Nutritional Medicine
What is Amazaki?
Koji is a less known superfood found in a variety of macrobiotic foods. Containing Aspergillus oryzae, koji is used to make foods such as miso, amazaki and tamari.
Why Is A Japanese Diet Good For your Heart?
Studies spanning decades investigate several Japanese staple foods as being potentially responsible for lower cases of CVD in Japan when compared with CVD in other countries such as Australia
The Macrobiotic Diet: A Holistic Wellness Solution
The Japanese macrobiotic diet has a fascinating history that dates back several centuries. Its roots can be traced to the teachings of George Ohsawa, a Japanese philosopher, who believed that food plays a critical role in achieving physical and spiritual balance.
Eczema Relief With Natural Medicine
Did you know that eczema is not just a surface issue? In fact, it goes beyond the skin and can indicate a deeper imbalance within your body. Eczema can be a clear sign of an overactive immune system and even point towards poor gut health.
Why Am I Tired All The Time?
It is ok to be fatigued for a day or two but if it is constant, there is something more going on. What is the reason you are tired all the time?
Recommended Daily Intake vs Therapeutic Dosages
When you look on any nutritional label for a food product, you see a reference for a RDI which is also known as the Recommended Daily Intake. But is this enough?
A Naturopath's Life : From Dawn till Dusk Routine
The naturopath's day starts with a harmonious symphony of self-care, patient care, and continuous learning. As the first rays of the sun grace the horizon, a naturopath starts the day by nurturing their own well-being before a patient's.
Outsmart Glandular Fever Naturally: Unconventional Strategies for a Full Recovery
While medications and rest play a crucial role to overcome glandular fever, incorporating unconventional strategies can support a full recovery. Prioritising a nutrient-rich diet is essential to boost the immune system and help the body combat the virus. Including foods high in vitamins C, E, and B-complex, as well as zinc and omega-3 fatty acids
Is Your House Making You Sick?
Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) refers to a condition in which occupants of a building experience a range of symptoms and discomfort that are associated with spending time in that particular environment. These symptoms, which can vary in severity, include headaches, fatigue, respiratory issues, eye irritation, dizziness, and even difficulty concentrating.
Finally, Escape the UTI Struggle: Solving Difficult UTIs
A difficult urinary tract infection can be a distressing and challenging experience for both men and women. This type of infection occurs when bacteria enter the urethra and multiply, causing irritation and inflammation in the urinary tract. What makes it particularly challenging is that it often recurs despite treatment, leaving individuals feeling frustrated and desperate for relief.
Does Magnesium Cause Digestive Issues?
You may have heard that magnesium is essential to take and might help you with sleep, achy joints or energy. But have you experienced digestive problems when you take it?
Top 10 Best Organic Farmer's Markets in Perth
If you are searching for fresh, organic food straight from the market, then these are the best in Perth.
Alzheimer's, Dementia and Plasmalogens
What can plasmalogens do to help alzheimer's disease or dementia? How can nutrition give a patient a better quality of life or potentially even slow the progression of the diseases?
Long Covid and Naturopathy
Long Covid or post-covid is defined as continuing signs and symptoms from four weeks to greater than three months. Ongoing data suggests that 30% of patients will have persisting covid symptoms for over 6 months.
Folates, Methylation and Reproductive Health
Over the past 10 years or so there has been a greater focus on MTHFR and the potential need for activated folic acid such as mecobalamin or Co-methylcobalamin. How important is it?
Lead Poisoning and Chelation Naturally
Lead toxicity in Australia occasionally makes the news but what about the small amounts making the way into your food, cigarettes, plastics or other? How do you chelate it or detox it naturally?
Why See A Naturopath?
Why would it be a good idea to visit a naturopath to get help for your health? Have you tried seeing a GP or regular medical specialist for your condition? A naturopath looks at things deeper by using functional medicine testing, herbal medicine, nutrition and a holistic approach.
HIV, AIDS and Naturopathic Medicine
Viruses like EBV or CMV contribute to chronic fatigue symptoms. But HIV causes more severe deterioration of the immune system resulting in chronic deficiency and decline.
Heavy Metal Detoxing 101
The world is full of toxicity and if you are not working to detox, they will build up in your body over time. How do you do it?
Preparing Your Immunity and Detoxing After Covid Vaccination
Who would have ever thought 2 years ago that we would be here in a world that seems so foreign? Where freedom of movement has been taken for health. Divided families and friends because of a debate on the health of the world's population. Strangely, both sides want the same thing - the best health for everyone.
How To Get Rid Of Eczema
Going mad over itchy, inflamed red, and sometimes scaly, patches… There’s nothing quite like the irritation and frustration that eczema can cause.
Is your Gut the Cause of your Allergies?
Does stepping outside on a bright spring day make your eyes feel as if they were on fire? Believe it or not, It could be your gut! Yes, that’s right. Your gut.
Tips To Reduce Stress and Sleep Well
Going through a lot of stress impacts the quality of sleep you get come bedtime. Sometimes the mind simply does not shut down so that you can finally fall asleep.
Oestrogen and Functional Testing
Out of all the hormones, most of us have heard of Oestrogen (US spelling estrogen). Today I will shed a little light on the different types of Oestrogen.
ABC News Says “Calcium and Vitamin D Not Needed” – What is the scientific truth?
On November 29th 2019, ABC News featured in an article entitled “Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Not Necessary for Healthy Adults” a recent review that was published in the Medical Journal of Australia.
Supercharged Energy Keys
Are your energy levels not what they should be? Are you feeling dips in energy and struggling to keep up with your friends, family or colleagues?
Maximising Men’s Fertility
When trying to conceive, couples tend to focus only on the woman’s health, overlooking the man’s. When the man’s health is below optimal state, it has a negative impact on the whole fertility.
More Energy with a Spring Detox
If you have been following our blog, you might have read about how we are all exposed to toxins every minute, every day, everywhere.
Overcoming Chronic Disease by Addressing Inflammation
Chronic inflammatory disease have been on a steady rise, reaching epidemic levels around the world. In Australia alone, half of the population suffer from one.
Do You Need A Detox?
The body undertakes a process called detoxification to eliminate toxins and be able to maintain a healthy balance of all its functions.
Iodine Myths for Thyroid Health
Most of us are afraid of something causing harm to us like having too much salt or iodine. We may have been regarding it to be harmful, and consequently, should be avoided. Iodised salt, in particular.
Magnesium – A Core Essential for Everyone
The pressures of modern living may be inescapable, but it’s not the end of the world. There are things that can be done to overcome these stressors and be able to cope.
Effective Tools for Weight Loss Success
Trying to lose weight properly and effectively needs planning and tracking. No matter what health challenges you have, keeping a healthy weight is absolute key to them all.
Microbiome Health to Strengthen Immunity
When the gut microbiome is imbalanced, you may feel digestive issues such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, to name a few.
The Role of Magnesium Against Stress and Depression
Magnesium is in every cell of the human body. In fact, it comes fourth as the most abundant mineral and plays roles in more than 300 activities, both within physically and mentally.
Detoxing from a Toxic World
All too often, we are exposed to heavy metals, and heavy metal toxicity poses a great threat to health. It can lead to serious health conditions as they damage organs and most are permanent and debilitating,
Modern Weight Loss: 15 Methods That Work
Looking around on the internet, a lot of myths have popped up regarding weight loss. People often end up doing insane things that mostly don’t have evidence supporting the claim.
Zinc Improves Sleep Quality
Having trouble catching those z’s at night? Is your insomnia impacting your work and day-to-day activities?
Speedy Weight Loss Secrets
Obesity is definitely on the rise in Australia. Two out of three adults, and one out of 4 children and adolescents in Australia were classified as either being overweight or obese in 2015.
Essential Steps to Overcome Autoimmunity
Our surroundings is creeping with bacteria, viruses, and toxins. Everything that we are exposed to, especially the air that we breathe, the things we touch, and the food we eat.
3 Top Tips To Build Energy
What do you do when energy seems to be too low and all you feel is sluggishness, fatigue, and exhaustion?
Overcoming a Cold and Flu Quickly
Do you feel run down, your throat sore, and nose runny? Maybe also have cough, a headache, and fever? You don’t have to suffer and wait until your cold is gone.
Reflux Not Always Too Much Acid
The requirement for nutrients of the human body is constant from conception, through adult life. Sadly, its ability to digest and absorb these vital nutrients properly declines as we age.
Iron Essentials
When you don’t have enough iron in your body, the oxygen that is being delivered to your cells to create energy is insufficient either, causing you to feel exhausted and rundown.
Folic Acid in Pregnancy
Are you trying to fall pregnant? Curious of how much folic acid to take? Folate has been associated to healthier pregnancies and healthier babies.
Bicarbonate of Soda reduces Autoimmune inflammation
Baking soda is a common ingredient in baking and cooking. It helps the batter expand, which when put in heat, rises. You might even know too that it is also a popular cleaning aide.
Chronic Staph Infections and Your Health
S. aureus, also nicknamed “staph”, is a type of bacteria that lives inside the body and is opportunistic. About a third of individuals carry Staphylococcus aureus,
Do You Need More Vitamin B12?
Almost three-fourths of the vitamins that are required in our diet belong to the vitamin B-group. The B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning they need to constantly be replenished
Allergies – An Updated View and Support
Do you feel bloated or get headaches when you eat certain foods? Do you find yourself sneezing when a dog or cat comes near you?
Super Ageing and Living Long
Have you noticed something forming at the outer corners of your eyes? You look closely in the mirror, and… alas! It’s the dreaded crow’s feet! And how about other parts of your skin?
How To Avoid Super Infections Naturally
One of the most dangerous health threats known to humans are superbugs that have evolved to be resistant to multiple drugs.
Vitamin D for Baby Health
Baby health depends on the health of the mother not only during pregnancy, but also PRIOR to conception.
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How to Manage Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Naturally [Part 2 of 2]
AS, or Ankylosing Spondylitis is one type of arthritis that targets the spine or the vertebrae, fusing them together.
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How to Manage Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Naturally [Part 1 of 2]
Ankylosing Spondylitis, or AS, is one type of arthritis that targets the spine or the vertebrae, fusing them together.
The Human Microbiome and Your Health
Do you have pain around the abdomen, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, gas or reflux? These are signs that the gut is not in its optimal condition and your bacteria blueprint or microbiome is out of balance.
Top 8 Health Goals to Start 2018
Ahh… It’s that time again when all of us are making new year’s resolutions, or updating our bucket lists. Some of us might make relationship or family goals top priority.
Healthy Mums and Babies
When we hear the word “bacteria”, we tend to picture in our minds millions and thousands of germs causing infection, illnesses, diseases, and for some of us, even death.
Treating Depression Naturally
One in every 6 Australians experience mental illness at any age. Worldwide, depression remains to be the number one cause of disability.
Do I need a Multivitamin Supplement?
Are you getting enough crucial nutrients from your diet alone? There is a big chance that you’re not, and that you need multivitamins to supplement your diet.
5 Reasons to Lose Weight
After winter comes summertime! Best time to begin shredding off those extra kilos. Not only will losing weight help one feel better and look better;
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
As an old saying goes “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. The core focus on naturopathy and integrative medicine is to holistically work on the body
Overcoming Morning Fatigue
Have you ever woken up to mornings when you felt like you haven’t had a single second of sleep throughout the night? Do you find it difficult to wake up,
Bring Back Your Energy
Feeling tired more often than you are energised? Has fatigue been sneaking up on you? Sounds like you may have persistent fatigue – and this could seriously affect your everyday life!
Zinc – A Key Essential Trace Element
Did you know that Zinc is one of the essential nutrients that your body needs, and that whether you have enough Zinc in your body or not has a huge effect on your overall health?
Stress Strategies Naturally
There is not one single person who hasn’t experienced stress. The little stresses are what makes our bodies stronger, and more capable of responding to stressful situations.
Magnesium – What form is the best?
Magnesium is one of the minerals most commonly prescribed by naturopaths. Thus, choosing the right form and right dose is hugely important to gain maximum benefit in the shortest time.
Mercury Toxicity and Health
Did you know that Mercury is 1000 times more toxic than lead? Mercury is the most toxic, non-radioactive heavy metal that exists on earth,
Destroying Anxiety and Bringing Back Calm
Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time, it’s a natural response to stress! To most people, it could even be a motivator to push you to finish assignments and projects,
Mothers’-To-Be Nutrition Status Impacting Future Generations
It is now a known fact that the mum’s health affects the unborn child’s health during and after deliver, continuing through the child’s life. It has been recently found,
Is Your Sluggish Thyroid Making You Sick?
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the base of your neck. It releases hormones that control metabolism—the way your body uses energy.
Meet your body demands with essential Nutrients
Does your Body Need Extra Nutrients? Mineral deficiency is very common in Australians and New Zealanders, which is surprising isn’t it?
Ready to Start a Family?
Preconception Fertility Care- When and Where to Begin? Are you and your partner making plans to have a baby? It is essential that you have all the nutrients to conceive
IBS and gastrointestinal fungus like Candida
Candida albicans is normally a harmless yeast present in the gastrointestinal tract of humans. The digestive tract of an average adult contains over 500 different strains of bacteria and fungus living in harmony.
Overcoming Depression and Low Mood
What not many people realise is that mental health disorders are fairly common. Most cases go undiagnosed by a professional.
Naturopath’s Sleep Tips (Part 2): The Don’ts
You’ve read about what you should do. Here are some things that you should avoid if you are aiming to optimise your sleep: Working out 90 minutes or less before bedtime.
Naturopath’s Sleep Tips (Part 1): The Must-Do’s
Do you wake up in the morning still feeling tired and stressed despite having 8 straight hours of sleep? Or, do you have trouble drifting off and heading straight to a deep slumber?
A Naturopath’s Top 8 Tips To Reduce Stress
Stress has a much greater impact on your overall health than you think. Since stress response is a coping mechanism for the human body to an external threat,
Prebiotics and the Digestive Health
You must have heard a lot about probiotics. But do you know what prebiotics are and what the difference is between the two?
What is NAC?
N-Acetyl Cysteine, or NAC, is such an effective reliever of coughing, wheezing, and phlegm brought about by colds or flu,
pH and Bone Health
You might have heard of our body’s constant balancing of internal pH, or the pH of only a certain part of the body.
Choosing a High Quality Fish Oil
Fish oil is wildly popular with both health practitioners and patients around the world. There is no doubt that omega-3 has a wide array of benefits such as potent anti-inflammatory properties,
Brace yourselves. Here comes winter.
The “cold” days of winter are coming. And by cold, we mean the sneezing-and-stuffy-nose kind of cold. Or flu. When we catch cold, we’re forced to stay in bed as much as we can.
When Inflammation Decides To Stay
Cuts, bumps, sprains — these are all normal reactions to any injury, and they are all referred to as inflammation.
Top 9 Must-Eat Superfoods for Optimal Health
Patients ask me often about the best, healthiest foods to eat. The term “Superfood” has been so overused, it leaves many wondering what really are the best foods to eat for the best nutritional benefit.
What is Integrative Oncology?
Also regarded as integrative medicine, integrative oncology is the use of integrative therapies along with conventional medicine.
Negative Health Impact of Plastics
Everywhere we look these days, there’s something made out of plastic. Can you count how many items inside your house is made of plastic, or has some plastic parts in them?
Perth’s Top 15 Must Visit Organic Hubs
Many patients looking for the best organic suppliers ask me, “Where are the best organic cafes and shops?”.