Katrina Froome Naturopathy

25/02/2026

Have you ever been told your blood tests are normal - but you still feel exhausted, anxious, or not quite yourself?

Your body works hard to keep blood minerals stable, even when your deeper reserves are depleted.

This is why looking at longer-term mineral patterns can be helpful in understanding the full picture.

10/02/2026

HTMA in Real Life ✨

How I use HTMA in my daily life

HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) isn’t just something I run for clients — it’s something I actively use in my own health journey.

This is my personal HTMA, alongside the supplements I’m currently taking to support mineral balance, detox pathways and my nervous system.

HTMA shows us that health isn’t about one nutrient or one symptom — it’s about patterns, ratios and long-term balance.

Minerals = the foundation

Minerals influence:
• nervous system regulation
• stress resilience
• energy production
• detoxification
• hormone and enzyme activity

When minerals are out of balance, the body compensates — and over time, that compensation shows up as symptoms.

My HTMA reflects a slow metabolic pattern, meaning my system is more sensitive to stress and does best with gentle, consistent support rather than pushing or “forcing” detox.

Heavy metals & cadmium (a personal insight)

One of the key findings in my HTMA was elevated cadmium.

Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that:
• interferes with zinc, iron, copper & manganese
• places stress on the kidneys, bones & nervous system
• can remain stored in tissues for 10–30 years

A personal factor for me is that I was a cigarette smoker in my teenage years.

This is significant because:
🚬 Ci******es are one of the highest sources of cadmium exposure
🚬 Cadmium accumulates in the body over time
🚬 Even past smoking — decades earlier — can still be reflected in HTMA

This is why HTMA is so powerful. It doesn’t just show current habits — it shows what the body is still holding onto and working to clear.

Nervous system support is essential

Mineral imbalances — especially involving magnesium, sodium, potassium and calcium — directly affect the nervous system.

When the nervous system is under strain, this can show up as:
• fatigue or burnout
• poor stress tolerance
• disrupted sleep
• anxiety or emotional reactivity
• feeling overwhelmed by everyday life

Supporting the nervous system is not optional — it’s foundational.
When mineral balance improves, the nervous system settles and resilience returns.

Why I use HTMA (and why I love it)

HTMA allows us to:
✔️ identify hidden mineral stress patterns
✔️ understand toxic metal burden safely
✔️ support detox without overwhelming the body
✔️ rebuild balance at the cellular level

This is exactly how I use HTMA in practice — personalised, targeted and respectful of the body’s pace.

Mineral balance matters.

I see the difference it makes — in my clients and in myself.

If you’ve tried “everything” and still don’t feel like yourself, it may be time to look deeper than standard blood tests.

✨ HTMA gives us that deeper insight.

If you’re curious about your own mineral patterns, HTMA is available through consultations either in person or online.
Hair samples are sent away for analysis, and results take up to 3 weeks to return. From there, we personalise support based on your body, not guesswork.

If this speaks to you, feel free to message me or book via the link.

03/02/2026

✨ New Blog: Low Libido in Women ✨

If your libido has changed and you’ve been told it’s “just stress”, “just hormones”, or “just part of getting older” — you’re not imagining things, and you’re not alone.

Low libido is one of the most common concerns I see in clinic, yet it’s often dismissed or normalised. In reality, changes in desire can reflect much deeper patterns in the body, including hormone balance, mineral status, stress load, nervous system regulation, and overall energy availability.

In my February blog, I explore:
• why libido changes are not random
• the difference between hormones, minerals, and nervous system health
• low and high libido (something rarely talked about)
• how libido can shift across all life stages — not just menopause
• when it’s worth looking a little deeper rather than pushing through

This blog isn’t about quick fixes or doing it all yourself — it’s about understanding what your body may be trying to tell you.

💻 You can read the full blog here:

https://www.katrinafroomenaturopathy.com.au/blogs/news/low-libido-in-women-hormones-mineral-imbalances-what-your-body-is-telling-you

If this resonates, please know support is available — and you don’t need to figure it out alone 💛

If your libido has changed and you’ve been told it’s “just stress”, “just hormones”, or “just part of getting older”, you’re not imagining things — and you’re not alone. Libido changes are often one of the body’s clearest signals that something deeper needs attention. Libido ...

01/02/2026

What my patients don’t always see

When I review a follow up HTMA, I’m not just looking at mineral levels.

I’m looking at:

✅ Trends over time
✅ What the body is letting go of
✅ What systems are still under stress
✅ Whether symptoms match the chemistry

This is why regular HTMA testing matters - not just for reassurance but for accuracy.

Healing changes the body’s needs.

Supplements that were helpful 6 months ago may now be unnecessary, or even unhelpful. Your body may need something else to help support balance.

HTMA helps us stay responsive instead of reactive.

If you’re due for a review, or ready to start your own testing journey, I have availabilities this week and next.

Booking links in my bio

HTMA can be done in person or online

19/01/2026

Last week of school holidays… how are you and your child feeling?

With back-to-school just around the corner (and a long weekend coming up), many families are starting to shift back into routines again — lunches, early mornings, school bags, and busy weeks ahead.

For some children it’s an easy transition, but for others it can bring tummy troubles, sleep changes, emotional ups and downs, or back-to-school anxiety.

You might notice:
✨ increased worry or clinginess
✨ trouble switching off at night
✨ tummy aches, bloating or loose stools
✨ fussy eating or low appetite
✨ eczema flare-ups or recurring sniffles
✨ big emotions or overwhelm

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — these can be signs their nervous system and digestion need a little extra support.

If you’d like gentle naturopathic support for your child, I offer appointments in Springfield Lakes, Highfields (Toowoomba) and online.

💛 Feel free to message me if you have any questions or would like to book.

14/01/2026

Have you noticed that as the new year begins, your body doesn’t always feel as energised or motivated as you hoped?

Many women start January feeling tired, anxious, bloated or hormonally out of balance — not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because their body is still responding to stress from the year that was. This month’s blog explores a gentle way to understand whether your body is running in a fast or slow metabolic pattern — and what that means for your energy, hormones and digestion.

Start 2026 with a clearer understanding of your energy, stress, hormones and digestion as you transition into the new year. Many women find themselves feeling tired, anxious, bloated or “off” after the holidays — not because they lack motivation, but because their bodies are running in either ...

17/12/2025

My December Blog is here to support you with some easy to implement strategies so that you and your family can feel great over the holiday season.

December isn’t the month to push harder — it’s the month to finish softly 🌿If stress flares your gut, sleep or hormones, try these gentle reset tips: protein-first mornings, warm simple meals, a short walk after eating, and one boundary that protects your energy.Your body doesn’t need per...

15/12/2025

03/12/2025

I’ll be taking a little break over the Christmas holidays ❤️🎅🏻

My last clinic day in:-

📍Springfield Lakes is:-
🍒 Wednesday 17th December

📍Highfields:-
🍒 Friday 19th December

💻Online:-
🍒 Saturday 20th December

I’ll be back in clinic, in Springfield Lakes & online, refreshed and ready for 2026 on:-

🫐 Monday 5th January

I’m taking bookings for January if you’re looking to get a head start on your health 🩷

05/11/2025

Meet Khloe my adorable little addition to the family and clinic puppy. Khloe enjoyed her first day in clinic and Lilo was happy to see my patients as well.

03/11/2025

💚 Now Open in Highfields, Toowoomba!

I’m excited to share that my Highfields, Toowoomba clinic is now up and running! 🌸

I’m offering naturopathic consultations, herbal medicine, nutrition and body balance treatments — supporting women and men with digestive health (SIBO, IMO, IBS, IBD), hormonal balance, fatigue, and stress-related conditions.

At this stage, online consultations are the preferred option if you’d like to connect beforehand, and in-person consultations are available on the fourth Friday and Saturday of each month.

If you’re in the Toowoomba region and looking for a compassionate, evidence-based approach to your health, I’d love to welcome you to my new space. 💚

Naturopathic practitioner

29/10/2025

I’m so excited to be presenting at Bx Springfield Lakes tomorrow for my first xCite as MEO! 💚

My talk — “Stay Energised, Not Exhausted: Thriving Through the Silly Season” — is all about helping you head into the holidays feeling vibrant, balanced, and full of energy (not burnout!).

I’ll be sharing simple naturopathic tips to support your adrenals, nervous system, and energy — so you can finish the year strong and start 2026 feeling your best. 🌿

If you’re local to Springfield Lakes, join us tomorrow at 8:00am — I’d love to see some friendly faces in the room!

💫 Curious about how Bx can support your business too?
Reach out to me and I’ll book you in for a FREE breakfast and coffee — come see what this amazing community is all about. ☕✨