In this issue

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.

Feeding the Brain and Slowing Its Ageing

‘If the human brain were so simple that we could understand it, we would be so simple that we couldn’t.’ ~ Emerson M Pugh This article attempts to explain how this complex and precious organ works and suggests how we can keep it working optimally.

7 mins

8 Common Mistakes New Puppy Owners Make

Getting a new puppy is an exciting journey, but it’s worth keeping in mind that it’s also a long-term commitment!

5 mins

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Natural Medicine South Africa Magazine Description:

For more than 15 years, Natural Medicine has been dedicated to inspiring and guiding the general public and practitioners across all modalities on the uses and benefits of complementary and integrative medicine.

A panel of independent experts, consisting of doctors and other healthcare professionals, write our objective, specialist articles from practical experience. As a result, Natural Medicine delivers the industry’s most credible information.

As people across multiple demographic groups become increasingly aware of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, we see a growing trend toward self-medication and increased confidence in natural products, which are led by well-known brands.