Milk thistle, also known as Silybum marianum is an ancient herb that has been used as a remedy for a variety of ailments particularly for problems of the liver, kidney, and gall bladder. The active component of this medicinal herb is a flavonoid called Silymarin. This...
Anita Sturnham
Wellness Wednesday- Digestive Enzymes
The phrase ‘you are what you eat’ is only half true. You are also what you digest and absorb- and digestive enzymes are essential for better digestion and an increase in nutrient absorption. What are digestive enzymes? The human body produces digestive enzymes for the...
Wellness Wednesday – How to boost your immune system
‘How to boost your immune system’ Are you feeling run down or tired after the festive period? Nurse Fiona talks us through 4 steps that we can take to boost our immunity this January. The immune system is a network of organs, cells and proteins that protect the...
Wellness Wednesday – Turmeric
Turmeric- it’s worth the hype! Turmeric has been around for centuries and is commonly used for its healing properties. You are probably familiar with this yellow spice as it is found in many cuisines from around the globe. Turmeric contains various powerful...
Wellness Wednesday – Cauliflower
"Cauliflower - a super-food that is often overlooked" As we approach the shortest day of the year we are well and truly in winter mode. Just as our wardrobe changes with the seasons, Nurse Fiona truly believes that we should also adjust the food we eat to reflect what...
Wellness Wednesday – Pollution
The Pollution Problem - Inner-City and at Home In the past year, the Mayor has triggered multiple alerts for outdoor air pollution in London. The scale of the city air pollution crisis was laid bare in October with new figures showing that every person in the capital...