The thyroid is a very important organ. It sits at the front of your neck in a butterfly shape. Your thyroid helps govern your metabolism. Some people have a slow metabolism and it’s a good idea to get your thyroid checked. Currently through a doctor, only TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) can be tested under…
Thyroid Function and Hair loss A common cause of hair loss is an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). Sometimes hair loss can remain even after prescribed thyroid medications are taken, as certain nutritional deficiencies and other factors can contribute to thyroid hormone issues, and this underlying cause needs to be addressed also. …
Have you been trying unsuccessfully to have a baby for some time? It might be a good idea, along with other standard preconception tests, to have a comprehensive thyroid test done to check and ensure that it is functioning at its best. Good thyroid function is necessary for both male and female fertility, the…
When you first feel a cold or flu coming, YEP tea is a great way to ward it off. YEP stands for Yarrow, Elderflower and Peppermint and has been used for century’s. Yarrow has a heating component to it, thus helping to reduce fever. It also has an affinity for mucous membranes thereby helping with…
Using food as medicine is inexpensive, convenient and can create healthy habits. Why not consider sprouting or juicing for the benefit of your immune system this winter. Sprouting Sprouts can be purchased already sprouted, or the seeds can be purchased (health food shops, online) and sprouted yourself at home. It only takes a few days,…
Flu season is here and it seems that it’s going to be a rough one. Luckily, there are many ways to fight off the flu naturally, and I’d like to share some of my favourites with you. Black elderberry, or sambucus nigra, has been used in traditional cultures to boost the immune system for centuries.…
Flu season is here and it seems that it’s going to be a rough one. Luckily, there are many ways to fight off the flu naturally, and I’d like to share some of my favourites with you. Black elderberry, or sambucus nigra, has been used in traditional cultures to boost the immune system for centuries.…
Firstly, what are your adrenal glands? We have 2 adrenal glands that are found just above each kidney. The adrenal gland makes over 50 different hormones including cortisol our “stress” hormone, adrenalin for “fight-or-flight”, aldosterone (blood pressure regulation and pH balance via sodium and potassium) and sex hormones. The hormones the adrenal glands produce…
WHY? It’s probably the question that sets naturopath’s apart from different health care professions. We all have our strengths and weaknesses but when you see a naturopath, not only will they be aiming to determine what is wrong they will also be aiming to find out how your body became out of equilibrium in the…
What is constipation? Constipation is the infrequent passage of stools, hard stools or the inability to evacuate without prolonged straining. Regular emptying of the bowel at least once a day is necessary for optimum health. Normally when you eat and the food passes into your intestines, the filling of the colon and consequent…