Sonja Ljavroska - Naturopath

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Sonja Ljavroska - Naturopath

As The Feminine Reset Mentor, I guide women back to their natural rhythm—where stress softens, hormones rebalance, and energy flows with ease. Blessings
Sonja

I help you reclaim your calm, your vitality, and your vibrant sense of self. Hello Beauty

My Name is Sonja & I'm a Soul Aligned Naturopath

What is a Soul Aligned Naturopath you ask? My focus is a holistic approach to your healing
I incorporate my Naturopathic talents, life skills, meditation, self awareness, self nurturing & much more to bring you back to your most aligned & healthiest self. Empowering Women to live their most Healthiest, Aligned, Purpose filled Life through healing their bodies & reconnecting with themselves.

08/03/2026

To the women who keep going, even when they’re tired.

To the women rebuilding their health, their strength, their sense of self.

To the women learning to listen to their bodies, after years of pushing through.

To the women remembering that rest is not weakness, intuition is not irrational, and softness is not something to apologise for.

There is power in a woman who reconnects with her body.
There is magic in a woman who trusts her inner wisdom.

Today we honour the strength, resilience, and quiet courage of women everywhere.

May we continue to support one another, uplift one another,
and remind each other of the power we carry within.

Happy International Women’s Day ✨

05/03/2026

When working with a Naturopath, you’re not just swapping one solution for another - you’re unlocking a deeper understanding of your body’s potential for healing and growth.

Naturopathy takes a holistic approach, addressing the root causes of imbalance to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive.

Please allow yourself the openness to receive this when working with a Naturopath 🌿
Sadly I see so many ridged in their expectations & give-up before they’ve even begun when working with a Naturopath.

Your body ist deficient in chemicals, your body is lacking safety, balance & nourishment.

04/03/2026

Before chasing hormones, let’s make sure our Nervous System isn’t the one screaming & throwing out all the symptoms we are feeling!

Our Nervous System controls a LOT in Perimenopause & very rarely do we start there 😞

Your gut, thyroid, sleep, food choices, mood, your WHOLE body relies on how well your Nervous System functions in your 40’s!

Your GP won’t tell you this because sadly there is nothing to prescribe & they don’t understand the importance of your Nervous System on your hormones!

If you want to get to the root of your symptoms you need to seek alternative care otherwise you’ll just be throwing temporary bandaid solutions that won’t even touch the root cause 🥴

01/03/2026

W E L C O M E M A R C H 💛

There is something about the 1st of the month that feels like permission.
Permission to begin.
Permission to reset.
Permission to finally do the thing.

But here’s the truth no one tells us…

You don’t need a new month.
You don’t need the “right time.”
You don’t need to wait until the kids are older, work is calmer, hormones settle, or life feels less chaotic.

Because if you’re waiting for life to calm down before you prioritise yourself; you’ll be waiting forever.

And I see this so often with women.

You’ll research the gut protocol.
You’ll read about balancing hormones.
You’ll save the post about circadian rhythm and nervous system healing.
You’ll say, “I’ll start when things slow down.”

But healing doesn’t happen when life slows down.
Healing happens when you decide you matter, even when life is full.

🌿 The woman who regulates her blood sugar
🌿 The woman who eats protein before coffee
🌿 The woman who goes to bed 30 minutes earlier
🌿 The woman who books the appointment
🌿 The woman who stops outsourcing her power

She isn’t waiting for perfect timing.

She is creating safety in her body, one small decision at a time.

And here’s what I want you to think about today…

Where in your life are you waiting for permission?
Where are you postponing your vitality?
Where are you telling yourself, “Not yet”?

Your gut health.
Your hormones.
Your energy.
Your sleep.

They are not a luxury project for “one day.”
They are the foundation of how you show up for everyone else.

This March isn’t about overhauling your life.
It’s about choosing one aligned action — and doing it consistently.

Not dramatically.
Not perfectly.
Just intentionally.

✨ The right time is rarely found. It’s created.
✨ The confident version of you is built through repetition.
✨ The woman you want to become starts with one decision today.

So tell me…
What is the one thing you’re no longer waiting to start? 💛

I hope you have the most amazing month yet 🙌🏻✨💛

24/02/2026

🥦 Broccoli isn’t “just a veggie” — it’s hormone support on a plate.
Especially in perimenopause.

Here’s why your body LOVES it:

1️⃣ It supports oestrogen detox (the gentle way)

Broccoli contains compounds called glucosinolates that convert into sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol.

These compounds:
✨ Support Phase I & II liver detox
✨ Help metabolise excess oestrogen
✨ Reduce the “estrogen dominance” picture
✨ Support breast + uterine tissue health

For women dealing with:
– PMS
– Heavy periods
– Tender breasts
– Mood swings
– Insulin resistance

This matters.

2️⃣ It feeds the gut bacteria that balance hormones

Broccoli is rich in:
🥦 Prebiotic fibre
🥦 Sulforaphane
🥦 Polyphenols

These help:
🦠 Increase beneficial bacteria
🦠 Reduce inflammatory species
🦠 Improve beta-glucuronidase balance (huge for oestrogen recycling)

And we both know… If the gut isn’t right, hormones won’t be right.

3️⃣ It supports insulin sensitivity

Perimenopause + insulin resistance = the stubborn midsection weight your clients hate.

Broccoli:
✔️ Slows glucose absorption
✔️ Improves insulin response
✔️ Reduces inflammatory signalling

Which means… Less blood sugar chaos ➡️ more stable hormones.

And can we talk about the STALKS?!

The stalks are:
– Higher in fibre
– Rich in the same glucosinolates
– Incredible for gut motility
– Often the most nutrient-dense part

But women throw them away 😭

Slice them thin.
Roast them.
Add them to soups.
Shred into salads.

Your liver and microbiome will thank you.

Save this.
Send it to the friend who says broccoli is boring.
And tonight? Eat the stalk. 🥦✨

20/02/2026

Most women in perimenopause are told to use apple cider vinegar for “low stomach acid.”

But what if it is helping you AFTER meals? 👀

That is a metabolic clue‼️

In perimenopause, oestrogen fluctuations and declining progesterone increase the likelihood of insulin resistance.
Add higher cortisol, disrupted sleep, and muscle loss, and post-meal glucose control becomes far more unstable.

And this is where apple cider vinegar becomes interesting.

The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar has been shown in human studies to:

💥 Improve insulin sensitivity
💥 Reduce post-meal glucose spikes
💥 Slow gastric emptying (yep! Think GLP-1 boosting! Naturally!)
💥 Improve satiety

Research published in journals such as Diabetes Care and the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has demonstrated that vinegar ingestion with carbohydrate meals can significantly lower postprandial glucose and insulin responses.

This is not just a “digestive hack.” It is a metabolic tool.

So if you feel:
– Less sleepy after meals
– Fewer carb cravings
– More stable energy
– Reduced bloating after carbs

Taking it after food may be supporting glucose regulation, not just stomach acid.

That said, timing still matters.

If you have:
• Chronic protein bloating
• Long-term PPI history
• Clear signs of hypochlorhydria

Before meals is often more appropriate.

The key point?

Perimenopause changes the metabolic landscape.

If something works, your body is giving you information. The goal is to understand why.

If you are navigating weight gain, crashes, or insulin resistance in perimenopause and want a structured, root-cause approach instead of random wellness trends, send me “RESET.”

Let us regulate the gut and the glucose properly. 🌿

17/02/2026

Asparagus: the underrated hormone + gut healing veggie 🌿✨

Most women think asparagus is “just a side dish”…

But for gut + hormone health?
She’s elite.

Here’s why 👇

✨ 1. Feeds your good gut bacteria
Asparagus is rich in inulin — a prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus.

A healthier microbiome =
✔ Better digestion
✔ Reduced bloating
✔ Stronger gut lining
✔ Improved oestrogen metabolism

And yes… your gut health directly impacts your hormones.

✨ 2. Supports oestrogen detox (hello liver support)
Asparagus contains antioxidants like glutathione and folate that help support phase II liver detoxification.

This matters because excess oestrogen that isn’t properly cleared can contribute to:
• PMS
• Heavy periods
• Breast tenderness
• Perimenopausal mood swings

✨ 3. Natural diuretic = less fluid retention
Feeling puffy before your period?
Asparagus has gentle diuretic properties that may help reduce water retention without depleting minerals aggressively.

✨ 4. Blood sugar support
The fibre + antioxidant compounds may help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce oxidative stress — which is key for:
• PCOS
• Perimenopause
• Insulin resistance
• Midsection weight gain

✨ 5. Folate for nervous system + methylation
Folate supports methylation pathways — crucial for hormone metabolism, mood regulation, and cellular repair.

🌿 Gut health regulates hormones.
🌿 Blood sugar regulates hormones.
🌿 Liver function regulates hormones.

Asparagus supports all three.

Simple. Powerful. Therapeutic.

Save this & add it to your weekly shop 🛒✨

16/02/2026

“Pushing through.”
We glamorise it. Applaud it. Wear it like a badge of honour.

But here’s the truth 😮‍💨
“Pushing through” is often the very thing that dysregulates your body.

I used to push through — I had to, right?
I have kids.
I work.
There’s no time for me.
No time to feel.
No time to process the emotions bubbling under the surface…

Until one day…
I couldn’t get out of bed.
I couldn’t tolerate people.
The emotions I’d ignored were suddenly screaming.
“My body is failing me.”
“What is wrong with me?”

Nothing was “wrong.”
My nervous system was exhausted.

This is what happens when we constantly push through.
We say no to our needs.
No to our boundaries.
No to the very things that would support us to be our most grounded, authentic selves.

So why do we do it?
Conditioning.
Watching our mothers override themselves.
Learning that burnout equals strength.
That exhaustion equals worth.

But “pushing through” isn’t a badge of honour.
It’s a slow recipe for collapse.

Now in my 40s, I’ve learned something powerful ✨
The most nourishing thing I can do is listen to my body.

Not hours of meditation.
Not a perfect morning routine.

Just saying YES to myself more often.

If something doesn’t feel right — I decline.
If a relationship feels consuming — I set boundaries.
If my body needs different fuel — I honour it.
If I need to move differently — I do.

I trust my inner guidance.
And in doing that, I create safety within myself 💛

Because a regulated, rested nervous system isn’t a luxury ~
it’s the foundation for everything.

If this resonated, take this as your permission slip to stop pushing through.

✨ Save this as a reminder.
✨ Share it with the woman who needs to hear it.
✨ And if you’re ready to learn how to work with your nervous system instead of against it, send me a DM that says “SAFE.”

03/02/2026

As a Naturopath these are my 3 Gut must haves 👌🏻🌿✨

1/ Gut Repair - this should be in everyone’s daily gut routine 🙌🏻

2/ SB probiotics - have saved us from many gut bugs & potential explosive diarrhoea cases!

3/ Digestive enzymes - a must for those “meh” digestive days when things just aren’t working 👌🏻

If you need guidance with any recommendations send me a DM 💛

22/01/2026

I absolutely love to see my clients go out on their own 🤗

I’m not here for you to rely on me, I want you to know what to do every day, without me ✨

I’m here to guide you & set you on your own healing journey 🌿✨

14/01/2026

If it doesn’t have a label, it belongs in your diet.
If it has 20+ ingredients, it belongs on a shelf - NOT in your beautiful body. Simple as that.!

Let’s start normalising real food for what it is: FUEL!

Anything that has a laundry list of ingredients is a burden to our gut & cells!

🌿

03/01/2026

Superfoods are out! Fuelling your cells right is IN!

Superfoods are overrated & usually taken out of context, they are found to have great nutrients but are they really a superfood?!?
Not unless you are eating bucketloads 😟

Rather than chasing superfoods, let’s eat for our cellular health which is realistic & will give us the best health outcomes 🙌🏻💫

Eating real food, wholefood, making sure we are adequately hydrated, getting morning light & sleeping enough overrides any superfood! ✨

Need help making small but lasting changes?
Work with me in 2026 to overhaul your health with simple, yet effective improvements 🌿✨

Send me a DM if 2026 is your year for health & wellbeing goals 🙌🏻💜

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Melton West, VIC
3338

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https://linktr.ee/GutHealthQueen, https://guthealthnaturopathsonja.square.site/

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