Supplements and chemotherapy
My partner has just been diagnosed with a small but malignant tumour. He will be having both chemo- and radiotherapy and wants to know what supplements could help? I have also read you can get blood tests to reveal underlying vitamin and mineral deficiencies? Where do we go to get these?...
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Support for alcoholism recovery
My sister is a recovering alcoholic. Can you suggest dietary or nutritional changes, which will support her recovery and help rebuild her health?...
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Support for bi-polar disorder
My friend suffers from hypermania (bi-polar disorder). She has been taking prozac and lithium for the last 10 years, which helps keep her stable, but the side-effects include energy. After a recent manic spell, she has been taking high doses of anti-psychotic drugs, lithium and anti-depressants and feels like her body has been poisoned. Are there any homeopathic or other remedies that she could try in conjunction with the prescribed drugs to help support her body and counteract side effects? What foods could help her feel better?...
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Support for rosacea
My friend suffers from acne rosacea and has discovered that very few practitioners understand this condition. Can you recommend one that does? We want to find someone who will take an holistic approach and recognise the role of lifestyle and stress plays with this problem....
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Sweaty feet
What is the best way to stop extreme sweating of the feet? This has been plaguing me for the last four years and the odour is very embarrassing. I also have a fungal infection which I think may be the underlying cause....
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Tamoxifen and breast cancer
I have recently had an operation for breast cancer and the removal of a small lump. I am taking Tamoxifen - however the side-effects include hot flushes, day and night, and insomnia. I am also concerned about the long-term effects. I’d rather not take this drug. Can you suggest an alternative?...
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Teenage weight loss
I have a 15-year-old daughter who desperately wants to lose weight. While this is solely her decision (I have never suggested she go on a diet) I do feel it would be so nice for her to drop a couple of dress sizes as all her friends are like sticks. It seems unfair she is struggling so because she eats a very healthy diet and avoids junk food. I know this may seem a minor problem but she is about two stones overweight and it really is affecting her confidence....
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Testicular cancer
My 19-year-old son recently had a tumour removed from his testicle. He is diabetic but resuming a busy lifestyle as a student. Are there any vitamins or minerals he could take to help restore his energy levels?...
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Testosterone boosting
I have been investigating clinics that offer testosterone replacement therapy but am concerned about possible side-effects that my doctor has warned me of. Is there any alternative way of increasing testosterone in the body without taking drugs?...
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Threadworm prevention
Do you have any suggestions for the prevention of threadworm? My six-year-old daughter has had an infection about six times a year, ever since she was two. I am worried about all the tablets she is taking but if she stops, the problem drives her to distraction. Please do not suggest anything to do with hygiene - I’ve done that with no results....
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