Deep Vein Thrombosis & Flying
Q: I’m planning to take a short break away, but I’m a little concerned about the flight and the risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis. What should I do? A: Tricia Stephenson from the Natural Food Store says, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is certainly no stranger to the headlines, especially in connection with aeroplanes and [...]
Read MoreNatural Help for Skin Complaints
Well, with the sun out and the plants thriving, I was most surprised to discover yesterday that my poor neglected dahlias had survived the winter in a very blustery and exposed spot. The basil is doing well, but unfortunately the catmint has succumbed to the enthusiastic nibbling of 4 cats (who fiercely defend the remaining [...]
Read MorePilates & Tai Chi – looking at the health benefits they can bring you
A little delve into the history and content of these disciplines, together with some of the problems they can help with, and are used for. Pilates This is a physical fitness regime similar to yoga, developed by Joseph Pilates in Germany specifically for Ballet Dancers. Thus, it is often utilised and then taught by dancers. [...]
Read MoreFamily health the natural way!
Even in these days of hyper-hygiene, protecting the family from infection and dealing with all manner of minor ailments is something most mums worry about. Thankfully though, the bugs and nasty germs that the kids collect at school or nursery can often be successfully resolved at home using easily available, safe and effective natural remedies. [...]
Read MoreBumps and bruises
It’s all rather similar to that old war time joke that great Grandma used to tell – with a little rye grin and a tinge of anxiety – when referring to hubby returning home from distant lands with rather more than just his kit bag!! The modern Mum does still have to worry about the [...]
Read MoreKids these days
The health of British kids has never been under closer scrutiny than it is now. In championing the cause for better school meals, Jamie Oliver propelled kids food into the highest echelons of British politics. But despite the best efforts of Jamie (and not forgetting Norah), and a few half-hearted policy changes, how much has [...]
Read MoreHomeopathy for First Aid
What is homeopathy? Homeopathy is a safe and effective system of medicine, which can be used for treating the whole family. It is simple to use, has no taste or smell and has no adverse side effects. Every home should have a simple, readily accessible first aid box containing sticking plasters, cotton wool and bandages. [...]
Read MoreArthritis and Tomatoes
As soon as the tomato season arrives (and most of us are gorging ourselves on the fantastic array of citrus and acidic fruits to be had with the arrival of summer) staff at The Natural Food Store quickly notice that customer numbers suffering Arthritic symptoms are peaking and stocks of Devil’s Claw, Atrogel and Glucosamine [...]
Read MoreHomeopathic First Aid for Family Health
Homeopathy is a safe and effective system of medicine, which can be used for treating the whole family. It is simple to use, has no taste or smell and has no adverse side effects. Every home should have a simple, readily accessible first aid box containing sticking plasters, cotton wool and bandages. The addition of [...]
Read MoreSummertime problems – Acupuncture
Summertime! The blissful season of sunshine, long days, and holidays – a time to play, relax, and enjoy all good things. The theory of Chinese medicine says summer is the time of the Fire element. Its associated organ is the Heart. It is through our Heart system that we radiate ourselves into the world around us. [...]
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