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I am a health care provider, an accredited and registered herbalist, nutritionist and naturopath. She has been providing safe and effective health care to the Canberra Region since 1999. My main focus is gut health, because so much of overall health hinges on having a healthy gut. I help people with a range of gut problems e.g IBS, IND, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea – to name a few. With my years of experience I am able to help with many health issues, including immune health, autoimmune disease, low energy, fatigue (again, to name a few)
I am a published author - 3 research papers published in professional journals, 2 articles in Canberra enFrancais, and presenter on a range of health topics. As a passionate herbalist most of my patients are prescribed a personalised program of herbs and supplements to support their body while it heals. When I'm not working, I relax by knitting, reading, and gardening. To challenge my brain I am learning the Thai language - spoken and written.
15/01/2026
How are you New Year's resolutions going? If you're one of the many people who cannot sustain the changes you plan it does not make you a failure. Most New Year's resolutions fail. We don't magically reset on January 1. The way forward is to look at the goals you set, and review the steps you need to achieve those goals. If you plan to improve your fitness, how to you intend to achieve this? Any life changing goal needs planning. So go back to your resolution and write down how you intend to achieve it. Set out steps towards your goal. Start small - small successes encourage bigger successes. You can do this.
Need help with health related goals? Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
Moonhawk Healing Natural Therapies is a wellness practice that has been providing safe and effective healthcare to the Canberra Region since 1999. Have a look for yourself.
13/01/2026
Trying to get pregnant, or pregnant? DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL. My final Thesis for my Degree was on alcohol related birth defects. It was scary to research and write. Alcohol is a teratogen – it causes foetal abnormalities. Alcohol crosses the placenta and effects the foetus the same way it effects the mother. Alcohol may affect foetal development before you know that you are pregnant. Risk to the foetus increases as alcohol consumption and frequency increases. I know there are women who may have consumed alcohol before they knew they were pregnant, had had healthy babies. But, is it worth the risk?
Concerned about how to stop alcohol before you get pregnant? Talk to your health care professional. Organisations such as Lifeline and Alcoholics Anonymous can help. There’s also apps that can help you track your alcohol consumption and help you set goals to reduce alcohol consumption.
Want tips on diet and lifestyle to help you pre- and post-conception? Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
12/01/2026
Some good reasons to reduce alcohol consumption.
Women metabolise alcohol differently to men, making the effects of alcohol happen faster and longer lasting. Women break down alcohol more slowly than men, leading to a higher blood alcohol concentration. It’s also worth noting that risks associated with alcohol consumption increase at a faster rate for women compared to men.
Concerned about how to stop alcohol Talk to your health care professional. Organisations such as Lifeline and Alcoholics Anonymous can help. There are also apps that can help you track your alcohol consumption and help you set goals to reduce alcohol consumption.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
09/01/2026
Are you drinking enough water? With a heat wave hear in south east in Australia we all need to check we are drinking enough water to stay hydrated.
Water accounts for ¾ of the weight of lean tissue and ¼ the weight of fat. Water’s role in the body includes:
• Carries nutrients and waste products through the body.
• Maintains the structure of large molecules such as proteins and glycogen.
• Participates in metabolic reactions.
• Serves as the solvent for minerals, vitamins, amino acids, glucose and other small molecules that participate in metabolic activities.
• Acts as a lubricant and cushion around joints and inside the eyes, the spinal cord, and (in pregnancy) the amniotic sac surrounding the foetus.
• Aids in the regulation of normal body temperature.
• Maintains blood volume.
Don't wait to feel thirsty to drink, as you may already be dehydrated. Develop a habit of drinking water throughout the day.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
Moonhawk Healing Natural Therapies is a wellness practice that has been providing safe and effective healthcare to the Canberra Region since 1999. Have a look for yourself.
08/01/2026
Hydration tips
Drink small amounts of water throughout the day eg around 100-150ml. Start when you first get up in the morning - have a glass of water before you have tea or coffee. If you think that you might be dehydrated, add some hydration formula to your water - you can easily by hydration formulas at your local pharmacy.
Want to discuss your diet and lifestyle with a view to having better health?
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
07/01/2026
Here in south east Australia we are having a heat wave. Where my clinic is will be above 30c, and as hot as 38c, so this is a reminder to drink water to stay hydrated. As humans we are up to 60% water, so it’s essential to drink water for our ongoing heath.
As a general rule, you need to drink between 1.5 and 2 litres of water daily. This will vary depending on gender, activity levels, age, and outdoor temperature. Around one fifth of the water we need from food and the rest from drinking fluids, e.g water, herbal teas.
Signs that you are not drinking enough water include:
- dark urine
- light headedness
- tiredness
- irritability
- feeling thirsty
- loss of appetite
- fainting
- headache
Here in Australia, we have some of the best water in the world. So, go have a glass of water, your body will thank you.
01/01/2026
Happy 2026 - may the year be filled with joy and happiness.
It's the time of year when cutting back or quitting alcohol enter some people's thought. I'm often asked whether it’s safe to drink alcohol. The short answer is probably not. Alcohol is classified as a Class 1 Carcinogen – there are causal links between alcohol consumption and increased risk of digestive system cancers (mouth, oesophagus, throat, and colorectal), breast cancer, and liver cancer. Risk increases as alcohol consumption increases.
Having said that, the occasional alcoholic drink is less likely to lead to cancer than regular consumption of alcohol. Personally, I rarely drink alcohol, I do enjoy a drink at celebrations, or with friends – usually only one. Two reasons why I rarely consume alcohol – the first is that there an alcoholic gene running through my family, and the second is during my studies to become a Naturopath I learnt about the negative effects on the body alcohol has.
The Australian NHMRC recommends adults have no more than 10 standard drinks in one week, and no more than 4 in any given day. Following these guidelines lowers, but does not eliminate risks associated with alcohol consumption.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
31/12/2025
New Year’s Resolutions
Start by focussing on one small achievable goal. It might be as simple as going for a walk 3 times a week. You might choose to walk to the bus top/train station, park your car further away from your workplace, get up 30 minutes early and go for a walk around your neighbourhood. If/then planning helps eg if it’s Monday, Wednesday or Friday I will do some exercise.
Remember, you can achieve big scary goals better by making small achievable milestones along the way.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
29/12/2025
Interestingly, regular physical activity can help you maintain a New Year’s Resolution over time – regular exercise is linked to positive mental health outcomes.
Having trouble finding the motivation to exercise? Here’s some tips to get you started:
1 – Why do you want to exercise, what do you want to gain – for your health, for the long term benefits, for a specific event? Whatever the reason, identifying your why can get you started.
2 – Exercise with a friend. It might be for a walk, or going to a gym together. There is evidence that people who exercise with a friend exercise for longer.
3 – Do something you enjoy doing, that will increase your chances of staying with it.
4 - Don’t know where to start, then start small. Walk before you run, do a half hour of resistance training at first. Set a realistic goal with steps along the way. Remember, if you injure yourself early on, you’re less likely to continue with your exercise program.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
28/12/2025
It’s the time of year when people’s attention turns to New Year’s Resolutions. Research has shown that the majority of people stick to a New year’s Resolution for as little as one week. Other research has shown that the majority stick to the Resolution for up to 12 months. Confused? I certainly was, until I read further into the different research and looked at what it means.
A Resolution is more likely to stick if you set specific goals that are supported by simple changes in behaviour. For example, if your Resolution is to lose weight, to be a success you need to specify how much weight you intend to lose, how you will achieve this goal e.g what changes will you make to your diet and lifestyle to support weight loss, and plan changes to habits, and how link those changes to your goals.
Personally, I’m not a fan of New Year’s Resolutions. Making a change just because of the date strikes me as too arbitrary. You can make changes anytime throughout the year. Remember to plan those changes so you have a better chance of success.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth.
25/12/2025
Here's hoping you had a wonderful festive season.
The period between Christmas and New Year is an opportunity to put your feet up and relax. Whether it's a the beach, inland, or even at home, take the time to decompress from a busy festive season. Check the fridge for leftovers and see what easy meals you can prepare from what's available.
My clinic remains open over this time - it's a perfect time for a health tune up - book in now www.moomhawk.com.au/bookings
20/12/2025
Is IBS and frequents trips to the toilet stopping you from enjoying life?
IBS often causes chronic diarrhoea, or you might cycle between diarrhoea and constipation. I've had patients who are afraid to leave the house without a change of clothes in case they have an 'accident'. I have helped these patients have a stable digestion that doesn't 'explode' unexpectedly. I prescribe a combination of herbs and dietary advice which can fix diarrhoea associated with IBS within days.
Book an appointment to see me here https://www.moonhawk.com.au/bookings/ My appointments are face to face or via TeleHealth
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My journey to becoming a qualified, accredited and registered Naturopath, Nutritionist and Herbalist was a long one. It began when western medicine failed to provide me with the health care solutions I needed at the time. I was tired of being sick all the time. I turned to a herbalist, who, through trial and error, was able to develop a health care regime that suited my individual needs and led to a steady improvement in my health. It felt so good to be well again and have the energy and vitality to live the life I wanted.
I’ve always been interested in health. My personal health journey taught me the importance of having good health and lots of energy to do the things that bring joy into my life. My vision is to help others realise their dreams of having lots more energy, vitality and better overall health so they can do the things they want to do.
I was working from home as a naturopath while holding down a full-time 5 day a week job. I was continually being torn between being a middle manager in a busy workplace and my passion to help people have better health and vitality. I was tired all the time, tired of dealing with office politics, and I was frustrated with bureaucracy. I wasn’t able to do the things I really wanted to do.
I quit my full-time job and started working as a naturopath. I felt it was essential to get the work-life balance right so I wouldn’t end up burnt out again. I structure my clinic in a way that leaves plenty of time for me to indulge in those things that bring joy to my life, like continuing to learn about my profession by attending conferences and seminars.
Naturopathy exists on the cutting edge of advances in health care and most naturopaths are early adopters of new ways of improving people’s health and wellbeing. Conferences and seminars excite me and renew my energy as I learn about what’s new in my profession. I’m continually looking for ways I can improve patient care. I come back energised and fired up about what I have learnt.
Experience has taught me that what most patients are looking for is better health and vitality. I’ve learnt that it takes an average of around 3 months on a treatment program to feel well and have lots of vitality. I developed a 3 month Vitality Program that is flexible and adaptable to suit individual patients’ health.
I get a real buzz when a patient tells me how good they feel after completing the program.
