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Subject	Date Asked
Hair Loss	9/8/2011
Q: I'm 21 years old female. I've been having hair loss recently (but i gotta admit that I've been ... A: I dn't know about the astor oil I know rosemary oil is good and some treatments like castor oil I ...
Yeast infections, cystic acne, GI problems... Help!	8/30/2011
Q: I'm a 27 year old woman living in the Caribbean on a long-term volunteer assignment. About six ... A: So a research on leaky gut syndrome. See if this fits your symtoms. You may have a bacterial ...
vitex	5/15/2011
Q: I was diagnosed wit pco 2 years ago but have regular periods and no symptoms apart from the doctors ... A: The herb itself will not do the changes you are looking for. How's the diet I would get off red ...
mind	3/23/2011
Q: Do you answer questions relating to healing mental illness with natural means. Thank you Cristelle A: Sometimes the mind can become muddled from toxins in the body. So I would suggest you cleanse a ...
Deep Breathing	3/21/2011
Q: I have been attending a clinic for pain management. one of the things we are doing is some deep ... A: It relaxes and releases cortisol from your adrenals for pain relief. Stress can be a major cause of ...
sleep aid	2/19/2011
Q: i a have cronic insommnia/currently on xanax and remeron.looked up best sleeping aids .com they ... A: You asked about homeopathic medicine and I am not a homeopathic doctor. I am an herbalit and I ...
red yeast rice	11/24/2010
Q: I can't take large pills or capsules so when I take red yeast rice I take it from the capsule and ... A: You could try to increase the meletonin or try passions flower tea one hour before bed or in ...
vitamins	11/8/2010
Q: I recently read an article from dr. John McDougall about the dangers of taking vitamins: ... A: I do believe in taking viatmins and supplements. As long as you are taking good quaility and not too ...
right foot injury	10/3/2010
Q: my right foot was injured almost a year ago by kicking it against a staircase accidentaly... I was ... A: The herb scullcap Tka e 6 a day capsules helps to regenerate nerves Also b Complex and calcium ...
should I seek eastern medicine or what?	9/15/2010
Q: 47 years old. western medicine is not helping. can you please help? God bless. Female hx: ... A: It sound like you need a whole lifestyle change and dietary change. The best think I can think of ...
dong quai / red clover blend	9/9/2010
Q: Will taking dong quai or red clover decrease the effectiveness of my birth control? I've looked up ... A: There probably hasn't been enough studies done on this. I would say no but if you are trying to ...
Can Chinese medicine cure chest infection?	7/19/2010
Q: After walking under the rain two years ago, my mother began to develop the chest infection. The most ... A: Milk and dairy can be very mucus forming for some people. Milk is made for cows that have a larger ...
Can Chinese medicine cure chest infection?	7/17/2010
Q: After walking under the rain two years ago, my mother began to develop the chest infection. The most ... A: I don't know much about Chinese medicine . I know that homepathic is very helpful but I couldn't ...
acid-forming dairy	6/21/2010
Q: Is it true that milk and other dairy products are acid forming foods, and therefore take calcium ... A: Yes that is true only because our bodies are not equipped to break down the proteins and calcium in ...
Depression and anxiety	6/9/2010
Q: I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and anxiety. I was prescribed lexapro and then ... A: You need to look at diet as well not just the herbs Cutting out sugar and drinking more water for ...
Gastroparesis (lazy stomach)	6/6/2010
Q: Jayne Do you know of any herbs I could try for this condition? I have suffered from an uncomfortable ... A: It really depends on your diet. Do you eat healthy fruits veggies whole grains. Drink with your ...
Cholesterol 308	4/28/2010
Q: recent paramed suggested have cholesterol readings at 308. Since I am 5'3" at 132 lbs that seemed ... A: We would have to go over everything you eat and you may want to see a naturopathic doctor to tell ...
Frequent Urination	4/18/2010
Q: About 3 months ago I started developing "frequent urination". It wasnt so bad during the day but ... A: I think you need to see a holistc naturopathic doctor or an acupuncurtist. I don't think they ...
hypertension & allergic reaction	3/22/2010
Q: I have high blood pressure. Is there anything you can do to bring it down? Also, I had a bad food ... A: I really can't tell you what you are allergic to. It could hve been anything but without seeing you ...
tongue coating	11/20/2009
Q: I am experiencing a fury whiteish yellowish coating on my tongue. It appears to be kind of thick and ... A: It sounds like you have a toxice system. I would recommend you do a liver cleanse. go to the health ...
Multiple Lipoma - BodyBuilding/Diet ???	11/10/2009
Q: I am Karthik. My age is 26. My height is 175 cms and my Weight is 154 pounds. One year back my ... A: Everything is related to diet. I would do a few cleanses. You may have too much protein. I would ...
question	9/15/2009
Q: i have had a bleeding ulcer for 12 years right now its bugging me alot cause i barely started going ... A: Try aloe juice 4 oz. twice a day for a while and see if that helpls You can also try slippery elm in ...
determining yeast in the body	8/20/2009
Q: A friend shared with me today that according to her Naturopath, her aching joints and general ... A: The health food store or whole foods has lots of products that can help. I can't name them all I ...
pre-menapause	8/16/2009
Q: I KNOW I have perimenapause....what can I do about the mood swings and the belly fat that has ... A: Tammy I don't know how old you are but have you ever considered a cleanse. You would feel soo good ...
HOW TO CLEANSE WHILE BREASTFEEDING	8/9/2009
Q: IS THERE ANY HERB I CAN USE FOR CLEANING OUT TOXINS IN THE BODY SO AS TO JUMPSTART WEIGHT LOSS ... A: Just eat more greens apples fruit melons and drink lots of water . Focus on lean meats and greens ...
medicine	4/13/2009
Q: I have a website on bipolar disorder. I want to include a section on alternative medicine/holistic ... A: You just have to do the searching for sites. I don't know one for now. I have a site that has some ...
Gynecomastia and Hardened Left Testicle	4/10/2009
Q: 1) Can jucing effect a solution for a hardened testicle? I believe it has caused what appears to be ... A: You can try pau d arco and look into miracle mineral.org .The miracle mineral may be helpful Look ...
shatavari herb	3/24/2009
Q: i got married last year. me n my hubby wish to have a baby. but i didnt conceive bcos of my ... A: I don't know that herb Sorry I would try damiana and raw apple cider vinegar 1 tabl to One glass ...
Stomach Issues	3/16/2009
Q: I am 31 years old who has suffered from my stomach for quite some time now. I had colonoscopy’s ... A: You may not have enough enzymes Take enzymes with your meals and stay off the foods you know hurt ...
Herbal medicine-Oregano	3/16/2009
Q: i am Gina Flores and a mother of 5yr old boy whom recently diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, ... A: First of all it is oregano oil that you want and it is hard to extract that from your plants. Have ...
period issues	2/21/2009
Q: I am not ovulating (since stopping birth control). I took Provera once and got a period then had one ... A: Give it a few months I think it is good idea to try. So many things could be a factor Could you see ...
pregnancy supplements	1/18/2009
Q: I'm 36 years old in 13th week of first pregnancy. I've had herpes for 20 years; it is rare for me to ... A: The extra fiber or flaxseed ground is good Also blacstrap molasses is good for constipation. Your ...
Parasites or candida?	1/8/2009
Q: To start off, I'm male, 16. My stomach has been bothering me for about a year now... I decided to ... A: You need to work on the colon Do a colon cleanse or see a colon therapist. They can help you. Or ...
major detox	1/2/2009
Q: im a 48 yr old woman with multiple chronic health issues including stills disease(systemic rheum. ... A: I would look into a product called mms. It will kill any pathogens you may have and most of us have ...
Fibroid Tumors	11/4/2008
Q: I have been diagnosed with non-cancerous Fibroid Tumors in the uterus. They are not real big (the ... A: I would drink Pau d arco tea 3 cups a day and stay off meat and diary for a while. Eat lots of ...
Cleansing the body of toxins	10/30/2008
Q: Since I train 4 days a week (bodybuilding natural of course), muscle contraction will cause several ... A: Bendotite has been used successfully for year for cleansing. It coges deeper than the fiber. ...
Cleansing the body of toxins	10/30/2008
Q: Since I train 4 days a week (bodybuilding natural of course), muscle contraction will cause several ... A: Have you looked into colon cleansing. The best I believe. YOu can get bentonite and pysillium ...
overall health, from head to toe	9/12/2008
Q: Greetings, Jayne. My name is Matthew, I am 22 years old (nearly 23 if you count the time of ... A: That is alot of questoins but I'll try to address them I tell everyone to do a liver cleanse once a ...
Adult Acne	8/13/2008
Q: I am 38 years old and went off birth control pills in October after being on them for 24 years due ... A: I can't help you but I suggest you find a naturopath and go see them. It would be too much for me to ...
garlic, etc	7/31/2008
Q: can garlic cause one to be lightheaded and sensitive to light? Can kelp do the same thing? Even thou ... A: It honestly would be best for you to google it since I don't have everything memorized and I would ...
garlic, etc	7/28/2008
Q: can garlic cause one to be lightheaded and sensitive to light? Can kelp do the same thing? Even thou ... A: It does many things. I believe it balanced your Ph which helps with weight loss. But also many more ...
Vitex help with side affects form using Depo	3/19/2008
Q: I'm 43 and had my last depo shot on 11-08-07. I was only on depo for 15 months. Since my last shot I ... A: I would combine with black cohosh. Wouldn't hurt and if you are low in estrogen it would help. Make ...
Marijuana	2/25/2008
Q: Is marijuana considered an 'herb' for real. As an hebalist do you consider (thc) a viable and/or ... A: I have many times tried it and consider it no way a reliable pain relief. It is an escape herb. And ...
Acne	2/18/2008
Q: I am in my thirties and still dealing with acne. I had this under control with birth control pills ... A: Look into auyvedic medicine. I believe you would beneefit from those therapies. I have heard clove ...
Graves Disease/Hyperthyroidism	1/31/2008
Q: Blessings: Can you offer assistance with the healing of Graves disease/hyperthyroidism. I have had ... A: Throid is associated with speaking your truth. I know that kelp is good for thyroid do some ...
Pimple that will not go away...Parasites?	1/25/2008
Q: i have been dealing with a pimple that looks like a mosquito bite.It popped out suddenly 4 years ... A: I had the same thing for a few years and what worked for me was a product called OPC3 it is a super ...
herb interactions	1/19/2008
Q: I've been taking grape seed extract(OPC) for antioxidant care, and I bought ginkgo boliba capsules ... A: I understand your questions but I don't think there is a problem for you. I would continue the two ...
Herbs, ect.	12/19/2007
Q: First, can you tell me what herbs and dried flowers are good to use in making soaps and bath salts? ... A: I don't know about making soaps and skin care products. I would suggest you get some books as ...
skin problems and underweight	11/4/2007
Q: there are some things that really bring me down.one is that I'm very pale and yellow and the other ... A: Even though you are thin I recommend a cleanse Not a drastic one. Just all veggies and brown rice ...
alternative medicine	11/4/2007
Q: My name is Anna Ormandy. I am a student at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. As part of ... A: I don't trust scientific test of herbs and vitamine. they don't take into account the times the old ...
heart	10/5/2007
Q: what can i take for high bloodpressure? A: Usually caused by a food allergy I would try getting off wheat and take capcicum garlic with parsley ...
Herbs for Cancer	6/20/2007
Q: Have breast cancer and I am taking chemotherapy and I want to do the natural herbs and clean out my ... A: There is lots of information for you on the web about cleansing the body. You can try ...
dandelion root pills	6/15/2007
Q: I've just looked up information regarding dandelion root. I had taken it before a couple of months ... A: Dandelion is a cleanser so I think you may be going through a healing crisis. Not to be concerned. ...
acidic/alkili body	5/27/2007
Q: Is there any truth to this or is it quackery? I do have the symptoms of an overly acidic body. I do ... A: Yes it is truth but as far as the supplements I would have to know what you are trying to accomplish ...
Swollen lower eyelids - bout of allergies	11/29/2006
Q: Nothing seems to work! Exposed to many allergens in April and May(ragweed, grass, pollen, cats, ... A: Go on a cleansing diet of fruits and veggies and hwole grains and nuts for a while No wheat or ...
Ulcerated colitis	10/26/2006
Q: I need some urgent advice I am 39 years old and I have had a relapse of ulcerated colitis and was ... A: I couldn't tell you why. I would have to see you and ask some questions. There are books about diet ...
4+ yeast	10/9/2006
Q: My neice (14 yrs old) has discovered she has a 4+ yeast in her intestines which may be causing her ... A: There are lots of brands of supplements You have to take in capsule form a pro biotic. Take 6-8 a ...
chest pain & testicles	10/4/2006
Q: My name is RAJ SINGHAL,63 years old man,non smoker&drinker. Surgery right inguinal canal hernia on ... A: I would change your diet eat whole foods and drink pau d arco tea for the cysts. No meat for 6 ...
psm	8/22/2006
Q: .my girfriend is going through menopause now, and i am trhing to find out what kinds of herbs or ... A: Dong Quai and black cohosh will ease some of the syptoms. Crying is OK. Tell her to journal some ...
Liver	8/13/2006
Q: Jayne I am 48,always been a heavy drinker. Although I dont eat much and am very active,I just cant ... A: Yes take mild thistle on a regular basis. that is good for the liver and repairing damage. ...
help for herpangina?	7/30/2006
Q: After my first day as a preschool teacher, I came down with herpangina. I have been miserable all ... A: If I knew what it was I maybe could help I'm not a doctor and don't know the names of diseases ...
how to be healthier	6/27/2006
Q: I need some advice about what I could do to be healthier/more energized, maybe what special ... A: You need to eat more veggies and fruits only because they supply us with everything -almost that we ...
Hair	6/18/2006
Q: What can make your hair grow faster? I know some are going to say nothing, or diet, or prenatal ... A: I don't think anyones hair grow that fast. I thought it was 1/2 inch every 6 months. maybe I'm ...
lemon juice harm and benifit	4/30/2006
Q: sir, one lemon juice with one glass water 2 or 3 times will be useful or any way harmful for male ... A: I'm nt relly wure of your question. Lemons are vey benefical. I don't know if they have an effect ...
diabetic	1/8/2006
Q: I am 26 yr old female from NJ and was diagnosed with diabetes in 2004. I am really trying my best ... A: There are tons of natural cleansing products you can try. One company is Nature Sunshine has a one ...
GABA	1/8/2006
Q: I have been looking at the supplement GABA. I would like to know more about it. I have a lot of ... A: I would go to your healthfood store and ask them about what procucts would be best herbal or ...
Internal problems	11/10/2005
Q: I'm writing because I have internal pain and all my tests are coming back normal. I guess I'm ... A: I'm sorry Lisa for all your porblems. However i don't believe I can help you without seeing you. I ...
Vitamins-Minerals	7/5/2005
Q: I've learned where our soils have been depleted of minerals from wind, leaching, poor farming ... A: I have not found a multi I trust they are very low in B complex. I would suggest getting into ...
Cleansing	6/23/2005
Q: I have been fighting off chronic fatigue and candida for over 10 years now and am interested in ... A: It takes time to explain cleansing. You shoudl get a good book on it . Bernard Jensens Book called ...
Intestinal Gas	5/23/2005
Q: I have a very embarrassing problem. A little over a year ago, I committed to eating healthier. ... A: You're not digesting carbs most likely. Take digestive enzymes with meals and drink peppermint tea ...
Regarding my 6 year old granddaughter	4/26/2005
Q: First, thank you for responding to my question regarding my granddaughter who has crohn's disease. ... A: The books that are out there and you need to research I'm not sure of the names of the book. My ...
6 year old girl with crohn's	4/25/2005
Q: My granddaughter has recently been diagnosed with crohn's disease. She has been put on steroids and ... A: What kind of diet has she been on. Was she breastfed or bottle fed. Is shw on diary products. Is ...
Holistic healing	4/9/2005
Q: I am truly interested in finding out about natural healing. I have a doctor who is a pill pusher. ... A: Do a search in your area for a naturopath doctor. He would be good to work with in getting off ...
Body cleansing	2/24/2005
Q: Jayne, I'm wanting an opinion on body cleansing, particuarly, colon cleansing. I've read a lot on ... A: You do have to adjust diet. No red meats, dairy of any kind.processed foods, coffee, alcohol Lots of ...
children	2/2/2005
Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old couison, Luke. So sweet, but hyper and hands on. He's a hand ful, but in my ... A: It's good to start young. She is trying for preventing problems later on. Adrenal porblems can ...
Iridology	1/26/2005
Q: I am writing to you from the UK for advice. I am deeply interested in iridology and am currently ... A: There are many home aocurse out there you can learn from I don't have the resources. You can try ...
Hello, I am wondering if people...	1/26/2005
Q: I am wondering if people really need antibiotics for things like ear infections, sinus infections, ... A: Good question. Yes the body is able to heal itself if you live the nature cure way. Herbs like ...
calcium deposit in bones	1/17/2005
Q: THIS IS RAJ SINGHAL.I AM 61 YEARS OLD MAN.I HAVE WEIGHT 135Lbs, Height 5-4 INCHES, NON SMOKERS, NON ... A: This is hard. I would have to see you to give you a full evaluation. First Stop taking centrum It ...
Iridology	1/12/2005
Q: What advice might you give for a beginning iridologist as far as to what fee to charge for a session ... A: I think cards and brochures is good for advertising and also doing some lectures in the area.Local ...
Yeast	11/5/2004
Q: I hope you can help me. I am currently been treated by a holistic practioner for severe yeast ... A: I'm sorry but it's reaaly hard to say without seeing you. I would say you have still reactions to ...
healing	10/31/2004
Q: Jayne. My name is glenn pribble I am 20 years old living in Toronto. I'd like to challenge your ... A: You first need to deal with the depression. Go to my web site and read some of the articles. There ...
Herbs for Depression	10/21/2004
Q: Jane B, I have recently listened to a speaker on herbal medicine and became particularly ... A: It's St Johns Wort and another herb good for depression is gota Kola well known for memory loss and ...
Hormone imbalance	9/11/2004
Q: Jayne, I am suffering from acne that has not cleared up for six months. I believe that the acne is ... A: Dong Quai is one of the best hormone balancers. Take in capsule form what is recommended on the ...
apple cider vinegar	8/13/2004
Q: I have just been wondering exactly how much potassium is actually in apple cider vinegar. I can't ... A: I don't know for sure about the potassium. YOur hair loss I would need more info. Stress and lack ...
Candida Diet Questions	5/13/2004
Q: I am not sure if you know anything about this subject. If you do not could you direct me to someone ... A: I can set up an appointment by phone to do some surrogate testing to see what you can have. ...
lymphoedema	5/11/2004
Q: I thought I would stop by and ask you a question about my condition. I have had a lyumphoedema ... A: One thing I would try and that is OPC 3 It is a super antioxidant for preventing free radical ...
Menstrual...	4/5/2004
Q: Jane, Thank you for your time, although I do have to politely say that you have offended me. I'm ... A: So sorry I read your question wrong I assumed you were thirteen and had a baby at 11 years old How ...
Menstrual...	4/5/2004
Q: I need to give a back ground in order to ask my question, but I will try and keep it short, although ... A: Did you see a doctor after your miscarriage. I can't tell you what to do except to go see a doctor. ...
viral	2/24/2004
Q: Jayne, I am seeking an herb that will thwart out the variouse strains of herpes virus' someone ... A: I don't know much about that herb but I do know that OPC3 a super anti-oxidant has been shown to ...

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Jayne Boyle

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Expertise

I am an Herbalist,Iridologist, Nutritional Consultant,Touch for Health Practitioner Reiki Master and Teacher. I can answer questions about cleansing the body of toxins, herbal use , nutritional questions, and healing the body, mind and spirit.

Experience

I am in private practice. I was manager of a alternative healing center for 3 years. I lecture on herbs,iridology, and nutrition.

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At the present time, none.

Publications
Annapolis Holistic Health Community Newsletter.

Education/Credentials
Dr. Christopher's School of Natural Healing,Institute of the Natural Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals,Center for the Healing Arts, Health Awareness through Iridology

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