Portland Naturopathic Medicine

As prescribed at this Perth naturopathic clinic, we find that homeopathy is ideal for the treatment of babies and infants. Not only is it completely without risk, but it is also tasteless and low dose. Parents are often amazed at how quickly a young baby learns to open its mouth as soon as he or she sees the bottle.

All prescriptions are made individually after a private consultation. That is the beauty of homeopathic treatment: that it treats the person as a whole, to improve their health in general. All small and subtle things about the child’s behaviour are taken into account in the prescription. We believe that early homeopathic treatment sets the pattern for a healthy life, and also improves the health of subsequent generations.

Some of the conditions that homeopathy can treat in the newborn baby  and infant include:

    Sleeping difficulties
    Colic and reflux
    Jaundice
    Intolerance of mother’s milk
    Cradle cap (seborrhoea dermatitis)
    Nose obstruction and “snuffles”
    “Milk rash” (milia)
    Unexplained crying and inability to settle
    Eczema
    Hives and other allergy reactions
    Teething (dentition problems) including delayed dentition
    Delayed milestones
    Frequent colds
    Bronchitis
    Bronchiolitis
    Tonsillitis and enlarged adenoids
    Asthma
    Ear infections (otitis media)
    Constipation and diarrhoea
    Fevers and convulsions

Please note that in cases of serious or life-threatening complaints, parents are encouraged to seek a doctor’s advice or hospital admission if the child is not responding quickly to homeopathic treatment.

Homeopathy is an ideal treatment for babies and infants because it stimulates the child’s immune system to work on the underlying problem.

Under the influence of a homeopathic medicine, it is the child’s life force itself that is doing the healing. The next time the infection or other complaint occurs, the body is better able to deal with the problem.

Homeopathy is very effective for the ear infections of children and babies. Studies have shown that those treated with these
remedies have fewer recurrences over a period of time than those treated with antibiotics. (See the page on treatment of ear  infections for references.) Furthermore, the use of antiobiotics suppresses the immune system and contributes to allergies and other sensitivity reactions, especially in children under one year of age.

Homeopathy is a real, effective alternative. It deals very quickly with the symptoms of fever and pain in ear infections, while it works effectively on the underlying problem.

As a result of antibiotics given early, our experience shows that a child is also more likely to get eczema, asthma and other problems as they get older. The use of steroids to treat these problems further compounds the problem

For any chronic problem in babies or young children, such as eczema or asthma, homeopathy and naturopathy does not suppress the symptoms; it works towards resolving the problem. In any case of atopic disease like this, the homeopath views the problem as the tip of the iceberg. Just suppressing the symptoms with cortisone weakens the system further. It is our belief, verified by experience, that this suppression results in more serious problems later in life.

For any chronic problem in children and babies, the approach of homeopathy is to treat the patient as a whole. A constitutional remedy is given to treat the patient on all levels, both emotionally and physically.

Article source - http://www.cottnat.com.au/babies-and-infants-treatment/

The kidneys are one of the most important organs in the human body. The kidneys help to detox and filter impurities from the blood, as well as waste products from your urine. Kidney stones form when the kidneys are not able to process toxins efficiently. Specifically, a crystallization of unprocessed minerals builds up. Kidney stones cause pain and possible blockage of urine flow.

The following are some simple natural remedies that may help soothe the discomfort of kidney stones and speed up the body’s natural healing process.
1. Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, and Raw Apple Cider Vinegar

This is one of my favorites and easily one of the most effective remedies for kidney stones and the pain they cause. At the first symptom of stone pain, mix 2 oz of organic olive oil with 2 oz of organic lemon juice.

Drink it straight and follow with a 12 ounce glass of purified water. Wait 30 minutes. Then, squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon into 12 ounces of purified water, add 1 tablespoon of organic raw apple cider vinegar and drink. Repeat the lemon juice, water and apple cider vinegar recipe every hour until symptoms improve.

2. Uva Ursi

Uva Ursi is a common folk remedy for kidney stones. Not only will it help fight off infection in the kidneys, but it may also help reduce pain and cleanse the urinary tract. 500mg three times a day is recommended for kidney stones.

3. Dandelion Root

Organic dandelion root is a great kidney tonic and cleanser. Taking up to 500 mg twice a day may be beneficial.

4. Kidney Beans
Kidney Beans for Kidney Stones

The shape of this bean may be indicative of its healing potential. An effective urinary home remedy for kidney stones, traditionally the pods were used as a medicinal tonic.

Try removing the beans from inside the pods, and then boil the pods in purified hot water for six hours. This liquid can be strained through cheese cloth, cooled and taken throughout the day for one day to ease kidney stone pain.

5. Horsetail

Horsetail tea is an effective natural remedy for kidney stones. Drink up to 3-4 cups of horsetail tea daily or 2 grams of the herb in capsule form daily.

6. Pomegranate Juice

We’ve all heard that pomegranates have many health benefits. But, more specifically, the seeds and juice of pomegranates can be considered another natural remedy for kidney stones. This may be related to their sourness and astringent properties. I prefer eating organic pomegranates and drinking freshly-squeezed pomegranate juice.

7. Magnesium

Studies show that people with recurrent kidney stones who took magnesium supplements had a 92.3 percent improvement rate in reduction of kidney stones. 300 mg of magnesium orotate is recommended daily for prevention and reduction of stones.

8. Organic Celery
Celery for Kidney Stones

Celery in vegetable form and celery seed are great urine-promoters and kidney tonics. Regular use of celery seed, as a spice or as a tea, may prevent kidney stone formation.

9. Basil

A kidney tonifier, basil tea can be taken throughout the day for overall kidney health. If you have kidney stones, try taking one teaspoon each of basil juice with raw honey daily for up to six months. It’s believed that folk remedies with pure basil juice can help induce stone expulsion from the urinary tract.

10. Change in Diet

Unhealthy food intake is a primary cause of kidney stones. Cut down on the amount of soda and energy drinks you consume. Avoid processed foods and alcoholic beverages. Add more fruits and veggies to your diet, especially those listed above.

11. Bonus! Inversion Table

It sounds odd, but some research suggests using an inversion table can help pass stone fragments after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, in short, is when a targeted shock wave is sent through the body to break up stones. It seems that inversion therapy helps the body push out the stones.

I also recommend reading the book “The Green Body Cleanse” to learn how to avoid kidney stone forming foods and beverages.

Remember that the remedies listed above are not intended to replace medical care. If you’re experiencing a lot of pain from kidney stones, see your doctor immediately. For optimal health, I recommend performing a colon cleanse, liver and gallbladder cleanse, chemical and heavy metal cleanse and even a harmful organism cleanse at least 1-2 times a year.

Article collected from - http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/remedies-for-kidney-stones/