There is no denying that a good exercise routine is one of the key cornerstones to your optimal health and wellness. Not only can science back this up with undeniable research, the benefits can be felt in your body in the short and long term. Some of these benefits include: Reduced risk of heart…
Have you ever wondered why receiving a massage is a very relaxing experience? The answer is not so much about the relaxing music or oils, but how massage affects your nervous system. Research has shown that massage has a direct impact on lowering the levels of stress hormones that create the “fight-or-flight” response, and can…
Have you found yourself not looking forward to and having difficulty handling situations that previously you had no problem handling? Do you find yourself feeling more overwhelmed and irritable than normal? Does it seem to get worse at certain times of the month? It could be your hormones . Hormones are chemical messengers…
Recently I have seen a lot of clients with persistent acne. They all have their own unique story but the common thing they all express is how frustrated they feel. They have tried many creams, lotions and potions and have often excluded common known dietary triggers but still it persists. The skin is one…
The thyroid is a very important organ. It sits at the front of your neck in a butterfly shape. Your thyroid helps govern your metabolism. Some people have a slow metabolism and it’s a good idea to get your thyroid checked. Currently through a doctor, only TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) can be tested under…
WHY? It’s probably the question that sets naturopath’s apart from different health care professions. We all have our strengths and weaknesses but when you see a naturopath, not only will they be aiming to determine what is wrong they will also be aiming to find out how your body became out of equilibrium in the…
The thyroid is a gland in our neck that makes hormones. It works with our immune and nervous systems, and regulates metabolism. Due to multiple factors it can become underactive, overactive or have autoimmune issues. In Australia there are around 60,000 new cases of thyroid disease each year. Those more susceptible to thyroid problems are…
Do you wake up unrefreshed? It just doesn’t matter how much sleep you get, you wake up tired. Once you get going, you’re OK, but you just want to hit the snooze button ten times. For some people that can be the sign of a sluggish liver. What is a sluggish liver? Using the word,…
One of the quickest and most effective ways of getting both the male and female ready for conception is to cleanse the mind and body through detoxification. Increasing levels of toxins in the environment and therefore what we are exposed to can lead to complications such as hormone imbalance, poor liver function, decreased circulation, inflammation,…
What’s treading? Social Media has framed a way for healthy living like no other. The great thing is that healthy food and a healthy lifestyle are in vogue , which is great for the overall health of our population. I have definitely noticed the new generation who have grown up with social media are a…