The Importance of Prevention
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This an OLD saying but it is a saying that has become even more relevant than ever before. Humans are now enjoying longer life expectancies than ever before but there are many who suffer from …
Is your thyroid affecting your mood?
Have you been experiencing unexplained anxiety, depression, mood swings or sleeplessness? Read on – it may be your thyroid gland. The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland situated at the base of our neck just below the Adam’s Apple. Its main function is to regulate …
The Serious Consequences of a Leaky Gut
You might have heard the term ‘leaky gut’ thrown around lately. It’s something that’s happening more and more and it should absolutely be taken seriously. The technical term is intestinal hyper-permeability if you want to get serious, but for now we’ll use leaky gut to …
Do you listen as much as you talk?
Who remembers that giddy time in the beginning of a relationship – when all the happy hormones are in play, when you are constantly in the throes of lust, desire and attraction and you just can’t keep your hands off one another! You remember?… talking late into …
Why do I get acid reflux?
Acid reflux, also known as GORD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a condition that is commonly seen in naturopathic practice. GORD occurs when stomach contents reflux upwards into the oesophagus, and cause symptoms such as a burning sensation, irritation and discomfort. There are a number of …
Stress and Your Gut
Stress and emotions have an enormous impact on your gut health. If you need a practical example of this, think about this – when you are nervous, where do you feel it? The answer is usually in your stomach or gut. Butterflies in your tummy …
Healing Bloating Naturally
There are many ways to naturally address bloating. By supporting your natural digestive process and eliminating foods, you can begin your healing journey to beat your bloating for good. First, you need to determine what the cause is. Read up on the causes of bloating …
Digestive Insufficiency
There’s a lot that needs to happen to digest your food. First, you need to chew it properly, then you rely on the acid in your stomach, the enzymes from your pancreas and the bile made in the liver to break it down. A deficiency …
Food Allergy or Intolerance?
Food reactions can sometimes be glaringly obvious. But for many of us they are more subtle and hard to figure out. The biggest thing that will impact on your gut is the food that you eat. But how do you know what the right thing …
Your Microbiome and You
Your microbiome is the 2-3kg of bacteria, yeasts, viruses and archaea (ach-what??) that live inside of you. We have known that our bodies are co-inhabited by these microbes for some time, however everyday more and more research is published showing us just how vital this …