Naturopathic Health Care Centre

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

There’s so much pressure to “get it right” as a first-time mom…But most of us are just figuring it out as we go 🤍Sometim...
27/03/2026

There’s so much pressure to “get it right” as a first-time mom…
But most of us are just figuring it out as we go 🤍

Sometimes the simplest, most natural approach is enough 🌿

What would YOU tell your first-time mom self?

What are the risk factors for breast cancer?- Being biologically female is the strongest risk factor.- Risk rises with a...
26/03/2026

What are the risk factors for breast cancer?

- Being biologically female is the strongest risk factor.
- Risk rises with age, especially after 50.
- Genetic mutations like BRCA1 and BRCA2 (most common)
- TP53, PTEN, PALB2, CHEK2
- A family history of breast or ovarian cancer increases suspicion.
- First-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) with breast cancer.
- Having had breast cancer increases the risk of cancer in the opposite breast.
- Early menarche (55 years)
- Dense breast tissue
- Previous chest radiation
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Oral contraceptive use
- Obesity (especially postmenopausal)
- Physical inactivity
- Alcohol consumption
- Nulliparity (no full-term pregnancies)
- Late first pregnancy (>30 years)
- Not breastfeeding

Join us for a breast screening sonar day for peace of mind if you are worried about one or more of these risk factors.

🗓️ 20 May 2026
📍 13 Hazelwood Road

We would love to see you!

20/03/2026

Want better focus, memory & mental clarity?

Keep it simple. Get the basics right first.

Omega-3 (DHA/EPA)
Supports brain cell structure, reduces inflammation, and improves overall cognitive function.

B Vitamins (B6, B9, B12)
Essential for brain energy, neurotransmitter production, and reducing homocysteine linked to brain fog.

Vitamin D
Supports mood, neuroprotection, and overall brain health—especially if levels are low.

20/03/2026

Your spine works hard for you every single day — no matter your profession.

Chiropractic care isn’t just for people in pain, athletes, or office workers. It’s for everyone, even chiropractors themselves. Regular adjustments help improve mobility, reduce tension, support nervous system function, and keep your body performing at its best.

When your spine moves better, you live better.

13/03/2026

Is PMS normal?
The short anwer: no, but it's very common!

These are some common symptons that people experience with PMS - and some symptoms that are actually normal.

Are you trying to fall pregnant? Keep the following factors in mind on your fertility journey: Fertility will improve wh...
03/03/2026

Are you trying to fall pregnant?
Keep the following factors in mind on your fertility journey:

Fertility will improve when your body feels safe, nourished, and supported.

Functional medicine can play an important role here to optimize your body's functioning.

Both Eggs and s***m require time to become fully mature—what you do months before trying matters.

Environmental toxins accumulate silently, and this can make conception so much more tricky.

Reducing exposure and detoxification can lead to measurable improvements
Inflammation can disrupt conception and implantation

This is not always a thought, but is a factor to zone into. Men’s lifestyle choices directly influence miscarriage risk and pregnancy health. Fertility is a 50/50 responsibility.

And wow! How impactful is this? S***m quality is a health marker, not just a fertility measurement

This is definite. Gut and vaginal microbiomes influence fertility, pregnancy, and immune development

Nutrient deficiencies are common and affect fertility.

Detox capacity varies genetically and should always be supported
Very true! Preparation often improves IVF outcomes, and sometimes removes the need for IVF altogether

Fertility decline is real and global.

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.

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/, https://form.jotform.co

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Naturopathic Health Care Centre posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Naturopathic Health Care Centre:

Shortcuts

Share

Category

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.