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The Rise of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)

We’ve had an increase in enquiries recently from clients who have been diagnosed with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) asking how we can help, so in this month's blog we're going explain what it is, why more people are being diagnosed…
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The Link Between Stress, Cortisol and Allergies

The crazy rush of December is over, as is the excess of food and drinks that many of us have consumed over the holiday period. Some of you may still be feeling sluggish, tired, unmotivated and your allergy symptoms are really causing you…
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Artificial sweeteners: sugar-free, but at what cost?

Summer is here and for some that means hitting the gym and watching what you eat.  Often this means eating more "sugar free" and "low calorie" snacks to try to reduce the amount of calories you're consuming.  Although these foods…
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Bushfire Smoke and Allergies

As many of us have heard, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has officially confirmed that we have moved into an El Nino weather pattern, and with that comes the predictions of a severe bushfire season in Australia. This prediction is particularly…
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There's more to hay fever than just pollen!

Spring has arrived, and along with it hay fever, which affects 1 in 5 Australians and New Zealanders. This number is ever increasing due to higher stress levels, lowered immunity and climate change. So what is actually hay fever?…
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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

Most of you will have heard of MSG and know it has something to do with improving the flavor of foods, but many of you wont realize just how much of it is in our processed foods and how much you may be consuming it! MSG stands for…
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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and Allergies

SIBO is a chronic gut condition, which can lead to leaky gut, and the development of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. SIBO and allergies often occur concurrently. What is SIBO? SIBO is defined as an abnormal number…
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Lectin Sensitivity

Naturally occurring lectins in food are difficult to digest and can trigger symptoms in some people, known as lectin sensitivity. So, what are lectins? What are foods high in lectins? What are lectins? Lectins are a type of protein…
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Podcast E14 - Christmas Allergies

The festive season is a time to celebrate with family and friends, usually with lots of eating an drinking! Although, Christmas can also present with some unique allergy triggers. There are some common Christmas allergies to keep an…
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Podcast E13 - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue, that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. CFS can occur at any age, but it most commonly affects people…