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Mar 14
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Autumn Detox: A Gentle Health Reset After Summer

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After the Christmas celebrations, summer holidays, and barbeques, many people start to notice their body feels a little different. Energy levels may drop. Digestion may feel sluggish. Sugar cravings increase, and clothes may feel tighter than they did before summer. If you are experiencing symptoms such as bloating, fatigue, poor sleep, or weight gain, you are not alone. Autumn can be an ideal time to gently reset your health and support the body’s natural detoxification processes. Rather than extreme cleanses or restrictive diets, naturopathic detoxification focuses on supporting the body’s natural systems so they can function more efficiently.

Signs Your Body May Need a Reset

Some common symptoms people notice after a busy summer include:

• Bloating or digestive discomfort
• Fatigue or low energy
• Brain fog
• Skin breakouts
• Increased sugar cravings
• Weight gain
• Poor sleep

These symptoms can occur when digestion, metabolism, and detoxification pathways are under extra pressure.

Woman with digestive issues

After the Christmas celebrations, summer holidays, and barbeques, many people start to notice their body feels a little different. Energy levels may drop. Digestion may feel sluggish. Sugar cravings increase, and clothes may feel tighter than they did before summer. If you are experiencing symptoms such as bloating, fatigue, poor sleep, or weight gain, you are not alone.

Autumn can be an ideal time to gently reset your health and support the body’s natural detoxification processes. Rather than extreme cleanses or restrictive diets, naturopathic detoxification focuses on supporting the body’s natural systems so they can function more efficiently.

Signs Your Body May Need a Reset

Some common symptoms people notice after a busy summer include:

• Bloating or digestive discomfort
• Fatigue or low energy
• Brain fog
• Skin breakouts
• Increased sugar cravings
• Weight gain
• Poor sleep

These symptoms can occur when digestion, metabolism, and detoxification pathways are under extra pressure.

How the Body Detoxifies

The body naturally detoxifies through several organs including the liver, digestive system, kidneys, lungs, skin, and lymphatic system. The liver plays a central role by converting toxins into compounds that can be safely eliminated through bile, urine, sweat, and bowel movements.

The digestive system also plays an important role in detoxification. If digestion is sluggish or bowel movements are irregular, waste products may not be eliminated efficiently and can remain in the digestive tract longer than they should.

Gut health is closely linked to overall wellbeing and immune function, with around 70 percent of the immune system associated with the digestive tract. When the balance of gut bacteria becomes disrupted, some people may experience symptoms such as bloating, food sensitivities, irregular bowel movements, fatigue, or digestive discomfort.

Periods of indulgence, alcohol consumption, travel, infections, or diets high in processed foods can all affect the balance of the gut microbiome. Modern life also exposes us to many environmental stressors including chemicals, pollutants, medications, and alcohol. Some of these chemicals are known as xenoestrogens. These are environmental compounds that can mimic the effects of oestrogen in the body and are commonly found in plastics, pesticides, cosmetics, and some household products.

Because these compounds may influence hormonal balance, supporting detoxification pathways may be particularly important for many women, especially during midlife when hormonal changes are already occurring. Detoxification is also protein dependent. The liver requires amino acids from dietary protein to carry out many of its detoxification processes. Consuming adequate high quality protein from foods such as fish, eggs, poultry, legumes, nuts, seeds, and other whole food sources can therefore be an important part of supporting healthy detoxification pathways.

Adequate hydration, regular bowel movements, a fibre rich diet, and sufficient protein intake all support the body’s natural detoxification processes.

How We Support Detoxification Naturopathically

At Capalaba Natural Health, detoxification programs focus on supporting the digestive system, liver, and gut microbiome. A personalised detox program may include several steps.

Identifying trigger foods

Some people experience digestive symptoms when certain foods trigger intolerance reactions. Temporarily removing these foods can reduce digestive stress and allow the gut to recover.

Supporting healthy gut bacteria

If harmful bacteria or pathogens are present in the digestive system, herbal medicines may be used to help restore balance.

Reintroducing beneficial bacteria

High strength probiotics may be used to support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria that assist digestion, immune health, and nutrient absorption.

Repairing the gut lining

Nutritional and herbal support may be used to help support repair of the gut lining and improve digestive function, which may also help improve nutrient absorption.

Increasing dietary fibre

Increasing fibre from vegetables and whole foods helps promote regular bowel movements and also acts as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial bacteria in the gut.

Ensuring adequate hydration

Drinking at least two litres of water per day supports kidney function and assists the body in eliminating waste products.

Supporting protein intake

Because detoxification pathways in the liver rely on amino acids, ensuring adequate intake of high quality protein can be an important part of supporting detoxification processes.

Supporting liver function

Where symptoms suggest the liver may be under additional pressure, herbal and nutritional support may be recommended to assist healthy liver detoxification pathways. Symptoms may include fatigue, digestive discomfort, headaches, skin issues, or increased sensitivity to certain foods.

Because every person’s health history and symptoms are different, detox programs are always tailored to the individual.

Weight Gain After Summer

Weight gain is a common concern following the festive season.

Changes in routine, increased calorie intake, alcohol consumption, and disrupted sleep can all influence metabolism and body weight. Many women in their 40s and 50s also notice weight becomes harder to lose due to hormonal changes, stress, and digestive changes. Because digestion, gut health, and liver detoxification pathways are closely linked to metabolism, supporting these systems can sometimes play an important role in healthy weight management.

When digestion improves, the gut microbiome becomes more balanced, and detoxification pathways are functioning efficiently, many people also notice improvements in energy, digestion, and metabolism. For this reason, detoxification and weight management are often addressed together in naturopathic programs.

During a gentle detox program that focuses on improving gut health, removing trigger foods, supporting liver function, and improving diet quality, some people may also experience gradual weight loss. Many people notice a reduction in bloating and fluid retention, and it is not uncommon for people to lose around 3 to 5 kilograms during a well structured program. Results vary from person to person.

At Capalaba Natural Health, we often combine detoxification strategies with personalised weight management programs to support digestion, metabolism, and sustainable long term results. Our naturopaths provide personalised guidance to help identify underlying factors affecting weight, digestion, and overall wellbeing.

Ready for an Autumn Health Reset?

If you are experiencing fatigue, digestive discomfort, weight gain, or food sensitivities after summer, a personalised naturopathic consultation may help identify factors contributing to your symptoms.

At Capalaba Natural Health, our practitioners provide individualised support to help improve digestion, support detoxification pathways, and guide sustainable weight management.

Appointments include a comprehensive health assessment and practical strategies tailored to your health goals.

To book a consultation call the clinic or book online.

Results vary from person to person. Information is general in nature and not intended as medical advice.

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Mar 28
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Social Mums Club and Capalaba Natural Health – The Perfect Match!

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Capalaba Natural Health Proudly Sponsors

Social Mums Club

At Capalaba Natural Health, we are deeply committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of women in our local community. That’s why we are incredibly proud to announce our sponsorship of Social Mums Club, a fantastic Brisbane-based organisation that is dedicated to providing local mums with connection, support, and a strong sense of community.

Social Mums Club has already helped over 20,000 mums live a more connected, happy, and fulfilled life—and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of this journey with them. Whether you’re based in Alexandra Hills, Cleveland, Capalaba, or surrounding suburbs, we want to help you thrive by ensuring that you have access to both the emotional support and Naturopathic health solutions that can truly make a difference in your life.

Why We Love
Social Mums Club

Motherhood is a beautiful, rewarding journey, but it can also feel isolating at times. Social Mums Club was founded with the vision of bringing mums together, fostering friendships, and creating a community where women can share experiences, find support, and build lasting connections. Their mission resonates deeply with us at Capalaba Natural Health, as we have always strived to help women feel their best—both physically and emotionally. Many of our patients are mums of different ages who need support with weight loss, stress, anxiety, fatigue, pain, digestive issues or female reproductive issues including menopause.

Through their meet-ups, online groups, and events, Social Mums Club provides a welcoming space for mums of all backgrounds to come together. Whether you’re a new mum looking for guidance or simply want to connect with like-minded women, this organisation offers a judgment-free, supportive environment to build relationships and enjoy meaningful interactions.

Aligning Our Values

Both Capalaba Natural Health and Social Mums Club share a common goal: to support and uplift women in our community. Our sponsorship is not just about providing financial support; it’s about actively engaging with a movement that we truly believe in.

At Capalaba Natural Health, we specialise in natural therapies that help women achieve optimal health and vitality. We understand the pressures that come with motherhood, from sleepless nights to the emotional and physical demands of raising a family. Through naturopathy, nutritional guidance, weight loss and wellness support, we help mums regain their energy, improve their overall wellbeing, and feel their absolute best.

Similarly, Social Mums Club provides essential emotional and social support—ensuring that no mum has to go through this journey alone. Together, we are creating a more connected and healthier community for women in Capalaba, Cleveland, Alexandra Hills, and beyond.

How This Partnership Benefits Local Mums

Through our partnership with Social Mums Club, we aim to offer education, resources, and holistic support to mums across Brisbane’s South-East suburbs. Here’s how this collaboration can make a real difference:

  1. Encouraging Holistic Wellbeing

We strongly believe that a happy mum is a healthy mum. Through our naturopathic services, we support mums dealing with fatigue, stress, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, weight loss and more. By working alongside Social Mums Club, we hope to bring greater awareness to natural health solutions that can benefit both mums and their families.

  1. Creating a Stronger Support Network

Motherhood can sometimes feel overwhelming, but having a community to lean on makes all the difference. Social Mums Club ensures that no mum feels alone, and by teaming up with them, we can expand this network and reach even more women in need of support.

  1. Empowering Women Through Knowledge

As part of our sponsorship, we are looking forward to sharing valuable health insights with the Social Mums Club community. Whether it’s tips on boosting energy naturally, stress management strategies, or nutritional advice for busy mums, we want to empower women with the knowledge they need to take control of their health.

  1. Hosting Special Events & Workshops

Together with Social Mums Club, we are excited to host informative workshops, wellness events, and Q&A sessions tailored to the needs of local mums. These events will provide practical advice on self-care, nutrition, and holistic health, ensuring that every mum has the tools she needs to feel her best.

A Stronger Community for Mums in Capalaba, Cleveland  & Alexandra Hills

We know that the heart of any strong community is support and connection. With Social Mums Club, we are excited to create more opportunities for local mums to come together, whether it’s at a coffee catch-up, an informative workshop, or a wellness event.

By focusing on both physical and emotional wellbeing, our goal is to help mums in Capalaba, Cleveland, Alexandra Hills, and the greater Brisbane area feel more confident, healthier, and empowered in their journey through motherhood.

Join Us On Our Shared Journey

If you’re a mum in Brisbane’s South-East suburbs looking for a supportive community and holistic health solutions, we would love for you to be part of this journey with us.

Join Social Mums Club today and experience the power of genuine connection, and if you ever need natural health advice or support, Capalaba Natural Health is here for you.

Together, we are creating a community where mums can thrive, connect, and feel truly supported—and we can’t wait to have you with us!

📍 Find out more about Social Mums Club:  www.socialmumsclub.com

Jun 21
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Lactose intolerance digestive discomfort

Do I Have A Dairy Allergy or Lactose Intolerance?

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Do I Have A Dairy Allergy or Lactose Intolerance?

Experiencing digestive discomfort after drinking milk, eating cheese, yoghurt, and even ice cream is unfortunately fairly common. A lot of people typically put this down to lactose intolerance, which is a widespread issue and often the culprit of upset bellies following the consumption of dairy products.

Although Dairy Allergy can cause similar symptoms in some people. Dairy Allergy is usually more severe, with allergic reactions beginning within minutes or sometimes delayed for several hours.

Lactose intolerance is caused by the absence or deficiency of a certain digestive enzyme (lactase) that breaks down the sugar in milk (lactose), whereas a dairy allergy is your immune system’s response to the proteins found in foods containing dairy.

Signs and Symptoms of Dairy Issues

About 65 percent of people worldwide are lactose intolerant, of which, about 5 percent are allergic to dairy. Both afflictions can cause similar symptoms, so it’s important to get tested if you are experiencing any of the following after consuming dairy products:

  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Swelling
  • Asthma-like wheezing
  • Tightness in the throat and trouble swallowing

At Capalaba Natural Health, our experts can assist you with an elimination diet to identify the root cause of your digestive issue, with food intolerance testing to recognise what foods are causing problems.

What’s the difference between Dairy Allergy & Lactose Intolerance?

  • Dairy Allergy

    Dairy allergy is normally related to the consumption of cow’s milk but people can be allergic to other types of dairy. Many people still buy and consume dairy even despite having adverse reactions to it. Reactions can be mild, in the form of rashes or quite severe, including trouble breathing and loss of consciousness.

  • Lactose Intolerance

    You are likely lactose intolerant if your symptoms occur within 30 minutes to 2 hours following the consumption of dairy products, particularly those higher in lactose.

    Lactose, which is the sugar that is naturally present in dairy products, requires the enzyme lactase to break it down and turn it into glucose for easy digestion. If your body lacks this enzyme, it cannot be broken down and must carry on through to the large intestine, where it is fermented by your gut bacteria, causing inflammation and triggering the symptoms listed above. For more information on lactose intolerance, check out our blog how to know if you’re lactose intolerant.

How To Minimise Intolerances

Most people find that making small changes to their diet and reducing their consumption of dairy products alleviates symptoms immediately. However, it can be difficult to implement an elimination diet on your own, especially if you experience symptoms sporadically.

If you’re suffering from digestive issues and you suspect they are related to a dairy intolerance, we recommend consulting a specialist. Call Capalaba Natural Health on (07) 3823 3103 to secure an appointment or book your Naturopathic digestive health consultation online. Understand your symptoms and begin to enjoy food without experiencing discomfort.

Mar 26
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How to Eliminate Constipation and Feel Great

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Constipation is defined as having hard, dry bowel movements or going to the toilet less than three times a week. It is one of the most common digestive issues and affects around 2.5 million people.

Constipation

What causes constipation?

Your colon’s main job is to absorb water from residual food as it’s passing through your digestive system. It then creates stool (waste).

The colon’s muscles eventually propel the waste out through the rectum to be eliminated. If your stool remains in the colon too long, it can become hard and difficult to pass.

Poor diet frequently causes constipation. Dietary fibre is necessary to provide bulk to your stool to help it pass easily. Adequate water intake is necessary to help keep stools soft. Additionally if you don’t drink enough water, around 2L per day, then your colon will suck as much water from your waste as it can, contributing to a harder stool.

Stress, changes in routine, and conditions that slow muscle contractions of the colon or delay your urge to go may also lead to constipation.

Holding on to emotions can be another factor with constipation and our resident kinesiologist Sinead can help unblock those emotions and in turn unblock your colon. You can check out what Sinead does by clicking here:

Food Intolerances are also major contributor to constipation. By eliminating the food that you are intolerant to you’ll improve your digestive health, reduce bloating, pain, discomfort and help to pass your stool normally. Click here for more information on our in-house test which will test the 59 foods most people are intolerant to… helping you regain your digestive health.

 

Constipation

How to treat and prevent constipation

  • Changing your diet and increasing your physical activity level are the easiest and fastest ways to treat and prevent constipation.
  • Add fibre rich foods to your diet, such as raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, prunes, or bran cereal. Your daily intake of fibre should be between 20 and 35 grams.
  • Drink at least two litres of water per day to keep your bowels flushed clean and lubricated.
  • Reduce diuretics which remove water from your system
  • Cut down on low-fibre foods, such as meat, milk, cheese and processed foods.
  • Add fibre supplements to your diet if needed. Just remember to drink plenty of fluids because fluids help fibre work more efficiently.
  • Remove the foods that you are intolerant to.

High fibre food to help redduce constipation

 

Click here for more information on Naturopathy or how our Naturopath can help you improve your health and wellbeing. You can Call the clinic today to see Our Award Winning Naturopath Tony to see how he can help. You can also book online here.

Mar 17
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Important information about Corona Virus

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With the Corona Virus currently impacting Australia and the Rest of the World I wanted to let you know that here at Capalaba Natural Health we are following the advice from the Department of Health in terms of safely and hygiene plus applying our own Natural Health Knowledge. We want to reassure you that we are committed to a safe and healthy environment for everyone entering the clinic and have taken the following safety measures:

– Disinfecting / cleaning of rooms, equipment and surfaces daily
–  Ensuring staff and clients are washing hands regularly
– Providing hand sanitisation
– An Anti viral / Anti bacterial essential oil blend is also being diffused within the clinic.

We want to continue helping support you with your health and weight loss journey and see no need for cancelling appointments unless you have:

1. Recently returned from overseas AND have respiratory symptoms (including fever, sore throat and a cough)

2. Been in close contact with someone confirmed to have Corona Virus

We are offering Naturopathic and Weight Loss phone consultations too if you prefer or are self isolated.

As health is our main priority we would like to remind all our clients that if you are experiencing flu like symptoms e.g. temperature/fevers, sore throat, runny nose, sneezing or cough that you call the clinic and book in for a phone consultation so that we can still assist you rather than coming in to the clinic.

If you are in need of supplements we are able to post them out to you. Immune boosting herbs like Super Mushroom Complex or Andro NK  are a great addition to a healthy diet right now along with Zinc, Vit C and Probiotics.

Should you have a cough or cold we can make up liquid herbs to support you.

Our Kinesiologist Sinead is continuing to treat clients but she is also offering distance healing too.

Prevention is always better than cure so please ensure that you are taking all the necessary measures to avoid getting sick and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support through these stressful times as we all try to navigate this new territory the best way we can.

Take Care

Tony
Naturopath and Owner of Capalaba Natural Health.

Apr 15
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Bec Ramsay

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Rebecca Ramsey - Practitioner support at Capalaba Natural Health

Practitioner Support | Reception

Bec has always been involved in the health and wellness industry, having been a receptionist for medical practitioners, dentists and also in physiotherapy. Bec is the mother of 2 girls and is a lover of all aspects of healthy living – from food, to exercise to enjoying life overall.

Bec is positive and friendly and as well as being great with people, she is an animal lover and also a passionate horse rider.

Apr 15
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Robyn Pearson Hypnotherapist, Counsellor and Massage Therapist

Sinead Kelly

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Sinead Kelly | Kinesiology



Sinead first stumbled upon Kinesiology many years ago when she suffered with chronic headaches. The headaches were affecting all aspects of her life. A family friend gave her the name of a Kinesiologist, who she thought may be able to help. Sinead continued to see the Kinesiologist for a number of months. For the first time in many years, she felt fantastic.

Studying Holistic Kinesiology and Natural therapies was then a natural progression for Sinead and has been one the best decisions of her life. She transitioned from a corporate job to a career in Holistic therapies. Since then, she has made massive changes in all aspects of her life. It is really important to Sinead to balance all areas of her life and health – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual, so she works continuously with multiple diverse practitioners both to benefit her own health and the health of her clients.

In addition to Holistic kinesiology Sinead has studied Mind Body medicine, aromatherapy and is passionate about energy healing and essential oils. Her sessions are a mix of all of these as appropriate for what she is are working on with her clients. She is passionate about helping people to understand themselves and to achieve true health and happiness. She encourages you to have the faith, courage and confidence to make the changes that you need to make to improve the quality of your life. She provides a space where you are free to be yourself. Sinead works with adults with stress and anxiety in her clinic and with children and adolescents issues including bed-wetting, separation anxiety, concentration behavioural and emotional issues.

Feb 19
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Tony Daniel

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Tony Daniel - Naturopath, Weight Loss, Reiki Master

Tony Daniel | Owner | Award Winning Naturopath | Weightloss Specialist | Reiki Master | Bodytalk | 

Hailing from New Zealand, Tony Daniel has been involved in the wellness industry since 2001 in an effort to pursue a work-life balance. Aside from being a Naturopath, Tony has a background in Reiki, Kinesiology, Bodytalk and Body Psychotherapy.

Tony has the travel bug, and has travelled through Asia, North and South America and Europe quite extensively. He arrived in Brisbane in 2003 and has been living in the Redlands since then.

Tony brings passion, humour and a “can do” approach to his work, always encouraging and assisting others to develop themselves and to transform their health.

He is also passionate about yoga, animals, his English Cocker spaniel Eve and is an avid fan of the English Premier League team, Arsenal.

Tony specializes in: