The History of Antibiotics Most of us would be aware of the life-saving effect antibiotics have had on literally millions of people since they were first manufactured on a wide scale in the 1940’s. It is a very recent discovery when you think about what the many previous generations would have used instead over the history of mankind. What many of us may not be aware of is that the word “antibiotic” can be applied to all kinds of different substances. In fact, Penicillin and many other conventional antibiotics are actually often derived from … [Read more...] about Could Homeopathy help avert the coming Antibiotic Resistance crisis?
Resilience Through Suffering From A Homeopathic Perspective
From Suffering to Strength with Homeopathy Nobody likes to suffer. Even before we’re born we are exposed to our mothers’ stress hormones; we startle from loud noises even whilst inside the womb and are powerless to prevent drugs, chemicals or other toxins to enter our developing bodies through the umbilical cord. From the moment we’re born into the world, suffering is inevitable. First there are sensations such as hunger, cold, heat, loneliness, fear and overstimulation when we are tiny babies. Maybe we have colic, or other digestive disturbances as our tummies … [Read more...] about Resilience Through Suffering From A Homeopathic Perspective
Book review: Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
I would like to recommend to all pregnant mums-to-be, Dr Sarah Buckley's book: Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering. It is a Doctor's guide to natural childbirth and gentle early parenting choices. Sarah is a trained family physician/GP and mother of four. Without telling you what to do, Sarah outlines many issues that need to be addressed prior to labour. She gives an unbiased view and offers possible options. Her section on the third stage of labour is absolutely wonderful. So often, a natural third stage is very unrecognised, undermined, and speeded up in a … [Read more...] about Book review: Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it?
Ask any homeopath if they have self-medicated at any time in their lives, and it’s highly likely they will look a little guilty and admit that, yes they have taken a homeopathic remedy or given their loved ones remedies without consulting their own homeopath. Homeopaths are a naturally curious bunch and most of us at some stage or another have explored various remedies for themselves. Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it? There is a saying that a doctor should never write his own prescriptions, so is homeopathy any different? If so, how? Is it … [Read more...] about Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it?
Homeopathy for spiritual development
Can Homeopathy be used to fast track Spiritual Development? There are people who like to collect shoes or handbags. I like to collect experiences...... well, some experiences anyway. The not so nice experiences I have kept in the further-est closet of my memory like those old, mouldy shoes you feel you can't throw out for some reason but will never actually wear. I never knew why I had this hunger for experiences until coming across homeopathy, as well as a meditation group in my mid twenties. So far between the two practices, some of my biggest … [Read more...] about Homeopathy for spiritual development
Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis?
Antibiotics and conventional medicine can help some people with sinusitis. But, and it's a big BUT, most of the time, even as many as two out of every three bouts of sinusitis may resolve on it's own, without any medical treatment. So what can you do on your own to relieve your discomfort? Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis? Humidify. Some people really find a benefit from using a humidifier in rooms where they spend a lot of time. Just make sure to follow the instructions for regular cleaning. If you use a dirty filter, you might be spraying mould … [Read more...] about Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis?
Maintaining Weightloss Through Good Nutrition
The pressures of life today have led to the development of convenience foods. How fantastic it is to pop into the supermarket and grab a meal in a box or a jar. All you have to do is add a few ingredients according to instructions. Porridge can be cooked in one minute; no more soaking overnight and vigilant stirring. This may seem like the answer to a busy cook’s prayers however there are many hidden “nutritional” dangers lurking within these products. Salt, sugar, additives, colourings, trans fats… substances which can all contribute to poor nutrition and … [Read more...] about Maintaining Weightloss Through Good Nutrition
Book Review: Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance
Book Review - Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance From - The Homeopath Number 77 - Spring 2000 Author: Emlyn Thomas Reviewed by Katherine Armitage This is a beautifully produced, compact handbook full of easily accessible information. It is written by a man with years of homeopathic experience and who is himself no stranger to physical endurance, having led major expeditions to many great mountain ranges, including the Himalayas. As well as for the homeopath, and for anybody who participates in sport or dance, this book is intended for club … [Read more...] about Book Review: Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance
How to treat a sprained ankle? Use Traumeel
The Traumeel® in Acute Ankle Sprain Study (TAASS) study Research presented in June 2012 at the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) now declares : There is a natural alternative to NSAIDs The TAASS study involved 449 males and females with mild to moderate ankle sprain. "TAASS is the largest randomised controlled study of its kind comparing the natural medication, Traumeel, with a conventional NSAID, diclofenac. This study confirms that Traumeel (ointment and gel) is as effective as diclofenac gel and as such is an effective alternative … [Read more...] about How to treat a sprained ankle? Use Traumeel
Flaxseed May Help Reduce Blood Pressure
Flaxseed may help reduce blood pressure: Encouraging results from a recent study have shown that adding flaxseed to the diet of people with high blood pressure (BP) resulted in a significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic pressures. How much flaxseed may help reduce blood pressure? A double-blind, placebo-controlled study showed a significant drop in BP (10mm Hg systolic and 7mm Hg diastolic) following six months of ground flaxseed (30g/day in bagels, muffins, and buns) being added to the diets of people with peripheral arterial disease … [Read more...] about Flaxseed May Help Reduce Blood Pressure