How do I know if my back pain is severe?

Back pain is very common and is one of the leading causes of disability world wide. It can range from a simple muscular ache to a raging hot disc with referred pain down the legs or even referred pain from cancer! So how do you know how bad, is bad? And when to seek help! […]

Deformational Plagiocephaly

What is Deformational Plagiocephaly (DP)? Deformational Plagiocephaly (DP) (also known as positional plagiocephaly, or flattening of the head) is an increasingly common condition in infants since the “Back to Sleep” program was initiated to help combat SIDS. • Children tend to grow out of DP as they spend less time lying down• Incidence has been […]

Allergies: Could your gut be to blame?

More than 70% of your immune system lies in your gastrointestinal tract with trillions of gut microbes involved in regulating immune responses on a day-to-day basis. Altered gut health can have a huge influence on how we react to allergens and if your struggle with allergies is pushing you to your limit, it’s time to […]

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 actually beneficial for the body, challenging and helping us adapt on a physical and emotional level. We are lucky […]

Can Hair loss be caused by Autoimmune Disease?

Males and females can both be affected by hair loss which may be caused by a number of different factors. Otherwise known as alopecia, losing hair affects approximately 2% of the population and can be classified as alopecia areata (patches/areas of hair loss) or alopecia totalis (complete hair loss). Alopecia can be very distressing for […]

Thyroid Dysfunction: 10 Common Signs

There are approximately 60,000 new cases of thyroid diagnosed each year within Australia with statistics revealing that 1 in 8 women will experience thyroid-related issues in their lifetime. These figures are staggering and are increasing every year. Thyroid disorders are the most commonly underdiagnosed medical conditions today with some individualsunaware they even have the condition. […]

Pyroluria: The Hidden Cause of Anxiety and Depression?

Let’s understand how Pyroluria may be the root cause behind mental, emotional and behavioural issues. What is Pyroluria? Pyroluria is an abnormality in the body’s biochemistry which results in the overproduction of pyrrole molecules. The cause is not fully understood, however, it is believed that pyroluria is a genetic condition in which the body has […]

Need Immune Support?

Are you worried about staying well and fighting fit? Are you wondering how you can support your immune system? Our Naturopathic team at Hills Natural Health Centre can help. We are offering 15 min Acute Naturopathic consultations to help boost your immunity and reduce your chances of getting sick. These can be conducted either in […]

Have you been diagnosed with Lymphoedema?

Lymphoedema first of all needs to be diagnosed correctly by a medical practitioner who has knowledge in this area.  The diagnosis of Lymphoedema is simply overwhelming. There is a lot to take in and many questions to ask. What is it? Why is bandaging important? Should I wear a garment and when should I start wearing […]

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a specific condition where nerves or blood vessels between the collar bone and first rib are compressed causing pain in the shoulder and neck and/or numbness down the arm. The main types of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome include:Neurogenic (Neurological) – compression of the brachial plexus that come out from nerves in the […]