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Healing benefits of fennel

The healing powers of fennel

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

Rethinking Romantic Love

Rethinking romantic love

Romantic love dominates Western thinking, at least in the popular culture space, but what is this ideal we all hold? In this romantic interlude we look at the biology and psychology of a cultural obsession.

Health Benefits Of Mud

Mud, marvellous mud

We scold our children for playing in it and lament it trodden into the carpet, but mud has more healing benefits than meet the eye…

Chocolate And Caffeine Cravings Or Addiction

Chocolate and caffeine – cravings or addiction?

Some people feel they have less and less control over the amounts of caffeine and chocolate they consume. Caffeine can temporarily increase metabolism by increasing fat utilization. People who suffer depression tend to eat more chocolate, so, if you have repeated chocolate cravings it may be a sign your mood is slipping.

Liver Support For Pets

Liver support for pets

Liver disease in pets can present in many ways. Here, we take a look at the signs of liver disease and how to treat it.

Alleviating Allergies The Natural Way

Alleviating allergies the natural way

Are allergies making you miserable? Soothe your sniffles, itches and tears with natural approaches that encompass lifestyle change, diet, herbs and your mind.

7 Herbs For Your Beauty Routine

7 herbs for your beauty routine

Herbs are well known for their medicinal qualities, but they can also be a valued part of your beauty routine. Discover the beauty benefits of seven herbs: frankincense, green tea, camomile, lavender, calendula (marigold), rosemary and turmeric. Before cosmetic products existed, many cultures around the world utilised native herbs, oils, spices, mud and even insects […]

Identifying Common Skin Cancer

Identifying common skin cancers

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