Posts by Caryn Levick
GLP-1 Diet: Foods to Include and Foods To Avoid
Are you taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss and wondering how to optimise your diet for the best results? You’re not alone. We’re seeing many individuals in Brisbane and beyond who are looking for ways to complement their GLP-1 therapy with a diet that ensures nutrient adequacy while promoting fat loss and preserving muscle. Medication…
Read MoreNew Body Composition Scanning Now Available at Perpetual Wellbeing, Kenmore!
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside your body beyond the number on the scale, body composition scanning has the answers. We’re excited to announce the arrival of our new Bio-Impedance Scales, offering a deeper look into your cellular and metabolic health. This isn’t your average weigh-in. These advanced scans provide markers including:…
Read MoreWeight Reduction Medication: Support For Those Using GLP-1 Agonists In Australia
With the growing popularity of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro® as tools for weight management and metabolic health, more people are beginning their journey on these medications. But what many don’t realise is that safely and effectively using and eventually weaning off GLP-1 medications requires more than a script. That’s where a…
Read MoreBioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): What You Need To Know
Have you caught the wind of change towards Perimenopause? Once a taboo topic hidden in the closet, it’s now busting out with blogs, celebrity spruiking and podcasts all declaring it’s a conversation to have and understand. It sure is, so let’s address the elephant in the room…. hormone replacement therapy. To HRT or Not to HRT? Or…
Read MoreWhat Is Vitamin B6? Understanding Its Role, Side Effects and Safe Use
Vitamin B6 has come under some scrutiny recently following a media report about a number of patients suffering adverse consequences from excessive supplementation. In this blog, we’ll take a more detailed look at this key nutrient, why toxicity occurs, examine potential side effects of excessive supplementation and highlight how to ensure you’re consuming safe levels…
Read MoreSimple Ways to Enhance Your Immune System
With the cold and flu season already in full swing, maintaining a strong immune system is vital to help keep you and your whole family healthy throughout the cooler months. Your immune system is your body’s natural defence mechanism against illness and while diet and a healthy gut are crucial in boosting immunity there are…
Read MoreWhat is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a much more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It is a cyclical hormonal disorder – meaning it comes in cycles and is linked to your menstrual cycle. It can be a severe and chronic medical condition that needs attention and support for mental and physical wellbeing. What causes PMDD?…
Read MoreDairy and Gluten Free Banana & Oat Biscuits
Another super simple and quick dairy free recipe for banana and oat biscuits that can be adapted to be gluten free too. The kids will love helping out with this and they can add them to their lunch box to take to school. Ingredients Method Preheat oven to 160 degrees celsius. Blend banana in food…
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