Category: Nutritional Information

What is a PPI? A Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) is a medication that is most commonly prescribed to manage a variety of gastrointestinal disorders. It is also the most commonly prescribed medication worldwide. This medication was introduced in the 1990’s and its use has increased more than 1000% in Australia with over 19 million prescriptions READ MORE

What does this little organ do? And why is it so important? It is a small endocrine organ that can have big consequences when not working correctly. This organ is responsible for regulating your metabolism. When it is over functioning it is called Hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces excessive amounts of thyroid READ MORE

Do you suffer with seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies are caused by the body’s immune system having an overly aggressive response to pollen, ragweed, grass, and other harmless substances in the environment. When the immune system sees these substances as a threat, it releases chemicals that cause the inflammation linked to your troublesome allergy symptoms, from READ MORE

 “Some of the greatest battles will be fought within the silent chambers of your own soul.” – Ezra Taft Benson History and Statistics The mental health care story reaches far back into history. Men and women battled with what were believed to be literal invisible demons that lived inside their heads. Prayer and exorcisms, witch READ MORE

How important is your Immune System! Inside your body there is an amazing mechanism called your immune system. This system is designed to protect you against all forms of microbes, bacteria, viruses, toxins and parasites. When the immune system is functioning well, these little suckers are kept at bay and under control. Once the immune READ MORE

Calcium plays many important roles in the body such as building strong and healthy bones, aiding muscle contraction, nerve conduction and maintaining healthy cells. Dairy is often considered to be a rich source of calcium and often the one most people think of when asked about calcium. But this valuable mineral can be obtained from READ MORE

Leaky Gut! Is this a term you have heard before but are not sure what it means? Good gut health is the key to optimal health. Gut function is important for good immune health and is a factor in conditions such as hayfever, eczema, food intolerances, poor sleep and mood disorders. Leaky gut is also READ MORE

Low fat! No fat! Good fat! Bad Fat! What they hell? Sounds a bit like a milk commercial! Fat can be a confusing subject, especially if you come from the low fat era of the 1970 – 80’s. This was when fat became our enemy and low fat products flooded the markets. Marketing campaigns such READ MORE

How important is mood and food? Do you crave those foods that you know are not good for you? Do you eat them and then feel worse? Don’t feel bad, this is the body telling you that you are in need of particular foods and nutrients. Food is heavily connected to the way you feel READ MORE