Natural Medicine South Africa Magazine - December 2017

In this issue

In this month’s issue we take a look at children and their habits, whether being thin is the same as being fit, the do’s and don’ts of sunscreen, and cystitis. We also take a look at going solar, good nutrition, the importance of nutrient density in a balanced diet, and music as a therapy for Parkinson’s patients. We’re also introducing our new aromatherapy column in which we discuss aromatherapy essential oils.

Integrative Approach To Inflammation

Integrative Approach To Inflammation

2 mins

A Balanced Diet - Calorie Counting Or Nutritional Density?

Nutrient density means how many nutrients you get from a food, given the number of calories it contains. Nutrient-dense foods give you the most nutrients for the fewest number of calories. No principle is more likely to support healthy eating than that of nutrient density, because it gives you concentrated amounts of valuable nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fibre, essential fatty acids and phytonutrients, to name just a few.

6 mins

The Family Tree

Our young family moved to the Cedarberg Wilderness to discover what we hoped would be a more wholesome lifestyle than the get-up-and-go-show then running our lives.

5 mins

Ear Disease In Dogs

Dr Alex Niven outlines the causes, symptoms and treatment of outer ear infection in dogs so that you can be prepared if your best friend is afflicted with this common condition.

2 mins

Children And Their Habits

How often do you find yourself the centre of unwanted attention in the supermarket, as your three-year-old screams louder than ten vuvuzelas? Ann Gadd takes a look at children’s more unattractive habits, starting with tots who have tantrums.

5 mins

That Burning Feeling

Cystitis is an unpleasant condition usually caused by a bacterial infection that needs prompt medical attention. Following simple steps to promote bladder health can reduce the risk of recurrence of infection.

4 mins

Thin Is Fit - Or Is It?

Yes, it is possible to be thin but unfit! To maintain or increase lean body mass, you need to look at both diet and a comprehensive exercise programme. You’ll not only lose fat, but experience considerable health benefits.

5 mins

Yoga For Thight Hips

Your hips don’t lie but store and bury emotions. Yoga can unlock the secret to tight hips.

5 mins

Read all stories from Natural Medicine South Africa

Natural Medicine South Africa Magazine Description:

For more than 15 years, Natural Medicine has been dedicated to inspiring and guiding the general public and practitioners across all modalities on the uses and benefits of complementary and integrative medicine.

A panel of independent experts, consisting of doctors and other healthcare professionals, write our objective, specialist articles from practical experience. As a result, Natural Medicine delivers the industry’s most credible information.

As people across multiple demographic groups become increasingly aware of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, we see a growing trend toward self-medication and increased confidence in natural products, which are led by well-known brands.