Navigating post-partum – how to stay healthy and balanced
Once you’ve given birth to your baby, life can get a little crazy. You’re likely to feel overwhelmed, emotional and exhausted (sometimes all at the same time!) So now more than ever, it’s time to focus on how to keep yourself in balance, along with your little one.
The good news is that you don’t have to do anything crazy to make this happen. All you need are these simple tips to keep you on track with your post-partum recovery.
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Habits to ditch if you want a healthy thyroid
Are you looking to support your thyroid health naturally? While there are some steps you can take to enhance your thyroid health, there are habits that are problematic. These can lead to greater stress on the gland, increased inflammation and even feed into the autoimmune process.
Here are the habits I recommend that people eliminate (or at least reduce) for their thyroid’s sake.
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How quick-fix weight loss can damage your metabolism
Are you looking to lose a few extra kgs in the New Year? Perhaps you’re looking at rapid weight loss programs and calorie restriction to help? This can actually do more harm than good as it can damage the metabolism.
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10 thyroid-loving habits for the New Year
It’s the time of year where we review our past habits and decide on our new healthier habits. But what should you be doing if you are managing a thyroid condition?
I’ve come up with 10 thyroid-loving habits that you can work on in the New Year to feel happier, more energised and ready to face whatever 2022 throws your way.
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5 lessons 2021 taught me about health and life
For many of us, 2021 was jam-packed full of challenges to overcome and situations to navigate. But with every challenge we face, there is a new lesson to be learned. That’s why I thought I would share the 5 biggest lessons I learned over the past year.
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Simple ways to drink more water every day
Water is a vital part of our health and wellbeing! Without adequate hydration, the human body cannot function properly. But many people find it tough to keep hydrated throughout the day.
If you’re looking for some simple tips around how to increase your water intake, you’ve come to the right place.
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5 ways your thyroid is affecting your health
The thyroid gland is the master gland that influences every other gland and hormone in the body. So it’s no surprise that your thyroid issues can affect any area of health.
Let’s take a closer look at 5 common ways that your thyroid can impact on your health.
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5 simple steps to reboot your body this spring
As the weather warms up, many of us feel the call to start afresh. To energise our bodies for the warm weather to come.
After a winter that has felt heavier than usual - physically, mentally and emotionally - you might be looking for ways to reboot yourself and your body. If that’s the case, here are 5 simple steps to get you started.
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Why do I have Graves' disease?
When it comes to thyroid health, there is a lot less out there when it comes to hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease. This includes why Graves’ disease develops, as well as what you can do to address it.
If you’ve ever wondered why you have Graves’, I’ve got the answers for you.
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8 daily habits to support your thyroid health
Do you have daily habits in place to support your thyroid?
People think they need a massive treatment plan or a concoction of supplements to heal their thyroid disease. While it's true that there is a lot involved in the process and supplements can help - that's not the answer.
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Why You Want To Prioritise Your Hydration
We all know that we need to drink more water - right? But as with any generic health advice, knowing that we should often isn't enough.
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Why Cleanse? 10 Reasons To Give Your Body Some TLC
When is a cleanse beneficial? Why should I do a cleanse? Is a cleanse really necessary, or is it just a scam?
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10 tips for managing stress naturally
Is stress something that is just always there, lurking in the background?
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Can Being Mindful Help the Thyroid?
Mental wellbeing and stress levels can play a big role in how healthy your thyroid is. So it’s important for you to support your mental health and minimise the effects of stress. One of the simplest ways to do this on a daily basis is practising mindfulness.
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How Does Blood Sugar Affect Thyroid Health?
There’s a hidden link between your thyroid health and insulin resistance conditions. That link is blood sugar – the sugars that circulate in your blood, ready to fuel your body or store away in your fat stores. A lot of people overlook its role in thyroid disease, but I think it’s important to keep in mind. Let’s look at why.
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Does Thyroid Disease Begin In The Gut?
It’s a widely debated topic – where the thyroid goes wrong and starts to cause problems. But many holistic practitioners believe that good health starts in the gut – and the thyroid is no exception to this case. Here is why the gut will be a big focus for anyone wanting to support optimal thyroid function.
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Your Thyroid: The Master Metabolism Switch
Until you start to experience problems with your thyroid, you don’t really think much about it. Some people don’t even know it exists at all! But the thyroid actually plays a major role in your overall health and wellbeing. So here are the basics you need to know about your ‘metabolism master switch’.
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What does a healthy gut look like?
Ever wondered whether your gut is actually healthy? There are a few key areas we look at when it comes to your gut health - and it’s not just your gut symptoms!
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