Determining the cause of back pain can be complicated. Several reasons can contribute to the condition, like improper posture, age, pregnancy, depression, obesity, etc. While you can always opt to treat the condition through acupuncture at the Brisbane Livewell Clinic, we have also compiled a list of habits that you should develop to prevent or

Food Intolerance, Hypersensitivity and Allergies. These terms tend to be interchangeable! Get to know the key differences and read on to find out how we can assist in identifying the culprits and get to the root of the problem. Food Allergies Typically invokes an immediate immune response, within 2 hours of ingesting the substance. Known as

Celebrating an ancient global practice in modern times   We pay tribute to the culture of Herbal Medicine, take a look at herbs in practice and consider what the future holds for plant based medicine in the wake of climate change. Finally, we suggest ways to celebrate this week!   The Plant Kingdom – the longest

Are You Suffering from Reoccurring Urinary Tract Infections?   “AHHHH I’M ITCHY, BURNY AND TOTALLY UNCOMFORTABLE DOWN THERE!” Okay sister, we understand, most women will experience urinary tract infections (UTI’s) in their life.  It’s a common condition and can be treated with minimal side effects naturally.   Conventional medicine will often utilise antibiotics as a first

As women approach middle age, they start worrying about their wrinkles around their eyes and grey hair. However, there are some common things which they either completely ignore, or overdo, in order to regain their youth. Check our slightly cheeky list of the most common mistakes women make in middle age:) 🙂 Not Realising the

The Facts.  About 61,000 Australians are diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD (1) There are 2 forms, Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and Crohn’s Disease (CD).  While UC mainly affects the rectum and colon, CD can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract (from mouth to anus). One of the main differences between the 2 conditions  is the

McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release®    Surgical interventions around the world continue to rise. The resulting scars are an ever-present reminder of the day of that surgery. Scars also arise from accidents, wounds from wars and conflicts, personal attacks and many other traumas.     What Scars can do to us. Scars may have a huge influence

Eczema is a term used to describe either rash-like skin conditions or disorders affecting the immune system but is specifically referred to disorders that affect the skin. The BHC Medical Centre reports that 10-15 percent of Australians suffer from Eczema also, known as atopic dermatitis. Causes. There is no known cause of Eczema but it is believed that it

Naturopathic Care for Children is a great way to experience a more comprehensive approach to your child’s health and wellbeing and can also be complementary to working with your GP, Paediatrician or other Health Care providers. We’ve all heard the expression “Only a Mother knows” but sometimes when it comes to our kid’s health it can also mean not quite

Fatty Liver is the most common chronic liver disease in the Western world and it is most commonly detected in people aged between 30 to 50.(1)  There are 2 types – Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). In both types, the cells of the liver become ‘Fatty’. Fatty Liver disease is potentially a