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Herbal medicine in cancer care

November 14, 2019 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

turmeric powder a herbal medicine

Sky News is reporting today on the use of herbal remedies by breast cancer patients. The article includes comments made by a breast cancer surgeon suggesting that using herbal remedies may do more harm than good and delay the recovery of cancer patients. The article goes on to say that complementary therapies such as herbal […]

Filed Under: Cancer prevention, herbal medicine Tagged With: cancer, herbal medicine, herbalist, integrative oncology

Rosehips improve osteoarthritis symptoms

October 21, 2019 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

rosehips herbal medicine

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder in the world. It causes destruction of the cartilage and other parts of the joints, mainly in the hands, knees, hips or the spine. The damage leads to the osteoarthritis symptoms of joint pain and stiffness, which impair joint function and inevitably impact on quality of life. Non-steroidal […]

Filed Under: Arthritis and gout, herbal medicine, Pain and pain management Tagged With: arthritis, herbal medicine, herbalist, herbs, Joint Pain Management, medical herbalist, Osteoarthritis Symptoms, pain

Antibiotics and heart health

May 15, 2019 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

herbal syrup

A recent study published in the European Heart Journal suggests a significant association between antibiotic use and an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease. As the authors point out, previous studies have reported similar results. However, this particular study added some new details as it focussed on antibiotic use by women only and participants were assessed […]

Filed Under: Healthy Ageing Tagged With: antibiotics, herbalist, immune system

Sniffing out Alzheimer’s disease

April 30, 2019 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

loss of sense of smell might indicate early cognitive decline

  Scientists have discovered that one of the earliest symptoms related to the development of Alzheimer’s disease is a problem with the sense of smell. The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia, is increasing rapidly. It is one of the most dreaded of diseases and yet modern medicine seems […]

Filed Under: Healthy Ageing, Mind and mood Tagged With: Alzheimer S Disease, Alzheimer's disease, chronic disease, herbalist, herbs, Reverse Alzheimer Disease

An intro on adaptogens for stress

February 25, 2019 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

adaptogen herbs help you manage stress

Modern life is inherently stressful. The funny thing is that we don’t all respond to stress in the same way. Of course there are situations that we all might struggle to cope with, like the death of a loved one. But in the day to day hurdles of life, it is often the case that […]

Filed Under: Chronic fatigue, general health Tagged With: herbalist, herbs, stress

Simple strategies for preventing a common cold

October 1, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

garlic cloves and sliced garlic

Are you one of the lucky ones that never seems to catch a cold? If not then you might want to read on. This article is for those people who want to know about some evidence based strategies for preventing a common cold. Of course there are plenty of remedies for reducing the symptoms and […]

Filed Under: general health, herbal medicine Tagged With: diet, green tea, herbalist, herbs, immune system, probiotic

Is a daily low dose aspirin a good idea?

September 18, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

daily low dose aspirin - not a good idea

A daily, low dose aspirin tablet is a popular option among people hoping to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, studies support the prophylactic use of aspirin as a simple and cheap way to prevent recurrent heart attacks and stroke. But, does that mean everyone should take a daily low dose aspirin? Findings […]

Filed Under: Arthritis and gout, Healthy Ageing Tagged With: herbal medicine, herbalist, herbs

Does ginger protect against stomach ulcers?

September 10, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

the herbal medicine ginger

Ginger is a well known pungent, culinary spice, but it also has remarkable health-promoting properties. For instance, I’ve previously written about the use of ginger for easing painful periods and preventing menstrual migraines. But, ginger offers much more than pain relief. In this scientific review in the Royal Society of Chemistry Journal: Food and Function, […]

Filed Under: Gut health and digestion, herbal medicine Tagged With: digestion, ginger, herbalist, herbs, stomach ulcer

Peppermint and recurrent cold sore infections

September 3, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

peppermint a potent antiviral herbal medicine

Cold sores are a common skin and mucous membrane condition caused by the herpes simplex virus 1. This virus is easily passed between people on contact. In fact, many people may be infected without realising.  After the initial viral invasion, whether it shows on the skin or not, the virus remains in the body. It […]

Filed Under: herbal medicine Tagged With: Cold Sore Infection, cold sores, Colds Sores, food as medicine, herbalist, herbs, Herpes Simplex, Herpes Simplex Virus, peppermint, Peppermint Essential Oil, Peppermint Leaves, Recurrent Cold Sores, Recurring Infection, Stop Cold Sores

How to soothe irritable bowel syndrome with a hot oil poultice

July 16, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Caraway oil and caraway seeds

A 2015 German study tested the use of hot oil poultices on people with irritable bowel syndrome. They found that using a hot oil poultice appeared to be a safe and effective method of reducing pain related to IBS. The researchers also reported that although the most benefit was likely to due to the application […]

Filed Under: irritable bowel syndrome Tagged With: herbalist, herbs

Experts confirm herbal medicines may protect against drug-resistant infection

June 18, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Herbal medicine week 2018

My mother often speaks of the father that she adored. A man that I never met. He died long before I was born of tuberculosis (TB). Only a short time before the release of the antibiotics that his family believed could have cured his disease. The discovery of antibiotics heralded a new era. One in […]

Filed Under: herbal medicine Tagged With: herbalist, herbs

Herbal remedies to reduce menopausal hot flashes

June 4, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Herbal remedies for hot flushes of menopause

Hot flashes are one of the most common problems of menopause. That periodic, sudden rush of heat and resultant drenching sweat can be most troublesome. Though many ladies turn to hormone therapy to help them through this time, there are concerns about how safe these medications are in the longer term. Which is why complementary […]

Filed Under: herbal medicine, Women's health and hormones Tagged With: herbalist, herbs, Hot Flash, Hot Flashes, Medicinal Plants, Menopausal Hot Flashes, menopause, oestrogen, perimenopause, phytoestrogen, Phytoestrogens

How to get rid of bloating

April 23, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

carminative tea remedy for bloating

This is the second part in a series of posts. The first article covered What causes bloating, and this one follows up with how to get rid of bloating. Though relieving the symptom of bloating is important, as with many chronic health concerns to make a permanent improvement, it is necessary to find the underlying […]

Filed Under: Gut health and digestion Tagged With: diet, digestion, gluten sensitivity, herbalist, herbs, microbiome

Things to ask your herbalist

April 9, 2018 by nikki hawkes 4 Comments

Wildflower herbs a herbalist might use

Who can be a herbalist? In the UK currently, there is no statutory regulation of herbalists. Anyone can call themselves a herbalist. In other words, some ‘herbalists’ have no qualifications, training or experience. Mmmmm that doesn’t sound too good! How would you know if the therapist could help you? For instance, it is all too […]

Filed Under: herbal medicine Tagged With: herbalist, herbs

Which therapies work for low back pain?

March 19, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Cupping therapy a useful therapy for low back pain

This is the third article in a series of posts about complementary therapies for chronic pain conditions. See the research in this review in the British Medical Journal. Read the first two posts of the series here:Which therapies for chronic pain?Which therapy – chronic pain and rheumatoid arthritis This third article is about the efficacy of complementary […]

Filed Under: Pain and pain management Tagged With: acupuncture, cupping, diet, herbalist, herbs, yoga

Which therapy – chronic pain and rheumatoid arthritis

March 11, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

evening primrose and evening primrose oil

This is the second post in a series of posts about the potential benefits of complementary therapies for people living with chronic pain. In case you missed it, you can find the first post here. This post focuses on research related to several complementary therapies and rheumatoid arthritis. As reported in a review article in […]

Filed Under: Arthritis and gout, autoimmunity articles, Pain and pain management Tagged With: acupuncture, autoimmune disease, diet, elimination diet, fatty fish, herbalist, herbs

4R – Nutrients that repair a leaky gut

February 26, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Image showing the need to repair a leaky gut

This is the next in a series of blog posts about the 4R program for optimising your digestion and gut health. Here I discuss ways to repair a leaky gut. You can read the previous posts in the series by following the links below. 1 Optimise your digestive health 2 4R program – Remove the triggers […]

Filed Under: Gut health and digestion Tagged With: 4R, diet, digestion, herbalist, herbs, leaky gut

Stop cold sores coming back

January 15, 2018 by nikki hawkes 2 Comments

Herpes simplex virus often affect the lips and mouth

Cold sores are the result of a very common and persistent infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. We recognise the infection as small blisters that usually occur on the lips or around the mouth. These blisters or sores can be painful, with burning or itching, and may last up to three weeks without treatment. […]

Filed Under: general health, Skin health Tagged With: herbalist, herbs

Could turmeric reduce allergic rhinitis symptoms?

January 23, 2017 by nikki hawkes 8 Comments

turmeric for allergic rhinitis

turmeric for allergic Hayfever, known medically as allergic rhinitis, is a very common allergic condition that causes misery for millions of people. But, recent research found that a common spice might provide some allergy relief. Read on to find out how to use turmeric for allergic rhinitis. What is hayfever? Hayfever, is an allergic reaction […]

Filed Under: Allergy, herbal medicine Tagged With: allergies, herbalist, herbs

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