Immune Health

Lactose intolerance is caused by a lack of the enzyme lactase in the body. Abdominal cramps, bloating, and diarrhoea are common symptoms. The treatment centres on avoiding dairy products, switching to lactose-free foods, or using lactase supplements.

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that affects the body's connective tissues. SLE, like all auto-immune conditions, occurs when the body produces abnormal antibodies that attack normal body tissue as if it were a foreign invader. The immune...

People often talk to naturopaths about their food allergies and intolerances. Some people may get confused and think that all food reactions are "allergies", when in fact, many reactions are intolerances and not actually food allergies. So how do you...

The higher the ORAC value, the more powerful an antioxidant or food's antioxidant capacity. Some of our most colourful fruits and vegetables have the highest ORAC ratings.