The Treatment Of Digestive Disorders

Did you know that about 80% of our immune system is located in the gut? Unhealthy gut has been linked to a multitude of imbalances in the rest of the body such as hormonal issues, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, skin issues and other chronic health problems.

There are 4 steps to follow when treating digestive issues:

  1. The first stage of the treatment is to remove the things that negatively affect the gut environment and cause inflammation. These things may include some foods such as gluten or dairy which the body is reacting to; heavy metals such as mercury or cadmium; yeast or parasites or bacteria. One of the most common causes of IBS is SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) in which case following a low FODMAP diet combined with specific treatment plan using herbal medicine is needed to remove the bacteria that are causing the bloating.
  2. The second stage is the repair of the damaged gut by addressing the inflammation of the gut wall and leaky gut using nutritional supplements.
  3. The third stage involves adding back the essential nutrients to restore proper digestion and absorption of food. This step usually involves supplementing with enzymes and bitters to get the digestion on the right track.
  4. The fourth and the last step is to reinoculate or re-introduce the beneficial bacteria which helps to regulate digestion and elimination and play a crucial role in keeping our immune system functioning properly

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Lyme Disease, Are You At Risk?

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Diagnoses of Lyme disease have been on the rise around the world.

According to the World Health Organization, 35,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease in Europe, and another 3,500 in Asia every year but considering how difficult Lyme is to diagnose, the number may be as high as ten times that number. Early symptoms are often a rash and flu-like symptoms, but can also include gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms but especially tiredness similar to post-infectious or post viral fatigue. Later symptoms may include joint pain and neurological symptoms such as numbness, Bell’s palsy and others. Symptoms may come and go or be very mild. Chronic Lyme Disease can also trigger Adrenal Fatigue. If you have Lyme Disease, a comprehensive long- term recovery plan is critical to prevent the problem becoming chronic.

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Winter Detox

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Winter is an ideal time to detox in order to avoid getting sick during the cold and flu season and keep us healthy and energised.

The goal is to change the way we eat and live, just as the season changes too. Winter is a time of rest and nourishment – eating warm foods that are rich in nutrients; as well as getting involved in some gentle exercises such as yoga, pilates or walking. Here are some handy tips to get the best results out of your winter detox:

– Wear warm clothes inside and outside your home as the temperatures drops. Wearing natural fibres such as wool or cotton are preferable as they allow your skin to breathe.

– Wear warm socks inside the house as heat leaves our bodies through hands and feet, so wearing cotton or woollen socks will make a big difference in keeping us warm.

– Try skin brushing. Before your shower or bath – move a loofah in a gentle circular motion for 5-10 minutes a day – from your feet up to thighs and buttocks and from hands to arms and shoulders and the back, avoiding the face. Skin brushing helps to increase circulation and helps us detox.

– Drink hot herbal teas to keep us warm – ginger and lemon, green tea, rosehip, turmeric – are all excellent choices.

– Have warming meals such as soups, bone broths and slow cooked stews instead of cold juices and smoothies.

– Avoid cold foods, iced water, sugar, excess alcohol, cereal grains, processed foods, and excess raw foods.

Here is a sample meal menu:

-upon rising – warm water with juice from half a lemon
-Breakfast – egg frittata with spinach, sweet potato and kale
-Mid-morning – cup of herbal tea
-Lunch – pumpkin and lentil soup
-Afternoon snack – a handful of mixed nuts and seeds; cup of herbal
tea with lemon and half teaspoon of honey
-Dinner – 1 cup of miso soup; poached salmon with broccolini, brussel sprouts and roast beetroot and sweet potatoes
– half a cup of stewed apple and rhubarb with cinnamon
– Get active – commit to 45 minutes of exercise a day. Gentle yoga or pilates are a great way to start or end the day as these exercises help to move the lymph – which is important in your body’s detox.

– Herbals containing Andrographis, Astragalus or Echinacea can also be useful in improving your immune system to ward off colds and flu.

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What Does A Naturopath Do?

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One question that I get asked most frequently is “What does a naturopath do?”

Naturopaths are health practitioners that focus on preventative health by utilising holistic methods of healing. We can provide relief from your symptoms with natural remedies as well as addressing the underlying cause of the disease. Treatments include vitamin therapy, botanical medicine and homoeopathic preparations. We are trained in nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, orthomolecular medicine and herbal medicine. We work with other healthcare providers such as doctors to ensure that patients receive the most effective care. We utilise conventional pathology tests with functional pathology. Naturopaths are often successful with treating chronic conditions that don’t respond well to conventional medicine such as fatigue, sleep disturbances, digestive disorders, stress, autoimmune disorders among many others.

What happens at a naturopathic appointment?

The first appointment tends to be about 1 hour long. We take thorough medical history and look at any blood tests to see what is going on in the body. Some in-house tests may be performed in the clinic such as urine tests, blood glucose levels, zinc status or heavy metal testing. Individually tailored treatment plan is then discussed with the patient. Subsequent appointments generally last only half hour and your progress and symptoms are discussed and treatment adjusted accordingly.

Are you ready to take the first step in becoming the healthiest you can be?

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Mercury Poisoning | Brisbane Naturopath

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Did you know than we inhale or ingest thousands of chemicals every day? Heavy metals stored in your body could be responsible for your ill health. Do you often feel anxious/ stress; are constantly catching colds or suffering from poor digestion? Chemicals in your body could be causing your symptoms.

These are some of the symptoms associated with mercury poisoning:

-Autoimmune diseases

-Learning difficulties

-Dyslexia

-Colitis

-Emotional instability

-Problems with coordination

-Hyperactivity disorders

-Memory loss

-Food intolerances

-Headaches

Is toxicity the reason you feel unwell?

Make an appointment to see Eva at the Redlands Naturopathy clinic today to get your heavy metal levels checked.

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