Holistic Health
Holistic Health & Nutrition
with Tim Axon, Dip ION
Optimum Nutrition - The Foundation for Longterm Health & Well-being
The World Health Organisation defines health as:
‘’A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being,
not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.’’
This definition presents a very wide and positive range of different aspects of health that goes well beyond simply the absence of obvious sickness or disease which, by default, is often mistakenly assumed to equate to a state of good health and yet more careful observation shows that the ‘vertically ill’ make up a very large percentage of the population!
Clearly, prevention is better than cure, a lot less painful, and considerably more cost-effective, not only for the individual but for society as a whole. Scientists around the world are now advising governments that dietary and lifestyle factors are largely responsible for the alarming rise in many serious health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer, etc.
Natural medicine utilises a holistic approach that focuses on the promotion and development of good health, rather than simply the eradication of a symptom or dis-ease, and is based on fundamental and time-honoured principles utilising non-toxic, natural therapies which respect the healing power of nature.
Clinical nutrition, or nutritional therapy, i.e. the use of diet and nutrition as a fundamental therapeutic tool, serves as the foundation of modern-day natural medicine. This is due to the fact that there is now an enormous body of scientific evidence that supports the use of whole-food nutrition and nutritional supplements both in the maintenance and promotion of good health and in the treatment of disease.
It is often said that ‘You are what you eat’ but a more insightful and accurate definition might be ‘You are what you eat, absorb and utilize at a cellular level’! There are many reasons for poor nutrition where it matters - in the cells of the body. These include poor or imbalanced dietary choices, over-processed food, inappropriate eating practices, nutrient deficient soils, long term food storage and the overheating and cooking of foods which may all contribute to deficiencies or imbalance. Poor digestion and elimination are also commonplace. Many of the top selling drugs in recent times have been those which are taken to treat digestive disorders! Do you think it strange that the human race is so afflicted with digestive problems and disease of the gastrointestinal tract? Other factors such as high stress levels, pollution, medicinal drugs, smoking and excessive consumption of alcohol, coffee, tea, sugar and phytates can also either increase the need for certain nutrients, upset the correct balance between nutrients, or interfere with their bio-availability, utilisation and retention.
All of these are important factors to consider and some of the conditions that we have been able to improve or eliminate utilizing a Natural Medicine approach include:
Fatigue, headaches, migraines, hay fever, asthma, eczema, psoriasis, food allergies & sensitivities, recurrent colds, low immune function, candidiasis, digestive problems, IBS, crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hormonal imbalance, infertility, menopausal problems, PMS, arthritis, osteoporosis, depression, weight control, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, blood sugar imbalance ……… and many other conditions.
However, as mentioned above, it should be noted that our approach is predominantly non-specific, i.e. we do not ‘focus’ our attention solely on the particular health concern or disease. Working from the ground up utilizing key essentials to build good health provides the basis and opportunity for natural healing to take place. Fine-tuning utilising more specific remedial measures if necessary may then be utilised which is a far more effective approach than the more common ‘pill for an ill’.
THE CONSULTATION
Consultations are only held during weekdays, morning or afternoon - via Zoom.
Once the lockdown is lifted consultations can be in person in Aylesford, Kent.
The first consultation is approximately 1½ hours long. Follow-up consultations are up to 1 hour.
The fee is £55 for the first consulation and £45 for follow ups.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
You are very welcome to telephone or e-mail Tim Axon to discuss any questions that you may have. Questionnaires may be sent to you prior to your first consultation, according to need, and a detailed five day diet-diary typical of your normal eating is required at the first consultation.
Tel 01622 715576 or email below.
Please Note: The information provided in this article and elsewhere on this website is not intended to constitute medical advice or treatment and is provided for interest and educational purposes only. If you have any health or medical concerns you should consult your doctor in the first instance.
Tim Axon, Dip ION
Tim graduated with distinction from the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION) in London in 1996, having studied there for three years.
He has also worked as a tutor and lecturer in nutritional therapy at the British College of Nutrition and Health.
His study of human nutrition now spans over 40 years and during this time he has embraced both Eastern and Western understanding including Ayurveda, Macrobiotics, Naturopathy, Clinical Nutrition, Natural Hygiene and Live-Food nutrition.
His approach is based on the naturopathic tenet of physician as teacher and his vast knowledge and insight, which always seeks to find the underlying cause rather than simply treating the symptoms of dis-ease, has enabled him to help hundreds of people with a very wide range of conditions and concerns to recover their good health.
Testimonials
"After many years of hospital visits, light treatment and dangerous drugs from the health service I was at my wits end with psoriasis. However, Tim helped so much advising me on lifestyle and diet and although I know psoriasis can never be cured, it has improved so much that I can cope much better and feel so much healthier, so can never thank you enough Tim." Carole
"I found food very confusing and misleading . After talking to Tim he takes you back to basics and gives you so much knowledge to process.He has a genuine interest in helping people and his knowledge of food is very impressive . He is very passionate as to how we can use food as medicine, and keen to pass on the secrets ! Highly recommend. " Nalin
"Tim is an expert in his field and possesses a wealth of knowledge. He motivated me to make positive lifestyle changed and gave sound nutritional advice that assisted in my recovery from digestive problems. I will forever be grateful for his help and would highly recommend him." Andrea
"Without Tim's nutritional advise I wouldn't have had my son 15 years ago. He is honestly the person I credit with turning our bad luck all around and making it happen. I'd had babies with abnormalities who didn't make it to full term. Tim changed our diet and our baby was born without any problems at all. I can't rate him high enough." Rachel