Senescence and ageing skin Research has identified the skin as a common site for the accumulation of senescent cells, a hallmark of ageing. Senescent cells are those that have ceased replication but continue living. Within the skin, they contribute to ageing further by damaging neighbouring cells, degrading the extracellular matrix and increasing tissue fibrosis. Conversely, … Read more
Our skin is a reflection of our internal health. The quest for radiant healthy skin is often focussed on external treatments such as creams, lasers, and various other topical therapies. Whist these therapies may assist in temporarily improving the appearance of the skin, they often work on the superficial levels of the dermis and epidermis … Read more
In recent years, carbohydrates have become the ultimate dietary scapegoat, blamed for everything from obesity to chronic disease. The rise of various low-carb diet trends has painted carbohydrates as the enemy of gut health and weight management, leading many to severely restrict or eliminate this essential macronutrient from their diets. This villainization has been particularly … Read more
Dr Mark Hyman explains the importance of a healthy gut, a diverse microbiome and reducing inflammation for optimal health. Important note: for my Australian readers, please consult your qualified naturopath for high grade Australian TGA-approved products and DO NOT order products on line as you have no control over quality. Mark was not … Read more
What is meant by the ‘Gut-Brain Axis’? The connection between the gut and the brain, known as the Gut-Brain Axis, is a rapidly progressing field of research. Scientists are discovering more about how the gut and brain are connected. Every month, new data from universities and labs worldwide shows how important gut microbes are for human … Read more
You may be familiar with terms like gut microbiome, gut flora, microbiota, gut bugs ….all these relate to the millions of microbes that inhabit our body, especially our digestive tract. What is a microbiome? An easy way to think about the microbiome is to first consider a “macrobiome.” Picture a flourishing rainforest or thriving tundra … Read more
Sleep remains an underestimated component of health, and the gut microbiome may be a significant influence. Connections exist between the GI microbiome and sleep physiology. The Gut Brain Axis, variations in the light/dark cycle, inflammation, as well as microbiome abundance and diversity may elucidate factors linking the gut microbiome and sleep physiology. Addressing the Gut … Read more
Science and research are ongoing, often revealing new evidence that sometimes challenges long-standing and long-held theories. What precedes many of these scientific findings is decades of clinical evidence – so once science catches up, it’s really exciting. SHATTERING THE SEROTONIN THEORY OF DEPRESSION “Although it is often stated with great confidence that depressed people have … Read more
Article courtesy of Deborah Freudenmann, BHSc(Nat) Candida Albicans is one of the common fungal yeasts occurring naturally in the body. It lives in harmony with a large variety of microorganisms and performs some critical functions. However, patients may develop symptoms when some lifestyle-linked environmental conditions disrupt the balance of the microbiota of the body. The … Read more
What do probiotics actually do? Are they necessary? Believe it or not but our bodies have an internal ecosystem that is non human. We are a host to trillions of bacteria! These bacteria are our life force and play an important role in our ability to function as a living being. Without bacteria we simply … Read more
