Luzia (left) and Georgie windsor (right) in the BBC studio discussing herbal medicine and taking calls from listeners.

Listen again to the show [for one week after the show] via the BBC Radio Solent website.

Luzia's appearance on BBC Radio Solent's The Good Life show, this Sunday (21st January 2007), was a great success!

The conversation flowed on the topic of natural medical alternatives.

The producer of the show, Nicola Murray, was delighted with the response from callers.

"We'll have to get Luzia back on!" she said as calls continued to come in. Adding, "it's a really popular issue."

People telephoned the studio to put a range of questions to Luzia.

Topics included: how to deal with common childhood coughs and sniffles; problems getting to sleep; burns; excess stomach acids and depression.

Luzia was delighted about the experience. "After the nerves died down, and the first question, I really enjoyed it."

"I'm already looking forward to the next time."

If you missed the show, or have further questions about the courses, or about any particular remedies or illnesses, please call Luzia on 01258 456223. or email info@luzia.co.uk.

Don't forget to check the Courses pages, and also our range of Products available for sale from the site.

Check back soon, and we'll keep you posted about Luzia's next big radio appearance!

UPDATE : UPDATE : UPDATE : UPDATE
Date set for next appearance on BBC Radio Solent's The Good Life is Sunday 25th February 2007 from 12pm-1pm. Don't forget to tune in!

Following the launch of www.herbsforhealing.org.uk, Luzia Barclay has been invited to guest on BBC Radio Solent's The Good Life show presented by Georgie Windsor, (pictured).

The popular Sunday show is described as: "Two hours of ideas for your home and garden - all with an environmentally friendly approach. The show has everything for the green-fingered and the green-minded."

Luzia is delighted to have been invited and will be discussing herbal remedies we can all use in the home. She is keen to highlight the importance of boosting the immune system to prevent illness.

She will also be answering questions from listeners on all topics to do with herbs for healing. The practical techniques highlighted in her regular courses will be of particular interest.

Listen to the show on Sunday 21st January at 12-2pm on 96.1FM, 103.8FM and online via the BBC Radio Solent website.

January 2007 sees the launch of our revamped interactive website!

www.herbsforhealing.org.uk allows you to find out about herbs and herbal medicine, check the latest courses and book your place, buy organic herbal products direct from our shop, arrange a consultation, or read news and articles as soon as they are written.



We're really excited about it and hope that you approve. We value your opinion too, so if you have any thoughts or comments please get in touch.

Contact Luzia and the team via this form, or call 01258 456223.

Happy New Year!

To date, the bird flu virus has been able to move from bird to human, but not from human to human. However, it may only be a matter of time.

Whilst this mutation has not yet happened, we can prepare ourselves NOW by strengthening our immune system. With a strong immune system we are well equipped to fight all sorts of infections.

> A healthy diet and lifestyle are of paramount importance for a strong immune system.

> Echinacea root stimulates the body to produce interferon, the body’s own anti-viral defence.

> The bee product Propolis is a powerful anti-viral medicine.

> The common garden herb Thyme helps the body get rid of excess phlegm and has a clearing effect on the lungs.

> Garlic also has antiviral and anti-bacterial properties supporting the body to overcome influenza.

> Foods rich in vitamin A, C, Zinc and antioxidants are essential for the immune system to work at its best.

In some cases, Avian flu causes the immune system to go into a kind of overdrive. Taking natural remedies, which kill off most of the flu viruses directly, can help to prevent this.

> Natural anti-virals are Lemon balm, Echinacea, Elder flowers, Elecampane, Garlic, St John’s wort and propolis, to mention the most common ones.

A good fever is a powerful healing response and must not be suppressed. It helps the body to overcome the infection and prevents it from spreading further. The key is to manage the fever but not to suppress it.

For more information, see the Herbs pages, email or call Luzia on 01258 456223.