What Is Metabolic Dysfunction & How Do We Treat It?

man sitting on floor in darkened room used on a blog about metabolic dysfunction

I recently listened to a podcast where a Medical Doctor gives her profound perspective about the causes of metabolic dysfunction, which she believes is the core of most modern world chronic illnesses. The stats she shares are SHOCKING, her information makes so much sense and absolutely within the realms of our practice as Naturopaths and…

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Quick and Easy Savoury Mince on Toast

savoury mince on toast recipe

This quick and easy savoury mince recipe includes a serve of veg and is great served on toast. INGREDIENTS METHOD Heat olive oil in pan, add onions and cook for a few mins until soft.Add garlic and stir for a minute.Add mince and cook until browned.Add carrot and zucchini and stir for another few mins…

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Understanding Menstrual Migraine Headaches

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Migraines are a common and often debilitating type of headache, but for many women, they can be closely linked to their menstrual cycle. These are known as menstrual migraines, and they affect a significant number of women of reproductive age. Unlike typical migraines, menstrual migraine headaches are triggered by hormonal fluctuations, just before or during…

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DNA Methylation: How Methylation Influences Health Outcomes

methylation is one of the building blocks of health

With the recent increase in public awareness of methylation, research, and the availability of genetic and functional tests, it is important for us to keep abreast on clinical context of methylation. In addition, contradictory messages regarding the prescription of methyl donor nutrients make it challenging for a patient to determine best treatment approach. Our practitioners…

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Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum: A Severe Pregnancy Complication.

woman suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Everyone has heard of nausea in pregnancy and some women are lucky enough not to experience much at all. Unfortunately, for some the nausea is more intense and some even experience what is called ‘hyperemesis gravidarum’ (HG) – where nausea and vomiting is so extreme that it can cause dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and weight loss. …

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Intermittent Fasting for Women: What Are The Potential Health Benefits?

alarm clock next to a healthy plate of food indicating when you may eat if intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained significant popularity as a health and wellness trend over the last few years. It gained notoriety through a number of well-known health figures, including Dr Michael Mosley, who had experimented with it in an attempt to manage his type 2 diabetes diagnosis in 2012. IF involves alternating periods of eating…

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Simple Ways to Enhance Your Immune System

napkin printed with boost your immune system with a green smoothie

With the cold and flu season already in full swing, maintaining a strong immune system is vital to help keep you and your whole family healthy throughout the cooler months. Your immune system is your body’s natural defence mechanism against illness and while diet and a healthy gut are crucial in boosting immunity there are…

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Slow Cooker Beef

slow cooker beef stew with sweet potato mash and steamed green vegies

This slow cooker beef recipe makes this so easy, so delicious and really cost effective. You can do the same in a pressure cooker too. Serve with steamed green veges, a mash using sweet potato, potato and pumpkin or oven bakesome veges in the oven! INGREDIENTS METHOD Sauté onion in olive oil until soft.Add garlic,…

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