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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Detoxification Interpreted

Detoxification Interpreted The detoxification process happens within every breath of every day and every cell of our body. An essential cycle of transformation and clearance. Where our body takes substances (toxins) that, in excess, have the potential to be harmful and changes or eliminate them to cause less harm. These toxins are part of our […]

An Insight Into Postpartum Hair Loss

Once bub has arrived you may notice some abnormal or excessive hair shedding – rest assured, this is normal and temporary. Here’s what you need to know about postpartum hair loss and how to manage hair loss holistically. What is postpartum hair loss? Postpartum hair loss is also referred to as telogen effluvium – a […]

Understanding Adrenal Fatigue AKA Burnout

What is adrenal fatigue? Adrenal Fatigue or burnout is an stress-related condition that occurs when your adrenal glands, hypothalamus and pituitary gland are functioning below their optimal level. It is the result of chronic physical or emotional stress disrupting the body’s ability to make stress hormones in the right amounts and at the right time […]

Menopause – Hot Flushes?

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 […]

Bloating, Cramping, Constipation? You could have SIBO

WHAT IS SIBO? SIBO or Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth is a condition where there is an abnormal number of bacteria present in the small intestine. These are normal bacteria, usually found in the large intestine, that ferment starches and fibres into gases that damage the small intestine and cause a lot of symptoms. SYMPTOMS OF […]

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 […]