Dr Robyn Anderson - Homeopathic Practitioner

16/04/2026

Genetic testing is one of the most valuable tools I use in practice - and once you understand what it can actually tell you, it's hard to go back to guessing.

I get asked about this a lot, so I finally sat down and wrote a full breakdown of what DNA testing can actually reveal about your health - covering everything from weight management and chronic disease risk to mental health, hormones, skin, and how your body actually responds to exercise.

The science behind this is genuinely fascinating. But more than that - it's practical. Every recommendation that comes out of a genetic test is built around your biology specifically, not what works for the average person.

Because you are not "the average person".

Drop "GENE" in the comments to get the link to the full blog post, or DM me if you want to chat about whether genetic testing might be useful for you. 🧬

The tests I've referenced throughout this post are from DNAlysis - the lab I use for genetic testing with my patients - which is why you'll see their specific test names mentioned.

14/04/2026

Whether you’re new here, or you’ve been following for a while and want to know the person behind the page... This one’s for you!

I’m Dr Robyn Anderson, a homeopath in Cape Town, South Africa 👋🏻 I became a homeopath because I know what it feels like to need someone who truly sees you - not just your symptoms, not just your results, but you. That experience never left me, and it shapes every single consultation I have.

I work with patients navigating hormonal health, infertility, anxiety, burnout, and everything in between. My greatest passion is helping people understand what their bodies are doing and why - but more than anything, I just want every person who walks through my door to leave feeling HEARD.

Swipe through to get to know me a little better. And if anything resonates - my details are in my bio. 🌿

10/04/2026

Happy World Homeopathy Day 💚

07/04/2026

Ever wondered why you can take on the world one week and can barely respond to a WhatsApp the next? Your cycle has everything to do with it.

Most of us were taught that our cycle = our period. But your period is just one part of a much bigger picture.

Every month, your body moves through four distinct phases - and each one changes your energy, your mood, your focus, and how you experience the world around you.

The week you feel unstoppable? That's not a coincidence.
The few days where you want to cancel everything and stay home? Also not a coincidence.

This is your hormones doing exactly what they're supposed to do.
When you understand what's happening in your body - and why - everything starts to make a lot more sense. The fatigue isn't laziness. The sensitivity isn't weakness.

The need to slow down isn't failure.
It's information.

Swipe through to meet your four phases, what they feel like, and one simple thing you can do to support yourself in each one.

Save this post and come back to it throughout your cycle - you'll notice how differently each slide lands depending on where you are.

Which phase are you in right now? Tell me in the comments 👇

20/03/2026

You've done the blood tests. You've been told everything looks "normal." You've tried cutting out gluten, going to bed earlier, pushing through the exhaustion with another coffee and a quiet hope that today will feel different.

But it doesn't. And nobody has been able to tell you why.

That's not a you problem. That's a missing-the-bigger-picture problem.
Most conventional approaches treat what's visible - the anxiety, the weight that won't shift, the brain fog, the cycle that's all over the place. But symptoms don't show up randomly. They're your body trying to tell you something. And when you stop trying to silence them one by one and start asking what's driving all of this - that's when things actually start to change.

That's the work I do.

Not quick fixes. Not another one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves you more confused than before. Real answers. The kind that finally make sense of everything you've been feeling - sometimes for years.

If you've been dismissed, overlooked, or handed a prescription that never quite fit - you're in the right place 💚

09/03/2026

Fibre isn’t just fibre.
There are actually different types, and they each play their own role in digestion, hormones, and metabolic health.

Here’s a quick guide to help you remember the difference 👇

Soluble fibre 🫘🍎
• What it does: Dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance in the gut.
• Why it matters: Helps stabilise blood sugar, support cholesterol balance, nourish beneficial gut bacteria, and maintain steady energy levels. ⚖️🦠⚡
• Where to find it: Oats, lentils, apples, citrus, avo, beans, and many legumes.

Insoluble fibre 🥦🌾
• What it does: Does not dissolve in water and adds bulk to stool.
• Why it matters: Supports regular bowel movements and helps the body efficiently move waste and excess hormones out through the digestive system. 🌿➡️
• Where to find it: Nuts, seeds, berries, green beans, cauliflower, leafy vegetables, and whole grains.

Most plant foods contain a mix of both, which is why eating a variety of whole foods naturally supports gut health.

If you're working on digestion, hormone balance, or metabolic health, fibre intake is often one of the simplest places to start.

💾 Save this post so you have a quick reference when planning meals.

This information is for education only and should not be taken as medical advice. It does not replace personalised care with a qualified healthcare professional.

03/03/2026

WHY is my hair falling out?! 😭

You know the moment…

You’re brushing your hair, glance down… and there’s a furry animal in your hairbrush.

Instant panic.
Am I stressed? Hormonal? Deficient? Balding?!

Before you panic - hair shedding is common in women. But it’s usually a sign your body is under some kind of pressure.

The most common drivers I see:
✨ Stress - big events or long-term low-grade overwhelm (shedding often shows up 2–3 months later)
✨ Low iron (more specifically, ferritin) - even “normal” ferritin can be too low for healthy hair growth
✨ Thyroid shifts - especially if you’re also feeling tired, cold or puffy
✨ Hormonal changes - postpartum, stopping the pill, perimenopause, PCOS-related androgen sensitivity
✨ Undereating or low protein intake - aggressive fasting, chronic dieting, skipping meals
✨ Gut inflammation or poor absorption - your follicles need nutrients delivered consistently
✨ Rapid weight loss or illness - even a bad flu can trigger shedding months later

Hair isn’t essential for survival. So when your body feels stressed, inflamed, undernourished or hormonally unsettled… it diverts resources elsewhere.

And here’s the key 👇
It’s always better to investigate WHY this is happening rather than jumping straight to a generic “hair & nail” supplement. Those might support growth - but they often miss the cause of the hair loss.

If your ponytail feels thinner or your part is widening, don’t just treat the hair. Look at the body.

Save this for later if you’ve had a hairbrush shock recently 💛

25/02/2026

“You are not inconsistent. You are cyclical” 🌿

Last night’s Understanding Your Cycle webinar was such a beautiful reminder of how powerful women become when they actually understand what’s happening in their bodies.
To every single woman who joined live - thank you 💚
Your questions, honesty and openness made it incredibly special.

We spoke about:
• The 4 phases of the menstrual cycle in simple, practical language
• Why your mood, energy and focus shift across the month
• What’s normal… and what’s not
• How to start noticing your own patterns

If you missed it, or you’d like to rewatch it, the full replay is now available on my YouTube channel (link in bio)

But here’s the real question…
Understanding your cycle is powerful.
Knowing what to do with that information? That’s where things change.

That’s why I created:
*✨Awareness to Action: Supporting Your Cycle in Real Life✨*
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about learning how to work with your body so you feel more steady, more capable, and more in control across the month.

Inside the programme you’ll get:
• The full 90-minute deep-dive training
• A 90-day implementation plan
• Monthly Q&A sessions over 3 months
• Practical tools to actually apply what you’ve learned

This is about moving from “I understand my cycle” to “I know how to support myself through it.”

Psst… we still have a few coupon codes left for early access 👀

If you’d like the details, comment ACTION below and I’ll send you the info.

And if this topic resonated with you, save this post or send it to a friend who needs it 💚

17/02/2026

Your hormones aren’t dramatic.
They’re seasonal. 🌿

If you’ve ever thought:

“Why do I feel like a different person every week?”
“Why is my motivation so inconsistent?”
“Why do I smash goals one week and randomly cry the next?”

You’re not unstable.
You’re cyclical.

Your body moves through four internal seasons every single month - winter, spring, summer and autumn. And each one shifts your energy, mood, clarity, confidence and tolerance levels.

When you understand this pattern:
• You stop fighting yourself
• You plan more realistically
• You work with your body instead of against it

And if your symptoms feel extreme?
That’s information. Not a personality flaw.

Next week I’m hosting a FREE webinar where we’ll chat about the phases of your cycle - so that you can finally understand what is happening month to month.

If this post resonated, you’ll love the webinar!

✨ Click here to register: subscribepage.io/dRqkLQ
✨ Save this so you can come back to it

And send it to a friend who needs to hear this 💛

11/02/2026