Lifestyle, Nutrition & Natural Medicine Centre

26/04/2022

Struggling to set goals?
Whether it is for exercise, food, study, work etc. - the basics are still .... S.M.A.R.T. !

S = Specific
M = Measurable
A = Attainable / Achievable
R = Relevant / Realistic
T = Time-based

Contact the Natural Medicine Centre if you need assitance in helping you with setting HEALTH goals that are ...

1) Specific: to YOU (individualised)

2) Measurable: through SYMPTOMS tracking and various TESTS (Blood, Urine, Stool etc.)

3) Attainable: through sensible steady steps in the "right" direction for YOU

4) Time-related: no goal is effective if there no time limit or end-point established

14/11/2020

NOV 14th = WORLD DIABETES AWARENESS DAY

In an article published in the BCM Journal - findings revealed that kombucha tea administration induced attractive curative effects on diabetic rats, particularly in terms of liver-kidney functions. Kombucha tea can, therefore, be considered as a potential strong candidate for future application as a functional supplement for the treatment and prevention of diabetes.
https://bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1472-6882-12-63

Diabetes has become a serious health problem and a major risk factor associated with troublesome health complications, such as metabolism disorders and liver-kidney dysfunctions. The inadequacies associated with conventional medicines have led to a determined search for alternative natural therapeut...

09/11/2020

We are now stocking WILLOW PRODUCTS...
Message or Phone for more information.

22/10/2020

We generally underestimate the importance of healing - whether it’s emotional or mental or physical, healing is important to give rest to our bodies and our souls as well. During times of healing, we also get the chance to take advantage of this time to examine new and unexpected opportunities and insights that can arise, and can oftentimes change our lives for the better. 💚
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07/09/2020

17/07/2020

Immune support during Winter and a pandemic should be priority for all!

* Consume healthy foods & drinks
+ plant-based predominately (fibre, veggies and low-GI fruit)
+ plenty of warm water with lemon and ginger etc.
X Avoid - processed and sugary foods & drinks
* Eat extra garlic and onion
* Eat Vit C-rich foods (EG: guava)
* Supplement with extra Vit C - ascorbic acid, liposomal or Ester
* A Vit D supplement is probably also needed and supplement with 2000-5000iu daily (blood test is recommended)
* Eat Zinc-rich foods EG: fresh fish, chicken or if vegan consume h**p seeds, lentils, firm tofu etc.
* Take a Zinc supplement (20-40mg/day) - more is not always better but esp. if not eating much zinc-rich foods.
* Take immune supporting herbals / botanicals EG: Echinacea, Olive leaf extract and Astragalus

Contact us for more info and product support
021 531 3589

15/06/2020

ZINC is critical for healing tissues (esp. mucous membranes), gene expression, and building proteins. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory as well as an anti-oxidant mineral supporting your immune system. It is necessary for almost 100 enzymes to carry out vital catabolic chemical reactions in the human body.

FOOD SOURCES:
Oysters, red meat, and poultry
Legumes, nuts (like cashews and almonds)
Seeds (like pumpkin and flaxseeds)
Whole grains
Nutritional yeast is a good source of zinc for vegans and vegetarians

SUPPLEMENTS allow for convenient intake - especially for those avoiding grains, seafood and legumes.

FORMS: Bis-glycinate, Amino acid chelate, Picolinate, Ascorbate, Acetate, Citrate, Gluconate, Sulphate, Carbonate

EXCESS zinc can interfere with the absorption of iron and copper and may also cause nausea and even vomiting - so MORE is not always BETTER!

Contact LNNMC for more information about ZINC in your nutritional programme or as a supplement.

18/05/2020

Probiotics for Gut Health and Beyond

Go with Your Gut: A Guide to Probiotics

https://blog.metagenics.com/post/2018/10/08/probiotics-for-gut-health-and-beyond/

Gastrointestinal Health, General Wellness Probiotics for Gut Health and Beyond Go with Your Gut: A Guide to Probiotics In recent years, the number of gut-related doctor visits has been as high as 30 million annually.1 And more and more people are turning to probiotics to help support gastrointestina...

11/05/2020

Useful FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE information for supporting your immune system and preventing infections - especially as we head into Winter here in the Southern hemisphere.
Please contact us if you are needing any support.








https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/boosting-immunity-functional-medicine-tips-prevention-immunity-boosting-covid-19-coronavirus-outbreak/

With the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus disease in the news, The Institute for Functional Medicine would like to remind you that there are several steps you can take to reduce your chances of being exposed to respiratory viruses and to boost your immunity in the event of exposure. The following....

01/05/2020

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The 5G Crisis Summit is online and FREE from June 1-7, 2020

24/04/2020

Please wear your masks safely!
You need to DON (put on) and DOFF (remove) correctly, for your mask to be most effective.
Watch a friend and colleague - Prof Mark Mendelson - demonstrating how to use a face mask safely.
He is Head of Infectious Diseases Division at UCT, Groote Schuur Hospital

//youtu.be/sotSDf4N1Ug

What constitutes an effective cloth mask? How should we put it on, and take it off? Professor Marc Mendelson, UCT, gives direction.

17/04/2020

Immune system health is so important as we try to prevent and fight off the threat of this rampant viral infection, BUT it is critical to remember that HYPER dosing of oral supplements is NOT the best and safest option! In fact you can cause your body's natural / innate immune system to not react as it should to the threat, and then have a more severe negative reaction!

Please be cautious and seek reliable professional help when choosing and dosing your supplements. Googling it is not enough!!

1) FOOD / NUTRITION as medicine!
*** Mostly raw PLANT FOOD !! ***
2) Supplement wisely (unique to your needs) - to support and fill the gaps in your nutrition - especially if you know you genetic variants that need specific support!
3) Avoid known toxins, stress and other "preventable" strains on your immune system!
4) Exercise gently & regularly, abdominal breathing & drink clean water

14/04/2020

A FREE online SUMMIT you may be interested in
Discover Fluid Motion as Medicine for your Body & Mind
27th April - 1st May 2020



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23/03/2020

If you HAVE to go out - please be considerate of EVERYONE - especially health practitioners who are working with the elderly and immune compromised patients!!

19/03/2020

To all our existing clients - please note we do still have limited stock of some immune supporting and herbal anti-viral natural medication and supplements.
We are requesting a phone in order - and then a pick-up and go service at the front door, or a “drive by” collection for those who are in isolation/ quarantine
Please call 021 531 3589
Or 082 4570807 for more info

CAUTION: Please consult your health practitioner before self-medicating

**Please note**
Due to high demand and investment - we request immediate account settlement.
Cash, EFT, credit card and snap scan are available as usual.

09/03/2020

GOLDEN IMMUNE TONIC
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*INGREDIENTS*
🍋 2 small fresh lemons (~1/2 cup)
Wash the lemons in warm water and vinegar to remove any wax from the skin - or use organic if possible (cut into large chunks WITH the skin on)
🍋 1/2 cup fresh ginger (peeled & cut into chunks)
🍋 1/2 cup fresh garlic cloves (peeled)
🍋 1/4 cup raw honey – organic & local if possible
🍋 1 heaped tablespoon Turmeric powder (non-GMO)
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*METHOD*
🔹 Add all ingredients into a blender
🔹 Pulse for a few seconds until everything turns into a golden paste.
🔹 Pour/scoop the mixture to a well cleaned sealable jar.
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*INSTRUCTIONS*
* Take 1 tsp 2 x day as a preventative tonic
OR
* Take 1 tsp every 3 hours during acute stage of illness / infection
** STORE IN A GLASS CONTAINER IN THE FRIDGE
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NOTES:
* This tonic mix is great for viral, bacterial and yeast/fungal infections!
* These ingredients work synergistically and have a greater anti-microbial effect than when used separately!
* This tonic contains not only the juice but also the fiber from the whole botanicals, which makes it very beneficial for your gut microbiota.
* It does go bitter from the white pith of the lemon - but this bitterness is what can make it so effective - so block your nose and JUST DO IT!
* For children who struggle with the bitterness - remove most of the pith and add some scraping of the skin / zest before pulsing in the blender.
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NOTE: This is for information purposes only and not meant as medical advice. Please see your registered Naturopath or health practitioner for more information.

09/03/2020

Supporting your body as Winter starts approaching here in the southern hemisphere AND and in light of some nasty viruses causing havoc in the world - it is wise to 1) eat a healthy diet rich in plant sources and avoid all processed foods
Drink clean water and top-up with a few good quality supplements:
🌿 Vit C & Zinc
🌿 Botanicals like: Olive leaf extract, Echinacea, Astragalus, Pelargonium
🌿 Plus top-up your gut microbiome with a varied species Probiotic supplement

Contact the LNNMC for more information
+27 21 5313589