Warts
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), of which there are more than 100 subtypes. Warts are generally painless and can appear anywhere on the body. If unsure, always c
Stomach Ulcer
Peptic ulcers are not only the domain of power-breakfasting type-A personalities. Even school children are capable of growing their own. A peptic ulcer occurs when the protective l
Rest and Relax
Switching on the Parasympathetic (or relaxing) nervous system will improve conditions including: anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, IBS, headaches and reflux. The Autonomic nervous
Smooth Move
Relaxing smooth muscle is how Buteyko breathing naturally improves conditions including: High blood pressure, Asthma, Headaches, IBS, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Reflux, Coughing. Smo
Wound Healing
The moment we are injured (whether by accident or by surgical scalpel) the body goes on red alert. Stress hormones are released and there is a cascade of biochemical reactions. The
Tendinitis, Bursitis
Tendinitis and bursitis are similar inflammatory conditions, but tendinitis affects tendons and bursitis affects bursae. Tendons are the strong white cords of connective tissue tha
Wheat Free Eating
You’ve been asked to stop eating foods containing wheat… what else is there, you cry? While changing over to a wheat-free diet does take some adjustments, it is becomi
Mixed Berries in Blackcurrant Jelly
If you like a stronger blackcurrant flavour, use more fruit juice and less boiling water. You need 1/4 cup of boiling water to dissolve the gelatine, the rest can be fruit juice. I
Pear, Raspberry & Almond Cake
Julie Mainprize has created this simply divine recipe for Pear, Raspberry & Almond cake, with no sugar! Bake, eat and enjoy. Ingredients 4 large ripe pears 4 eggs 200g almonds
Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce
I am sure you have heard this lots of times before, but here it is again. When buying cooking chocolate, buy the best quality possible. Higher the cocoa component, better the choco