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What about black cohosh?

July 19, 2008 Susanna 1 Comment

Black cohosh tends to be one of those supplements that is recommended by a friend, it’s not advertised widely. Like all products recommended by a friend, it may not have the same effect on you. We are all different, what your sister experiences is not necessarily what you will, or do, experience. Cimicifuga Racemosa, is …

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The Phytoestrogen buzz

May 10, 2008 Susanna 2 Comments

You’ve probably heard quite a lot about phytoestrogens. For women looking for alternatives to HRT, phytoestrogen therapy has been gaining popularity. Phytogestrens have been called ‘natural miracle agents’ which prevent cancer, coronary heart disease and osteoporosis. What are they? Please note : The term “natural” has no special medical significance. When “natural” is used on …

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Garlic

February 3, 2008 Susanna No Comments

Garlic, the glorious stinking rose, was worshipped by the ancient Egyptians, chewed by Greek Olympian atheletes and thought to be essential for keeping vampires at bay. It’s also good for zapping bacteria, keeping your heart healthy, warding off coughs and colds – and don’t worry it needn’t give you bad breath!