Whats the Alternative.ie

04/10/2017

Understanding the difference between gluten intolerance and celiac disease has often resulted in heated debate. This is an article that scientist have explained the difference -
http://whatsthealternative.ie/1432-2/

Research into non-celiac gluten sensitivity — also known as gluten intolerance — increasingly is proving that you can get serious symptoms from gluten ingestion without having celiac disease.

07/06/2017

Series that travels the world to explore the industry secrets behind our favourite food

07/02/2017

An interesting article on diabetes and the importance of a very nutritious diet to support the immune system. https://www.unibas.ch/en/News-Events/News/Uni-Research/Every-Meal-Triggers-Inflammation.html?__s=fpefdbrisjsnhfo3yqn1

When we eat, we do not just take in nutrients – we also consume a significant quantity of bacteria. The body is faced with the challenge of simultaneously distributing the ingested glucose and fighting these bacteria. This triggers an inflammatory response that activates the immune systems of health...

27/01/2017

This is an interesting article about the reduced levels of vitamin d in This is an interesting article about the potential lack of Vitamin D in our bodies. Years ago we used to be outside at lot more than we are today.

Nearlyone in every eight people in Ireland is deficient in vitamin D - which is necessary for healthy bones in adults and children.

27/01/2017

Understanding the type of foods that are suitable for us as individuals, is vital for good health.

UCC researchers have developed a dietary method of combatting worry and anxiety

07/11/2016

The more that we understand about Gut health the more we realise that the quality of the food and the type of food we eat is crucial to good health. If you want to be tested for food intolerance we are doing case studies at reduced rates at the clinic in Bandon. So give us a call.

It sounds like science fiction, but it seems that bacteria within us — which outnumber our own cells about 100-fold — may very well be affecting...

31/10/2016

Food Intolerance Testing: In last Friday's Irish Examiners Feelgood supplement there is an article from Liz Earl about achieving good skin. In the article she says that in a survey 50% of the women had skin issues such as acne, eczema, rosacea or psoriasis. Food intolerances are a major player is skin conditions. At the clinic we look at intolerances through Iridology combined with Kinesiology food testing. Also - and so importantly - we also test for vitamins, herbs and supplements that support the body and the ultimately the skin. The clinic mobile is 0860773742 for more information or clinic on our website.
http://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/healthandlife/clodagh-finn-eating-your-way-to-glowing-skin-427653.html

WE can’t stop the clock when it comes to ageing, but we can certainly slow the ticking.

24/10/2016

Find out which foods suit and can benefit your health through Kinesiology testing. The results are known within the consultation so no waiting for results. Also are you over-loading on certain foods? Also are you lacking in minerals and vitamins? To learn more contact us.
http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-18353/9-inflammation-fighting-vitamins-minerals-and-where-you-can-get-em.html

Some vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants are particularly useful in our fight against inflammation. Here’s a list of some of the phytonutrients that should always be part of your life. 1. Vitamin

11/10/2016

Did you watch the Claire Byrne show on RTE concerning Childhood Obesity? Thank goodness for Dr Eva Orsmond being very vocal about reducing the intake of sugar in the diet. Children eat far too much sugar. Hidden sugars are also to be avoided in carbohydrate based products i.e bread, pizza, scones. If you feel you might be showing intolerances to carbohydrates and the diet you eat - come along and have a food intolerance test. In Kinesiology we can test which part of the body is being affected.
http://www.rte.ie/player/ie/show/claire-byrne-live-extras-30003215/10634222/

Kerry football legend Tomas O’Se wants to prevent our children becoming some of the fattest in Europe.

05/08/2016

How Methylation affects your health. What is methylation, methylation problems are commonplace due to food and environmental toxins, emotional trauma.

09/12/2015

If you have a child with eczema have a read of this article. Salcura Natural Skin Therapy products which are available here in Ireland at good health food shops and pharmacies.

EXCLUSIVE: More than a quarter of parents questioned by skincare company Salcura said their child’s eczema was so bad it had ruined their Christmas in the past.

09/12/2015

I am delighted when a product states what ingredients it 'doesn't have' within it. Consumers should be assisted in their right to buy the product they want and I really can't believe that they are frighted by 'free-from' claims.

‘Free-from claims are based on fear and should stop’ reads the headline of a report from Cosmetics Design Europe, which is drawn from remarks made by an industry panel at a recent In-Co…

11/11/2015

This is the new thinking of why we get disease. Read the book 'Follow your Gut' by Rob Knight and you will look at disease so differently. The video attached this article is very good.

Anxious mice calm down when they get an infusion of gut microbes from mellow mice. That has scientists wondering if gut microbes play a role in the human brain, too. Research on that is only just beginning. But it's intriguing to think there could be a real truth to the phrase "gut feelings."

14/10/2015

We often forget that the skin is porous and is not selective - so beneficial ingredients can be absorbed by the skin and so can dangerous compounds.

Clean up your skin care. Switch to Lavera.

17/11/2014

A big thank you to all who came to the Irish Skin Foundation show and wanted to talk about how natural medicine can help skin conditions. Big thank you to William - in the photo - for helping us on the Salcura natural skincare stand.

12/11/2014

Do you suffer with a skin condition? The Irish Skin Foundation are hosting an event. Lectures on skin conditions by experts plus information stands and a nurses clinic. We shall be on the Salcura Skincare stand so come and say hello.
Saturday 15th November,10am – 1pm in the Kingsley Hotel, Victoria Cross, Cork city and visit the information stands.

FREE Admission and FREE Parking

27/11/2013

I really like this article letting your go grey naturally. Its not for everyone but is it fashionable? Yes just look at some of the superstars that have grey hair - see this article http://felicitybe.com/grey-hair-tres-chic/

Letting your hair be naturally grey is so fashionable now, but there beware of pitfalls. See our tips is being grey and gorgerous