Melisa Byrne Naturopath

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Melisa Byrne Naturopath

I help women in midlife reset their metabolism so they release weight and have more energy to live an incredible life

25/07/2025

Yoga has been my anchor for the last 10 years.

It has taught me to bend, so I don't break when I've had challenges 🕉

And it took me a while to realise that it's not about how deep you get into the poses (asana's) as it is about conection to self ❤️

Before going on leave, a beautiful lady, Jill, came in for a consultation.

Her one health goal is to lose weight.

I asked her why, first she said "because I'll feel better about myself" but then I reframed my question and she then said " I just want to be able to do yoga again" 🧘‍♀️

And, yoga also teaches non-judgement.

To which, I answered Jill, but yoga is for every body ❤️🩷🧡💚

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23/07/2025

Tea is one of my favourite winter rituals.⁣
Not just for comfort, but for hydration and healing too.⁣
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In midlife, many women unknowingly become mildly dehydrated, especially in cooler weather when we’re less inclined to drink water. Yet hydration is essential, for energy, digestion, metabolism and hormone balance.⁣
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Herbal teas offer a gentle way to increase your fluid intake while supporting your body with plant medicine.⁣
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🌿 Nettle for minerals and gentle detoxification
🌿 Peppermint for digestion
🌿 Lemon balm or chamomile for the nervous system
🌿 Licorice root (if suitable for you) for adrenal support

So, if you’re sitting down with a warm cup today, consider it a beautiful act of nourishment.⁣
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And if you’re unsure which herbs would be most supportive for your body right now, I'd be happy to guide you.⁣
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22/07/2025

I love this quote.
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It speaks so beautifully to what I witness every day, in myself, and in the women I support.⁣
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Yes, your body changes in midlife. Hormones shift. Energy may feel more fragile. Weight behaves differently. But it’s not all loss.⁣
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There’s also a deepening. A strength. A presence that comes when you stop fighting your body and start listening to it.⁣
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That’s why I do what I do, to help you support your body as it is now, not as it used to be.

Through nutrition, herbal medicine, and individualised care, we work with your hormones and metabolism so you can feel more balanced, more energised, more *you.*⁣
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Midlife doesn’t need to be a struggle.⁣
It can be a beautiful shift, if you’re supported the right way.⁣
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14/07/2025

For too long, women have been taught that midlife is something to endure. That symptoms like exhaustion, weight gain, or feeling “not yourself” are just part of the territory.

But that’s not the story I see in clinic.⁣

When we understand how hormones shift in perimenopause, and how that affects metabolism, energy, sleep, mood, we can work with your body, not against it.

It’s not about anti-ageing. It’s about ageing well.
With the right support, midlife can be your most empowered chapter yet.⁣

07/07/2025

When you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause, the progress isn’t always linear.

Some days you’ll feel strong. Other days you’ll feel flat.⁣

But that doesn’t mean nothing is working.⁣

Every improvement in blood glucose stability, gut health, or sleep, every moment you choose nourishment over punishment, counts.⁣

I’ve seen the profound ripple effect of small, consistent actions: how better nutrition improves mood, how balancing blood sugar lifts energy, how individualised care brings clarity when everything feels foggy.

You’re not behind. You’re building something lasting.⁣

One win at a time.⁣

03/07/2025

Most people know I work closely with women thrive in peri & menopause, but did you know I also support clients navigating autoimmune conditions?

Autoimmune diseases including Hashimoto's, Graves Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Psoriatic Arthritis (there are over 80 auto-immune diseases) often begin during the transition. Progesterone is anti-inflammatory and the reduction of it in your 40's can impact the immune system (with other factors).

With each client, I take a comprehensive, individualised approach, addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms. In our work together, we explore:

🌿 Nutrition strategies to reduce inflammation and support gut integrity
🌿 Personalised nutrition & herbal medicine to modulate immune activity
🌿 Functional testing (where appropriate) to better understand what’s driving your symptoms
🌿 Education so you feel informed, empowered, and no longer at the mercy of flares or fatigue.

Whatever symptoms you are experiencing, naturopathy can play a key role in restoring your health and quality of life.

You’re not alone, and there are ways to support your body gently, naturally, and effectively.

Visit the link in bio to learn more or send me a message if you’d like to chat about whether this support is right for you 🍏🍎

01/07/2025

My own journey through menopause wasn't smooth sailing...

And there were symptoms I experienced which I never expected, which I wish I knew before I was in my 40s, even as a naturopath.

Such as...

💠 how irregular my cycle would become and the change in the flow (heavy).

💠 why my mood became less even. In fact, I felt sad at times for no reason.

💠 Why I began to experience worse PMS

These things weren't being talked about 10 years ago, and my own mum was quiet on the topic.

It was fortunate that I knew how I could support myself with herbs with anthaemorrhagic actions and help with my iron levels so I could transition with more ease.

And, what I want you to know is that it is a time in which your body and hormones needs more support - especially if you are struggling as I did with these symptoms.

If this resonated with you know someone who is experiencing this, then reach out. I'd love to help.

30/06/2025

Perimenopause doesn’t always arrive with a big announcement.⁣
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Sometimes it’s the 3am wide-awake moments.⁣
Or feeling exhausted but still reorganising the pantry.⁣
Or crying at a random TV ad (yes, even the dog food one).⁣
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These changes might feel odd, out of character, or even a bit unsettling.⁣
But you’re not imagining it.⁣
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Your hormones are shifting, and that affects everything from sleep and mood to digestion and memory.⁣
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The good news? You don’t have to navigate it alone.⁣
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This is where personalised care makes all the difference. With the right support, you can feel calm, balanced, and more like you again.⁣
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If any of this felt familiar, send me a message. I’d love to help you make sense of it all, naturally and in a way that works for you.⁣
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25/06/2025

From around age 45, we begin to lose bone density and muscle mass more rapidly, especially as oestrogen declines.

And the signs are usually subtle:
🦴 Feeling achier or more fragile
😴 Energy that dips more than it used to
💪 A noticeable decrease in physical strength

Supporting your bones and metabolism at this stage is key.

This includes protein, vitamin D, magnesium, calcium, strength training, and often a bit more rest.

I help women navigate this stage with clarity and science-backed care.

Would you like to chat? Reach out today.

24/06/2025

For many, it’s not just about hot flushes, it’s energy that’s gone missing, weight that’s harder to shift, and a body that doesn’t respond like it used to.

I see this all the time in clinic.
And it’s not because you’re doing something wrong.

It’s because your hormones and metabolism are changing, and that affects everything.

This is where a personalised, science-led approach like the Metabolic Balance Program can make all the difference.

🧪 Based on your blood results.
🥗 Focused on real food.
🔄 Designed to restore balance to insulin and energy pathways.

The goal isn’t just weight loss. It’s better sleep, clearer thinking, and waking up with more energy.

If this stage of life has felt more like a struggle than a transition, you're not alone.

I’d be happy to chat with you about what’s going on and whether Metabolic Balance might help.

23/06/2025

Experiencing mood swings, fatigue, or irregular cycles?

These symptoms often indicate hormonal imbalances, common during various life stages.

I offer personalised naturopathic care to address conditions like PMS, PCOS, endometriosis, and menopausal symptoms.
Through nutritional guidance, herbal support, and lifestyle adjustments, we aim to restore balance and vitality.

Understanding your unique needs is the first step.
Together, we can develop a plan that supports your well-being.

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Golden Grove, SA

Website

http://www.melisabyrnenaturopath.com.au/

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My mission is....

To help as many people as I can to restore their health and wellness.

In an initial consultation (1 hour) I collect information about your current health complaint/s, medical history, review of systems and clinical examinations. You may be referred for blood pathology testing to assist in treatment assessment. Although symptoms are addressed you will be educated on relevant dietary, lifestyle changes required to manage the underlying causes. Herbal medicines and nutritional supplementation may be prescribed as part of your treatment.

The number of follow up appointments required will depend on how you have had the symptoms/disease for and the response to treatment. Follow up consultations are 30 minutes.

I have a special interest in digestive health, weight management, hormone imbalances, anxiety, adrenal fatigue and autoimmune conditions. I am a certified Metabolic Metabolic Balance® Practitioner, which is a scientific weight management program which offers an individualised plan based on your unique chemistry. I love it as it is based on whole foods and works.