Are there any dietary guidelines that encourage growth?
Growth problems can be due to the pituitary and/or thyroid gland not functioning properly, so check with her GP. Cod liver oil has the vitamin A and D needed for tissue and bone growth; kelp will help if any iodine deficiency is affecting the thyroid. Deficiencies of zinc, calcium and magnesium can also cause growth problems. B complex, especially vitamin B6, promotes the uptake of amino acids for proper growth. For a local nutritionist, call the Institute of Optimum Nutrition, 020-8877 9993 www.patrickholford.com. Two years ago, I had chemotherapy for breast cancer and now suffer from hot sweats. Are there natural remedies? I, too, suffered from hot sweats for years after chemotherapy. I think it’s due to the very strong drugs affecting the endocrine system, causing disruption in uniform hormone release, in particular by the ovaries. Sage can help to reduce hot sweats. Three times a day, drink ‘tea’ made with boiling water and one teaspoon of finely chopped fresh sage. Homeopathy help
