Metabolic Health

Metabolic Health category includes articles on:

  • Blood sugar regulation
  • Insulin resistance
  • Energy balancing
  • Weight regulation
  • Protein intake
  • Muscle mass support
  • Menopause metabolism
  • Circadian metabolism
  • Meal timing
  • Sleep and metabolism

The importance of eating with the seasons

2026-06-10T17:41:37+10:00

The concept of eating with the seasons stems from ancient practices, and essentially breaks down what to eat during each season to maintain an optimal level of health and prevent disease. Not that long ago, most people were aware of the best time to grow and pick various fruits and vegetables, however, the modern lifestyle [...]

The importance of eating with the seasons2026-06-10T17:41:37+10:00

Plant proteins: 12 Top plant-based proteins explained

2026-06-03T14:16:32+10:00

Protein is an essential part of every diet and is vital for good health and wellbeing. Proteins contain small building blocks called amino acids that assemble, maintain and repair all cells and body structures. For example, the immune cells and hormones are all made of proteins; bones, skin, hair and nails are mostly built of [...]

Plant proteins: 12 Top plant-based proteins explained2026-06-03T14:16:32+10:00

Top 3 reasons why you are not losing weight

2026-06-10T17:37:41+10:00

Not losing weight despite your best efforts? You may be missing utilising these important weight loss strategies. 1) Adrenal depletion / Chronic stress Stress at work and/or at home, long working hours, poor diet, lack of exercise and sleep cause chronic stress resulting in feeling fatigued and lethargic even when at rest. Cortisol, the stress [...]

Top 3 reasons why you are not losing weight2026-06-10T17:37:41+10:00

Super Greens – what they are and why you should you include them in your diet

2026-06-03T14:17:17+10:00

We are often told that we should eat our greens, but not many of us actually understand just how important they are. Green vegetables, and in particular super greens, are amazing nutritional powerhouses and incorporating them into your diet offers a whole host of health benefits to your body. Joanna Sochan, Naturimedica’s highly trained and [...]

Super Greens – what they are and why you should you include them in your diet2026-06-03T14:17:17+10:00

Bee pollen for weight loss: a great but totally overlooked strategy

2026-06-10T17:16:55+10:00

Bee pollen works well for weight loss, who knew? Bee pollen is one of the richest and purest natural foods known to men. It's a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals and proteins, supplying us with almost every essential nutrient necessary for good health. I have been successfully using it with clients wanting to lose weight. Let [...]

Bee pollen for weight loss: a great but totally overlooked strategy2026-06-10T17:16:55+10:00

Gut Health and Hormones: How the Microbiome Regulates Estrogen

2026-06-03T14:34:51+10:00

Empirical clinical evidence as well as many studies to date indicate that gut health and hormones are closely linked. In particular, recent research shows that the composition and diversity of the gut microbiome play a big role in hormone regulation, especially regarding the key female hormone estrogen. The studies suggest that poor gut health increases [...]

Gut Health and Hormones: How the Microbiome Regulates Estrogen2026-06-03T14:34:51+10:00

Case study: How to lose weight and keep it off

2026-06-10T17:53:52+10:00

Why can't I lose weight? Have you been asking yourself this question for a while? The truth is, you CAN lose weight and keep it off. Losing weight doesn't need to feel like a big struggle with no end in sight. As we know by now, there’s no magic potion for effortless weight loss, but there [...]

Case study: How to lose weight and keep it off2026-06-10T17:53:52+10:00

Case study: Weight loss facilitated by resolving food sensitivities

2026-06-10T17:49:03+10:00

Could food sensitivities make it harder for you to lose weight or even stop you from losing weight altogether? Clinical evidence suggests there is a link between weight loss and a number of food sensitivities as determined by the IgG Food sensitivity testing. To gauge how closely they are related, we conducted a clinical study [...]

Case study: Weight loss facilitated by resolving food sensitivities2026-06-10T17:49:03+10:00

Metabolic and Hormonal Shifts in Menopause

2026-06-10T17:58:43+10:00

Weight changes during menopause are not simply about calorie intake or reduced activity. They reflect deeper shifts in hormonal signalling, insulin sensitivity, stress physiology, sleep patterns, and circadian rhythm regulation. Menopause can be a difficult time for many women, not only suffering hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings, gaining excess kilograms may also seem [...]

Metabolic and Hormonal Shifts in Menopause2026-06-10T17:58:43+10:00

Case study: Weight Loss and Food Sensitivity Approach – Karen’s story

2026-06-15T16:59:25+10:00

Can hidden food sensitivities make you gain weight? Can food intolerances stop or impair weight loss? Does food sensitivity testing help with losing weight? How hidden food intolerances make you gain weight? This post endeavours to answer many of these questions based on the clinical evidence we gathered. Here I present and discuss a remarkable [...]

Case study: Weight Loss and Food Sensitivity Approach – Karen’s story2026-06-15T16:59:25+10:00
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