ADRENAL FATIGUE
In spite of the pandemic of people suffering from adrenal fatigue, there is still no official ‘diagnosis’ or even recognition in the medical community, whereas natural health practitioners recognize it as adrenal insufficiency or ‘burnout’ due to chronic stress. Your adrenal glands are two tiny walnut-shaped glands witting on top of your kidneys but they […]
Drugs for Bone Density
If you have been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, chances are you’ve been prescribed a bisphosphonate drug. But sadly, bisphosphonates (BP) are not all they are ‘cracked’ up to be (no pun intended!) Bisphosphonates & Femur Fractures. According to a published study, BPs – a drug millions of women take to ‘strengthen’ their bones – […]
Better than botox
Collagen declines with age, and for this reason research into collagen has exploded in the past few years. I decided a some years ago to womble around and look at what’s available in the collagen line, and sadly I was flabbergasted at the additives and all I saw in the products on the shelves. I […]
Recovery from COVID-19
A lovely ICU nurse recently tested positive for Covid-19 around 8 July, even though she was wearing PPEs (my heart goes out to these brave heroes who care for those of us in ICU). She has kindly agreed that I can share what she sent me in a private message this morning. I do hope […]
Cellulite
When it comes to cellulite it helps to be male – only 10% of men have cellulite compared to >85% of women. Life’s not fair. The reason is the connective tissue in men’s thighs. Men have a criss-cross structure whereas women’s tends to be more linear. Imagine a chicken-wire fence compared to a picket fence. […]
Are you collagen deficient?
In the same way that eggs ‘bind’ cake ingredients together when you make a cake, so collagen is the ‘glue’ or binding agent which holds your cells together so effectively. Collagen enables your skin to move flexibly, and to bounce back into place when you press it. Now – just imagine this glue “drying up” […]
12 Scientifically backed health benefits of vitamin C:
There really is NOTHING like Vitamin C, there really isn’t: Powerful Immune Stimulant Lowers Hypertension according to studies Fights Against Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Protects Against Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Fights Type 2 Diabetes Used in Cancer Prevention especially cancers of the oesophagus, oral cavity, stomach, and pancreas. Lifts mood and improves libido Wards off […]
The thyroid gland
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that produces hormones, which play a key role in regulating your heartbeat, breathing, and many other functions. Spotting thyroid disease early is so important as caught early, treatment can prevent complications. When thyroid disease goes untreated for years, it can lead to a dangerously slow (or […]
How to take this?
I get plenty of requests asking how to take a certain supplement – so I put this together – hope you find it helpful https://sallyanncreed.co.za/how-to-take-sally-anns-creeds-…/ The body of research on Type 2 Collagen (as found in Super CollagenT2) is clear as a safe and natural option to visibly reduce common signs of photo-ageing. It has […]
BAD VEINS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE
Have you ever noticed a squiggly spider vein on your cheek, nose or thigh? It starts with one and then suddenly you have a few more. Most people will eventually get them somewhere on their body (typically on the legs). Age is not always a factor although the older you are the more you’re likely […]
How to “Fix” a Pinched Nerve
We’ve all been there (well if you are over 35 you probably have been), that horrible pain you get in your back, neck or sciatica, it’s not pleasant. So here are some thoughts on how you can address this. The main suggestion being to follow a collagen-rich ‘repair’ diet. Collagen: As you get older […]
Power duo for sports, weight loss and anti-ageing
Two supplements are invaluable in this equation: Glutamine and Collagen! These two form the power duo for sports. Exercise causes a form of increased metabolic stress and quickly depletes glutamine in the body and if levels fall too low, it can have extremely damaging effects on the body. Pure glutamine is better than the […]
