Herbs on the Hill

29/01/2026

Back to school this week can bring all sorts of things: excitement, big emotions, busy mornings, changes to routine, and suddenly a lot less time to plan or prepare nutrient-dense meals.

If you’re feeling stretched, don’t worry you’re not alone. We are here to help with a few simple, nourishing ideas. Just head to
https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/food-blog/eat-well-to-be-well-meal-prep-for-busy-lives/
to check them out.

15/01/2026

Withania somnifera, more commonly known as ashwagandha, may not be one readily available in your home but it is one you may have seen in health food stores or heard about for its calming effects. However, to receive the full evidence-based effects, there’s a little more that you need to know… head over to read our newest in the Herbs to calm the farm series to make sure you get the most from this beautiful herbal medicine.

Withania somnifera, more commonly known as ashwagandha, may not be one readily available in your home but it is one you may have seen in health food stores or heard about for its calming effects. While it is often promoted for stress support, this is only one aspect of its wide-ranging benefits. Wit...

13/01/2026

New Year. A Rare Opportunity.

A new year doesn’t require a new you—but it might just bring the perfect new space for your practice.
Herbs on the Hill, a long-standing, well-respected naturopathic clinic in Woolloongabba, Brisbane, has a very rare clinic room space now available for a qualified massage therapist.

An opportunity to join this established, trusted clinic do not come up often. With a strong reputation, loyal client base, and a collaborative, professional environment, this space is ideal for a practitioner looking to grow within an integrative health setting.

✨ Highly sought-after clinic
✨ Established and well renowned
✨ Supportive, professional team
✨ Excellent Brisbane location

This opening will not last long.
If you’ve been waiting for the right space in the right clinic, this is it.

Act fast and get in touch to express your interest.

12/01/2026

As expected, our website couldn't stay away for too long, and we are so happy its back! Being back brings a whole stack of good news,
Not only can you get to know our wonderful team, and easily book an appointment with them

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/practitioners/

We have delicious and nutritious recipes

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/food-blog/

As well as interesting, evidence based articles

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/writing-blog/

Even a useful links page if you are looking for the closest farmers markets or nourishing food to be delivered right to your door

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/useful-links/

All only a few clicks away. If you have any questions, our website even has a live chat function to get you in contact with the herbs on the hill team.

12/01/2026

It seems, just like everyone else, our website needed a quick holiday. We are working to get it back to work as soon as we can.
But until then, if you are looking to book with any of our wonderful practitioners, we have some easy to access alternative links...

To book with David https://tinyurl.com/Appointment-With-David

To book with Tina https://tinyurl.com/Appointment-With-Tina

To book with Mel https://tinyurl.com/Appointment-With-Mel

To book with Shaan https://tinyurl.com/Appointment-With-Shaan



Alternatively, our reception team is available 7 days a week 24 hours a day by calling (07) 3166 1549, they will be able to assist you with booking an appointment.

07/01/2026

As we move back into routine after the holiday period, many of us find ourselves reaching for that morning cup (or two) just to get going.

If this sounds like you, check out our article To Coffee or Not to Coffee. To take a closer look at the benefits, potential drawbacks, and how caffeine affects the body.

Follow the link below to read the full article
https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/writing-blog/to-coffee-or-not-to-coffee/

01/01/2026

Sometimes at this time of year it's easy to find yourself living on a diet of Christmas leftovers, chocolate, and cheese. But did you know current research shows us that a high-fat, high-protein, and low-carbohydrate diet reduces hunger, increases energy levels, assists with weight loss, and improves athletic performance?

Read more in our article: Is the Food Pyramid Upside Down?

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/uncategorized/is-the-food-pyramid-upside-down/

24/12/2025

We’re sneaking in a little early to wish you a Merry Christmas from all of us at Herbs on the Hill. However you’re spending the day, we hope it’s full of yummy food, good company, and happiness.

21/12/2025

Christmas brings back memories of cinnamon, cloves, and all things spice. This fragrant and easy-to-prepare beetroot slaw is always a hit during the festive season. It's best made a few days ahead, as it gets better over the next week when it becomes more like a raw relish and extra delicious.

For the full recipe,

https://www.herbsonthehill.com.au/uncategorized/spiced-beetroot-slaw/

For the perfect balance of ease, flavor, and convenience exactly what's needed during the busy festive season.

18/12/2025

The Christmas season can bring added pressure and emotional load, Oats offers a gentle, nourishing way to support the nervous system. Helping you calm the farm during the holiday period, as well as any other points in life where you may need a little extra support.

A nice bowl of oats is always a great way to start the day, but did you know that they make a wonderful liquid herbal medicine as well? Both the seed (a bit like what is in your breakfast bowl),1 and the whole fresh green plant,2 are a beautiful supportive medicine. Evidence indicates that oats, whe...

11/12/2025

The second herb in our series is the fabulous Lavender. For some, Lavender holds memories of nana, or maybe it is one of those herbs that you know well for helping you get to sleep. But did you know there is research to back up the benefits of our beautiful lavender?

The second herb in our series is the fabulous Lavender. For some, Lavender holds memories of nana, or maybe it is one of those herbs that you know well for helping you get to sleep. But did you know there is research to back up the benefits of our beautiful lavender? Lavender contains over a hundred...

04/12/2025

Surprise! Its Christmas! How did we get here? If you are feeling like this (as we are) you may be thinking about some herbs to help calm the farm... Over the next few weeks, we will be taking a brief look at the evidence for some of the common herbs you may already use or have heard of, this week, let’s get to know of the most likely herb to be found in your cupboard, Chamomile. Did you know it is safter than placebo!

Surprise! Its Christmas! How did we get here? If you are feeling like this (as we are) you may be thinking about some herbs to help calm the farm. Over the next few weeks, we will be taking a brief look at the evidence for some of the common herbs you may already use or have heard of, this week, let...