Chrysalis Original Integrative Homœopathy

09/06/2026

On the Subject of Broken Promises...

Did you know that the World Health Organization's position on traditional and complementary medicine has often been very different from the attitudes adopted by many medical associations, regulators, and health authorities in countries such as Australia?

A few years ago, I had a fascinating conversation with a representative from the TGA. Although natural health practitioners had been removed from health insurance provider status, I was told they regarded homœopathy as a valuable part of the health system. That stood in stark contrast to the public narrative many of us had been hearing for years.

Likewise, much of what the public believes about the NHMRC report on homœopathy bears little resemblance to what the report actually concluded. A reporting error occurred, the resulting headlines travelled around the world, and despite legal challenges and extensive criticism, the misunderstanding has never truly been corrected.

My own story goes back much further.

In 1990, I attended a post-medical congress function in Perth where I met an extraordinary WHO representative, Lord Stanley Cook. Small in stature but enormous in presence, he was a personal friend of the Royal Family and a passionate supporter of homœopathy. During our conversation, he described a vision already being developed within international health circles.

The plan, he explained, was that by the year 2000, qualified naturopaths and herbalists would be registered alongside general practitioners, while homœopaths and acupuncturists would occupy a registration status comparable to medical specialists.

This was not speculation or wishful thinking; he had been directly involved in discussions leading up to the initiative and spoke of it as a genuine international objective. Governments and institutions, he said, had a decade to prepare.

He also invited me to join a mobile research unit operating between Switzerland and Russia, gathering important data on natural medicine. For personal reasons I declined, a decision that has always remained one of my great "what ifs".

Yet somewhere along the way, the vision stalled...

If you were involved in natural healthcare during the late 1990s and early 2000s, you may remember the growing sense that the momentum towards integration was being systematically dismantled (in Australia it was the Pan crisis, in Europe it was the formation of the EU). What had appeared to be a coordinated international movement simply failed to materialise in many Western nations.

Meanwhile, countries such as Switzerland, Germany, France, Cuba and India continued developing integrative healthcare models, while South Africa moved to formally recognise disciplines including homœopathy. Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, however, took a very different path.

More than thirty years later, I still find myself wondering what healthcare might look like today if those original plans had been allowed to unfold. Would we have a system that prioritised prevention alongside treatment? One that embraced the strengths of both conventional and natural medicine?

The good news is that the WHO is once again pushing ahead with the integration. This is the topic of my doctoral dissertation and I have to say, the research and information available today is mind-blowing! While media, movies and our existing system would have you believe there is no support, I can tell you that is just not true. You just have to know where to look.

09/06/2026

TYPE II DIABETES

Is it really easier to pop a pill and ignore the side effects until they become a problem too?

Did you know that peer-reviewed research has demonstrated that lifestyle interventions, including dietary change, physical activity and natural approaches to health management, can be more effective than metformin in preventing and reversing the progression of Type II diabetes?

The evidence exists. It has existed for years, yet how many people are actually told this? And perhaps more importantly, if they were told, how many would be willing to do it?

Have we become such a quick-fix society that swallowing a tablet laden with listed side effects and health warnings seems easier than changing the habits that contributed to the problem in the first place? Are we really so conditioned to seek convenience that we would rather accept the risks and side effects of lifelong medication than make meaningful changes to our lifestyle?

Type II diabetes is one of the most preventable chronic diseases of our time. The science supporting diet, movement, weight management and other natural health strategies is substantial.

Yet the conversation remains overwhelmingly focused on pharmaceutical management rather than prevention and restoration.

Perhaps the greatest challenge is not a lack of evidence, but that prevention requires participation, while prescriptions require very little at all.

My diabetes patients are not simply prescribed Zachari and end of story. No, dietary measures must be followed, physical activity must take place and avoidance of triggers must be a factor. Otherwise you are doing the same thing simply with a different tool. Yes, the ingredients in Zachari are incredibly powerful and effective but in the long term it will be no worse or better than plugging holes and hoping the dam doesn't burst.

09/06/2026

At the end of 1991, I was approached by Medicare, as a former nurse and natural health practitioner, to participate in what was described as a pilot programme to integrate natural healthcare into the Medicare system.

At the time, I was welcome, as were many of my peers, into a number of hospitals to treat patients with homœopathy, herbals and supplements - and also provide acupuncture. Integration was already happening with the only pushback being from a very few doctors.

There were numerous phone calls and extensive questioning to determine whether I met the criteria they were seeking.

The proposal was straightforward. My patients would be able to claim rebates, making consultations more affordable alongside the supplements and remedies that, back then, were covered by many health funds.

The programme was to run for twelve months, after which the outcomes would be reviewed. If successful, it could pave the way for broader integration. If not, those choosing to take a proactive approach to their health would continue paying entirely out of pocket.

Around the same period, I was also contacted by the newly-formed TGA and asked whether I would be interested in assisting with the establishment of what was then being referred to as the complementary and alternative medicine sector. It meant moving to Canberra; I politely declined.

I then waited for the Medicare package that had been promised. In those days, claims were processed using the old manual imprinters where a card was placed into the machine and a handle dragged across to create a carbon copy. The package was also supposed to include clinic signage and a small amount of funding to assist with implementation.

Six weeks passed and nothing arrived.

Assuming it had simply been lost in the mail, and with excited patients asking me when it would happen, I contacted Medicare. Imagine my surprise when I was informed that a mistake had been made because my name was supposedly "almost identical" to that of a Dr L. McKenzie on the eastern seaboard who had studied acupuncture and homœopathy.

To this day, I have never been able to determine exactly what happened. To date there is no Dr L McKenzie registered with any medical, acupuncture or homœopathic groups, and definitely not one who was previously a nurse.

Nor have I ever understood how a natural health practitioner in a small rural town in Western Australia could be confused with a medical practitioner in Sydney.

When I called again seeking clarification, I was told that no such programme had ever existed, that it would cost too much. Yet the individual from Canberra who had originally contacted me had described it as a flagship initiative linked to the World Health Organization's recommendations for the integration of traditional and complementary medicine into existing healthcare systems.

More than three decades later, many countries have moved steadily towards the integration that was being discussed back then. Natural health professions are increasingly recognised within healthcare policy, regulation and research.

Yet in Australia, apart from a handful of therapies that have regained acceptance through private health insurance, relatively little has changed.

It raises an important question. If governments genuinely wish to reduce the burden of chronic disease and healthcare expenditure, should those who actively invest in maintaining their health not receive some recognition or support? Preventive healthcare is consistently promoted as a public good, yet the financial responsibility for pursuing it continues to fall largely on the individual.

Thirty-five years later, I am still left wondering what became of that promised programme, and what Australian healthcare might look like today had it proceeded as planned. Other nations implementing such practices have proven not only cost saving factors but improvement in both acute and chronic ill health across the board.

Why is Australia always so slow to take the lead? There is so much research here, with so many incredible people pushing for change that is not happening.

07/06/2026

𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐇𝐎𝐌Œ𝐎𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐎 𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐒

I have used natural remedies with my pets and rescue animals for almost four decades. I began with herbs, carefully selected for each species, before eventually discovering homœopathy.

What I loved most was its gentle nature and the confidence of knowing I could support animals without many of the risks associated with other approaches.

Over the years, I have witnessed some truly remarkable recoveries. One day I may even write a book about the cases I've seen.

This weekend provided yet another example.

One of our horses suddenly became lame. We gave her Nexus along with a specialised detox formula I developed for horses, incorporating liver, kidney and parasite support.

Her hoof wasn't hot or swollen and neither were her joints, but there was noticeable mild warmth in the hoof itself, with no obvious sign of an abscess.

As both of our horses love tearing around the paddock at full speed, my suspicion was that she may have strained a tendon, but without expensive imaging there was no way to know for certain.

By the second day she was moving normally again.

At the same time, one of our dogs had developed incontinence. We gave two doses of Lapides for urinary support and Harmony for hormonal balance. Since then, there have been no further mishaps and she is back to her usual happy self.

My daughter is a trainee veterinary nurse and often tells me about the extensive investigations that can be required simply to determine what is going on. This weekend alone, we may well have avoided a significant veterinary bill, while ending up with two healthy and contented animals.

One of the things I appreciate most about homœopathy is its versatility across species. Whether you are caring for a horse, a dog, a cat, a bird or a rescue animal, the same principles apply.
There is no perceived placebo effect, especially when you administer the remedy into their water or feed without their knowledge. They simply respond.

Never be afraid to consider the Chrysalis Original remedies for your animals, regardless of their species or size. Some of the most rewarding success stories I have ever witnessed have had four legs, feathers, scales, claws, fur or hooves.

There is an animal botikin but if on a budget, you can pick and choose any remedy which you feel might suit your animals' needs. Feel free to share with anyone you feel may benefit.

https://www.chrysalisoriginal.com/kits/p/animal-kit

Discover the Chrysalis Original Animal Kit – a comprehensive homœopathic solution for animal care. Safe, gentle, and effective for pets, livestock, and wildlife.

07/06/2026

One of my favourite people, Ann Crile Esselstyn. Ninety years old, just set the world record for dead hanging for her age group - horrible sounding name for something that shows fitness, agility and strength.

Her family live and promote plant based. They make it look easy - and it is. We have become so used to a throwaway society that most fridges are full of processed pseudo foods while cupboards are full of packaged foods. Generations of kids now, raised on fillers that are so far from nourishing it is a wonder they make it through childhood. But. no wonder most are dependent on the health system and need a paediatrician when two generations ago that was a rarity.

Adults subsisting on junk, wondering why they age rapidly and can't lose weight. Too many spending more on alcohol and 'treat's than fresh food. Fitness seems to be a thing only for the youth now and even that is fading.

Today, more people are disabled because of their lifestyle, not because of accidents or genetics. Unable to walk because their frames and connective tissue is too inflamed or fragile. Organs unable to function because of overload.

It's about fresh food, dried herbs, spices and pulses and a little know-how in unlearning what we think we know, to relearn what other cultures and our ancestors knew. Swapping out healthier options. It does not have to be expensive - in fact, it can cost less than $5 to feed yourself for a full day if you know what you are doing.

Who knows, you might live healthier and longer. Stop saying it's too hard; living a life of pain and suffering, relying on medications to exist, is harder.

Thanks to hardcore advertising, media and a medical system not educated in nutrition (look at the hospital meals and white food diets handed out), very few even realise what is going on. Yet healthy, easy-to-follow cookbooks are available, just not that popular, unless of course, it's written by a famous chef (again, not trained in vital nutrition).

If you really want to turn your health around, don't follow fads, don't 'try' it, just make the change, for good.

06/06/2026

I have been talking a lot about immune remedies lately, and for good reason. Everywhere around me people are dropping like flies from the latest flu. Every year it arrives with the same promise: weeks of misery for some, hospital visits for others, and a genuine threat to children, the elderly, those with respiratory conditions, and anyone whose immune system is already under strain.

What I struggle to understand is the complete lack of preparation before flu season arrives.

Every year I hear the same stories. People wait until they are already sick before they start thinking about supporting their health. Yet there is so much that can be done before and during seasonal illness to improve resilience and recovery.

Simple measures:

Adequate sunlight for vitamin D
Good nutrition
Rest
Hydration
Herbal teas such as ginger, lemon, and olive leaf
Bicarb drinks for pH balance
Vapour therapy to support the airways
Avoiding dairy and other foods that increase mucus production when respiratory symptoms are present.

Most importantly, if you are sick, stay home. No remedy, pharmaceutical, supplement, or therapy can undo the effect of being repeatedly exposed to people coughing over surfaces and into the air around you. Enclosed spaces like classrooms and workplaces are hit the worst. Visiting people in hospitals and nursing homes can become a fatal, even if well-meant action.

For those who prefer a more comprehensive natural medicine approach, I keep specific remedies available throughout flu season:

• Stratos – first line support at the earliest signs of illness
• Lumen – fire cider formulation for immune support
• Argent – colloidal minerals, metals, and elements
• Ague – formulated specifically for influenza type symptoms
• Pique – support for sinus congestion and inflammation
• Spiritus and Tussis – respiratory support, particularly valued by those with asthma, COPD, and recurrent chest complaints

The Immune Kit combines these and other seasonal supports in one package, making it easy to have everything on hand before illness strikes.

I also recommend keeping appropriate pain relief available. The aches and pains associated with influenza are not imaginary; they are measurable, significant, and exhausting.

If you are someone who suffers with severe nasal, eye, and facial symptoms, antihistamines may also have a place in your recovery plan.

The flu has recently gone through our family. Three days and it was done. Yet I continue to hear from people who are still struggling weeks later, some ending up in hospital.

I have written about this every flu season for more than a decade, largely because the pattern never changes. If we approach every winter exactly as we approached the last one, we should not be surprised when we get the same results. As they say if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you always got. Nothing is more true in this case.

Prepare before flu season arrives but if it's too late, you can still support your immune system to heal faster. The best time to build resilience is before illness comes knocking at the door, but there is always a remedy or two that can help transition your body through times of illness.

https://www.chrysalisoriginal.com/kits/p/immune-defence-kit

Be prepared. A remedy for all immune situations. Stay healthy without antibiotics.

04/06/2026

My daughter is a psychologist and works on the academic side of the profession. Years ago, she told me that researching and writing was fun. I've always been a writer but my experience at the time suggested otherwise.

She laughed and said I simply hadn't found the right area yet, and that once I did, it would become addictive. I wasn't convinced.

Today, I'm pinching myself at my third published paper in twelve months. And I'm about to submit my completed doctoral dissertation.

It turns out she was right. I love this kind of writing almost as much as my job.

This latest paper is the full story of why the Chrysalis Original blends exist; it's not a popular or heavily promoted version of homœopathy (yet) but most definitely effective!

03/06/2026

"What do I do if the remedy I'm taking isn't working? I usually recover within a day or two using your remedies, but this time I'm still coughing. I feel reasonably well, but I have some lingering pain."

This is a great question, and one of the strongest arguments for an integrative approach to health care.

The healing world is filled with valuable tools. Homœopathy, herbal medicine, nutrition, bodywork, lifestyle changes, conventional treatments and simple home remedies all have a place. Good health often comes not from finding the one perfect answer, but from knowing when to borrow from several different approaches.

Sometimes healing is delayed because there is an underlying obstacle. It may be black mould exposure, poor sleep, inadequate sunlight, ongoing stress, food choices that are not supporting recovery, or continued exposure to whatever triggered the illness in the first place.

That doesn't necessarily mean your remedies are doing nothing. They may be helping considerably, while other factors still need attention.

As we move through cold and flu season, don't be afraid to add supportive measures. A tea made from lemon, ginger and olive leaves can be comforting. Herbal antimicrobial blends, vitamin C, horseradish and garlic are all commonly used to support recovery and immune function.

The takeaway? Never run out of ideas. Healing is rarely about one intervention in isolation. The most effective approach is often a thoughtful combination of measures working together to help the body restore balance and vitality.

We need to remember the resistance issue; overmedicating, the wrong medications, weakened immune systems have left us often without protection or support. Having all you need at hand, every day, is the key.

02/06/2026

INFECTIONS & ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE

Antimicrobial resistance is now recognised by the WHO as one of the greatest public health threats of our era. Resistant bacterial infections were responsible for more than a million deaths in 2019, with projections suggesting the toll could almost double by 2050 if current trends continue.

The uncomfortable reality is that a problem created largely through antibiotic & antiseptic overuse will not be solved by more of the same. Adding to that, the obsessive and misguided use of sanitisers and it is a recipe for worse to come.

The need to investigate and utilise natural and integrative antimicrobial approaches has never been more urgent.

Every homœopathic remedy is prescribed with the aim of restoring homeostasis and balance. In doing so, remedies support the body's response to the microbial and infectious challenges that underlie so much illness.

This philosophy led me to develop the Immune Blends and ultimately the Immune Kit. Having raised four children without antibiotics, it was not because they never encountered infection, but because I trusted the natural tools available to us, including homœopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, iodine, hydrogen peroxide and other antimicrobial supports.

Most would not believe the infections I have clinically and personally treated using these methods; yet in some nations, they are included in the existing medical systems with results that far surpass our own statistics.

Each of these measures are discussed in the accompanying remedy booklet, alongside practical first-aid and home-care strategies. Preparation is always preferable to panic; every home should be equipped before the need arises.

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Be prepared. A remedy for all immune situations. Stay healthy without antibiotics.

30/05/2026

𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐌Œ𝐎𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍
𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒?

The NHMRC review that wiped homœopathy off Australia's private health insurance rebate list did not actually conclude that homeopathy doesn't work.

How could it? That would be a lie.

The NHMRC Chief Executive said so himself. The official position and the official record are not the same thing, and the people responsible have known that for years.

That clarification came after the headlines had already circled the globe, the rebates removed, and the practitioners had already lost their livelihoods.

The review did not conclude what it has been reported to conclude and nobody in authority with the power to act on that contradiction appears to have any interest in doing so.

This piece lays out exactly how that happened, and what the Freedom of Information trail actually shows.

So next time someone erroneously says it doesn’t work or even worse, that it has been scientifically proven not to work, just send them this.

Medical + Pharmaceutical + Media + Governmental corruption at its finest. The most powerful entity on the planet. It’s certainly not about health in this respect.

As with all natural healing research, the evidence was buried. Et voila, no proof of efficacy.