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Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – the forever chemical
Per- and Poly-fluoroalkyl substances... It's a mouthful. So what are they? They are man-made chemicals that encompass thousands of different compounds. Their chemical bond is incredibly strong and this is why they have been named "forever chemicals" as they...
Mineral Excess, Mineral Deficiency and Heavy Metal Accumulation
Have you heard of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis? Otherwise, known as HTMA HTMA is an analytical test that evaluates hair tissue for nutrient mineral imbalances and toxic element burdens within the stored tissue. It is a safe and non-invasive test that reports on...
Eating well and exercising but struggling to lose weight? It could be your gut.
I speak to a lot of people who insist that they just can’t lose weight, no matter what they’ve tried with food choices and movement. If this is you, read on! For those of you who have made dietary changes, exercising more regularly but still not shifting any weight,...
Could tap water be messing up your health?
Fluoride and chlorine can cause thyroid issues We are exposed to halogenated compounds such as fluorine, chlorine and bromine daily through our drinking water, showers, pools, and foods such as seaweed. These three compounds are known as halogens, they impact thyroid...
Tired? Losing hair? Brain fog? It could be your thyroid function
Thyroid health Thyroid function plays a crucial role in health and well-being. The thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism, and energy levels and support the brain, heart and...
Stress and the Immune System
You’ve probably heard that stress has a significant impact on the immune system. But have you wondered why this is? Different systems throughout the body interact with each other through complex processes. Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of psychological...
Why you should leave your comfort zone
Where no growth or learning occurs. I’m sure many of you have experienced these different stages of progress once stepping outside of the comfort zone. Sometimes a strong reaction may lead you to perhaps retreat back into that zone. I had that urge today. I was in a...
The Importance of Love and Connection
Love and connection. It’s a human need. There’s research showing disconnection, isolation and a lack of love to have significant negative health impacts. These impacts can be equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Despite our need and desire to love and connect,...
What is Iridology?
This iris shows a very obscure collarette, otherwise known as the Autonomic Nerve Wreath (ANW). This sign suggests a disrupted nerve supply to the area, leading to chronic digestive issues including spasm, diarrhoea and nutrient malabsorption. The dark brown overlay...
Health Concerns of Sunscreen
Important information for my sun loving friends who like to lather up ☀️ Most commercial sunscreens are filled with an array of chemicals which help them to absorb into the skin - thus ending up in the blood stream and can cause their own health issues. Barrier...