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Many years ago, an elderly patient from Havelock North here in Hawke’s Bay (New Zealand) mentioned that her favourite doctor was a bit of a maverick. In fact, he was in some sense a natural therapist medical doctor. It was...
People talk to naturopaths a lot about their food allergies and intolerances. Many people get kind of get confused and think that "all food reactions are allergies", when in fact, many reactions are intolerances and not actually food allergies. So...
When I'm online and read health and wellness articles, everyone has got their own opinion, from the sublime to the ridiculous and even wacky. I've worked with patients in the past who consume only dried fruits and tofu, through to...
Yogurt is beneficial not just for those who suffer from constipation but also for the general health of the gastrointestinal system. Years of experience as a naturopathic physician have led me to the conclusion that yoghurt is one of the...
Women with thyroid disease are more likely have babies with birth defects even if tests show no problem with the gland during pregnancy. A study by Johns Hopkins University also showed that babies born to women with overactive or under-active...
A recent poll reveals that many males have a negative attitude about getting medical help. Nearly two-thirds of those interviewed said they try to avoid going to the doctor as often as possible, and 37% said they keep information from...