by Performance In Health | Nov 28, 2022 | Autoimmune Disease, Health Reads, Male Health, Womens Health & Hormones
What is Hypothyroidism? The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland that sits at the front of the neck, under the voice box. The thyroid plays a vital role in many important body functions, including metabolism, growth, and development, and even bone density. It...
by Performance In Health | Nov 18, 2022 | Dinner, Healthy Comfort Food, Lunch, Recipes
As summer approaches, I decided it was time to put together a summer salad series. What I love about a delicious salad is that it is simple to prepare and can either be used as a main dish or as a side dish. There are a few reasons that I love this dish....
by Performance In Health | Nov 16, 2022 | Food as Medicine, Health Reads, Weight Loss & Diets
Most of my clients who are being supported naturopathically are recommended to incorporate some version of the Mediterranean diet into their lives. We may alter it depending on particular health conditions, allergies, or intolerances however the essence of this...
by Performance In Health | Nov 7, 2022 | Food as Medicine, Health Reads, Vitamins & Minerals
Iron deficiency is a very common condition that I see in my naturopathy clinic in Sydney. What many people don’t realise is that it plays a role in many important body processes. A deficiency in iron can not only cause shortness of breath and...
by Performance In Health | Nov 3, 2022 | Fertility & Postnatal, Health Reads, Womens Health & Hormones
Breastfeeding is a wonderful gift to be able to share with your baby, but it is a learned skill (for both mother and baby) that does have its challenges. Mastitis is a really common issue for breastfeeding mothers, with around 17% experiencing mastitis in the first 6...
by Performance In Health | Nov 2, 2022 | Dinner, Healthy Comfort Food, Lunch, Recipes
I would have to say that a good curry with healthy ingredients is one of my favourite meals. Many years ago, I travelled through India and Nepal for approximately three months and my love of curry grew from there and will certainly stay with me for life. Now,...
by Performance In Health | Oct 25, 2022 | Dinner, Healthy Comfort Food, Lunch, Recipes
Amongst my recipes you will always find dishes from the Mediterranean. There is an important reason for this, and it is because the traditional Mediterannean diet is still regarded as the healthiest in the world in numerous scientific studies. When I work with...
by Performance In Health | Oct 20, 2022 | Fertility & Postnatal, Health Reads, Womens Health & Hormones
Breastfeeding is a wonderful gift you can offer your child, but it is a learned skill that can take some time to master, for both mum and baby. This blog is designed to give you the tools to support yourself in your breastfeeding journey, as well as some tips for...
by Performance In Health | Oct 11, 2022 | Fertility & Postnatal, Health Reads, Womens Health & Hormones
Please know that it is extremely common for new mums to become rundown during this time which I call the fourth trimester. The perfect storm of lack of sleep, high stress & a hormonal rollercoaster after giving a huge amount of your nutrition to your baby...
by Performance In Health | Oct 7, 2022 | Breakfast, Healthy Comfort Food, Lunch, Recipes
As a naturopath that works closely with clients on how to maximise energy levels and mental and physical performance throughout the day, eating regular small meals with a good quality protein is often my mantra. This is especially important when supporting the immune...