Vanessa Goldsmith Naturopath

Vanessa Goldsmith Naturopath Naturopath since 2003. Kinesiologist since 2023. Supporting people on their health journey.

23/03/2026

Globally, things are heavy. Doesn’t mean that’s where you’ve gotta sit!

Movement, joy, connection, commiseration, celebration. Let’s raise the vibe!

Why you shouldn’t supplement randomlyMore isn’t always better when it comes to nutrients. Taking high doses of a single ...
22/03/2026

Why you shouldn’t supplement randomly

More isn’t always better when it comes to nutrients. Taking high doses of a single mineral without understanding your overall balance can sometimes worsen symptoms.

Hair mineral testing allows us to see ratios and patterns, so we can supplement strategically, not aggressively.

If you’d like to book in a HTMA test or find out more about how it can help you, please get in touch.

This is your sign from the Universe that it’s time to book that appointment you keep meaning to! www.vanessagoldsmithnat...
22/03/2026

This is your sign from the Universe that it’s time to book that appointment you keep meaning to!

www.vanessagoldsmithnaturopathy.com.au

Naturopathy - face to face or telehealth
Kinesiology - face to face

If you listen to your body when it whispers, you won’t have to hear it scream!

What can HTMA help with?HTMA can be particularly helpful for people experiencing ongoing symptoms that don’t have clear ...
20/03/2026

What can HTMA help with?

HTMA can be particularly helpful for people experiencing ongoing symptoms that don’t have clear answers, especially when standard blood test appear normal.

It can be helpful for cases such as
* chronic fatigue or burnout
* thyroid related symptoms
* PMS, irregular cycles or perimenopause
* anxiety or feeling wired but tired
* sleep disturbances
* blood sugar instability
* stress related symptoms
* metabolic concerns
* chronic inflammation

Minerals influence hormone balance, stress resilience, metabolism and nervous system regulation, so when they are out of balance, symptoms often follow.

If you’d like to book in a HTMA test or find out more about how it can help you, please get in touch.

If your libido has changed in perimenopause… you’re not broken.You’re responding to a body that’s shifting.✨ Perimenopau...
20/03/2026

If your libido has changed in perimenopause… you’re not broken.

You’re responding to a body that’s shifting.

✨ Perimenopausal Libido Changes

This is one of the most common — and least talked about — parts of this transition.

You might notice:
• Vaginal dryness
• Lower desire
• Feeling emotionally disconnected
• Fluctuating interest depending on the day (or hour)

And it can feel confusing… especially if it’s not how you used to feel.

Here’s what’s actually happening:

Your hormones are no longer steady.

Progesterone (your calming, grounding hormone) starts to decline
Estrogen rises and falls unpredictably
Testosterone — which also plays a role in desire — can shift too

This impacts:
• Blood flow
• Natural lubrication
• Nervous system regulation
• Emotional connection

So it’s not “just in your head”
And it’s not a relationship failure.

It’s physiology.

But here’s the reframe:

This isn’t the end of your libido —
it’s an invitation to relate to it differently.

Slower
More intentional
More connected to your body

Because in this phase, your nervous system matters more than ever.

If you feel safe, relaxed, and present…
Your body is far more likely to respond.

This is where support can be powerful:
• Nourishing your hormones
• Supporting vaginal tissue health
• Regulating your nervous system
• Rebuilding connection (with yourself first)

Handled gently, this phase can actually deepen intimacy — not take it away.

You don’t need to force it.
You need to understand it.

If your cycle suddenly feels unpredictable… you’re not imagining it.Shorter cycles.Longer cycles.Heavy “flooding” bleeds...
20/03/2026

If your cycle suddenly feels unpredictable… you’re not imagining it.

Shorter cycles.
Longer cycles.
Heavy “flooding” bleeds.
Clots.
Skipped months altogether.

This is very common in perimenopause.

Here’s what’s happening (in simple terms):

Ovulation becomes less consistent →
Progesterone (your calming, balancing hormone) starts to drop →
Estrogen fluctuates up and down.

And those shifts can directly affect your bleed.

That’s why you might notice:
• Heavier periods some months
• Lighter or missing periods others
• More intense symptoms than you’re used to

It can feel unsettling — especially if you’ve always had a “regular” cycle.

But this isn’t your body breaking…
It’s your body transitioning.

The key is not to ignore it — and not to panic either.

Support your body with:
• Nourishment (especially iron, minerals, protein)
• Nervous system regulation
• Gentle hormone support
• Listening instead of pushing through

Your cycle changing is information.

And when you understand it… it becomes a lot less scary!

In HTMA, results aren’t meant to be taken at face value. A mineral showing up as high or low does not always mean your b...
19/03/2026

In HTMA, results aren’t meant to be taken at face value. A mineral showing up as high or low does not always mean your body has too much or too little of that mineral, or that you need to supplement or avoid it.

Sometimes a mineral appears high because your body isn’t able to use it properly and is pushing it out, and sometime a low result reflects difficulty absorbing or retaining that mineral rather than true deficiency. For this reason, HTMA results are always looked at as patterns and relationships, not individual numbers.

If you’d like to book in a HTMA test or find out more about how it can help you, please get in touch.

If your digestion suddenly feels… offYou’re not imagining it.Bloating.Constipation.New food intolerances.These are incre...
19/03/2026

If your digestion suddenly feels… off
You’re not imagining it.

Bloating.
Constipation.
New food intolerances.

These are incredibly common in perimenopause — and your hormones are a big part of the story.

Here’s what’s happening:

As estrogen fluctuates, it directly impacts the gut:
• Slower motility → hello constipation
• Changes in gut bacteria → bloating + sensitivity
• Increased inflammation → reactive digestion

But here’s the part most people don’t realise…

Your gut is responsible for clearing excess estrogen.

If your digestion is sluggish or your microbiome is out of balance, estrogen can be reabsorbed instead of eliminated — contributing to:
• Hormonal symptoms
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Mood swings

This is why gut health becomes non-negotiable in perimenopause.

The beautiful reframe?

This isn’t your body “breaking down” —
it’s your body asking for support.

This is where naturopathy shines ✨

Instead of masking symptoms, we look at:
• Supporting gut motility
• Rebalancing the microbiome
• Reducing inflammation
• Enhancing natural detox pathways

Simple shifts can make a big difference:
• Prioritising fibre + whole foods
• Supporting your liver + gut connection
• Eating in a way that stabilises blood sugar
• Slowing down to regulate your nervous system

Because when your gut is supported…
your hormones feel it too.

If your body feels different lately — listen.
It’s not random. It’s communication.

And you don’t have to navigate it alone 🤍

WHAT CAN HTMA ACTUALLY TELL US?Hair mineral testing gives us a longer term picture (around 2-3 months) of how your body ...
16/03/2026

WHAT CAN HTMA ACTUALLY TELL US?

Hair mineral testing gives us a longer term picture (around 2-3 months) of how your body is handling key minerals. Unlike blood tests, which show what’s circulating right now, this test reflects what your tissues have been storing and regulating over time.

It can give insight into:
* your stress response patterns
* energy production and metabolic rate
* thyroid hormone activity at a metabolic rate
* nervous system balance (wired vs depleted)
* mineral imbalances that may be driving symptoms

If you’d like to book in a HTMA test or find out more about how it can help you, please get in touch.

16/03/2026

Mick filled his car up today. It cost him $174! What the actual f**k?! He works in Wahgunyah too so a tank barely lasts a week! The thieving bastards are taking us all for a ride and the ACCC is twiddling their thumbs! 😤

So, I thought I’d remind you that you don’t have to put supporting your health on hold. I have a couple of options to make coming to see my easier (in regards to consult costs).

And remember, naturopathy can be done via Telehealth from the comfort of your home (in your PJs if you want)!

Reach out if you want to know more.

Weight Gain in Perimenopause (It’s Not Just About Willpower)If your body suddenly feels different…If the weight seems to...
15/03/2026

Weight Gain in Perimenopause (It’s Not Just About Willpower)

If your body suddenly feels different…
If the weight seems to settle around your middle…
If the things that used to “work” no longer do…

You’re not imagining it.
Perimenopause changes the way your body manages energy.

Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes.

1. Insulin Sensitivity Shifts

During perimenopause, fluctuating estrogen can affect how sensitive your cells are to insulin.

This means your body may:
• Store glucose more easily as fat
• Experience more blood sugar highs and lows
• Feel stronger sugar or carb cravings

Stable blood sugar becomes much more important during this stage.

2. Muscle Mass Naturally Changes

From our late 30s onward, muscle mass gradually declines.

Muscle is metabolically active tissue — it helps burn energy and stabilise blood sugar.

When muscle mass decreases:
• Metabolism slows slightly
• Fat storage becomes easier
• Strength and recovery change

This is why strength-based movement becomes more important than endless cardio.

3. Stress Hormones Play a Bigger Role

Perimenopause also makes the nervous system more sensitive to stress.

When cortisol (our stress hormone) stays elevated:
• Fat storage increases — especially around the abdomen
• Blood sugar becomes less stable
• The body prioritises survival over fat burning

Pushing harder with intense exercise or constant dieting can sometimes make this worse.

4. Inflammation Can Increase

Hormonal fluctuations can increase low-grade inflammation in the body.

Inflammation can:
• Disrupt metabolic signalling
• Increase fluid retention
• Make weight loss feel much harder

This is why supporting the body — rather than fighting it — becomes so important.

The Most Important Thing to Understand

Weight gain in perimenopause is not a failure.

It’s often a signal from the body that the strategy needs to change.

More support.
More regulation.
More nourishment.

Less punishment.

When we work with the body instead of against it, things start to shift again.

—

If your body feels different lately, you’re not alone.
And there are ways to support it through this transition. 🌿

I have some Saturday appointments available this week! Be quick as these fill fast!Wednesday 18th 3pmFriday 20th 10amSat...
15/03/2026

I have some Saturday appointments available this week! Be quick as these fill fast!

Wednesday 18th 3pm
Friday 20th 10am
Saturday 21st 9am 11am

Naturopathy (face to face or online)
Kinesiology (face to face)

www.vanessagoldsmithnaturopathy.com.au

Address

2/594 Hovell Street
Albury, NSW
2640

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+61415193535

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