Since the dawn of time, broth and stock made from animal bones have been used to cure illness. Also known as the ‘cure all’ broths of the olden times, now a days we now know a good quality stock broth that will boost the immune system, strengthen our bodies and soothe the digestive system.

Unfortunately, now due to modern meat processing, the valuable bones for stock often are thrown away and we instead reach from the instant stock varieties that usually lack the goodness of a true stock and have additives such as MSG and yeast that we would like to avoid.

Why broth is good for us?

Broth contains the minerals rich in bones, cartilage and marrow, electrolytes from vegetables and health boosting constituents of herbs all easily and quickly absorbed and assimilated into our bodies. The acid from vinegar added in the stock making process draws out minerals from the bones and the rich gelatine from the cartilage is full of healing properties specific to our digestive system and joints.

If you are vegetarian or vegan and aren’t using bones, add some shitake mushrooms for their immune boosting effects as well as flavour.

So this winter, let’s get back to basics and cook up a big batch of nutritious broths. You can freeze in batches to use over a period of time in soups, sauces and stews for immune boosting benefits this winter. It’s easy!

Stock can be made from any animal boney leftovers including lamb, beef and fish.  Below is my chicken stock recipe to help you get started.

Fertility naturopaths specialises in the area of reproductive health and fertility. Our Naturopath is passionate about natural fertility and what it can produce. Naturopath supports couples wishing to boost their capacity in achieving a healthy, easy, pregnancy, birth and beyond.

IVF Support

The IVF process can be like a rollercoaster in not only emotions but health as well. Fertility naturopath specialist offers professional advice, complementary therapies and nutrition to assure that you stay on top of your health for the smoothest ride possible, but to boost your chances for a happy, healthy pregnancy as well.

Your IVF journey will be treated individually and with care in adjustment with your goals. We regulate our programs to your needs and provide our services to all types of people, single, opposite sex and same sex couples. We give you our full support and would be honoured to be part of this amazing process.

Pregnancy & Parenthood

Pregnancy is a time of fluctuating nutritional needs, new symptoms alongside an incredible, changing body. We will be there with you during this time to assess your nutritional and health needs, to keep you feeling well and minimising pregnancy health issues. Our pregnancy care also aims to ensure safe, easy childbirth.

We want to ease your worries, offering guidance and a more natural approach to pregnancy and childbirth than what is generally offered in perhaps an over-medicalised process that is, in fact, a natural part of life.

Beyond birth (otherwise known as fourth trimester) Naturopathic support can again ensure adequate nutrition, easy breastfeeding as well as important support and advice on feeding, sleeping, introducing solids and childhood illness.

Naturopaths have a different perspective on health and illness with only focus is to treat the person, not the disease.

The biological terrain theory is where a Naturopath’s approach comes from.  This is a theory that describe that if the internal environment is out of balance then imbalance, infection or illness can thrive. Everybody knows that when they are ‘run down’ they can ‘get sick’.  Our health is like a garden when it is supported with the right balance of nutrients, sunlight and water, it will thrive.  Our body needs good nutrition, exercise, lifestyle balance, emotional support, fresh air and sunlight and fresh air.  If we can bring our bodies into a balance where we feel well, vital and energetic then we will be tougher and less susceptible to any disease or illness.

If you have a cold or flu, Naturopath’s will help prescribe a combination of nurturing for your health to create resilience, and targeted remedies to assist the body’s natural immune functions to conquer the illness.

Here are some of common Naturopathic recommendations:

A lot of Rest: We often feel pressured to continue through study or work when sick but this will slow down or even halt the healing process. Rest is essential, calling a sick day.

Herbal medicine: Herbal medicines have evidence-based, therapeutic action in the body to target specific problem such as a cough, fever, or blocked sinuses.  Most herbal medicines have strong antibacterial constituents, others, antiviral or immune supportive properties so a herbal formula prescribed by your Naturopath can have a serious impact in shifting your unique symptoms of a bacterial cold or viral flu.

Nourishing foods: Immune boosting bone broths, easily digested food, warming soups and stews are ideal ‘sick’ foods. Fresh fruit and veggies are also helpful.

Nutritionals: Prescribed according to peoples individual needs vitamins A, C and D and Zinc are the most frequently used nutritionals during flu and colds. Again these are prescribed at therapeutic doses according to your individual needs.

Homeopathy: A different way to address imbalance and illness, homeopathy works with the energetics of the body and illness to shift symptoms. Prized by the English Royal family this is a valuable tool in helping our health.

Close monitoring of symptoms: Flu and colds symptoms should always closely monitored. If symptoms worsen, or there is neck stiffness, chest pain, or difficulty breathing you must go directly to the hospital. If symptoms are strong or unusual, see your GP for a diagnosis.

Most of you may already know that naturopathic medicine is a natural remedy to help the body heal itself. It embraces many therapies, massage, including herbs, exercise, acupuncture, and nutritional counseling.

What you may not know however is that CBD Natural Health is one of the leading providers of naturopathy. We will devise treatment plan that may include Eastern and Western Herbal Medicine, Diet Planning as well as health and lifestyle education.

What to expect during your initial consultation.

A thorough health history will be taken, your questions will be answered and naturopathic tests may be recommended to provide the most vital information for your treatment plan. By the end of your consultation your Naturopath will recommend a plan to bring your body back into balance and achieve your goals, naturally.

Are you currently dealing with any of the following issues?

•             Fatigue

•             High cholesterol

•             Osteoporosis

•             Headaches and Migraines

•             High blood pressure

•             Allergies

•             Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

•             Depression, stress and anxiety

•             Skin conditions

•             Respiratory complaints

•             Digestive complaints

•             Thyroid and hormone imbalance

•             Arthritis

We offer detox programs to suit your needs:

3 week detox program – is designed to support the whole body, not just the liver, for a balanced detox that will leave you feeling energetic, happy and well.

6 week detox program – allows the body to access deeper levels, aiming to transform your health and assist in recovery from health issues.  A true system reset.

Deep Skin Detox – a specialised detox for clear skin (and clean body!) Clear skin is healthy skin and the Deep Skin Detox is designed to fast-track your skin’s health. People with all kinds of skin issues use this program as we tailor your detox to your individual needs.  This detox is 6-8weeks

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We offer detox programs to suit your needs:

*3 week detox program – is designed to support the whole body, not just the liver, for a balanced detox that will leave you feeling energetic, happy and well.

*6 week detox program – allows the body to access deeper levels, aiming to transform your health and assist in recovery from health issues.  A true system reset.

*Deep Skin Detox – a specialised detox for clear skin (and clean body!) Clear skin is healthy skin and the Deep Skin Detox is designed to fast-track your skin’s health. People with all kinds of skin issues use this program as we tailor your detox to your individual needs.  This detox is 6-8weeks.

Benefits of our Detox Program

*Boost Energy Levels

*Promote Healthy Skin

*Reduce Inflammation

*Support Digestion and Weight Management

*Improved Mood

*Strengthen Your Immune System

We highly recommend doing a detox once per year for a healthier you.

Our immune system is incredibly complex and vast, there is still so much we don’t understand about it.  One thing is for sure is that supporting our intelligent, natural immunity is key to being strong and healthy.  Resilience is the key to stay healthy this winter.

5 tips for supporting our natural immune activity and resilience this winter:

• Our digestive health is vital to good immunity.

With over 70% of our immune system is housed in the digestive system and more immune reactions happen in our digestive system in a day than the rest of our body in a year, supporting immunity means taking care of diet and ensuring good gut balance. Immune system issues such as many auto-immune conditions have strong links to digestive health so eat well, encourage good gut flora and seek help if things are not right.

• Sleep gives us vital immune energy

It is a fact that less than 5hrs sleep per night will depress the immune system.  It is important also to be aware that our need for sleep increases when have been stressed, highly physically active or if we have breathing issues, such as sinus which can reduce the quality or our sleep.  It is recommended that we have between 7-9hrs sleep.

• Sunlight and fresh foods

We need vitamin D from the sun, vitamins A, C, and zinc and many more to feed our immune system.  Long hours at work without sun exposure or eating process, pre-packaged and frozen food that lack vitality reduces our vitality and therefore our immune health.

• Fever and temperatures are a good thing

When we get sick and temperatures or fevers set in, a whole cascade of events happen that trigger many facets of our immune system.  This immune activity may not be activated or as efficient if we quickly suppress a fever with paracetamol or similar cold and flu medication.  What helps you ‘soldier on’ may actually be making you struggle more.

• Happiness and laughter

Positive thoughts and emotions have shown to decrease stress and boost immunity. Anyone who has found themselves sick after being stressed or unhappy can vouch for this.  Watch your thoughts and emotions to stay on top of how you are feeling and seek help if you need it.

A good healthy immune system is holistic with many diet and lifestyle factors affecting it. Let us know if you have any worries about your health.

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— Oscar Wilde.

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