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The little known secret to great health…is in your hands

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When I began studying Naturopathy in 2002, I was stunned and amazed by the host of health treatments and information that exists in the field of natural healthcare.

Who knew there was a whole wellness industry out there focused on the treatment and prevention of illness? What a concept!

Growing up, I had a mostly western medicine approach to health. My only experience of holistic healthcare was from eating a healthy diet, which my parents considered essential for health living.

As I was nearing the end of my Naturopathic studies in 2006, I had to decide on an area to specialise in. For me, Nutrition was my favorite modality in the whole course and the one which I naturally gravitated to.

I loved the whole concept of ‘Food as Medicine’ but also using the diet as a preventative treatment to maintain health. It just made so much sense that we all have to eat, so why not select foods that could reduce weight, decrease inflammation, improve energy, improve periods and other women’s health issues, enhance fertility, improve immunity, reduce anxiety and depression, enhance concentration and memory and improve just about any health concern you care to mention.

The study of Naturopathy is very comprehensive in the fields of study that it entails. Ranging from hands on therapies such as reflexology and massage to nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and more. Not to mention the health science subjects such as chemistry, physics, anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology & symptomology and pathology to name a few.

So whilst Nutrition has always been my favorite treatment to share with clients, the combination of Nutrition and Naturopathic principals is quite exceptional in the results it can achieve.

The twin power of Naturopathic Nutrition can boost your health beyond belief.

Before I go on I should explain, I don’t use any hands on therapies (despite having trained in them). I prefer to work as an ingestive practitioner (ie. I prescribe diet, herbal and nutritional formulas in the form of powders, tablets, capsules, etc…anything that you ingest).

However, treatment recommendations don’t end there. Lifestyle recommendations and referrals to other treatment modalities (sometimes for hands on treatment, etc) or specialised testing also rounds out the Naturopathic Nutrition (NN) experience.

One the best things about using NN is that you will not only get well, you also be educated and empowered to take control of your health.

So that instead of just going to appointments and getting prescriptions when you’re sick, you’ll be able to help prevent getting sick in the first place. Or able to get better quicker by adjusting your routine, lifestyle & diet.

Working with a NN means you’ll learn what caused you to become unwell in the first place and you can use this knowledge to prevent it happening again.

For instance, as a past sufferer of sinus infections, I know my triggers are diary, sugar and stress. This trinty of factors repeatedly lead me to suffering horrible headaches, nasal congestion, fatigue and facial pain on and off for years until I made this discovery that changed my life.

Thesedays, my sinus infections are very mild or non-existent. But I could have gone my whole life without knowing that I had the power to prevent and treat these infections effortlessly.

There has never been a better time to invest in your health. Book today for a healthier tomorrow.

5 tips for overcoming stress this festive season

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With less than a month until Christmas, it’s natural to feel a little overwhelmed. This anxiety is compounded this year by Melbourians being fresh out of lockdown.

Suddenly family and friends are back on the must see list, along with all of the usual work and home commitments.

Adjusting to this change of pace (not to mention the traffic) has left many of my clients feeling absolutely exhausted.

Scheduling flights to fly interstate to see family adds another layer of complexity to the mix, when Australian borders outside of Victoria have been rigid for so long.

Now amid the rush to prepare for hosting Christmas lunch or simply buying presents, we are thrust into a very stressful period.

So what can be done to enjoy Christmas this year and have energy to burn:

  • Be realistic about what you have time to get done. It’s very easy to run yourself raggard by wanting everything to be perfect. (The reality is that you family will love you regardless of whether our house is pristine, remember it’s your home not a display home!)
  • Be kind to yourself. Delegate responsibilites to others and don’t be afraid of asking for help, everyone wants to pitch in and contribute their favorite dish, etc.
  • Do as much preparation the day before or early on the day so you have time to relax with a cuppa and some nibbles before the guests arrive. After all, you deserve a little time to enjoy the serenity as you will be flat strap entertaining throughout much of the day and taking a short break for yourself can do wonder for frayed nerves.
  • Once the dessert is out of the way, let the guests help you with cleaning up the dishes, they’re dying to help! (Seriously anyone who hasn’t had to cook or host Christmas is so grateful they can just come and enjoy that they are more than happy to be given a job to do.)
  • And finally clock off for the afternoon. Set up a self serve afternoon tea station so guests can make their own cuppas and move as far away from the kitchen as possible. (Your guests want you to enjoy yourself and they want to talk to you too. So make yourself available and someone will happily bring you anything you desire.

Often we feel anxious and overwhelmed because we feel like we are being taken for granted. By being a ‘team leader’ you can get everyone involved in the Christmas day festivities and take some of the pressure off.

When all else fails nutrients & natural medicine can help immensly to help calm your nerves and give you a spring in your step.

If you feel that you need help preparing for Christmas we have a special offer for our female clients in Melbourne’s western suburbs. Book an initial Naturopathic or Nutrition consultation for just $99 (normally $130) to get the help you need to thrive this festive season.

GWN services the entire western suburban corridor from Caroline Springs to Keilor, Cairnlea to Derrimut, Sunshine to Yarraville and everywhere inbetween!

To book visit the Contact Us page of gettingwellnaturally.com.au

Could you be experiencing Perimenopause without even realising it?

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If you’re a female aged 35 yrs or older, you may have a sneaking suspicion that your hormones are changing and are creating havoc in your life.

Periods may have become a little less predictable, longer or shorter cycles and heavier or lighter bleeds.

Recently you have noticed an increasing amount of anxiety, bloating, headaches and unexplained tiredness. Perhaps even hot flushes and night sweats. Not to mention aches and pains which seem to have come out of nowhere.

And alarmingly, you may also be experiencing stubborn weight gain and feeling more irritable or emotional of late.

Most women are familiar with Menopause, the time of life when periods cease. Once a woman has not had a period for 12 months she is technically in Menopause. This creates a hormonal deficiency of progesterone which the body no longer makes and a huge reduction in estrogen (down to 40%) and testosterone.

However, in the 10+ years in the lead up to Menopause the female body undergoes a lot of hormonal upheaveal. There are months when ovulation does not occur and this creates a complete deficiency of progesterone which has a vital role in creating not only fertility but also in being a calming hormone with anti-inflammatory effects, body composition improving effects (ie it helps to reduce pain and keep your weight stable).

At Getting Well Naturally we’ve been supporting perimenopausal women in Melbourne’s western suburbs for more than 13 years. This is such a tranformative experience in a woman’s life, that it’s important to be guided by a specialist in effective natural medicine at this time.

So many of these symptoms can be safely and effectively managed through diet, nutrition and natural treatments that work in harmony with your body.

Best of all, at GWN we’re offering Telehealth consultations which can be done from home and as we are your local area natural health specialist, we can deliver supplements to your home if you live in a 20 km radius within the western suburbs of Melbourne.

So whether you’re in Derrimut, Tarniet, Caroline Springs, Taylors Hill, Hillside, Keilor, Cairnlea, Sunshine, Yarraville or anywhere in between we are here for you.

So if these symptoms have rang a bell with you don’t hesitate to book an appointment online today. We have a special offer (initial consultation just $99) visit the Contact Us page for more details.

Is anxiety stopping you from living the life of your dreams?

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2020 has certainly been a year of challenges, not the least of which is from a mental health point of view. And while our Australian government has provided a plethora of mental health services to deal with the flow on effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, Aussies are increasingly looking for ways to reinvent themselves, pivot to new circumstances and explore new options in achieving their dreams whilst dealing with circumstances that no one could have forseen.

Now more than ever, it’s time to use a complementary health approach to achieve a happy, focused and postive state of mind.

Along with accessing the vast array of mental health support available, you can speed up your progress of dealing with fear and anxiey by combining it with dietary and nutritional support along with other natural and holistic treatments.

Tacking the issue from all angles gives you a sense of being in control of your life and health. Empowering you to do whatever it takes to achieve mental wellness is very effective in quelling anxiety and depression.

Making simple lifestyle changes can have a massive effect on mental health.

For instance, have you ever experienced the difference a walk in nature or sitting in the sun can have on your emotions and outlook?

Sunshine and exercise are just two very effective, yet often overlooked interventions for anxiety and depression.

Regular access to green space and vitamin D can naturally increase endorphins and serotonin to create a feeling of happiness and ease in the body.

Anxiety and depression can stem from an array of physical, emotional and situational issues. If the issue itself cannot be changed, your abilty to react to it can. Learning how to adjust your mental outlook by consuming good mood foods is just one way of dealing with negative emotions. Diet and nutrients have a profound effect on the the way we experience the world.

By addressing all aspects your health you will reach your wellness goals faster. And in the field of complimentary health, there are always additional things you can try to improve your metal wellbeing.

So if you’re ready to explore additional self-help options to combine with traditional mental health consultations book an appointment today and start living a better life tomorrow.

Email gettingwellnaturally@gmail.com to book an appointment.