Alternative & Complementary Healthcare
I don't often come across much about kidney health and I always felt we didn't do enough on this important organ during training. So, I was pleased to see a special edition of the Townsend Newsletter recently on kidney and liver health. One of the articles that stood out for me was encouraging people to …
Pleased to report today that LGx has updated it's Genetic Detoxification test to help people discover if they are strong or weak at detoxing five specific compounds. The Detoxification report describes the genes, nutrients, and lifestyle and environmental factors that can impact detoxification. In addition to a detoxification overview diagram, it provides five new personalised …
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I was reminded this week of the importance of looking after your liver health if you are trying to lose (or not gain) belly fat. This is especially true once you get into middle age when hormones start messing about. I know this to be true as I woke up about 8 months ago and …
Christine and I are trying our best to update the key books for you. This time, we've done the Gut Plan, checked it is up to date research-wise, ensured the right advice and products are there for you and all the links work etc. No mean feat, I can tell you. The Gut Plan The 62 page …
Do you need to detox this January? Helpfully, Nutri Advanced have provided us with a questionnaire, which should help us interpret whether you need to detox or not. If you fancy it, fill this in, then consult the key and consider the suggested protocol they recommend - talk it through with your practitioner, of course. …
A great reminder here from Biocare about the importance of making sure your detox abilities are optimal all year round and not just during the traditional spring time. That said, in Chinese medicine theory, Spring is an ideal time for a clear-out, not just of your cupboards, but of your liver, so if you're going …
As a former judge for these awards, I'm always excited to see what goodies come out each year to help those of us who want freefrom and non-toxic toiletries. Here are the 2018 winners for you - they look great! Best Free From Skincare Product 2018 You'll also find the runners-up and category winners there. …
Someone asked me this yesterday and I suddenly realised I hadn't updated you since the start of the year (here: What Happened in 2017?). Doesn't time fly! So, here is an update for you so you can see where I'm up to if you are following my healing story. The foods... Food-wise, if you remember, …
Many of you have been emailing me about detoxing so here's a quick bit of help for you. Those  of you who have been with me for quite a while will remember my favourite approach to health starts, for most people, with this Detox Box from Nutrigold. It is an excellent MOT for the body, …