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Kiera Hinshaw Naturopath

I help women just like you to find energy, reduce stress, and avoid burnout.

11/08/2025

Feeling mentally drained or just needing a little extra clarity on long workdays? I know that is definitely me some days!

Creatine isn’t just for weightlifters,—it’s amazing for women and even kids dealing with mental fatigue.

Think of it as brain food, helping your cells produce energy more efficiently. It's easy to add a gentle, stomach-friendly creatine powder to your coffee. It's tasteless, remarkably affordable, and easy to use daily.

What I've noticed from personally using creating is less brain fog and a much-needed pick-me-up on those long, demanding days. No energy crashes, just smoother focus and resilience.

If you're interested in giving it a go I can help you pick a gentle, high-quality creatine that fits your routine—whether it mixes into your morning coffee or gets tucked into smoothies.

Send me a DM if you'd like to know more,

Kiera

07/08/2025

Can your child swallow capsules?

It's definitely a tricky one, which is why it's important that we teach our kids how to do it.

An easy way to do this is to get your child to type into youtube
'Paediatrician teach kids how to swallow capsules', and then watch the videos with them.

We did this with my kids and used smarties as the capsule to begin with. When they had successfully swallowed 3 smarties and a zinc capsule, I allowed them to have the small packet of smarties as the reward.

If your kids can swallow capsules successfully, drop your tips in the comments below.

05/08/2025

This weeks this or that is White Bread.

We have wonder white, and Woolworths 35hour sourdough white loaf.

Both breads have some added vitamins, which can be a little hard to digest depending on the quality of the vitamins and your body.

However the clear winner this week is the Woolworths sourdough loaf.

It has only 1 emulsifier that is not fabulous, as compared to the Wonder White loaf which has several highlighted ingredients that are known to cause issues. Wonder White also contains canola oil and starches/gums, which are notoriously difficult to digest and can cause sore tummies and other digestive issues, along with a lot of inflammation.

So if you are looking for a better white bread for lunches, or weekend breakfasts, go with Woolworths 35hour sourdough. It will be a lot easier on your digestive tract, and way less inflammatory overall.

01/08/2025

Can you bring up your iron levels fast without an infusion?

You can! I have been using a new technique in clinic to help people bring up their iron levels to match that of an iron infusion within approximately a month.

To do this I use a low dose micronized iron chew for rapid absorption, paired with an iron capsule that’s gentle on the stomach. The combination of these two together has worked really well for my patients with low iron levels.

This technique is also very helpful for children with low iron.

If you've got questions about this, please send me a DM or drop your questions in the comments below.

01/08/2025

Not all collagen powders are the same!

This goes for both the quality and the nutrient level. If you are using collagen to boost your protein, you really need to check the protein level per serve.

Our aim for protein for a female is to have at least 20grams protein before 10am.

I’ve recently seen some collagen supplements that have only 5gm protein per serve, which would leave you hungry and under nourished if collagen was your main protein source in the morning.

It is always best to have your supplements reviewed by your naturopath to make sure they meet your bodies needs and nutrient requirements. If you'd like a full supplement review done, please bring this up at your next consultation with me,

Kiera

29/07/2025

This testimonial touched my heart, and is the reason why I do what I do. Changing lives for the better, helping families to live in health and wellness, makes my work as a Naturopath so worthwhile.

'We took our three year old to see Kiera after struggling with behavioural & sensory issues. Our girl struggled to eat food, sit still & had serious sensory issues. She also seemed like she was always feelings things at 100%, she would have angry outbursts & struggled with her emotions, more so than a typical child.

After seeing Kiera, she immediately noticed some visible signs of vitamin deficiencies & guided us through helping her work on these deficiencies through supplements. She engaged so well with our little one, speaking to her & teaching her about taking the supplements to feel better.

Once we started, we noticed an immediate change. Our girl slowly started showing signs of improvement! After a month, she had overcome all her sensory issues, she is no longer afraid of loud noises. She has started eating SO much food. She is a different child.

We no longer have the daily struggles of getting her to eat and the massive meltdowns that were happening multiple times a day, sometimes with violence are gone. Seeing Kiera has without a doubt changed her little life, and in turn ours. We are so grateful!'

25/07/2025

Alright guys, we need to have a chat!

If you've been on tik tok lately, you have most likely seen all of the posts about parasite cleanses. Which means you've probably also seen the images and people talking about how they 'saw' huge parasites coming out of them.

My beef is this:

YOU CAN'T SEE PARASITES!!!

As in my picture here, they are microscopic. Teeny, tiny little things that the human eye can't see. (Worms are different, you can see them).

When you do a 'tik tok parasite cleanse' you are seeing what is called Mucoid Plaque. This is a build up of gunk that sticks to the walls of your intestine, and comes out when you ingest certain substances.

The moral of this story is 2 fold:

1. Don't do tik tok parasite cleanses - please always do this kind of thing with the guidance of a qualified practitioner. They are simply not safe otherwise, and can truly cause way more harm than good.

2. Always test your gut microbiome to see if you have parasites BEFORE doing a cleanse. If there is nothing to get rid of, you can do serious damage that can take a long time to repair.

Got questions? Drop them below!

24/07/2025

This or That - the Almond Milk Edition.

So Good Almond Milk is a popular option in the supermarket, but it shouldn't be.

Have a look at the ingredient list and you will see:

Sugar as the second ingredient
Almonds at only 2.5% of the product
Emulsifiers, added flavours, vegetable gums and added lab made vitamins

The Pure Harvest organic Almond Milk by contrast has only 5 ingredients and no nasty additives. It's also 7% almonds, making it more nutritious and creamy from actual nuts, as it should be.

Next time you buy Almond milk, go for the Pure Harvest Brand!

22/07/2025

Our healthy Anzacs.

These biccies were part of the big cook up we did for back-to-school lunches. I think you will love them just as much as we do!

Ingredients

100 g of butter

¼ cup (85 g) of honey

1 tsp of bicarbonate of soda

30 g of sugar

½ cup (60 g) of GF flour

½ cup (50 g) of desiccated coconut

1¼ cup (115 g) of rolled oats

½ cup (70 g) of pepita seeds

¼ cup (30 g) of sesame seeds

1 tsp of ground cinnamon

Method

Pre-heat the oven to 180℃/350°F (fan forced) and line a large biscuit tray with baking paper.

In a large pot, gently heat the butter and honey until melted. Remove from the heat. Add the bicarbonate of soda and mix very well.

Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and mix until well combined. The mixture should feel wet and sticky but presses together. If it feels a bit dry, add a tiny bit of water to bring them together.

With wet hands squeeze the mixture into approximately golf sized balls, press between your palms to flatten slightly and place well apart on the baking tray (they spread).

Bake until golden (approximately 10-20 minutes).

15/07/2025

Bulk Lasagna Cook up!

School holidays have either come to an end or will be shortly depending on where you live. That means only 1 thing in our house.

A bulk cook up!

This is our family's favourite lasagna, with 5kg of mince and a large amount of veg and lentils.

This made 3 large trays of lasagna, with 10 serves per tray. It's enough to get us through lasagna nights all term.

We also made anzac cookies and chocolate zucchini cake, but those are for another post. I may or may not have needed a nap after this big cook up day, what do you think?

13/07/2025

Why Iron Matters for Your Immune System

Ever wonder why iron is more than just about energy? It plays a starring role in keeping your immune system strong too.

It provides Fuel for immune cells: White blood cells like T cells and B cells need iron to generate energy and do their job properly. Without enough, your immune response can be reduced.

Supports first-line defence: Iron is essential for neutrophils and macrophages—the frontline fighters that help control infections early on.

It boosts immune memory: Without adequate iron, your body’s ability to remember and respond to infections weakens over time.

If you're feeling unusually fatigued or prone to frequent infections, low iron might be part of the picture. A simple iron studies blood test can provide clarity, and tailored iron support can make a big difference.

Book in via my website today if you're suspecting iron might be an issue for you, and let's get you sorted!

13/07/2025

Amazing school holidays! Traveling North Queensland!

Paronella park 🙌🙌amazing! Such a beautiful story!
Mission beach, Port Douglas and Atherton tablelands! Crystal caves the kids favourite part of the trip!

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Shop 1/70 Main Street
Proserpine, QLD
4802

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.kierahinshawnaturopath.com.au/

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