Functional Medicine

Balancing Blood Sugar on a Plant-Based Diet – What You Need to Know

Blood Sugar, Functional Medicine /

A plant-based diet can offer incredible health benefits—from improved digestion and lower inflammation to a reduced risk of chronic disease. But if you’re not careful, it can also lead to blood sugar spikes, cravings, and energy crashes—especially if you’re relying heavily on carbohydrates without enough protein, fat, or fibre. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or simply […]

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Decoding Your Functional Blood Work – What Glucose, Insulin, and HbA1c Really Tell You

Blood Sugar, Functional Medicine, Hormones /

Have you ever been told your blood tests are “normal”—but deep down, you know something isn’t right? Many people experience symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, cravings, or stubborn weight gain long before traditional lab tests flag a problem. That’s because standard lab reference ranges are designed to detect disease—not to optimise health or catch early

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The Link Between Mitochondrial Health, Inflammation, and Ageing

Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Inflammation, Mitochondria /

If you’re experiencing fatigue, brain fog, poor recovery, or signs of early ageing, your mitochondria may be calling for support. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of your cells—tiny organelles responsible for creating energy in the form of ATP. But they don’t just produce energy. They also play a key role in regulating inflammation, cell repair, and

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Blood Sugar Crashes – The Hidden Side of Hypoglycaemia

Blood Sugar, Fatigue, Functional Medicine /

  When people think about blood sugar problems, they often picture high blood sugar and insulin resistance. But for many, especially in the early stages of metabolic dysfunction, the opposite is true: blood sugar crashes, also known as reactive hypoglycaemia. If you feel shaky, irritable, anxious, or tired between meals—or if you get a burst

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Adrenal Fatigue and Metabolic Dysfunction: How Chronic Stress Impacts Energy, Blood Sugar, and Hormones

Adrenals, Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Hormones /

Do you often feel tired but wired, struggle with energy crashes, or experience unexplained weight gain and brain fog? These could be signs of adrenal dysfunction, commonly known as adrenal fatigue. The adrenal glands play a crucial role in regulating cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. When stress becomes chronic, the adrenal glands become overworked,

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The Gut-Thyroid Connection: How Digestive Health Affects Thyroid Function

Energy, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Inflammation, Metabolism, Thyroid Health /

The thyroid and gut are deeply interconnected, yet many people overlook the impact of digestive health on thyroid function, hormone conversion, and immune balance. Research shows that gut dysbiosis, leaky gut, and microbiome imbalances can contribute to thyroid dysfunction, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, and poor T4-to-T3 conversion. Understanding the gut-thyroid connection is essential for optimizing

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Chronobiology and Your Health: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think

Adrenals, Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Energy, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Hormones, Mitochondria, Nutrigenomics /

What if the timing of your meals, sleep, and even supplements was just as important as what you were doing for your health? Welcome to the fascinating field of chronobiology—the science of biological rhythms. More than just a wellness trend, it’s rapidly becoming a cornerstone of functional and naturopathic medicine. If you’ve been feeling tired,

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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Functional Medicine: Addressing the Root Causes of Autoimmune Inflammation

Functional Medicine, Inflammation /

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes joint pain, swelling, and systemic inflammation. Unlike osteoarthritis, which is caused by wear and tear, RA occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, leading to persistent inflammation, tissue damage, and long-term disability if left untreated. Conventional treatments focus on suppressing symptoms with medications,

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