Did you know how to boost your bodies Butyrate production? Butyrate is a beneficial short chain fatty acid produced by specific gut bacteria in the large intestinal environment with a myriad of health benefits. The beneficial effects of butyrate have been well researched but may not yet be common knowledge. Butyrate is crucial in helping […]
1. Hydrate!!! Ever had a headache from dehydration? You have experienced the effects of a dehydrated brain which can increase fatigue and pain sensitivity and reduce cognitive function and mood. A good rule of thumb for water intake for adults is 35mls per kilogram of body weight eg. a 60kg adult requires 2.1 litres of water […]
Spring is a beautiful time of growth and renewal, however unfortunately for seasonal allergy sufferers Springtime can be associated with persistent respiratory symptoms such as allergic rhinitis, eye irritation, lower respiratory tract inflammation and eczema flares. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, it is time to start thinking about your preventative strategies to minimise your […]
In a conventional medical setting, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning that once serious pathologies have been ruled out, a patient who fits the Rome IV criteria (see below) will likely be diagnosed with IBS. As Naturopaths, we are trained to look beyond this ‘umbrella’ diagnosis, and understand that IBS more […]