The use of vinegars generally, and apple-cider vinegar in particular, as a condiment and food ingredient spans thousands of years across many cultures. Today we use it for everything from blood sugar and weight control to cholesterol management.

Pain is a complex physical phenomenon that is intimately bound with emotions and mental states. When pain becomes chronic the consequences are far-reaching and profound. You don’t have to just mask pain though, as there are gentle yet powerful natural approaches that have proven positive effects in relieving chronic pain.

Sumac has a long history of medicinal use and is particularly powerful as a digestion and heart healer.

It’s been an unpredictable year, with many ups and downs and depression rates are three times higher than before the pandemic. Here, we take a look at one woman’s journey to a healthier mind. With the challenges we have had, mental health has become an ever-increasing issue for many people, young and old alike. According […]

Rhodiola rosea goes by many names including rhodiola, golden root, rose root and Aaron’s rod. It has a long history of use as an adaptogen and may help in conditions such as “burnout syndrome”.

We take a look at the supplement SAMe, a naturally occurring compound that has so many roles in your body that it is essential to health and wellbeing.

Kombucha is a fermented drink that has a rich heritage and many healing effects. We take a look at the health benefits of this probiotic powerhouse.

Do you suffer from painful joints and osteoarthritis? We take a look at one patient’s arthritis journey and the best natural remedies. During the lockdowns, a 70-year-old woman rang me for a consultation. She had been generally quite healthy for many years and used to walk regularly, enjoying lengthy bush walks frequently. But in the […]

Grapes are a delicious food that also have wide healing capacities. Discover their full therapeutic potential of this powerful fruit here.

Looking for a natural alternative to ease your insomnia and anxiety? The medicinal and calming benefits of valerian may be your answer.

Dr Karen Bridgman investigates one case of eczema and how a proper, balanced diet can help treat skin conditions from the inside out.

The gut microbiome is essential for human health and prebiotics are essential for the microbiome. Here’s everything you need to know about prebiotics!