Tribulus (Tribulus terrestris) has traditionally and mainly been used as a male tonic. Historically it is used to treat low libido, erectile dysfunction, sexual dysfunction and infertility. More recently European athletes have employed the herb to improve their strength and stamina.
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Another reason to lace up the runners! Endurance athletes have improved cognitive function.
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Unlike many, I shall be bound to my naturopathic desk over the (hopefully) long hot summer! I shall be in my clinic up to and including 23 December and returning again Wednesday 27 December.
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New Year resolutions are made too late! Best to make a few decisions prior to Christmas to arrive in the New Year in a healthy and self-satisfied state.
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(or very roughly translated “talk don’t text”)
Having recently had the immense pleasure of spending three months in country France, I had plenty of time to people watch.
The production of digestive enzymes decreases by about 10 per cent each decade after the age of 20. This naturally occurring decrease in enzymes reduces the ability to completely digest our foods, resulting in fermentation of these products further down the digestive tract.
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Most of us associate the use of probiotics with gut health. Various strains such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium lactis and Lactobacillus plantarum (299v) have been proven to effectively treat such gut disorders as bloating, gas, diarrhoea, constipation and abdominal pain.
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A recent review found that our fungal friends can combat drivers of Alzheimer’s Disease through stimulating brain growth factors such as brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), promoting neurogenesis.
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And just in case there are any reservations about embracing the ten daily fruit and vegetable challenge, even more reason to join in … a longer life. Quite an incentive!
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Over 5000 participants have confirmed that inflammation can be quelled with nuts.
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