We all know stress is not great but did you know that long term stress is really harmful to your physical and mental health? “Diseases whose development has been linked to both stress and inflammation include cardiovascular dysfunctions, diabetes, cancer, autoimmune syndromes and mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders.” PubMed Getting on top of our stress levels and finding peace and calm is vital to our wellbeing! This can be a challenge in today’s modern world when we are busy with working, parenting and daily life. But with some natural remedies to support and some lifestyle changes, it is …
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September is traditionally a very popular time to travel. Whether it’s locally in Australia with the weather warming up as we approach summer, or overseas as the northern summer turns cool and breezy before a very chilly winter, being prepared for minor health issues can certainly help your travel go smoothly. A small homeopathic kit or just a couple of well-chosen remedies can keep the bellyaches, jetlag, colds and flu at bay, and make your time away memorable for all the right reasons! Check out how homeopathy can help. Homeopathic Support For Travel Flower Essence Support For Travel Flower essence …
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for everyone: adults, children, and especially parents of young children. Sleep plays a vital role in physical health, emotional wellbeing, and the body’s natural ability to heal and cope with stress. Choose natural solutions for sleep disturbances and the whole family will benefit! For children, quality sleep supports healthy growth and development. For adults, it helps regulate mood, immune function and mental clarity. And for busy parents juggling the demands of family life, poor sleep can quickly lead to exhaustion and overwhelm. In this blog, we’ll explore gentle, natural approaches to support better …
If I had to use one word to sum up grief I would choose change. And most of us don’t like change, even when we ask for it, so change in the form of grief is always a big obstacle in our life journey. Supporting the grief journey with natural remedies is nourishing and nurturing to the soul. When you are blinded by grief and you can’t view the world as you once saw it, there are no rules on what you will feel, what you should feel and what you should do. It’s about reconstructing the world into a …
Nothing can prepare you for the diagnosis of a serious illness – whether it’s your diagnosis or that of a loved one. We are all touched by grim prognoses at some point in our life, unfortunately. Dealing with big illnesses can challenge us physically, emotionally and spiritually. The goal of this blog is to provide guidance to family and friends of a diagnosed loved one, and also some tips for those personally facing a difficult health crisis. In recent years, I’ve been involved in supporting two of the most important women in my life as they wrestle with facing medical facts …
The common ailment that bothers me the most frequently would have to be headaches. Hormonal changes, circulatory issues, stress, sugar fluctuations, spinal misalignments and blood pressure problems often cause chronic headaches in women more than men. 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 liver and is metabolised differently in premature …
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 …
I must admit, I always viewed the stage of children leaving home as the parents’ time to reconnect and pursue things of their own enjoyment without living life around the schedule of their kids. But as I get closer to this period in my life, I notice a general sense of sadness in my friends whose children are moving out and navigating the empty nester stage. Usually it’s a rational sense of sadness where the parent misses the child’s company or presence around the house because they understand the child is pursuing their own life and adjusting to the world …
Anxiety, overwhelm, stress and worry seem to be common concerns these days. Big life events, trauma, hormone and gut issues and even nutritional deficiencies can all contribute to us experiencing feelings of anxiousness. There are many natural remedies to try that may help ease the symptoms of anxiety. What is anxiety? Anxiety is a multi-system response to a perceived threat or danger. Everyone feels anxious from time to time, especially when we feel under pressure or something happens to disrupt our calm. When the anxious feelings don’t go away or make it hard to cope with daily life it may …
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 …


