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Your Root Cause, Port Macquarie (2026)

15/04/2026

⚾️Nourish Protein Balls 🎱
(because I’ve been struggling to get enough protein lately)

Shoutout to my PT Holly for keeping me accountable. 🤍

I’m not a huge fan of a lot of protein powders out there, but If you are using a protein powder, always check the ingredient list 👀 or reach out and I can recommend a clean one.

These are simple, nourishing, and full of minerals your body actually needs
Ingredients:

🌰150g mixed nuts & seeds (think chia, almonds, brazil nuts, pumpkin seeds, walnuts) 🍑150g organic dates (check for no preservatives, especially important if you experience constipation or headaches) 🍫20g cacao powder 🥜20g peanut butter or tahini 🫘Dash of vanilla essence
🍁Dash of maple syrup  💪30g protein powder

Method: Blend, roll, and coat in your favourite topping , coconut, matcha, cacao or keep them plain 🤎

Real food, balanced, and supportive, without overcomplicating it.

If you’re someone who struggles to hit your protein targets, this is a really easy place to start 🙌

DM me if you want clean protein powder recommendations ✨

13/04/2026

✨ Mother’s Day Glow Facial ✨ .skin.clinic
The perfect way to say “thank you” to the woman who does it all 🤍
This Mother’s Day, gift her a moment to slow down, be nurtured, and truly glow from the inside out.

Our "Mother’s Day Glow" Facial includes -
1 hour prescriptive facial, paired with a renewing back scrub and a warm essential oil back massage.
Designed to deeply relax the body, calm the nervous system, and leave her skin radiant and replenished.

Because she deserves more than flowers… she deserves to feel her best 🌿

Available for a limited time at Muse Skin Clinic.

Gift vouchers available ✨

If you’re a mum and this is calling your name… tag the person who needs to make it happen 🤍

08/04/2026

One step at a time ❤️

01/04/2026

What is my first question if you’re experiencing breakouts?
Are you doing number 2’s every single day? 💩

Not the sexiest question… but one of the most important.
Your skin is a reflection of what’s happening inside your body, and elimination is a huge piece of that.

If you’re not having regular, complete bowel movements, your body can start to re-circulate toxins, hormones, and waste that should be leaving your system.

And where does that often show up? Your skin.
Think: • congestion • inflamed breakouts • hormonal acne
We’re not just looking for a bowel movement, we’re looking for: • daily • well-formed • easy to pass • feeling complete

This is one of the most overlooked foundations when it comes to skin health.
Because when your body can properly eliminate, everything flows better, including your skin.

Your body is always trying to work with you, not against you 🤍

30/03/2026

Glow Getter Easter Eggs 🐣
 Let’s be real for a second…
Most Easter eggs on the shelves today are more ultra-processed than chocolate,  loaded with refined sugar, milk solids, emulsifiers, flavourings and ingredients your body doesn’t recognise.

They’re designed to taste good… sort of (not really) not to make you feel good.

Whereas these? Just real food.

Cacao for antioxidants ✨ Healthy fats to support blood sugar Brazil nuts for that glow-from-within support.
No fillers. No additives. No confusion for your body.

You don’t have to give up chocolate,  just choose a version that actually loves you back 🤍

Keep them in the fridge, enjoy them slowly… this is what balance looks like 🌿

💛 Mel .root.cause

29/03/2026

March pushed me… in the best way 🤍

As someone who’s naturally quite introverted, stepping into spaces where I have to speak, share and be seen doesn’t always come easy.

I'm definitely more of a behind-the-scenes kind of girl… but this month i chose to lean into it anyway ✨
and truthfully, the reason i said yes to all of it is simple, I genuinely want to help women feel better in their bodies, understand their health, and come back to what’s actually important 🤍

I spoke at a women’s only gym , such an inspirational trainer who is making it her mission to help women feel welcome and have some fun with their fitness too 🫶🏼

I also had the opportunity to speak with a soul-fulfilling sunday filled with love, nurturing, and the most beautiful like-minded women 🌿 such a special space to share, connect and slow down.

Kelsey and I recorded our first podcast together, Kelsey from is someone who aligns so deeply with how i see health. we’re both so passionate about supporting women

Public speaking used to feel like a hard no for me… but when you’re talking about something you truly care about, something shifts. it flows, it feels natural, and it actually feels really grounding.

This month reminded me that you don’t have to be the loudest person in the room to make an impact. you just have to be willing to show up, be real, and share what you know 🤍

I am also now .skin.clinic Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays and
all day Saturdays.

A big thanks to all the wonderful passionate Port Macquarie women who invited me to speak within your businesses 🙏❤️

skin.clinic

22/03/2026

Your gut lining is everything (especially for women) 🌿

Think of your gut lining like a protective barrier, it decides what gets absorbed into your body… and what stays out.

When it’s strong: ✨ You absorb nutrients properly ✨ Your hormones stay more balanced ✨ Your skin is clearer ✨ Your energy feels steady
But when it’s compromised (hello stress, processed food, rushing meals…): Your gut becomes more “leaky”
🔥inflammation increases ⚖️hormones become dysregulated 🤯skin can flare (acne, eczema, redness) 🤰you feel bloated, tired, and off.

Your gut lining is made up of cells that rely on the right nutrients to repair and renew, things like amino acids (like glutamine), and a diverse range of whole foods

Healing your gut lining is about: 🧘‍♀️slowing down 🥦eating real, whole foods 😱supporting your nervous system 🥰nourishing your body consistently

For women, this is where everything starts.

Hormones. Skin. Energy. Mood.

It all comes back to the gut 🌿

yourrootcause

08/03/2026

🥦"Lemon Glow Broccoli bowl" 🍋

A quick, nourishing side dish packed with fibre, vitamins and minerals, helping us reach that goal of 5 cups of vegetables a day.

Serves: 3–4

Ingredients
🥦2 medium heads broccoli, cut into florets
🥜¼ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
🧀¼ cup parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
🫒1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
🍋1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
🍃 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried)
🧂Sea salt, to taste
🌶️Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste.

Method

Bring a pot of salted water to the boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and just tender.
Drain well and place into a serving bowl.
Drizzle over the olive oil and lemon juice.
Add the toasted pine nuts, parmesan and thyme.
Season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, then gently toss to combine.

Serve warm as a simple, nourishing side with grilled chicken, fish or a wholesome bowl.

✨ A delicious way to add another cup of vegetables to your day.

💛 Mel @ Your root cause

04/03/2026

Headaches. Bloating. Constipation. Skin flare-ups. Hot flushes. Heavy periods.

We’re quick to blame hormones… But have we supported the organ that clears them?

Your liver processes used oestrogen so it can safely leave the body. If that clearance pathway is sluggish, especially if bowels aren’t moving daily — oestrogen can recirculate.

And that’s when we often see signs of oestrogen dominance:
• PMS • Breast tenderness • Fluid retention • Acne or inflammatory skin • Perimenopausal hot flushes • Brain fog + headaches

This isn’t about a 3-day juice cleanse. It’s about foundations.
Daily fibre. Enough protein. Bitter greens. Hydration. Reducing alcohol. Regular bowel movements.

Your body detoxes every single day. The question is, are we giving it what it needs to do that well?

Supplements support. Food + lifestyle do the heavy lifting.

🌿 Mel Your Root Cause

23/02/2026

Supplements are called supplements for a reason.
They supplement the foundations, not replace them.

Morning Sunlight. Nourishing whole foods. Movement that builds strength. Deep sleep. Connection and calm. Water. Vegetables. Daily steps.

Start here.
 Everything else is the bonus.

17/02/2026

Sticky Beef Noodle Bowls

Meals like this don’t just fill you up, they replenish you.
Protein to repair and build. Minerals to support energy. Fibre to nourish your gut. Warming spices to support digestion.

Simple food.
Real nourishment.
Deep support.
Your body feels the difference ✨

2 tbsp Coconut oil
I onion thinly diced
2 Stalks of celery diced
500 g lean beef mince
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh grated ginger
⅓ cup tamari
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1 chilli finely diced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups carrot, julienned or grated
2 cups red capsicum, sliced thin

To serve
2 cups cooked rice noodles
2 tbsp crushed peanuts
1 small bunch coriander
1 Shallot (thinly sliced)

1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and celery and sauté until soft and lightly golden.
2. Add beef, garlic, ginger, and pepper. Cook, breaking up the mince, until browned.
3. Add veggies and simmer until soft.
5. Stir in tamari, vinegar, honey, and chili. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
6. Cook noodles according to packet instructions, then toss through the beef mixture. Add a splash of reserved noodle water if needed.

Divide into 4 bowls, and top with crushed nuts, fresh coriander and shallots.

✨ Make extra… because tomorrow’s lunch is sorted and it tastes even better the next day.
This is the kind of meal that supports your nervous system, fuels your cells, and keeps blood sugar steady so energy stays stable (no 3pm crash 🙌).

💛 Mel

08/02/2026

HOT TAKE: If you need flavoured electrolytes just to drink water,
your body might be asking for minerals and bile support, not another powder.

Real lemon supports the liver and bile flow, which helps with fat digestion, hormone clearance and even bloating.
For many people, this simple daily habit is far gentler on the gut and nervous system.

💧Daily: water + Celtic sea salt + lemon
⚡Electrolytes: use strategically, not automatically
Health doesn’t have to be extreme, just aligned.

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