Nutrition | Naturopathic Medicine | Lifestyle Medicine | Public Health
I’m presenting at the Natural Therapies & Natural Health Expo on “Depression and Anxiety. Can we prevent the Blues?” – 11 August. Hope to see you there.
I will be presenting some seminars on Nutrition and Herbal Medicine at Nature Care College in January and February 2005. Please contact Nature Care College for more information. Topics include:Advanced IridologyNaturopathic Approaches to Digestive DisordersExploring Natural Approaches to Chronic Fatigue SyndromeNaturopathic Approaches to Musculoskeletal… Continue Reading “Upcoming Seminars on Nutrition and Herbal Medicine (Jan-Feb 2006)”
Hi everyone. I am presenting an ATMS Practitioner Seminar on the topic of “Fibromyalgia – More than a pain in the neck” on 25 September 2005. If you are a health professional or student, contact the ATMS Office for ticket purchase details.
Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus) is very beneficial for the relief of symptoms of the premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It is one of my favourite herbs for women’s health and regularly prescribe it. Depending on the presenting symptoms, I typically combine Chaste Tree with other herbs,… Continue Reading “Chaste Tree for the relief of symptoms of the premenstrual syndrome”
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial was to investigate the effectiveness and side effects of a phytotherapeutic agent with Matricariae recutita (Chamomile), Foeniculum vulgare (Fennel), and Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm) in the treatment of infantile colic. The daily average crying time for the treatment group… Continue Reading “Chamomile, Fennel, and Lemon Balm in the treatment of breastfed colicky infants”
Since my post on Vitamedicine a couple of years back, people have been asking me about Vitamedicine. I have been using Vitamedicine since starting clinic in January 1999. The word “vitamedicine” was formed from the Latin word “vita” meaning “life” and medicine, that being… Continue Reading “What is Vitamedicine?”
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) is a popular plant in traditional medical systems in Eastern Europe and Asian with a reputation for stimulating the nervous system, decreasing depression, reducing irritability, enhancing work performance, and improving fatigue. Rhodiola is classed as an adaptogen. An adaptogen has the… Continue Reading “Rhodiola: an Adaptogen”
I’ve been regularly asked to write short courses and present seminars on Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. The exciting news is with the success of the Mind Body Spirit Festival in May, I will be having another stall in November.
I have been using Tribulus (Tribulus terrestris) since 1998 for men’s health, particularly for libido, stamina, and endurance. I was treating several rugby league players in 1999 for stress and fatigue. A common issue they had was low libido due to all the training… Continue Reading “Tribulus terrestris for Men’s health”
I’ve been regularly asked to write short courses and present seminars on Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. The exciting news is that I will be at the Mind Body Spirit Festival in May. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Vitamin D is critically important for the development, growth, and maintenance of a healthy skeleton from birth until death. It plays an essential role in maintaining healthy mineralised bones of the skeleton. The major function of vitamin D is to maintain calcium homeostasis. Vitamin… Continue Reading “Vitamin D, Calcium, and Bones”
Kelp has numerous health benefits, including thyroid, hair, and skin health. A double-blind prospective clinical trial was conducted involving 36 healthy euthyroid (thyroid gland is functioning normally) subjects. Subjects were randomly assigned to receive placebo (4 alfalfa capsules per day), low-dose kelp (2 kelp… Continue Reading “Effects of kelp supplementation on thyroid function in euthyroid subjects”
The Institute has been gaining momentum since opening early 2002. A number of seminars and presentations have taken place, with a recent seminar on respiratory health in November. I enjoy presenting on nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle changes and am planning some presentations for… Continue Reading “Institute News”
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is one of my most favourite herbs. Have used it with patients since day 1. I tend to combine it with Ashwagandha (Withania), Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Rehmannia, Rhodiola, Inositol, and Vitamin C. A double-blind randomised trial compared the efficacy of Passiflora… Continue Reading “Passionflower in the treatment of generalised anxiety”
I have been using Vitamedicine since starting clinic in 1999. The word “vitamedicine” was formed from the Latin word “vita” meaning “life” and medicine. I have built my career on Vitamedicine and have very big plans for the future. Won’t say too much now,… Continue Reading “What is Vitamedicine?”
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