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Step by step to better health

4/11/2022

So much has happened since my last blog in January 2019 and now it’s mid April 2022. Wow! None of us could have guessed how the future would have unfolded.

Many of us already had health challenges to navigate and now we have to contend with CoVid too.

This blog is titled Step By Step and that’s how I see us regaining health and vitality in an ever changing world. Rather than try to change a lot of things about your life and health, take steps one at a time.

Over the past two years, I’ve also had to make changes to counter a diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis as well as having Osteoarthritis from the wear and tear in my joints.

The Rheumatoid was a bit of a shock. You can imagine, a Naturopath of over 30 years, living a pretty healthy life, getting such a serious health problem. My GP thinks it was caused by stress and it’s possible. A very stressful house move may have been the catalyst.

Rheumatoid flares are very painful and cause a lot of damage to joints and bones. The medications can be effective but also have serious side effects. There was a lot of incentive for me to get a handle on this condition.

I worked out that certain foods triggered my flairs and I was able to isolate which ones over the course of about a year. When I am strict with my diet, follow general health principles and stress is not a big issue, I am flare free. Inflammatory markers are low and I feel pretty good.

I’ve got to this point by working step by step. I am not on any medication and for the past two months, not even a Panadol. Naturopathy is working with the individual. What works for a condition for one person may not work for another. We need to take into account your genetic make up, environment, lifestyle and so much more to work out the steps that will work for you. Naturopaths take the time to work this out, while you complete your healing journey step by step and we’ll be with you.

Food Allergy Sensitivity Intolerance Testing Part 2

8/1/2019

.Food Intolerance Testing Part 2

Fixing the problem
Special offer later in this article -
Accurate Food Intolerance Testing involves a small finger-prick sample of blood. The blood test measures the amount of an immune compound called IgG specifically related to a certain food or foods.
There is a large body of science behind IgG blood testing; this cannot be said for other methods such as hair scanning.

Food Intolerances can cause a variety of symptoms and increase inflammation in various areas of the body. Scientists now recognise inflammation as a danger to your heart and other organs.

Not only are you dealing with the symptoms when avoiding intolerant foods, healing the gut and restoring microbial colonies, you are also helping to avoid premature death.

Food Intolerance and IgG is highly relevant to even severe health conditions such as asthma, autoimmune, psoriasis, thyroiditis and depression.

A word about gluten - Gluten is one of the 59 foods tested in clinic and is the most recognised intolerance currently. Once you have an intolerance to gluten or wheat, you may need to avoid all foods containing wheat, rye and barley, even though the issue can be traced back to possibly over-use of a pesticide called Roundup. Even organic wheat, rye and barley products may cause these problems, once you are sensitised.

The best time to test for intolerances is before you stop eating them. The immune compounds stay in the blood for up to three months. If you are thinking of having the Food Intolerance Test done, do not delay. The sooner you know what foods are causing issues, the sooner you can be free of those nagging symptoms.
Special Offer -
The usual ‘stand-alone’ cost of the Food Intolerance Test of 59 foods with results in one hour is $280.
The cost of a Comprehensive Naturopathic Consultation with Check-up including Saliva pH acidity check, SpO2, Pulse, Random Blood Sugar, Iris, Tongue, Nails and optional health questionnaires is $115 for your first visit and $75 for follow up visits.
Put the Food Intolerance Test and the Comprehensive Consultation together for $330 – that’s $65 discount.

This is the end of Part 2 with Part 3 coming soon.
Please contact me for further information.

Yours in good health,
Romi
0421218469

Food Intolerance Testing - Available Now

6/29/2019

Do you suspect that foods could be causing you problems but don’t know where to start?
Food Allergies and Intolerances have grown in prevalence and will continue to grow, with one in four people expected to be diagnosed.

Causes of this growing problem include environmental, gut flora changes, antibiotics, illness, virus, toxins, indoor air pollution, agricultural practices, stress and poor digestion.

Food sensitivity can also be caused by low stomach acid and other digestive enzymes, not chewing food adequately, compromised gut membrane, immune dysregulation, flora imbalances and intestinal permeability (also known as Leaky Gut).

Reflux medications have been shown to promote the development of immediate-type food allergies.

Sensitisation can occur due to associated elements such as the mould on peanuts, the chemicals used in agriculture and naturally occurring enzyme inhibitors in nuts, seeds, legumes and grains.

Many studies have shown the protective effect of breastfeeding in reducing type one diabetes. Probiotics have been shown to reduce milk allergies and prebiotics are beneficial in reducing the prevalence of eczema.

Omega 3 supplementation reduces risk of allergic sensitisation to milk, eggs and other foods in a number of studies. Omega 3 supplementation during pregnancy may be preventative against infantile wheeze.

Maternal intake of Omega 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids may increase the risk of childhood eczema.
Children’s consumption of fish in the first year of life was more important than maternal consumption of fish during pregnancy at preventing eczema at two years.

This is the end of part one - part two coming up soon.
Food Intolerance Testing of 59 foods is available Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays.
Please contact me for further information.

> Yours in good health,
> Romi
> 0421218469 www.naturopathgoldcoastqld.com

Antibiotics No Benefit For Coughs

5/31/2019

Herbal Medicine Works a Treat Though

Cough and mucous production that are the symptoms of a lower respiratory infection, are not alleviated by antibiotics.

Researchers found that when comparing placebo (inert) with antibiotics, there was no significant difference.

Steroids were also used in a different study and found to not assist lower respiratory infections either, unless the person was already diagnosed with Asthma.

Many years ago a pharmacy journal condemned the use of chemical laden cough mixtures for children, stating they did not work and caused more harm than benefit.

HERBAL MEDICINE TO THE RESCUE

A combination of herbs works the best with Ivy Leaf leading the pack. Other herbs include Elecampane, Elderberry, Fennugreek, Mullein plus small amounts of licorice, echinacea and maritime pine - all carefully prepared by a herbalist in a 200ml bottle. Works like MAGIC!!

I've been making this mixture for years with plenty of people coming back months or years later for a repeat, due to another respiratory infection and they know how well the herbal cough mixture works.

If there has been a tendency to too many coughs, colds or flu's, we might add a strong zinc supplement to support the immune system.

If you do not have a local herbalist/naturopath, we can send this to you anywhere in Australia by overnight Express Post.
Phone Romi on 0421218469

Not pretty but pretty delicious

5/20/2019

Food to Nourish YOU

I wonder who else (beside me) might like this sweet but healthy lunch/snack?
Ancient Grains Sour Dough Oat Bread - toasted
Drizzle of Macadamia oil, or olive oil
Smear of Manuka Honey
A splatter of pure fruit jam such as St. Dalfour
Thin slices of avocado and then on top some
Apple Sauce
A delightful blend of warm toast and cold apple sauce
plus the crunch of toast with a soft topping -
so many contradictions in your mouth - I LOVE IT!

Health Funds Still Paying

4/7/2019

News

Changes to Health Funds not affecting Nutritionists - read more.......

Prices for goods and services are increasing everywhere but the cost of seeing a Naturopath will give you returns way beyond the financial outlay.

With our Naturopath Romi, all the necessary tests for a Comprehensive Naturopathic and Nutritional Consultation are included in the one price. The tests provide valuable information enabling you feel your best again as quickly as possible.

Even if Naturopathic Consultations are removed from Health Fund Rebates, Romi is also a Nutritionist and you can claim from your health fund Extras Nutrition. Check with your fund.

If you are having Low level Laser for pain as part of your treatments with Romi, her massage qualification is also registered with health funds.

Phone today to see if you would benefit from a Comprehensive Check Up - 0421218469

Aspirin Users BEWARE

2/4/2019

Kyolic Garlic could be a better option......

If you have put yourself on Aspirin, thinking it could be good for you, or your doctor is helping you prevent cardiovascular events, you need to know the latest.

Scientific studies have just been reported as saying that Aspirin does not provide any greater benefit in preventing heart related events when the bleeding events caused by Aspirin are also included.

Aspirin was found to reduce cardiovascular events by only 11% while it increased serious bleeds by 43%.

Also no benefit was found in preventing cancer death or new cancer diagnosis by taking Aspirin.

Enter Kyolic Garlic - The HERO

The hero of this story is Kyolic Garlic, which a recent study shows has excellent effectiveness in reversing high blood pressure, arterial stiffness, inflammation and benefiting gut microbiota(healthy bacteria).

Garlic was found to have multiple benefits for cardiovascular health with an excellent safety profile and minimal, if any, side effects.

It is best not to make decisions about your medications based in these two studies but it is worth speaking with a health professional about your options. Chat with Romi today 0421218469.

References available on request.

Best Service and the Best Value

1/26/2019

Prices for goods and services are increasing everywhere but the cost of seeing a Naturopath will give you returns way beyond the financial outlay.

With Romi, all the necessary tests for a Comprehensive Naturopathic and Nutritional Consultation are included. The tests provide valuable information to having you feel your best again as soon as possible.

Even if Naturopathic Consultations are removed from Health Fund Rebates in April, Romi is also a Nutritionist and you can claim for those services if you are covered for Nutrition/Dietetics.

If you are having Low level Laser for pain as part of your treatments with Romi, her massage qualification is also registered with health funds.

Sometimes it can work out to be the same paying a fund for Extras Cover or paying out of your own pocket for services. There will be many people deciding if Extras is still a viable option for them.

Staying Healthy While Getting Older

8/23/2018

Pain hurts your ability to have fun......here are solutions....................

The photo shows me a few years ago and I'm just as fit now in my 60's as I was in my early 30's (before that I was always sick; until I learned about natural medicine).
Pain kills the fun in your life.................
Just yesterday, I wore a pair of shoes that severely hurt my feet. My brow was furrowed, I looked worried and in pain and I wasn't having any fun; not like my usual carefree self anyway.
You, or friends or family may feel this way every day. That is no way to live!!
Some important reasons for pain, beside injury or degeneration is your acid/alkaline balance. This is something a good Naturopath (like me) can fix.
Even an injury or degeneration, or any other cause of pain, can be helped by balancing your acidity. I say this from both personal experience and because science says so -
A Japanese experiment showed that the greater the acidity in a joint (even a healthy one) will increase pain in proportion to the increase in acidity.
Major anti acidity foods are vegetables and we all need to eat more of them. One way to consume more vegetables is in smoothies where you can hide them and use other ingredients to make them taste delicious.
Contact me for free smoothie recipes and to make your appointment for a Comprehensive Naturopathic Check Up.
Romi - Gold Coast - 0421218469

Food Intolerance and Weight Loss.

11/5/2017

Are you having trouble with losing weight and feeling great?
Instead of being unsure and before you eliminate foods; you may want a food intolerance test.

Have you tried every weight loss plan you have come across and still can’t manage to lose weight? Food intolerances may be the key to you losing those unwanted kilos.

Unfortunately, in today’s modern world, intolerances are very common and can cause many health problems including:
Anxiety
Arthritis
Bloating
Coeliac disease
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Gastritis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Malabsorption
Water retention
Weight control problems
All of the symptoms listed above could be making it difficult for you to lose weight.

Anxiety, which can lead to increased cortisol levels, can cause weight gain.

Chronic fatigue syndrome can lead to overeating, along with not moving enough because of low energy.

Weight gain is found among people with Gastritis, especially for people who are female, 60+ old, take medication Omeprazole and have High blood pressure. FDA reports 2002-2017.

Insomnia causes increased stress (Cortisol and Adrenalin) and hunger (Low Leptin and High Ghrelin) hormones (drjohnday.com, #057 How to End Insomnia and Weight Gain, 2014).

If you have any of the symptoms above you could be eating the wrong foods for your body, in turn stopping your body from shedding those kilograms.

With a simple (finger-prick blood sample), easy and scientifically proven food intolerance test, I can tailor a weight loss plan to suit you and your food intolerances.
Make a booking with Romi now.
0421218469
www.naturopathgoldcoastqld.com – visit this web site for more information, locations and costs.

Website references -
http://www.food-detective.com.au
http://www.ehealthme.com/cs/gastritis/weight-gain/
http://drjohnday.com/how-to-end-insomnia-and-weight-gain/

Are Your Cells Bathing in Acid?

10/24/2016

Are Your Cells Bathing In An Acidic Environment?

Todays dietary recommendations are so confusing. Eat grain, don’t eat grain; eat meat, don’t eat meat. No wonder we’re all scratching our heads wondering why the experts can’t seem to agree.

Later on in this article, I’ll give you more essential information on meats and grains but for now, it is important to know that your ancestors ate approximately 35% meat and 65% plant matter, which was about 87% alkaline producing.

After eating, digesting and metabolising, food releases either acid or alkaline secretions into the circulation. The combination of an acidic diet with emotional stress, high toxin exposure, exercise and aging can result in an increased acid load in the body.

Soon, I’ll show you what to do about it but first, do you have acidosis?

o Feeling tired or Exhausted
o Lacking Concentration
o Reduced Stamina
o Always Stressed
o Nervousness
o Often Getting Sick
o Painful Muscles or Joints
o Fighting the Signs of Aging
o Lack of Elasticity in the Skin or Presence of Cellulite

Reducing Acidity

The kidneys have a key role in removing excess acids from your body. Quality protein foods such as lean beef, lamb, veal, chicken, turkey, ocean and fresh water fish, and eggs, even though on the acid side of the spectrum have a special relationship with the kidneys which makes it easy for these excess acids to be eliminated (as long as consumption is not excessive).

Grains such as wheat, rice, oats and rye are also acidic in the body and these acids are the most difficult for your body to eliminate. Starchy vegetables such as potato, sweet potato, pumpkin and carrots are all alkaline and make wonderful substitutes for grain based meals.

Most vegetables assist to balance your body by providing alkaline reserves. Try to eat some organic salad greens every day, such as baby spinach, rocket and dark green lettuce along with your other vegetables. These are a tremendous source of alkalising minerals that keep our muscles and bones youthful and strong.

Science Confirms that Overacidity Causes Pain, Bone Mineral Loss and Poor Brain Function

Professor Jürgen Vormann who has been studying acid/alkaline balance for over twenty years, was recently in Australia to present new studies on this topic to Doctors and Naturopaths. Some findings indicated that increasing alkaline minerals in the diet and as supplementation, reduced lower back pain by 50%, improved bone mineral density in post-menopausal women and increased the IQ of boys tested.

Tests for Acidity and Accurate Acid/Alkaline Food Charts

When you book your appointment with our Naturopath Romi, she will test your saliva for pH levels. Your SPO2 (oxygen in circulation) will also be measured. Having the correct pH balance and good circulating oxygen is believed to be vital in assisting the body to prevent cancers from forming and keep you youthful.

There is no additional charge for these tests when you book in for either a one hour or half hour Naturopathic Consultation with Romi.

Romi has over 30 years’ experience as a Naturopath & Nutritionist and started her career as a Trainee General Nurse at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in 1975. Now she devotes her time to helping people regain their health and vitality at three clinic locations on the Gold Coast.

Make a booking now – 0421218469
www.naturopathgoldcoastqld.com – visit this web site for more information, locations and costs.

Free Iridology Readings on Tuesday August 30th

8/6/2016

To celebrate our clinic opening at Giant Chemist Pacific Fair, Naturopaths Aimie and Romi will provide free iridology assessments to introduce you to the wonders your eyes reveal about your health.

You will learn how strong your genetic structure appears in your iris, if your circulation is a problem, over or underactive areas or organs, nervous system issues and other health issues you may like to know about. It is difficult to describe what you might see as each iris is so uniquely different.

To access this free service you must book in advance either in store or by phoning Giant Chemist - 55276700 - phone now

You Can Beat Colds and Flu in Australia's Winter

6/6/2016

Get started straight away on one of the tried and tested remedies I will outline in this blog. It's never too late to support your immune system and stop the COLD or FLU dead in its tracks.
THE SOONER YOU START THE QUICKER THE RESULTS

Herbal Medicines That Work

My family has successfully stopped the development of the first signs of cold and flu for several years now and I have not had a day sick since making use of these super effective formulations that are also available to you and your family. In my clinics, patients have also benefited from taking these highly effective natural medicines.

Echinacea, Siberian Ginseng and Andrographis

These herbs assist your immune system in fighting the nasty cold and flu virus. I will note some research studies at the end of this blog. Andrographis contains a bitter compound that makes your body inhospitable to the virus. Siberian Ginseng strengthens your body and immune system while the Echinacea also ramps up your immune response. These three herbs make a powerful combination and for coughs and congestion, work better than bromohexine(1).

Zinc & Vitamin A

Zinc is essential for your immune system, for healing and for over 200 enzyme reactions in the body. This mineral is difficult to obtain from foods grown in Australia's depleted soils but if you like oysters, then you can eat these to top up on your zinc intake. Vitamin A is essential for the strength of the mucous membrane lining of your respiratory tract which is your first defence against the cold or flu virus.

All In One Tablet

The makers of Australia's leading probiotic brand make a selection of professional strength natural medicines and supplements, including this Immune Defence formula. Make sure all the ingredients mentioned in this blog are present in the formulation as there is more than one product on the market called Immune Defence (or contact me for details 0421218469). Take one tablet every three hours at the first sign of cold or flu symptoms for one day. Often this will stop the illness and you can reduce the tablets. If the cold or flu has become well established, take one tablet three times daily until symptoms subside. For prevention, take one tablet daily. These doses are for adults and for children, please consult a Heath Care Professional.
If symptoms persist, see your health care provider.

Herbal Medicine Research

Relieving symptoms of the common cold, when used in combination with an herb called andrographis. Some clinical research shows that taking a specific combination product containing Siberian ginseng plus andrographis (Kan Jang, Swedish Herbal Institute) by mouth improves symptoms of the common cold when started within 72 hours of symptom onset. Some symptoms can improve after 2 days of treatment. However, it generally takes 4-5 days of treatment for the maximum benefit. Some research suggests this combination of Siberian ginseng and andrographis relieves cold symptoms in children better than echinacea. Also taking a specific product containing Siberian ginseng, echinacea, and malabar nut (Kan Jang, Swedish Herbal Institute) for 6 days appears to improve coughing and congestion better than taking the drug bromohexine(1).
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/985.html
What is echinacea?
Echinacea (say: "eck-in-ay-sha") is a herbal product that may help the body defend itself from the viruses that cause colds, sore throats, and the flu. You can find echinacea products in most pharmacies or health food stores.
Echinacea by B Kligler, M.D., M.P.H. (American Family Physician January 01, 2003, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20030101/77.html)

Zinc for the common cold.
AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS: Zinc administered within 24 hours of onset of symptoms reduces the duration and severity of the common cold in healthy people. When supplemented for at least five months, it reduces cold incidence, school absenteeism and prescription of antibiotics in children.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21328251

Special Consideration For Children

Sick children need special care. One moment your child may have a sniffle and the next he/she is lying limp in your arms. For Gold Coast residents, Giant’s Chemist at Pacific Fair has a Naturopath on duty Monday to Saturday. A Pharmacist is also always on duty and the medical centre offers bulk billing. If you are concerned with your child’s health, come in and speak with one of these friendly professional staff.

Retail Naturopath vs Clinic Naturopath

5/1/2016

Comprehensive Naturopathic Consultations

You might get some very good advice chatting to a Naturopath working in a retail environment such as a pharmacy or health food store.
It might be even more informative and helpful having a Naturopathic Practitioner look closely at your health issues, test various parameters such as saliva pH, blood sugar, adrenal function, iridology and other screening tests and then come up with a well rounded treatment plan that is life changing.

After working in both retail and clinic for the past 30 years, I can see the value of having Naturopaths in both areas.
Just walk into any health food store or pharmacy and you are faced with a massive wall of colours and shapes. How to find the remedy that is just right for you. The choices are almost endless. Having a Naturopath to talk to on the shop floor is like taking the weight of a big decision off your shoulders.

Beyond selecting good supplements to complement your best healthy eating efforts or finding remedies for simple health issues, a Comprehensive Naturopathic Consultation is the way to go if your health is not under your control.
If you've tried a few things and you are just not getting better, or your Doctor cannot find what is wrong with you, get a Naturopathic Check Up.

The results of a good check up takes away the guess work, gives you positive actions steps and is ultimately life changing.

You can be well quickly with natural health care and natural medicines.

Natural Fertility & Conception

2/27/2016

Scientific method to choose the sex of your baby

Already have a child or children and want to be in control in planning your next pregnancy?
Particularly want a boy?
Or, particularly want a girl?

As an Ovulation Method and Conception Consultant for over 30 years, I have helped many couples achieve their dream of having a baby.

How to conceive a boy baby or a girl baby

You can greatly improve your chances of having either a baby boy or baby girl using the method that I teach. The scientific literature shows that your chance of achieving the preferred sex is over 80%.

My current success rate is 100%

Couples who have followed my teachings, based in science, have now all conceived the baby they desired. Please read this email of the latest couple to be blessed -

Good morning Romi,

I hope tis email finds you well.

I'm not sure if you remember myself or my husband, Greg, but we have met a couple of times regarding ovulation charting and 'swaying' our chances to have a particular sex baby. We were looking to sway our chances towards having a little girl. You had advised that the method you were teaching us had a 70% success rate but that everyone you had helped had gotten the sex they had hoped for.

After our consultations and months of rigorous charting we became masters of my my cycle, so we chose the date we believed to be correct and IT WORKED! We are now 21 weeks pregnant with a little baby girl :)

We already have two beautifully scrumptious little boys (Sam 4 and Ricky 3) so she is the perfect addition to our family!

I just wanted to thank you very very much for helping us complete our little family!

Happy results

Some of the couples seeing me specifically preferred a boy or a girl to complete their family. I have to add, all of them had said that whatever the sex of the baby, they would be a most welcome addition to their family, however if there could be an increase in the possiblity of conception going a certain way, they wanted to try this natural method. Happily, in all cases to date, the parents were successful in having a baby of the sex they preferred. I am as happy as any of these parents.

Do not wait! Get started now because the more time we have to plan this event, the greater the possibility of you getting exactly what you want and I can keep my 100% success rate. Phone me (Romi) 0421218469