Why Is Vitamin D Deficiency More Common in Australia?

Why Is Vitamin D Deficiency More Common in Australia?

Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in Australia and New Zealand due to several factors which we will present further in this article. It may come as a surprise that Australians are suffering from low levels of vitamin D with so much sunshine all year round, but sun...
What Happens If Your Thyroid Is Low?

What Happens If Your Thyroid Is Low?

A low thyroid, or hypothyroidism, occurs when your thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormones to upkeep the regular function of your body. The thyroid is a small gland that sits at the front of the neck, and it’s responsible for providing energy to almost all the organs...
What Causes Low Vitamin D?

What Causes Low Vitamin D?

Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, helps your body maintain bone health, protect itself from certain diseases and conditions and have a healthy development. The natural way of getting vitamin D in your body is by getting enough exposure to the sun, as your...
What Blocks the Absorption of Vitamin D?

What Blocks the Absorption of Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is essential for our health, as it helps our body fight infections, absorb calcium for strong, healthy bones, and maintain the health of muscles and the nervous system. Unfortunately, many people suffer from a vitamin D deficiency, as they don’t get enough...
What Are The Symptoms Of Thyroid Problems In Females?

What Are The Symptoms Of Thyroid Problems In Females?

The thyroid gland is a small organ located in the front of the neck and wrapped around the trachea. It’s responsible for making hormones that help control a lot of different essential functions of the human body. If the thyroid doesn’t work properly, this can lead to...
What Are The Symptoms Of Low Vitamin D?

What Are The Symptoms Of Low Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is a very important vitamin your body needs. Unlike other vitamins, it seems that Vitamin D acts more like a hormone, made by your body when you expose it to sunlight. It can also be found in certain foods, such as dairy products or fatty fish, although...
What Are Early Warning Signs Of Thyroid Problems?

What Are Early Warning Signs Of Thyroid Problems?

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that produces hormones tasked with regulating the function of your entire body. When this gland isn’t producing enough hormones or is producing too much, it can lead to a myriad of health issues. Two major thyroid disorders are...
How Common Is Hypothyroidism In Australia?

How Common Is Hypothyroidism In Australia?

Thyroid disease doesn’t always present very clear symptoms. These conditions are known to slowly progress over time, and their effects can lead to several different health concerns. Hypothyroidism is a permanent condition where the thyroid gland becomes underactive...
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION & NEW GUIDELINES

ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION & NEW GUIDELINES

Our latest blog is on Alcohol consumption, Alcoholism, and the New Guideline Many Australians drink Alcohol in amounts that are harmful to their health. This kind of drinking can cause death, disease and injury and is a significant factor in ill health and social harm...
PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST THE FLU

PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST THE FLU

Book your flu shot at Kersbrook, One Tree Hill and Cudlee Creek – Call 08 8483 4721 Why take the Flu Shot? The flu Vaccine protects against influenza. Although all the hype lately is on the COVID vaccine. The flu or influenza can be fatal too. Influenza is a highly...