Medicine Chest

CHANNEL 4 | from 7 Jan 2009

In this series Naturopath Annelie Whitfield shows us how to create natural remedies to help combat common everyday ailments. Each episode demonstrates the healing properties of plants and herbs as well as offering some interesting folkore into how these ingredients have been used in medicine for centuries the world over.

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Pilot Episode | Colds and Flu

Colds and Flu

We all suffer from colds and flu but when it comes to the world of natural medicine there are more remedies than you can imagine. Here are three very effective remedies to fight off these common ailments ...

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Episode 1 | Jet lag

Jan 7 2009, 12.30pm on C4

Jet lag

We all love traveling but from time to time we suffer from jet lag; long haul is the worst but if you look after yourself before, during and after the flight, it makes all the difference. There are many natural ways to beat jet lag...

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Episode 2 | Insomnia

Jan 8 2009, 12.30pm on C4

Insomnia

is something we'll probably all suffer from at some point during our lives, whether it's due to stress, hormones or the joy of a new baby. But there are plenty of natural remedies that can help you get a good night's sleep...

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Episode 3 | Anti-aging

Jan 9 2009, 12.30pm on C4

Anti-aging

The key to looking and feeling younger is natural remedies; we need longevity enhancing anti-oxidants. This can be easily found in many fresh fruits and vegetables that should be included in every day diets...

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Episode 4 | Psoriasis and Eczema

Jan 14 2009, 12.30pm on C4

Psoriasis and Eczema

Many of us have complaints of dry, flaky and itchy skin conditions; but there are lots of natural remedies and dietary changes that can make all the difference. Manuka honey is absolutely brilliant for dry skin conditions...

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Episode 5 | Arthritis

Jan 22 2009, 12.30pm on C4

Arthritis

simply means joints inflammation and osteoarthritis is the most common - this can cause pain, stiffness and even tissue swelling. You need to be looking at foods and natural remedies that can reduce inflammation.

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