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How many people have been told if they have osteopenia or osteoporosis to take a calcium supplement? While our bones are...
30/06/2025

How many people have been told if they have osteopenia or osteoporosis to take a calcium supplement? While our bones are predominately calcium, they contain many other minerals, and it is the combination of these that form healthy bones! Also calcium supplements (especially calcium carbonate) have the ability to increase arterial calcification and increase risk of heart attacks!

When I see patients with either low calcium in blood (when testing for parathyroid panel); or have been told they have decreased bone density (from a DEXA) scan, I’m looking at whole picture- and everytime as soon as I ask them about their gut? They complain about constipation, diarrhoea, pain bloating and farting, and they don’t tolerate dairy!

So take home message if you have been told you need calcium/ decreased bone density/ osteopenia:
—> do resistance training/ weight exercises
—> eat your calcium (and choose non-dairy forms if you have gut issues)
—> supplement D3 + K2 (which brings the calcium from your arteries back to your bone)
—> supplement with creatine (support the formation of blastocysts and regeneration of bone)

And most importantly, treat the gut👌







Resistant starch is a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and instead ferments in the lar...
23/06/2025

Resistant starch is a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and instead ferments in the large intestine, where it acts more like fibre than a regular starch.

Unlike regular starch (which is broken down into glucose), resistant starch is not fully digested.

It reaches the colon intact, where it’s fermented by beneficial gut bacteria.
This fermentation produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), especially butyrate, which supports colon health amongst many other actions on the body.





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Resistant starch is a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and instead ferments in the lar...
23/06/2025

Resistant starch is a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and instead ferments in the large intestine, where it acts more like fibre than a regular starch.

Unlike regular starch (which is broken down into glucose), resistant starch is not fully digested.

It reaches the colon intact, where it’s fermented by beneficial gut bacteria.
This fermentation produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), especially butyrate, which supports colon health amongst many other actions on the body.





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Creatine- once only thought of something that body builders take has been proven for so much more! Creatine plays a cruc...
17/02/2025

Creatine- once only thought of something that body builders take has been proven for so much more!

Creatine plays a crucial role in energy production, made by Arginine, Glycine and Methionine from the kidneys, travelling into the liver to use SAMe to make Creatine! It is then transported to many cells in the body, including the heart, brain, bone and muscles making it a very versatile and relevant amino acid.

Higher intake of creatine is needed with individuals who have:
—> MTHFR gene mutation
—> Increase exercise demands
—> Excessive digital device use with EMF exposure
—> Poor liver function
—> Poor kidney function
—> Increased toxic load
--> Increased stress

If you want to understand your nutrition needs for your lifestyle, life stage, condition or longevity, book a consultation at:

www.goodnessgraciousnutrition.com.au





Just here, reminding you that neurological conditions can almost always be supported with correct nutrition and nutraceu...
02/08/2024

Just here, reminding you that neurological conditions can almost always be supported with correct nutrition and nutraceuticals.

B6 has roles in the nervous system, brain, gut, liver and energy production so it’s no wonder we see these symptoms come up.

If you would like to understand more about your child’s tendency’s and what information functional testing can provide you, visit

www.goodnessgraciousnutrition.com.au

Complimentary Clarity Calls allow you to explain your situation and understand how nutrition and functional medicine can be your solution (without nasty side effects of pharmaceutical medication).


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This is a great reminder of how we can easily get anti-viral herbs/foods in our diet to reduce the SEVERITY AND LONGEVIT...
13/06/2024

This is a great reminder of how we can easily get anti-viral herbs/foods in our diet to reduce the SEVERITY AND LONGEVITY.

Note: you will never completely stop bacteria or viruses entering your body, however living well/ supporting your bodies needs will allow your body to effective eradicate the pathogen with less nasty symptoms.

Furthermore, I use concentrated herbal formulas to eradicate long term low grade viral pathogens that come up in GI map tests ( Epstein-bar virus/glandular fever + Adenovirus 40/41- I’m looking at you 👀)

How do you add herbs to your everyday life?








I feel like this barely touches the surface, but this seems to keep coming up in clinic as of late. Few keys points: #1...
17/05/2024

I feel like this barely touches the surface, but this seems to keep coming up in clinic as of late.

Few keys points:
#1 Alcohol slows the process of histamine metabolism (could even go as far as say inhibits it!) so if you have any of the symptoms listed, almost always your symptoms will reduce immensely by ditching the boozes.

#2 On my ban wagon again about the gut but if you have any dysbiosis or leaky gut, histamine production will be compromised as the enzymes DAO lies in the epithelial lining if your gut!

# Endometriosis or adnenomyosis significantly increases mast cell activation- the primary source of histamine. Thus reducing histamine- will reduce the severity of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis!
















Tyrosine is an amino acid, used by cells to synthesise proteins. It is this synthesis that carries out many actions. Tyr...
05/04/2024

Tyrosine is an amino acid, used by cells to synthesise proteins. It is this synthesis that carries out many actions. Tyrosine is a precursor to:
—> Thyroid hormones
—> Adrenal function
—> Production of dopamine/ noradrelenaline
—> Production of melanin (sleep hormone)
—> Production of CoQ10 (energy production)
—>Production of neurotransmitters
—> Blood pressure moduator

Tyrosine can actually be made in the gut by lactobillius and bidifobacteria strains, and it’s often an over use of antibiotic therapy coupled with a restricted diet that reduces tyrosine production + its availability to the peripheral cells.

In practise I’m looking at a tyrosine deficiency if the patient has:

—> Diagnosed ADHD
—> Diagnosed Parkinson’s disease (due to the drop in dopamine to the basal ganglia)
—> Thyroid disorders/ auto-immune conditions
—> Low commensal bacteria (shown on a GI Map test)
—> Adrenal fatigue
—> Brain fog + depression
—>Hypertension + hypotension
—> Alcohol/smoking/drug withdrawal
—> Low libido
—> Issues with appetite control
—> Phenylketonuria
—> Alzheimers

A tell tail sign of ADHD/ Hypothyroidism /adrenal fatigue/ adrenal exhaustion is a patient waking ‘unrefreshed’ or ‘groggy’ and often supplementing with Tyrosine will support thyroid and dopamine production, thus alleviating these symptoms!

Can you tell it’s one of my favourite amino acids yet?












A1 casein is a protein in cows milk and cows milk products that has been shown to be inflammatory on the body. A1 cows m...
02/04/2024

A1 casein is a protein in cows milk and cows milk products that has been shown to be inflammatory on the body. A1 cows milk can be addictive due to the molecule ‘β casomorphin 7’ within cows milk products (as the name suggests is a morphine like opioid molecule).

Consumption of milk containing A1 β-casein is associated with increased gastrointestinal inflammation, delayed transit (constipation), and decreased cognitive processing speed and accuracy.
A1 Caesin is a potential trigger for with:
—> Type 1 diabetes
—> Coronary heart disease
—> Endometriosis
—> Gut related conditions + lactose intolerance
—> Autism
—> Acne
—> Eczema
—> Upper respiratory infections
—> Allergies
—> PMS (mood swings + painful menstruation, heavy bleeding)

Many don’t realise the impact it has on their health until removing A1 Casein.

Fun Facts:
ONE: If you feel better on a vegan diet, it might just be the fact you are avoiding dairy

TWO: A clinical sign you may be intolerant to A1 casein= you had many upper respiratory infections as a child
























Poor gluten seems to get a bad rap with many people willingly cutting out big food groups to avoid gluten. While there i...
21/02/2024

Poor gluten seems to get a bad rap with many people willingly cutting out big food groups to avoid gluten. While there is some merit in avoiding gluten and its role on inflammation in the body, often it’s not the gluten itself; but its non-bioavailable form that creates the issues.

Australia is a little behind in the world as we still allow the use of glyphosates (a toxic herb used uses to kill off bugs and extend the life of the wheat) which is major contributing factor. The other is the amount of fermentation that occurs in wheat base products. Sourdough, wood-fired pizza bases, and even artisan pastas have been proofed or let rest for 10-24 hours, effectively breaking down the gluten properties in the wheat into a bioavailable form. This is why people will often say, ‘I’m fine with sourdough but sandwich bread makes me bloat’.

In clinic I’m only suggesting a gluten free diet if they have diagnosed:
—> Coeliac disease
—> Auto-immune conditions (especially Hashimoto’s, Crohn’s, Colitis, or Endometriosis)
—> Intestinal permeability
—> Clear IBS symptoms after consumption of wheat (but only until we diagnose and treat)

Eating foods that are naturally gluten free is the best way to consume a gluten free diet.

















Polyphenols are a group of phenols; classified on the basis of the number of phenol rings that they contain and of the s...
24/01/2024

Polyphenols are a group of phenols; classified on the basis of the number of phenol rings that they contain and of the structural elements that bind these rings to one another. They are broadly divided in four classes; phenolic acids, flavonoids, stilbenes and lignans.

Polyphenols are mostly known for their role in oxidative stress and provide extremely effective anti-inflammatory properties.

Polyphenols are also known to be:
- Anti-viral
- Anti-bacterial
- Reduces cardiovascular disease (namely reducing LDL levels)
- Anti-carcinogenic
- Detoxifier
- Hormone regulator
- Brain function booster

Put simply; the greater the colour the fruit/vegetable/ plant/nut/legume is; the higher the polyphenol content.

On a GI map test, we can see clearly if you are Polyphenols deficit through the marker ‘Akkermansia Muciniphila’ within our commensal bacteria’s.

Akkermansia Muciniphila (AM) is a ‘good bacteria’ strain that is a mucus degrader which helps promote a healthy gut lining and fights against pathogens. AM feed off Polyphenols.

Take home message: eat more colourful fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds (hello fibre!)

If you want to know more about how your health stacks up? Book a consultation today at:

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Our thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate, growth and development. Traditionally we th...
13/12/2023

Our thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate, growth and development.

Traditionally we thought it started with the hypothalamus producing thyrotropin -releasing hormone (TRH) which stimulates the thyroid to produce Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) which then produces T3 and T4 hormones to almost every cell of the body. T3 and T4 act as information messengers which are signalled back to the thyroid to either produce less TSH (in a state of arousal) or more TSH (for a state of rest).

But what if thyroid function was a negative feedback system to start with? Providing information at a cellular level back to the motherboard to adjust accordingly?

This is why just testing TSH isn’t enough to get a clear picture of how your thyroid is working. We also know that the general reference range of many labs is too vague and needs to be updated.

How many people has gone to their doctors fatigue, hair loss, cold intolerance, constipation, irritability, memory loss etc- to only be told that your TSH is fine and send you on your way?

Treating for thyroid dysfunction has a wonderful flow on effect, to our gut, liver, adrenals and reproductive system.

A clinical nutritionist has the capacity to test extensively for thyroid function, ultimately getting to the root cause of your system picture.




















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