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Natural Remedies for Headaches, homeopathy, flower essences

The common ailment that bothers me the most frequently would have to be headaches. Women are prone to more chronic headaches than men, and are usually caused by hormonal fluctuations and imbalances, circulatory problems, stress, sugar imbalance, spinal misalignments and blood pressure concerns. Let’s look at some natural remedies for headaches. While main stream media is full of advertising for products containing paracetamol and not letting a pesky headache stop you from getting everything done in your day, prolonged or excessive use of such products can have a negative impact on your overall health. Paracetamol is largely metabolised in the …

Gastro and Stomach Upsets. Practical support for naturally managing gastro and stomach upsets. Flower essences for gastro and stomach upsets.

Gastroenteritis is an infectious condition, resulting in inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (involving the stomach and small intestines). There are several natural remedies for gastro that can assist with symptoms. We commonly refer to it as Gastro, Stomach Bug, Stomach Flu or Stomach Virus and if you have young children you probably have called it a Tummy Bug. Symptoms can include some or all of the following: vomiting, stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Dehydration and spreading the infection are the main concerns relating to this illness. In our family, we were paid a visit by Mr Rotavirus …

Feeding Fussy Kids. Practical support for naturally supporting kids who are fussy eaters. Flower essences for fussy eaters

Fussy eating is a normal part of childhood development and it’s not uncommon for kids to change their mind about what they like on a regular basis. It’s often just all about asserting independence and exploring their world. However, pickiness with food can sometimes be a symptom of other things like autism, sensory issues and gut health, so that is something to keep in mind. When the fussiness becomes chronic and starts affecting health and wellbeing, we may need some extra support. Here are some tips for you if you have a fussy eater at your place. The Food Critic …

Natural Support for Toddlers, The Simplest Remedy, homeopathy, flower essences

Toddlers are right up The Simplest Remedy’s alley as all of my flower essences were created when I had three under four years of age keeping me on my toes. These essences have been tried and tested and there is nothing more rewarding to watch them work their magic right before my eyes! Here are some remedies that can help all parents with natural support for toddlers. Flower Essences to Support Toddlers Flower essences are a brilliant support for toddlers and are a safe and gentle natural remedy. If your toddler resists taking the drops under their tongue, you can …

5 More Common Childhood Ailments. Family wellbeing using natural remedies, homeopathy and flower essences.

I have talked about common childhood ailments before and shared with you some natural remedies that can assist. It really is so empowering being able to care for your family and tend to their wellness yourself using natural, non-toxic remedies. This time I want to look at 5 more common childhood ailments – sore throats, cold sores, tummy aches, sniffles and skin rashes. NATURAL REMEDIES FOR SORE THROATS Throat & Tonsil Complex- a brilliant remedy to have on hand. Mine is literally sitting on my kitchen bench as I write! It contains Belladonna for anything red and hot so great …

We often take our teeth for granted – until something goes wrong! Teeth problems can be painful and nerve-wracking (nobody likes going to the dentist!) But there are many preventative and natural remedies for keeping our teeth healthy and to address any discomfort and problems. Homeopathy Belladonna, Apis, Sepia or Chamomila are all remedies that can be used for acute tooth pain, depending on the presentation. Arnica can be useful for injuries or accidents to teeth and for repair in healing from dental procedures. Anticipatory Anxiety is a great complex blend if you are nervous or phobic about dentist visits and procedures. Tissue Salts Silica is great for …

Natural_Remedies_for_Cold_and_Flu. Practical support for naturally managing colds and flu. Flower essences for head colds and flu.

Winter is the time of year when colds and flu are most prevalent and the symptoms can be really annoying and uncomfortable. There are so many natural remedies for colds and flu though, so get prepared and have these on hand! My first recommendation is to boost your immune system to avoid the viruses taking hold, but sometimes when we are a bit run down or tired, we can still end up sick. Flower Essences Have you ever gotten sick after emotional turmoil? That’s because there is an emotional connection to illness. If we aren’t balanced emotionally, we lower our …

The Great Outdoors - Natural Remedies for Camping and Nature Time. Practical ideas for naturally managing common ailments associated with the outdoors. Flower essences for insect bites, cuts and bruises and other outdoor ailments.

Natural remedies to have on hand for camping and day trips in nature. Spending time in the great outdoors is one benefit of living in an amazing country like Australia. There is so much to explore and the benefits of being out in nature are considerable for everyone in the family. You might need some support with natural remedies to take on your camping or day trips. Here are some things I recommend for your holistic first aid kit. Sizzled Bits. This flower essence blend is useful to promote wellbeing at times of heat exposure and heat stroke. I love …

Natural Remedies for Teenagers. Practical support for raising teenagers. Flower essences for teenagers.

The teen years! A rite of passage as we transition from children to adults. It’s not always easy with physical and emotional challenges to deal with. And if you are a parent with teens, life can be extra challenging as they exert their independence and deal with puberty. Teenagers often have a lot going on with school, sport and other activities, part-time jobs and socialising. Stress from study, navigating relationships and societal issues like technology, peer pressure and drugs can become overwhelming. It can also be an awkward time navigating puberty with body and hormonal changes and symptoms like acne. …

Relieving Coughing. Practical support for naturally relieving coughs. Flower essences for coughs.

A cough is a sudden and often recurrent reflex that helps to clear the throat and airways of foreign irritants, secretions, particles or microbes. In terms of illness, it usually indicates the presence of a virus or bacteria5. While coughing can relieve irritation and congestion, it also is a fine way to pass the disease on to another person. We probably all have been in the situation where we have been coughed on by someone close by, only to become unwell 24-72 hours later. Owen Homoeopathics As a preventative measure during the cold and flu season, or when you’ve been …

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