Food can be a very powerful ally to combat the painful symptoms of endometriosis. When it comes to hormone conditions like PCOS, fibroids, and endo, food is medicine, not just fuel or energy. Vitamins and minerals benefit specific cells, organs, and functions in the body — especially your hormones. The foods humans eat these days, and the way we eat them, is causing hormone issues. Our endocrine system is the system in your body responsible for regulating and releasing hormones. It can be thrown off by the foods you eat and changes in your body such as low and high blood sugar. Continuous disruption can develop into more serious hormonal disorders.
Read MoreStaying hydrated during a Brisbane summer is crucial to prevent heat-related illnesses like heat cramps, exhaustion, or heatstroke. Hot weather increases sweat production, and without sufficient fluid intake, you risk dehydration, which can lead to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and muscle cramps. Maintaining hydration is also essential for basic bodily functions, as water regulates body temperature, aids digestion, and transports nutrients. But is there more you can do as well as drinking a lot of water …
Read MoreWhat is inflammation? Your immune system becomes activated when your body recognises anything that is foreign—such as an invading microbe, plant pollen, or chemical. This often triggers a process called inflammation that, in this situation, protect your health.
However, sometimes inflammation persists, day in and day out, even when you are not threatened by a foreign invader. That's when inflammation becomes a chronic problem. Many major diseases that plague us—including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, depression, and Alzheimer's—have been linked to chronic inflammation.
One of the most powerful tools to combat inflammation comes not from the pharmacy, but from the grocery store. Many studies, including one recent one by Harvard University, have shown that components of foods or beverages have anti-inflammatory effects.
Read MoreAlthough period pain is common, it’s most definitely not “normal”, and shouldn’t ever occur in an otherwise healthy woman. The presence of pain indicates to a Chinese medicine practitioner that the usual flow of the menstrual cycle is not occurring as it should, which means some other factor is getting in the way. These factors can include a hormonal imbalance (from contraceptives or an unhealthy diet), stress and other lifestyle factors, nutrient imbalances, or an undiagnosed and untreated underlying condition. So what can you do about it?
Read MoreComfort food at its best! This is my winter go-to recipe. It’s very easy to make and the lentils help to make it filling so that it can become a full meal.
Read MoreTraditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture treatments can improve digestive function through supporting the Spleen and Stomach meridians. From a biomedical perspective, Acupuncture supports the Vagus nerve and regulation of the Gut – Brain axis.
Acupuncture also calms the central nervous system and this can also have a beneficial effect on digestion.
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