The Wellness Diaries

UTI Prevention for Women: The Link Between Vaginal Dryness and Urinary Health
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are common among women and can cause burning, urinary urgency, pelvic discomfort and frequent urination. While hygiene is often blamed, recurrent UTIs can also be

Is Your Nervous System Affecting Your Hormones?
If you’ve been told your blood tests are “normal” but you still feel exhausted, anxious, have irregular periods, struggle with PMS or are finding it difficult to fall pregnant, you’re

Is It the Food Causing Your Gut Issues? Or Is It Your Gut Health?
Bloating after lunch. Stomach cramps after dinner. Feeling uncomfortable no matter what you eat. It’s easy to blame the last meal on your plate—but is food really the problem? The

Lessons in Cervical Mucus: What It Can Tell You About Your Menstrual Cycle
Cervical mucus is more than just vaginal discharge, it’s a normal and healthy part of your menstrual cycle. Produced by the cervix, its consistency changes throughout the month in response

PMS vs PMDD: Understanding Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Many women experience mood changes, bloating, food cravings or fatigue before their period, but when these symptoms become severe enough to affect work, relationships and daily life, it may be

From PCOS to PMOS: Why This Name Change Matters
For decades, the term Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has been criticised for not accurately reflecting the condition. In a significant step forward, an international panel of experts has renamed PCOS to Polyendocrine Metabolic

The Prenatals I Actually Recommend As a Naturopath
Walk into any chemist and you’ll find rows of prenatals promising to “cover everything.” The reality is, most fall short where it matters for nervous system development, brain development and

Is NAD Worth the Hype? A Naturopathic Perspective
In recent years, NAD⁺ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) has become a hot topic in the wellness and anti-aging world. Promises of increased energy, improved cognition, and even longevity have fueled a

Constipation and Oestrogen Recycling: The Overlooked Hormone Link
Constipation is often dismissed as a minor digestive inconvenience. However, for many women, it can be a significant contributor to hormonal imbalance, particularly when it comes to oestrogen. If you

The #1 Thing Most Women Are Under-Eating
When women present with fatigue, hormone imbalances, mood swings, poor recovery, or persistent cravings, they often expect a complex explanation. Yet very often, the issue is far more straightforward: they

Understanding Acne Drivers
Acne is not only a problem of blocked pores and bacteria; it is a multifactorial condition driven by inflammation, hormonal signaling, gut health, immune function, and nutrient status. A whole body

Optimising Digestion Through Silly Season
A naturopath’s guide to enjoying festive season food without the discomfort The Christmas period is a beautiful time of connection, celebration, and—let’s be honest—a lot of eating. With social events,

The importance of choline in preconception and beyond
Folate usually gets all the attention in pregnancy nutrition, but there is another nutrient that is just as important and often overlooked. Choline plays a major role in pregnancy, birth

The Healing Power of Sauna Therapy
Saunas have become incredibly popular for sports recovery, helping with muscle soreness and circulation but from a naturopathic viewpoint, their benefits extend far beyond post-workout relief. I regularly use sauna

GLP-1 Medications and Naturopathic Support: A Holistic Perspective
In recent years, GLP-1 receptor agonists (Ozempic & Mounjaro) have become well-known for their role in supporting weight loss and blood sugar regulation. These pharmaceutical medicines mimic a naturally occurring

Nutritionist Breanne’s Tips for Mealtime Success with Kids – Warm, practical, and easy to digest (pun intended!)
1. Stick to a Steady Schedule Offer meals and snacks at regular times. A predictable rhythm helps kids feel secure and supports healthy appetites. Trying not to let the child

The link between Iron Deficiency and Ovulation: What Every Woman Should Know
Iron is best known for supporting energy and immunity, but many women don’t realise how crucial it is for hormonal health and ovulation. If your periods are irregular, your energy is

Fibre: The Underrated Healing Tool for Women’s Health!
Women who eat more fibre live longer. In fact, research shows that higher fibre intake is linked to a 15–30% lower risk of dying from heart disease, stroke, type 2

Creatine for Women
Creatine is a compound made in the body, stored in the muscles and used as an energy source. While we get a small amount from red meat and fish, supplementation

Which magnesium is for you?
Magnesium is a mineral that plays a role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, from energy production and nerve function to muscle relaxation and sleep. Magnesium plays a

Boost Your Recovery with Muscle Recovery Infusions
Struggling with muscle soreness, fatigue, or slow recovery after exercise? At IV Health Sunshine Coast, we offer a Muscle Recovery Infusion designed to help your body bounce back faster and stronger. Packed

Elisse’s Naturopathic Non-Negotiables
When it comes to my health, I’ve learned that small, consistent habits make the biggest impact. While I don’t do everything perfectly (who does?), there are a few things I

Myo-Inositol: A Naturopathic Approach to Women’s Health, with a Focus on PCOS
In the realm of women’s health, myo-inositol stands out as a natural remedy backed by scientific evidence. As a naturopathic practitioner with polycystic ovaries, I advocate for its use due

THE ANTI DIET DIET
With social media, pop ups on the internet and dieting pill claims and influencing Fad dieting, chances are 1/5 people reading this, have convinced themselves that those fad diets are

Zinc: A Superhero for Women’s Well-being
Ladies, are you tired of those monthly cramps that feel like a never-ending battle? Well, zinc might just be your new secret weapon. Recent studies, including a 2023 gem, have

Flourless Tahini Muffins
These tasty fluffy muffins are a great way to start your morning in a hurry or pop into lunch boxes for a protein packed snack later in the day. Tahini

How to protect and support your skin through winter
As we enter into winter, I’m sure we are all familiar with how the change in weather effects our skin, we begin to experience dry, tight, rough and dull skin.

Immune Support Juice
Give your immune system some support with this fantastic juice recipe from our very own Naturopath Sarah. If you are interested in learning more ways to enhance your immunity make

Four Ways to Boost your Immune Health
Coming into the Australian winter, it is natural that your attention turns to simple and affordable ways you can boost your immune function. Having a strong immune system will help

What are the benefits on an Infrared Sauna?
While some people are fans of traditional saunas, others find the extreme heat and steam uncomfortable and sometimes suffocating. If you are in the latter group read on to learn

Float Therapy. What are the benefits?
Have you ever wondered why people spend time in float tanks or pools or what the benefits of Float Therapy are? Read on as the experts at Wholelife Wellness Centre

How to achieve good gut health AND great skin.
Good gut health is incredibly important to our overall health and well-being. Our gut processes everything we consume, so it’s vital it is working at optimal level. This will ensure
