Blog Posts
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Life After Lockdown - Readjusting to the 'New Normal'
Have extended periods of restrictions, social distancing and lockdowns programmed so much of your life that the reality of re-entering into society has you feeling more than a little anxious or overwhelmed? So much of the past few years has been out of our control so it can help to focus on the things that are within your control. If you're feeling daunted at the prospect of returning to ‘normal’ life, continue reading our Blog for our suggestions on to help ease the transition. -
Herbal Medicine for ADHD
Date: 14-10-2021Are you looking for additional ways to support yourself or someone you love suffering with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Read our Blog for tips on some herbs that may help.
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Naturopathic Principles: Treat the Cause
Date: 29-09-2021Welcome to the third instalment of our naturopathic philosophies series. The third principle is Treat the Cause. Identifying and treating the cause is based on the assumption that health and disease happen for a reason. Some of these reasons include genetics and physiology, diet, lifestyle, social-economic status, one’s environment, previous medical intervention, resilience, social support and spiritual connection. Naturopathy works from the perspective that health can be improved by reducing the number of factors that place a strain on the body and interfere with its ability to heal and return to normal functioning.
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Naturopathic Principles: The Healing Power of Nature
Date: 03-09-2021The second principle in our naturopathic philosophy series is the Healing Power of Nature (vis medicatrix naturae), which refers to the body’s innate ability to heal itself. When illness or imbalance occurs the body naturally wants to correct this in an effort to be healthy and well. Naturopaths believe that symptoms are a manifestation of the body’s attempt to rehabilitate and their role therefore is to support the body and encourage this intrinsic healing process.
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Winter immune rejuvenation: prevention is better than cure
The human body is in continuous contact with viruses and other pathogens – and this exposure is heightened during the colder months. In order to combat these exposures the immune system has developed various protective measures to prevent the entry of, or to eliminate, these invaders. Substantial evidence suggests that the ability of the immune system to respond to invading pathogens is significantly influenced by various environmental and lifestyle factors. -
Building and maintaining resilience in difficult times
Date: 13-08-2021Did you know that 70-90% of GP presentations are related to stress? This may come as no surprise given our modern lifestyles coupled with the emotional rollercoaster of a once in a generation pandemic. Stress, whether psychological, physical or emotional, has been implicated in many disease processes including anxiety, depression, hormone imbalance, compromised immunity and gut dysfunction. While this may sound overwhelming; adapting, overcoming and even growing from stressful life events is possible, partly thanks to the concept of resilience. Read our Blog for advice on coping with stress and how best to build your resilience. -
Naturopathic Principles: First, Do No Harm
Date: 11-03-2021Naturopathy and natural medicine stems from the application and interplay of the seven naturopathic principles that we discussed last fortnight. These principles impact every aspect of the therapeutic exchange – assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
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An Introduction to the Naturopathic Principles
Date: 24-02-2021Here at Biomedica, we hold these naturopathic principles close to our hearts and they guide all that we do. We support our practitioner’s work with their patients in this same way. Read on as we bring you a weekly series on the Naturopathic Principles and Philosophies.
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What is Collagen?
Date: 11-12-2020What do lacklustre hair, aging skin and painful joints have in common? The answer is a lack of collagen. Collagen is being talked about in medical journals and consumer magazines but what is it and when should you be using it?
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Unique herbal combination for stress and mood support
Date: 16-11-20202020 has undeniably been a difficult year and Australians are reporting worsened mental health with increases in anxiety, depression and stress. Nutritional and herbal medicines have been shown to have a therapeutic effect on mood and stress.
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Nigella sativa & allergy season
Date: 03-11-2020Back to the future; one of the worlds most ancient medicinal spices made famous by the Persian physician Avicenna and found in Tutankhamun's tomb, has had so much scientific interest of late for its use throughout the allergy season. Remember to ask your Naturopath or herbalist about Black seed (Nigella sativa).
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Not All Magnesium Supplements Are Created Equal
Date: 16-10-2020Magnesium is fundamental to so many processes in your body and most of us simply do not get enough through our diet. Subsequently, there are a vast number of supplement choices available. The different chemical forms of magnesium serve different purposes, for example, magnesium oxide is poorly absorbed but beneficial to assisting bowel movements. So, which is the right magnesium for you?
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Health is wealth: investing in long term health and wellbeing
Date: 01-09-2020With health consciousness on the rise, how can you achieve optimal long term health and wellbeing? Read our blog post to find out more.
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What health conditions can a naturopath assist?
Date: 17-06-2020Naturopathy is one of the more well-known modalities under the umbrella of complementary and alternative medicine, yet many remain unfamiliar with what a naturopath does. Read more to find out about the health conditions Naturopaths can assist with.
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The Importance of Setting Health Goals and Committing to Treatment Plans
Date: 05-05-2020The arrival of a new year often brings the intention to set new health goals and resolutions. Your first step may be to visit a natural health practitioner, for a complete assessment of your health concern. Read more for our tips on committing to treatment plans.
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Immunity from all angles
Date: 15-04-2020Immune support that aids the system function as a whole rather than targeting the immediate infection can help combat respiratory and rheumatic diseases, primarily prescribing proteolytic enzymes as well as vitamin A.
Proteolytic enzymes assist in breaking up immune complexes and act as an anti-inflammatory, while Vitamin A helps stimulate T cell production, increases phagocytic activity and provides support against respiratory infections.
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The Dangers of DIY Diagnosis & Self-Supplementation
Date: 11-03-2020It may seem convenient to do a Google search for a solution to a painful or ongoing health problem, but this can lead to more harm than good.
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How to prepare for your first appointment with a natural health practitioner
Date: 11-02-2020Your first consultation with a natural health practitioner may be a little different from what you're used to when seeing a GP. Here are 5 tips to help you prepare for your first consultation.
