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Alchemical Heart Zoe Wilson - Naturopath & Herbalist. Bch HSc Naturopathy. Apothecary. Workshops. Consulting from Hills Natural Health Centre & Online.

29/08/2026

Guess what season it is??
Pine pollen season!!
The new buds set free their little fibrous cloaks and burst forth, fat and ripe with pollen to spread their seed in the summer.
Pine pollen is rich in phyto androgens, which are considered almost bio identical with testosterone, DHEA, and androstenadione. This means it can be used as a hormone support, particularly in menopausal or perimenopausal women, who find they may have lower androgens, or oestrogen which causes low libido, low motivation and weight gain.

It also is an excellent support for adrenal dysfunction or sympathetic dominance leading to depleted cortisol levels after long periods of stress. DHEA is needed in the adrenal glands to make cortisol.

The pollen also has a full essential amino acid profile, and contains zinc, magnesium, vitamin E, Vitamin D, and many more. It also contains heaps of antioxidants to counteract inflammation.

Yes, it is hard to find enough to fill a jar to sustain you, and always harvest responsibly, but you can find medicine in your locality, and it is possible. I would recommend taking a bag and scissors, and putting some of the pine flowers into the bag and shaking off all the pollen. The other way is to put the bag around the flower on the plant. This way they still can mature.

06/08/2026

It's time to say goodbye to Hills Natural Health Centre as I move forward in my career and create new and exciting opportunities.
I have been drawn towards hypnosis and sound healing for a very long time.

I am now practising my QHHT - Quantum healing hypnosis technique on the weekends, with a waiting list of people keen to try it.
I am also going to be completing a geoup sound meditation session soon, followed by one on one sound therapy training.
I originally thought that sound healing seemed pretty straight forward and didn't see the need for training. However there is a complexity to it and an artform and knowing the musical theory behind notes, frequencies and energetic blockages are key to really practise therapeutic sound healing tailored to the client.
I cannot wait!

For now, I will be planning to practise Naturopathy on the Saturday's online by request. It is still very much my love and passion but has to take a short back seat whilst I focus on uplevelling. My full time job is completely immersed in Naturopathy as a consultant for Bioceuticals and I am always learning more, so I won't feel disconnected.

I am also running herbal workshops for community garden centres and looking to do more tailored herbal workshops as well..
My plate is certainly full and I love it..

As far as I remember, I have always believed that there is some kind of higher power..Although I grew up believing I was...
14/07/2026

As far as I remember, I have always believed that there is some kind of higher power..

Although I grew up believing I was an Atheist, and no shred of spiritualism was taught in school, or in my personal life, I always knew there was something more out there.Although I didn't believe in religion like my nana did, who was devoutly Christian, I liked to imagine that there was someone listening to my prayers.

I spoke to a god, who I couldn't fathom, but sometimes desperation and wishful thinking was all that it required. There was no other option.

As a child, I felt a spiritual connection to nature. I found it comforting, and I felt alive, I could feel the energy of the thunderstorms, and the change in weather before the clouds rolled in.
I felt the renewal of energy come spring, reflected in the flowers and sunlight, and the sweet smell of the spring air.

That to me was spiritual. Enamoured by creation itself.
Of course that leads one to questioning what else there is. How did nature, people and animals get here?

Many years later in my twenties I found myself seeking out meditation, and listening to gurus and spiritual teachers. It became my life, devouring knowledge and wisdom of the ages. Understanding the universe and the theories that existed. From star beings, aliens, past lives, reincarnation, the power of water, mediumship, clairvoyance, the power of the mind, the list goes on.

I used these tools to try to unravel and let go of, years of trauma and anxiety and confusion.
Of mind patterning of negative thinking and suicidal ideation, depression and feeling completely lost in the world.

I discovered that I could find connection to my higher self through meditation. That I could connect to otherworldy beings, that I could experience random past life regressions without even trying.

It all just happened. But not without the work. Not without opening my mind to the possibilities of reality and the constructs of reality.
Funnily enough, I am the biggest sceptic. I feel almost embarrassed to share the experiences I had. To many people, it would sound crazy.

But I know you are out there. Those of you questioning reality, if there is more...

14/07/2026

I invite you to reach out for more information, or if you are really keen to do a session, get in touch. You can dm me on here, and we can discuss what to expect.

Quantum healing hypnosis is a form of therapy designed to help the client connect more to the overaching themes in their life. Identify behaviours, relationship patterns, physical issues etc and learn how to overcome them.

Sessions can be from 3 to 6 hrs long. They will be conducted at your house, on your bed so you are fully able to relax.
The initial interview portion of the session will be between 1 to 2 hrs long, followed by the hypnosis induction.

It is completely safe, and you are always in control.
The session will be recorded and you will receive a copy.

** I only have 25 spots available, and there will be a waitlist. Availability is very limited.
I am offering these sessions by donation, as I build up my practise and gain valuable feedback.

If you are interested, please get in touch.

08/07/2026

There is so much out there to choose from it can certainly be overwhelming.

Planning to conceive should ideally be started 3 to 6 months prior, to prepare the women's body, and the male's body for optimum egg and s***m health, to conceive the best possible, healthy baby.

Men's s***m account for 50% of fertility and health of the baby. So let's not discount that because too often the pressure falls solely on the woman to get healthy, quit drinking, and prepare herself for one of the biggest things she will ever go through.
So, I always tell my fertility couples that they both need to do the work.

But.. we are talking about preconception for women and how supplements can support egg quality, hormone balance, nervous system function, ovulation, and provide all of the right nutrients for a fertile uterus.

There are thousands I could recommend, and every person is very different. We need to start with baseline bloods to assess B12, zinc, copper, folate, iron, magnesium, full blood count, liver function test, kidney function, gut health, vaginal health and the list goes on. However, the most common supplements that can be used to support a healthy body, good egg quality and the best chance at conception if we are only focussing on the woman, include your Ubiquinol, dosed at about 300 to 600mg daily.

Inositol, at 2g daily, especially when sleep and blood sugar regulation are an issue.
A quality prenatal with activated folate.
Omega 3s, at about 2g per day.
A good probiotic is always important to improve the gut microbiome, and we always look at micronutrients and vitamins to support the hormones and general function.

Every body is different. That is why buying supps off a shelf is the last resort. Always seek quality guidance with a naturopath to do the proper investigations. This is your baby's future, and the choices you make now will impact their lifelong health.

07/07/2026

IF you are trying to conceive, whether for the first time, after pregnancy loss, or at an advanced age, it is always imperative to test the male s***m, and overall health.
General s***m analysis is not enough to consider overall s***m health. Many times, lab ranges for s***m health are also way lower than we would like to see them for good quality s***m.
This includes s***m count, s***m morphology and motility.

If you have recurrent pregnancy loss, or inability to conceive after 6 to 12 months, I would always refer my patients for a s***m DNA fragmentation test to rule out any issues with the s***m that have not been picked up in a standard analysis.

As I mentioned, a normal analysis can look perfect and go on to fertilise an egg, implant and grow, however if the DNA is not up to scratch, the embryo will stop growing.

This is your sign to get your partner properly tested to rule out any causation.
There are of course, many other tests that I would request for the male and female in this situation.
And, good news, of the DNA fragmentation is high, there is something you can do about it.

Get in touch if you need some personalised advice.

***mhealth

06/07/2026

A little information on tracking your fertility at home, without the need for all these fancy apps and fertility devices, if you want to DIY.

Tracking your ovulation is actually quite simple.
Ovulation occurs after our oestrogen and luetenising hormone peaks and our egg is released from the mature follicle which has been slowly maturing throughout our cycle.
As the oestrogen peaks, our basal body temperature raises ever so slightly.

You wouldn't notice it unless you track it.
Taking your body temperature orally every day on waking at the same time before getting out of bed ensures a consistent temperature daily. You mark the temperature on a chart throughout your cycle. Around day 12 to 14 (depending on the woman) after ovulation has occurred, you should notice a slight rise of body temperature, by about 0.3c to 0.5c and some women a little higher.
Your temperature can stay raised until your next period.

Every day from after the end of your period, check your cervical mucus with two fingers when you go to the toilet. You can also note this in the chart (charts are supplied by me specific to fertility charting).

The perfect indicator of ovulation is thin, clear, slippery, egg white consistency mucus. This provides the perfect lubricant to assist s***m in reaching the egg.
Blood tests or dried urine analysis can also be done to cross reference and check the hormones are also where they need to be, and reflect ovulation.

It is quite easy once you understand the process to note your symptoms and body signs. Paying attention to our bodies gives us many clues and we can then interpret the signs.

If you are looking to get pregnant and would like some support on your journey, please get in touch. Appointments are available at Hills Natural Health Centre glen forrest.

16/03/2026

Part 2
How to improve insulin resistance.

Some basic lifestyle hacks:

#1 Reduce stress in whatever way you can to lower cortisol which disrupts insulin sensitivity and conversion of glucose.

#2 Exercise with weights to increase muscle mass, and burn fat more efficiently.

#3 Increase protein to a minimum of 1.2g per kg of body weight and increase up to 1.5g/kg of bw if doing intense exercise over an hour.

#4 Reduce highly refined carbs, that includes white rice, white bread, potatoes, refined sugars. Switch to low GI foods, remove processed sugars.

#5 Exercise after meals, even a 10 to 20min walk to reduce blood glucose levels and burn some of the glucose consumed, rather than it turn to fat.

Supplements: As always consult your practitioner for specific supplements best for you.
Some effective and well researched products include: Myo-inositol, chromium, berberine, herbs like fenugreek, cinnamon, goats rue, nigella, gymnema to name a few.

Always start with diet and lifestyle.

If you want personalised support, reach out, or book in the link in my bio .

A little reintroduction for my new followers here..Hi, my name is Zoe, I am a certified Naturopath and herbal educator. ...
13/03/2026

A little reintroduction for my new followers here..

Hi, my name is Zoe, I am a certified Naturopath and herbal educator. I am passionate about working with plant medicines, good food and nature to realign and reinvigorate our health. I am determined to help my patients feel better, and to reclaim their health through naturopathic education and support.

I address any issue a person comes to me with, however I am particularly passionate about women's hormones, fertility, post partum care, gut health, mental health, and metabolic health.
I ensure you feel safe, heard and validated.
My approach is always to work with you and for your best health.

I am a strong advocate for functional testing to address root cause issues.
And I aim to consider and support a person's mental and spiritual health every time.

Personally, I am a mother, a vegan, a sustainability advicator, and environmentalist, a passionate gardener, animal lover and thirsty learner.

I am always upskilling my education and have begun practical training in Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique by Dolores Cannon to work with a person's physical, emotional, spiritual and past life traumas to access subconcious understanding and quantum healing.

Please reach out to my directly or via email of you would like to get in touch.
You can find me at Hills Natural Health Centre in Glen Forrest on Saturdays.

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