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Ask a naturopath: Too early to rise

A Good reader writes: "I wake up too early! What can I do to sleep longer in the mornings?" Find out how to prevent broken sleep... before morning has broken. More …

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Ask a naturopath: Winter wipes me out!

A Good reader writes: "I typically find winter wipes me out with colds, and triggers increased fatigue. Being a full-time student, my budget is tight, so some affordable advice would be appreciated..." More …

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Ask a naturopath: table salt

A Good reader writes: "I try to avoid too much table salt and use natural kelp powder. Please can you tell me how this compares with iodised salt for health?" More …

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Ask a naturopath: PMS

A Good reader writes: "Ever since having my third child (who is now two) I have suffered from really bad PMS for a week or two each month. I currently take evening primrose oil to help alleviate the symptoms. Is there anything else I could try to help make my family’s life and mine more bearable?" More …

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Ask a naturopath: improving sperm quality

A Good reader writes: "My partner and I have recently been told that our chances of getting pregnant naturally are very slim due to a low sperm count. We are both non-smokers, do moderate exercise and try to eat healthy most of the time. Is there anything you can recommend to help improve sperm quality and increase our chances of a natural conception?" More …

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Ask a naturopath: low thyroid function

A Good reader writes: "At 45, I have started swimming again. I have low thyroid function and am a lifelong vegetarian. What are my iron needs now that I am exercising a lot?" More …

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Ask a naturopath: polycystic ovarian disease

A Good reader writes: "I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome last year. I'm pretty fit and healthy. My doctor was unhelpful and just recommended that I go on medication or the pill. I want more natural treatment and have been getting acupuncture. Is there anything I can do by way of diet, exercise and/or supplements that might help?" More …

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  • B on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I often despise coming home after work to have to stand in the kitchen for ages cooking.  So I try to make huge pots or add extra vege'  
  • Erin on Winter pick-me-ups:
    For me, I make sure I know where my fuzzy tramping socks are - super for wearing in my beautiful work boots, and in my gumboots while I mow  
  • Hilary on Winter pick-me-ups:
    winterproof your home by reducing humidity inside (when it's damp it feels colder). It is amazing what a difference it makes to slick/squeeg  
  • leah c on Winter pick-me-ups:
    Soups, and lots of it.  Everyone likes it, it's warm hearty food and a great way of using up old veggies and some of the winter crops i  
  • Linda on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I make sure I have a bottle of one of the blackcurrant type syrups, I find it hard to keep up the water intake when the temps drop, so add h  
  • Cassidy on Your eco kitchen makeover:
    Although I love the idea of the glass jars for baking ingredients etc. would Tupperware be alright as it lasts a lifetime?
  • Karen on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I've just finished knitting a sweater for a hot water bottle cover, so it stays hot longer and also doesn't get to hot when hugging it. Trou  
  • Gaye on Winter pick-me-ups:
    Nothing beats coming home to  a spicy beef curry and a steamed jam sponge pudding smothered with custard after a brisk walk embracing t  

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