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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Meet Our Microbiome | Bayside Naturopath

Did you know that more than 100 trillion microorganisms live in our gut, skin, mouth and other parts of our bodies? Most of these organisms live in our digestive tract and are composed of fungi, viruses and mostly bacteria, and these influence every aspect of our health.

The microbiome affects our metabolism, immunity, mood and brain function. It affects every aspect of our everyday life! Scientists have also linked allergies, obesity and many chronic illnesses such as diabetes and autoimmune disorders to our microbiome. Our gut health can have a significant impact on ADHD, autism, asthma, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, insomnia, high blood pressure, IBS and IBD, memory issues, fibromyalgia, arthritis, atherosclerosis, menstrual issues, skin problems eg. eczema and acne, frequent colds and infections etc. Your intestinal flora determines whether your body is in a state on inflammation or not.

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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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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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Autoimmune Diseases | Redlands Naturopath

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Autoimmune disease is caused by the immune system losing the ability to differentiate proteins belonging to your own body with proteins belonging to a foreign invader (like a bacteria, virus or parasite) so in simple terms your body starts attacking its own tissue.

Some examples of autoimmune diseases are Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Crohn’s disease, Multiple sclerosis, Diabetes, Celiac disease, Rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. Genetic predisposition makes up about one third of your risk of developing an autoimmune disease. The other two thirds of your risk come from environmental factors, which include: diet, lifestyle, infections, mineral deficiencies, exposure to toxins – such as heavy metals mercury or cadmium, hormones, weight and others. Statistically, nearly 1 in 5 people now have an autoimmune disorder, and having a first-degree relative with an auto immune disease will dramatically increase your risk of developing some form of autoimmunity.

In order to allow your body to heal from autoimmune condition, it is important that you:


  • [list_item icon=”fa-angle-right”]remove the foods that contribute to a leaky gut[/list_item]
    [list_item icon=”fa-angle-right”]address gut dysbiosis[/list_item]
    [list_item icon=”fa-angle-right”]address hormone imbalance[/list_item]
    [list_item icon=”fa-angle-right”]remove toxins[/list_item]
    [list_item icon=”fa-angle-right”]reduce inflammation[/list_item]

    • By addressing important lifestyle factors and changing your focus to eating nutrient-dense foods that support optimal gut health (and optimal health of your gut microorganisms), restore levels of important nutrients, resolve inflammation and support organ function, then you create an environment in your body conducive to healing.

    If you think you are suffering with an auto-immune disease come in and see us at the Cleveland naturopathy clinic for a consultation and let us get you back on the road to a healthier you.

     

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