The simple truth: you are what you eat! The composition of the food we consume directly determines our physiological profile and is critical to a growing child, physically and psychologically, and the effects of which can last well into adulthood. Despite the wide variety of food available in the modern...
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What’s in the little white balls? Homeopathy explained
You may have heard of Homeopathy as an alternative medicine, but did you know that, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), over five hundred million people use homeopathy around the world? Did you also know that Homeopathy is established in the national health care systems in England, France and...
First aid: homeopathy for the home
Injuries occur when we least expect it! That’s why every household, especially those with children, should have a first aid kit. We have put together the most essential homeopathic remedies – they are safe, natural, and effective remedies the whole family can use. Bruising, trauma or shock Arnica Montana is...
What does your gut say? Don’t guess, test.
Our approach at IMI is to determine the exact causes of your gut issues. To do this, our naturopaths may recommend industry-leading tests that will pinpoint the reasons you’re struggling. Here’s a snapshot of the main tests that have helped our naturopaths heal a myriad gut challenges. Comprehensive stool analysis:...
Do you know your friendly bacteria?
Getting the right probiotics for digestive health and immunity Probiotics are receiving a great deal of attention in the health world and for good reason. But for some of us who don’t fully understand their uses and benefits we may still wonder – What are they? Do we really need...
Glutathione: the master antioxidant and detoxifier
Glutathione is a very important molecule that helps your immune system to fight infections, and is also a key to prevent aging, cancer, heart disease, dementia and other chronic diseases. Glutathione is produced and recycled naturally in your body. However, there are many causes for depletion and leave you susceptible....
Want beautiful skin, hair and nails: work from the inside out!
Who doesn’t want to have better skin, hair or nails – or all three! Our diets, the amount of sleep we have and stress all affect the quality of our skin, hair and nails. A nutritious diet that has healthy fats, and is full of antioxidants, especially lots of vitamin C...
Superfoods super charge your life
Superfoods pack a ‘punch’ in your nutrition stakes! In our busy lifestyles, adding a few superfoods to your diet, whether in a smoothie, protein drink or snack bar, can be a convenient way to ‘power-up’ and make sure that you are optimizing every mouthful. They are low-calorie and nutrient rich,...
Food intolerances in adults
From a naturopath’s point of view, the gut is considered the cause of many health issues, not just those related to digestion. Naturopath and homeopath Graeme Bradshaw explains why your health issues may be caused by your gut and how to get tested and address to your gut problems.