Dr Rokaya Ismail

Dr Rokaya Ismail Ethnomedical Doctor with a Keen Interest in Geriatric Care ,Gut Health,Metabolic Syndrome,Anxiety.

This myth frustrates me because it dismisses thousands of years of healing wisdom! Did you know aspirin comes from willo...
11/10/2025

This myth frustrates me because it dismisses thousands of years of healing wisdom! Did you know aspirin comes from willow bark, digitalis (heart medication) from foxglove, and many cancer drugs from plant sources? Modern pharmacology literally began by studying traditional plant medicines.

What ethno medicine does is apply scientific methodology to understand WHY traditional remedies work. When I analyse your blood or recommend herbal treatments, it's based on both ancestral knowledge AND modern understanding of biochemistry. The two complement each other beautifully!

This is one of the simplest diagnostic tools I teach my patients! Your tongue is like a window into your internal health...
03/10/2025

This is one of the simplest diagnostic tools I teach my patients! Your tongue is like a window into your internal health. In traditional medicine, we've used tongue diagnosis for centuries because it reveals so much about your circulation, digestion, and overall vitality.

A healthy tongue should be pink with a thin white coating. Changes in colour, texture, or coating can indicate everything from nutritional deficiencies to digestive issues. It's amazing what your body tells you if you know how to look!

Next time you brush your teeth, take a moment to really observe your tongue - your body might be trying to tell you something important.

21/09/2025

Celebrating my 9th year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

This is probably the most common question I receive about acupuncture! The science is actually quite fascinating - when ...
04/09/2025

This is probably the most common question I receive about acupuncture! The science is actually quite fascinating - when we insert those fine needles at specific points, we're stimulating nerve fibres that send signals to your brain to release endorphins and other natural pain-relieving chemicals.

It's not just "in your head" - there's real physiological change happening. Modern research has shown acupuncture's effectiveness for conditions like chronic pain, migraines, and even anxiety. Combined with traditional Chinese medicine principles, it's a powerful tool for restoring balance in your body's energy systems.

Your body speaks a language of symptoms, energy patterns, and healing signals. At Natural Health Clinic, Dr Rokaya Ismai...
26/08/2025

Your body speaks a language of symptoms, energy patterns, and healing signals. At Natural Health Clinic, Dr Rokaya Ismail fluently translates this ancient dialogue.

Through live blood analysis, we witness your cellular stories unfolding. Iridology reveals what your eyes quietly whisper about your health, whilst acupuncture harmonises energy pathways your body intuitively knows.

Cupping therapy draws out stagnation, allowing natural healing flows to resume. Myofascial sports therapy releases tension patterns your muscles have memorised, and ethnopsychology addresses the deeper connections between mind and body.

Your body's wisdom is profound - it remembers how to heal, regenerate, and thrive. Sometimes it simply needs gentle guidance to rediscover these innate abilities.

We don't impose solutions; we partner with your body's intelligence, using time-honoured therapies that support natural healing processes.

Discover what your body is telling you🍃

e: drrokayaismail@naturalhealth.org.za
p: +27832928992
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📍18 Collis Road, Clare Estate

Today we honour the 20,000 women who stood against injustice. Their courage echoes in every woman who dares to dream, le...
09/08/2025

Today we honour the 20,000 women who stood against injustice. Their courage echoes in every woman who dares to dream, lead, and change the world.

From the Union Buildings to boardrooms, from classrooms to clinics - South African women continue to break barriers and build bridges.

JOHANNESBURGHPCSA CPD accredited course35 pointsPPB004-MD1000-0076-7-2025Course Title: Functional Movement Assessment an...
08/08/2025

JOHANNESBURG

HPCSA CPD accredited course
35 points
PPB004-MD1000-0076-7-2025

Course Title: Functional Movement Assessment and Clinical Application

Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of functional movement assessment techniques and their clinical applications in identifying and working to improve musculoskeletal and other disorders. Students will learn to evaluate movement patterns using evidence-based tools and methods, with a focus on identifying dysfunctional patterns that may lead to injury or impair optimal performance. The course will cover key concepts of movement science, including joint mobility, muscular strength, and coordination.

Clinical application of these assessments will be emphasized, enabling students to develop individualized rehabilitation programs based on comprehensive movement screenings. Topics include the assessment of posture, gait, and functional tasks, as well as strategies for correcting movement deficiencies. Students will gain hands-on experience through practical sessions and case study discussions, equipping them to apply these skills effectively in clinical settings.

Upon completion, participants will have the knowledge to conduct thorough movement assessments, interpret findings, and implement appropriate interventions to improve client outcomes and enhance functional performance in diverse populations.

This will be an intensive 6 day course covering close to 100 different assessments!

Please get in touch soon to book your seat.
082 645 6489
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You asked, Dr. Ismail answers! 🎯
30/07/2025

You asked, Dr. Ismail answers! 🎯

As a Certified Hypnotherapist, I the powerful tool of hypnotherapy to access your subconscious mind—where limiting belie...
21/07/2025

As a Certified Hypnotherapist, I the powerful tool of hypnotherapy to access your subconscious mind—where limiting beliefs, trauma, and habit patterns reside.

Contrary to popular misconception, you remain in control during hypnosis. The relaxed state simply allows positive suggestions to bypass conscious resistance, creating lasting change.

Effective for anxiety, phobias, smoking cessation, weight management, and more!

e: drrokayaismail@naturalhealth.org.za
p: +27832928992
w: https://naturalhealth.org.za/

📍18 Collis Road, Clare Estate

21/07/2025

All blue-eyed people alive today come from a single individual who lived 10,000 years ago.

Scientists discovered this after identifying a genetic mutation in the OCA2 gene, which is responsible for eye color.

This mutation doesn’t completely turn off the gene but rather limits its function, reducing the amount of melanin in the iris and resulting in blue eyes. Before this mutation, everyone had brown eyes. The uniformity of the mutation across all blue-eyed individuals suggests they share a common ancestor who first carried this trait.

The research underscores how a single genetic event can lead to a striking, widespread trait in humans. It also highlights our shared genetic heritage—reminding us that even seemingly rare features often have a common origin. While eye color might seem like a minor detail, discoveries like this offer valuable insights into human evolution, migration patterns, and the interconnectedness of populations across time.

Source: Eiberg, H. et al. (2008). Blue eye color in humans may be caused by a perfectly associated founder mutation in a regulatory element located within the HERC2 gene inhibiting OCA2 expression. Human Genetics, 123(2), 177–187.

15/07/2025

Brain scans show psilocybin obliterates your neural fingerprint.

The effect is so profound that individuals become indistinguishable.

What’s more, changes in neural wiring can be detected for weeks.

Using a technique called precision functional mapping, researchers at Washington University in St. Louis scanned the brains of seven adults before, during, and for up to three weeks after psilocybin administration, comparing the results with scans taken after a methylphenidate (Ritalin) control.

They found that psilocybin dramatically desynchronized functional networks—especially the Default Mode Network (DMN), which is tied to self‑reflection and memory—so completely during the trip that individual brains became indistinguishable.

Siegel, J. S., et al. (2024). Psilocybin desynchronizes the human brain. Nature.

15/07/2025

A new injection treats 15 cancers in minutes.

And England is now offering the injection.

In a major advancement for cancer care, England has become the first country in Europe to offer an injectable version of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo), dramatically reducing treatment time for thousands of patients.

Traditionally delivered via a one-hour IV drip, the new injection takes just three to five minutes to administer and is approved for use in treating up to 15 types of cancer, including lung, bowel, and skin cancers. The shift is expected to benefit 15,000 patients annually while saving hospitals more than a full year’s worth of treatment time in total.

Approved by the UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the injectable form retains the same cancer-fighting power by helping the immune system target malignant cells. The change marks a major step in the NHS’s push to modernize cancer care, making life-saving treatment faster and more accessible. Experts view this as a promising sign of a “golden age” in cancer innovation, calling for sustained public investment and policy support to keep pace with emerging breakthroughs.

Boseley, S. (2025, April 30). Cancer patients in England to be first in Europe to be offered immunotherapy jab. The Guardian.

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