Are there any natural remedies we can use to protect ourselves against viral infections? With colds and flu still lurking and new fears about the potential spread of coronavirus, the best advice is to maintain high levels of personal… read more
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We all know that caffeine is a stimulant; we reach for the tea or coffee first thing in the morning, but many of us keep reaching for it throughout the day. However, too much caffeine can play havoc on your body, keeping the adrenal… read more
Following a recommendation by the World Health Organisation that individuals consume 'a minimum of 400g of fruit and vegetables per day (excluding potatoes and other starchy tubers)', the current UK advice is to try to consume ‘at least… read more
Fasting is in some ways one of the easiest diet rules to follow – there are no complicated recipes, you consume only water. It can be difficult to start with but once you get used to it, you will find the body is actually better adapted… read more
People often ask if it really is beneficial to cut refined sugar out of their diets. One reply is to ask them to compile a list of the health benefits of refined sugar (beet, cane and glucose). That list is always exceptionally short, the… read more
The world of nutrition is full of controversies and conflicting information – the latest is that whole grains may actually be causing as many health problems than they solve. Let’s take a look at a couple of reasons behind this.Eating… read more
The environmental impact of meat and dairy consumption has been well-publicised recently, with cattle accounting for considerable amounts of greenhouse gas emissions as well as using significant amounts of water, land and other resources… read more
Tags: Environment | Nutrition | Vegan
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Veganuary 2019 was the biggest ever, with hundreds of thousands of people officially pledging to eat vegan during January. The number one reason given for registering was animal welfare, but health and environmental reasons were also… read more
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Should we stop calorie counting? Yes, yes and yes!! Counting calories is time consuming, can be wildly inaccurate, and is increasingly controversial in the world of weight loss. While some insist on the simple formula ‘eat less calories… read more
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Feeling stiff, slow or sore? Try these five foods to help get things moving again!Oily FishContaining omega 3 (EPA and DHA) in a bioavailable form to the body, eating oily fish twice weekly can support joint health by helping to reduce… read more
Tags: Boost Joint Health | Nutrition | Protect Joints
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Coconut oil has become hugely popular in the last few years, with a whole host of claimed health benefits and some people adding large quantities into their everyday diet. Others think it’s just another fad, and since it is a saturated… read more
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Moderate amounts of red wine have long been thought to be beneficial to health, due to the antioxidant properties plus the ability to relax the blood vessels and reduce blood pressure. But some people get a reaction from drinking even… read more
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Research is growing on the benefits of fasting and you may have heard the terms ‘Intermittent Fasting’ or ‘Time Restricted Feeding’ (TRF). But what does this mean, and how can it benefit the body? It is said that the human body is… read more
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The problem with modern wheat...Gluten-free diets were rare in the 80s and 90s but nowadays most of us know at least one person who avoids wheat or gluten. But humans have been consuming wheat for thousands of years, so what has changed… read more
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The Sugar Tax – is it a sweet thing?The new sugar tax finally arrived in April 2018 – but is it going to benefit health in the way that the Government hope? What is the tax?The tax applies to drinks with more than 5g sugar per 100ml… read more
With winter behind us and Easter treats safely out of the way, now is a great time for a quick spring clean of your diet. If a full detox sounds too challenging, there are some quick and easy things you can do to help your body clear out… read more
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Soy is possibly one of the most widely misunderstood foods around. In the late 80s and early 90s, soy products grew in popularity as a low-fat, high protein alternative to animal products. But soy’s main selling point was that it was… read more
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Also known as garbanzo beans or Bengal gram, chickpeas were originally cultivated in the Mediterranean and Middle East and are popular in dishes across the world.Inexpensive and readily available, chickpeas provide a great alternative… read more
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This 12 point guide is designed to help you navigate the options, to ensure you choose the best nutrition course for you!With so many different options available, choosing the best course in nutrition to suit your personal requirements… read more
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Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) helps the body produce healthy red blood cells and is necessary for the correct functioning of the brain and nervous system. It is estimated that 6 million people in the UK are B12 deficient, with deficiency… read more
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New Year is a time when many of us decide to make improvements to our health and diets. But with most resolutions being broken before the end of January, the odds are stacked against us. Changes to diet can be especially difficult at this… read more
Tags: Diet | Nutrition | Resolution
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Research by food historian Dr Annie Gray revealed that the average person in wartime Britain consumed 3,500 calories (kcal) on Christmas day - half of today’s estimate which is a staggering 7,000 calories. With the recommended daily… read more
Tags: Calories | Diet | Nutritiion
What are your nails trying to tell you? Good nutrition benefits every part of the body and deficiencies can lead to changes in the skin, hair and nails. The nails are particularly interesting to observe, and can give a Nutritional… read more
Tags: Deficiencies | Nail Nutrition | Proteins
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Can salt be beneficial to blood pressure? Earlier this year a large, long term study found that a low sodium diet wasn’t beneficial to blood pressure. This goes against medical advice that has been widely accepted for decades, with… read more
Tags: Blood Pressure | Minerals | Salt
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Come and join us for the most amazing 5 days of learning. During this event you will learn about natural healthcare from a truly holistic perspective looking at all the main modalities and how they complement one another. Have you ever… read more
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Strictly Come Dancing star Arlene Phillips walked the red carpet last night at the National Television Awards wearing a “living” dress decorated with real flowers that are all used for homeopathic remedies, including Clematis… read more
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Eczema is a widespread and unpleasant condition caused by the skin’s overreaction to common substances such as soap, food and dust. The skin reddens, itches, and becomes dry, scaly or bubbly. Annoyingly, these dry patches of skin may… read more
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Latest findings in homeopathy research to be presented in Rome London, 27th May 2015: Over 250 scientists from 39 countries are meeting in Rome from 5-7 June to share their latest findings in homeopathy research.‘Cutting Edge Research… read more
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Learn the basics of homeopathic first aid prescribing for pets, animals and farm from the comfort of your own home. Take care of your pets and animals health when they most need it. Course includes a kit of 36 homeopathic remedies for… read more
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NHS Consultant discusses her varied research experience, including testing homeopathy for treatment of hot flushes caused by tamoxifen in breast cancer patients, and her latest work investigating cost-effectiveness. To watch the video… read more
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Treating plants with homeopathyJulian Jonas was confronted by a problem – his tomatoes had blight. Three days after spraying with a homeopathic remedy, the problem was gone. He says,“I’m not sure which is more curious – the idea… read more
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Many celebrities and top athletes have a homeopath on speed dial and here some of them share their storiesWhile many don’t believe it even works, more than 10 million people in the UK swear by homeopathy.The healing benefits of… read more
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A Winning Combination – German Football team and HomeopathyA study shows that, not only do most doctors who work for football teams in the top two German football leagues (Bundesliga 1 and 2) use homeopathic remedies to keep their… read more
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As you may be aware that the Wikipedia information page on Homeopathy does not represent the true definition of the homeopathic system of medicine (Click here for Wiki page) Rather than promoting neutrality of information, which is the… read more
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HRI gives input to consultation on flawed Australian NHMRC homeopathy reportJune 2014The Homeopathy Research Institute (HRI) welcomes attempts to critically evaluate the evidence base for homeopathy, providing this is done accurately and… read more
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Darwin's story is but one story in the chapter on “Physicians and Scientists: Coming out of the Medicine Closet.”During Darwin's trip to South America in the mid-1830s, he became very ill. Although different historians and physicians… read more
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Video describing the validity of homeopathy in the treatment of animal and human diseases. Documentary by the south German BR television. Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwwdpnh7Uq4 read more
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Homeopath Michelle Shine has written a book called 'Mesmerised'. It is her debut novel, narrated by Dr Paul Gachet - friend and homeopath to the Impressionists.The year is 1863. Paris is imbued with the spirit of revolution. A group of… read more
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Taken from The John Benneth Journal:The first question about homeopathy is this: Can serially agitated high dilutes (SADs), which are the constituent solutions used in homeopathic remedies, be identified from their liquid… read more
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Few people know about Homeopathy's long and dramatic history in the United States. This music video will educate and entertain you in under 10 minutes.From Bara Waters:In the early 1990's, as my final class project for the Hahnemann… read more
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Responding to popular demand, this autumn CPD day offers an opportunity for members to engage with the evidence base in homeopathy, particularly focusing on the strengths and weaknesses of clinical trials. Participants will also be… read more
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The British Homeopathic Association has launched a campaign which brings together ten well-known faces in support of today’s launch of Homeopathy Awareness Week, running every year from 14th – 21st June.Follow this link to read the… read more
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Salman Khan talks about how and why he created the remarkable Khan Academy, a carefully structured series of educational videos offering complete curricula.To watch the video click here read more
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Ex-pupil Christine Lees of HAWL (Homeopathy at Wellie Level) is a registered homeopath and gained agricultural degree from Cirencester Royal Agricultural College."No-one was helping farmers to do it, so I said: Shall we run a… read more
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Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity.To watch the TED video click here read more
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