It is widely acknowledged that exposure to toxic mould increases our risk of developing respiratory disorders but what about the link to cognitive function? How does it affect our brain? People who live, work, or go to school in buildings that have toxic mould present in them often complain of fatigue, increased anxiety and depression…

Candida, or the Candida albicans fungus, is the most common yeast in the human body. If fact, there are more than 150 known candida species living in various parts of your body which aid digestion and absorb nutrients from food. Candida commonly lives in the gut, mouth, throat, vagina, and skin and for most of us, it…

Are you constantly battling with allergies? You may have a histamine intolerance, or you may have something called mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), sometimes known as Mast Cell Activation Disorder (MCAD). MCAS is a condition that occurs when the mast cells in your body release too much of a substance that causes allergy-like symptoms. Histamine…

Gluten avoidance is essential for someone living with celiac disease and may be beneficial for people with gastrointestinal disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome. But even though only one percent of the population experience these disorders, living gluten-free is popular among many people who do not have proven gluten-related diseases. In fact, a gluten-free diet…

Everyone has different requirements when it comes to their macronutrient needs. The balance of food groups is important, as it impacts how satisfied you feel with your meals, whether you are getting all the nutrients you need and how you manage your weight. However, calculating how much protein, fat and carbohydrate you need to consume…

We know that our diet and our mental health are inextricably linked. Extensive research has demonstrated that good nutrition is associated with better mental health outcomes and a poor diet can lead to a number of different conditions such as depression and anxiety. But why is this so? And what can we do about it?…

The functional medicine approach to osteoporosis is to look at the body’s interconnected systems to understand the causes of deteriorating bone health, build bone strength and improve overall health. Osteoporosis means ‘porous bones’. It is a condition where bones become thin, weak and fragile and even a minor bump or accident can cause a bone to break,…

The traditional medicine approach to curing hair loss is to treat the hair loss itself. A variety of treatments may be prescribed, from topical creams and shampoos to drugs to laser treatment to surgery. But hair loss is a clue that something is wrong in the body, and it is worth investigating what may be causing…

Glyphosate, a herbicide widely used to control weeds, has been banned in dozens of countries globally and by multiple Australian local governments because of its toxicity to humans. Glyphosate and its side effects have become a major concern due to widespread use and its concentration in edible products. [1] It does, however, continue to be…

We generally understand that eating fewer calories and burning more calories is how we lose weight: calories in versus calories out. However, many people find that although they exercise regularly and eat well-portioned, low-calorie meals, the weight just does not seem to come off. In fact, as we get older, the weight gets increasingly hard…