Michelle Edwards - Adelaide Natural Health & Hormones

10/02/2024

Happy Chinese New Year!

14/05/2023

Happy Mother’s Day

07/03/2023

Dear Friends,
I battled for a long time wondering if I should share this journey with you in such a public space. It came down to the responsibility I feel to share my story for other women who need help.
For 10yrs I’ve struggled with insurmountable fatigue, pain & nausea. Trying to remain a positive person & hide the pain has been a very long road. These last 10yrs have included many tests, doctors visits, scans, etc. A doctor told me it was simply something you deal with as a woman & I gave up entirely, trying to function through the pain. I didn’t find answers until a friend Leslie Mosier helped set me on a path of regaining my life. I decided to undergo surgery for endometriosis. Going in for surgery was scary but I knew I couldn’t live like I was. Every part of my life was getting torn apart because of the pain. To cut a long story short, they found 37 lesions, some very deep & difficult to remove, & a chocolate cyst. Seckin’s first words to me when I was in recovery were, “How did you live with this much pain?” Validation for years of pain is indescribable. My family & friends who have been on this journey with me for 10+ yrs - THANK YOU, for encouraging me to find answers when I thought I’d never climb out. Thank you to the doctors & nurses who believed my pain. I’m on the road to recovery & the gratitude I feel is overwhelming. To those questioning the cancelled plans, unanswered messages & absence - I had been pouring every ounce of the energy I had left into our daughter & family.
Things may look fine on the outside looking in through the window of someone’s life, however, that is not always the case. Please be gentle & pause before asking me (or any woman) when we’ll be having more children. After all that my body has gone through, I feel tremendously grateful that we have our gorgeous daughter. She feels like our family’s miracle.
I’m aware of millions of women struggling with a similar story. There’s stigma around this awful disease. I’m sharing my story for anyone who reads this & is quietly dealing with pain & no answers. Let this be your validation that your pain is real & you deserve help. Keep searching for answers. www.endofound.org

04/04/2021

Michelle & family would like to wish all of our clients a happy, and safe Easter x

31/03/2021

PERIOD PAIN IS NOT NORMAL!

Period pain is one of the most common symptoms of , but depression & digestive issues are also extremely common, and can be as debilitating in and of themselves as the endometriosis.

Common digestive issues can include: bloating, IBS-like symptoms, such as diarrhoea, constipation, increased frequency and urgency, in addition to pain during bowel movements and blood in stools.

As a practitioner highly versed in Endometriosis, Michelle works extensively on improving gut health as part of her treatment protocols for Endo, as experience (an now science!) has shown that improving gut health can have a major impact on improving mood, reducing digestive symptoms, and reducing symptoms of as a result of reducing systemic inflammation.

If you, or someone you love, is experiencing symptoms of Endometriosis, or has been diagnosed with Endo, but is still having difficulties with day to day life, due to pain, mood disturbances etc, book an appointment today, and see how Michelle can be of benefit.

Call to book your appointment on 0414855722 or book online at https://bit.ly/3fneWGP


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Mention depression and gut issues and many women with endometriosis will start nodding furiously. Now, scientists have discovered a genetic link between the three conditions.

29/03/2021

Endometriosis is an insidious disease that can occur in women of all ages, and should not be dismissed just because of age!
If your doctor does not listen to you, and refer you for further investigations, report them to the AMA (medical gaslighting) and seek a second or even third opinion.
For many women with Endo, a multi-disciplinary team approach to disease and pain management can be most effective.
If Endo is affecting your quality of life, make an appointment today to see how Naturopathic support can help you.
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Ella is bleeding today, as she has been every single day since October 13 last year. The 17-year-old has endured years of irregular, heavy and painful periods and there isn't a corner of her life they haven't touched. So why hasn't she been diagnosed with endometriosis?

27/10/2020

As many of you know (and for those who don’t), my dad has been fighting cancer for a number of years, amazing his doctors with his fighting spirit (no complementary medicine used here 😉)

As he enters his final few days, I will be spending the majority of mine time with him, so I ask for your patience if I do not answer phone calls, texts or emails as promptly as I would like.
If you do need herbs or supplements, please be sure to order early in case.

Much love,
Michelle x

That fighti

08/05/2020

🌸 In clinic appointments returning! 🌸

With the drop in case active case numbers & easing of restriction, I now have limited availability for both daytime and after hours appointments.

Please call 0414 855 722 to book your appointment as we are still strictly by appointment only.

24/04/2020

Lest we forget

22/04/2020

We are open for telehealth appointments each evening and Saturday morning.
To book an appointment please call 0414855722

Currently, access to medical services and testing is reserved for those who are unwell, but what if you have questions about how you can best support your own and your family’s health at this time? What if you have other health concerns or you're anxious and stressed?

Consulting with a natural healthcare practitioner at this time gives you access to caring professionals who can provide personalised holistic medicine alongside tailored diet and lifestyle advice. Spread the message amongst your community! 👇

Patients can find their closest practitioner here: https://bit.ly/3ar5Cvw 🌿

16/04/2020

Disorders related to thyroid function are a common issue in women I see in clinic that are struggling to get pregnant or whom are experiencing recurrent & unexplained miscarriage.

A full thyroid panel, including TSH, T4, T3, Antibodies, and rT3 gives you the most accurate picture of your thyroid is functioning, and is one of the many tests I recommend for women who are undergoing preconception care with me.

For more information, or to book an appointment, please call the clinic on 0414 855 722. Telehealth/phone consults only at this time.

16/04/2020

Are you suffering from symptoms of an underactive (hypo) thyroid, but the Doctors say you are ok because you have 'normal' TSH levels?

Nutrient deficiencies can cause the body to not respond properly to Thyroid hormones, DESPITE a normal TSH reading.

A full thyroid panel, including TSH, T4, T3, antibodies, and rT3 gives you the most accurate picture of how your thyroid is functioning. This is one of the many tests I can order for my patients.

For more information, or to book an appointment (telehealth/phone consults only at this time), please call on 0414 855 722.

11/04/2020

From my family to yours.... Happy Easter!

29/02/2020

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬?

Yes!
Yes! And yes again!

Diet can have a major impact on your hormones and reproductive cycle!

𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫: Is important for binding to oestrogen and clearing it from the body. Certain fibers also act as a food source for our microbiome (healthy gut bugs) which are important for maintaining good overall health.
Good sources of fiber include: vegetables, nuts & seeds, legumes, psyllium husks, linseed (flaxseed) meal.

𝐅𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐬 & 𝐯𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬: Contain a variety of vitamins, minerals and phyto-nutrients that help with hormone production and clearance.
Hormone balancing vegetables include cruciferous vegetables, such as cauliflower, broccoli, brussels sprouts and kale support healthy oestrogen metabolism.

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐬: Cholesterol is the underlying steroid hormone needed to produce all of our s*x hormones. Healthy fats from nuts and seeds, & oily fish can help support healthy cholesterol levels, as well as healthy s*x hormone production & balance.

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬: Inflammation has been shown to worsen, and may even encourage disease progression for a number of hormonal and reproductive disorders. Foods that are highly refined and processed tend to be more pro-inflammatory, whilst whole foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts & seeds, tend to be anti-inflammatory.
Certain herbs and spices, such as ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, chamomile (tea) are anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic, which can support healthy hormones and easier menstrual cycles.

𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬: The gut microbiome plays a major role in oestrogen metabolism. Eating a range of fermented foods, such as yoghurt, miso, kefir, sourkraut, kimchi and kombucha can help support a healthy microbiome and healthy oestrogen metabolism.

Don't let period pain or hormonal imbalance affect your life any longer. 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲, and see how I can help you regulate your cycle, reduce your pain and keep yourself on track.

𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐧𝐨𝐰 by calling 𝟎𝟒𝟏𝟒 𝟖𝟓𝟓 𝟕𝟐𝟐 or book online at 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩://𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐲𝐮𝐫𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦/𝐭𝐪𝐟𝐛𝐝𝐤𝟒

𝘐𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘩 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴 (𝘣𝘺 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵).

21/02/2020

𝟕 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲!

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Do you gain weight easily, especially around the midsection? Do you always feel hungry? Are you always tired? Listen up.

24/12/2019

𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐦

Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid, is when the thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormone than the body needs.

As with an underactive thyroid, overactive thyroid affects women around 8-10 times more frequently than men.

Common causes of an overactive thyroid (Hyperthyroidism) include Graves Disease (an auto-immune disorder where the immune system attacks the thyroid causing it to make too much thyroid hormone), and overactive thyroid nodules.
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Natural medicines, including nutrition & Herbal medicines, can help support healthy thyroid function, instead of, or in conjunction with, thyroid hormone treatment, or other therapies.
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𝘐𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘺𝘳𝘰𝘪𝘥 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦, 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦.⁣
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𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 at: http://tinyurl.com/tsqje3v⁣
𝐎𝐫 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞: 0414 855 722

16/12/2019

𝐓𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧⁣
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Menopause is the permanent cessation of the menstrual cycle — officially recognized after a year of no menstrual cycles. It’s a normal physiological process as women age. ⁣
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When women reach their 50s, the ovarian reserve (number of eggs remaining in the ovaries) typically becomes low. This leads to low estrogen levels, further restricting ovarian follicle growth,and affects many aspects of wellbeing.⁣
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The menopausal transition starts with menstrual cycles becoming longer. This changes the entire hormonal balance in the body, including the thyroid hormones. The thyroid becomes less able to produce the same amount of T4 and T3, while rT3 (reverse T3) levels increase. With age, the thyroid gland becomes flatter and has less output power. Less iodine is transported from the bloodstream and as a consequence the thyroid makes less T4. Also, the process of converting T4 to T3 takes longer too. ⁣
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So even if a woman never had any issues with their thyroid gland, they might start experiencing some thyroid-related symptoms in their older age.⁣
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Natural medicines, including nutrition & Herbal medicines, can help support healthy thyroid function, instead of, or in conjunction with, thyroid hormone therapy.⁣
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𝘐𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘺𝘳𝘰𝘪𝘥 𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘱𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘺𝘮𝘱𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦, 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦.⁣
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𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 at:http://tinyurl.com/tsqje3v⁣
𝐎𝐫 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞: 0414 855 722

10/12/2019

𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐦

Hypothyroidism is the most common thyroid disorder, affecting around 10% of women. The prevalence rises with age - up to a quarter of women over the age of 65 years may be affected. Men are also affected, but less frequently.

The most common cause hypothyroidism is the autoimmune condition Hashimoto’s disease.

𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐲𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐦
The symptoms of hypothyroidism can be mild, moderate or severe.

Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include:
fatigue and low energy levels
depression
slow heart rate
unexplained weight gain
intolerance to cold temperatures
fatigued and aching muscles
dry, coarse skin
puffy face
hair loss
constipation
problems with concentration
goitre (enlarged thyroid gland).

Nutritional deficiencies, including insufficient iodine, as well as insufficient selenium, can impact thryoid function.

𝘋𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘺𝘳𝘰𝘪𝘥 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳. 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺.

𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭: http://tinyurl.com/tsqje3v
𝐎𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥: 𝟎𝟒𝟏𝟒 𝟖𝟓𝟓 𝟕𝟐𝟐