Coughs and Colds
Foam Rolling the Respiratory Muscles when recovering from Coughs and Colds Winter is now in full swing in Melbourne, with the winter season also comes coughs and colds. Excessive coughing can lead to tightness in and sometimes injury to a group
Insomnia
MANAGING INSOMNIA?? Sleep problems and insomnia. It is probably safe to say that most people have or will suffer from sleep trouble at some point in their lives. Research has shown that between 35-45% of adults in Australia either sleep poorly
Seasonal Eating
WHAT IS SEASONAL EATING? We are heading towards the end of May and soon gearing into winter. Gone are Summer stone-fruits, decadent figs and delicious melons that can make our hearts and bellies sing with happiness! Some would argue that Seasonal Eating
Magnesium
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAGNESIUM Magnesium (Mg) is a mineral that is involved in the workings of the body day to day, hour to hour. In fact, it plays a role in activating a total of over 300 biochemical processes. From your nervous
Super Foods
Super Foods - What is all the fuss about? Have you ever wondered if you are getting enough of your daily nutrient requirements in what you eat? It is common in the average diet to be low in required nutrients such as
How to keep on track with healthy eating! Tips from Oakleigh South Naturopath
With the new year upon us and many health resolutions made, here are a few tips on how to keep on track with healthy eating! One of the most common questions at the start of the year seems to be, “what
Gut Health – It all begins with food. Oakleigh South Naturopath explains
It all begins with Gut Health - A statement that Naturopaths have been saying for many years. Lets think about what the gut does for us: - takes part in nutrient absorption from our food - is a pathway for elimination of toxins -
Hay Fever Symptoms!
Spring has just about sprung here in Melbourne and so has its famous hay fever! This season seems to be particularly fierce and sufferers may experience symptoms that range from itchy, watery, red and/or swollen eyes; runny nose; sneezing; coughing; throat