Jasmin Polley
Naturopath and Functional Medicine Practitioner
About Jasmin
Our Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Jasmin Polley began her career as a naturopath in 2003. She then went on to study a Bachelor degree in Biomedical Science and then a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Functional Medicine.
She is also one of the few Australian practitioners that are certified with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFMCP).
Jasmin has been practicing as a naturopath since 2003. She founded Wellness Vision in 2015 and then joined Atune Health Centres in 2020.
Qualifications
- Masters of Science in Nutrition and Functional Medicine
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
- Internationally Certified Practitioner in Functional Medicine by Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM)
- Member of MINDD Australia
- Member of Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
My Story
My long-term vision is one of personalised, preventative and holistic healthcare whereby clients control their health journey with the support and intergration of their health team. I look at all aspects of health but have a special interest in Immunity, Hormones and Gut health – why these areas … let me share my story …
In my early 20’s I suffering horrendous hormonal issues after taking the oral contraceptive pill. I had no idea that the artificial hormones could send my whole body (and mind) completely haywire. I was also very lucky not to suffer further compilations from possible blood clots in my legs after a long-haul flight (as I could see them but didn’t go to hospital being entirely unaware of the risks at that time).
I have always been one of those annoying ‘but why’ people, so it didn’t take me long to realise three things that would change the course of my life:
- A “one-size fits all” approach doesn’t work, as even though I had many friends taking the pill without issues, artificial hormones did not suit me.
- There is a connection between hormones and gut health, as the pill also made a mess of my previously robust digestion.
- Food really matters, as if I ate badly everything just got ten times worse (fatigue, hormones, gut health, skin…the works).
These realisations led me to start my naturopathic training. After completing this I realised how much more there was to learn, so I began my Biomedical Science degree (I can’t believe I hated science in high school). My plan was to go on and study medicine, however after witnessing on multiple occasions the narrow-minded, drug-based approach of some of my medical lecturers, I didn’t want to be the type of doctor they were training.
Many years down the track …some more health learnings of my own … most notably digestive issues / food intolerance and small intestine bacterial overgrowth (or SIBO) after a bad bout of food poisoning in Vanuatu, as well as a wonderful husband and two gorgeous kids … I finally found out why I could never choose a health niche … as my niche is in the whole person – i.e. functional medicine. Functional Medicine is not about studying symptoms or organ systems in isolation, but understanding how they are all connected. We are complex organisms and our health depends on the functioning of all aspects of a mind, body and spirit … not merely in diagnosing and treating seperate health conditions.
I love what I do! I love empowering and getting to know my clients. But mostly I love watching my clients transform their health, their thoughts and their lives to become masters of their own health journey.
Learn about our 3-Month Foundational Functional Medicine Program
The Journey starts with our Functional Medicine Program. This program is essential to gain a clear understanding of your health and create your long-term wellness plan.
