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26th October 2018

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I’m Alison, a clinical naturopath with a passion for helping people achieve that amazing feeling of good health, by blending traditional naturopathic wisdom with up-to-date scientific research and a lot of love and care. Here you'll find my collection of health articles, podcasts and recipes.

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Oh how tempting the supplement that promises you t

Oh how tempting the supplement that promises you to lose double chins, fix bloating and balance your hormones in a week. Seeing as you’re on a health kick might as well take a gut cleanse. Still tired, take a pick me up. Not helping, maybe it’s because now sleeping, add a sleeping pill.
I’ve seen it all too often, the endless layering of supplements that promise the world, leading to a point of overwhelm and frustration. Not to mention potential toxicity (#vitaminb6toxicity anyone) or medication interactions.
In addition to that I often see people self prescribing herbal medicines that are the wrong fit constitutionally, hormonal and digestively.
I totally get the temptation and I’m all for health sovereignty but it has its risks. A naturopath is trained to take all your individual considerations and formulate a systemised plan. It should be simple and streamlined and there should be an exit plan in mind.

There’s so much that we never get taught about o

There’s so much that we never get taught about our hormones, our cycles, and even less on what we can do about it if things go awry.
That’s part of why I created this mini ecourse - to teach about how to get in tune with your cyclical nature as a woman and how to connect with the cyclical nature of our environment. Even more than that, this ecourse shares information about :
✨learning to understand how your hormones affect your mood, energy, and more.
✨the oocyte (egg) recruitment cycle and how this impacts fertility
✨herbal medicine for hormonal health
✨eating for your menstrual cycle
✨tips on understanding hormone testing
And plenty more.
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I’ve decided to offer a flash sale for the next 48 hours - use code CYC20 to get 20% off!

Is it PCOS or is your thyroid struggling? Chances

Is it PCOS or is your thyroid struggling? Chances are it’s both…
Up to 1 and 3 people with PCOS may also have thyroid dysfunction.
Sub clinical hypothyroidism is more prevalent in people with PCOS than in the general population. This is even more common in younger people with PCOS.
There is a lot of overlap with these issues both in symptoms and in underlying causes - check the reel for this list.
PMIDs: 2816 5551, 3763 5968, 2310 3018

“Keeping your body healthy is an expression of g

“Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos — the trees, the clouds, everything.” – Thich Nhat Hanh

When I talk about fascia with patients—whether d

When I talk about fascia with patients—whether during massage or discussing lymph, gut, or nervous system health—most have never heard of it. I barely learned about it in training, but it’s become a big part of how I understand the body.
Fascia was once described simply as the "wrapping" around muscles. But newer understanding shows it to be a complex, intelligent connective tissue system—think of it like a living 3D scaffolding that wraps around everything: muscles, bones, nerves, blood vessels, lymph, organs.⁠
💧Imagine it like a sponge: compressing, expanding, adapting to movement, pressure, hydration—and even emotional state.
Fascia doesn’t just connect us structurally—it communicates. It’s the tissue that integrates all systems. When you see the body through this lens, it becomes clear: our muscles, organs, and tissues don’t function in isolation. This holistic view is core to naturopathic medicine, whereas conventional models often divide the body into disconnected systems.⁠
✨Fascia loves movement and pressure. Manual therapy + movement restores glide, elasticity, and hydration. And yes—hydration is crucial.
⚠️ What happens when fascia becomes restricted?⁠
• Reduced blood flow and lymphatic drainage⁠
• Increased tightness and discomfort⁠
• Decreased circulation⁠
• Restricted movement⁠
Fascinatingly, fascia seems to mirror the meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine—those energy channels used in acupuncture and bodywork. In cadaver dissections, researchers have found fascial lines that align closely with meridian pathways. It begs the question: *what else does fascia do?*⁠
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Some theories suggest that fascia may hold emotional memory or trauma—meaning chronic restriction could be just as emotional as it is physical.⁠
🎥 Jean-Claude Guimberteau, Strolling Under the Skin (excerpt)

Just look at this bundle of cuteness. She makes my

Just look at this bundle of cuteness. She makes my heart melt.
I struggled to think about replacing Chewie, our beloved labrador of 14 years but eventually we made the decision to get a new doggie and this new pup is beyond perfect. She’s had a lovely first day exploring the garden and the kids absolutely lost their mind coming home to her.
Rosie is our new golden retriever pup and I’ll be dedicating some time to her over the next few weeks which will mean appointments are a bit scarcer with myself but don’t worry Carissa is here for you, she has some availabilities on Thursdays for the next few weeks ❤️

Measuring cups have been restocked!! They’re so

Measuring cups have been restocked!! They’re so pretty 💚🩷🤍🩵

Your lymphatic system is one of the unsung heroes

Your lymphatic system is one of the unsung heroes of your body – working quietly behind the scenes every single day. 💫
It plays a major role in:
• Immune health – mobilizing white blood cells and protecting against pathogens
• Fat metabolism
• Clearing out cellular waste and toxins
• Maintaining fluid balance
• Helping move hormones for proper detoxification
Your liver actually produces a big portion of your lymph – so if your liver is sluggish, chances are your lymphatic system is too.
Every day, your lymphatic system clears about 2–3 litres of waste – but it needs your support to do that efficiently. Things like dehydration, constipation, stress, fascial tightness, tight clothing, low movement, inflammation, and toxin exposure can all slow it down.
The good news? There are simple ways to give your lymph some love:
✨ Stay hydrated
✨ Keep your gut moving
✨ Dry brushing
✨ Rebounding or using vibration plates
✨ Deep belly breathing
✨ Gentle self-massage
✨ And most importantly – move your body. Your lymph doesn't have a pump like your heart. Movement is the pump!
Sometimes though, it's nice to let someone else take care of you. I’m trained in the @chelsey_jean_lymphatics method of lymphatic massage – a beautiful way to support your body’s natural detox pathways.
💆‍♀️ Comment BOOKMEIN to book your session.
🧤Want to try lymphatic drainage at home? Comment LYMPHKIT for a link to the self-massage gloves.
Your lymph will thank you 🥰
#lymphaticmassage #lymphhealth #naturaldetox #lymphdrainage #selfcaretips #holistichealth #womenswellness #detoxnaturally #lymph #fluiddrainagemassage

You might be surprised to hear this...
But if you’re struggling with recurrent thrush, BV or UTIs, the real culprit might not just be “down there” — it might be starting in your gut. 🦠➡️🐱
The gut and v&ginal microbiomes are deeply connected — and if your gut is out of balance, inflamed, or not absorbing nutrients properly, it can set off a chain reaction that affects your vaginal health too.
In my latest blog, I explain:
🌿 Why gut issues can make you more vulnerable to v&ginal microbiome imbalances
🌿 How a healthy gut supports immunity, hormonal balance and even pH regulation
🌿 Why simply wiping out Candida isn’t enough — and what real healing actually involves
And no — you’re not imagining it when symptoms come and go unpredictably. Chronic thrush (RVVC) often doesn’t show up clearly on swabs either, which makes it even trickier to manage if we don’t look deeper.
If you want to read more about how the gut is involved (and what we can do about it), comment CHRONIC below and I’ll send you the link. 📩
If you’re feeling ready to tackle this properly, Carissa and I are here to help with a holistic, personalised approach — including microbiome testing, gut support, and custom treatments. 💛
#GutHealth #MicrobiomeHealing #ChronicThrush #WomensHealth #NaturalMedicine

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