There are four key nutrients required to maintain a healthy thyroid and avoid both hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism – iodine, zinc, tyrosine selenium. But how do you know if you are getting all these nutrients in sufficient quantities or avoiding those nutrients that exacerbate your thyroid condition? If you are one of the many Australians who…

An MTHFR gene test will help you find out if you have a problem with your methylation process and the MTHFR gene. This MTHFR test is becoming more mainstream and will help you identify the root cause of your ill health and enable targeted treatment to lead you back to the path of good health and wellness.

In contemporary society, more and more people are finding that underlying their chronic health conditions is an autoimmune disease and impaired gut health.  There are strong links between Autoimmune disease and Gut Health. Autoimmune diseases have a strong link to the state of our gut health. With a Functional Medicine approach, you can learn how…

The relationship between Anxiety disorder and gut health is becoming more apparent in recent times. Anxiety disorders are one of the most common forms of mental illness, with one-quarter of Australians experiencing an anxiety condition in their lifetime1. With increasing numbers of us struggling with our mental health these days, it’s vital that we find…

Learn about your Gut Health and how to treat IBS. Recent research in Gut Health demonstrates a strong and important relationship between the health of our gut and our overall health. The evidence that continues to mount signifies that a happy gut means a healthy person. Having the right balance of bacteria in your gut…

Heart Disease – A Functional Medicine Approach – Perth clinic Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Perth and Australia wide.  There are a number of natural treatments to assist with the management of heart disease. It is associated with a numerous conditions that cause plaques to build up in the…

Varicose Veins – Causes, Symptoms & Natural Treatment Varicose veins are caused by chronic venous insufficiency, which is characterised by impaired venous flow in the lower limbs. It causes pooling of blood in the veins, leading to swollen, twisted and sometimes painful veins. They usually occur in the lower limbs and are common in older…

Edema – Symptoms, Causes & Natural Treatment Edema (or swelling) is the accumulation of excessive amounts of fluids in the interstitial spaces of organs, skin or other body parts.   It is a common condition that affects 3% of the population at some point in their lives. (1) It can be caused by a number…

Hypotension/Low Blood Pressure – Symptoms, Causes & Natural Treatment Hypotension is persistent low blood pressure < 90/60 which may cause symptoms such as dizziness and fainting.  Low blood pressure isn’t as common as high blood pressure and has a number of reasons why it may occur. There are three main types of hypotension: Orthostatic hypotension:…

High Blood Pressure – Symptoms, Causes & Natural Treatment Hypertension, in short High Blood Pressure is defined as a sustained rise in resting blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg. Blood pressure that is persistently between 120/80 and 140/90 is known as pre-hypertension and increases the risk of hypertension. Hypertension significantly increases the risk of atherosclerosis, coronary…