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For many antipodeans, living in the UK opens up a whole new world. Destinations that many of us would never have imagined visiting are now just a stones throw away. But for some the mere thought of catching the ferry to Calais or hopping on a flight to nearby Europe, or even the drive to the airport is quite literally nauseating! Suffering with travel sickness can seriously dampen the morale of even the mos ...
Insomnia is not only hugely frustrating but has a knock on effect of decreasing your concentration and lowering your immune system. Many people would prefer not to have to take sleeping tablets.
Here are a few ideas to aid a good night’s sleep with the aid of non-addictive natural means:• Drop a few drops of lavender essential oil onto your pillow.• Take a Calcium and Magnesium supplement at night ti ...
We all know to a certain extent the negative effects too much alcohol has on our bodies. The reality is that most of us from time to time will indulge in excessive amounts only to say “never again,” until our rubber arm is twisted once more.
Whilst here are some helpful tips if you are out drinking, never underestimate the damage that alcohol can permanently have on your liver and other organs if taken in ...
With many of us frequently travelling abroad jet lag has become a part of modern living. However, travelling across different time zones makes us feel sluggish, fatigued and at risk of contracting all kinds of diseases from breathing recycled air. Then of course there is the dreaded DVT (deep-vein thrombosis) - a blood clot most commonly occurring in the leg.
Here are just a few pointers worth trying:
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These days a lot of emphasis is placed on organic foods – it’s not just a hype or a new fad, it’s a serious business and a worthwhile consideration if you care about your health and the welfare of animals.
Factory farmed meat and poultry often contain antibiotics and hormones and when we eat these meats, our body has to process these foreign substances which place a great strain on our immune and digestive ...
Cold sores are caused by the Herpes Simplex virus. After exposure to the virus it remains in the body and causes a little blister to form most commonly on the lips. These can burn and itch. They then burst and form a yellowish crust. They reoccur when the immune system is lowered, when under stress, after a sunburn or in cold weather. Both natural and conventional medicines can decrease the severity and the ...
Homeopathic remedies for Labour
There are many homeopathic remedies that can ease and aid labour. These are not all commonly found in health food stores or chemists though it is possible to buy them over the telephone from many of the homeopathic pharmacies.
Arnica – this should be taken in a high potency like a 200c. I suggest taking one pill at the onset of labour. Take another when in advanced labour ...
Spring is sprung, the grass is ris, I wonder where my tissue is?Natural relief for hay fever.After the long dull cold winter, spring should be something to look forward to rather than dread, anticipating sneezing, an itching burning streaming nose and red sore watery and puffy eyes.Many people living in busy cities suffer from worse hay fever symptoms than those living in the countryside. This is because al ...