Journal

Perimenopause – what are the signs?

WORDS: Alyce Cimino Lead Naturopath It feels like everyone is talking about perimenopause right now – and we are HERE FOR IT! Perimenopause can be a tricky one, physically things are starting to change but when you look at the pathology/the blood work things can APPEAR normal and yet you […]

B12 – Are you getting enough?

WORDS ALYCE CIMINO | Lead Clinical Naturopath The past few weeks we are seeing a trend in the clinic… we are seeing far too many women with suboptimal B12 levels in their pathology results! B12 isn’t always routinely checked by GP’s (though it should be!) and yet it’s can affect […]

Embracing the season, mindful eating for a cozy autumn

WORDS: LUCIA LOPEZ MARINO A few years ago, a friend and nutritionist colleague suggested a book on mindful eating that completely transformed my approach to nourishment. Until then, I hadn’t fully grasped the importance of being conscious while feeding ourselves. Over the last few years, I’ve deliberately cultivated this awareness, […]

6 signs your hormones need help

WORDS: Alyce Cimino | Naturopath Our Endocrine system is incredibly intricate, each and every day we are dealing with a delicate balance of rise and fall of hormones. The endocrine system is responsible for the release of hormones in our body, its role, amongst many other things is to influence […]

Why I add Sea Salt to my water

Words by Jessica Scott-Young | Nutritionist As an Australian based nutritionist, hydration is something I regularly talk to clients about, especially in the warmer months. After a recent trip to Adelaide where the thermostat climbed to over 40’C, I was reminded of the importance of good quality hydration. When I […]