Bone mineral density is a measure of bone strength. The main areas of potential concern are the spine, particularly the lower spine, and the hip joint and upper femur.

Although its name points to its aphrodisiac qualities, horny goat weed has many other health benefits.

Dr Karen Bridgman tells u show the edible young seedlings of a range of vegetables are rich in nutrition and healing properties.

Once used to treat the plague, this plant is used today for respiratory conditions and for soothing digestion.

Fermented foods are “hot” health topics these days, and tempeh is an excellent example as well as being a great source of protein.

Hemp seeds do not contain hallucinogenic THC but they do contain a rich array of nutrients that make them a powerful healing food.

Also known as “wolfberries”, goji berries originated in China, Tibet and Nepal where they have been used for over 2000 years as a major rejuvenating and anti-ageing tonic.

WellBeing’s resident holistic practitioner details one patient’s struggle with heartburn and how she treated the condition naturally.

Eating two kiwifruit per day is showing positive health benefits for many of the conditions that affect us today.

Tribulus has also been shown to increases libido in women, particularly in postmenopausal women, indicating an increase in testosterone levels, and to reduce the severity of the symptoms of menopause.

We explore the healing powers of fennel for digestion, alleviating menopausal symptoms and improving respiratory function.

Our resident holistic health expert explores one patient’s battle with insomnia and a natural approach to insomnia treatment.