Practitioner-written articles on digestive health, bowel function, gut flora, and colon health — from Marijke Vogel, ARCH and CNHC-accredited colon hydrotherapist and naturopath based in Belsize Park, North London.
Good digestive health underpins energy, immunity, skin, and mood. Marijke brings over 25 years of clinical experience to her writing on this subject, drawing on her training in naturopathy, herbal medicine, and colon hydrotherapy. The articles in this section explore how the digestive system works, what disrupts it, and the approaches — dietary, herbal, and therapeutic — that may support it. All content is written for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine or seeking treatment.
Gluten and digestive health are more closely linked than most people realise. In Marijke Vogel’s clinical experience at Phenomenal Colonics, gluten consistently worsens digestive symptoms more than any other dietary factor — more so than dairy or sugar, though she recommends limiting those too. This is the first in a three-part series on gluten, its […]
Gluten the villain – Part 1 Read More »
Just like a sudden heart attack, an asthma attack can be brought on by eating the wrong meal or snack or drink, at the wrong time. Unfortunately the sudden heart attack does not always end well. The way we eat or drink, the amount, at what time and the types of food we choose to
Allergies and their many invisible causes Read More »
Witloof, Belgian endive Chicory has many health benefits. Contains; oligosaccharides, a pre-biotic, which helps the colon. Inulin, which has a mild effect on constipation. Fibre which helps dyspepsia and also stimulates the appetite. Vitamins, A,C,K. Calcium and Potassium which is a mild sedative. Best of all it is a delicious vegetable with all these
Chicory (witloof) and Nutmeg. Another old Dutch recipe. Read More »
So many people are being prescribed statins now, at earlier ages then ever before… If you can avoid starting to take anticholinergic and statin drugs. It would be great for maintaining your mental health. And your nervous system. Drugs that block Acetylcholine, ‘a nervous system neurotransmitter’, have been shown to increase your risk of dementia.
Your brain, heart and cholesterol Read More »
