Uncovering the Connection Between Autoimmune Alopecia and Leaky Gut
Autoimmune diseases often have complex origins, with one condition, in particular, drawing more attention lately: alopecia areata, a disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, causing hair loss. Recently, researchers have begun exploring a possible connection between autoimmune alopecia and leaky gut syndrome. Could healing your gut help restore hair growth? Let’s dive […]
Cultivating Your Inner Garden
Tips for a Thriving Microbiome Our microbiome thrives on diversity.Ditch the processed, sugary stuff and embrace a rainbow of fruits, veggies, and whole grains. These provide the prebiotics, the fertiliser that feeds your good gut bugs. As a naturopath, I know the gut is the foundation of well-being. It’s not just about digestion; a balanced […]
Hypothyroidism & The Gut
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a common autoimmune disorder that causes significant morbidity. One of the most common causes of hypothyroidism in developed countries is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which is an autoimmune endocrine disorder that causes inflammation in the thyroid gland. In the case of Hashimoto’s, as with all autoimmune conditions, the problem lies with the immune system […]
The Thyroid Connection
Mastering Your Thyroid: Practical Tips for Maintaining Optimal Thyroid Function
The Circadian Rhythm & Sleep Hygiene
How well do you sleep at night? The answer to this question is often the best insight into an individual’s overall health and well-being. If you experience poor sleep, you’re not alone, with nearly 50% of Australian adults experiencing two or more sleep-related problems, e.g. difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep and daytime drowsiness (2016 Sleep […]
Allergies; Could your gut be to blame?
More than 70% of your immune system lies in your gastrointestinal tract, with trillions of gut microbes regulatingimmune responses daily. Altered gut health can hugely influence how we react to allergens, and if your struggle withallergies is pushing you to your limit, it’s time to find the root cause and closely look at your gut […]
Understanding the Transition to Menopause
Hot flushes? Irregular periods? Sleep problems? Anxiety? Weight gain? If you’re 40+ and experiencing these symptoms, thoughts of experiencing menopause may be setting in. What is menopause? Menopause is defined as the cessation of a woman’s ovarian function, with menstruation and ovulation coming to an end. During this process, […]
The Role Cortisol Plays In Weight Gain
Did you ever think that Cortisol, a steroid hormone, may be responsible for your excess and stubborn kilos? Stress is a part of our everyday lives; it’s a natural body response that, in small amounts, is beneficial for the body, challenging and helping us adapt physically and emotionally. We are lucky because our bodies have […]
Surviving the Holiday Season
8 Health Tips to Survive the Holiday Season The holiday season has officially arrived, and at this time of year, the healthy habits we practice routinely seem to take a backseat. It’s easy to engage in over-eating and indulging at social events, forget about moving our body and ditch the simple, healthy habits that make […]
Nature’s Anti-inflammatory Golden Child
This golden-hued spice has long been revered for its medicinal qualities, particularly its anti-inflammatory effects. The rhizome of Curcuma longa, more commonly known as turmeric, contains bioactive compounds called curcuminoids, which are responsible for several of its therapeutic properties. The most prominent and extensively studied of the curcuminoids present within turmeric is curcumin. Interestingly, curcumin […]