Health by Bianca

Health by Bianca I am a Naturopath, Medicinal Herbalist and Clinical Nutritionist. Here to share what I have learnt about health and healing. A healthy life is a happy life

A much needed escape to Bali 🌸 Over the past week we explored Ubud, Jatiluwih, Nusa Penida & Nusa Lambongan. Each place ...
10/06/2026

A much needed escape to Bali 🌸

Over the past week we explored Ubud, Jatiluwih, Nusa Penida & Nusa Lambongan. Each place had its own magic, but what i loved most was the contrast.

One minute you're navigating the chaos of busy streets, scooters and traffic, and the next you've stumbled across a quiet rice field or peaceful villa where it feels like the rest of the world has disappeared.

A highlight of the trip was diving with the Manta rays who were absent all week until our dive! Watching these gentle giants glide through the water was one of those moments that makes you stop and appreciate how incredible our world really is 💕

Feeling grateful for the adventure, the chance to slow down, and the reminder that sometimes stepping away from routine is exactly what you need.

I'm feeling refreshed, inspired and ready to step back into work tomorrow with fresh energy 🌸

Have you ever noticed that your pot plants seem to thrive when you put them outside during the rain compared to watering...
14/05/2026

Have you ever noticed that your pot plants seem to thrive when you put them outside during the rain compared to watering them from the tap?

Maybe that’s because tap water contains chemicals 🤔

One of the chemicals in tap water is FLUORIDE 💧

People are surprised when they test HIGH in fluoride on my in clinic heavy metal test, especially when they only drink filtered water - but unless you are filtering the whole house you are still getting daily exposure. 🚿

Fluoride may build up over time and block the absorption of IODINE in the Thyroid.

Your Thyroid controls your metabolism so if you’re feeling sluggish or putting on weight you might want to check thyroid AND iodine levels.

Fluoride may also contribute to calcification of your Pineal gland which is involved in intuition and sleep cycles. 🥱

You would never guess what helps to clear excess fluoride from your body!

Tamarind paste- sold at Asian supermarkets and used in curries. Using tamarind in your diet helps to detox fluoride.

Simple home hacks to help you detox and support your health 🥰

We are exposed to more toxins today than ever before - and our brain feels it. 🧠Heavy metals such as Mercury, Aluminium,...
11/05/2026

We are exposed to more toxins today than ever before - and our brain feels it. 🧠

Heavy metals such as Mercury, Aluminium, Lead & toxins like Fluoride can accumulate in your body over time and may contribute to inflammation, oxidative stress, and calcification within the body - including the Pineal Gland.

The pineal gland is often referred to as the 3rd eye 👁️ because of its role in regulating our sleep wake cycles, circadian rhythm and melatonin production. Many people associate it with intuition, clarity, creativity and our connection to inner wisdom. ✨

When the body is overloaded with toxins, people often describe feeling;
🧠 mentally foggy
🧠 disconnected
🧠 emotionally flat
🧠 anxious or overwhelmed
🧠 unable to think clearly or trust themselves

What many people don’t realise is that heavy metals can be difficult for the body to clear once they accumulate. Detoxification is rarely a quick fix. It often requires consistent support over time to gently shift the burden from the body and support the nervous system, liver, gut, and cellular detoxification pathways.

Heavy metals may also accumulate across generations. Exposure can be passed from Mother to baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding meaning some children may begin life already carrying a toxic burden before ongoing environmental exposures are added in. 🧠

I’ve been testing heavy metal toxicity in clinic for over 15 years so have seen what works and what doesn’t. Don’t believe all the supplements or protocols that are advertised for detoxification! Test for targeted advice and protocols designed to support you or your child’s specific needs 💕

🌸 Happy Mothers Day to all the amazing Mum’s out there 🌸Mother’s give so much of themselves every single day; supporting...
10/05/2026

🌸 Happy Mothers Day to all the amazing Mum’s out there 🌸

Mother’s give so much of themselves every single day; supporting, nurturing, caring, organising, and holding the family together 💕

While you spend time looking after everyone else, don’t forget to care for yourself too. Your wellbeing matters.

Fill your own cup the same way you lovingly fill the cups of those around you.
A calm, supported and healthy Mum creates a calmer happier home for everyone 🌸

LOW ZINC - even when someone is already taking supplements; shows up a LOT in my clinic. And this is where it gets inter...
04/05/2026

LOW ZINC - even when someone is already taking supplements; shows up a LOT in my clinic.

And this is where it gets interesting….

It’s often not that ‘you need more zinc’
Instead it shows an absorption problem

When I see this pattern, it tells me:
🍃 The gut isn’t absorbing nutrients properly
🍃 There may be underlying inflammation of dysbiosis
🍃 or the body isn’t utilising zinc efficiently

So what do I do differently?
Instead of just increasing the dose… I change the FORM of zinc.

One of the ways I do this is by using a TRANSDERMAL ZINC CREAM (applied to the feet at night)

🍃this bypasses the gut completely
🍃Helps gently build zinc levels
🍃Supports the body without stress to digestion

Why this matters…zinc is essential for;
✨Gut lining repair
✨Stomach acid production
✨Immune function
✨Hormone balance
✨Skin health

So when zinc is low, digestion and absorption can actually get worse over time

Testing is available in clinic 💚
Please use the link in my bio to find a time that suits you

Your body clears histamine through two main pathways.DAO (diamine oxidase) works in the gut, breaking down histamine fro...
29/04/2026

Your body clears histamine through two main pathways.

DAO (diamine oxidase) works in the gut, breaking down histamine from food before it enters circulation.

HNMT works inside your cells, clearing histamine systemically - and this pathway relies directly on methylation.

When methylation isnt functioning well (for example if you have MTHFR variations) HNMT can't keep up.
This shifts more of the load onto DAO.

The problem is DAO is often already under pressure from;
Gut inflammation
SIBO
Alcohol
Certain medications and
Nutrient deficiencies like copper and B6 can all reduce DAO's activity.

So instead of having two balanced pathways, the body is left relying heavily on one that may already be compromised.

This is why many people don't improve long-term when they focus on lowering histamine exposure. If methylation isnt supported, the underlying clearance issue remains.

To truly support histamine balance, both pathways need to be considered not just what's coming in, but how the body is processing it.
DNA testing offers valuable insight into your unique biochemistry, helping us understand how your body responds and tailor targeted support

Discount days this Friday & Saturday with 20% off all supplements - makes it a good time to come in for a health check u...
27/04/2026

Discount days this Friday & Saturday with 20% off all supplements - makes it a good time to come in for a health check up 💕

I have a few times available for consults
🌟Monday & Tuesdays at flannerys Miami
🌟Thursday & Friday at flannerys Benowa
This Saturday by appointment only

Each consult includes dark field microscopy 🔬
Which helps to see the health of your cells, inflammation, liver stress, immune dysregulation and sometimes parasites or candida 🦠

At the moment my prices are still low- $150 for initial consult, $95 for children, $85 for follow ups. I’ve kept them low to help make health accessible for everyone, but unfortunately I’m needing to increase my fees soon - this will happen in June.

So if you’ve been on the fence about coming in for a consult NOW IS YOUR TIME
Jump on the low cost consult and discount on supplement days 🌟

Boom through the link in my bio or by ringing the Flannerys stores

Let’s stay healthy this winter 💚

Did your child have a tongue or lip tie as a baby?Tongue ties can make breastfeeding more difficult, especially when it ...
13/04/2026

Did your child have a tongue or lip tie as a baby?

Tongue ties can make breastfeeding more difficult, especially when it comes to latching, feeding efficiency and maternal discomfort

But there’s something many parents aren’t told 👇

There may be a connection between tongue ties and genetics - particularly the MTHFR gene.

MTHFR plays a role in folate metabolism (B9) which is essential for early fetal development- especially midline structures (like palate, face, and oral tissues)

When this pathway isn’t functioning optimally, it may contribute to structural variations, including;
Tongue ties
Lip ties
Other midline developmental differences

MTHFR variations are very common - affecting up to 50% population.

If you’re thinking back to your pregnancy - what form of folate did you take?
Many prenatal supplements contain FOLIC ACID, which is a synthetic form of vitamin B9. For some people - particularly those with the MTHFR gene variations - the body may not convert folic acid efficiently into its active form.

This is why many practitioners prefer using Activated folate (5-MTHF / Mathylfolate) or folinic acid

These forms are more readily used by the body and may better support healthy folate status during pregnancy

If your child had a tongue tie, it doesn’t mean something went wrong, but it can be a clue worth exploring, especially if there are other signs like;
🌟 digestive issues
🌟 skin conditions
🌟 mood or focus challenges
🌟 family history of MTHFR or methylation issues

Understanding your genetics can help you support your child’s health in a more personalised way 💙

Book a consult to learn more or test your DNA. Link in the bio

Health Rebates for Naturopathy are back 🙌 check with your insurance provider to see if you’re covered.If you’ve been put...
06/04/2026

Health Rebates for Naturopathy are back 🙌 check with your insurance provider to see if you’re covered.

If you’ve been putting your health on hold, this is the time to come in for a check up.

Make 2026 the year you get your health back on track 🙌

Book a consult using the link in my bio
I’m at flannerys Miami on Monday & Tuesday, flannerys Benowa Thursday & friday. I can also consult via Telehealth / online

Naturopathy + rebates = better health 🍃

18/03/2026

I’m taking a break from coffee ☕️
Which usually means I get bad headaches for a few days. To stop this from happening I’m getting my caffeine intake in other forms 😅 until my body gets used to not having any ☕️
Made these Cacao energy bites to have for breakfast ❤️ 1 cup of cacao packs a punch 👊🏼
Sweetened only with banana and vanilla and lots of eggs for protein - these cacao bites have been my breakfast all week.
No headaches so far 🙌
Great high protein snacks or breakfast idea from Luke Hines cookbook Eat Clean.
Enjoy xx

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