Our beautiful Christmas issue has wonderful gifting ideas for the festive season, loads of information on coconuts and their many health benefits, how to be your fittest ever in 2016, getting through the Christmas season 'un-scathed', as well as pre-vacation preparation and nutrition during fertility – to mention but a few.

This issue we’re celebrating our 150th issue! We look at enhancing memory retention, remedies every home should have, bone health, detoxing. We also take a look at the nasties in your cleaning products and cosmetics, the sunscreen minefield and how to spice up your sex life.

In this month’s issue we take a look at children and their habits, whether being thin is the same as being fit, the do’s and don’ts of sunscreen, and cystitis. We also take a look at going solar, good nutrition, the importance of nutrient density in a balanced diet, and music as a therapy for Parkinson’s patients. We’re also introducing our new aromatherapy column in which we discuss aromatherapy essential oils.

This month’s issue focuses on a holistic approach to different lifestyle and chronic conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and asthma, and how marijuana can be used as medicine for HIV. We look at preparing your child for exams through nutritional supplementation, as well as some yoga poses which you can do with them at home. Also, featured in this issue we look at natural progesterone creams, borderline alcoholism, vegan athletes and using chiropractics on children.

Great articles in your spring issue. We cover topics on 'Teenage stress solutions' nearing exams time, 'Hidden sugars in food' is what we all want to know about. Other topics featuring are 'The best dietry choices for IBS, Spotlight on varicose veins, Natural skin peels, Expert advice on brain food and many more. Get a copy now.

Your new issue of Natural Medicine Magazine has arrived.  We cover topics like the beauty benefits of Argan oil, how to care for elderly from hip to toe. Other great reads to explore... 'Let your energy levels determine your age' ;Yoga in the worplace; Phsycology of the injured athlete; tissue salts for healthy living and loads more.

Our July issue offers expertly-written articles on a variety of important health topics. July is Mental Health Awareness Month and we feature an excellent piece on bipolar mood disorder. For those who are struggling to kick the smoking habit, enjoy Patrick Holford’s comprehensive article on cutting your cravings. Other great reads include How to Keep your Dog Fit in Winter; Pregnancy Yoga; Adverse Childhood Experiences (and their impact in adulthood); and Youth in Permaculture. Enjoy all this and more.

The first ever Pan African Congress of Integrative Medicine was recently held at Spier Estate, Stellenbosch, and its success is outlined in the Editor’s letter of this, our June issue. Read about Professor Dan Burke’s exciting cancer research and the related health benefits of curcumin and salvestrols. We also feature fascinating articles on brain nutrition; the benefits of listening to classical music in the classroom; oestrogen metabolism and more.

This issue takes into consideration the immense stress our beloved nation is under – pick up some tips on how to cope with day-to-day stressors, how to use yoga to destress, and how adaptogens can support a stressed system. We also feature useful articles on managing menopause naturally, treating Candida and the benefits of low level laser therapy. Enjoy all this and more.

With winter on the horizon, our April issue has pertinent information regarding immune support and help for osteoarthritis. Other excellent articles deal with inflammation, acne and nutrition, meditation for addiction, and fats and oils. You will also have great fun in preparing Chef Christiaan’s delectable Easter recipes! This issue is dedicated to the much-loved late Margaret Roberts, pioneering herbalist, who leaves behind a legacy of plant knowledge. She will be so missed.

Our March issue covers a wide variety of topics. We offer answers to reader queries regarding colon health as well as potentially serious eye conditions. You can also read about how to overcome insomnia, how to take good care of your liver, how to cater to your individual hormone needs, and, if you are elderly, which supplements you should be taking. You will also love our article on the health benefits of the beach and our article on exercise addiction. Enjoy all this and more!

Our February issue is full of natural, delicious goodness. Read about the green goodness of the ever-faithful avocado, the delights of healthy dark chocolate, and the wonderful art of making real bread – the way it should be prepared and the way it should taste. We also offer easy steps to combat stress and how to achieve balance in life with a blend of yoga and wine. Enjoy all this and more.

Our January issue focuses on how to be as stress free as possible in 2017. Read about natural solutions for IBS; how to recognise stress symptoms and how to tackle stress best through nutrition, diet and exercise. There’s a lot in this issue for children as well: We offer you great lunchbox ideas and lots of tips on how to help your child ease into the first term of school. Don’t miss out on all this and more.

There have been some exciting developments at Natural Medicine and they are all revealed between the pages of our December issue: Editor Daleen Totten has acquired two companies, Pixel Foundry and Capture Guru, to visually enhance and bring our publication to life through the power of film. We also have a new Chef’s Corner which features the culinary masterpieces of Boschendal executive chef Christiaan Campbell. Create a wonderful Christmas meal with his featured recipes in this issue. You will also be inspired by Boschendal's restoration to maintain and nurture the beauty of this iconic estate. Then regular yogi columnist Sharni Quinn guides you through the 108 sun salutations for summer solstice on 21 December. Read also about the myths of skin cancer and the sun; how to reduce hair loss and much more.

Our November issue focuses on some highly relevant health issues. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Prof Bhikha's hard-hitting article explores the link between this condition and the heart. Read about: How to deal with exam stress at this time of year; help your child with yoga therapy;  ​sing your troubles away; de-stress your howling dog and much more.

Our October issue is brimming with info. on detoxing your skin as well as your body, spring cleaning your home with ‘green products’ and some healthy omega rich recipes.  Interested in planting a herb garden? Or managing Burnout? Look no further.  October is also Breast Cancer awareness month, read more about controversies in screening.

Our beautiful Spring issue is out! Learn more about 'Your Genes and your Weight', ‘ Solutions for Acne’, ‘Cell Phones & Brain Tumours’ and our ‘Ed’s Report on BIORON’.  It’s allergy season; read about solutions for those that suffer, juicing to help hay fever and allergies in cats and dogs.  A beautiful cover, for a beautiful season! 

Our August issue is brimming full, as always, with naturally healthy information.  Read more about natural solutions for a stubborn cold, the beauty benefits of plant oils, Shiitake mushrooms and a brilliant piece on bullies.  Don’t miss out.

Our beautiful new July issue is full of Winter warming recipes and flu busting tips.  We take a look at insomnia and other sleep related disorders, hormonal imbalances and the ‘true’ cost of our clothing.  Our Children’s Corner spotlights the importance of play, how yoga raises energy levels and much more..

June is here, and this issue is packed full of info. on fighting colds and flu, probiotics, maximising your chances to conceive and more on the wonder of water!  Our kitchen apothecary article gives great advice on dealing with the sniffels by using what you have in your cupboards, and Juice Master, Jason Vale brings us flu fighting smoothies.

Our May issue is brimming full of spicy recipes, Low-GI food ideas and power smoothies.  Read more on the wonder of water birth, managing inflammation and leaky gut syndrome.  We continue with our ‘water’ journey and look into how safe our water really is.  There is also a fascinating feature on Buchu as a natural remedy. Enjoy!

Follow the sun and transform your life with Yoga in our April issue. Explore mineral make-up and read up on the agony and answers of Arthritis.  If you like juicing there is a special treat for the kids and much more!

Our March issue is full of healthy recipes using chocolate to delight your senses.  Also read about Spirulina and how it can improve exercise, toxic texting, pregnancy yoga, children’s and animal health, and as always, much much more!

The new year is under way, and our February issue keeps moving forward with ’10 Simple Rules for Healthy Weight Loss’, ‘Yoga According to the Seasons’, ‘Obesity in Children’, as well as some interesting points on ‘Overcoming Depression’, Hormone Replacement Therapy’ and 'Paleo VS Plant' – not to be missed!

The January issue is full of back to school tips and new year ideas. Read about feeding your family well, packing good lunch boxes and clearing out your pantry. We also discuss belly busting strategies, joint disease in animals, the threat of mobile phones and how to become a master of cause and effect. Don’t miss it!

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