Elixir Naturopathy

Elixir Naturopathy Nutritionist & Naturopath

Melissa is a Brisbane Naturopath with a focus on thyroid disorders and helping clients improve their health naturally.

Melissa works with clients in clinic and online Australia wide.

My go-to supermarket food brands for Hashimoto’s 🫶🏼⁠⁠I know how overwhelming it can feel trying to figure out what to ea...
20/04/2026

My go-to supermarket food brands for Hashimoto’s 🫶🏼⁠
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I know how overwhelming it can feel trying to figure out what to eat when you’re supporting Hashimoto’s.⁠
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Not every product on the shelf works the same way for your digestion, inflammation, or energy, and it can be exhausting trying to “get it right.”⁠
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Here are some of the brands I personally reach for in my own kitchen.⁠
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They are simple, nourishing, and Hashimoto-friendly:⁠
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〜 CocoBella Natural Coconut Yoghurt ⁠
〜 Mingle Seasoning - recipe bases, seasonings & meal toppers ⁠
〜 Mingle Sauces - sweet chilli, tomato & BBQ ⁠
〜 Bragg’s Coconut Aminos ⁠
〜 Pure Harvest milks ⁠
〜 Obap Sweet Potato Noodles ⁠
〜 Orgran Buckwheat & Crispbreads ⁠
〜 Orgran Rice Crispi Breadcrumbs ⁠
〜 Maggie Beer Natural Stocks ⁠
〜 La Tortillería Corn Tortillas ⁠
〜 Gevity Rx Bone Broth & Best of the Bone Broth⁠
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These are all staples that make it easier to prepare meals that actually support your body without stress or confusion.⁠
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If you’d like more guidance on tailoring your diet for Hashimoto’s, my Thrive with Hashimoto’s Program is opening soon.⁠
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Comment “THRIVE” below to join the program today.

You can be eating well, taking the right supplements… and still feel stuck with Hashimoto’s symptoms.⁠⁠One often overloo...
15/04/2026

You can be eating well, taking the right supplements… and still feel stuck with Hashimoto’s symptoms.⁠
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One often overlooked piece of the puzzle is your home environment.⁠
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Daily exposures like dust, mould, poor air circulation, and chemical products can quietly add to the load on an already sensitive immune system.⁠
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When your body is already managing an autoimmune condition, reducing this background load can be a helpful way to support overall thyroid health.⁠
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Small changes in your home can make a difference over time, without needing to overhaul everything at once.⁠
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This is exactly what we explore in Module 3 of my Thrive with Hashimoto’s Program, where we go beyond diet and supplements and look at practical ways to support your body through your environment.⁠
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💫 The program begins 20th April.⁠
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Comment “WAITLIST” below to join the waitlist and receive exclusive pre-launch pricing.

Before you ask what supplement to take for your thyroid… read this.⁠⁠One of the biggest mistakes I see with Hashimoto’s ...
13/04/2026

Before you ask what supplement to take for your thyroid… read this.⁠
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One of the biggest mistakes I see with Hashimoto’s support is jumping straight to supplements.⁠
Another adaptogen.⁠
A different thyroid blend.⁠
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But without the foundations in place, supplements often don’t move the needle the way people hope.⁠
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Thyroid health is deeply connected to your daily inputs, including:⁠
〜 how balanced your meals are ⁠
〜 how stable your blood sugar stays throughout the day ⁠
〜 the quality of your sleep ⁠
〜 your stress load ⁠
〜 and the state of your nervous system⁠
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These factors influence inflammation, immune activity, and how supported your thyroid actually feels.⁠
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Supplements can absolutely be helpful.⁠
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But they work best when the foundations are already there. ⁠
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If you’re navigating Hashimoto’s and want guidance on where to start, my Thrive with Hashimoto’s Program begins 20th April.⁠
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Join the waitlist now to access exclusive pre launch pricing. Comment WAITLIST below 💫

It’s not you. It’s your nervous system.⁠⁠Most of us think our struggles with Hashimoto’s, fatigue, mood swings, or even ...
09/04/2026

It’s not you. It’s your nervous system.⁠
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Most of us think our struggles with Hashimoto’s, fatigue, mood swings, or even overthinking are “just who we are” or “personality traits.”⁠
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But the truth is it’s physiology, not personality. Your nervous system shapes how you feel, how your body responds to stress, and even how your hormones function.⁠
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Learning to tune into and regulate your nervous system can change how your body feels, how your Hashimoto’s symptoms show up, and even how you move through your day.⁠
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✨ Want to see if your nervous system could be your primary trigger?⁠
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Comment “HASHIMOTOS” below and I’ll show you where to start.

Have you joined the waitlist yet? The waitlist gets first access 🫶🏼⁠⁠If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed trying to manage...
08/04/2026

Have you joined the waitlist yet? The waitlist gets first access 🫶🏼⁠
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If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed trying to manage Hashimoto’s on your own, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.⁠
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Thrive with Hashimoto’s is designed for you. A program created to help you understand your body, support your thyroid, and build sustainable habits that actually make you feel better.⁠
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To say thank you to the women who have been following along and wanting deeper support, I’m releasing a special waitlist-only offer.⁠
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💫 For 24 hours only, waitlist members will get access to the program for $99💫⁠
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After that, the program will return to its full price of $249.⁠
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If you’re already on the waitlist, you’ll be the first to know when the offer goes live so you don’t miss it.⁠
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If you’re not yet on the list, now is the time to join.⁠
Comment “WAITLIST” below and I’ll send you the details so you can secure the launch offer. 🤍

Some days your capacity is lower. And that’s okay.⁠⁠You might only have 40% energy, focus, or motivation to give.⁠⁠But i...
02/04/2026

Some days your capacity is lower. And that’s okay.⁠
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You might only have 40% energy, focus, or motivation to give.⁠
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But if you show up and give that 40%, you still gave 100% of what you had available that day.⁠
And that counts 🤍⁠
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Progress isn’t always about doing more.⁠
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Sometimes it’s about honouring where your body and mind are at, and showing up anyway.⁠
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💌 Save this for the days you need the reminder.

Are you currently managing Hashimoto’s and overwhelmed by all the diet advice on the internet? This one’s for you 🫶🏼⁠⁠If...
26/03/2026

Are you currently managing Hashimoto’s and overwhelmed by all the diet advice on the internet? This one’s for you 🫶🏼⁠
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If you’ve ever searched "What to eat with Hashimoto’s" online and walked away more confused than when you started, you’re not alone.⁠
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The internet often presents dietary approaches as all-or-nothing, which can feel overwhelming and unrealistic, especially when you’re already managing symptoms.⁠
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Nutrition for Hashimoto’s isn’t a strict rulebook. It exists on a sliding scale. For many people, the foundation is simple and sustainable: ⁠
〰️ Adequate protein ⁠
〰️ Plenty of vegetables and fibre ⁠
〰️ Stable blood sugar ⁠
〰️ Regular meals⁠
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From there, targeted trials like gluten-free can be helpful.⁠
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An elimination diet can be valuable for a season when symptoms or antibodies are flaring, but it’s not designed to be forever.⁠
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The most effective plan is not the most restrictive one. It’s the approach you can maintain long-term and that genuinely improves how you feel without adding to your stress levels.⁠
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Are you looking for a realistic approach to improving your symptoms? Comment WAITLIST below to learn more about my upcoming Thrive with Hashimoto’s course 🤍

Hashimoto’s antibodies are dynamic, not fixed 👇⁠⁠Hashimoto’s is diagnosed by measuring thyroid antibodies, most commonly...
23/03/2026

Hashimoto’s antibodies are dynamic, not fixed 👇⁠
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Hashimoto’s is diagnosed by measuring thyroid antibodies, most commonly Thyroid peroxidase (TPO) and Thyroglobulin (TgAb).⁠
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What often isn’t explained is that these antibody levels are not fixed.⁠
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They can rise and fall over time, influenced by a range of internal and external factors.⁠
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〰️ Inflammation ⁠
〰️ Gut health ⁠
〰️ Nutrient status ⁠
〰️ Blood sugar regulation ⁠
〰️ Stress ⁠
〰️ Sleep ⁠
〰️ Immune triggers⁠
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All play a role. And because these drivers/sustaining factors differ from person to person, a strategy that helps one individual may not be effective for another. While most people have a combination of factors, there is usually one overarching trigger/sustaining factor.⁠
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Understanding what’s driving your antibody activity matters. When the immune system is less stimulated by its triggers/sustaining factors, antibody levels may reduce and thyroid tissue can be better protected over time.⁠
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This isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about targeted, informed support.⁠
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If you’d like clarity on what may be triggering your Hashimoto’s symptoms right now, take my free quiz. Comment HASHIMOTOS below and I’ll send the link straight to your inbox. 🤍

One of the biggest game-changers we see in Hashimoto’s management? Identifying and removing/modifying or managing the pr...
19/03/2026

One of the biggest game-changers we see in Hashimoto’s management? Identifying and removing/modifying or managing the primary trigger 👏🏼⁠
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When my clients focus on their main trigger, like removing gluten, and support digestive health, we consistently see thyroid antibodies decrease over time.⁠
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Hashimoto’s isn’t caused by food alone, but addressing the root trigger can have a profound impact on immune activity.⁠
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If you’d like clarity on what may be triggering your Hashimoto’s symptoms right now, take my free quiz.⁠
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Comment HASHIMOTOS below and I’ll send the link straight to your inbox 💫

Normal labs. Persistent symptoms. This one is for you…⁠⁠Being told your blood tests are “normal” while you still feel ex...
16/03/2026

Normal labs. Persistent symptoms. This one is for you…⁠
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Being told your blood tests are “normal” while you still feel exhausted, foggy, bloated, or unwell can be deeply frustrating.⁠
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Many people with Hashimoto’s are left doubting themselves when their experience doesn’t match their lab results.⁠
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Thyroid and autoimmune conditions are rarely reflected by a single marker or reference range. Labs are important, but they are only one part of a much bigger picture.⁠
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You also need to consider: ⁠
〜 Immune activity ⁠
〜 Inflammation ⁠
〜 Gut health ⁠
〜 Nutrient status ⁠
〜 Blood sugar regulation ⁠
〜 Stress ⁠
〜 Sleep⁠
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Feeling unwell with “normal” results does not mean nothing is wrong.⁠
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Are you looking for a realistic approach to improving your symptoms?⁠
Comment WAITLIST below to learn more about my upcoming Thrive with Hashimoto’s course 💫

Overwhelmed by what food to eliminate with Hashimoto’s?⁠⁠Trying to identify food triggers with Hashimoto’s can quickly s...
12/03/2026

Overwhelmed by what food to eliminate with Hashimoto’s?⁠
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Trying to identify food triggers with Hashimoto’s can quickly spiral into cutting more and more foods… often without real clarity.⁠
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The goal isn’t restriction. It’s information.⁠
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➡️ Start with awareness before elimination. A simple 10 to 14 day symptom map can reveal patterns you might otherwise miss. Track energy, mood, digestion, skin, sleep, joint pain and cycle changes.⁠
➡️ Then consider timing. Some reactions are immediate, while others show up 24 to 72 hours later, which is why random cutting rarely gives clear answers.⁠
➡️ If you do trial an elimination, keep it structured and short-term. Choose one to two common triggers, often gluten and dairy, for a minimum of four weeks. Keep meals simple, not perfect.⁠
➡️ Most importantly, reintroduce foods properly, one at a time, and monitor symptoms for a full 72 hours.⁠
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And remember, if you feel like you react to everything, it is often a sign that gut health, stress or underlying inflammation need support, not that your safe food list needs to shrink further.⁠
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If you’d like clarity on what may be triggering your Hashimoto’s symptoms right now, take my free quiz.⁠
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Comment HASHIMOTOS below and I’ll send the link straight to your inbox 💫

If food isn’t the cause, why does it sometimes make things worse?⁠⁠Food triggers do not cause Hashimoto’s. It is an auto...
11/03/2026

If food isn’t the cause, why does it sometimes make things worse?⁠
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Food triggers do not cause Hashimoto’s. It is an autoimmune condition with genetic and environmental drivers. But in some people, certain foods can contribute to immune activation, particularly when the underlying terrain is already primed.⁠
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When the gut lining is irritated or more permeable, larger food proteins may interact with the immune system more readily. If dysbiosis (an imbalance in the microbiome) is present, inflammatory signalling can increase and immune regulation may shift. Add in chronic stress, poor sleep, and key nutrient gaps, and the immune system becomes more reactive overall.⁠
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This is why the conversation is rarely just about removing a single food. Supporting gut integrity, microbial balance, inflammation, and stress resilience is often just as important as identifying individual triggers. ⁠
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The goal is not fear around food, but creating an internal environment where the immune system feels less compelled to over-respond.⁠
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Are you looking for a realistic approach to improving your symptoms? Comment WAITLIST below to learn more about my upcoming Thrive with Hashimoto’s course 🤍

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My Journey Into Natural Health

Hi & welcome.

I’m Melissa, degree qualified Naturopath & owner of Elixir Naturopathy. At 27 I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and underwent a total thyroidectomy leaving me in a hypothyroid state.

I struggled with anxiety and depression for years prior to my diagnosis only to be told that it was just part of growing up and without anyone considering the underlying cause.

I realised that there wasn't much information out there for those dealing with a thyroid disorder, so embarked on my own journey to learn as much as I possibly could about how I could turn my health around. What I learnt, along with my health science degree helped me to get my health back.