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The Intricacies of Iron Deficiency with Lisa Costa Bir and Alison Mitchell

Jan 30, 24
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Family Naturopath Alison Mitchell explores the fascinating mechanisms in iron metabolism, differentiating iron deficiency to iron deficiency anaemia, testing and supporting patients holistically by treating the root cause.

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Feb 19, 18
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Our microbiota is a complex community of organisms working together to maintain dynamic ecological balance. Of the trillions of bacteria that inhabit the human body, 80% live in the gut.[1] These bacteria are not only essential for normal GI function, but also for systemic processes, brain development and function, behaviour, and cognitive and emotional processing. 

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Supplements Benefit Mental Health with Prof Julia Rucklidge

Jan 24, 18
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When it comes to mental health, can supplements play a therapeutic role, or are they just "expensive urine?" Well thanks to researcher Professor Julia Rucklidge from Massey University, we have some answers.

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Dec 08, 17
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A recent study has found that Vitamin B3 (niacin) could play a prophylactic role in the prevention of congenital malformations. 

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Jul 21, 17
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Theories surrounding when is the best time to take a probiotic supplement in order to yield the best, actionable benefits has long been a source of contention. One recently published study has highlighted that there seems to be little difference to the measurable outcomes. 

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Oct 10, 16
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Getting sick when pregnant is a nightmare because normal medical therapies often cannot be used. Instead traditional remedies are called upon to offer relief from illness.

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Feb 18, 16
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Reviewing the safety of chromium following recent headlines claiming it may cause cancer 

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Jan 21, 16
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What are the most vital nutrients needed when supplementing in pregnancy and why?

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