Hair Mineral and Heavy Metal Testing – Why, What and How it Can Benefit my Health
One test I recommend as a general health screening test and absolutely insist on with my preconception couples, is a hair mineral analysis. Did you realise that your hair can reveal essential clues about your mineral balance, heavy metal exposure and overall health? Hair stores various minerals and heavy metals, [...]
Minimising Our Toxin exposure – Focus on Plastic.
We live in a world full of chemicals and toxins. I believe that one of the reasons there is an epidemic of obesity and fertility issues is due to the chronic exposure to toxins from our food, water, personal care products and the air we breathe. Plastic is not only [...]
6 Perils of Self-Prescribing Supplements
Are you taking over the counter supplements without professional advice? I notice that a large proportion of my clients are taking supplements (Vitamin D, iron, fish oils, Magnesium) that they have purchased from the Chemist or health shop without any clear guidance as to what dosage is optimal, or whether [...]
Natural considerations for depression & anxiety & How your gut can affect mood.
Depression, stress, and anxiety are very common symptoms experienced by the clients I see in clinic, particularly so during and after the strict COVID lockdowns in 2020/21. There are a variety of contributing factors to an imbalance in mental health and this article will explain many of them that you [...]
Why keeping our gut microbiome healthy is important and how to test it.
The gut microbiome is a huge community of trillions of bacteria, viruses, yeasts and fungi that inhabit your gastrointestinal tract. It has a major influence on your metabolism, body weight, risk of developing allergies and certain illnesses, skin health (like acne) appetite and mood. They can be viewed as a [...]
‘Holistic Happenings’ Newsletters
I love writing, and each of these newsletter is written from the heart. I share interesting and evidence-based health tips, recipes, answer questions, and special deals. If you haven't already subscribed, email me doreen@holistichealth.com.au and receive a jam-packed blast every few months! Autumn 2024:CPR, Nuts, Bowen, farewell Ultralite, Yum Sardines [...]
5 Top Tips for reducing Type-2 Diabetic Risk and Insulin Resistance
Perhaps you’ve put on a little weight around the tummy after numerous COVID lockdowns. Or you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, Type-2 diabetes, insulin resistance or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Or you're approaching menopause and the scales are moving in the wrong direction and you realise you can't eat what you [...]
Better Brain Health – Improve Cognition and Memory Naturally
Have you: -Forgotten where you put the cars keys (again)? -Met an old friend in a café and happily chat away while furiously trying to remember their name? -Been reminded about something you are sure you knew nothing about? -Attended a Trivia night and the only answers you get correct [...]
Why is it so hard to lose weight? 10 Weight Loss Stoppers.
Despite increased awareness around healthy eating, intermittent fasting, and a plethora of weight loss programs and nourishing food choice availability, our Western society is becoming more obese. I remember watching Gilligan’s Island (for those of you old enough to remember this program, otherwise it’s the blog pic). As a child [...]
Natural Bone Health Support for Osteopenia and Osteoporosis. It’s not just all about calcium.
Poor bone density can be caused by a variety of factors - genetic predisposition, hormonal status (like menopause), nutrient deficiencies, health conditions (like coeliac disease), diet and lifestyle factors. Oftentimes the only sign you have of Osteopenia (increased bone fragility) or Osteoporosis (advanced brittle bones) is an unexpected broken bone, [...]