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Echinacea, what is the story behind this powerful herbal bomb?

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I don’t have to try very hard to get to know the Echinacea plants in my garden. They’re urging me to connect with them so they can give away their healing story. They thrive off helping others. They yell loudly, “Come over here, I’ve got something to share with you.” There’s no holding back information in the world of Echinacea with such an unapologetic commanding voice; they're definitely no fragile little daisy! Having planted the Echinacea from seeds, it's been fascinating to observe the many stages of growth, particularly the number of phases the flower … [Read more...] about Echinacea, what is the story behind this powerful herbal bomb?

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One couple’s struggles and success with heart-wrenching fertility problems

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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

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Over 33,335 people suffer with Multiple Sclerosis in Australia, how can Homeopathy help?

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What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? MS is an autoimmune inflammatory disease, in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of the nerves, resulting in nerve damage which disrupts communication (nerve transmissions) between the brain and the body. MS Symptoms Multiple Sclerosis causes many different symptoms such as: Blurred vision (sometimes vision loss) Chronic pain Fatigue Impaired co-ordination, difficulty maintaining body posture/loss of balance and dizziness Stiffness or spasms Numbness and tingling Electric shock … [Read more...] about Over 33,335 people suffer with Multiple Sclerosis in Australia, how can Homeopathy help?

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Natural Support for Tics and Tourette’s

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Supporting Tourette's Naturally It was somewhat of an accident that I ended up exploring the world of natural options for tic disorders and Tourette Syndrome. Like everything else, I figured surely there would be a way of supporting Tourette's naturally. My background is focused on the homeopathic and nutritional treatment/support of children with behavioural disorders. It seemed fortuitous, then, that I was approached by one of the administrators of an online group discussing natural options for those with tics or Tourette syndrome. I was asked to give … [Read more...] about Natural Support for Tics and Tourette’s

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Is it really perimenopause or is it your thyroid and Hashimoto?

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The silent epidemic of Hashimoto Thyroiditis Symptoms of perimenopause Most women I know have had issues going through perimenopause, but there are a smug few who don’t get any symptoms. They’re the ones who sail through their journey with relative ease, don’t even put on a kilo, and don’t even raise a sweat. That wasn’t me. You might be thinking, but Penny is a natural therapist, so surely, she has all the answers to be able to sort herself out. I may have learned a thing or two, but health is super complex and very individualised and it’s a bit of a journey … [Read more...] about Is it really perimenopause or is it your thyroid and Hashimoto?

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How do you positively get more out of your blood test results?

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Normal results on a blood test when you don’t feel fine? Have you ever decanted what looks like half your blood, for thorough blood tests, hoping they’ll give you some answers to what’s causing your symptoms, only to be told everything has normal levels? This is something I hear so often as I see more and more clients with what I call functional rather than pathological issues. What that means is that people can have symptoms that affect them even though they’re not showing up on your usual types of testing. That often means that whatever is going on hasn’t … [Read more...] about How do you positively get more out of your blood test results?

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Hair Analysis: Ten Hints About Cutting The Hair

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What is Hair Analysis? Hair analysis is a pathology test which analyses the mineral content of your hair. The results of the test reflect the mineral status of your body. It is a safe and non-invasive pathology test. Many doctors and natural therapists see it as one of the most valuable tests available because minerals are so important in your body. They are essential for growth, healing and wellbeing. Minerals are found in your bones and teeth, and as well they have a host of other jobs such as looking after the body's pH and water balance, nerve activity, … [Read more...] about Hair Analysis: Ten Hints About Cutting The Hair

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Hair analysis, homeopathy and childhood allergies

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“He is allergic to everything and has anaphylaxis to eggs.” This is the first thing the stressed mother says when she tells someone about her child. He used to come up in large welts if he was kissed by someone who had eaten eggs. Imagine how hard it has been for her. This excerpt is from a published ATMS journal article, A Cup of Tea in the Consulting Room: The Latest in Homeopathy about Eczema and Allergies. The authors Linda Beaver and Linlee Jordan shared a conversation about the latest treatments for eczema. They settled down for a cup of green tea and a … [Read more...] about Hair analysis, homeopathy and childhood allergies

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Memory loss: how we can help to keep our minds alert!

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Alzheimer’s and memory loss: treatments which may help We can all suffer from poor memory as we age, and there are other factors such as stress, depression, and certain diets which can affect our memory. But did you know that alzheimers is not a normal part of aging? A diet of healthy food, getting enough daily activity and exercise, keeping appropriate weight, and control of high blood pressure — these things lower the risk of chronic diseases and generally help our sense of  well-being. Scientists are very interested in the possibility that a healthy … [Read more...] about Memory loss: how we can help to keep our minds alert!

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Immune Boosting Bushwalking in Australia, Forest Therapy

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Six hours of bushwalking has a powerful immune boosting effect according to Japanese research. They actually found that communing with nature, increased cancer fighting natural killer cells. They also found that bushwalking is a natural stress reliever, helping alleviate depression and anxiety as well as decreasing blood pressure. The leading researcher, Yoshifumi Miyazaki, found that the stress hormone cortisol was 13.4% lower in those who gazed on forest scenery for 20 minutes than in people who stayed in the city. Maybe the scenery on the computer screen … [Read more...] about Immune Boosting Bushwalking in Australia, Forest Therapy