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Fizzy drinks and bone density in kids and teenagers

Commercial fizzy drinks are high in phosphorus and high intakes of phosphorus lead to calcium being excreted from the body, reducing bone density.  This is a particularly important issue for teenagers who need more calcium than any other age…
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Five simple suggestions for children’s tummy bugs

Chamomile tea is antispasmodic to the gut meaning it helps to ease tummy cramps; it has an anti-inflammatory action within the digestive system meaning it helps to calm down soreness and irritation there. It is also relaxing so will help…
Herbal tinctures
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Is milk good for my child?

Milk has had a lot of bad press in recent years and many parents are left confused as to whether they should be giving their children dairy products or steering well clear of them. The nutritional benefits of cow’s milk On the positive side,…

Gluten free pecan and chocolate banana cake – super easy to make!

I devised this recipe last night and it came out really well.  It is gluten free and it contains no added sugar.  The sweetness comes from the bananas, dark chocolate and cranberries.  A little xyllitol has been added to give it a sweetness…
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Anaemia – more than just a bit tired?

I spoke to a friend today who mentioned she is ‘always’ anaemic.  Anaemia is usually caused by iron deficiency or B12 deficiency (pernicious anaemia) which results in less oxygen being delivered to the cells of the body.  Most people are…
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What is cognitive hypnotherapy? By Muriel Bouvier

Trance or hypnosis is an everyday occurrence. In fact, most of our behaviour is done in a trance (about 90%). Anything you do automatically is done in a trance. Or if you think of someone because you’ve walked passed someone else with the…
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Struggling to find healthy snacks you like?

A client following a gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free diet was upset when I said she shouldn't be eating crisps because they are so very bad for you - high in refined carbohydrates, high in the worst kinds of damaged fats, and contain acrylamides…
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Weight loss plateau?

Today I was asked by a chap called Angelo what he could do to continue losing weight.  He has successfully lost two stone through dietary changes and exercise but has now plateaued.  I suggested: Cutting out all carbs in the evening i.e. dinner…
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Did you know Bergamot essential oil reduces anxiety and feelings of depression in anxious people?

Many people are aware there is good evidence to suggest aromatherapy essential oils such as Lavender and Chamomile may have a positive effect on the nervous system.  However, research has now been carried out in Taiwan on school teachers which…
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Making ointments

Ointments are easy to make and are very helpful for treating a wide range of conditions from dry, chapped skin and lips, to fungal infections like athlete’s foot and deeper ailments like osteoarthritis and aching muscles. Ointments differ…