Grief touches every part of us. Most people recognise its emotional weight – sadness, numbness, anxiety and exhaustion. But grief can also feel like something much harder to describe – a deep emptiness, a hollow space where something precious once lived, or a profound sense of nothingness that quietly sits beneath everything else. For some, [...]
Zinc is an essential trace mineral involved in many physiological processes throughout the body. It supports immune function, wound healing, skin integrity, antioxidant defence, hormone production, taste, smell and hundreds of enzymatic reactions that underpin everyday health. In Australia, the recommended dietary intake for zinc is relatively modest – 14 mg per day for adult [...]
When people think about bone health, they often think about osteoporosis, fractures or ageing. But by the time a diagnosis is made or a bone breaks unexpectedly, the underlying process has often been unfolding quietly for years - sometimes decades. Bone loss does not happen overnight. It is typically a slow and silent process that [...]
Flaxseed oil, chia seeds, hemp seeds and walnuts are often praised for being rich in plant-based omega-3s. These foods provide alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid - essential means that the body can’t make it and must obtain it from food. But ALA is only part of the omega-3 story. To really understand [...]
You’re tired, foggy and see a finger-prick iron test next to the check-out. Should you try it? Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide – and it’s no surprise that people want quick answers when they’re feeling tired, foggy or run down. Recently, a few companies have launched Rapid Ferritin Home [...]
Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, and for good reason. It’s rich in polyphenols, provides a natural source of caffeine, and for many people, it’s a simple daily ritual that supports mental clarity, social connection and well-being. The way coffee is prepared, however, can subtly alter its impact on [...]
Requests for a “good daily probiotic supplement” come up frequently - often from people without specific symptoms, but with a general interest in supporting their microbiome. We’ve all heard how beneficial probiotics can be, so it’s a reasonable question - and one that opens the door to a more thoughtful and nuanced conversation about what [...]
Australia was growing hemp from the moment the first settlers arrived as the fibre was used extensively in rope/sail making for ships. It was big business across the world as hemp fibre was the main textile used for this purpose until the industrial revolution: resulting in the creation of synthetic fibres. Hemp was deemed [...]
Our nutritionist Megan Crockart is offering her popular 4 Week Summer Detox Program. Think smoothies, salads and real food! You can choose to do this in person or online. You can also choose to add on a weekly yoga class. Or just stick with the detox – your choice. This is a 1:1 program not [...]
What is better for you? Smoothies or juicing? This is a question I have been asked many times over the years. There are some positives and negatives to both so let’s look and compare the two Smoothies Juicing You get the whole fruit and can bulk it up with many different types of protein powders, [...]
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