(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!
By Lee-Anne McCall, Dip Hom (NZ).
Anything we have had an attachment to that is no longer in our lives or has sharply changed in form can bring up deep feelings of grief. This could be the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship once held dear or even the loss of finances and possession. Think of the child who is keenly feeling the absence of one of their parents after a separation. Grief can... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Children's Health and Development, Homeopathy
By Lee-Anne McCall, Dip Hom (NZ).
Anything we have had an attachment to that is no longer in our lives or has sharply changed in form can bring up deep feelings of grief. This could be the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship once held dear or even the loss of finances and possession. Think of the child who is keenly feeling the absence of one of their parents after a separation. Grief can... Read More | Share it now!
By Gwyneth Evans
Dr Isaac Golden was originally trained in economics and company finance. He started homeopathic practice in 1984, began teaching homeopathy in 1988 and in 1990 formed his own college of homeopathy. Dr Golden’s recent work has focused on homoeoprophylaxis – which is the use of homoeopathic medicines to prevent disease.
He began his homeoprophylaxis programme (HP) in 1985 and began his... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 3 Dec, 2011 | Homeopathy |
By Gwyneth Evans
Dr Isaac Golden was originally trained in economics and company finance. He started homeopathic practice in 1984, began teaching homeopathy in 1988 and in 1990 formed his own college of homeopathy. Dr Golden’s recent work has focused on homoeoprophylaxis – which is the use of homoeopathic medicines to prevent disease.
He began his homeoprophylaxis programme (HP) in 1985 and began his... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 26 Jul, 2011 | News |
In August, the second issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine will be available. In NZ, it should be on the shelves on August 2. (It will be another three weeks later that it will arrive in Australia.)
Below is your sneak preview of the cover.
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The official launch of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was held at the Grey Lynn Community Centre, 510 Richmond Rd, Auckland, New Zealand on Saturday, May 7th from 2 – 5.30pm.
Editors Jonathan Eisen and Katherine Smith spoke about the role that they hope The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine will play in empowering New Zealanders to live longer and healthier lives. Contributing editor... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 1 Apr, 2011 | News |
The official launch of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was held at the Grey Lynn Community Centre, 510 Richmond Rd, Auckland, New Zealand on Saturday, May 7th from 2 – 5.30pm.
Editors Jonathan Eisen and Katherine Smith spoke about the role that they hope The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine will play in empowering New Zealanders to live longer and healthier lives. Contributing editor... Read More | Share it now!
The first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine is now on sale.
We would like to thank everyone who has supported The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine thus far. We very much appreciate the support demonstrated by our foundation advertisers, writers, and the many people who have pre-ordered sample copies or subscriptions. (Subscriptions are $40.00 NZD for one year (4 issues) while a... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 1 Apr, 2011 | News |
The first issue of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine is now on sale.
We would like to thank everyone who has supported The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine thus far. We very much appreciate the support demonstrated by our foundation advertisers, writers, and the many people who have pre-ordered sample copies or subscriptions. (Subscriptions are $40.00 NZD for one year (4 issues) while a... Read More | Share it now!
Welcome to the website of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine. The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was launched in NZ on May 7, 2011. It is already on sale in NZ and will reach Australian stores by the end of May.
For author enquiries, please contact the editors Jonathan Eisen and Katherine Smith at jon@naturalmedicine.net.nz and katherine@naturalmedicine.net.nz
For advertising enquiries,... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 31 Jan, 2011 | News |
Welcome to the website of The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine. The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was launched in NZ on May 7, 2011. It is already on sale in NZ and will reach Australian stores by the end of May.
For author enquiries, please contact the editors Jonathan Eisen and Katherine Smith at jon@naturalmedicine.net.nz and katherine@naturalmedicine.net.nz
For advertising enquiries,... Read More | Share it now!
The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was launched in May 2011.
It is edited by Katherine Smith and Jonathan Eisen who together have 70 years of editing and publishing experience between them.
Jonathan Eisen is from New York City where he was an Senior Editor with Commonweal magazine, New American Library, and Pantheon Books, a division of Random House. He is the editor of 14 books, including best seller... Read More | Share it now!
by Katherine Smith | 31 Jan, 2011 | News
The New Zealand Journal of Natural Medicine was launched in May 2011.
It is edited by Katherine Smith and Jonathan Eisen who together have 70 years of editing and publishing experience between them.
Jonathan Eisen is from New York City where he was an Senior Editor with Commonweal magazine, New American Library, and Pantheon Books, a division of Random House. He is the editor of 14 books, including best seller... Read More | Share it now!
