Most people develop mild acne, it affects 80% of teenagers but for some it can continue into adulthood. Acne that develops after teenage years is referred to as ‘adult acne’. Unfortunately, acne can cause many emotional issues and for teenagers can affect their confidence and interaction with others. Hormonal changes during puberty leads to increased estrogen in girls and androgens (including testosterone) in both boys and girls, which increases oil production in the skin. Acne is also worsened by stress, as this increase’s perspiration and oil … [Read more...] about Acne suffering relief secrets: Homeopathy, Diet and Supplements
One couple’s struggles and success with heart-wrenching fertility problems
A fertility story with Qest4 Bioresonance and Homeopathy This story is told by Mel Owen-Brown, homeopath and Bioresonance practitioner: A lovely couple came to see me about 18 months ago as they had been trying to have a baby for several years with no success. They had both been assessed to be perfectly healthy by doctors but it just wasn’t happening for them. They asked me if Qest4 Bioresonance could help them achieve their goal. Feeling hopeful as the Qest4 identifies imbalances in the person’s body and potential blocks to health balance, I asked them to … [Read more...] about One couple’s struggles and success with heart-wrenching fertility problems
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis and Homeopathy
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis can often be the cause of infertility, however, both issues can also cause pain, hormonal imbalance, and interfere with menstruation. Homeopathy can help with both issues, and often resolves the problem. Once remedies have been chosen, it can take a while before the situation has been cleared, so patience is required and regular feedback to the homeopath will ensure the correct choice of remedies. PCOS complications The hypothalamus and central nervous system are connected to the pituitary system, and the … [Read more...] about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis and Homeopathy
Rhus tox and a homeopath’s breathless and painful journey through COVID
What does any self-respecting homeopath do when confronted by a positive COVID test? Well, maybe not everyone would do the same as me, but I wrote a bit of a diary and a few notes as I went along in my journey through coronavirus. Upset stomach, severe aches, and feeling breathless. Trying remedies such a Rhus Tox, Gelsenium, Hypericum, and Bryonia. Day 1 How it started My daughter has just rung and told me she’s tested positive (we’d hung out together a couple of days earlier). By the end of her visit, she had been starting to show signs of a fever and … [Read more...] about Rhus tox and a homeopath’s breathless and painful journey through COVID
Turmeric paste, Arnica, honey and homeopathy for natural wound care
Do you sometimes wonder, “What should I put on this wound?” There are so many products and natural home remedies available. But which ones work and which ones need to be avoided with the current knowledge we have available to us? Is Arnica, honey or turmeric paste for wound care just a passing fad? First off, let’s look at the history of wound care 2200BC, a clay tablet described washing wounds and making a plaster as a dressing. Many types of wounds and care of all kinds have been found in recorded history: Arsenic, silver, bile, bark, blood, tar, lard, … [Read more...] about Turmeric paste, Arnica, honey and homeopathy for natural wound care
7 Reasons to see a Holistic Counselling Therapist including Anxiety and Learning Difficulties
Ask what is the definition of anxiety and you'll get many answers Anxiety, fear, depression, bullying, low self-esteem, difficult social interactions, and learning difficulties can all be interconnected and all fit the definition of anxiety. They are a big part of the life of many adults and children. Exposure to different types of stresses during childhood development may be associated with hyperactivity and possible depression, anxiety disorders, sleep disturbance, and/or aggression at a later stage of life. Today’s life is quite challenging for our … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons to see a Holistic Counselling Therapist including Anxiety and Learning Difficulties
From an abundance of Homeopathy research, the best bit is that it works on piglets so it’s not placebo!
When the conversation turns to healthcare, I’ve got more than a couple of my personal adventures to tell people about. They are impressive and they involve using homeopathy with success. But while I know the stories are incontrovertible, the other person so often feels compelled to say “… but there’s not much research about homeopathy is there?” Or ask another question which may make me roll my eyes. However, in the spirit of there is no-such-thing-as-a-dumb-question I can choose to believe they’re just ill informed. The next time I‘m at a party, I will have my … [Read more...] about From an abundance of Homeopathy research, the best bit is that it works on piglets so it’s not placebo!
Crying curve? Yes, but let’s also try practical ways to help a crying baby with colic
When your baby keeps crying, try not to get caught up in a campaign to get your baby to adjust to a rigid routine. Instead let's recognise that the crying curve as a developmental phase does exist. Whatever way you look at it there are still some practical way to help a crying baby, regardless of whether you say they have colic or not. Colic is the word used by parents to describe when their baby cries a lot or can’t settle for a lengthy period of time. It is now understood that ‘colic’ refers to the normal range of unsettled behaviour in many babies, which is … [Read more...] about Crying curve? Yes, but let’s also try practical ways to help a crying baby with colic
Puberty Stages and Easing the Transition
Transition is a period of changing from one state or condition to another In our lives, we go through many different transitions, some we have no control over, and some we choose. The ones beyond our control can often be difficult, painful, and uncomfortable. Puberty is one such transition. It relates to my own family at this time. As mother of two pre-teen girls and about to enter the peri menopause zone myself (another major life transition). I am all too aware of the challenges that lie ahead for our family. Teen acne and teenage mood swings to name just a … [Read more...] about Puberty Stages and Easing the Transition
Staying Sane and Connected during Coronavirus Panic
Support yourself emotionally during Coronavirus Lockdowns As natural therapists we’ve been bombarded by calls to our clinic. People are asking what they can do to boost up the immune system and help prevent disease. You can find this kind of thing all over the internet, so I’m going to focus on another, less obvious pandemic sweeping the world – panic. This Coronavirus disease can get pretty horrible, so before I talk about anything else, I’m going to acknowledge rather than minimise people’s fear. This is very real, and I understand there are many people … [Read more...] about Staying Sane and Connected during Coronavirus Panic