Articles - Men & Womans health
Do you have some tips on weight loss?
Weight loss can be a very tricky subject as the reasons behind weight gain often vary from person to person.
Conditions such as menopause, poor liver function, increased appetite, hormonal imbalances such as PMT, fluid retention, liver complaints, emotional problems, poor choice of foods, thyroid conditions, inactivity, sugar imbalances or diabetes can all play a part.
No fat recipes
Do you have any no fat recipes for a person with gall stones?
Urinary tract infection
Can you recommend to take anything for a urinary tract infection?
Fluid retention
I have a lot of fluid build up around my ankles and it makes my legs ache at the end of the day. Do you have any suggestions to help?
Ovarian Cysts
Can you recommend an herbal supplement to help with an ovarian cyst and prevent pain?
Green Tea
Is there any way to get the benefits of green tea when you are allergic to caffeine?
Painful periods
I have always had very painful period and have tried many remedies over many years but the only thing that calms my cramps is Ibuprofen (and lots of it).
Low thyroid function
I have slightly low thyroid function, what can be done with natural therapies to normalise thryoid function?
Candida
I would like to know more about Candida.
Hypothyroid - elevated TSH levels
I have elevated TSH and a diagnosis of thyroiditis and no history of this in my family. I am really concerned and opposed to the thought of lifelong hypothyroidism and conventional hormone replacement.
Chelation therapy
I am an 83 year old woman with moderate candida and somewhat advanced atherosclerosis. I am wondering if chelation therapy would benefit as I cannot stand the thought of any more invasive "treatments" by established medicine. I also have quite a lot of dizziness also.
Preconception
What is a good "detox" program to go through before trying to conceive?
Urinary Tract Infection - healing time
I was diagnosed yesterday with a UTI with my symptoms starting the day earlier, thus it has been about 3 full days of infection. I am already noticing an improvement within the past 24 hours
Epididymal cyst
How might Zinc improve pain from an epididymal cyst?
Testosterone levels
How can I help my boyfriend lower his free testosterone levels, he got them tested and they were 3 times more than what men are meant to have, he is suffering grumpy mood swings, frustration and acne. Is there a herb, natural way?
Acne and Roacutane
What measures could I take to support myself naturally while undergoing a five week course of Accutane treatment?"
Endometriosis
I want to know the best thing for endometriosis?
Vitex
I have an irregular period and I have been taking the herb Vitex agnus castus for a short time. Will this help to normalise my periods and can I continue to take it if I fall pregnant?
Improving fertility
What can I do to improve my chances of falling pregnant?
Vitex and Pregnancy
Is it ok to continue to take Vitex agnus castus whilst trying to conceive in other words during ovulation? My understanding is you take it as directed then if pregnancy occurs stop taking it is this correct?
Herbs and Pregnancy
Would you please tell me about using herbs in pregnancy?
Stopping the Oral Contraception Pill
What natural measures can I take to ease my transition after quitting birth control pills?
Uterine Fibroids
I have recently been told that I have an ovarian cyst and uterine fibroids. I am concerned about this and want to know if I can treat these issues naturally?
Hirsutism
What causes excess facial hair in women?
Alopecia
What can I do about alopecia areata, I have experienced it since I was 16?
Male Pattern Baldness
I've got a reseading hair line, it is heredatary but just wondering is there any thing i can do to stop, postpone or growback this monstrosity of a problem?
Amenorrhea
I'm 20 years old and I haven't had a period for six months and have recently lost 15 pounds. I have elevated liver enzymes and feel that somehow these two problems are connected, can you please help?
Natural estrogens
Is there a natural estrogen replacement therapy that I can take?
Progesterone & the female reproductive cycle
I have polycystic ovaries and irregular periods and have been trying to concieve. I am using progesterone cream but I have heard that progesterone cream suppresses ovulation. Should I use the cream from the 14th day of my period to the 28th day and thereby leave a window of opportunity for ovulation and conception?
Hormonal acne & painful nodules
I have trouble with hormonal acne that causes deep painful cysts below the skin, I have taken medication to balance my hormones and pharmaceutical skin washes which worked for a while. Now my bowel habits have changed and it is happening again, why is this?
Stevia Rebaudiana
I was told recently that research has shown that the herb Stevia may adversely affect the sperm count of males. Is it best to avoid Stevia as a sweetener and what is known about potential side effects?
Cellulite
Is there a natural remedy for cellulite?
Herbs and the oral contraceptive pill
What supplements shouldnt be taken while using the oral contraceptive pill?
Tribulus
I am 43 yrs old and have been taking tribulus supplements recently . I am looking for advice or information on how best to compare tribulus products.
Menorrhagia
I have had my period for the last 4 weeks and am having really bad clotting, is there anything I can do?
Vertical ridges on the nails
I have noticed vertical ridges on my nails. I want to know if it is a sign of a deficiency?
High PSA reading
My husband is 62 and his PSA levels have increased, what does this mean?
Cervical Dysplasia
Can I take Folic Acid supplementation for cervical dysplasia?
Prostatitis
Are there any natural remedies to address prostatitis?
Low libido
I am married and am suffering from very chronic male sexual weakness. Can you please tell me the best medicine to help this problem?
Menopause
Are there any natural alternatives to address menopause?
Genital warts
Is there a natural way to treat genital warts?
Horizontal ridges on the nails
What causes deep horizontal depressions (ridges) on the nails?
Menopausal hot flushes
How can I deal with night sweats and hot flushes? I am 49 years old and am perimenopausal.
Men's Multi
Hair Tonic
Libido
Menopause
Menopause Free
Vitex
Womens Balance
Evening Primrose Oil 1000
Male Fertility Essentials
PMS Balance
Blackmores Bio Zinc
Blackmores I-Folic
Blackmores Mens Performance Multi
Blackmores Nail, Hair & Skin
Blackmores Prostate Health Formula
Endometriosis
What is endometriosis and is there anything I can do to reduce it?
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