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01/12/2022

An important message regarding repeat prescriptions and product pick-up over the Christmas/ New Year period.

Please start to consider your supplement requirements over this period and get in touch to arrange your repeat prescriptions as soon as possible. The last day for product pick-up from Wodonga Beauty Room will be Thursday 22 December.

I will be on leave from Friday 23 December and will return as normal on Wednesday 04 January. Any direct messages or emails received during this time will be responded to upon my return.

Thank you always for your continued support ✨

Perri xx

09/11/2022

With the festive season fast approaching, consuming alcohol can naturally become a more regular part of our lifestyles. Here are a few little tips and tricks to help minimise the impact of alcohol on your health over the Christmas and New Year period.

STAY HYDRATED - as a general rule, for every standard drink you consume, consume one glass of water.

PROTEIN - always eat something small and protein-rich before consuming alcohol, some good options include meats i.e. Chicken or Turkey, Greek yogurt, protein balls, hummus dip with veggie sticks and hard-boiled eggs. Protein helps keep you full and satiated, so that you are less likely to reach for calorie dense 'party' foods.

CHOOSE WISELY - opt for clear spirits such as gin or vodka, mixed with soda water. Avoid soft drinks, juices and other mixers. Go for red w**e over white if possible.

SUPPLEMENTS - the body requires specific nutrients in order to metabolise alcohol efficiently - a good Vitamin B complex and some Zinc are my top recommendations. Herbal medicines such as St Mary's Thistle will also help to protect your liver cells against the damage caused by alcohol!
*Always consult with a Health Care Professional before using supplements

MODERATION - remember, alcohol is a neurotoxin and should be consumed in moderation!

25/10/2022

With hay fever season in full swing, many are reaching for their daily anti-histamine to provide symptomatic relief. However, over time, the use of antihistamines can bring about a number of undesirable side effects for the individual.

Quercetin is a naturally occurring polyphenol compound known for its anti-allergic properties, which are attributed to a number of different mechanisms of action, including inhibition of histamine release, inflammatory cytokines, enzymes and mediators, improvement in Th1/ Th2 balance and reduction of antigen-specific IgE antibody formation. These actions combined make quercetin particularly effective for the treatment of allergic conditions, including hay fever.

Natural food sources of quercetin include onion, apples, dark berries, citrus fruits, red grapes, broccoli, buckwheat and green tea. Quercetin is also available in supplement form. Studies have demonstrated that 25mg/ kg body weight quercetin/ day is effective in reducing hay fever symptoms. Always consult a qualified health care practitioner before taking nutritional or herbal supplements.

16/08/2022

In Australia, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are amongst the most common medications used to treat recurrent pain associated with inflammation, such as headache, musculoskeletal pain, arthritis and dysmenorrhoea. However, the long-term use of NSAIDs comes with many undesirable side effects, including gastrointestinal upset, hepatotoxicity, renal injury and respiratory complications.

In recent years there has been a shift towards natural pain management, with a large focus on the anti-inflammatory actions of herbal medicine, Turmeric. Turmeric possesses the anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic actions of NSAIDs, is a potent antioxidant and has hepatoprotective effects compared to NSAIDs, which are hepatotoxic.

Research has shown that Turmeric is as efficacious in the treatment of inflammatory pain conditions, as NSAIDs. A clinical study conducted in 2019 found patients with osteoarthritis who were given high-potency Turmeric (BCM-95) reported comparable positive outcomes to patients given Diclofenac over a 28-day period. Those taking Turmeric also reported significantly less side effects compared to those taking Diclofenac.

Furthermore, the combination of high-potency Turmeric and herbal medicine Boswellia serrata was shown to be more efficacious than NSAIDs in the treatment of osteoarthritis. This combination produced greater positive outcomes than Celecoxib after a 12-week period, with NIL side effects reported.

Whilst herbal medicines are considered ‘safe’, there are some co-prescribing considerations and contraindications with use. Please consult with your qualified health practitioner before commecing any herbal medicines. For information on natural pain management products available, please get in touch.

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29/06/2022

WINTER SKIN

During the Winter months, the cold air, low humidity and increased exposure to heating zaps moisture from our skin causing it to become dry and dehydrated. This effect commonly worsens skin conditions such as dermatitis (eczema), which is characterised by dry, dehydrated skin. When the skin is dehydrated, cell-to-cell communication fails, product absorption is reduced, skin barrier function becomes impaired and our natural desquamation (exfoliation) process slows down, resulting in a build-up of old skin cells. This creates a rough skin texture as well as blockages of the pores, which then leads to congestion and skin breakouts. Dry and dehydrated skin also worsens the appearance of pigmentation and fine lines.

To help prevent dry and dehydrated skin, it is important to ensure that we consume a minimum of 2L of water daily. Only 13% of the water we consume reaches our skin, so it is important to aim high. Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are also excellent for skin hydration, so look at increasing nuts, seeds, avocado, flaxseed oil and deep sea oily fish in your diet or consider a good-quality Omega-3 EFA supplement. Topically, tweaking your skincare prescription with the help of your Corneotherapist will ensure that you are using the correct products for your skin’s needs during the cooler months.

06/04/2022

Herbal Medicines ready to be mixed up. Today consisted of hormone balancing, stress + anxiety formulas, energy tonics and liver support!

29/03/2022

OMEGA-3 ESSENTIAL FATTY ACID (FISH OILS) SUPPLEMENTS

Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) cannot be metabolised by the body and must therefore be obtained through our diet. In certain circumstances there is a need for supplementation with EFAs (fish oil supplements), in order to incur a therapeutic benefit. However, it is important to know what to look for when selecting a fish oil supplement as not all fish oil supplements are created equally.

Ideally we want to choose a high-quality fish oil supplement that is derived from wild caught, deep sea fish, which has been purified and independently tested by a third-party certified lab for environmental toxins, including heavy metals, plastics and pesticides.

It is important that we choose wild caught fish over farmed fish, as farmed fish are typically grain-fed, which changes their omega profile from omega-3 to omega-6 and this can actually exacerbate inflammation! Fish that have been wild caught in their natural habitat, feeding on smaller fish, retain their omega-3 profile, which is a very potent anti-inflammatory.

In this case, practitioner-only fish oil supplements are highly recommended and generally speaking over-the-counter fish oil supplements should be avoided. Always remember, a good quality fish oil supplement should NEVER taste like fish.

16/03/2022

PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)

As many as 85% of menstruating women report experiencing one or more PMS signs or symptoms prior to their menstrual bleed. It is important to note that PMS signs and symptoms are common, but they are NOT normal. Apart from some slight lower abdominal pain/ discomfort, we really should not experience any PMS signs or symptoms prior to our menstrual bleed, at all. PMS signs and symptoms are generally an indication of underlying hormonal imbalances (an imbalanced oestrogen/progesterone ratio is often involved), however with the right care and support you can experience a menstrual cycle free from PMS signs and symptoms.

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171 Lawrence Street

3690

Opening Hours

Tuesday	09:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 19:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 11:00

Website

http://www.ochrenaturopathy.com.au/

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