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By Geoff Garlinge

Q: Every year around this time my family and I suffer with head colds, sore throats and annoying coughs that can last for up to a month. I’m totally over using medications that don’t work and cause drowsiness. I realise that taking them as adults is bad enough and though I’ve too easily & often resorted to it, giving them to kids along with their side effects is far worse. So my question is can you recommend any natural remedies that really work, but are also fairly easy to take (the kids & I are real sooks when it comes to taking yucky medicine – and to be honest so am I)? A: You’re understandably frustrated and concerned, but don’t be too hard on yourself for having done what the majority of the population does. The problem is that we’re conditioned to reach for drugs as a supposedly sustainable health strategy. While still barely able to speak, infants are told “we’re going to the doctor today because we’re sick”, which basically means “we’ll get an antibiotic that will strip the good healthy bacteria from our gut and compromise our immune system going forward” – when daily encouragement to stay well naturally by eating real food, getting fresh air, adequate exercise & supplementing wherever necessary, would in general reduce GP visits to occasional routine check-ups. Unless a wellness mindset is passed on, the fact that prevention is actually far better than cure is sadly missed and the vicious cycle continues. As the old song said “teach your children well” - it will be the best investment you ever make.

product even caused her to suffer a horrible violent reaction. As a typical self conscious teenager, she’s really struggling to cope and so we’re really desperate to find a solution that will allow her to enjoy her teenage years. Are you able to help? A: Acne is basically a hormonally induced bacterial infection of the sebaceous glands. Immune factors also play an integral part in the condition, as does the entrapment of oil under blocked pores, resulting in the rapid growth of bacteria. Typically occurring between the ages of 11 and 29, at its worst Acne can certainly be demoralising, especially to young people. Drug strategies are harsh to say the least and your daughter’s experience is unfortunately far too commonplace. Thankfully there is now a natural Acne treatment in a 100% herbal formula known as ACNE CLEAR. Developed by an Australian research teamof doctors, this unique formula has the remarkable ability to stimulate immune function, reduce oily facial skin excretion, as well as to kill bacteria whilst improving blood circulation and enhancing skin health. Used in combination with both oral and topical application of standardised PROPOLIS and Vitamin C, ACNE CLEAR will provide a safe and effective strategy to help your daughter to break free and embrace life with confidence. BEE POLLEN will be the perfect addition to assist her towards achieving her optimal glowing complexion. Taken regularly, BEE POLLEN promotes radiant healthy skin from within, as well as offering the bonus of increased energy levels, plus better digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Here are some tips for maintaining your whole family’s health &wellbeing on a daily basis... • Start each day with organic lemon in warm water & Jarrah 35+ Honey with ACV • All take small qty of the amazing Lactoferrin in Jalna organic Yoghurt/with fruit • Everyone over 2 years should take Olive leaf Extract Activate+ Probiotic Liquid/caps • Shake Vitamin C & Maqui Berry Activate Powder into 100% Pure Cherry Juice • Take genuine standardised Propolis and Kyolic capsules or liquid • Give all 2+ a course of Artemisia Plus to eliminate parasites++ & improve digestion • Remove all processed & sugar- filled pseudo foods from your pantry • KEEP HYDRATED via regularly drinking filteredwater &Coconut Probiotic formula • Enjoy wholefoods including 80% fruit & veg, fish, nuts, seeds + plenty of VB Chias Ps – FYI Jarrah & Maqui taste great and the Olive leaf Activate is well received by kids too.☺ Q: My teenage daughter has been battling severe acne for the past 5 years since she was 12 and is as a result extremely distressed. We’ve spent a small fortune on various pathetic pharmaceutical preparations, having tried all the standard treatments on offer with no success. One big name

© 2017 GEOFF GARLINGE Dip. HC MRA (Medical Reg. Aust) - Geoff Garlinge is a Certified Health Counsellor, Nutritional and Nutraceutical Cancer Support Specialist & consultant to Australian University research facilities and the Natural Health Industry. With over 25 years experience in the field, Geoff has lectured with doctors, pharmacists & CM Practitioners concerning natural health strategies. The author of many articles in national publications and founder of AUSTRALIA’S OWN which he has headed up for the past 20 years, Geoff may be contacted there on 1300 888 012

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