The ultimate guide to a natural perimenopause
There is a lot of misplaced fear around perimenopause. The important thing is to educate yourself about the pattern of hormonal changes.
"There is no passion to be found in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living."
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NELSON MANDELA
Registered Naturopath
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Post graduate certificate in Sustainable Development
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Certified Wellness Coach Wellness Coaching Australia
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Membership with: Australian Natural Therapies Association Member no 11772
Hi! I'm Simone - lover of nature and all things natural. I'd love to share a few things about myself so that you can get to know me a little better.
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I am a naturopath, herbalist, nutritionist and a health coach, with a special interest in mentoring people to use food and herbs to manage health conditions, feel amazing and thrive.
I had a career in surveying, hydrographic charting and Crown land management before deciding that my passion lay in nutrition and natural health.
Sustainability
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Prior to undertaking naturopathic studies, I completed a postgraduate certificate in sustainable development and I remain passionate about the environment and biodiversity. This passion shows in the way I run my business, using organic and recycled products wherever I can and making environmentally and vegan friendly products available and affordable to my clients.
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Mentoring
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I continue to study and apply wellness coaching and positive psychology so that I can inspire the best results for you.
When you see me as a client you benefit from my many years of PROBLEM SOLVING; planning and strategy; and LIFE EXPERIENCE; combined with my passion for herbal medicine and whole food therapy.
When I'm at home I am a PASSIONATE GARDENER. I love to grow herbs, pretty perennials, succulents and easy salad vegetables. My gardening style is best described as eclectic.
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I love to cook and I'm inspired by chefs such as Yotam Ottolengi, who showcase all the wonderful ways we can eat our vegetables.
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I love to read, and have at least 6 books on my bedside table at any time. I love crime, self help and anything about herbs and herbal medicine.
If I had to pick only one piece of health advice, it would be to EAT MORE VEGETABLES. Vegetables are a delicious and easy way to improve your digestion, skin, hair, nails, and most common health conditions.
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In my clinic I have discovered that many people are busy and eat a small or limited range of vegetables each day. Do you struggle to get excited about vegetables?
I wrote this blog for you: "How to eat more plants"
My naturopathic style
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I am dedicated to a 'FOOD IS MEDICINE' approach to healing, so dietary changes will always be my long term focus, with supplementation of nutrients when necessary to fill an immediate deficiency..
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I believe that herbal medicines are both a powerful and gentle form of medicine. With my liquid herbs, I can create a medicine that is truly unique to you, that will benefit you in many ways.
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I also believe in cultivating balance in your life. I won't recommend unnecessary restriction of the foods or activities that you love. I will only recommend that you remove foods from your diet if it is essential for your healing. Often those beloved foods can be reintroduced when you are well.
I want to redefine health care so that my clients feel encouraged to connect with nature and see themselves as part of the environment, rather than separate to it.
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When I work with you I want to help you to find ways to bring nature back into your life, to reconnect with the earth and it's rhythms.
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I want to empower people by showing you how to tune into the natural cycles of your health and use food and herbs to nourish yourself and your family.
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This is my wish for you, that you will feel
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inspired - supported - empowered
I am in my 50s now, with 3 grown up children. I haven't always understood my body the way I do now, and I have had my fair share of health challenges over the years.
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Some of the health conditions I have experienced first hand are asthma, eczema, period pain, migraines, sinus infections, high blood pressure, vertigo, low iron levels, adult acne, post natal depletion, reflux, gallstones, thyroid nodules and perimenopause.
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If you are interested in hearing more of my personal health story, please read on...