Naturopathic Health Care Centre

Naturopathic Health Care Centre Homeopathic & Chiropractic Practice in Hazelwood
We aim to share information about alternative and complementary medicine

25/02/2026

All migraines are headaches, but not all headaches are migraines.

1. Headache (General Head Pain)

What it feels like:
- Dull, aching pain
- Pressure or tight band around the head
- Usually on both sides
- Mild to moderate intensity

Common causes:
- Stress
- Dehydration
- Muscle tension (neck/shoulders)
- Lack of sleep
- Skipped meals
- Eye strain

Other symptoms:
- Usually no nausea
- Light and sound typically don’t make it much worse
- You can usually function normally

The most common type is a tension headache.

2. Migraine (Neurological Condition)

What it feels like:
- Moderate to severe pain
- Often throbbing or pulsating
- Usually on one side of the head
- Worse with movement

Common symptoms:
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)
- Sometimes visual changes (called an aura) like:
* Flashing lights
* Zigzag lines
* Blind spots

Duration:
- 4 hours to 72 hours
- Can be disabling

Triggers:
- Hormonal changes
- Certain foods (chocolate, red wine, aged cheese)
- Lack of sleep
- Stress (or stress release)
- Strong smells

13/02/2026

POV: You work at a healthcare centre so you basically wear the same outfit as your colleagues on repeat…

13/02/2026

A randomised controlled trial by Tuchin, Pollard & Bonello (2000) investigated whether chiropractic care could help people suffering from migraines.
In the study, 127 participants received either chiropractic treatment or sham electrotherapy over two months, while keeping a migraine diary. Those who received chiropractic care showed improvements in migraine frequency, duration, disability, and medication use compared to sham electrotherapy.

This information is shared for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice.

Source:
Tuchin, P.J., Pollard, H. and Bonello, R. (2000). A randomized controlled trial of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy for migraine. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, [online] 23(2), pp.91–95. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/s0161-4754(00)90073-3.

04/02/2026

NO ONE WAS HURT DURING THE MAKING OF THIS VIDEO…

Chiropractic care helps more than just sore backs.
It supports joints, posture, movement, and nervous system function—safely and effectively.

It may look intense and scary, but it’s carefully controlled and tailored to each person.

Chiropractic care is for all ages from babies to grannies and everyone in between.

03/02/2026

The thyroid is the body’s metabolic control centre

It influences energy, weight, mood, heart rate, digestion and temperature.

When we assess thyroid health, we don’t look at TSH alone — a proper picture includes TSH, Free T4, Free T3, and where needed thyroid antibodies.

Optimal thyroid function isn’t just about “normal” ranges, but about how well the body is actually functioning.

30/01/2026

Common Menopause Myths (Busted)

❌ Myth: “Menopause only happens in your 50s”
✅ Reality: Perimenopause can start in your late 30s or 40s, sometimes earlier. Many women struggle for years before realizing what’s happening.

❌ Myth: “You just have to suffer through it”
✅ Reality: Support exists. Lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, nervous system support, movement, nutrition, and holistic care can all play a role.
Suffering is not a requirement.

❌ Myth: “It’s all in your head”
✅ Reality: Hormonal changes have real physical effects on the brain and nervous system. Mood shifts and anxiety are biological — not weakness.

❌ Myth: “Once menopause starts, it’s over quickly”
✅ Reality: Perimenopause can last 7–10 years. Menopause is a transition, not a moment.

❌ Myth: “Menopause means the end of vitality”
✅ Reality: Many women report feeling stronger, clearer, and more confident on the other side — especially when supported properly.

29/01/2026

3 Questions parents ask about paediatric chiropractic:

Is chiropractic care safe?

Yes! A survey by Safer Care Victoria found no complaints or serious harm in children under 12 receiving chiropractic care. Another study (Miller et al., 2019) found that 90% of parents were very satisfied (8/10 or higher), and only about 5% reported minor, short-lived side effects, such as brief crying or a temporary decrease in appetite.

Is it the same technique as for adults?

No, it is very different. The techniques are adjusted to suit the different physiologies of each age. One of the ways that it is adjusted is the amount of force that is used; it uses much less force for a baby than for an adult.

From what age can I bring my baby to the chiro?

From any age! In fact, a survey of chiropractors in Canada found that almost 35% of their patients were between 0 and 6 months old

Chiropractic care for children should always be individualised and provided by a qualified practitioner with appropriate paediatric training. This information is shared for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Parents are encouraged to discuss their child’s specific needs with a registered healthcare professional.



Sources:

Doucet, C., Dubuc, É., Imbeau, C., Pohlman, K.A. and Blanchette, M.-A. (2022). Chiropractic pediatric patient management and interdisciplinary collaboration: A descriptive cross-sectional study of chiropractors in Quebec. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, 30(1). doi:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-022-00464-y.
Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics : Editorial . https://jccponline.com/Hawk-Editorial.html.

Miller, J.E. et al. (2019) 'Maternal Report of Outcomes of Chiropractic care for infants,' Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 42(3), pp. 167–176. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmpt.2018.10.005.

16/01/2026

Following our previous video where we listed the 4 major symptoms of perimenopause, we would like to give you the tools to deal with those symptoms.

Here are 4 major lifestyle changes that could help ease your symptoms.

Try them out yourself and let us know if these changes have made your life a bit easier!

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08/01/2026

Perimenopause isn’t “all in your head”.

Here are 4 major symptoms many women experience—and no one warns us about them.
If this made you feel seen, you’re not alone 🫶🏼

Save this reel & share it with a friend who needs to hear this.

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Metabolic syndrome is the body's way of saying that it is struggling to handle its energy and inflammation properly and ...
11/12/2025

Metabolic syndrome is the body's way of saying that it is struggling to handle its energy and inflammation properly and is characterized by the presence of high blood pressure, high blood sugar or insulin, high triglycerides or cholesterol, and high weight.

There is a strong, well-studied link between hormonal changes in perimenopause and the development of metabolic syndrome. In fact, perimenopause is one of the times in a woman’s life where metabolic risk increases the fastest—even if lifestyle hasn’t changed.

1. Progesterone falls and leads to higher Cortisol & Blood Sugar Instability

Perimenopause begins with progesterone dropping first, long before estrogen becomes low.
Low progesterone leads to:
- poor sleep
- higher nighttime cortisol
- blood sugar swings
- increased hunger
- anxiety (drives emotional eating)
Cortisol increases insulin resistance, especially around the abdomen.

2. Estrogen fluctuates during peri menopause and this leads to insulin resistance and belly fat

Estrogen has a powerful effect on metabolic health.
Healthy estrogen levels help:
- keep insulin sensitivity high
- protect against belly fat
- maintain healthy cholesterol
- reduce inflammation

During perimenopause, estrogen becomes chaotic—high some days, low other days.
Low estrogen periods cause:
- reduced insulin sensitivity
- increased visceral fat storage
- higher fasting glucose
- higher triglycerides
- impaired muscle uptake of glucose

High estrogen spikes can cause:
- cravings
- fluid retention
- inflammation

3. Loss of estrogen’s protection leads to more belly fat

Once estrogen drops more consistently, the body shifts its fat storage pattern from hips and thighs to abdomen (visceral fat)

Visceral fat behaves like an endocrine organ:
- releases inflammatory cytokines
- worsens insulin resistance
- raises blood pressure

4. Perimenopause causes muscle loss (Sarcopenia)

Your ability to regulate glucose depends heavily on muscle mass.
Hormonal changes accelerate:
- loss of lean mass
- decreased resting metabolic rate
- reduced glucose disposal
- more fat gain from the same calories as before

Even women with stable eating habits start gaining weight.

5. Poor sleep can lead to metabolic dysfunction

Perimenopause disrupts sleep through:
- night sweats
- anxiety
- cortisol spikes
- insomnia

Just 1–2 nights of poor sleep increases:
- insulin resistance
- hunger (ghrelin goes up)
- carb cravings
- blood sugar instability

6. Thyroid sensitivity drops

Estrogen changes affect:
- thyroid hormone transport
- peripheral conversion of T4 → T3
- resting metabolism

Women may appear "normal" on basic thyroid tests but still experience metabolic slowdown.

Eczema or Staph infection? Most probably both!Imagine your skin is supposed to be a nice, secure apartment block — nea...
05/12/2025

Eczema or Staph infection? Most probably both!

Imagine your skin is supposed to be a nice, secure apartment block — neat bricks, strong cement, good security at the gate.

Now imagine you have eczema.
Suddenly your skin wall looks like a cheap building held together with expired glue. The bricks have gaps, the wind whistles through, and the security guard is asleep.

This is called:

Leaky Skin / Broken Skin Barrier

“Come on in, bacteria, irritants, allergens — the door’s wide open!”

Eczema usually shows up first, and because your skin barrier is about as protective as a wet paper towel, along marches…

Enter Staph Aureus: The Uninvited Tenant

Staph is that rude neighbour who:

moves in without permission

throws parties at 2 a.m.

eats all your snacks

doesn’t pay rent

And worst of all…
it brings its friends.
Like toxins that cause extra redness, itching, and drama.

This creates a toxic cycle worse than your ex:
Eczema → broken skin → Staph moves in → inflammation → more itching → more scratching → even more cracks → Staph celebrates.

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24/11/2025

Movember at NAHCC

We're excited to invite you to our Men’s Wellness Day on Saturday, 29 November - a morning dedicated to prostate health, hormone balance, and overall wellbeing.

What to expect:
1. Prostate screening: a quick finger-prick blood test (promise, nothing scary!) - results in just 15 minutes
2. Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Screening
3. Clear explanation of your results + guidance on possible next steps

It’s time to take charge of your health — because prevention starts with awareness. 💪

📍 Naturopathic Healthcare Centre
⏰ Saturday, 29 November | 08:00–11:00

Address

13 Hazelwood Street, Hazelwood
Pretoria
0081

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Website

https://mychirodoc.co.za/booking/, https://naturopathic.co.za/

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Our beginning...

We have opened The Naturopathic Centre, based in Pretoria, in memory of Dr Michael Levien. This truly remarkable man and homeopath dedicated his life’s work to the health and wellness of all living creatures. Dr Levien went to India to study Homoeopathy and there, in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains is where his dream was born. In order to fulfill this dream, he enrolled with Lindlahr College to formally study Homoeopathy, Osteopathy and Naturopathy. He succeeded in completing the course rapidly and with relative ease, where others struggled. Dr. Levien continued to follow his life’s calling by starting a practice in 1960 and earned a reputation for being a responsible and knowledgeable practitioner. He was well respected by his colleagues, who regularly consulted him for his insight in order to solve difficult cases. This naturally led to discussions about where medicines may be potentially sourced from. Dr. Levien recognised that he was able to extend his vision for healing by serving this need for the manufacturing and distributing of good quality medicines.

Since 1966, Natura Laboratory has been manufacturing and distributing homoeopathic and phytotherapeutic medicines in South Africa. From its humble conception, Natura has continually striven to serve the unique needs of health care practitioners, homoeopaths and the public alike by dedicating itself to supplying innovative, natural products which are built with integrity.

Together with his demanding task as owner and manager of the company, Dr Levien continued to see patients in his practice in Brooklyn, Pretoria . In more recent years he became less involved in the day to day managing of the Natura laboratory, but he still continued in his practice untill 5 weeks before he passed away. Over a period of 53 years he never lost his dedication and passion to make a difference in the world of healing. He was an inspiration to all who knew him. His passing on at the age of 92 years leaves a great void, but the seeds of kindness and hope that he planted will grow and his vision of a Health Care Centre to take his life’s work into the future is quickly becoming a reality.