Ode to my thongs (and to my mum)
You might remember the movie, ‘Top Gun’? The part, in particular, when Maverick (Tom Cruise) says to Goose in the midst of a very tense bit of air-combat, ” Switching to Guns“. This classic 80’s movie proved surprisingly inspirational on
Looking After Yourself
One of the biggest issues we have to address when it comes to improving our health is actually making space to take care of ourselves. Real care that is ongoing, not a fleeting 48 hours of eating right & going for
The Healing Power of Nature
Recently I’ve found myself going back to the real basics of Naturopathic medicine. The principles First, Do No Harm and The Healing Power of Nature have been incredibly important and have stood me (and those patients I’ve work with)
Fertility Support
Fertility Support Having a baby is not always easy. One’s fertility is, essentially, a reflection of their overall health and wellbeing. Making a healthy baby requires optimal health of both partners and many factors may impact their fertility. The good
Diabetes & Obesity
Type II Diabetes in Australia is reaching epidemic proportions. The number of people diagnosed with Diabetes closely correlates with the number of people who suffer from Obesity. Indeed, the two are intricately connected. And herein lies the key: to treat
Thyroid Disease
A staggering number of people (mostly women) in Australia suffer thyroid disorders: Hashimoto’s, Graves, Hypothyroidism & Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism, which is an under-functioning of the thyroid gland, is the most common of the thyroid disorders. In the early stages, the symptoms
Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, behavioural disorders (ADD, ADHD) and autism have a profound affect on ourselves, our family & our society. There are a multitude of factors at play that may lead to the development of these disorders, thus requiring a