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Probiotics for Allergies

A healthy microbiome is essential for allergy sufferers because good bacteria maintain the integrity of the gut lining. Probiotics for allergies may help protect against conditions such as leaky gut or SIBO (small intestine bacteria overgrowth). The…

E15 - Detox and Intermittent Fasting

Following the festive season, we can be left feeling a little more "jolly" (if you know what I mean!) which can motivate us to look into "detox diets" and the latest weight loss trends. So, what actually is a detox? Do they work? What…
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Four Anti-Inflammatory Diet Tips

The after math of over indulging during the holiday season can leave us feeling a little bit silly and a little more jolly (if you know what I mean). Eating a higher amount of processed foods including sugar, refined carbohydrates(5), and alcohol…
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Podcast E14 - Christmas Allergies

The festive season is a time to celebrate with family and friends, usually with lots of eating an drinking! Although, Christmas can also present with some unique allergy triggers. There are some common Christmas allergies to keep an…
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Prevent Allergy Flare-Ups this Holiday Season

For many of us, the end of year break is a time for some well-earned R and R. But, despite the sleep ins and lazing about, the holiday season can bring a surprising level of tiredness. This is also known as ‘end-of- year burnout’. End-of-…
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Podcast E13 - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue, that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. CFS can occur at any age, but it most commonly affects people…
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Can heat and sun cause hives?

Hives (also known as urticaria) affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lives. For some people, hives is triggered by allergic reactions to certain foods and environmental substances. But summer time can be a particularly…
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Podcast E12 - Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is an antigen-driven inflammatory gastrointestinal disorder, where allergens drive inflammation. What is EoE?Is EoE an autoimmune disease?What are the triggers of EoE?What are the symptoms of EoE?How is…
Family with atopic eczema cuddling in grass after having natural allergy treatment
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Preventing Summer Allergies

We typically associate allergies with Spring and Autumn, but summer allergies can be just as bad for allergy sufferers. Here are four summer allergies to look out for 1) Grasses and weeds Though most grasses and weeds have finished…
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Adenoiditis and Allergies

Research has found that 22% of those with allergies develop adenoiditis. Find out more about the link between adenoiditis and allergies and what you can do to reduce your symptoms... What are adenoids? Adenoids are lymph nodes that are located…