Ashwagandha is a key herb for adrenal support

Wellness Vision - herb of the Month - Withania

Ashwagandha is also known as; Withania somnifera, Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry Ashwagandha is a key herb for adrenal support and is one of our favourite herbs. It has potent tonifying effects on the adrenal system, calms the nervous system, supports thyroid function and reduces inflammation. We only use high-quality, standardized tinctures; so you know […]

Detoxify your environment

Wellness Vision - Detoxing your environment

Environmental toxins are everywhere, from air pollution to personal care products. Learn simple and practical steps to reduce your toxin burden and support your long-term health.

Low Carb, High Fat Cacao Slice

Low Carb Cacao Slice

This slice is delicious as a decadent snack or morish treat. It is low in sugars and SIBO/FODMAP friendly, however, it is high in calories, so a small piece is all you will need. It keeps best in the freezer and may fall apart if only refrigerated. SIBO friendly / Low FODMAP / Gluten Free […]

What Colour Is Your Urine?

What colour is your urine, Wellness Vision, Newcastle Naturopath

Have you ever paid attention to your urine colour? Urine colour can give you vital clues to your level of hydration. If you don’t do anything else except increase your water intake, you will improve your energy, brain function and long-term health. Our body is about 60% water, and this water is central to the […]

Macadamia Pesto

Macadamia pesto recipe

Vegan and Gluten free (with SIBO/Dairy free & FODMAP free variations) This is one of my favourite recipes for a fast snack, as it really only takes a few minutes in the blender and it’s ready to go! I also love to mix it with chicken and red lentil pasta for a high protein, high […]

Five Common Medications Linked with Leaky Gut

Common Medications linked to leaky gut

Did you know that common medications are one of the biggest causes of Leaky Gut? Leaky gut is also called “intestinal permeability”. It is where the tight junctions between the cells lining the gut become “leaky”, allowing undigested food particles, bacteria or toxins to enter the bloodstream. These foreign materials are detected by immune cells triggering […]

Tips for Better Sleep

Wellness Vision - Functional Medicine - Tips for better sleep

This video is a concise overview of: Which hormones are negatively impacted by poor sleep. How much sleep do you really need? As well as tips to get better sleep FAST! Please share if you find this helpful, thank you!

Mindful Eating

Wellness Vision - Functional Medicine - Mindful Eating

The Health Benefits of Mindful Eating It is not just your food, but also how you are eating it – that is important If you want to get all of the nutrient potential from the foods that you eat, good digestion is essential, however you it is important to consider the health benefits of mindful […]

Are you stressing yourself fat?

Are you stressing yourself fat?

Are You Stressing Yourself Fat? How Cortisol Affects Your Weight, Muscle, and Metabolism We’ve all heard that stress isn’t good for us, but did you know that that chronic stress can have a major impact on your weight, muscle mass, insulin levels, and fat storage? Yes, you could actually be stressing yourself fat. One of […]

Sugar may be making women dumber

Sugar may be making women dumber

Have you ever been chatting to someone, when the words you were about to say jump right out of your head? Has it been happening to you more often? It may be a warning sign that you are eating too much sugar. A Finnish study[i] published this month has found that there may be a […]