Health and Wellness

If you’ve ever felt bloated for no obvious reason, battled with constipation or diarrhoea, struggled with stubborn fatigue or brain fog, or found yourself constantly thinking about where the nearest bathroom is — you’re not alone. Microbiome mapping could be for you. For many people, gut symptoms are a ongoing […]

There’s no doubt that AI, like ChatGPT, has exploded into our lives at breathtaking speed. Increasingly, people are turning to AI to answer deeply personal health questions, such as: • How can I get rid of acne? • Why am I always bloated? • How can I sleep better? • […]

Many people assume that if they eat a healthy, whole-food diet, their gut health should automatically be fine. Yet in clinical practice, it is increasingly common to see people who eat well, exercise regularly and avoid obvious junk food, but still struggle with bloating, reflux, constipation or diarrhoea, fatigue, skin […]

Understanding the Gut Microbiome The gut microbiome and cancer are increasingly recognised as interconnected. The microbiome is the community of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live in and on your body. While the gut hosts the largest and most studied microbial population, microbes also reside on the skin, […]

Back in 2013, I wrote a blog titled Is All That Screen Time Really Healthy for Our Kids? after noticing early signs of what I feared might grow into a wellbeing crisis. Sadly, more than a decade later, we are in the thick of it. Today, Australia is facing what […]

Perimenopause marks a significant hormonal transition that can affect multiple bodily systems, especially cardiovascular health. Oestrogen plays a vital role in protecting your heart and blood vessels, but as oestrogen levels decline during perimenopause, your cardiovascular system faces new challenges. Taking proactive steps to support heart health during this time […]

Herbal medicine taps into the power of plants to support health and wellbeing, by combining honoured traditions with the latest advancements in phytomedicine. Recent breakthroughs in botanical research have reignited recognition of its proven ability to address a wide range of health concerns, making plant-based medicine a highly effective approach […]

Perimenopause is a time of change, and for many women, one of the most frustrating challenges is dealing with stubborn weight gain, especially around the belly. You might be thinking, “I’ve exercised all my life, I go to the gym 3 to 5 times a week, and I eat well, […]

With the rush to meet end of year deadlines and wrap up projects, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed. Instead of enjoying the holidays, we often end up spending them just trying to recover. Reports from 2024 highlight that burnout is more prevalent than ever, particularly for women, who frequently […]

In recent years, drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxsenda and Trulicity have become the mode of choice for weight loss .Celebrities, influencers, and the general population are turning to these medications to shed stubborn kilos, often with dramatic results. But what exactly do these drugs do? Why do they trigger rapid […]