The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped organ at the base of your neck — yet it has a profound influence on almost every system in the body. It regulates metabolism, energy, temperature, mood, hormones, skin, and weight. When its function becomes imbalanced, symptoms can range from fatigue and weight changes to anxiety, dry skin, […]

B vitamins are a family of water-soluble nutrients that play vital roles in energy production, nerve function, mood regulation, and cellular repair. Because they’re water-soluble, our bodies don’t store large amounts — meaning regular intake through diet or supplementation is essential for optimal health. The B Vitamin Family and Their Functions There are eight key […]

Creatine is one of the most researched and effective natural compounds for improving strength, energy, and mental performance. While often associated with athletes and gym enthusiasts, creatine is actually a naturally occurring nutrient found in every cell of the body — particularly in muscles, the heart, and the brain. From a naturopathic perspective, creatine plays […]

The adrenal glands are small, triangular organs that sit above your kidneys — but don’t let their size fool you. These little glands play a big role in how you respond to stress, maintain energy, regulate hormones, and stay emotionally balanced. When your adrenal function is strong, you feel steady, focused, and energised. When it’s […]

Low energy, tiredness and fatigue are common concerns in modern life, affecting focus, productivity, and overall wellbeing. While occasional tiredness is normal, persistent fatigue may indicate imbalances in nutrition, lifestyle, sleep, or underlying health conditions. Naturopathic medicine focuses on supporting the body’s natural energy systems by addressing root causes and enhancing vitality. Common Causes of […]

Supporting your liver to be healthy, remove toxins, reduce inflammation and generally function optimally – a liver cleanse is the place to start.  Your liver is one of the hardest-working organs in your body — quietly filtering toxins, balancing hormones, aiding digestion, and keeping your energy steady. Yet, most of us rarely give it the […]

Chemically comprised of Hydrogen and Oxygen, two chemicals essential for human life, water is an extremely valuable resource to human existence, we can only survive a few days without its life giving presence. The human body is about 60% water. In most tissues water is the main substance, accounting for 60% of red blood cells, […]

What are the Naturopathic “signs of health” Your skin is clear, smooth and lustrous. You are within the normal weight range for your age, build and height Your normal body processes such as digestion, bowel evacuation, urination and menstruation proceed normally and occur without excessive discomfort Your bodily excretions (sweat, urine, faeces, saliva, vaginal mucous […]

Co Enzyme Q10 is an essential nutrient that plays an integral role in the production of Adenosine-tri-phosphate (ATP), the energy source for all body processes.  Humans consume small amounts in foods such as mackeral, sardines, chicken and liver.  It is also produced in limited amounts endogenously (within the body) and is present in every cell […]

With the change of seasons from winter to spring the body begins the process of re-emergence. Moving into springtime the channels of detoxification open and we start to remove the sluggishness of winter hibernation. As the days get longer and our bodies and minds demand more of us, it is time for fresh approaches to […]