Editor’s Introduction
This article, contributed by Philip Tomlinson recounts how he and his family worked together to help his elderly mother recover metastacised cancer. The story illustrates the importance of making a commitment to health after a cancer diagnosis – and how invaluable family member’s love and practical support are in the recovery process.
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by Katherine Smith | 2 Jun, 2012 | Cancer Prevention and Treatment, Reader's Stories
Editor’s Introduction
This article, contributed by Philip Tomlinson recounts how he and his family worked together to help his elderly mother recover metastacised cancer. The story illustrates the importance of making a commitment to health after a cancer diagnosis – and how invaluable family member’s love and practical support are in the recovery process.
How My Mother Recovered from... Read More | Share it now!
Good News for the Alphabet Kids: How to reverse learning and behavioural disorders without drugs (Expanded and updated third edition)
by Michael Sichel DO, ND, PhD with Greta Sichel
Paperback, 292 pages
$A38 available from http://www.addkidsdrugfree.com/
ISBN 978 -980364118
Autism is still largely blamed on genetic rather than environmental causes. It is true that some people with rare genetic conditions such... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 4 May, 2012 | Book and DVD Reviews, Children's Health and Development
Good News for the Alphabet Kids: How to reverse learning and behavioural disorders without drugs (Expanded and updated third edition)
by Michael Sichel DO, ND, PhD with Greta Sichel
Paperback, 292 pages
$A38 available from http://www.addkidsdrugfree.com/
ISBN 978 -980364118
Autism is still largely blamed on genetic rather than environmental causes. It is true that some people with rare genetic conditions such... Read More | Share it now!
Natural Health Products Bill
by Katherine Smith
UPDATE Nov 9, 2012: The Health Select Committee has now produced its report on the Natural Health Products Bill. The Report may be downloaded from this link: http://www.parliament.nz/en-NZ/PB/SC/Documents/Reports/0/9/f/50DBSCH_SCR5643_1-Natural-Health-Products-Bill-324-2.htm
I will be reading the bill and will post an update on this section of this site as... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 11 Feb, 2012 | Health Freedom Reports
Natural Health Products Bill
by Katherine Smith
UPDATE Nov 9, 2012: The Health Select Committee has now produced its report on the Natural Health Products Bill. The Report may be downloaded from this link: http://www.parliament.nz/en-NZ/PB/SC/Documents/Reports/0/9/f/50DBSCH_SCR5643_1-Natural-Health-Products-Bill-324-2.htm
I will be reading the bill and will post an update on this section of this site as... Read More | Share it now!
Flower Essences for an Emotionally Distressed Child
Editor’s introduction
The following article is essentially a case history as recorded by the mother of the patient and the natural health practitioner. Ann (a pseudonym) sought help for her 11 year old daughter Ruth (a pseudonym) from practitioner Jeanette Shearer. Ann was concerned about Ruth as Ruth had problems relating to others... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 11 Feb, 2012 | Children's Health and Development
Flower Essences for an Emotionally Distressed Child
Editor’s introduction
The following article is essentially a case history as recorded by the mother of the patient and the natural health practitioner. Ann (a pseudonym) sought help for her 11 year old daughter Ruth (a pseudonym) from practitioner Jeanette Shearer. Ann was concerned about Ruth as Ruth had problems relating to others... Read More | Share it now!
Maggot Therapy vs. MRSA –The Antimicrobial Bio-surgeons that Know Best
by Jade Rogers
December, 2011
The battle between infectious bacteria and the antibiotic drugs used to treat them is not a new one, and is far from over. The World Health Organisation reports that many infectious diseases of today are at high risk of becoming uncontrollable due to antibiotic resistance. Approximately 440,000 new cases of... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 1 Feb, 2012 | Infections
Maggot Therapy vs. MRSA –The Antimicrobial Bio-surgeons that Know Best
by Jade Rogers
December, 2011
The battle between infectious bacteria and the antibiotic drugs used to treat them is not a new one, and is far from over. The World Health Organisation reports that many infectious diseases of today are at high risk of becoming uncontrollable due to antibiotic resistance. Approximately 440,000 new cases of... Read More | Share it now!
Editor’s note: This is the story of how symptoms caused by an undiagnosed urinary tract infection (UTI) were mistaken for Alzheimer’s disease, leading to the prescription of the drug Haloperidol – which in turn caused life threatening side effects. It is crucial reading for anyone with elderly friends or relatives.
“Hell”operidol and Back
April 2010 … was a life changing... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 29 Jan, 2012 | Infections, Reader's Stories
Editor’s note: This is the story of how symptoms caused by an undiagnosed urinary tract infection (UTI) were mistaken for Alzheimer’s disease, leading to the prescription of the drug Haloperidol – which in turn caused life threatening side effects. It is crucial reading for anyone with elderly friends or relatives.
“Hell”operidol and Back
April 2010 … was a life changing... Read More | Share it now!
First published issue 3 of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (November 2011 – February 2012)
The Natural Health Products Bill has just passed its first reading in parliament.
Retiring Green MP Sue Kedgeley had the following to say about the bill: “It will set up a low risk regulatory scheme which is appropriate for the low risk nature of natural products; not a heavy handed regime…Before... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 29 Jan, 2012 | Health Freedom Reports
First published issue 3 of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (November 2011 – February 2012)
The Natural Health Products Bill has just passed its first reading in parliament.
Retiring Green MP Sue Kedgeley had the following to say about the bill: “It will set up a low risk regulatory scheme which is appropriate for the low risk nature of natural products; not a heavy handed regime…Before... Read More | Share it now!
(First published in the first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (August – November 2011)
Since our first issue there have been some significant developments that impact on our health freedom – both in New Zealand and internationally.
In NZ, the government has now officially responded to the Report of the Health Select Committee following its Inquiry into how to improve ... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 27 Jan, 2012 | Health Freedom Reports
(First published in the first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (August – November 2011)
Since our first issue there have been some significant developments that impact on our health freedom – both in New Zealand and internationally.
In NZ, the government has now officially responded to the Report of the Health Select Committee following its Inquiry into how to improve ... Read More | Share it now!
Health Freedom Report #1
(First published in the first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (May-July 2011)
We are fortunate in New Zealand to have the choice of a side range of over-the-counter nutritional supplements, herbal medicines and other health-promoting products. We also have to choice of being able to consult natural health practitioners who practise a wide range of modalities.
This... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 27 Jan, 2012 | Health Freedom Reports
Health Freedom Report #1
(First published in the first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine (May-July 2011)
We are fortunate in New Zealand to have the choice of a side range of over-the-counter nutritional supplements, herbal medicines and other health-promoting products. We also have to choice of being able to consult natural health practitioners who practise a wide range of modalities.
This... Read More | Share it now!
Site editor’s note. This guest article by naturopath Loula George discusses preconception care (also known as preconceptual care) as a way of improving parents’ health prior to pregnancy with the aim of having an enjoyable pregnancy and a healthy baby.
The article by Loula George was posted on this site in 2011. Since that time, new research has shown that exposure to microwave radiation to can... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 20 Dec, 2011 | Children's Health and Development, Women's Health |
Site editor’s note. This guest article by naturopath Loula George discusses preconception care (also known as preconceptual care) as a way of improving parents’ health prior to pregnancy with the aim of having an enjoyable pregnancy and a healthy baby.
The article by Loula George was posted on this site in 2011. Since that time, new research has shown that exposure to microwave radiation to can... Read More | Share it now!
The first contribution to this category is from Robert McGowan, an expert in rongoa Māori and author of the book Rongoa Māori: A practical guide to traditional Māori medicine. Robert McGowan also teaches rongoa Māori through Titoki Education. (See: http://www.titokieducation.co.nz/),
The impacts of the loss of biodiversity on the continuation of rongoā Māori (traditional Māori... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Traditional Māori Medicine (Rongoa)
The first contribution to this category is from Robert McGowan, an expert in rongoa Māori and author of the book Rongoa Māori: A practical guide to traditional Māori medicine. Robert McGowan also teaches rongoa Māori through Titoki Education. (See: http://www.titokieducation.co.nz/),
The impacts of the loss of biodiversity on the continuation of rongoā Māori (traditional Māori... Read More | Share it now!
Silenced Witnesses Vol. 2: The Parents’ Story: The Denial of Vaccine Damage by Government, Corporations and the Media
Written by the Parents, Edited by Martin J. Walker
290 pages, paperback, with index
Copyright Slingshot Publications
www.slingshotpublications.com
First published November 2009
ISBN: 978-0-9519646-6-8
12.95 (pounds)
Reviewed by Katherine Smith
“On the 17th May 1993 we received a card... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Book and DVD Reviews, Product Reviews |
Silenced Witnesses Vol. 2: The Parents’ Story: The Denial of Vaccine Damage by Government, Corporations and the Media
Written by the Parents, Edited by Martin J. Walker
290 pages, paperback, with index
Copyright Slingshot Publications
www.slingshotpublications.com
First published November 2009
ISBN: 978-0-9519646-6-8
12.95 (pounds)
Reviewed by Katherine Smith
“On the 17th May 1993 we received a card... Read More | Share it now!
When Barbara Pheloung’s second child – a cherished little girl called Karen – was born, Barbara had no idea that her daughter would become the catalyst in her professional life for the last thirty years; helping the 15-20% of the population who have learning disabilities of one kind or another learn to overcome their difficulties and begin thrive and fulfill their potential. Back when their daughter was... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Book and DVD Reviews, Product Reviews |
When Barbara Pheloung’s second child – a cherished little girl called Karen – was born, Barbara had no idea that her daughter would become the catalyst in her professional life for the last thirty years; helping the 15-20% of the population who have learning disabilities of one kind or another learn to overcome their difficulties and begin thrive and fulfill their potential. Back when their daughter was... Read More | Share it now!
If you would like to contribute a story, please contact the Editor at the Contact Us page.
Editor’s introduction: This article was contributed by Pam Brukx who shares her story of how she embarked on a quest to determine what was causing her chronic tinnitus – and the surprising conclusion she reached after years of carefully observing her condition and keeping a diary of her symptoms. Please note... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Reader's Stories |
If you would like to contribute a story, please contact the Editor at the Contact Us page.
Editor’s introduction: This article was contributed by Pam Brukx who shares her story of how she embarked on a quest to determine what was causing her chronic tinnitus – and the surprising conclusion she reached after years of carefully observing her condition and keeping a diary of her symptoms. Please note... Read More | Share it now!
By Rona Wang.
Editor’s introduction:
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient and sophisticated system of healing. TCM has its own theory of how the different systems of the body are interrelated. This theory allows different patterns of dysfunction to be identified and treated accordingly using acupuncture, herbal medicine or other means such as personalised dietary changes. For practitioners... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Traditional Chinese Medicine, Women's Health
By Rona Wang.
Editor’s introduction:
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient and sophisticated system of healing. TCM has its own theory of how the different systems of the body are interrelated. This theory allows different patterns of dysfunction to be identified and treated accordingly using acupuncture, herbal medicine or other means such as personalised dietary changes. For practitioners... Read More | Share it now!
By Katherine Smith.
Thermography offers women a breast screening technique that does not expose breast tissue to carcinogenic radiation, or uncomfortable (or downright painful) breast compression.
For just these two reasons alone it is an attractive option for women who want to avail themselves of technology that could potentially help to detect breast cancer at an early stage. In the case of... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Women's Health |
By Katherine Smith.
Thermography offers women a breast screening technique that does not expose breast tissue to carcinogenic radiation, or uncomfortable (or downright painful) breast compression.
For just these two reasons alone it is an attractive option for women who want to avail themselves of technology that could potentially help to detect breast cancer at an early stage. In the case of... Read More | Share it now!
Website editor’s note: This article was written in 2011 for issue 2 of The NZ Journal of Natural Medicine. This issue may be purchased from this link or in PDF form from our online shop at this link . All links were active at the time that this article was posted on the site but some may no longer be active. In cases in which references are made to the NZ Ministry of Health’s “Immunisation... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Children's Health and Development, Vaccination
Website editor’s note: This article was written in 2011 for issue 2 of The NZ Journal of Natural Medicine. This issue may be purchased from this link or in PDF form from our online shop at this link . All links were active at the time that this article was posted on the site but some may no longer be active. In cases in which references are made to the NZ Ministry of Health’s “Immunisation... Read More | Share it now!
Website editor’s note: The article below was posted in 2011. Since it was written, there have been significant changes to the websites of both IMAC and the NZ Ministry of Health. For this reason, links to pages on these websites which were correct at the time that the article was posted on this website may no longer be functional.
This article has been retained despite the fact that links to external... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Vaccination
Website editor’s note: The article below was posted in 2011. Since it was written, there have been significant changes to the websites of both IMAC and the NZ Ministry of Health. For this reason, links to pages on these websites which were correct at the time that the article was posted on this website may no longer be functional.
This article has been retained despite the fact that links to external... Read More | Share it now!
