At the end of last year, I went to Nicaragua with Natural Doctors International (NDI), for their December brigade to Ometepe Island. You guys, it was amazing. Nicaragua itself is an incredible and fascinating place. Though I didn’t see much outside of the capital, Managua, and the community where we stayed on Ometepe, I have devoured information […]
Herbal medicine
My favourite kitchen remedies
Hi pals! Well we’ve settled into the rhythm of Boston life and are thoroughly enjoying this excellent town. Jon is busy at the university, I’m busy wrangling the baby + a couple of writing contracts, and Molly’s busy growing at a rate of knots. Look at how CUTE she is!* I’m really enjoying having a […]
A sore throat fix
For the past couple of days I’ve had a killer sore throat – like stabby little razors each time I swallow – and the edge of a cold. It’s a pain; particularly as we’re away from our new home for the week, which means I don’t have any of my usual remedies on hand. I’m […]
Free eBook: Health, Herbs & Acupressure
Brissie acupuncturist (and all-round great person) Sarah George and I have presented at the Woodford Folk Festival several times in the past few years. We also created an eBook from one of our more popular talks, to share with participants and our patients in clinic. Currently, Sarah is offering up a copy of the book to her blog […]
Recipe: garlic oxymel
The change to Autumn here in Sydney is bringing with it a raft of coughs and sniffles, colds and flus. What better time to whip up your very own garlic oxymel (something like a home brew cough and cold mix). In the recent Kitchen Remedies workshop, one of the home remedies we discussed (and tasted) […]
Let’s talk about: kitchen remedies
Hey! Sydney! Yes, I’m canvassing you again. I’m doing another workshop you see. Next week! Once again, we’ll be using the wonderful big hall in the Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre (same as we used for the gluten/grain-free workshop). However, rather than a weekend session, next week’s workshop will run on Tuesday evening. Perfect for after work. […]
National Herbal Medicine Week
This week (17th-23rd) is National Herbal Medicine Week – let’s rejoice and appreciate the medicines found in nature!
What to do about PMS
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is something that many women would be familiar with – an estimated 80% experiencing emotional or physical changes prior to their period. For some women this will last no more than 1-2 days, whereas others can experience a week (or more) of distress, pain and discomfort. What are the symptoms? There are […]
Warding off coughs and colds
This time of year is notorious for coughs, colds, sniffles, sinus and sore throats. We haven’t even hit winter yet and people are dropping like flies. While there are plenty of things to be done when you actually get sick, keeping yourself in tip-top shape is the best idea – and that way avoid falling […]
Warm yourself up!
Brrrrrt! Getting chilly around these parts, isn’t it? What are you doing to keep yourself warm – apart from jumpers, slippers and heaters? Do you eat warmer foods at this time of year? I’m a cold frog, so I do. I also use extra serves of spices to help keep me toasty on the inside. Ginger: […]