What to Expect in a Natural Medicine Consultation
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

What to Expect in a Natural Medicine Consultation

You will be given time to tell your story. It's important that a full and detailed picture of your health concern is considered. In the world of Holistic Natural Medicine we consider the events around the onset of an illness to be very important, especially in chronic disease.

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New to Naturopathy?
Tim Howden Tim Howden

New to Naturopathy?

Naturopathic medicine treats people by enhancing their innate vitality. Naturopaths are trained to assess and enhance one's "Vital Force" from which all life arises. In Chinese medicine this is concept is called Qi and in Ayuvedic medicine it is called Prana.

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Why Probiotics may be the Last Thing You Need!
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Why Probiotics may be the Last Thing You Need!

Building a better microbiome will have a lasting and positive effect on your whole health.

Let me share with you some tips on why this is important and how you can achieve excellent results.

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Concepts of Chinese Medicine: Part 1. Holism
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Concepts of Chinese Medicine: Part 1. Holism

Chinese Medicine (CM) is more than 2000 years old with a rich history of change and development within the many dynasty periods. Central to CM is the concept of holism, how things function in relation to each other.

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Building a Better Microbiome
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Building a Better Microbiome

The human microbiome (MB) is simply fantastic! It is made up from a combination of micro-organisms including, bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa etc that exist in and on the surfaces of your body.

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Food as Medicine
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Food as Medicine

Navigating your way through the supermarket…

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What to Do When your Children Don't Heal
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

What to Do When your Children Don't Heal

Isn't it frustrating that no matter what you do your kids can't seem to shift that cold, sniffle or digestive complaint. Do you get fed up with being told "they'll grow out of it" or, "now they're at daycare you have to expect them to get sick frequently". It's hardly reassuring is it….

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The Human Microbiome
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

The Human Microbiome

Our vitality and wellness is intimately connected to a healthy functioning Microbiome

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Inflammatory Eczema...The Guts of the Matter
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Inflammatory Eczema...The Guts of the Matter

Right now we are experiencing a dramatic increase in the number of babies and children who are developing eczema. This uncomfortable condition is largely driven by an immune imbalance that is mediated via the digestive system.

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Holistic Allergy Medicine
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Holistic Allergy Medicine

Lily is fives years old and complains of consistent tummy pain and discomfort which has been going on for over a year.  Her appetite is diminished and her skin is blotchy, red and itchy to the point of disrupting her sleep. Her mother is also concerned that Lily’s immune system is low since she frequently picks up colds and has a constant running nose.  A food sensitivity test reveals that Lily is intolerant to Casein, Gliadin and chicken eggs.  Welcome to the world of or food sensitivity or intolerance.

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Cortisone's Ill Effects on your Child's Skin
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Cortisone's Ill Effects on your Child's Skin

The irony with Cortisone cream is that it is probably doing more harm than good.  While it may provide short-term relief, long-term use can thin the skin and make it more susceptible to damage

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Understanding Chronic Ear Infections
Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA Dr Tim Howden ND BHSc MNHAA

Understanding Chronic Ear Infections

For children unfortunate enough to suffer these painful and debilitating infections natural medicine offers a clear path to ceasing the vicious cycle.

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