Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the brain’s main inhibitory neurotransmitter—its natural “calm-down” chemical. When levels are healthy, the mind feels steady, the nervous system feels safe, and the body can rest, digest, heal, and recover. When GABA is low, people may feel anxious, wired, overstimulated, tense, or unable to switch off. In naturopathic practice, this neurotransmitter […]

Did you know that just 30 minutes of walking a day can profoundly improve both your physical and mental health? It’s one of the simplest, most accessible ways to reset your mood, enhance your vitality, and connect back to nature and yourself. Walking is more than exercise — it’s a moving meditation, a way to […]

Humans have an innate connection to the natural world, a concept known as biophilia—our love of and attraction to life and natural processes. Walking through a lush forest, feeling the ocean waves lap at your feet, or simply watching the sun rise over a quiet horizon can create a mesmerising shift in your mind and […]

In naturopathy, true health isn’t just the absence of disease — it’s the presence of vitality, balance and ease in the body. When your systems are functioning harmoniously, the body expresses visible markers of wellness. These signs reflect strong digestion, efficient detoxification, balanced hormones, robust immunity, and steady emotional resilience.  Below are the key naturopathic […]

As winter fades and spring emerges, our bodies instinctively shift into a phase of renewal. In naturopathic medicine, spring is a detoxification season—a time when the liver, lymphatic system, skin, and bowels naturally become more active after months of slower metabolic function. Just as plants begin to sprout and the world comes alive again, our […]

If you are a sufferer of depression you are not alone. According to Beyond Blue… One in four young people experiences a mental health condition and suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15 to 24. For Men, almost seven people die by suicide each day in Australia. Five of these are […]

Vitamin D is mostly found in animal products; remember also that the skin converts the sunlight to Vitamin D3 via activation through the liver and kidneys. There is much concern these days about sunlight causing skin cancers, however small amounts (10-15 minutes) of direct sunlight in the mornings and afternoons is a sufficient amount to […]

THERE IS A LOT OF DEBATE WHETHER ORGANIC FOOD IS WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY THESE DAYS, HOWEVER THERE IS ALSO A GROWING DISCONTENT WITH THE METHODS OF MODERN FARMING AND THE QUALITY OF THE FOODS BEING PRODUCED THROUGH SOME OF THESE METHODS. Organic food is a rapidly growing industry and this is probably because the […]

WHAT ARE ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils are the volatile substances that a plant owes its odour and flavour to and are often referred to as the soul or the hormones of the plant. Essential oils are found in different parts of plants (leaves, flowers, bark, fruit etc.). For example Lavender essential oil is obtained from […]

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition characterized by moderate to severe intestinal cramps (abdominal pain) with constipation and/or diarrhoea.  IBS is not a detectable structural disease but the symptoms are caused by abnormal muscular contractions in the colon.  Digestive dysfunction, food intolerances, anxiety, stress and a compromised immune system may further exacerbate this […]