Phytobrief
The NZ Natives and Skin
Posted: October 2022 Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy NZ Natives and Skin New Zealand Natives and Skin New Zealand (NZ) native herbs have been used to calm and...
The NZ Natives and Skin
Posted: October 2022 Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy NZ Natives and Skin New Zealand Natives and Skin New Zealand (NZ) native herbs have been used to calm and...
Sleep and Nociceptive Pain
Posted: June 2023 Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy Sleep and Nociceptive Pain Herbal support for sleep and nociceptive pain regulation While pain is known to cause sleep disturbance,...
Sleep and Nociceptive Pain
Posted: June 2023 Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy Sleep and Nociceptive Pain Herbal support for sleep and nociceptive pain regulation While pain is known to cause sleep disturbance,...
Stress, Anxiety & Inflammation
Posted: March 2023Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy The role of chronic stress and anxiety on the regulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, and subsequently inflammatory markers, has been...
Stress, Anxiety & Inflammation
Posted: March 2023Author: Katie Donnelly, Adv Dip HSc Naturopathy The role of chronic stress and anxiety on the regulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, and subsequently inflammatory markers, has been...
The Gut Microbiome
Posted: May 2024 Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Introduction A large proportion of phytomedicines have indications involving gastrointestinal ailments. Of course, their pharmacological actions...
The Gut Microbiome
Posted: May 2024 Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Introduction A large proportion of phytomedicines have indications involving gastrointestinal ailments. Of course, their pharmacological actions...
POROPORO: Topical Support
Posted: September 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Poroporo is the name given to two closely related species of a plant native to Aotearoa, Solanum aviculare...
POROPORO: Topical Support
Posted: September 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Poroporo is the name given to two closely related species of a plant native to Aotearoa, Solanum aviculare...
AKEAKE: For Autoimmune Conditions
Posted: March 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Akeake (Dodonaea viscosa), is an evergreen woody shrub used in many different types of traditional medicines in various countries....
AKEAKE: For Autoimmune Conditions
Posted: March 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Akeake (Dodonaea viscosa), is an evergreen woody shrub used in many different types of traditional medicines in various countries....
KOROMIKO for Women's Health
Posted: October 2022 Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. The leaves and young stems of koromiko (Hebe salicifolia and Hebe stricta) are best known to most of...
KOROMIKO for Women's Health
Posted: October 2022 Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. The leaves and young stems of koromiko (Hebe salicifolia and Hebe stricta) are best known to most of...
AKEAKE: For Autoimmune Conditions
Posted: March 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Akeake (Dodonaea viscosa), is an evergreen woody shrub used in many different types of traditional medicines in various countries....
AKEAKE: For Autoimmune Conditions
Posted: March 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Akeake (Dodonaea viscosa), is an evergreen woody shrub used in many different types of traditional medicines in various countries....
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....
Baptisia & Coptis - Two under-acknowledged anti...
Posted: June 2021Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Bacterial infections have been one of the biggest influencers of human health and illness since we emerged...
Baptisia & Coptis - Two under-acknowledged anti...
Posted: June 2021Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Bacterial infections have been one of the biggest influencers of human health and illness since we emerged...
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...
NZ natives topically for first aid
Posted: February 2020Author: Suzy Walsh, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist | BNat, mNMHNZOften as herbalists we are focused on chronic health conditions. However, first aid management is regularly required by our...
NZ natives topically for first aid
Posted: February 2020Author: Suzy Walsh, Naturopath | Medical Herbalist | BNat, mNMHNZOften as herbalists we are focused on chronic health conditions. However, first aid management is regularly required by our...
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
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...
Children's gut health and the skin connection
Posted: January 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb The gut microbiome starts from newborn and continues its development in those early formative years. The first few years...
Children's gut health and the skin connection
Posted: January 2022Author: Sharlene Bennett | BHSc, AdvDip Nat, AdvDip Med Herb The gut microbiome starts from newborn and continues its development in those early formative years. The first few years...
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...