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Insomnia due to stress
I am very worried about my husband who recently lost his job. He is having terrible trouble sleeping, which must be a result of an over-active mind and increasing stress. My sister-in-law has taken Kava Kava, which helped her through similar circumstances. Would the same herb help us?...
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Integrated Medical Centre
I have Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, diagnosed two years ago. I was treated with Chlorenbucil for six months, which gave a partial remission, but I still have a platelet deficiency. I have been on steroids to no avail. I would prefer advice from a qualified doctor with complementary interests. Did I hear somewhere about an Integrated Medical Centre in London that might be able to help?...
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Interesting foods for restricted diets
I have had trouble with my digestive system and was recently advised by my dietician to radically change my eating habits. I have a new eating regimen that precludes all dairy, wheat and yeast products. I have been following this programme for four weeks and can feel the benefits however I find the lack of variety in my diet very dull. Can you suggest any good books or anything else that will liven it up?...
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Iridology - how does it work?
I have heard incredible reports about iridology but find it hard to believe anyone can tell anything about someone’s health and internal organs just by looking at the iris of their eyes. What do you make of this technique?...
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Iritis
My friend suffers painfully from iritis. Can you tell me what it is, what causes it, and whether there is any homeopathic or other alternative remedy?...
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Iron deficiency
I was diagnosed as being iron-deficient and so have been taking tablets to get my levels back to normal. The trouble is, I now suffer from severe constipation too. Is there a better way to get the iron I need, say from food?...
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Iron deficiency and ADHD
A friend has told me there is some suggestion that children who suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may be deficient in iron. Can you tell me any more about this theory?...
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Irregular digestive spams
My daughter has been diagnosed as having irregular spasms in her digestive system. She now has to look for foods that would trigger this so she can manage the symptoms. She will be taking an antispasmodic drug in the short term but wants to find an alternative solution. She is 25 and leads a busy life which is constantly being disrupted by acute abdominal pain and vomiting....
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Irritable bowel and food intolerance
My 23-year-old daughter has just been diagnosed with food intolerance caused by sugar and yeast, which has led to irritable bowel syndrome and weight loss. She is now on a very limited diet, so what can she do to rebuild her health and weight?...
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
I’m in my early 40s and have felt my health deteriorating for a few years now. It all started with irritable bowel syndrome which I first developed in my mid-20s. I have stiff joints, especially my shoulders and neck. I’ve tried various complementary practitioners but I am on a limited income and so cannot afford for long drawn-out treatments. What can you suggest?...
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