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Denise Berry Naturopath

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Denise Berry Naturopath

Compounding Naturopath & Nutrigenomics Practitioner servicing Stanthorpe & Warwick QLD & Australia wide via TeleHealth
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My name is Denise and I love working with women and men who are ready to take control of their health and regain their zest for life. I have a special interest in complex cases, so if you feel you have exhausted all avenues and don’t know where to turn next, I’d love to help you. Tolle Totum Therapies is conveniently located in Rutherglen and is within a 30 minute drive from Corowa, Howlong, Chiltern, Barnawartha, Yarrawonga, Wangaratta, Wodonga and Albury. Online TeleHealth appointments are also available from anywhere in Australia from the comfort of your own home.

16/11/2025

Have you been told you have high cholesterol? I certainly have recently, but I feel confident in knowing that (a) it’s not actually high and (b) I can do something about it using nutritional medicine. No statins needed thank you very much.

But having the confidence to look at your results and understand them is the key.

First thing to note is that what is MORE important than cholesterol is your triglycerides. You definitely do not want a high level of fat floating around in your blood stream as this can’t end well. If you have high triglycerides, you need to address this. Again, food as medicine and potentially some well chosen herbs/supplements can help here.

Secondly, you need to have good levels of the ‘good cholesterol’ known as HDL (it’s actually not good as such, it’s just moving cholesterol out of your organs and tissues).

Thirdly, if your LDL (‘bad cholesterol’) is high, it is telling you there is inflammation in your body and you need to deal with this, not simply suppress cholesterol production with a drug. LDL is transporting cholesterol into organs and tissues to try to put out a fire. Don’t blame the cholesterol for starting the fire.

If you don’t know where the fire is or why it started, I can help. Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

13/11/2025

THE MAGIC OF HERBS IN HEART DISEASE

I simply LOVE herbal medicine. We naturopaths have an array of herbs to choose from, especially for clients who need some support with high blood pressure and heart issues. These herbs are very nurturing and building, and they can work safely alongside medication in most instances. For some people, they can mean they avoid medication entirely, depending on the situation.

My favourite heart herbs are lime flower (it’s like a hug in a bottle for anyone experiencing heart palpitations or high blood pressure), motherwort and hawthorn (both incredible heart healing herbs).

The benefit of using herbs is that I can blend a mix specifically for YOU.

Want to know more? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

11/11/2025

Did you know that one of the best ways to reduce high cholesterol is simply increasing your dietary fibre?

For some people, making dietary changes can be challenging, so finding another option that actually works is key.

Enter Denise’s magical compounded cholesterol blend! The key ingredients are beta glucans (derived from oats), red yeast rice extract and moringa (you’ve got to say this like you have a giant sombrero on your head and let those rrrrrr’s roll!). Depending on what else you need, I add this to the blend too.

Individualised compounding is a game changer.

Want to know more? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call to find out how I can help you. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

07/11/2025

As I alluded to in my last post, calcium in the arteries is a much better predictor of heart disease than cholesterol. Why? Because it is the calcification of arteries that lead to heart disease, NOT cholesterol.

How does calcium get to be in the blood so it can harden the arteries?

Firstly, inflammation and oxidative stress can drive calcium metabolism issues, meaning calcium doesn’t get transported into the bones as it should. Secondly, pH imbalances in the bowel (i.e. too much acidity) can pull minerals like calcium and magnesium out of the bones in an attempt to correct the pH. And yes, this does lead to brittle bones and conditions like osteoporosis.

All of this is exacerbated if you take a calcium supplement, because it’s not going to get into the bone. Yet another reason why I don’t like prescribing supplements.

So what is the answer?

It lies in correcting the drivers of disease, inflammation and oxidative stress. THIS is how I can help you.

Want to know more? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

05/11/2025

HIGH CHOLESTEROL?

Cholesterol, if you are in the know, is actually a really important compound for our health and is considered to be protective. If we don’t have enough cholesterol we can’t make the good stuff like vitamin D and hormones and our brain suffers greatly without it.

Still, medications are continuing to be used to suppress the production of this important compound. This makes me particularly cranky when there are simple diet, lifestyle and supplementary changes that can be made to lower cholesterol that are much safer than medications. I’ve seen results drop time and time again.

‘But I have a high risk of heart disease,’ I hear you say. My response is, ‘What is your calcium score?’ THIS is the single best predictor of heart disease, NOT cholesterol.

It’s like blaming the firemen at the scene of the fire for starting the fire, not putting it out.

If you have high cholesterol or a high risk of heart disease and would like to find out how I can help you, book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

02/11/2025

ARE YOU LOOKING AFTER YOUR HEART?

No, I’m not talking about love (although this is important too), but rather the physical organ that keeps our blood pumping throughout our body. I’d say most people probably wouldn’t think about it much until later in life, by which stage high blood pressure and cholesterol have probably been mentioned by the GP. Am I right?

If we leave things too late, it’s much harder to fix, and I’m a big fan of ageing with grace and dignity and going out with a bang instead of a whimper. Despite what we see and hear, we CAN age well, without illness or disease, and have a good quality of life to the end.

BUT we have to take responsibility for ourselves and look after our health and wellbeing. Yes, that means eating well (i.e. not eating crap but actually eating real food made from scratch), moving our bodies daily, breathing well, loving hard and laughing a LOT. All of the good things.

If you have a high risk of cardiovascular disease, or have been diagnosed with hypertension, high cholesterol or heart disease, there are things that can help. Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call to find out how I can help you. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

30/10/2025

Are you looking to do a parasite cleanse? READ THIS FIRST.

So many clients talk to me about parasites. And let’s face it, they are all the rage on socials and the inter-webs at the moment. Clever marketing and sales are hooking people to do these ‘cleanses’ without any consideration of the gut terrain or the individual’s state of health. Sadly I see many well meaning health practitioners promoting them too. It actually makes me a little angry if I’m being honest.

If you think you have a parasite, GET TESTED. Get the evidence first and then treat what is there.

The majority of people I see do NOT have parasites, but rather bacterial pathogens, pathobionts or an unbalanced microbiome that are causing digestive issues.

What is even more important to know is that in the majority of cases, there is no need to KILL but rather to FEED. If you take nothing else from this post, I want you to stop focusing on killing the bad guys and instead focus on feeding the good ones.

Knowledge is power. Get tested. Learn the key things to work on to get your gut right.

No more killing. Please.

Want to know more about CoBiome microbiome testing or how I can help you avoid an unnecessary and expensive parasite cleanse? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

28/10/2025

I’ve shared a delicious tempeh satay recipe before (use the search feature to find it), but I wanted to talk a little more about it because tempeh is MAGIC for our health and many of my meat-eating clients are terrified to try it.

What’s so good about it I hear you ask?

Well, it is a fermented food which is fabulous for the gut. It also contains whole compressed soy beans (organic is best here) that can help to 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚 oestrogen, so it’s helpful in high oestrogen and low oestrogen states. It is also a really easy to digest protein and can even help to mop up excess hydrogen sulphide in the gut. Plus it is delicious when you know what to do with it!

If you’re not a fan of satay, okay. Use tempeh in place of chicken in a stir fry or curry. Tempeh takes on the flavour of what you cook it in, so it’s a great way to transition to eating more quality soy.

We have access to delicious, freshly made-to-order organic tempeh here in Stanthorpe, but there are great options in health food stores too.

How do you feel about the idea of tempeh? Would you give it a go?

24/10/2025

Have you done a ‘detox’ and felt absolutely awful?

Chances are you started to mobilise toxins from the liver but couldn’t clear them out of the body properly because your other detox pathways weren’t working properly.

What are the ‘other’ detox pathways?

First, there is the bowel. If you aren’t pooing at least once a day, those toxins will be recycled.

Second is the lymphatic system. If your fluid isn’t moving, your dirty lymph is going to stay stagnant (and so will you).

And the third is the skin. Did you notice a skin flare? This is your skin doing its best to push the toxins out this way because pathway one or two aren’t working properly.

Detoxes aren’t for everyone because there is no one-size-fits-all. If you felt crap, then you need to work on the other areas first.

Better yet, work with a qualified practitioner (like me!) who can guide you on a safe way to detox and get you healthy and happy.

Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today to find out how I can help you. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

22/10/2025

Do you have lymphoedema?

Many women develop this after treatment for breast cancer, but are rarely warned about it. Damage to the lymph nodes, or removal of them, can lead to lymphatic accumulation and significant pain/discomfort/lack of movement.

Exercise is always recommended, but when someone is recovering from cancer treatment, it is important to listen to your body and not overdo it.

Lymphatic drainage massage is highly recommended, as are compression garments that can help drain the fluid. Using specialised lymphatic gloves, can also be really helpful (and very affordable), and can be used even when in bed or sitting in a chair.

I will always recommend working with a naturopath (like me!) who can make sure you are getting good nutrition and provide supportive care to aid in recovery.

Want to know more? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today to find out how I can help you. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

19/10/2025

Have you heard of the glymphatic system?

This recently discovered lymphatic system in the brain is associated with numerous cognitive health issues including Alzheimer’s disease. Think of it like the cleaning system of the brain where we want to drain the dirty water and get it out of the body.

Sleep deprivation, alcohol consumption, low omega 3 intake (fish/seafood) and chronic stress are all known to impact the effectiveness of glymphatic drainage.

By simply learning to move this fluid through facial massage using your fingers or a tool like a gua sha can make a world of difference.

Better still, it can reduce that extra fluid that makes you look puffy. Who doesn’t want that?

There are some fabulous videos on YouTube and gua sha tools are readily available and very cheap to buy (yes, I do have these in clinic for my clients too).

If you are worried about dementia or Alzheimer’s, then adding this simple routine to your day can make the world of difference, as well as staying properly hydrated, eating well, exercising, stressing less…you know, all of the good stuff that keeps us healthy!

Have you heard of the glymphatic system? Would you add this to your morning or evening routine?

16/10/2025

Do you carry extra fluid in your feet, ankles or hands or notice a puffy face when you wake up?

Then you have some stagnant lymphatic fluid. That fluid accumulation is called oedema and it tells us that you are not moving toxins out of the body. This can impact on many different body systems from the heart, immune system and skin, to name just a few.

If you do one thing today, clean your lymphatic system. You can do it with movement, deep breathing, a lymphatic massage or with a set of specially designed lymphatic gloves.

I want as many people as possible to get the benefit of moving their lymph, which is why I now stock these gloves in clinic.

I have seen incredible things already, from NO oedema in the ankles of a 70-year-old woman who was previously in significant pain from it to a woman in her 40s who has noticed a significant reduction in swollen lymph glands and cystic breasts.

Want to know more about how I can help you get your health back on track? Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call today. https://deniseberrynaturopath.com

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