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Stress and Hormonal Health: Finding Balanced Homeostasis

Stress and Hormonal Health: Finding Balanced Ho...

Posted: November, 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb Stress can negatively impact the nervous system, while also exerting an adverse effect on hormonal health and total wellbeing....

Stress and Hormonal Health: Finding Balanced Ho...

Posted: November, 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb Stress can negatively impact the nervous system, while also exerting an adverse effect on hormonal health and total wellbeing....

The NZ Native - Kumerahou

The NZ Native - Kumerahou

Posted: August 2023Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H.  Kūmerahou - a unique shrub from northern Aotearoa Kūmerahou (Pomaderris kūmerahou) is a native shrub which is endemic only...

The NZ Native - Kumerahou

Posted: August 2023Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H.  Kūmerahou - a unique shrub from northern Aotearoa Kūmerahou (Pomaderris kūmerahou) is a native shrub which is endemic only...

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Posted: September 2020Author: Phil Rasmussen |  M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK),  F.N.Z.A.M.H.  Roots of the European and northern Asian herb Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), are well known for their relaxant...

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Posted: September 2020Author: Phil Rasmussen |  M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK),  F.N.Z.A.M.H.  Roots of the European and northern Asian herb Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), are well known for their relaxant...

Factors in Fertility

Factors in Fertility

Posted: October, 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb Fertility is influenced by a combination of factors from stress, hormonal conditions, genetics, lifestyle choices and diet. Early, proactive...

Factors in Fertility

Posted: October, 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb Fertility is influenced by a combination of factors from stress, hormonal conditions, genetics, lifestyle choices and diet. Early, proactive...

ADHD in children and adults: Herbal remedies can help

ADHD in children and adults: Herbal remedies ca...

  Posted: February 2025Author: Hannah Leech, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist  | BNat, NMHNZ ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, leading to symptoms including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.  While...

ADHD in children and adults: Herbal remedies ca...

  Posted: February 2025Author: Hannah Leech, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist  | BNat, NMHNZ ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, leading to symptoms including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.  While...

Easing nausea naturally

Easing nausea naturally

Posted: January 2025Author: Hannah Leech, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist  | BNat, NMHNZ Nausea is an unpleasant sensation in the stomach, often accompanied by the urge to vomit.  It is not...

Easing nausea naturally

Posted: January 2025Author: Hannah Leech, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist  | BNat, NMHNZ Nausea is an unpleasant sensation in the stomach, often accompanied by the urge to vomit.  It is not...