DISCOVER THE POWER OF L-THEANINE

Discover how L-Theanine can support stress, anxiety, sleep, and mental clarity, and why this natural compound is becoming so popular for nervous system support.Continue Reading

HAVE YOU EVER NOTICED THAT THE BODY WHISPERS LONG BEFORE IT EVER SHOUTS?

Chronic kidney disease is one of those conditions that often begins quietly. Yet the impact can be life-changing if we don’t listen early.Continue Reading

UNDERSTANDING OSTEOPOROSIS – HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT YOUR BONES

Osteoporosis is common in Australia, especially for those over 50. More than a million Australians live with osteoporosis, and another 6 million have osteopenia (low bone mass). With numbers this high, it’s worth knowing what makes up healthy bone – and what you can do to protect yours.Continue Reading

ANXIETY- A FIRE IN THE BRAIN

Did you know anxiety is the most common mental health challenge in Australia? The latest National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing (1) found that nearly 1 in 5 Australians aged 16–85 experienced an anxiety disorder in the past year.Continue Reading

ANXIETY IN CHILDREN

Fear and worry are normal emotions that keep us safe and help us in challenging situations. However, when these emotions become overwhelming or chronic, they make it hard to cope with everyday life. Children with anxiety disorders experience episodes of pronounced mental or physical symptoms, often with a high level of constant background worrying.Continue Reading

ADHD AND MEN

I am sure you have all heard the term ADHD, but do you truly know what it looks like in everyday life and how it presents in men?Continue Reading

MAXIMISING CHILDREN’S LEARNING & THE COMPLEXITIES OF BRAIN DEVELOPMENT

Every day in the clinic, I have the fabulous opportunity to identify and address the impacts of many of the influencing factors on learning in children.Continue Reading

HOW MOVEMENT, BREATHWORK AND MINDFULNESS CALM THE MIND

If you have visited any of the team at Claridge Naturopathics, I am sure you would have been introduced to the benefits of yoga, meditation, and nasal breathing.Continue Reading

SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD’S ‘NERVOUS TUMMY’

As a paediatric naturopath, a common concern I hear from parents is their child’s ‘nervous tummy,’ particularly during transitions like returning to school or kinder.Continue Reading

PREVENT THE END OF YEAR SLUMP FOR YOUR CHILD

Eat a rainbow of fruits & vegetables but especially, “eat your greens!” – it’s that easy.Continue Reading

WHEN IT COMES TO CHILDREN’S HEALTH, MAKE SURE YOU’RE NOT WASTING YOUR TIME OR MONEY

Did you know Australians spend more on vitamins and supplements than on prescription drugs? With over 11,000 complementary medicine products for sale in Australia it’s no surprise to find parents bewildered when it comes to choosing a supplement that might help their child feel betterContinue Reading

CHILDREN’S ALLERGIES

With spring in full bloom, now is the perfect time to treat and prevent those annoying allergy symptoms—they are a nuisance, and you don’t have to put up with them.Continue Reading

DID YOU KNOW, HAIR LOSS IS A GENERAL HEALTH ALARM BELL?

Your body is always sending you messages. These are the alarm bells that alert you when your health may be beginning to waiver. One such alarm bell is hair loss or thinning of your hair.Continue Reading

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF AND WHEN YOU ARE OVULATING?

In a world where we use our phone for everything, can we really trust that an app can predict when you are ovulating?Continue Reading

PERIMENOPAUSE

The term ‘perimenopause’ is now everywhere, making many women in their 40s (or approaching that age), wonder if they are starting their transition to menopause. It's a topic that constantly appears in the media, offering little respite.Continue Reading

HARNESSING THE POWER OF ECHINACEA: A NATURAL IMMUNE SUPPORT

Echinacea, a well-respected herb in the realm of naturopathy, has long been celebrated for its robust immune-enhancing properties. As we navigate through the cold and flu season, understanding the benefits of echinacea can provide a valuable addition to our health regimen.Continue Reading

HOW DOES LACK OF SLEEP AFFECT MY HORMONES?  

Sleep is one of the most important functions we perform each day. Lack of sleep or disturbed sleep is thought to disrupt the circadian rhythms of the body. These rhythms provide physical, mental and behavioural changes over a 24-hour period. Our daily exposure to light and dark are crucial for regulation. However, stress, exercise and diet can also play a role in either regulating or disrupting our rhythms.Continue Reading

DO YOU ALWAYS FEEL TIRED?

Did you know that fatigue is the most common unexplained complaint presented to GPs? The reason the cause of fatigue is often poorly diagnosed is because it originates from multiple areas. Some of these include: nutrient deficiencies, chronic stress, poor sleep quality, infections, immune exhaustion, inflammation, blood sugar dysregulation, thyroid, inadequate physical activity, over-exercising, lifestyle factors, drug and alcohol use, and medication. Continue Reading

WHY WE ALL NEED SOME DISTANCE FROM TECHNOLOGY 

Most of us would agree that the advancement of technology has brought about numerous benefits and efficiencies. However, it’s important for us to disconnect from it when we can. Here’s a few reasons why:Continue Reading

OVERCOMING THE SHADOWS: MY JOURNEY THROUGH CHRONIC FATIGUE

As a 12-year-old, although I was getting plenty of sleep, I was always feeling tired and struggled to get out of bed. Like many kids, I was very active, playing football during the winter and cricket during the summer. When I wasn’t training or playing sport, I was in the backyard with my twin brother kicking balls, practicing bowling, hitting balls suspended from the rafters and riding bikes. I never liked to sit still for too long. I just loved being outside and active. Continue Reading

WHAT’S IN SEASON AT THE BEGINNING OF AUTUMN?

FRUITS apples, bananas, custard apples, feijoas, figs, grapes, guava, kiwifruit, lemons, limes, mandarins, oranges (valencia), papaya, passionfruit, pears, persimmons, plums, pomegranates and quinces.Continue Reading