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Anti-aging, gene testing and hormones. Plus how to know if your supplements are working..

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So here is a quick (impromptu) interview I did with my Naturopath Lawrey Calabro.

I mentioned I’d be getting a blood test done in the last blog post (I’m a psycho bitch). Anyway she’s a wealth of knowledge so I wanted her opinion on what to ask for at the Doctor’s.

She wasn’t ready for the interview, in fact she was consulting me at the time and I said; This is amazing! can I please record that, people need to hear what you just said? So thanks Lawrey! 🙂

Below is the link to the video. (You may need to be on the blog to view video.)

We are running a retreat together along with some other professionals. If you would like to be personally assessed by both her and I, plus learn more about nutrition and lifestyle changes to move your health and energy forward then apply to come, it’s in Melbourne in March. Click here to find out more info, there’s a few spaces left at the time of writing this.

 

I’m a psycho bitch (and a bad girlfriend)

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Well its turns out the accusations are true, and I will show you how it links to my health in a moment, in particular my supplements, or lack of (which I’m not overly happy about)..

If  you are a guy reading this, please turn away now as I’m going to talk about the girly things, you know, tha monthlies.

It all started on a nice weekend away with my man to Sydney and we ended up in hospital for a week (all is absolutely fine now), my point was the trip was extended due to unforeseen circumstances and I was totally unprepared, from a food and supplement perspective..

Anyway, as far as I think, most of the time I feel like a pretty lucky, healthy, friendly, optimistic gal. EXCEPT for the 3-4 days before the monthlies.. On those days you don’t want to cross me, in fact it’s better to probably not look at me at all, unless the suns out and the moon is crossing Mars then all is ok.. lol. (Girls I’m sure you can relate with me here??) but my problem was that this month it was REALLY apparent. To not only others, but to me. I also put my partner through hell, hence the blog title above 🙁

stressed_girl1  What I do know is that ever since I’ve had my child the ‘cycle’ has not been the same. The  symptoms have not been the same. My body hasn’t either… However that all changed when I found  and did BioSignature (after refusing many standard medical prescriptions) and I started taking some  supplements to correct mineral deficiencies and hormonal levels within my body. It’s also what lead  to me finally losing weight post baby… Anyway I digress. What was amazing was that I was able to  get my cycle back to its normal length and it was pain free again, because of the help of the  supplements. (No I’m not saying everyone needs them, this is just my story.)

Well I thought I didn’t need to reply on the supplements THAT much, but clearly I do.. and this  annoys me a little. I, like most of you would prefer to get my ‘nutrition’ from my food, so I’m going for more blood tests to find out what’s wrong. The results of which I will share with you as I believe the information is empowering.

Clearly something is wrong as I have noticed that when I miss out on the Oestrogen leveling Protein powder and fish oil for more than one week, I turn into a fruit cake that month (more so than normal).

So I am going to get prodded with a needle just for you guys (I LOVE NEEDLES, NOT!)

…………..Anyway stay tuned for the results, until then suck it up princess (that’s advice to myself)..

No seriously, your menstrual cycle is a real representation of your health (which is the overall picture when it comes to weight loss). You should aim to get it as regular and pain free as possible. If you want to chat with me in regards to some small things on how to manage this click here to contact me and I’ll get in touch with you soon, (unless of course it’s the 3-4 days where I might kill you) – just kidding!

In the meantime start a very high quality fish oil 9-12000mg/day (12 thousand – that’s not a misprint) ASAP as a start, this does miracles. (Nordic Naturals or Poliquin Brand are two of the best)

Click here to see if I can help you (I promise if I can’t I’ll refer you to someone who can – or will I???? ha ha).

BioSignature Body Fat Assessments – What’s all the hype about?

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714562BioSignature is a body fat assessment tool which brings together the best of Eastern and Western Medicines to determine an individuals health status via a non invasive body fat reading. Through the testing of the 12 sites an individuals priorities are determined and recommendations are given on what changes need to be made based upon the diagnosed priorities.

Common problems which lead to poor health and weight gain which can be determined and addressed are digestive problems, mineral deficiencies, insulin or cortisol problems, thyroid problems, inability to excrete synthetic toxins from the body. Have a look at some reasons why you store body fat where you store it. Symptoms which may benefit from these assessments are; PCOS, Liver Detoxification, heavy metal detoxification, Type 2 Diabetes, depression, libido issues (Male and Female), Eating Disorders.

Each time a reading is performed information from the 12 sites on the body gives us feedback via a set of ‘coloured priorites’. These priorities allow us to target not just fat loss but overall health problems and refer you out for more specific tests if need be.

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The arrows are pointing to the clients body weight and body fat %. The basic meaning is as follows, left to right; (notice this client is leaner, and her pants are loose but she hasn’t lost on the scales)

  • The chin and the cheek – no hormonal correlation, just where you lose fat from typically first.
  • Pec – Testosterone production. Indicates ‘slow to wake up in the morning’ and ‘low libido’.
  • Tricep – Indicates zinc levels. (this site usually goes up after consuming alcohol).
  • S-Scap (shoulder blade) – Carbohydrate sensitivity or intolerance. (yes diabetes indicator if coupled with other readings.)
  • Supra (love handles/muffin top) – Insulin. (blood sugar regulation)
  • Umbil – (Belly button) – Cortisol (stress hormone over production)
  • Knee – coupled cortisol production with sleep cycle
  • Calves – sleep/rest cycle
  • Quads (front of thigh) – Natural oestrogen production and your bodies ability to regulate it.
  • Hamst (back of leg) – Synthetic pollution/oestrogen regulation (plastics are a major culprit for this reading being high), indicating potential liver function which needs addressing and also zinc deficiency.

Usually specific strength training protocols are also set out based upon the individual to maximize results.

The typical results from BioSignature are improved digestion, rapid fat loss, better sleep quality, improved libido, muscle gain, improved energy.

“BioSignature offers a rapid assessment tool of one’s hormonal health to individualize and monitor the patient’s protocols to achieve optimal metabolic health. It combines the best that Ayurvedic, Chinese and Western medical systems has to offer to the patient.” Dr. Abbas Qutab, M.D., D.C., N.D., D. Ac.

 

“Bio Sig is what got me from a size 16 to a size 10” Kate Martin, Personal Trainer

Come and see for yourself. I am a Melbourne Based Practitioner. If you are in Melbourne, Australia, text ‘biosig’ to 0416 628 864 to book your complimentary consultation today, or email me.