Posts by Gloria Cicchini
What to Do for Chronic Threadworm Infections in Children
Intestinal worms – particularly threadworm (also called pinworm) – are a very common and often persistent issue in childhood. If you feel like your child just keeps getting worms no matter what you do, you’re not alone. Up to 40% of children in Australia are infected at any one time, with the average age of…
Read MoreIs Your Child Ready to See a Naturopath? What to Know Before you Book
As a parent, it’s only natural to want the best support for your child especially when it comes to their health. Naturopathy can offer a beautiful, holistic approach to wellness, but there are a few situations where it might not be the first step in your journey. This blog isn’t about turning you away, it’s…
Read MoreWhat Is Elderberry Syrup? Benefits, Safety for Kids & a Simple DIY Recipe
Today I’m sharing one of my favourite child-friendly recipes for winter bugs and wellness, Elderberry Syrup. This is a great, simple remedy to have on hand as the cooler weather arrives. Elderberry syrup is something I like to prepare just before flu season hits, and I usually start giving it to my family as a…
Read MoreGENERAL GUIDELINES FOR HEALTHY EATING
THE BENEFITS OF OMEGA 3s Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are beneficial fats, essential in maintaining good health. Since EFAs cannot be made in the body, they must be ingested daily, through diet and supplementation. There are two families of EFAs: omega-3 and omega-6. Omega-3 EFAs are crucial to maintain optimal health. And can help with…
Read MoreIt’s Hayfever Season
Hayfever and allergy season is underway and many people are visiting my clinic for natural ways to get rid of their hayfever symptoms. Hayfever is a part of a cluster of problems that tend to go hand in hand under the banner of atopy. Atopic diseases include sinusitis, seasonal allergies, eczema and environmental allergies to…
Read MoreHow to promote hair growth, naturally
Many clients come to see me concerned that their hair is falling out or has thinned over time. When they go to their doctor, they are told that their bloodwork is normal, and to try minoxidil. While the minoxidil route is fine to follow, there are some more natural alternatives to use alongside or instead…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of consuming Soy in the diet
I find I regularly need to reassure my clients about the benefits of including soy into their diet due to the enormous amount of misinformation about it on the internet and social media. I am not entirely sure what started the misinformation off, however when I was completing my honours degree, one of the research…
Read MoreTonsils – to remove or not to remove
Many children have enlarged tonsils and adenoids which can make them more prone to catching bugs at school and can also cause sleep issues for many kids. Tonsil and adenoidectomy is one of the most common surgeries performed in children – but is it always necessary? My advice is to delay and try all other options before resorting to surgery.
Read MoreThe benefits of red light therapy
The benefits of red light therapy
Read MoreWays to treat reflux naturally
Reflux is a common condition clients see a naturopath in Perth about. Mainstream medicine usually treats the symptoms with a class of medicine called a proton pump inhibitor. The problem with these medications is that over time, they compound the problem by causing a bacterial imbalance in the gut. These medicines when used long term,…
Read MoreThe causes of iron deficiency and how to treat it naturally
A Naturopaths guide to getting to the root cause of women and children’s iron deficiency anaemia.
Read MoreCalcium For Kids – How To Boost Their Intake
Are you concerned about whether your child is getting enough calcium in their diet? Calcium for kids can be a challenge, particularly if they are intolerant to dairy. But you can take some simple steps to boost their intake. Let’s talk about calcium for kids Many parents face the challenge of getting calcium into their…
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