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How to Manage Reflux Naturally

June 5, 2024
Reflux, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the oesophagus, leading to mucosal damage and symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation of food or acid, chest pain, chronic cough, difficulty swallowing and dental erosion. Gut dysbiosis contributes to both reflux and GORD symptoms. Using Microbiome testing to identify the cause, and natural therapies to alleviate symptoms, is the key to managing reflux and protecting the gut microbiome.
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My love affair with Cinnamon

October 30, 2023
Cinnamon has been valued for centuries for its medicinal properties, and research shows it can be effective in reducing high blood pressure, regulating glucose levels, reducing inflammation, and improving cognition.
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Do we have to live with constipation?

October 28, 2023
At the Microbiome Group we use stool testing to determine what may be contributing to a client’s constipation.
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Autoimmune Thyroid Disease and AIP

August 30, 2021
Autoimmune Thyroid Disease is the most common cause of thyroid dysfunction in Australia, affecting around 10-15% of the population. The Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) is used to identify dietary triggers, reduce inflammation, and improve thyroid symptoms.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease and AIP

May 28, 2021
The Autoimmune Protocol has been shown to be an effective adjunct to medical treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. While autoimmune diseases such as UC and Crohn's cannot be cured; the right diet and lifestyle management can help to improve symptoms, reduce the severity of IBD flares and maintain longer periods of remission.
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Hair 500 Bio-Compatibility Testing

April 29, 2021
The Hair 500 Bio-Compatibility Test analyses over 500 different foods and household items to determine what items are compatible with your body on a cellular level. Once the incompatible items are removed, the cells are able to repair and function normally and the body can begin to heal itself naturally.
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Diagnosing Autoimmune Disease

Diagnosing Autoimmune Disease

January 31, 2021
Not all Autoimmune Diseases cause symptoms immediately. It is possible to live with an AID for many years before symptoms become apparent or before an incident occurs that leads to an AID diagnosis.
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Reducing Inflammation In Autoimmune Disease

November 9, 2020
Inflammation can be both the cause of a health condition or else it may be a symptom, but either way, reducing inflammation is crucial to managing and overcoming chronic illness.
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Healing Your Gut is the 1st step to Reversing Autoimmune Disease

October 8, 2020
Research shows that the digestive condition known as leaky gut (or intestinal permeability) is a common factor in the biological mechanism that leads to the onset of autoimmune disease.
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Healing Autoimmune Disease Naturally

September 16, 2020
The Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) is a comprehensive program which focuses on diet and lifestyle factors known to be important modulators of immune function. Healing is supported by the removal of inflammatory stimuli to reduce the chronic inflammation that causes tissue damage.
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What is the purpose of food? By Vicky Ellenport Clinical Nutritionist The Nutrition Factor

What is the purpose of food?

June 17, 2020
For centuries we ate for energy and survival. Now we eat predominantly for pleasure. The difference in this mindset has come about through the enormous changes in the food industry over the past 50 to 100 years.
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Vicky Ellenport

Vicky Ellenport

Registered Clinical Nutritionist and Microbiome Analyst

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