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Ask a naturopath: Too early to rise

By Eric Bakker, ND • October 27, 2011 • 2 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: Winter wipes me out!

By Eric Bakker, ND • October 12, 2011 • 0 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: table salt

By Eric Bakker, ND • March 3, 2011 • 0 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: PMS

By Eric Bakker ND • October 13, 2010 • 0 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: improving sperm quality

By Eric Bakker ND • August 9, 2010 • 0 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: low thyroid function

By Eric Bakker ND • June 14, 2010 • 0 comments

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 …

Ask a naturopath: polycystic ovarian disease

By Eric Bakker ND • April 14, 2010 • 1 comments

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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