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.
Fibre and constipation: Why more isn’t always better
Most people try to fix constipation by adding more fibre – but that doesn’t always lead to relief. Depending on how your gut is functioning, certain fibres can either support movement or make symptoms feel worse.
Why food change is hard – and how coaching makes it possible
Food change is never just about food. It is shaped by physiology, emotion, habits, history, identity and environment, which is why willpower alone cannot create sustainable change.
Is it IBS or diarrhoea? How to tell the difference
IBS and diarrhoea share many symptoms, but their underlying causes and patterns differ. This guide explains how to tell them apart, when to seek deeper testing, and how a functional medicine approach can uncover the root cause for more effective treatment.
Morning bloating vs evening bloating: Why timing matters
Do you wake up feeling puffy or bloat more as the day goes on? The timing of your bloating holds powerful clues about your digestion, hormones, and nervous system. In this article, uncover why your gut symptoms follow a rhythm – and how decoding it can lead to lasting relief.
SIBO or just bloating? How to tell the difference
Not all bloating means SIBO. This article helps you tell the difference between everyday digestive bloating and bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. Learn the key signs, testing options, and how a functional medicine approach can uncover what’s really driving your symptoms – and how to calm them for good.
Clear the fog: Understanding and rebuilding brain health
Struggling to focus or feeling mentally flat? Brain fog often reflects deeper imbalances like inflammation, blood sugar swings, or disrupted sleep. In this article, learn how functional medicine identifies the root causes and supports lasting clarity.
