Ailments

Regardless of the skin condition you experience, you can narrow down the cause(s) by visiting a Naturopath Doctor who can administer tests to determine the culprits.  This is usually a process of elimination that can take time to discover but may be worth the effort to eliminate prolonged and aggravating discomfort. Eczema This a form of skin rash that manifests as a result of the following triggers: Dietary: dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish and gluten Industrial: solvents, fumes and soaps Seasonal & Environmental: pollen, dust mites and certain plants People with Celiac Disease are more prone to eczema This can be caused by a deficiency in producing the fatty acid GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) from Omega-6 sources Helpful Remedies: try topical creams containing the following herbs: Nettles [...]

Don't take your eyes for granted!  Consuming a varied diet containing the following nutrients will ensure you keep your eyes healthy: Lutein and Zeaxanthin are anti-oxidants that shield eyes from light damage and fend off cataracts & other age-related macular degeneration: found in green leafy vegetables like kale & spinach as well as orange and yellow fruits or vegetables Omega 3 helps relieve dry eyes by reducing inflammation: found in fish oils, salmon, walnuts, walnut oil, ground flaxseed, flax oil Vitamin A is found in eggs and colourful veggies like carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach and mangos Vitamin C is in citrus fruits, berries, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, kale and broccoli Vitamin E protects eye cells from tissue-damaging free radicals: found in almonds, nuts, leafy [...]

This condition can be triggered by the consumption of acidic foods as well as obesity, smoking, pregnancy, certain medications and hiatial hernia.  Other triggers include coffee, alcohol, chocolate, spicy & fatty foods and carbonated drinks. Acid suppressants lead to more health issues as stomach acid is necessary for the absorption of nutrients. Helpful remedies include: treat heartburn with dry extracts of dandelion, artichoke leaf, turmeric and rosemary to help with digestion and minimize damage to gastric tissues Melatonin may diminish symptoms and prevent gastric ulcers try demulcents like licorice, marshmellow and slippery elm to soothe the digestive tract consume probiotics contained in yogurt, kefir, tempeh and sauerkraut  

Keep it down! cutting alcohol consumption causes an almost immediate reduction in blood pressure: Max. 2 drinks per day for men and 1 per day for women and smaller men; if you don't drink, even better. Increasing potassium in your diet may help reduce blood pressure by causing the blood vessels to widen and help the body excrete sodium, especially if you consume alot of salt (and even if you don't use table salt, you would be shocked to realize how much you consume everyday from pre-packaged and fast-food joints) Choose foods that have less than 200mg of sodium per serving (be sure to check their "serving size" on the label - because if serving size is "50 mg sodium per one tblsp" and you [...]

If you have a fracture, be sure to use a comprehensive bone formula combined with a Creatine Supplement.

A condition where blood cannot transport enough oxygen to meet the body's needs and causes low energy, fatigue on exertion and dizziness. This is caused by a deficiency in folate, iron and Vitamin B12.

Adrenals produce cortisol, a hormone that helps the body respond to stress.  Low levels may lead to hypothyroidism.  People who don't consume enough fat may experience adrenal fatigue and a slow metabolism due to lack of essential fatty acids. Adaptogens are natural compounds in certain plants that increase the resistance of organisms to stress.  The following herbs can provide adrenal support: Cordyceps, Ginko Biloba, Licorice Root, Rhodiola, Korean & Siberian Ginseng

A 6% solution of acetic acid (the active ingredient in vinegar) kills tuberculosis A combination of vitamins A & D may help manage tuberculosis the myco-bacterial property of these 2 vitamins may prevent and cure TB with minimal chance of resistance or toxicity *Don't take "Aged Garlic Extract" if you are on a prescription for "Isoniazid" which is an antibiotic used for Tuberculosis