Acid reflux is often experienced differently in children and teens than it is in adults. Along with a wide range of symptoms, kids typically tell parents they have “fire in the belly and throat,” a sign of acid reflux and not simply a stomach ache. Always take it seriously. Persistent reflux can erode tooth enamel, […]
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Without a doubt, we are experiencing more burnout and fatigue today than ever before. In some ways, it’s an epidemic in and of itself. Many of us are facing some level of challenges due to social isolation, financial strain, health challenges and increasing mental health struggles. Very likely you, or someone you know, has said […]
When those painful, itchy patches of eczema and psoriasis erupt, doctors of natural medicine ask, ‘what is causing this condition to present at this time?’ The Greek translation of eczema means “to boil out,” so the question makes sense: holistic physicians look for the underlying root causes that bring about these skin eruptions. Although they […]
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), one of the most common endocrine (hormone) disorders, affects approximately 10 million women of all races and ethnic groups worldwide. It’s the leading cause of infertility in women and can present at any life stage – from puberty through post-menopause. Most women with PCOS will have cysts on the ovaries, but […]
Mitochondria is a hot topic these days. As naturopathic physicians, we are thought to look at not just the big picture but the processes that cause ageing- good ageing and poor ageing. The health of our organs and other systems in the body keep us functioning optimally. But, what keeps these organs and other systems […]
The Cleansing waves of the body called Migrating motor complex ( MMC) are body’s natural mechanism to reduce the bacterial overgrowth in stomach and small intestine. When things are not moving downwards, it can lead to symptoms such as bloating, distension, constipation, belching, nausea, […]
A Naturopathic Child is a Healthy Child! Naturopathic medicine and natural remedies work very well in children from infancy through adolescence. Effective Natural Solutions Children tend to respond very well to the safe and gentle approach of natural medicine. Because they haven’t been around as long as adults, very often identifying the root cause and […]
Virus, Our Immune System, and Natural Health Dr Kamat Singapore Naturopathic Medicine What TherapyMost people think of infections as something that happens acutely. The most common viruses that cause a common cold or a stomach virus often have a distinct beginning and an end. We are sick, get better, and move on.. However, in chronic […]
Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct healing art that combines the use of nature’s wisdom with rigors of modern science. It is not simply the application of evidence based herbs, food and therapies, but the main goal is to build health through investigating and treating the root cause of the imbalance. It involves use of natural […]
Chronic infections (viral, bacterial or protozoal) like EBV, HHV strep, or lyme, genetic mutations, dysbiosis, heavy metal or environmental toxicities are few of the common out of many root causes of Chronic disease and autoimmunity. I am one of a small number of doctors on the island working in this emerging science of chronic disease […]