Our resident holistic health expert Dr Karen Bridgman explores one patient’s diagnosis of skin cancer from diagnosis to treatment.

The use of vinegars generally, and apple-cider vinegar in particular, as a condiment and food ingredient spans thousands of years across many cultures. Today we use it for everything from blood sugar and weight control to cholesterol management.

Pain is a complex physical phenomenon that is intimately bound with emotions and mental states. When pain becomes chronic the consequences are far-reaching and profound. You don’t have to just mask pain though, as there are gentle yet powerful natural approaches that have proven positive effects in relieving chronic pain.

Sumac has a long history of medicinal use and is particularly powerful as a digestion and heart healer.

It’s been an unpredictable year, with many ups and downs and depression rates are three times higher than before the pandemic. Here, we take a look at one woman’s journey to a healthier mind. With the challenges we have had, mental health has become an ever-increasing issue for many people, young and old alike. According […]

Rhodiola rosea goes by many names including rhodiola, golden root, rose root and Aaron’s rod. It has a long history of use as an adaptogen and may help in conditions such as “burnout syndrome”.

We take a look at the supplement SAMe, a naturally occurring compound that has so many roles in your body that it is essential to health and wellbeing.

Kombucha is a fermented drink that has a rich heritage and many healing effects. We take a look at the health benefits of this probiotic powerhouse.

Do you suffer from painful joints and osteoarthritis? We take a look at one patient’s arthritis journey and the best natural remedies. During the lockdowns, a 70-year-old woman rang me for a consultation. She had been generally quite healthy for many years and used to walk regularly, enjoying lengthy bush walks frequently. But in the […]

Grapes are a delicious food that also have wide healing capacities. Discover their full therapeutic potential of this powerful fruit here.

Looking for a natural alternative to ease your insomnia and anxiety? The medicinal and calming benefits of valerian may be your answer.

Dr Karen Bridgman investigates one case of eczema and how a proper, balanced diet can help treat skin conditions from the inside out.