I don’t believe so. Your body is not a flatpack. When you are juggling symptoms, stress and conflicting advice, it’s tempting to experiment…but it rarely leads you to optimal health. Is it safe to DIY my health with supplements? In short, no. DIY health care and self-prescribing supplements can waste money, delay proper diagnosis, and sometimes … Read more
What is functional medicine? If you’ve ever felt dismissed by conventional medicine — told your symptoms are “just a part of ageing” or that everything looks “normal” functional medicine offers a very different approach. Functional medicine looks at the whole person, not just isolated symptoms or diagnoses. It recognises that all your body systems — … Read more
People often do a double-take when they find out I am a naturopath running my own clinic here in Melbourne but that my first career was as a Chartered Accountant. They remark that it seems like quite a change. But to me, it’s not such a stretch. In both careers, I’ve helped people solve complex … Read more
I’ve written in an earlier blog about anxiety…its signs and symptoms and possible causes. I now want to explain my naturopathic approach to helping someone with anxiety. There is so much that can be done naturopathically beyond pharmaceutical medication and psychology. Most often, my clients will have already seen a GP. This is a good … Read more
Anxiety is one of the most common health issues I see in my naturopathic clinic. It’s a horrible problem to suffer from. In its extreme, anxiety can be debilitating and impact your ability to function and your enjoyment of life. As a naturopath, my goal is to identify the many possible causes and see what … Read more
It’s crucial that you give due consideration to the people you choose to trust with your most precious health. The importance of a good relationship where you feel safe and confident that your naturopath (or any healthcare provider) has nothing but your best interests at heart cannot be underestimated if you are to achieve your … Read more
Over the years I have been asked many questions by clients and prospective clients. Here are a few I hope you consider before you trust someone with your health. What are your naturopathic qualifications? Absolutely anyone can call themselves a naturopath in Australia. As a profession, we are still waiting for registration. As such, be … Read more
Cognitive decline is a scary thought but like most illnesses, the sooner you start to address it, the better your likely outcomes. No one likes the concept of “losing your marbles”…not being able to remember names and faces or how to do simple tasks. Perhaps having to give up work or stop driving your car. … Read more
A poor appetite may be the source of your health concerns Good digestion starts with a good appetite. Feeling hungry indicates your stomach and pancreas are producing hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes (sometimes referred to as gastric acid or juices). This means your body is ready to break down the food you consume and absorb … Read more
Many of us, at some stage or other, want to lose weight. Maybe just a couple of kilos that have crept on over winter or perhaps it’s quite a few kilos that have accumulated over years. Perhaps you have struggled with your weight your entire life (or it seems that way). Maybe you’ve reached a … Read more