What is the difference between Diverticulitis and IBS?

Diverticulitis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) share many similarities in terms of symptoms, so the two can often be confused. If you have been experiencing digestive disturbances and discomfort, you may be wondering if one of these conditions is the cause of your digestive issues. It’s important to know the similarities and differences between diverticulitis […]

What is the difference between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis?

Are you experiencing chronic gastrointestinal problems that are impacting your daily life? You should consider being tested for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These are two inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) that affect more than 80,000 people in Australia. Both conditions are becoming more widespread across all ages and increasingly impacting younger people. Both Crohn’s disease […]

Benefits Of Seeing a Gut Health Specialist

You don’t have to be a gut health specialist to be aware of the strong links between gut health and our physical and mental health, as it has become a common topic in the media. Almost everyone has heard that the gut is now being dubbed the “second brain”. With studies showing correlations between gut […]

How to Eliminate Constipation and Feel Great

Constipation is defined as having hard, dry bowel movements or going to the toilet less than three times a week. It is one of the most common digestive issues and affects around 2.5 million people. What causes constipation? Your colon’s main job is to absorb water from residual food as it’s passing through your digestive […]

Could I have Celiac Disease??

Is Gluten Intolerance and Celiac Disease the same? Gluten Intolerance and suffering from Celiac Disease are quite different. This article will explain the difference and help you understand the steps needed to improve your digestive health. What is Gluten? Gluten is the name given to the protein found in cereals such as wheat, barley, rye […]

Can A Naturopath Help Me Lose Weight?

Have you ever considered naturopathy for weight loss? Maintaining a healthy weight is not only important for your physical health and longevity, but also for your self esteem, energy levels, and mental health. While there is a great deal of conflicting information and ‘fad’ diets on the internet that provide only temporary weight reductions, there […]

How Do You Know If You’re Lactose Intolerant?

What is lactose and how do we process it? Lactose is a type of sugar found in dairy products. To break down this sugar our bodies use an enzyme called lactase which allows us to absorb the lactose. Lactase is produced in the small intestine and only a small amount is required to break down […]

The Benefits Of Turmeric

Is Turmeric worth taking? Like many spices, turmeric has a long history of use in traditional medicine. This flavour-filled spice is primarily cultivated from the rhizomes, or roots, of a flowering plant in India and other parts of Southeast Asia, and aside from giving curry its vibrant yellow colour, turmeric is also known for having […]

Gluten Intolerance: Is Gluten Making Me Sick?

What Are The Most Common Signs Of Gluten Intolerance? Adverse reactions to gluten are a fairly common problem. Let’s begin with an explanation of what gluten is and then we’ll discuss the different types of gluten intolerance. What Is Gluten? Gluten is the name for proteins found in wheat, barley, rye and also triticale (a […]

How Naturopathy can improve your Skin Health

Skin is the body’s largest organ and one of your body’s elimination organs. When healthy, its layers work hard to protect us. But when it’s compromised, the skin’s ability to work as an effective barrier is impaired. From acne breakouts during your teenage years to the radiant glow of pregnancy and the sunspots of aging, […]