Herbs for anxiety and sleep problems (and exam stress!)

Western herbal medicine has lots of different medicinal plants in it’s medicine chest which may help to ease anxiety and tension, support the nervous system and promote restful sleep.  Two of my favourites are Valerian root and Passion flower. …
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Siberian ginseng and my friend Debbie

My friend Debbie was asking what she could take to keep her stamina up during a 100km walk for charity she will be doing this weekend.  Siberian Ginseng instantly came to mind.  Herbs and herbal medicine are not just for illness; ideally they…

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…
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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…