Weight Loss
What is Amazaki?
Koji is a less known superfood found in a variety of macrobiotic foods. Containing Aspergillus oryzae, koji is used to make foods such as miso, amazaki and tamari.
The Macrobiotic Diet: A Holistic Wellness Solution
The Japanese macrobiotic diet has a fascinating history that dates back several centuries. Its roots can be traced to the teachings of George Ohsawa, a Japanese philosopher, who believed that food plays a critical role in achieving physical and spiritual balance.
Why Am I Tired All The Time?
It is ok to be fatigued for a day or two but if it is constant, there is something more going on. What is the reason you are tired all the time?
Perth's Best Hikes and Walking Trails
Getting in nature to destress or exercise is free, invigorating and good for the soul. These are some of the best hiking trails around Perth to help you stay healthy.
Overcoming Food Intolerances
Food intolerances are technically not allergies and are more commonly digestive related. Bloating, stomach cramping, inflammation and fatigue are just a few of the many symptoms which come about with food intolerances.
Could Your Thyroid Be Causing Your Symptoms?
If you or someone you know is suffering from a thyroid condition, then you are aware just how this tiny gland can affect the whole body.
Poor Sleep? You Could Be At Risk Of These Serious Conditions
If you have ever slept poorly in the night, you may have found yourself losing your focus, alertness, appetite, mood, and energy the following day.
The 5 Most Common Disruptors of Microbiome Health
Research is continuingly proving that much of your immunity depends largely on your microbiome health.
Natural Pain Management With PEA (palmitoylethanolamide)
PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) started out back in 1939 as a natural food ingredient within dried egg yolk.
Elevating Energy Naturally
It is quite normal to feel tired or to experience fatigue throughout our lives when we experience periods of stress.
Resolving Inflammation to Overcome Chronic Disease
Chronic disease cases have been on a rise recently. In fact, half of the Australian population is diagnosed with one. In other countries, it has reached epidemic levels.
More Energy with a Spring Detox
If you have been following our blog, you might have read about how we are all exposed to toxins every minute, every day, everywhere.
Do you have Inflammation?
Have you had a splinter or a cut before? How about a sprained ankle? Do you remember the affected site to have gotten red, hot, and swollen?
Overcoming Chronic Disease by Addressing Inflammation
Chronic inflammatory disease have been on a steady rise, reaching epidemic levels around the world. In Australia alone, half of the population suffer from one.
Detox Essentials In the 21st Century
Having digestive issues such as bloating, pain, gas, and constipation, or problems with hormones, weight, and sluggishness could only mean one thing
Do You Need A Detox?
The body undertakes a process called detoxification to eliminate toxins and be able to maintain a healthy balance of all its functions.
Thyroid – The Master of Metabolism
The thyroid is the gland that is shaped like a butterfly in front of the neck. It secretes two hormones that are responsible for the metabolic processes for the whole body
Magnesium – A Core Essential for Everyone
The pressures of modern living may be inescapable, but it’s not the end of the world. There are things that can be done to overcome these stressors and be able to cope.
Effective Tools for Weight Loss Success
Trying to lose weight properly and effectively needs planning and tracking. No matter what health challenges you have, keeping a healthy weight is absolute key to them all.
The Role of Magnesium Against Stress and Depression
Magnesium is in every cell of the human body. In fact, it comes fourth as the most abundant mineral and plays roles in more than 300 activities, both within physically and mentally.
Weight Loss With The Right Gut Flora
Do you have trouble maintaining your weight at a healthy level? Does your weight keep increasing? You’re not alone.
Speedy Weight Loss Secrets
Obesity is definitely on the rise in Australia. Two out of three adults, and one out of 4 children and adolescents in Australia were classified as either being overweight or obese in 2015.
Creating Hormone Harmony
Female hormones play a complex role on how women live their lives. In most cases, it is a challenge most especially from puberty, through pregnancy, until menopause.
3 Top Tips To Build Energy
What do you do when energy seems to be too low and all you feel is sluggishness, fatigue, and exhaustion?
Overcoming Hormone Challenges
For your optimal, healthy body and mind, your hormones should be balanced and functioning at their peak. A little disruption and the body immediately reacts with different symptoms.
Boosting Testosterone Naturally
The normal testosterone levels in male peaks between the ages of 20 and 30, afterwhich, it starts to decline. In order to maintain good overall health in men,
Reflux Not Always Too Much Acid
The requirement for nutrients of the human body is constant from conception, through adult life. Sadly, its ability to digest and absorb these vital nutrients properly declines as we age.
Bicarbonate of Soda reduces Autoimmune inflammation
Baking soda is a common ingredient in baking and cooking. It helps the batter expand, which when put in heat, rises. You might even know too that it is also a popular cleaning aide.
Do You Need More Vitamin B12?
Almost three-fourths of the vitamins that are required in our diet belong to the vitamin B-group. The B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning they need to constantly be replenished
Is Eating Soy Dangerous or Even Cause Cancer?
Simply, no. Many internet articles contain false or inaccurate information, and it is of high importance for us users to fact-check and verify the reliability of the source.
Super Ageing and Living Long
Have you noticed something forming at the outer corners of your eyes? You look closely in the mirror, and… alas! It’s the dreaded crow’s feet! And how about other parts of your skin?
Vitamin D for Baby Health
Baby health depends on the health of the mother not only during pregnancy, but also PRIOR to conception.
The Human Microbiome and Your Health
Do you have pain around the abdomen, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, gas or reflux? These are signs that the gut is not in its optimal condition and your bacteria blueprint or microbiome is out of balance.
Top 8 Health Goals to Start 2018
Ahh… It’s that time again when all of us are making new year’s resolutions, or updating our bucket lists. Some of us might make relationship or family goals top priority.
Do I need a Multivitamin Supplement?
Are you getting enough crucial nutrients from your diet alone? There is a big chance that you’re not, and that you need multivitamins to supplement your diet.
Hormone Testing is Helpful
When a patient goes to a general doctor GP for help with a particular infection, whether viral or bacterial, they are prescribed with drug medications, which may be able to clear up the obvious symptoms.
Probiotics – The Latest Understanding
The hot topic for 2017 is the human microbiome and its impact on health. There has been some new findings about the microorganisms
5 Reasons to Lose Weight
After winter comes summertime! Best time to begin shredding off those extra kilos. Not only will losing weight help one feel better and look better;
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
As an old saying goes “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. The core focus on naturopathy and integrative medicine is to holistically work on the body
Overcoming Morning Fatigue
Have you ever woken up to mornings when you felt like you haven’t had a single second of sleep throughout the night? Do you find it difficult to wake up,
Bring Back Your Energy
Feeling tired more often than you are energised? Has fatigue been sneaking up on you? Sounds like you may have persistent fatigue – and this could seriously affect your everyday life!
Zinc – A Key Essential Trace Element
Did you know that Zinc is one of the essential nutrients that your body needs, and that whether you have enough Zinc in your body or not has a huge effect on your overall health?
Is Your Sluggish Thyroid Making You Sick?
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the base of your neck. It releases hormones that control metabolism—the way your body uses energy.
New Year – New Body
With the coming new year, comes new year resolutions. Most adults have “losing weight” on the top of their list, but sadly, are not able to actually achieve it.
A Naturopath’s Top 7 Tips To Survive Christmas
Ahh, the Holidays! They bring cheers and wonders, and families and friends together, but worry and stress could be tagging along.
Overcoming Depression and Low Mood
What not many people realise is that mental health disorders are fairly common. Most cases go undiagnosed by a professional.
10 Ways To Reduce Constipation Without Prescription
Has emptying your bowels become too much of a struggle? Or did you just notice that your bowel movements have become less often than normal?
Cracking the Best Sleep Code – Insomnia
Have you experienced staring at the ceiling at half past two in the morning? Can’t sleep, even at the darkest peak of the night?
Don’t let your hormones rule your life!
Managing Healthy Oestrogen Balance Oestrogen is a hormone that is essential for a healthy female reproductive system.
Juicing or Blending? Naturopath in Perth Advice
Can’t decide whether you should go for juicing or blending? Buy a blender or a juicer? Both have become so popular over the last couple of years due to their benefits,
Choosing a High Quality Fish Oil
Fish oil is wildly popular with both health practitioners and patients around the world. There is no doubt that omega-3 has a wide array of benefits such as potent anti-inflammatory properties,
Top 9 Must-Eat Superfoods for Optimal Health
Patients ask me often about the best, healthiest foods to eat. The term “Superfood” has been so overused, it leaves many wondering what really are the best foods to eat for the best nutritional benefit.
Easy Fermented Beetroot For Probiotics
If you have seen me as a patient, I would have definitely talked to you about your digestive health and suggested to bring in some probiotics.
7 Essential Natural Tips to Overcome Constipation
While everyone has their own unique “routine”, constipation may refer to any disruption in the typical rhythm which leads to digestive discomfort.
A Dream You for 2016
A new year has begun. What is your new years’ resolution? Is it financial? Starting an investment? Is it on family matters?
Considering shaking off some kilos?
New Year’s Resolutions… Recent research shows that more than half of the Australian women and two-third of the Australian men are either other weight or obese.
Anti-Aging with Natural Medicine
Are you forgetting names, your keys, flexibility and movement are getting difficult? Picking out on grey hair recently? – Are these signs of aging? Yes, its natural and it isn’t a disease.