Zinc and pneumonia
Over the years I have written extensively on the importance of zinc for immunity, reproductive health, skin conditions, hair loss, wound healing, diarrhoea and children’s brain health and development.
Continue Reading →Put a brake on it! Aka de-snack!
Yes, I’ve invented a new word …“de-snack”. With more time at home, there is, I sense a little too much snacking, nibbling, grazing going on!
Yes, it is lovely to sit down with your family for morning tea, lunch, or a pre-dinner nibble … but we certainly don’t want to emerge from this pandemic a few kilos heavier. NO!
Consultations during COVID-19
The clinic has the strictest social distancing measures in force and I am still practising on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday as usual. If preferred, virtual consultations are available – both initial and follow-up sessions can be held via Skype, phone etc.
Continue Reading →A smiling zigzag
Many of us have recently been exploring different ways to exercise what with gyms, Pilates and yoga studios and group training etc. having come to a rather sudden grinding halt. Also with so many forced to stay at home to work or study, fresh air and a change of scene have taken on a new importance.
Continue Reading →Generosity is our best defense!
Given the current fragility of our beautiful world and the subsequent sense of unease, what can we do on a micro level to help soothe the disquiet?
Continue Reading →Turmeric trending! Or the benefits of non-curcuminoids
We are well aware of the terrific anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin. Turmeric has been shown to significantly reduce pain and joint tenderness in patients with osteoarthritis. In a randomised, controlled trial 28 osteoarthritic patients were supplemented with curcumin and Boswellia.
Continue Reading →A rose is not always a rose!
Many of my lovely patients avoid fructose for improved gut health. The main culprits are apples, pears, melons, pawpaw, dried fruit, honey, wheat, garlic, onions, green beans and asparagus.
Continue Reading →Immunity
A pre-emptive strike is best! What can we do to ensure our immune system is in tip-top condition?
Continue Reading →Consultations and supplements
Just some basic housekeeping to address concerns during the COVID-19 virus pandemic. Yes, I am still practising, my immune system is pretty robust! And of course all distancing and correct hygiene measures are in place to protect my most valuable clients. So I am still at the clinic Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturdays.
Continue Reading →During these uncertain and unsettling times…
During these uncertain and unsettling times, we need to take control and manage all those things which will improve the health and happiness of all.
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