SIBO happens when bacteria that belong further along in the gut take hold in the small intestine instead, disrupting digestion and often causing symptoms beyond the gut itself. This guide explains the causes and different types of SIBO, why it often returns after antibiotics, and what a root-cause approach to treatment involves.
What is coeliac disease? Symptoms, causes and treatment
Coeliac disease affects far more people than realise it, with around 80% of Australians living with the condition still undiagnosed. Many have no digestive symptoms at all, presenting instead with fatigue, anaemia, or fertility difficulties. This guide explains what’s actually happening in the gut, why symptoms often persist even after going gluten-free, and what a functional medicine approach adds to standard care.
5 medicinal mushrooms to support immunity this winter
Everyone wants to know the one supplement that stops them getting sick each winter. Once foundational habits are in place, medicinal mushrooms like Reishi, Turkey Tail and Cordyceps can be a useful addition to your immune toolkit.
What does your DNA say about your fertility?
Your genes influence methylation, detoxification, oxidative stress, and nutrient conversion, all of which affect egg quality and hormone balance. Learn which SNPs matter most for fertility, and why two people with the same variant can get very different results.
Diarrhoea after eating? What your gut might be telling you
Diarrhoea after eating is one of the more commonly dismissed digestive symptoms and one of the most frequently misunderstood. If your tests have come back normal but nothing has changed, the issue is likely functional rather than structural. This article explains the four most common causes, what to look for, and where to start.
How to become a health coach
Health coaching bridges the gap between knowing what to do and making lasting change. Learn what health coaches do, how to choose accredited training in Australia, and how to build a rewarding career in this growing field.
Essential nutrients for managing Hashimoto’s
Hashimoto’s can increase your body’s demand for nutrients involved in thyroid and immune function – while also making them harder to absorb. This article explores the key nutrients linked to thyroid health, why deficiencies are so common, and how targeted testing can help guide a more personalised approach.
Rethinking cholesterol: Why particle size, inflammation, and oxidative stress also matter
Cholesterol isn’t the villain it’s made out to be. Learn how oxidative stress and inflammation, not cholesterol itself, are the real drivers behind cardiovascular risk. Discover practical strategies like better hydration, diverse nutrition, and stress management to optimise your health and rethink the cholesterol narrative.
Foods that cause constipation and what to eat instead
Most people assume constipation comes down to not eating enough fibre. But for many people, the foods slowing things down are ones they’d never suspect – and adding more roughage can actually make things worse. Here’s what to look at first.
What your poo says about your gut health
Bowel habits are one of the clearest indicators of digestive function – yet stool type, colour and frequency are rarely discussed. This guide explains what these patterns can reveal and when it may be worth investigating further.
