It has happened. President Jacob Zuma has signed the Medicines and Related Substances Amendment Bill 6 of 2014 into law in terms of section 84(2) of the Constitution. This new Act creates a new legal framework for the Medicines Control Council (MCC) to be scrapped, and for the establishment of a new South African Health Products [sic] Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), similar … [Read more...]
Natural Medicines Part 2: Storm brewing in the medicine pot
Will the complementary medicines which practitioners currently use for their patients continue to be available after the new government regulations have become law? This is an issue which many are wrestling with – and something which concerns users and dispensers alike, as we are all likely to be affected. Last week the Registrar of The Allied Health Professions Council of … [Read more...]
Fight for your right to natural health
Our rights to natural health are under threat in this country. This since the Department of Health, during November 2013, passed new regulations to control complementary medicines in the same way as pharmaceutical drugs. In response the Natural Health Alliance was formed last month, chaired by Dr Bernard Brom (photograph on the right)), an Integrative Doctor, who has used … [Read more...]
True food enlivens body and soul
I was privileged to meet the creater and owner of Organic at Heart, “a true food restaurant” in Plumstead, where we recently enjoyed a great staff meeting. If you look at the menu and notice that they cater for wheat free, sugar free, gluten free, raw, vegetarian and vegan eaters, it’s obvious that the woman behind this initiative knows her health science. But little did I … [Read more...]
Natural fix for family health – Part 1
I believe that mothers are born natural healers. Intuition led us for millions of years to care for our young and look after their health. That’s why we are normally the first to notice when one of our family is off colour. I once had a relatively conscious GP – a rare breed in South Africa. He told me long ago: “The most important thing a medical student can learn in … [Read more...]
Protect your skin, protect the earth
Just Pure is defined by the company founder’s identity as a mother, a daughter and a woman passionate about all things natural. Tamsin Koen launched Just Pure in November 2007, driven by her desire to develop a South African range of pure and natural skin and body care, that was affordable enough to nurture the entire family and was as kind to the environment as … [Read more...]
Allow nature to take care, naturally
Jean Franklin has worked extensively for many years in the cosmetic industry but eventually realised there was a need for chemical free products after hearing continuous complaints relating to skin allergies and skin sensitivity which are on the increase! That was six years ago when she got to work with an experienced research and development team and developed HerbAfrique, … [Read more...]
What is hayfever?
Any dis-ease or disorder in the body is caused by internal or external stressors which come from many sources such as toxicity, trauma, pathogens, emotional factors (fear, anxiety, anger), pollution, poor nutrition, heredity factors, poor living conditions, lifestyle issues, lack of sleep, overwork, stress and environmental changes (temperature, altitude, damp, dryness, etc.) … [Read more...]
Remedies to consider at exam time
The symptoms of stress are caused by the hormone adrenaline which prepares the body for the flight and fight reaction - a certain amount of which is beneficial and assists us in "winning the race". However, it may also bring on negative feelings, emotions and even physical symptoms which may include anxiety, apprehension or nervous dread, brain fog, weak memory, fear, anger or … [Read more...]
Homeopathy 4: nux vom – the remedy for modern living
Nux Vom comes from the poison nut tree in the Far East. It is a major homeopathic polychrest remedy - one of many uses. In today's fast-paced society, there are many men and women who benefit enormously from this remedy. Nux Vom is often called the workaholic's or 21st century remedy, and is especially suited to someone with a 'Type A' personality. In homeopathy we name a … [Read more...]
Homeopathy 3: every headache is different
A headache is generally understood as a pain somewhere on the head, and most people turn to a 'one size-fits-all' medication for help, such as paracetamol, aspirin, codein or brufen, regardless of the nature of the headache. Homeopathy recognises that there are hundreds of different types of headaches. When choosing a remedy, it is important to consider the location, … [Read more...]
Homeopathy 2: No sniffles this winter with natural remedies
Many people struggle with colds and flu during the winter months. This is unnecessary, if you know how to naturally boost your body's own defence mechanisms to keep you healthy and strong. Micro-organisms live inside and around us all the time. Yet when your body is strong, they won't harm you. Your body's own defence mechanism, your immune system, will keep you well. … [Read more...]
Homeopathy 1: A remedy for mothers everywhere
This is the first part of our new series on using homoepathy for everyday domestic aches and pains. Since raising 5 children on homeopathy and becoming a registered homeopath in England, Genie Rowson is on a mission to share this knowledge with everyone keen to find more gentle and powerful healing for their families. After bad experiences with children on and off antibiotics, … [Read more...]
