Your digestion affects everything
Your digestive system does far more than process food. It plays a central role in immune function, hormone metabolism, nutrient absorption, mood regulation, and inflammation management. When gut health is compromised, the effects show up across your entire body — from skin breakouts and hormonal imbalance to fatigue, anxiety, and weight gain.
Constipation
Chronic constipation is often driven by inadequate fibre, dehydration, gut motility issues, magnesium deficiency, thyroid dysfunction, or stress. I identify the specific drivers in your case and create a plan that restores regular, comfortable bowel function.
Diarrhoea
Frequent loose stools can indicate food intolerances, gut infections, inflammatory bowel conditions, stress, or microbiome imbalance. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for effective treatment.
Digestive enzymes
Inadequate digestive enzyme production can lead to bloating, discomfort after meals, and poor nutrient absorption. I assess your digestive capacity and support it through herbal bitters, enzyme support, and dietary modifications.
Gut lining
Intestinal permeability ("leaky gut") can allow undigested food particles and bacteria to trigger immune responses, contributing to food sensitivities, inflammation, skin conditions, and autoimmune activity. I use gut-healing nutrients and herbs to repair and strengthen the gut lining.
Indigestion & bloating
Bloating after meals, upper abdominal discomfort, and gas are among the most common digestive complaints I see. These are often related to food choices, eating habits, enzyme insufficiency, or microbial imbalance — all of which are addressable through naturopathic treatment.
Nausea & vomiting
Chronic nausea can be driven by liver congestion, gut motility issues, food reactions, pregnancy, or medication side effects. I investigate the underlying cause and provide targeted herbal and nutritional support.
Pathogens
Gut infections including parasites, bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and candida can cause persistent digestive symptoms. Where appropriate, I may recommend functional stool testing to identify specific pathogens and guide antimicrobial treatment.
Prebiotics & probiotics
Not all probiotics are created equal. I recommend specific probiotic strains and prebiotic fibres based on your individual presentation and any test results, rather than a generic one-size-fits-all approach.
Reflux
Reflux is often not simply "too much acid." Low stomach acid, hiatal hernia, stress, and microbial imbalance can all contribute. I address the root cause through herbal medicine, dietary changes, and digestive support rather than long-term acid suppression.
The gut connection to other conditions
Many conditions I treat — hormonal imbalance, skin problems, weight, anxiety, fatigue, immunity — have a gut health component. Improving digestion often creates positive flow-on effects across multiple areas. If you're dealing with several symptoms at once, gut health is often the best place to start.