Allergies, immunity and infections

Refined, processed and bleached salts are the issue, setting off an immune reaction, this study shows. Our  bodies are not designed to processed refined sodium chloride. However, when a salt has dozens of minerals such  as in rose-coloured crystals of Himalayan rock salt or the grey texture of  Celtic salt, our bodies benefit from its inclusion in our  diet.

Here is another useful HubPages article by Debby Bruck outlining the main indicated homeopatic remedies for croup and coughs and colds, particularly in infants in children. Also see our Perth clinic pages: www.cottnat.com.au/childrens-problems-treatment.asp and www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-colds-flu-and-viruses-Perth.asp  

Studies before have shown that antibiotic use in the first twelve months have led to an increased incidence of asthma. Now this study confirms the link with another atopic disease, eczema. When homeopathy is so effective for childhood infections, antibiotics should only be used as a last resort. See our Perth clinic page: www.cottnat.com.au/babies-and-infants-treatment.asp and also the page on eczema: www.cottnat.com.au/eczema-and-dermatitis-treatment-perth.asp

This article explains the role of inflammation in autoimmune disease and how to treat it from the holistic medical perspectiveof "functional medicine". At our Perth naturopathic clinic we may suggest some of these steps, but find that constitutional homeopathy has an important part to play in the healing process...

In a word, yes. Research shows that mushrooms support and strengthen the immune system, have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, restrict blood vessel growth feeding tumours, and help program their cell death (apoptosis). They also have antiviral and antibacterial effects and help cancer drugs work more effectively at lower doses.

As it is now winter in Australia, our Perth clinic gears up for the influx of colds, influenza and other complications. This is a good article by British GP and homeopath Russell Malcolm. It stresses the importance of accurate prescribing, where homeopathy can work wonders and avoid the need for antibiotics. See our page: http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-colds-flu-and-viruses-Perth.asp 

This is important new research conducted in Italy which shows positive results of homeopathy in upper respiratory tract infections and acute bronchitis...

We shouldn't forget that nature heals. In this study the vast majority of women recovered from urinary tract infections without antibiotic treatment. At this Perth clinic we aid the body's healing response with naturopathic strategies and homeopathic treatment:

http://www.cottnat.com.au/cystitis-treatment-perth.asp 

This is another study to add to the growing number that show the beneficial effects of sun exposure and Vitamin D. In the last twenty years or so we have been made to be totally paranoid about the sun, and have become separated from nature in so many other ways. At this clinic, we use homeopathic treatment for asthma, but also look at how diet and lifestyle impact on health. Our approach to asthma is described on the page:

http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-asthma-perth.asp 

Linlee Jordan, Sydney practititioner whom I know personally, is one of the most experienced Australian homeopaths specialising in children's problems. Here she outlines some basic advice for home treatment of ear problems, specifically glue ear in kids. But don't forget to see your local homeopath for specific treatment. Also see our page: http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-ear-infections-and-glue-ear-perth.asp 

This is yet another study showing that isopathic homeopathic allergens, in this case combined with histamine in potency have an effect in allergies. It is not classical homeopathy, but it shows the effect of potentised substances. See the page on our site: www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-allergies-perth.asp

This page includes a range of studies that show positive effects in the individualised homeopathic treatment of asthma. We commonly treat this problem at our Perth naturopathic clinic. See our website: http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-asthma-perth.asp 

This article explains why chronic sinus infections are not only resistant to antibiotics, but also why antibiotics inevitably worsen the problem. The pathogenic fungal form of candida albicans has been found by the Mayo Clinic study to be the likely cause of all these problems. It is not an allergic reaction but an immune reaction. Refer also to our Perth clinic page: www.cottnat.com.au/candida-treatment.asp

Malaria is a troublesome disease in Chhattisgarh, claiming about 45 lives each year. A research conducted on "Efficacy of Chininum sulphuricum 200 in prevention of malaia 2011" has shown a remarkable decline of over 53% in cases of the disease in field test areas...

This article covers the basics of ear infections, what causes them, why kids get them more frequently, and nutrients and natural treatments that may help. In some studies, antibiotics have proven no better than watchful waiting, and in other placebo controlled trials homeopathy has been shown to be effective, as reported on our Perth clinic page: www.naturopath-perth.com.au/homeopathy-and-naturopathic-treatment-of-ear-infections-and-glue-ear-perth.html and the page on our main site: www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-ear-infections-and-glue-ear-perth.asp

This research further illustrates a fundamental flaw in modern medicine. Our symbiotic relationship with the rest of nature should be respected...

This article from the BHA shows how homeopathy deals successfully with allergies and intolerances. In our Perth clinic we see similar cases daily. See our page:

http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-allergies-perth.asp 

The exact causes of asthma are not understood. These studies suggest that changes in nutritional status in recent decades have something to do with the increase. A "Mediterranean diet" rich in vegetables, polyphenols, flavonoids, beta carotene and other antioxidants, olive oil and fish reduces incidence. At our Perth clinic we do suggest dietary changes along these lines, take into account allergens and use constitutional and acute homeopathic medicine. See the page: http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-asthma-perth.asp  

This page contains a summary of positive research results of homeopathy in three separate areas of infection: viral infections, otitis media in children and upper respiratory tract infections...

These case studies by Vaish Sathasivam illustrate the potency of homeopathy in epidemic diseases. Echinacea is a plant used by both homeopaths and herbalists on similar indications, and this work helps to refine our homeopathic understanding

This recent investigation adds to many others that report positive effects on homeopathy in asthma, especially when individually prescribed by trained and experienced practitioners.It is a condition we see consistent results with at our Perth clinic. See: http://www.cottnat.com.au/treatment-of-asthma-perth.asp