Megan
Megan originally worked as a health advisor at a Christchurch health store in New Zealand, before training as a nurse aide specialising in home care of the disabled and elderly. After working 5 years as a nurse aide, she went on to complete a BA degree in Linguistics at Massey University before becoming Site Editor of What Really Works in May 2002. Megan also writes a weekly Alternative Health column for the Friday Feelgood supplement in the The Irish Examiner newspaper. She works and lives in Western Australia with her husband and two children. You can email Megan at editor@whatreallyworks.co.uk. 
 

Rory
Rory trained as a graphic designer before working extensively in the UK as a web designer and project manager. He moved to NZ eight years ago to set up his own company, ASP Design, working with a hand-picked team of cutting edge programmers and designers. Rory has been on board at What Really Works as Technical Director from the beginning, establishing the site and providing ongoing site improvements and technical support. You can contact Rory regarding technical difficulties at support@whatreallyworks.co.uk.

Sarah
Dr Sarah Brewer graduated from Cambridge University as a doctor in 1983. She was a full-time GP for five years and has worked in hospital medicine for almost 15 years, specialising in sexual health. She is currently on sabbatical from seeing patients while studying for a Masters degree in Nutritional Medicine at the University of Surrey, Guildford. Dr Brewer is responsible for our Doctor Zone.

Although her first love is medicine, her major passion is writing. Sarah writes widely on all aspects of health, including complementary medicine and the safe use of vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements. She has written over 40 popular health books, regularly appears on television and radio, and was voted Health Journalist of the Year 2002.

Sarah acts as a medical advisor to Tesco Healthy Living Club, The Toxic Shock Syndrome Information Service, Absorbent Hygiene Products Manufacturers Association, The British International Spa Association (BISA), YorkTest Laboratories.
 

Neil
Dr Neil Slade studied homeopathy at the College of Homeopathy, London, and graduated with distinction. He has a PhD in infectious diseases from the Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, University of London. He is also a Chartered Biologist, and a member of the Society of Homeopaths and the Institute of Biology, and is registered with the British Complementary Medicine Association. Neil is responsible for our Homeopathy Zone.

Neil has two busy homeopathy clinics, one based in the centre of Mayfair and the other in Southfields, SW London.  

As well as a clinical practice, Neil regularly lectures in homeopathy, anatomy, physiology, and pathology at several colleges of complementary medicine. He has also produced a series of videos based on his biomedical science lectures at the College of Naturopathic Medicine. In 2001 he was awarded the CNM certificate for 'Best Lecturer' in biomedical sciences. In December 2003 Neil was awarded the CNM certificate for 'Best CNM Lecturer' at the college, as voted for by the students.

Neil's many articles can be found in a variety of magazines and health journals. He is the resident homeopathy contributor in Positive Health magazine, writing a regular case study column. Neil also wrote his own 'Doc Spot' for the Mirror's M magazine, and can often be found on television and radio discussing homeopathic and naturopathic medicine. You can contact Neil at neil@whatreallyworks.co.uk.

Sebastian
Sebastian Pole is trained to practitioner level in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Western Herbalism and is responsible for our Ayurvedic Zone. Currently Herbal Director of Pukka Herbs, pioneers in the organic Ayurvedic field, responsible for their range of herbal teas, formulas, tinctures and oils. With extensive experience gained during three years as Head Gardener for the Organic Herb Trading Company, he also oversees the growing and cultivation in Sri Lanka of the organic herbs used by Pukka Herbs.

Sebastian has a degree in Hindi and Indian Religion from the School of Oriental and African Studies, in London. He is fluent in Hindi, can read Sanskrit, and has gained extensive clinical expertise from working not only with indigenous ‘barefoot’ doctors in India but also in clinics and hospitals in Pune and Jamnagar, specialising in ‘panchkarma’ or detoxification.

A member of the Ayurvedic Medical Association, the Register of Chinese Medicine, and the Union of Registered Herbal Practitioners, Sebastian is also a qualified Yoga teacher and Yoga therapist. In addition to his work with Pukka herbs, Sebastian runs a herb clinic in Bath at Neal’s Yard. In his clinical practice he focuses on skin, digestive and lung problems, incorporating herbs, diet, breathing practices and yoga into the treatments. His goal is to empower his patients to care for themselves.
You can contact Sebastian by email at sebastian@pukkaherbs.co.uk 


Dermot
A graduate of University College Dublin, Dermot O’Connor has studied Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in Ireland, the UK, Canada, The US and China with some of the leading exponents of this ancient medical system.

It was after a severe bout of illness and the seemingly miraculous recovery that followed, that Dermot’s vocation to the oriental healing arts was formed.  Dermot has now established a successful Chinese Medical practice in Dublin, Ireland working with acupuncture, Chinese herbs, dietary advice and Medical qigong therapy.

Dermot now lectures internationally on the benefits of Chinese Medicine and his work has featured in several national and international newspapers, as well as on radio and television. World leading hypnotherapist, Paul McKenna has described Dermot as “a gifted healer, whose skills enable others to make significant changes in their lives”.

Dermot is the Director of the International Institute of Medical Qigong for the UK, Ireland, and Europe. He also runs regular training courses in this ancient and powerful healing system. Dermot is responsible for our Chinese Medicine Zone. You can email Dermot at dermot@acupunctureireland.com.

Vardit
Vardit Kohn has been interested in food for as long as she can remember. A casual introduction to healthy eating some fifteen years ago has sparked a serious interest in the subject, although the road to her diploma in nutrition first went via a degree in linguistics and an MBA in Marketing.

Following the birth of her eldest daughter, Vardit decided to channel her life-long passion for food and her taste for healthy eating into a practitioners’ course in Natural Nutrition. In the last seven years she has practised first in London and then in the Netherlands, where she currently lives.

Vardit’s first book - “Super Sweets and Treats” - co-written with colleague Galit Hahn, is currently in production; the pair are busy writing a second cookbook for children and their parents, whilst a third book by Vardit is already in the works. She loves giving talks about nutrition, and regularly gives healthy cooking workshops. Her greatest pleasure, however, is in giving personal consultations. It’s in this one-to-one, physically or virtually, that she can empower people to help themselves by giving them the tools to change their diet and life style.

Vardit prides herself on her personal approach to every individual, and on the genuine interest she takes in every person. And she never ceases to be amazed by the power of the simplest things in life. Vardit is responsible for our Nutrition Zone. To contact Vardit, send an e-mail to vardit@whatreallyworks.co.uk.

Carole
Carole Railton started her career traveling the globe for multinationals, including IBM & Xerox. She then took time out including staying with a witch doctor and no, she doesn’t put spells on people - she helps them let go of fear. She did however study alternative methods of healing including going to Java to understand the ancient therapies there.

She now offers her international experience in her role of coach and personal development consultant. Carole has also been a member of the Reflexology council, talked in the Lords and on TV about stress in the workplace.

Based in the City of London, she writes for 3 magazines, E17, Canary Wharf and Royal London Docks as well as running a busy international life coaching and personal development practice. She still travels the globe running workshops on body language, face reading, flirting and coaching.

Her certification as a Master NLP Practitioner helps bring an integrated approach to the full set of coaching communications skills, which enables people to have a better experience and quality of life. Carole is responsible for our Life Coaching Zone. To contact Carole, send an e-mail to carole@livingsuccess.co.uk.