Words of Nourishment: to help you feel yourself again
Welcome to Words of Nourishment, where we share our insights on natural medicine, women’s health and daily rituals, all for your natural healing. While you’re here, find insights that help you live in balance, with thoughtful solutions for your body, mind, spirit and surroundings. From hormonal balance, fertility support and gut health to overall wellbeing, our journal is grounded in our practice’s ethos; we provide natural healing that restores your body’s balance. Stay in touch and we’ll share our latest journals straight to your inbox. We’ll help you feel your best, naturally.
Roasted Capsicum Salad with Fresh Herbs & Lemon
INGREDIENTS • 5 red or yellow capsicums• 1 bunch of fresh mint• ½ bunch fresh parsley• 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar• 2 tablespoons olive oil• ½ teaspoons of salt• Fresh...
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Retained Primitive Reflexes: Could They Be Affecting Your Child's Development?
As a naturopath, I often work with children who struggle with attention, anxiety, emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, poor coordination, learning difficulties, or sleep disturbances. While nutrition, gut health and nervous...
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Baby Eczema: A Gentle Guide for Parents
There's nothing more distressing than seeing your baby's delicate skin become dry, red, itchy, and inflamed. Baby eczema is one of the most common skin conditions in infancy, affecting up...
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Creamy Turmeric Latte Recipe (Golden Milk for Digestion, Inflammation & Immune Support)
Turmeric is anti-inflammatory, stimulates digestion and the liver, and has been used for centuries for health benefits. It is thought to be the ‘gold’ that was laid at Baby Jesus’...
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When Your Body Feels Like It’s Working Against You
There’s another group of patients I see regularly, and their experience is slightly different. For them, it’s not just about struggling to conceive. It’s about feeling unwell in their body...
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Healthy Homemade Marshmallows Recipe (Naturally Sweetened Gelatin Marshmallows for Gut Health)
Herbalists used to make marshmallows for medicinal purposes by using the sap from the marshmallow plant. I still use marshmallow tincture in my clinic today. It is perfect for sore...
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What Is a Normal Menstrual Cycle? Hormone Balance, Symptoms and Red Flags Explained
Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4egJYKmOfkfSBUjfbriftc The menstrual cycle is one of the most important indicators of overall health. Yet many women are unsure what is actually normal....
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How Stress Affects Hormones, Sleep and Gut Health: A Nervous System Guide
Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/12nHoy832ibQ9UyZ4jYK8y Stress is often spoken about as something emotional. In reality, it’s deeply physiological. The nervous system plays a central role in how...
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Herbal Medicine Benefits: How Clinical Herbalists Use Plants for Hormones, Stress and Immune Health
Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5026jxbsXsqlUE0HrVc4mW Herbal medicine is one of the oldest forms of healthcare—but it’s often misunderstood. Many people think of herbs as “natural” alternatives or...
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What Is Holistic Medicine? A Naturopath Explains Root Cause Health, Hormones and Fertility Support
Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2UrgQHXFKV2ojmY4VWuSk0 If you’ve ever felt like your symptoms are being managed but not fully understood, you’re not alone. In clinic, we often...
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You’re Doing Everything Right… So Why Isn’t It Working?
There’s a particular type of patient I see often in clinic. She’s informed, proactive, and already doing a lot. She’s tracking her cycle, eating well, taking supplements, and has usually worked with...
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Healthy Seeded Bread Recipe (Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut & Seed Loaf)
LSA is a blend of ground linseeds (flax seeds), sunflower seeds, and almonds. This mix is an amazing source of dietary fiber, protein, omega fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins. You...
