Lactoferrin for Iron Deficiency: What the Research Says

Low iron and high strength tablets upsetting your gut? See what research says about lactoferrin for iron deficiency, and where biotin fits in. A Naturopath guide.

Female Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Womens Health, Perimenopause, Energy, Iron, AnaemiaKatherine Matthews28 October 2026Naturopath Auckland, Womens Health, Menopause, Female Health, lactoferrinComment

Perimenopause Pre-Conditioning: What to Focus On in Your 30s

Perimenopause does not start at 45. The hormone, mineral, bone, muscle and gut groundwork you lay in your 30s shapes how smoothly you move through it. Lets look at how we balance hormones, restore minerals, protect bone and muscle, and calm your gut for improved perimenopause outcomes.

Perimenopause and Blood Sugar: Why Carbs Hit Differently

Why does perimenopause change how you handle carbs? See how hormones shift blood sugar and how blood tests and a CGM reveals your unique pattern.

DNA Hormone Testing in Perimenopause: What Your Genes Reveal About Estrogen, Progesterone, Androgens and Bone Health

DNA hormone testing and the DUTCH test work together in perimenopause. Read on to learn about how you can support yourself through this transition more effectively by understanding SNPs affecting estrogen, progesterone and bone density.

Female Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Hormonal balance, Inflammation, Womens Health, DNA Hormone TestingKatherine Matthews18 September 2026Naturopath Auckland, Hormones, Premenstrual, Womens Health, Menopause, DUTCH Test, Female Health, DNA hormone test, COMT gene perimenopause, DUTCH test and geneticsComment

Sulforaphane, DIM and Estrogen Metabolism: What Your DUTCH Test Might Be Telling You

Struggling with signs of unopposed estrogen (estrogen dominance)? Learn how sulforaphane and DIM support healthy estrogen metabolism, backed by research, and what your DUTCH test may reveal.

Female Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Hormonal balance, Inflammation, Womens Health, PMDDKatherine Matthews11 September 2026Naturopath Auckland, Hormones, Premenstrual, PMS, Womens Health, Menopause, Estrogen Dominance, DUTCH Test, Female HealthComment

PMDD and Saffron: The natural prescription that can transform the luteal phase.

Can saffron help PMDD symptoms as effectively as an SSRI? A closer look at the clinical research, dosage, and safety of saffron for PMDD relief.

Female Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Hormonal balance, Inflammation, Womens Health, Brain Health, Mental Health, PMDDKatherine Matthews4 September 2026Naturopath Auckland, Hormones, PMDD, Premenstrual, Saffron, PMSComment

Why I Tell Every Woman I Work With: Protein Before Coffee

If there's one small shift I recommend more than almost anything else in my clinic, it's this: eat a protein-rich breakfast before you reach for that first coffee.

I know, for so many of us, coffee on an empty stomach feels like a ritual. It's the thing that gets us moving. But if you're dealing with anxiety, stubborn weight, energy crashes, or hormones that feel like they're running the show rather than the other way around, this one habit change can make a genuinely noticeable difference.

Let's talk about why.

Your Liver Works the Night Shift: Why Your Morning Routine Matters More Than You Think

Your liver makes bile overnight, loaded with toxins ready for elimination. Discover a simple 4-step morning routine to support healthy bile flow.

Female Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Energy, Fatigue, Hormonal balance, Inflammation, Stress, Thyroid, Womens Health, Detox, microbiomeKatherine Matthews16 August 2026Naturopath Auckland, Menopause, Perimenopause, HormonesComment

Testing for Perimenopause: Is there anyway to know?

Is there a way to tell if we have reached perimenopause? Although blood tests are not very reliable this other method of testing has surprisingly strong accuracy and is something you can do in the comfort of your own home.

Female Health, Womens Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental Health, Perimenopause, StressKatherine Matthews19 March 2026Naturopath Auckland, Menopause, Fasting, Perimenopause, stress, burnoutComment

Is it Stress? ...Or is it Perimenopause?

Wondering if your symptoms are stress or perimenopause? Learn the signs of early perimenopause including worsening PMS, poor sleep, irregular cycles, and hormonal changes and some of my go too Naturopathic tools for this confusing time.

Female Health, Womens Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental Health, Perimenopause, StressKatherine Matthews16 March 2026Naturopath Auckland, Menopause, Fasting, Perimenopause, stress, burnoutComment

The subtle hormone changes that can mean the big 'P' may be here (Perimenopause)

Discover the early signs of perimenopause and how liver support, minerals, and adaptogens can improve symptoms and wellbeing.

Female Health, Womens Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental Health, PerimenopauseKatherine Matthews6 March 2026Naturopath Auckland, Menopause, Fasting, PerimenopauseComment

Intermittent and Prolonged Fasting, Menopause & Weight Gain | Women’s Hormones

Struggling with weight gain during menopause despite fasting? Learn how prolonged fasting can affect women’s hormones, cortisol, and metabolism and what to do instead.

Female Health, Womens Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental Health, menopauseKatherine Matthews21 January 2026Naturopath Auckland, Menopause, FastingComment

The biggest decision we face in Menopause: HRT or Natural medicine? It doesn’t have to be one or the other.

Menopause support doesn’t have to be HRT or natural medicine. Learn how both approaches can work together—and how to choose what’s right for you.

Female Health, Womens Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental Health, menopauseKatherine Matthews16 December 2025Naturopath Auckland, MenopauseComment

Protein Through the Holidays: Balance Blood Sugar, Maintain Muscle & Boost Energy Naturally

Struggling with energy, sugar cravings, or muscle loss over the holidays? Learn how adding this one focus to every meal supports blood sugar balance, muscle mass, and sustained energy.

Female Health, Womens Health, Gut Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Inflammation, Fatigue, Energy, Mental HealthKatherine Matthews6 December 2025Naturopath Auckland, Gut Test, ShotgunComment

Advanced Gut Testing : Microbiomix Metagenomic Mapping Explained

Learn how the MMM metagenomic test maps 28,000+ microbes, identifies the underlying causes for bloating, loose or strained stools, H. pylori strains, assesses gut function, and guides personalised naturopathic care.

Female Health, Womens Health, Gut Health, Naturopath Auckland, Naturopath, Fatty Liver Disease, Inflammation, microbiomeKatherine Matthews24 November 2025Naturopath Auckland, Gut Test, ShotgunComment

Iron, Inflammation & the Hidden Link to Fatigue: Why More Isn’t Always Better

Iron deficiency is widely discussed in women’s health — and for good reason. Many women truly need support with low iron, especially during their reproductive years.

But there’s another side to the story that often gets overlooked: more iron isn’t always better. Excess iron — particularly from over-supplementation — can quietly drive inflammation, disrupt the gut microbiome, and contribute to deep fatigue.

Female Health, Womens Health, Gut Health, Inflammation, Supplement, IronKatherine Matthews6 November 2025Gut Health, bloating, IronComment

Bloating and the Menstrual Cycle: What supplements and herbs can help?

Bloating & Hormones: Natural Support for Digestive Balance

Learn why bloating increases in the luteal phase and how peppermint, enzymes, ginger, and herbal formulas can support hormonal and digestive balance.

Female Health, Womens Health, Hormonal balance, Gut Health, Inflammation, PMDD, SupplementKatherine Matthews31 October 2025Hormones, Hormone Testing, Endometriosis, PCOS, Gut Health, bloatingComment

The Millennial Male: Common Health concerns in your 30s and how natural medicine can help.

For many men, your 30s feel like the start of a new chapter. You may be more settled in your career and relationships, but health-wise, it can also be a time when cracks begin to show. Fatigue that doesn’t shift, stubborn weight gain, slower recovery after workouts, and changes in libido or mood are all common. Read on to see how addressing underlying mitochondrial and metabolic changes can improve your health.

Supplement, Inflammation, Mental Health, Men's Health, Immunity, Gut Health, Fatigue, EnergyKatherine Matthews1 October 2025Inflammation, Men's Health, Male, millennialComment

What’s Driving PMDD? The Latest Science on a Misunderstood Disorder.

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe and often debilitating condition affecting around 5-8% of women of reproductive age. Although initially thought to be a disorder of hormonal imbalance, recent research is supporting the notion that it is more so a sensitivity to hormonal fluctuations. While the exact cause of PMDD remains elusive, emerging scientific research has shed light on potential drivers, offering hope for more targeted treatment approaches.

Supplement, Inflammation, Female Health, Hormonal balance, Mental Health, Womens Health, PMDDKatherine Matthews16 January 2025Inflammation, PMDD, Hormones, Hormonal imbalance, moodComment

Natural Strategies to Reverse Pre-Diabetes: The Role of Naturopathic Medicine, Diet, Berberine, and Vitamin D

Pre-diabetes is a critical health condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels that are not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Addressing pre-diabetes promptly is essential to prevent progression to diabetes and associated complications. Naturopathic medicine offers a holistic approach to managing pre-diabetes.

Fatigue, Supplement, Inflammation, Pre-DiabetesKatherine Matthews30 December 2024Pre-Diabetes, blood glucose, Inflammation, weight lossComment

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