PCOS has officially been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). This article explains what has changed, why the update was made, and what it means for diagnosis and understanding of the condition.
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In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of microplastics and their presence in our environment. What is becoming increasingly clear is that these tiny plastic particles are not just in our oceans, they are in our homes, our food, our water, and ultimately, our bodies.
As a naturopath, I often get asked whether we can “detox” microplastics. The answer is not as straightforward as we might hope. While there is currently no known method to directly remove microplastics from the body, there is still a lot we can do to reduce exposure and support the body’s natural detoxification processes. Read on to find out how you can make your home microplastic free.
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We often think about chemical exposure as something that comes from obvious sources plastics, food packaging, or environmental pollution. But sometimes, it’s the small, everyday interactions that quietly add up.
One of the most overlooked sources? The simple act of handling a receipt.
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We are increasingly exposed to environmental toxins, we have known this for a while. The results of decades of this exposure are now coming to light with rising rates of infertility and disease. We can reduce our exposure but its hard to know if we really have made an impact, this is where environmental chemical testing comes in. Not only can we test, we can also do a detoxification plan to optimise our metabolism to be able to deal with this increasing chemical load.
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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.
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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.
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Many people experience UTI symptoms despite negative urine tests. Learn why traditional urine cultures can miss bacteria and how newer PCR testing is changing diagnosis.
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Discover the early signs of perimenopause and how liver support, minerals, and adaptogens can improve symptoms and wellbeing.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Deciding to see a naturopath can feel a bit like opening a mysterious wellness door: you’re hopeful, curious, and maybe wondering if there will be herbal tea involved (there usually is).
If you’re looking for a naturopath in Auckland, this guide will walk you through what naturopathy is, what your first appointment looks like, and how a holistic, root-cause approach can support your health.