Body IQ Health- Integrative Therapies

20/02/2026

Living bone is dynamic and alive. Not at all like the bone you see at the butchers. It is a living matrix of intra and extra osseous cells continually making and absorbing and maintaining the boney matrix that we know as solid bone.
This image is one I found and it only lists the Homeopathic Tissue Salts which can be purchased to help energise this cellular matrix. It is not an entire list of required nutrients but they are important ones.
Bone health is not always about supplementing with calcium tablets. It is a bit more complicated than that. In fact just taking a calcium supplement does not mean that the calcium will go into your bones.
I like the homeopathic tissue salts because they are not a material mineral supplement. They act by energising the cellular matrix to pick up these minerals and use them in the bone not elsewhere, so it makes it extremely well absorbed in the body.
if there is depletion such as osteopenia/ porosis the use of a homeopathic tissue salt, sometimes called Schuessler tissue salts or German tissue salts with a calcium boron vitamin D supplement may help the absorption.

18/02/2026

We are so happy to help organise this free breathing event for the Port Macquarie community!
Learn more about red flags in children’s breathing from a world leading clinician and author. They will cover nervous system regulation, sleep disturbances and learning disruption.
Shannon and Irene will also do a little talk and Alissa from Thrive Health.
There will be ALOT of info in these 2 hours and no price tag (!!), we are so thankful to Dr Louis Chan and Author Roger Price for travelling to Port Macquarie and donating their time.

Held at the Port Macquarie library Saturday 28th February 10.30am
Suitable for general public and clinicians.

World renown health leaders Roger L Price & Dr Louis Chan + locals Roger will be signing copies of his bestselling new book ‘The Way We Breathe Is Killing Us’.

17/01/2026

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🌊 What Is the Glymphatic System?

The glymphatic system is the brain’s unique waste clearance network, functioning similarly to the lymphatic system in the body—but with a twist. It was only discovered in 2012 by Dr. Maiken Nedergaard, and it has since changed how we understand neurodegeneration and brain inflammation.
This system relies on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to flush out waste products from brain tissue through perivascular pathways, facilitated by a type of glial cell called astrocytes. These cells regulate the flow of interstitial fluid and act as a conduit for metabolic clearance during deep sleep, especially in slow-wave sleep cycles.

🔥 When the Glymphatic System Is Inhibited: The Inflammatory Storm

When the glymphatic system is impaired, neurotoxic proteins—like beta-amyloid, tau proteins, and inflammatory cytokines—begin to accumulate in the brain's interstitial spaces. This accumulation triggers:
* Microglial activation, leading to chronic low-grade neuroinflammation
* Increased production of pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β
* Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction within neurons
* Blood-brain barrier permeability ("leaky brain") and further immune dysregulation

Over time, this chronic inflammatory state can manifest as:
* Brain fog, memory issues, and cognitive decline
* Mood disorders such as anxiety and depression
* Increased risk of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
* Worsened systemic inflammation due to vagus nerve signaling disruption

🛌 Sleep, the Glymphatic Switch, and Circadian Health

The glymphatic system is most active during deep sleep, particularly during non-REM slow-wave phases. When sleep is disrupted—whether due to stress, screen exposure, sleep apnea, or erratic sleep cycles—the brain cannot engage in glymphatic flushing.
Sleep deprivation has been shown to:
* Increase extracellular beta-amyloid by up to 43% in a single night
* Decrease the expression of aquaporin-4 (AQP4) water channels in astrocytes, impairing fluid transport
* Heighten markers of neuroinflammation, including NF-κB signaling and glial activation

🧬 Systemic Inflammation and Glymphatic Dysfunction: A Two-Way Street

Interestingly, inflammation itself suppresses glymphatic flow. Research shows that systemic infections, autoimmune flares, and even gut dysbiosis can produce pro-inflammatory cytokines that reduce CSF dynamics and glymphatic activity.
Conversely, poor glymphatic clearance can worsen systemic inflammation by:
* Disrupting hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis signaling
* Altering vagal tone and the gut-brain-liver immune axis
* Impairing clearance of immune-modulating neurotransmitters like glutamate

🌿 How to Support Glymphatic Health

1. Prioritize Deep Sleep
* Aim for 7–9 hours of uninterrupted sleep in total darkness
* Use magnesium, L-theanine, or glycine to support non-REM sleep
* Avoid screens and caffeine 3+ hours before bedtime
2. Rebound, Stretch, and Move Your Spine
* Movement of the spine and neck enhances CSF circulation
* Manual lymphatic drainage may also indirectly stimulate glymphatic function
3. Hydration & Electrolyte Balance
* CSF production is heavily dependent on fluid status
* Add trace minerals or electrolytes to water to support fluid dynamics
4. Nutraceutical Support
* Resveratrol, turmeric (curcumin), omega-3s, and NAC reduce neuroinflammation
* Melatonin not only promotes deep sleep but enhances glymphatic activity
5. Cranial and Cervical Lymphatic Drainage
* Facial and neck MLD can relieve interstitial congestion
* Techniques like craniosacral therapy or vagal nerve stimulation may further support this network

🧠 Final Thought

The glymphatic system is a vital yet vulnerable detox engine for the brain. When impaired, it doesn’t just affect cognition—it can unleash a cascade of inflammatory dysfunction that spreads throughout the entire body.

By supporting this system through sleep hygiene, lymphatic stimulation, and anti-inflammatory practices, we lay the foundation for resilient mental, neurological, and immune health.

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30/09/2025

Port Macquarie Swim Squad Port Macquarie Swimming Club(silver & gold) join me for a term of Pilates classes designed just for you, to help improve your performance in the pool.
To book contact Body IQ Health- Integrative Therapies

07/09/2025

It’s Kate’s last day… Maternity 🤰 leave is here!
Thanks 🙏 for being such an organised superhero practice manager/ receptionist! We have loved having you at the helm🔥✅.

Reception will be fronted by Jacki as she steps up into the main master and commander role.
We will even have Charles do a cameo later in the month 🎉 to cover Jacki when she goes to the US for a holiday 😉.

05/09/2025

Gosh how interesting! Arnica 30c used in a Petri dish to reduce cellular DNA damage from UV radiation.
Arnica really is the superhero. And like I say every household needs to have arnica on their first aid kit- or in their wallets/ handbags if they have young children… am I Right?!!!
How many times has it come to my families rescue! ~ Shannon x

Ps. if you didn’t know arnica is a herb but it is also potentized into one of the most commonly used homeopathic medicines around the world for injuries and bruises and emotional effects of trauma.

Super strong 😉 Arnica homeopathic available from BodyIQ Health. But the basic form (which is better than none and I totally recommend) is also available at good wellness/ vitamin stores and some chemists.

AM-30C helped repair the DNA damage through up-regulation of repair genes and also ameliorated the oxidative stress through the reduction of ROS generation and suitable modulation of anti-oxidative stress enzymes.

26/08/2025

20% of people have IBS symptoms but don’t know it. Many have signs and symptoms of digestive and gut issues but just live with them or can’t make sense of them. The good news is, something can be done.

Sonia is now available at BodyIQ on Mondays for Western Herbal Medicine consults and treatment. Come and talk to me about your gut and digestion and let’s see what there is to do

13/08/2025

Rehab Pilates spaces available this afternoon with Anthony at 4pm, 5pm + 6pm. Only 1 spot in each so give Will a call at the clinic or go online to jump into a class.

12/08/2025

Group Pilates Classes now available with us at BodyIQ 🤸🏼‍♂️

Our group classes are different to our rehabilitation classes and are focused on strength and flexibility in a general group setting. Classes are run by our amazing .favaloro.pilates

Our group classes are available;
MONDAY 12PM
WEDNESDAY 7AM
WEDNESDAY 12PM

Contact us to book OR book via the website link in our bio.

05/08/2025

After the birth of your baby, your body may need time and support to recover. Your osteopath will take a detailed health history to understand your post-partum experience and identify any musculoskeletal or physical concerns you may have such as pelvic floor concerns, breastfeeding-related discomfort, or postural changes.

Osteopaths trained in pelvic floor screening may offer to conduct an external physical examination of the pelvic floor. Where needed, they can also collaborate with or refer you to other health professionals for more specific diagnosis and treatment.

Find an osteo near you: link in BIO

05/08/2025

Group Reformer Pilates classes now at BodyIQ Health.

These sessions are ideal if you’ve completed rehabilitation or are seeking a more dynamic and challenging class environment. Under the guidance of Natalie, our clinically trained Pilates Instructor, you’ll progress through a structured series of exercises on the reformer, targeting strength, mobility and overall conditioning.

New Class Times:
🤸🏽Mondays 12pm
🤸🏽Wednesdays 7am
🤸🏽Wednesdays 12pm
🤸$35

Please note: These classes differ from our Studio Clinical Rehabilitation sessions, where each client has an individual program.

Group Reformer classes are a shared format, designed for those ready to move beyond rehab and further develop their practice.

Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.

Please call the clinic or book via the link in our bio.
favaloro.pilates

14/07/2025

Francine available at BodyIQ every Tuesday and Friday.

Chinese Medicine Physician, Ice Bath Coach, Breathwork Facilitator, Breath Coach – The Middle Way Holistic Health

🌿 “A herbal range that ticks all the boxes, with the highest of standards...”

Francine Nunnari is a lifelong student of Chinese Medicine, a dedicated breathwork facilitator, and a passionate educator of natural health. With decades of study across Chinese herbal medicine, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and classical texts, she brings an extraordinary depth of wisdom and presence to her practice.

Her training spans from the University of Western Sydney to intensive internships at Nanjing Provincial Hospital, and her love for Chinese culture, medicine, and the natural world flows through every aspect of her care.

We are humbled by Francine’s trust in our products and grateful to walk alongside practitioners who are keeping the connection to Nature, tradition, and truth alive in their work.