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Eating high-quality food is fundamental to providing good nutrition for the body. It is essential to ensure that food contains the maximum possible quantity of phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals. This…
Children with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) are easily distracted and cannot focus on an auditory task for very long. The more challenging the acoustic
Research on the health risks from exposure to environmental toxins is increasingly common. However, a cleaner home environment may be just as important as the
Leaky Gut Syndrome is one of many diseases that results from chronic inflammation. Poor gut health and inflammatory bowel diseases can be significant causes Gut
There is now significant evidence that too much screen time has negative effects on young children. How old were your children when they started watching
Ear infections are often a challenge for children and families alike. There are many causes – and fortunately a number of good solutions that can
What we now know about Arsenic in Rice has developed a lot with recent studies. Dr Leila Mason shares important information here, especially about how
You have likely heard about the dangers of calcium or even magnesium deficiency, but zinc deficiency not so much. This leads many people to believe
Leaky Gut Syndrome, as well as other digestive conditions, can go easily undiagnosed, but not so easily ignored. The right food for leaky gut can
What is Mitochondrial Disease? Think of a cell. Then expand that cell and peer inside until you are looking at the microscopic organelles that make
For the past few years, the topics of mental health, emotional health and psychological well-being have received some much-needed attention. The Gut-Brain axis is now
Brain inflammation has been linked to long-term neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia, so it’s important to understand the link between diet and brain health. When
The bad news is that eczema is increasingly common and makes children miserable – they don’t sleep well, they itch, they suffer, and they become
Magnesium deficiency can account for those minor health conditions you may sometimes experience. It can be one possible reason for your symptoms and, if ignored,
Looking to improve digestion is a great way to start any health program, as you may be surprised to learn that digestive issues are not
The Gut-Brain Axis builds on the idea that our gut influences our neurobiology – heal the gut for good brain health. This axis involves chemical signals that
At least 1 in 5 people suffer from Allergies; most suffer from more than one allergic condition at the same time. The U.S., Australia and
Sound and listening training is now recognized as a powerful method of neuroscience that can impact on learning and emotional development. The Tomatis Method has
No matter how healthy your diet or lifestyle may be, there are many toxic ingredients commonly added to foods that attack your gut health. And
Healthy eating promotes your health from the inside out; and, this is especially evident when it comes to Candida overgrowth. It is essential to understand
We need good energy! Everything we do requires energy – running, walking, sleeping, thinking, eating, and yes, even sleeping. We get that from our food,
Rob Santich is a practising Naturopath specialising in Energy Medicine, Herbal Medicine and Paediatrics. He is the co-author of the recently published authoritative text, Healthy
The usual way to detect Autism is by observing behaviour and through psychological assessments. However, there has been an increasing amount of research that validates
Here are five of the top functional neurology questions from practitioners that will be answered during Dr Brock’s Masterclass. Dr Brandon Brock is a Certified Chiropractor, Family Nurse
Pyroluria/Pyrroles disorder is a genetic and biochemical imbalance affecting the haemoglobin pathway. This biochemical imbalance results in higher than normal excretion of the essential nutrients
There are a few tell-tale signs that a child is suffering from constipation. Unfinished Business on the Toilet Apart from the obvious discomfort, they will
Childhood constipation is a very frequent condition. However, the good news is that there are lots of practical ways to help your child develop healthy
Dr Leila Masson is an integrative paediatrician who combines Western medicine with a nutritional, environmental and biomedical approach in her practice helping to alleviate Challenges
It is estimated that the global prevalence of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is 11% in many populations. And it’s SIBO that may be responsible. Dr. Nirala
The Gut Flora–Disease Connection There has been an increasing amount of talk about the connection between our healthy gut flora and disease. Dr Leila Masson
Have you heard of Casein Sensitivity? Casein is the major protein found in cow’s milk, and for some, it is a problem. Dairy consumption worldwide
Evidence on the damaging effect of gluten on the brain is mounting, and conditions like gluten ataxia are becoming more recognised. Gluten ataxia is not a new condition and research…
Gluten Sensitivity is a term that is being heard more and more. However, what exactly does it mean? And what are the implications of being sensitive to gluten? Celiac disease…
A preliminary study published in the esteemed international medical journal, Nature Medicine, has shown that it is possible to partially restore the microbiota of infants born by C-section 1. The…
Think Zinc – vital for the health of your child What do children with acne; recurrent ear and chest infections; irritability and a poor appetite have in common? They may…
Dr Leila Mason on how OCD can result from a sore throat In my practice I regularly see children who have all of a sudden become very anxious. They present…
I recently had the pleasure of attending the Mindd forum and was inspired by one of the keynote speakers, Dr Kelly Brogan, who, whilst not focusing on TCM had much…
Paediatrician Dr Leila Mason on the importance of Magnesium (Mg). Up to 60% of Australians, Americans and Europeans are deficient in Magnesium, a mineral that is essential for so many…
Developmental Disorders are becoming more common. Medical Scientist and Naturopath Annalies Corse has some sound advice. “Sometimes, real superheroes live in the hearts of small children fighting big battles”- Autism Spectrum…
We live in a toxic world, and our children are being exposed to far more environmental chemicals, including BPA plastic than we were when we were young. The more you…
What is Preconception Care? Preconception care is crucial and often greatly underestimated step in preparing to conceive a baby. It is an opportunity for you and your partner to improve…
Neurological Conditions and Childhood Neurological Conditions, in particular, are disorders of both the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and peripheral nervous system (all body nerves). This collection of conditions is so vast,…
Anyone who has studied the immune system in depth has a deep appreciation of the intricacies, complexities and vast functions of this defensive network of protective structures and processes. It…
In Part One of this article, the breadth of Metabolic Disorders was discussed. The important take away points from Part One include the following: Metabolism is the sum total of…
Teenagers and young adults are facing an epidemic of anxiety. 25% of American 13 to 18-year-olds suffer from anxiety and in Australia, a study from 2008 showed that 15.4% of…
Question anyone on the concept of metabolism, and you will surely receive responses supporting that everyone knows about it. Young children learn of its existence at school; science students worldwide…
In an ideal world, people everywhere would be able to obtain the nutrition they require from diet alone without Supplements. So many factors (no matter what country you live in)…
Pyroluria is a condition known by many different names including Pyrrole Disorder, Mauve Factor and the older, now unused, names Kryptopyrroluria and Malvaria. It is described as being a metabolic…
