Christine Ludke Naturopath

Christine Ludke Naturopath Christine is a fully Registered Naturopath. Clinic - 29 Gillies Range Rd - Yungaburra . 4849 Christine became affectionately known as the “Looky Eye Lady”.

Christine started her practice over 30 years ago on the Atherton Tablelands; she held Clinics in Mareeba and also in Cooktown during the early years. Her Tutor and Minder during this time, Ashley West of Ravenshoe - inspired, then supported Christines’ desire to break the shackles of the past as well as an entrenched health system and assist people to be informed and responsible for their own health management. Mr West was a great believer in the Practitioner being the Holistic Diagnostic not just the Healer of issues with which the client approaches the Practitioner. This then became Christine’s’ passion; to carry on this dream of making a difference to society and the empowerment of people to recognise their individuality and so nutritional and biochemical needs. Over several years in the early 1980’s Christine travelled far and wide to get access to training from the most knowledgeable Lecturers in their fields of expertise; the late Robert Lucy who followed on from Joseph Angerer in Iridology; Biochemists, Dr Henry O’Seiki and Dr Ian Brighthope; all highly renowned within the “Alternative Medicine Field”, became her inspiration. Christine continues, to this day, attending National Seminars accessing the latest research. Iris Diagnosis or Iridology was almost unknown to the Far North when, in the mid 1980’s Christine bought her first “Iris-Scope”. After moving to Cairns at the end of 1989 for a short time, Christine, then set up Practice in Mission Beach in early 1990. “The Beach” became her home, for twenty years, from where she ran a very successful business, however she continued Cairns Clinics every Saturday for nearly 20 years. Cairns and Yungaburra Clinics are both booked through the Cairns clinic and supplements are supplied and available through both clinics

Christine's Modalities

Natural Therapy modalities practised are inclusive of :
Iris Diagnosis,
Wholistic Diagnosis; Facial and Body language
Fertility management ( A Speciality)
Weight Loss (HCG)
Blood type Diet Support
Insomnia,
Behavioural disorders,
Menopause; PCOS; Hormonal imbalances


626 Mulgrave Rd
WOREE QLD 4868

Yungaburra Park Motel
29 Gillies Range Rd
YUNGABURRA QLD 4884

19/12/2025
10/12/2025

✅ Hiatal Hernia

🔹 Protrusion of a part of the stomach through the esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm into the thoracic cavity.
🔹 Leads to impaired lower esophageal sphincter (LES) function → predisposes to GERD.

✅ Key Anatomy Involved

🧠 Esophagus → food pipe connecting pharynx to stomach
🧠 Diaphragm → muscular partition between thorax & abdomen
🧠 Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) → prevents reflux
🧠 Stomach → gastric acid–secreting organ
🧠 Esophageal Hiatus → opening in diaphragm for esophagus

✅ Types of Hiatal Hernia
🔸 1. Sliding Hiatal Hernia (Type I) – Most Common (≈ 90–95%)

🟢 Gastroesophageal junction + part of stomach slide upward into thorax
🟢 LES becomes incompetent
🟢 Strongly associated with GERD
🟢 Common in elderly, obesity, pregnancy

🔸 2. Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia (Type II)

🟣 Gastroesophageal junction remains in normal position
🟣 Fundus of stomach herniates beside esophagus
🟣 High risk of gastric volvulus, strangulation, ischemia
🟣 Often asymptomatic initially

🔸 3. Mixed (Sliding + Paraesophageal) Hiatal Hernia (Type III)

🟠 Both gastroesophageal junction and fundus herniate
🟠 Combines reflux symptoms + obstruction risk

🔸 4. Complex / Giant Hiatal Hernia (Type IV)

🔴 Herniation of other abdominal organs (colon, spleen, small bowel)
🔴 Rare but life-threatening

✅ Pathophysiology

🧬 Weakening of phrenoesophageal ligament
🧬 Increased intra-abdominal pressure
🧬 Loss of LES-diaphragm synergy
🧬 Acid reflux into esophagus → mucosal injury

✅ Risk Factors

⚠️ Advancing age
⚠️ Obesity
⚠️ Pregnancy
⚠️ Chronic coughing
⚠️ Repeated straining / constipation
⚠️ Heavy lifting

✅ Clinical Features
🔹 Sliding Hernia

🔥 Heartburn
🔥 Acid regurgitation
🔥 Dysphagia (occasionally)
🔥 Chest discomfort

🔹 Paraesophageal Hernia

⚡ Post-meal fullness
⚡ Epigastric pain
⚡ Vomiting
⚡ Breathlessness
⚡ Acute severe pain → suggests strangulation

10/12/2025

Nutritional Neuroscience: Micronutrients in Neurotransmitter Synthesis and Metabolism- A Simple Illustration.

Understanding the complex interplay between vitamins, minerals, and neurotransmitter pathways highlights the foundational role of nutrition in cognitive health and overall well-being.

07/12/2025
05/12/2025
05/12/2025
03/12/2025

High cortisol levels in PCOS can be challenging, but awareness is the first step toward managing it. 🌿 Incorporate calming routines such as meditation, warm showers, and nutritious breakfasts to support your well-being. Your health journey starts here! ✨

02/12/2025

Understanding Hepatitis: Know the Types and How They're Transmitted 🤒💡

Hepatitis is a serious liver infection caused by different viruses. Here's a breakdown of the main types:

Hep-A (Acute): Transmitted through f***s 🚽
Hep-B: Spread through bodily fluids, such as during childbirth or s*x 💉
Hep-C (C-erious): Most serious type, spreads through blood 💉
Hep-D: Depends on Hep-B infection; can only be contracted if you already have Hep-B 🤝
Hep-E: Transmitted through contaminated food and drinks (water-borne) 🍔💧

Stay informed, stay healthy! 💪

30/11/2025
26/11/2025

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29 Gillies Range Road
Yungaburra, QLD
4884

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
12pm - 5pm

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Christine started her practice some 30 years ago on the Atherton Tableland; she held Clinics in Mareeba and also in Cooktown during the early years. Her Tutor and Minder during this time, Ashley West of Ravenshoe inspired, then supported Christines’ desire to break the shackles of the past as well as an entrenched health system and assist people to be informed and responsible for their own health management. Mr West was a great believer in the Practitioner being the Holistic Diagnostic not just the Healer of issues with which the client approaches the Practitioner. This then became Christine’s’ passion; to carry on this dream of making a difference to society and the empowerment of people to recognize their individuality and so nutritional and biochemical needs. Over several years in the early 1980’s Christine travelled far and wide to get access to training from the most knowledgeable Lecturers in their fields of expertise; the late Robert Lucy who followed on from Joseph Angerer in Iridology; Biochemists, Dr Henry O’seiki and Dr Ian Brighthope; all highly renowned within the “Alternative Medicine Field”, became her inspiration.

Christine continues, to this day, attending National Seminars accessing the latest research. Iris Diagnosis or Iridology was almost unknown to the Far North when, in the mid 1980’s Christine bought her first “Iriscope”. Christine became affectionately known as the “Looky Eye Lady”. After moving to Cairns at the end of 1989 for a short time, Christine, then set up Practice in Mission Beach in early 1990. “The Beach” became her home, for twenty years, from where she ran a very successful business, however she continued Cairns Clinics every Saturday for nearly 20 years. Christine now practises from her premises at Health Assistance Centre at 626 Mulgrave road, Woree, Qld; 4868 as well as clinics on the weekends at Yungaburra Park Motel at 29 Gillies Highway , Yungaburra, Q; 4884. Once a month Christine travels to Ingham Q, 4850 to consult with clients, ( a journey that she has done for some 30 yrs)

Christine's Practising Modalities Natural Therapy modalities practised are inclusive of : Iris Diagnosis, Wholistic Diagnosis -Facial and Body language Fertility management ( A Speciality) Weight Loss and Eating disorders Nutritional guidance - Blood type Diet Support Insomnia, Behavioural disorders, Menopause; PCOS; Hormonal imbalances

Having been a Bowen Therapist/masseur, Christine is very aware of body form, stature & stance effecting wellbeing. Please Phone 0418770557 FOR APPOINTMENTs