Melisa Byrne Naturopath

Melisa Byrne Naturopath I help women in midlife reset their metabolism so they release weight and have more energy to live an incredible life

Women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond shouldn't have to wake up every day feeling exhausted, forgetting where they put the...
08/12/2025

Women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond shouldn't have to wake up every day feeling exhausted, forgetting where they put their keys, or feeling uncomfortable in their own skin.⁣

Yet so many of us have accepted this as "just part of getting older."⁣

But here's what I want you to know - it doesn't have to be this way.⁣

The memory lapses, the stubborn weight that won't shift, the energy crashes... these aren't inevitable. They're signs that your body is asking for something different.⁣

When hormones shift during peri-menopause and menopause, your metabolism changes too. And that means the approach that worked for you in your 30s simply won't cut it anymore.⁣

This is where understanding your unique biochemistry makes all the difference.⁣

With the right support, whether that's through the Metabolic Balance program, personalised herbal medicine, or nutritional guidance tailored to your life stage, you can feel like yourself again.⁣

Clear-headed. Energised. Comfortable in your body.⁣

You're in the prime of your life. This should be your time to thrive, not just survive.⁣

If you're ready to stop struggling, I'd love to help you. Send me a message 💚

If you're a mum, a busy working woman or juggling both, self-care probably feels like something you'll get to... later.⁣...
03/12/2025

If you're a mum, a busy working woman or juggling both, self-care probably feels like something you'll get to... later.⁣

After you've looked after everyone else. After the work is done. After the house is in order.⁣

Many of my clients are women who've spent years putting themselves last are now struggling with their energy, their weight, their sleep, their hormones.⁣

And the truth is, taking care of yourself isn't selfish. It's essential.⁣

You can't pour from an empty cup. And your body is telling you that right now.⁣

Taking care of yourself doesn't mean me first, it means me too.⁣

Whether that's prioritising rest, nourishing your body with the right foods, or seeking support to understand what's happening with your hormones, you deserve to feel well.⁣

You're in the prime of your life. This is your time to thrive, not just survive.⁣

If you're ready to finally put yourself on the list, I'd love to help you 💚

I see you.⁣⁣I see the woman who's doing everything "right" but still feels exhausted by midday.⁣⁣The woman who's frustra...
02/12/2025

I see you.⁣

I see the woman who's doing everything "right" but still feels exhausted by midday.⁣

The woman who's frustrated that the scales won't shift, no matter how much she restricts or exercises.⁣

The woman who's foggy, forgetful, and wondering if this is just what life looks like now.⁣

The woman who's been told "it's just your age" or "it's just menopause" without any real solutions.⁣

I hear you.⁣

Your body is just operating under a different hormonal landscape than it did in your 30s. And it's asking for something different.⁣

For over 10 years, I've been helping women in midlife understand what's happening in their bodies and give them the personalised support they need to feel like themselves again.⁣

Whether it's supporting you through the Metabolic Balance program, prescribing herbal medicine to help with cognition and mood, or providing nutritional advice that actually works for your life stage, my approach is always personalised to you.⁣
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If you're ready for someone to truly see you, hear you, and support you, I'm here.⁣

Send me a message 💚

01/12/2025

This is what makes me feel good.⁣

Strength training isn't just about building muscle, though that's important too.⁣

In menopause, our bodies go through significant changes. Oestrogen decline affects our bone density, muscle mass, metabolism, and even our mood.⁣

This is where strength training becomes so valuable.⁣

Here's what it does:⁣

💪 Protects bone density - crucial as osteoporosis risk increases after menopause⁣
💪 Maintains and builds lean muscle mass - which naturally declines with age⁣
💪 Supports metabolism - muscle tissue burns more energy than fat tissue⁣
💪 Improves insulin sensitivity - helping with blood sugar regulation and weight management⁣
💪 Boosts mood and energy - through the release of endorphins⁣
💪 Strengthens joints and improves balance - reducing fall risk as we age⁣

You don't need to lift heavy weights or spend hours in the gym. Even 2-3 sessions a week of bodyweight exercises or light weights can make a real difference.⁣

Find what feels good for your body. Start where you are. Build slowly.⁣

Movement is medicine, especially in midlife 💚⁣

What type of movement makes you feel good?

It takes courage to create a new normal.⁣⁣I see this every day, women who are tired of feeling tired, frustrated with th...
26/11/2025

It takes courage to create a new normal.⁣

I see this every day, women who are tired of feeling tired, frustrated with their bodies, and ready for something to change.⁣

They're stepping out of their comfort zone to try a different approach. To finally understand what their body needs instead of following another generic plan that doesn't work.⁣

And I am always inspired when someone is prepared to make those changes to improve how they feel.⁣

It's not always easy. There are challenges along the way. But when you're ready to honour what your body is telling you, that's when real transformation begins.⁣

It's a journey - for us both.⁣

There are days I pinch myself that I get to help people with their health and make a difference.⁣

If you're ready to take that courageous step, I'd love to walk alongside you 💚

25/11/2025

Menopause is certainly a lot more than just hot flushes and night sweats.

Often for women, they have low energy, they're putting on weight, they have brain fog, and they just don't feel good and as a naturopath, I'm actually going to the root cause or causes for those symptoms.

Often it can be due to;

✨ Broken sleep
✨ Inadequate nutritional status
✨ Stress

I am here to support you to feel so much better by addressing those areas and sometimes more.

If you want someone to help you with that, who really cares and listens, just reach out to me. I'd love to chat.

In the busyness of daily life, are you mindful of how you feel?⁣⁣With energy?Do you move easily from bending to standing...
24/11/2025

In the busyness of daily life, are you mindful of how you feel?⁣

With energy?
Do you move easily from bending to standing?
Your breathing?
Do you react or respond to challenges?⁣

So often, we move through the day mindlessly unaware of our thoughts and how we can do and feel differently about each moment.⁣

Become mindful, and then you will understand what you need more of.⁣

Ask: What do I need right now?⁣

Is it support to have more energy, or more rest or fun? Whatever it is, honour it and follow through with what you need.⁣

Balance isn't just about food on your plate. It's about honouring what your body truly needs.⁣

And if it's nutritional advice, support with natural medicine and someone to see you and hear you, then I'd love to be your support person to help you with what you need.⁣

Send me a message 💚

What a way to enter the weekend... I'm blown away to have been named a finalist in the Best Natural Medicine Practitione...
21/11/2025

What a way to enter the weekend...

I'm blown away to have been named a finalist in the Best Natural Medicine Practitioner category for the 2025 Holistic Practitioner Awards ✨

These awards, founded by , celebrate practitioners across Australia who show up with integrity, hold space for transformation, and dedicate themselves to this beautiful work we do.

Thank you to the wonderful person who nominated me 🙏

Being recognized alongside such incredible practitioners is truly humbling, and if my work has supported or inspired you, I'd be so grateful for your vote 💛

🗳️ Vote now via the link here https://9zs9nsu7olh.typeform.com/to/ysGQYsa9
or in the comments.

Voting closes on Nov 30th.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me 🙏



19/11/2025

"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." - Anne Lamott⁣

This quote has never felt more true.⁣

We spend so much time giving to others, our families, our work, our responsibilities, that we forget our bodies need time to reset too.⁣

Just like your phone needs to recharge, so do you.⁣

Your energy, your hormones, your metabolism and mental health, they all benefit when you slow down and give yourself permission to rest.⁣

Whether it's a walk in nature, 10 minutes of quiet in the morning, or a proper break away - make time to unplug.⁣

Your body will thank you for it 💚⁣

What helps you unplug?

When you're focused on shifting weight, have you stopped to consider what else might be impacted?⁣⁣It's often overlooked...
18/11/2025

When you're focused on shifting weight, have you stopped to consider what else might be impacted?⁣

It's often overlooked the vital role that vitamins and minerals have on many biological processes, required for functioning optimally in weight management.⁣

With only 4.2% of Australian adults meeting the RDI fruit and vegetable intake, it is highly likely that you are missing out on vital nutrients that your body requires to be healthy.⁣

And shifting weight can be considered only a small gain, especially if your lean muscle mass, metabolism, mood, energy, mental clarity, vascular and bone health are impacted in the process.⁣

You need to still be getting what your body needs to meet energy requirements, defend against infection, detoxify, produce hormones, for tissue growth and repair, in addition to getting down a dress size or 2.⁣

If this is of concern to you, then you may be interested to know that the 12 Week Slimdown Method will address your nutritional needs, improve metabolic markers such as cholesterol, blood pressure and liver enzymes in addition to helping to shed weight.⁣

A sensible approach such as with the 12 Week Slimdown Method, includes vegetables, fruit, healthy oils and quality protein in quantities that are right for you which is not only beneficial for your health but great for your energy, vitality, sleep, skin and hair.⁣

Now, if this approach is of interest to you, please PM. I'd love to help you 💚😊

The silly season is nearly here, Christmas parties, work functions, family gathering and I know the questions are alread...
17/11/2025

The silly season is nearly here, Christmas parties, work functions, family gathering and I know the questions are already starting.⁣

"Should I skip meals beforehand?"⁣
"What if I eat the wrong thing?"⁣
"How do I stay on track?"⁣

But here's what I want you to know, food is meant to be enjoyed, especially during celebrations.⁣

My approach has never been about restriction or perfection. It's about understanding what your body needs and finding a way of eating that feels sustainable, nourishing, and yes - pleasurable.⁣

When you're following an eating plan, birthdays, work dinners and holidays might appear as an obstacle. But it's actually an opportunity to exercise mindful eating - eating not too much, including protein, leafy greens and plenty of water.⁣

You can enjoy Christmas lunch. You can have a glass of wine at a work function. You can share dessert with friends.⁣

The key is balance, not perfection.⁣

So next time you focus on what you can't control when eating out, flip it and notice what you can control.⁣

This season is about connection, celebration, and joy. Your health journey doesn't have to stop, it just adapts.⁣

Enjoy the season 💚

𝒀𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒂 𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒌 𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒚 57𝒕𝒉 𝒃𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒘𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒉 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒅𝒂𝒚 (𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒊𝒈 6 0 𝒚𝒆𝒕). ⁣⁣Startin...
17/11/2025

𝒀𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒂 𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒌 𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒚 57𝒕𝒉 𝒃𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒘𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒉 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒅𝒂𝒚 (𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒊𝒈 6 0 𝒚𝒆𝒕). ⁣

Starting last Tuesday, with a lunch at 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬 (where this picture was taken) with and then from Friday through to Sunday, it was time spent celebrating with John and family in the Barossa 🥂⁣

Coffee catch-up with my parents, a long lunch with John and catching up with my brothers and my nephews and nieces 💕 ⁣

At one time I I cherished gifts, and now I cherish experiences and time with my family, especially my parents. ⁣

And did I mention that there are ......

𝐒𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 57 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐞𝐭, 𝐈 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 💛💛⁣

More experiences, lessons, and growth in my evolution as a woman in midlife 🌬⁣

𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐈 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 ' 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲 ' 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧, 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐝, 𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐚𝐰 ❤️❤️⁣

A grand daughter who is loved already, without knowing it, a role I'll embrace and cherish 💕⁣

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My mission is....

To help as many people as I can to restore their health and wellness.

In an initial consultation (1 hour) I collect information about your current health complaint/s, medical history, review of systems and clinical examinations. You may be referred for blood pathology testing to assist in treatment assessment. Although symptoms are addressed you will be educated on relevant dietary, lifestyle changes required to manage the underlying causes. Herbal medicines and nutritional supplementation may be prescribed as part of your treatment.

The number of follow up appointments required will depend on how you have had the symptoms/disease for and the response to treatment. Follow up consultations are 30 minutes.

I have a special interest in digestive health, weight management, hormone imbalances, anxiety, adrenal fatigue and autoimmune conditions. I am a certified Metabolic Metabolic Balance® Practitioner, which is a scientific weight management program which offers an individualised plan based on your unique chemistry. I love it as it is based on whole foods and works.