I’m seeing a lot of recommendations for Autumn/Fall and Christmas candles at the moment. It’s just a shame most of them would set us off with paraffin wicks and bases, and synthetic fragrance oils that, frankly, make me feel queasy. You can buy non-toxic candles, of course, but it is much easier and cheaper to make …
Quote Of The Week
An excellent reminder from Dr K today on gut health. I always do this now and it can really help. Message is: don't miss the obvious, simpler things before you get all complicated. The gut operates in a north-to-south hierarchy. That means you have to start with the mouth and work your way down.Are you …
Clinic Notes Digest
Lowering lipids causing more dementia? WDDTY did a recent piece about the importance of high-enough lipids to protect the brain - are statins behind the increase in dementia? I wouldn't be at all surprised. A reader recently sent me this fascinating case study/article about using B1 and B2 for mitochondrial CFS. A good reminder (thank …
Which Air Fryer?
Air fryers are all the rage, aren’t they, not least because they save us the cost of putting the big oven on for smaller meals? They can also cook much faster (partly because they are smaller and take less time to warm up) and we tend to use less fat to cook with. Some of …
And So To Sleep…
If you've ever bought a new headboard, you will probably have found that it stinks of chemicals. The last time I bought one, I had to put it in the communal hall of our apartments to let it off-gas for a couple of weeks. Much to the other residents' consternation, and mine. Not good. But …
Lab Test Service Update
Now I have a little less clinic work to do, I have taken the test service back under my wing (by popular demand!). I know many of you really value the test service and getting my advice when I email your results, so hope it helps. I've spent a LOT of time reviewing tests and choosing the …
Clinic Notes Digest
Hello, I have just set up this new category: Clinic Notes, primarily for practitioners. Focused on practical stuff I see that you can use immediately in-clinic to help improve your practice and get more people well. If you’ve ever wanted someone to just get to the ‘clinical pearl’ quickly and save you time, these posts …
Clinic Notes: New Prostate Procedure on NHS
I imagine the thought of this might make men's eyes water a bit, but really good news...make sure your male patients are aware. I will be adding it onto my Men's Health page - which I need to separate out into conditions, really - more to do! Mail on Sunday 5.11.23 “WATER-JET PROCEDURE TO SHRINK PROBLEM …
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DIY TGF Corn Free Toothpaste
Thought some of you might find this useful. Trying to find a good corn free toothpaste has eluded me for years - one that I can tolerate anyway - mostly because of the glycerins, xylitols, extracts etc. I came across this recipe the other day, so share it in case it helps you. TrulyGluten Free …
Trying To Cut Sugar Down? Why Artificial Sweeteners May Not Be The Answer….
Ok, full disclosure: artificial sweeteners is number 57 pet hate, ie. I have a lot of pet hates! Seriously, though, I am constantly asking people to eat 'real' sweetness rather than chemical sweetness because I have always thought it is not helping to regulate blood sugar, or lower the sweet cravings via a change of …
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