Our recommended diet plan for the first, second and third trimesters
Morning sickness and cravings during pregnancy are a common occurrence. Did you know that morning sickness is the product of: placental hormones (the communication between the uterus and embryo) the increase of human chorionic gonadotropin hormones (hCG) the hormone...
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Foods & drink to make you feel great this Summer
Kinderlings Kids Radio is family-friendly kids radio for children and their grown-ups and I was delighted to be invited on their show with Shevonne Hunt to discuss what to eat and drink to make you feel great this Summer. Listen to the episode below and subscribe to...
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Morning sickness? It’s in your genes
Nausea is a common complaint in pregnancy. More commonly known as 'morning sickness', nausea, vomiting, lethargy and tiredness can clear up by the end of the first trimester, or for some women, may persist throughout the entire pregnancy. More rarely, severe vomiting...
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Combating cortisol without quitting your job!
We have all experienced stress, but did you know it could be causing you a number of other health related complaints? Up to 90% of all doctor's office visits are due to stress-related ailments! The stress hormone, cortisol, could be causing your moodiness, daytime...
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Good Eggs (Embryo Quality Part 2)
Did you know the quality of your egg is the most important factor for achieving a successful pregnancy? Coenzyme 10 (or more commonly known as CoQ10) is a natural vitamin-like substance found in our bodies, and is in small amounts in meats and seafood. As women age,...
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Top 10 Tips For a Better Nights Sleep
Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Insufficient sleep could be affecting you more than you realise. The effects of inadequate sleep can be far reaching - impacting memory, learning, creativity, productivity and emotional stability, as well as your...
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Good Eggs (Embryo Quality Part 1)
Did you know that women are born with approximately 2,000,000 eggs? By the time of their first period, this number is reduced to approximately 300,000 (Marcus and Brinsden 1996), and your egg numbers will continue to fall until menopause. Did you know that there is...
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The Ultimate Xmas, New Year Hangover Cure!
There's nothing like waking on the 1st January with a severe hangover, a bloated stomach, several new pimples and a hazy memory of the last 4 weeks! You may have had an awesome festive season, but no doubt your body will be paying the price. We all know January is the...
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Is a food intolerance preventing fat loss?
Do you need caffeine and sugar to give you energy? Does your belly swell up as soon as you eat something ‘you shouldn’t have’? Then perhaps you have a food intolerance. When we eat foods our bodies can’t tolerate, it triggers an inflammatory process that starts in...
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Protecting yourself in Poor Air Quality
With bush fires still burning across New South Wales, it's not surprising many of our patients are concerned about the poor air quality that is sweeping across the state, and other parts of Australia. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is...
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Fight wrinkles with clinically trialled Collagen
Are you using moisturisers, serums and skin boosters and not getting any results, or at least the results you would hope? Does your skin still look tired and lack lustre? Have you heard of the saying ‘beauty starts from with in’? Currently ALL of my clients are raving...
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Enjoy this festive season without the side of guilt
It's that time of year again! The temperature is rising, the free dates in your calendar are a thing of the past, and there is a distinct sound of Christmas carols in the air. The festive season is a season overflowing with Christmas parties, celebratory lunches,...
read more4 Common Skin Conditions (Blackheads, Whiteheads, Congestion & Cystic Acne)
Blackheads Blackheads are open comedones, where the pore of the skin is filled with sebum that has oxidized (like the way an apple turns brown after a while of cutting it). Usually black heads are caused by an overproduction of uncontrolled oil, improper cleansing,...
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Your Optimal Diet for Acne
Did you know, if your parents suffered from acne, you are more likely to develop acne at some stage? During the ages of 11-30 years, up to 80% of people will be affected by acne. If both parents had acne, it’s more likely you will develop severe acne in your earlier,...
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Inflammation & Your Body
Did you know that chronic inflammation has been linked to diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, fertility and depression? The inflammatory response can be triggered by things such as chemicals, pollens, certain foods. The immune system realizes there is...
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Get the scoop on Natural Sunscreens
After the last few days of beautiful weather I started thinking about how to protect my skin, yet still enjoy the sunshine. I love summer and feel so alive after a day at the beach, with the sand in my toes and sun on my face! So, to find out what a natural sunscreen...
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Beauty Starts with Breakfast (includes healthy skin recipe)
Having spent years in Holistic Beauty Therapy and Naturopathy, I can quite confidently say the usual culprit for tricky skin conditions can be found lurking deep inside the gut. Red inflamed skin is a reflection of what's happening inside your body. Conditions like...
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Packing a Healthy School Lunch Box
With the start of another school year upon us, parents are preparing themselves for the routine task of making school lunches. And did you know that over a school year, parents will pack approximately 200 lunch boxes per child!! The lunch box dilemma begins. With a...
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Maximising and Maintaining the Health of Your Gut Bacteria
A recent presentation by Marla Cunningham, a leading naturopath, has shed some fascinating new light on the underground world of our gut microbiome. Here is a takeaway summary of all the need-to-know information that will help you to take better care of your friendly...
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Introducing the Omega 3 Index Score – What’s Yours?
Introducing the Omega 3 Index Score - What’s Yours? Have you ever wondered if you are consuming enough of the essential Omega 3 fats? A survey of 12,000 Australians found that 80% of people were not meeting the recommended daily intake for these healthy, anti...
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