Could SIBO be the Root Cause of your Patient’s IBS?
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) SIBO is defined as an increase in the number of bacteria, and/or changes in the types of bacteria present in the small intestine. In most patients, SIBO is not caused by a single type of bacteria, but is an overgrowth of the various types of bacteria that should normally be […]
The Importance of Testing for Glyphosate: The World’s Most Widely Used Herbicide
PUBLISHED IN THE JANUARY 2017 ISSUE OF TOWNSEND LETTER Glyphosate is the world’s most widely produced herbicide and is the primary toxic chemical in Roundup™, as well as in many other herbicides. In addition, it is a broad-spectrum herbicide that is used in more than 700 different products from agriculture and forestry to home use. […]
Ageing Gracefully
A dose of healthy denial can lull us into a false sense of security that we are still bouncing around in the ‘young category’. However the tell – tale signs of aging are a constant reminder that we have hit the 40 + stage of our lives. We are going about our business and suddenly […]
Embrace change with powerful Yogic tools
No matter who we are, the state of the bank balance or which country we live in; the twists and turns of life, deaths, jobs, relationship stresses, natural disasters and trauma can affect us all. Change influences each of us differently, altering our biochemistry, thoughts and emotions. Resilience is our ability to come back to […]
Maldi-TOF –v- PCR Probes in the Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Microflora
Recent research into the gastrointestinal microbiome has confirmed the microbial inhabitants of the gastrointestinal tract, and their vast scope of metabolic activities, are at the very core of health and many disease processes. Microbiology testing should be optimized to address the abundance of all bacterial species present in a stool specimen. This blog aims to […]
The Green Drink Conundrum: Potential Thallium Exposure and Neurological Risks
Thallium (Tl) is a highly toxic heavy metal that has no physiological function. More toxic to humans than mercury, cadmium or lead, Tl is increasingly prevalent in the environment partly as a result of modern industrial practices and crop irrigation. Vegetables most heavily contaminated with Tl are the Spinacia and Brassica groups inclusive of spinach, […]
Are your female patients suffering from Rushing Woman’s Syndrome?
These days women are often in a permanent state of stress – juggling their family, career, finances as well as a chaotic lifestyle. There are biochemical consequences to this constant rush – resulting in imbalanced hormones, HPA axis dysfunction, sluggish thyroid glands and so on. The term ‘Rushing Woman’s Syndrome’ was coined by Dr Libby […]
Building Resilience with Yoga
Life is full of challenges – from not getting what one wants, to different levels of stress, to major life crisis like losing a job, enduring an illness or losing a loved one. Some individuals seem to bounce back from the ups and downs of life with a positive attitude. This inner strength is known […]
Ten evidence-based nutrients that have been shown to support viral immunity
Zinc Zinc (Zn) is an essential micronutrient known to play a central role in the immune system, involving multiple mechanisms, from skin membrane barrier integrity, to the regulation of lymphocytes, it is critical in generating both innate and acquired (humoral) antiviral responses. Zinc is required for normal development and function of neutrophils and natural killer […]
Curcumin Butternut Squash Soup
Curcumin Butternut Squash Soup SERVES: 4—6 | TOTAL PREP TIME: 1 HOUR 15 MINS SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: STANDARD OR IMMERSION BLENDER When the temperatures drop and the skies are blanketed in grey, when the leaves brown and descend from their branches, cosy up with a bowl of butternut squash soup this autumn. Roasted and caramelized squash […]
Ten Reasons to do an Organic Acids Test from Mosaic Diagnostics
Organic acids (OAs) are compounds that have acidic properties, and many are normal byproducts of biochemical, a.k.a. metabolites. However, there are certain compounds that provide clues regarding metabolic disorders, including mitochondrial dysfunction, and potential toxin exposures which can negatively impact health. Certain elevated amino acid metabolites can even be linked to rare genetic diseases called […]
Cultivation of positive qualities and values
As we navigate through life, we are always working to build up positive qualities, be it consciously or unconsciously. We are trying to figure out where we stand in this world, and what values we should follow in our everchanging environment as these are reflections of our true beliefs and ultimately, shape our character. We […]
Autumn Recipes
Autumn Recipes Fall is a time where the cold, rough, and dry qualities of Vata come out to play. Enjoy these recipes that combat the overexpression of these qualities in our bodies during this beautiful time of year. Pumpkin Soup TOTAL PREP TIME: 60 MINUTES Ingredients 11 cups of peeled, cubed pumpkin 4-5 cups water […]
Raise self-awareness and connect with your inner self
Awareness is knowledge of one’s self and surroundings. Self-awareness is the ability to see ourselves clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection. Research shows that self-awareness has a direct impact on how we think, feel, act, as well as how we react to our thoughts, feelings and actions. If we have the conscious knowledge of […]
Practical Insights on Connecting with Positivity
The dawn of a new year tends to provide us all with an opportunity to reflect on our approach to life. One of the greatest choices we can exercise to navigate our lives is the power of positive thinking. Is our glass half-empty or half-full? How we answer this age-old question changes our outlook on […]
