Bridget's Naturopathy and Remedial Massage

01/03/2026

Are you ready to start the year a little healthier? A gentle cleanse using food as medicine provides fibre to fuel your gut microbiome and supports your body’s natural elimination processes.

Pile your plate with top foods for detox:

🥦 Cruciferous vegetables (2-5 cups daily): Broccoli seeds and sprouts are top of the list but also include bok choy, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, daikon radish, kohlrabi, radish, rocket, turnips, wasabi and watercress. Cruciferous vegetables are loaded with sulfur-rich compounds that increase detox enzymes in the liver and support the neutralisation and excretion of toxins. Broccoli is rich in sulforaphane which increases glutathione, the body’s ‘master’ antioxidant that supports liver detox and protects cells from inflammation.

🥑 Glutathione-rich foods: Avocado, asparagus, green beans, cucumber, papaya, spinach. Chicken, pork, cow’s dairy, lentils, oats, eggs and sunflower seeds are good sources of cysteine, required for glutathione production.

🧅 Alliums: Onions, garlic, shallots, leeks, chives. Sulfur-rich molecules give alliums their strong smell and taste and stimulate the liver to break down and clear toxins.

🍏 Quercetin-rich foods reduce inflammation: Onions, red-leaf lettuce, capers, apples, black plums, cranberries, coriander, dill.

🫚 Turmeric: In a class of its own, curcumin from Turmeric helps counter oxidative stress, neutralise free radicals and support liver detoxification.

To complete a comprehensive detox program, contact your natural healthcare practitioner for more information or find a practitioner by visiting: mediherb.com/en-au/mediherb-find-a-practitioner

References are available upon request. Please contact: ClinicalSupport@integria.com

01/03/2026

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The whole plant carries an intelligence that no single isolated compound can express. Standardisation may offer precision but it narrows the complexity that defines true herbal activity.

Our full spectrum liquid extracts preserve the herb’s natural chemistry and balance reflecting a philosophy in which the whole always exceeds the sum of its parts. 🧩

03/02/2026

Jumping on the ai bandwagon 😄
'Create a caricature of me based on everything you know about me'

10/01/2026

We’re Hiring – Casual Receptionist (10-15 hours)
The Wellness Studio – Port Lincoln
We’re looking for a warm, organised and people-focused receptionist to join our team in 2026.

About the role
You’ll be the friendly face that welcomes clients, handles bookings, answers enquiries and keeps our studio running smoothly. If you love helping people and enjoy a varied day, this might be your perfect fit.

Tasks include:
• Greeting clients and managing check-ins
• Booking appointments and managing schedule changes
• Answering phone, email and social media enquiries
• Processing payments and product sales
• Keeping reception tidy and inviting
• Supporting practitioners with room and client flow
(Training will be provided for all systems)

We’re looking for someone who is:
• Warm, friendly and professional
• Calm, organised and great at multitasking
• Confident with phones and basic computer tasks
• Reliable, punctual and a team player
• Keen to learn about natural health and wellness

Hours & Start Date
Casual hours available across weekdays, initially 12pm-3pm (flexible).
Start late January/February.
Pay: In line with the Health Professionals and Support Services Award, level dependent on skills and experience.

How to Apply
Send a short intro and resume to:
📩 thewellnessstudioep@gmail.com
We’d love to welcome the right person into our growing Wellness Studio community.
If this sounds like someone you know, please share 🙌

16/11/2025

Just a heads up! Metagenics will be having a black Friday sale this week so if you're running low on any of your supplements it will be a great time to restock before the silly season hits!!

As a quality prescription range, Metagenics like you to be connected to your practitioner for online ordering and you can easily search and add me yourself or just message me and I can add you as a patient.

Please reach out if you would like to review your treatment plan or if you would like your treatment protocol added to your Metagenics account so that it's easy to order.

As always I am happy to order in any of the products I have prescribed if it's easier for you!

Wishing you the best in health,

Bridget 💚🌿

26/10/2025

Restocking the herbal dispensary — every bottle a reminder of nature’s power to heal 🌿

There’s something so satisfying about restocking the herbal shelves 🌿 Getting everything ready to blend personalised formulas for my clients this week 💚

01/09/2025

So happy for the first day of Spring!🌼🌺🌿

However while the blossoms are beautiful, for many people this season also brings sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes and hay fever.

Did you know that supporting your gut health can help ease allergy symptoms? Around 70% of your immune system lives in your gut, so when your digestion is balanced, your body is better equipped to handle seasonal triggers.

If allergies are getting in the way of enjoying spring, let’s look deeper at your gut and immune health 🌿

24/08/2025

So excited to have Chelsey Jean coming to Port Lincoln! Limited tickets available 💚 don't miss out!!

01/07/2025

It’s no secret… I love the lymphatic system! 💚

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that runs throughout your entire body — cleansing and purifying as it goes, keeping your cells healthy by removing their waste. It also transports white blood cells, playing a vital role in your immune defence.

Unlike your circulatory system, the lymphatic system doesn’t have its own pump (like the heart), so it relies on your movement to keep flowing.

During a lymphatic massage I start by waking up the *Big 6* concentrated areas of lymphatic glands, located in your neck, chest, armpits, abdomen, groin and behind the knees. I then use the Chelsey Jean lymphatic drainage gloves to apply dry skin brushing, followed by a luxurious lymphatic massage.

Lymphatic drainage massage may benefit the following conditions:

✅ Lymphoedema

✅ Swelling or Fluid Retention — including puffiness in legs, ankles, or face

✅ Post-Surgical Recovery — helps reduce swelling and support tissue healing

✅ Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia — gentle lymphatic work may assist energy levels and reduce pain and inflammation

✅ Sinus Congestion and allergies— supports drainage and reduces sinus pressure

✅ Digestive Issues or Bloating — can stimulate lymph flow around the abdomen

✅ Immune Support — boosts circulation of lymphocytes (immune cells)

✅ Detoxification Programs — helps the body eliminate waste more effectively

✅ Skin Health — supports clearer, healthier-looking skin, reduces puffiness

✅ Headaches or Migraines — can ease tension and promote drainage of waste from the glymphatic system

✅ Post-Infection Recovery — assists with lingering swelling or sluggishness after illness

✅ Weight gain — lymphatic massage can help move kilograms of excess fluid to be eliminated

More simple tips:

🌿 Dry Skin Brushing
🌿 Cold showers
🌿 Stay Hydrated
🌿 Exercise, especially Rebounding/Trampolining
🌿 Eat Fresh Fruits & Veg
🌿 Wear Loose fitting Clothing
🌿 Practice Deep Breathing techniques

Your lymph loves movement, hydration, and a little daily TLC 💚

01/02/2025

Well done Port Lincoln, my beautiful home town 🙌🏼💚

It’s official, South Australia has been named as one of the top 10 Most Welcoming Regions on Earth in Booking.com's annual Traveller Review Awards destination list for 2025.

The listing is based on more than 360 million verified customer reviews on leading travel website, Booking.com and honours travel partners who consistently deliver outstanding hospitality and service.

In another major win for South Australia in the Traveller Review Awards, Eyre Peninsula’s Port Lincoln has been named as one of the 10 Most Welcoming Cities in Australia.

Read more at https://tourism.sa.gov.au/news-articles/sa-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-welcoming-regions