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Thyroid Health: Signs, Symptoms, Testing and Natural Support
Thyroid symptoms rarely arrive with a neat label. Here is what your thyroid actually does, the signs of an underactive and overactive thyroid, the tests worth asking for, suggested functional optimal ranges, and how to support thyroid health naturally.
Read MoreComplete DNA & Methylation Test Australia – Unlock Your Genetic Potential with Fitgenes.
Unlocking Your Genetic Potential: The Power of Methylation Testing Picture this: you wake up feeling fatigued, struggling to shake off that lingering brain fog that has become all too familiar. You start to wonder about your overall health and wellbeing, and you long for answers—something that can help you understand your body’s unique blueprint. If…
Read MoreIs it SIBO or is it IMO? Understanding the Methane Connection
If you’re dealing with chronic bloating, persistent constipation, or stubborn weight gain, you may have been told it’s SIBO. But there’s a subtype of this condition that often flies under the radar – one that’s more tenacious, more resistant to treatment, and involves a different kind of microbe altogether. It’s called Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO).…
Read MoreChronic Bloating, Gas, Low Energy, Gut Issues: Maybe It’s SIBO?
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) represents one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed digestive conditions affecting millions worldwide. From a naturopathic perspective, this condition epitomises how modern lifestyle factors can disrupt our body’s natural balance, creating a cascade of symptoms far beyond simple digestive discomfort. This comprehensive guide explores SIBO through a holistic lens, offering…
Read MoreParasites: a commonly overlooked cause for fatigue, brain fog and stubborn weight.
Parasites: a commonly overlooked cause for fatigue, brain fog and stubborn weight.
Read MoreFat Loss Unlocked: Science, Hormones, & Metabolism Explained
Are you frustrated with restrictive diets, endless calorie counting, and punishing workouts that deliver disappointing results? You’re certainly not alone. Many people struggle with weight loss because conventional approaches miss the mark entirely. Rather than simply eating less and exercising more, a naturopathic approach addresses the root causes of weight gain—hormonal imbalances, compromised gut health,…
Read MoreCollagen Through the Life Stages: When Your Body Demands More
As we journey through different stages of life, our body’s collagen needs fluctuate dramatically. Whether you’re an athlete with joint stress, approaching menopause, or simply noticing the natural effects of ageing, understanding when and why your body needs additional collagen support can be transformative for your health and wellbeing. Understanding Collagen’s Critical Role in the…
Read MoreAntibiotics and Probiotics: What You Need to Know
Antibiotics and probiotics are often talked about, but there’s a lot of conflicting information out there. Whether it’s from social media, the news, or well-meaning friends, it can be tricky to sort fact from fiction. Let’s break it down into five important facts to help you better understand antibiotics and probiotics.
Read More10 Reasons You Might Be Feeling Tired (and How to Fix It)
Feeling tired all the time can make even simple tasks feel like a struggle, keeping you from fully enjoying life. Fatigue can be tricky to diagnose, as there are so many potential causes. Here are 10 common reasons for low energy, along with practical solutions to help you feel more energised and refreshed
Read MoreHormones and your mood: do you suffer from PMS?
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and in more severe forms premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) refers to a collection of symptoms experienced anywhere between 1-2 weeks before a menstrual period and usually disappear soon after your period has begun. Each woman will experience her own unique collection of symptoms and therefore treatment will vary from person to person.…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Bloating
Bloating can be embarrassing and irritating at the same time. When you feel like you are eating well, and exercising doing all the right things, bloating can be incredibly frustrating. I will show you how to get rid of bloating for good with dietary changes and natural remedies. The good thing about this issue is that it is often easily treated.
Read MoreLadies’ Biggest Secret: Vaginal Dryness
I am not sure why, but women often suffer from vaginal dryness/atrophy for far too long before asking for help, thus I felt the need to write this blog and encourage you to take action at the first sign of symptoms! There is a thin moisture layer that coats your vagina’s walls. The moisture helps…
Read MorePerimenopause to Menopause: Making a Smooth, Easy Transition
When you’re in your 40s, you may find yourself waking up at night in a sweat, and your periods may start to vary in blood loss and become erratic i.e you may have more/less frequent cycles . Chances are, this is perimenopause. Almost all women will experience a host of different symptoms as their hormones…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Brain-Gut Connection
Many people don’t think about the brain-gut connection, but you’ve most likely felt it. If you’ve ever felt like you had butterflies in your stomach, this is an example of the mind-gut connection. This unique sensation suggests that your brain and your gut are connected. Additionally, many recent studies show that gut health …
Read MoreDNA Profiling: Personalised health and wellbeing through your DNA
Why do I think DNA profiling is a breakthrough in personalised health and wellbeing? More than 20 years ago I chose to go into the field of naturopathic medicine not only to help people to overcome illness and live healthier lives, but also to work preventatively. It is my goal to give people the tools…
Read MoreWheat-free life – how to get started
A wheat-free diet can have an extensive range of health benefits for many of us. However, with wheat found in such a vast array of food products, it can be initially confusing to know how to get started with a wheat-free life. Here are some tips to help you find alternatives to wheat, as well as some of the many benefits of cutting out wheat altogether …
Read MoreA guide to avoiding milk – what are the alternatives?
If you do want to live a life without cow’s milk, it really can be done! Here we take a look at some of the very good reasons to cut out cow’s milk from your diet, as well as explore some of the alternatives, so you can still enjoy a healthy, nutritious diet. Look at some of the good reasons to cut out cow’s milk …
Read MoreEating for fertility: Detox and rebalance for conception and a healthy pregnancy
Are you unsuccessfully trying to conceive a baby? Do you know how important a healthy diet is for fertility and are you committed to keeping yourself healthy for fertility? Read our complex guide on eating for fertility to increase your chance of conceiving a healthy baby.
Read MoreThe role of DIM in breast and prostate cancer prevention and oestrogen balance
Did you know that a healthy oestrogen balance is crucial for your health? How does it work and how to achieve it? Learn about diindolylmethane (DIM) and its role in creating a good oestrogen balance, assisting in breast and prostate cancer prevention.
Read MoreWhat do we know about the Coronavirus?
It would not be unreasonable to assume that by the time this piece is written our understanding of COVID-19 would have changed. There’s nothing like the threat of a potential global pandemic to bring the media to frenzy and invite a wide array of commentary from “experts”. Fear is driven from the unknown …
Read MoreThe 10-minute workout you can do at home
Moving your body is so incredibly important for your health, and yet for so many of us, it’s low on the priority list. It might be a little too hot, a little too late or a little bit too much effort to drive to a gym, and struggle your way through an hour long class. But sneaking some extra exercise into your day …
Read MoreYou say vacation, I say staycation
When deciding your holiday schedule for the year, take into account which option is best for your health, not just your work commitments. There is even evidence now that opting for a staycation – holiday at home has health benefits. Have you been saving all your holidays to go on an amazing end-of-year trip? Well, research is showing that squirrelling away holiday
Read MoreReset and restore your energy naturally
Not a day goes by in clinic where I do not have at least one person struggling with fatigue. Busy lifestyles, poor gut health, harmful bacteria and viruses, environmental toxins, high stress levels, vitamin and mineral deficiencies and poor food choices all play a role in decreased energy levels. The link between …
Read MoreBalance your hormones naturally through diet
Why are hormones affecting us so strongly and why is hormonal balance so important? Learn about factors affecting the hormonal balance and how to treat hormonal balance naturally. Whilst you may not be very familiar with the endocrine system and what it does, its effects on you and your health are undeniable. Hormones, on the…
Read MoreRestore your gut health
I am sure by now that you are aware that your gut health is uber important for your overall health and well-being. Not only does it provide absorption of nutrients, improve your immune system but also helps to balance brains neurotransmitters. In terms of immune support, the gut bacteria directly provides protection for the lining…
Read MoreMagnesium – The mightiest mineral (all you need to know)
Did you know that magnesium is the fourth most plentiful mineral in your body? Magnesium plays several vital roles for both your mental and physical health. However, you may not get enough of it even if you eat magnesium-rich foods …
Read MoreHealthy, clear skin, YES!
Healthy, glowing skin doesn’t have to be elusive. Check out my top tips for your clearest skin along with three things that you can do today to get started on improving your skin health. Read on to learn more!
Read MoreAnxiety, Depression & Natural Medicine
With one in five Australians experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression at some point in their life and the rising cost of prescription medications, along with the adverse effects and withdrawal symptoms that many suffer from, it is not surprising that many are exploring alternative avenues.
Read MoreWomen’s Multivitamins
Many of my patients prevent to the clinic suffering from vitamin and mineral deficiencies. This may be due to poor dietary intake as well as farming and agricultural methods, including the use of fertilisers, which affect the vitamin and mineral balance of the soil and in turn the food we consume. I do recommend that…
Read MoreHappiness in the darker months
Finding peace and happiness in a busy lifestyle can be hard for some and the cooler months can make this particularly hard with less outdoor exercise and sun exposure resulting in less serotonin boosts and vitamin D absorption. To help you work towards a healthy, happy winter I have put together 9 essential lifestyle and…
Read MoreHow to Detox for Health
Detoxification remains one of the core concepts of naturopathic medicine. At a clinical level, effective detoxification is far more than a focus on the liver detoxification pathways. The skin, lymphatics, bowel, kidneys and respiration are all other essential systems to support during a truly holistic detoxification program, yet often overlooked and forgotten. In my clinic,…
Read MoreWhen the party’s over…
It makes me ridiculously happy to see so many of my clients having achieved their health goals this year. Coming into the festive season, with extra party foods and drinks, can though undo some of the good work that has been done on improving gut health. Higher alcohol, gluten and sugar intake can all lead…
Read More7 ways to boost your fertility naturally
Work towards a healthy BMI Both Mum and Dad need to ensure that they are in their healthy weight range. Carrying excess weight impacts upon our hormones and therefore, for mum, this can reduce ovulation and for dad, extra weight will affect both testosterone levels and affect sperm production. Being underweight can be just as…
Read MoreShould you get rid of gluten to improve your fertility?
Gluten is like glue in your digestive system! Remember how you made glue by mixing flour and water together when you were little? The same thing is happening in your digestive system…eek! Gluten is a rubbery protein found in wheat, rye, triticale and barley. It is a big problem for people with Coeliac Disease but…
Read MoreBeating Springtime Allergies
With the pollens of Spring many people find themselves rushing off to the pharmacy for antihistamines. Unfortunately, these drugs rarely deal with all of the symptoms of seasonal hay fever not to mention the unwanted side effects such as headaches, sleeplessness/sleepiness and rapid heartbeat. So if you are wanting to tackle your hay fever symptoms…
Read MoreIs your home making you sick?
We’re exposed to toxins in our environment almost everywhere we turn, but we do have the power to ensure our home environment is a safe haven from the chemical onslaught through our choices of cleaning products, cookware, house paint, carpet, deodorant, makeup, food, and water. Examining each and every product we come into contact with…
Read MoreDon’t Wait for Losing Weight
Healthy eating is SO important but never forget that exercise is an integral part of any type of weight loss program. It has a beneficial impact on appetite, and provides long-term health benefits. For most patients it’s recommended to aim for, or build up to, 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise, where you are puffing…
Read MoreIs your weight stopping you conceiving?
If you’re overweight, or carrying a few extra kilos, you may already have tried one of those ‘fad diets’ advertised in magazines and on the internet. However, many of these diets can leave you feeling hungry and slow down your metabolism, making you more likely to suffer from rebound weight gain. This is because these…
Read MoreWinter is Coming…
Are you at the mercy of winter each year? Do those dreaded colds and flus leave you and your family with runny noses, coughs, sore throats, headaches, fevers and fatigue through the winter months? These symptoms are often the leading cause of time away from school and work. Now is the perfect time to boost…
Read MoreTea for Fertility
I love the ritual of making herbal tea…I love using my favourite teapot and cup, the teas too are fragrant and a perfect source of easily absorbable vitamins and minerals. Of course if you know me, you have probably tried one of my herbal medicine tonics and no, they do not taste amazing, unlike my…
Read MoreMythbusting Menstruation: Part 3
Testosterone? In women? What? Okay, so I know when you hear testosterone you picture Rambo, but it’s actually really important for women too. While women have about 15 times less testosterone than men, the tiny amount we do have contributes to a healthy libido, muscle mass and bone strength, energy, mood, clear thinking and decision-making.…
Read MoreMythbusting Menstruation: Part 2
PMS, the syndrome that has spawned a thousand acronyms! The internet will give you many “definitions” of PMS. Many are not particularly flattering to women, and show a certain culture of disdain and dismissal, but some actually describe common premenstrual symptoms. For example, ‘Pissy Mood Syndrome’ or ‘Psychotic Mood Shift’ show the anger and irritability,…
Read MoreMythbusting Menstruation: Part 1
The ups and downs of women’s hormones Okay, guys, listen up! We know that you know that women are complex creatures, and that’s one of the things you love about us, right? But sometimes it can be a little overwhelming trying to understand where your lady friend is at, when she’s loving and affectionate one…
Read MoreHerbs for Health
Herbs – what a wonderful gift nature has provided us with. As the musician Jacqueline du Pre once said “the intense perfumes of the wild herbs as we trod them underfoot made us feel almost drunk.” And it’s true, not only can their heady scents intoxicate us but can also invoke memories of baked dinners,…
Read MoreHow to Get Pregnant….Fast!
If you’re looking for help getting pregnant, you’ve come to the right place. At Tonic Natural Health, we specialise in fertility, offering advice, consultations, as well as our tailored Fertility Formula program. Read this blog post to find out how to get pregnant quickly, thanks to understanding your menstrual cycle. Getting pregnant with Tonic Natural…
Read MoreEating for Ultimate Fertility
Good nutrition is vital for preconception health as well as through your pregnancy and beyond. Nutrition is the building block for both the egg, sperm and also ensuring the mother has a sufficient storage of nutrients so that she isn’t depleted throughout her pregnancy. Starting to eat well when you find out you are pregnant…
Read MoreNutritional supplements, are not all created equally!
Before thinking of baby Most men and women doing pre-natal planning will decide to take prenatal supplement. If you go to your GP for this, they will recommend a chemist brand supplement starting with E, but this formula is actually all wrong for what we need. You need to include top quality supplements that are…
Read MoreFertility Friendly Foods
There is a really strong link between diet and fertility. Providing your body the nutrients it needs to make a strong healthy baby is super important. Depending on what your diet is now, and where it needs to be for pre-pregnancy and pregnancy, you may need to spend 3-6 months prior to conception cleaning up…
Read MoreFertility Tests
Before the preganancy When you first start to think about having a baby, the majority of people will just stop using contraception and get started on the baby making process! However it is super important to have some blood tests done at this point because some deficiencies may prevent pregnancy from occurring, some may make…
Read MoreTen Steps To Improving Your Fertility
There could be a number of reasons why you want to increase your fertility. Perhaps you have been trying for a while and you’re not yet pregnant, you may have had a long and arduous journey and been told that it “may not happen”, or a baby may be just a tiny thought in the…
Read MoreAlcohol & Fertility
Why alcohol won’t help you increase your chances of getting pregnant” We all know that it’s not recommended to drink while pregnant because it could harm your baby, but did you know that alcohol can have a devastating impact on your fertility? The findings from studies done around the world are indisputable. Alcohol should be…
Read MoreRegulate Your Menstrual Cycle
Are you a woman who has no idea when your period is coming, or do they come like clockwork every month at the same time? Your cycle should arrive approximately every 28 days and hopefully, ovulation will occur each cycle too. The way we work out cycle length is we count the first day your…
Read MoreEgg & Sperm Health
Targeting the health of the egg and sperm through diet and supplementation makes a HUGE difference to fertility outcomes. Firstly let’s look at the egg You want the quality of the egg to be the best it can be (think free-range organic VS cage eggs) so it can survive the sperm “attack” and the journey…
Read MoreStress & Fertility
The way your body deals with stress is to send out chemical markers that increase inflammation, in the hope that the inflammation will attract other things in our blood that will heal the stress. However, our body perceives all stress the same, whether it is a cut or burn, or psychological stress like a bad…
Read MoreWhat you need to know about protein powders
There are so many different protein powders available on the market. What’s the best one for you? Whey protein is the most common protein powder and has a full amino acid profile, giving a complete source of protein to provide recovery and repair muscles. Whey is a dairy product and can be hard for the…
Read MoreIBS…or is it?
We have all heard of IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It tends to be diagnosed when no other reason can be found for the symptoms that are occurring. The most common symptoms being bloating, pain, swinging bowel movements, uncomfortable feelings after eating and even fatigue. People experience a range of diverse symptoms which can be attributed to IBS.
Read MoreDetox & weight loss
A detox should not be a quick weight loss fix, but a method to prepare the ground (your body) for long term harvest. A comprehensive detoxification program should be a means to achieve your goals, yes. But, also and most importantly, to set up long term sustainable lifestyle changes to achieve fundamental improvements in your…
Read MoreClean Up Your Environment
We are exposed to toxins in our environment almost everywhere we turn but we can make our own environments a safe haven from chemical onslaught through our choices in our cleaning products, cookware, house paint, carpet, deodorant, makeup, food, and water. Products harming our fertility Examining each and every product we come into contact with…
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