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Insulin Resistance: Symptoms, Causes, Testing and How To Reduce It
We see many patients in clinic with symptoms of low insulin sensitivity so we thought it would be timely to take a look at Insulin and more specifically, insulin resistance. Many people have heard the term but are not always clear on what it actually means, how it affects the body or why it can…
Read MoreHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Is Not The Enemy
For the right woman, at the right time, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can be life-changing. It can improve sleep, reduce hot flushes, stabilise mood, protect bone density, and support cognitive health. I’m not against it. But here’s the nuance most women are never told: Taking hormones is one thing.Metabolising them well is another. Why Hormone…
Read More7 Root Causes Of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is showing up more and more in health conversations, often because people are experiencing confusing, whole body symptoms that seem to flare without a clear pattern. One day it is hives and flushing, the next it is gut pain, headaches, dizziness, breathlessness, or sudden fatigue. For some people, reactions can…
Read MoreGLP-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 MoreAvoiding End Of Year Burnout In Quarter 4
As we enter the final quarter of the year, the pressure to wrap up projects, meet deadlines, and prepare for the holidays, can feel overwhelming. End-of-year burnout is real, motivation and inspiration decline, exhaustion creeps in, and stress levels rise higher and higher. But with a few intentional strategies, you can recharge, stay focused, and…
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…
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