Steven Judge Clinical Naturopathy

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Steven Judge Clinical Naturopathy

Steven Judge is a Clinical Naturopath & Nutritionist focused on gut health. Begin your healing journey today! 🌿

Specialising in digestive disorders and histamine intolerance, Steven provides personalised care via a 100% online clinic. Combining the philosophies of naturopathy & the systems of functional medicine allows an in individualised & client-centred approach to healthcare that empowers patients and practitioners to work together to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness

By methodically & systematically exploring all of the possible reasons you have developed poor health, we are able to find the causes of illness, treat the causes and provide symptom relief that does not cause harm

29/03/2026

Naturopathic medicine isn't one single treatment - it's an eclectic, integrative form of healthcare that draws from dietary, lifestyle, nutrient, and herbal medicine, alongside conventional and functional testing.

Compounded herbal medicine sits at the heart of this approach. Individual herbs, carefully selected and blended for a specific person's needs - their symptoms, their history, their goals.

The synergy matters. The critical thinking behind it matters. The ongoing refinement matters.

In my professional experience, I've witnessed extraordinary healing when working with compounded herbal formulas. They are a crucial part of the alchemy of this work - and I wouldn't practise without them ❤️🌿

27/03/2026

The conventional medical model tells people with mental health challenges that they are disordered, that their genes have determined their fate, and that the only solution is the one being offered to them.

The truth is the complete opposite.

Our bodies do not make mistakes. Our symptoms are messages with root causes.

And we absolutely have the capacity to heal - given the right internal and external environment.

That, alongside self-compassion, patience, and the willingness to do the real work, is where genuine change begins.

25/03/2026

Thyroid issues are one of the most commonly missed - and most poorly managed - conditions I see in clinic.

GPs are limited in what they can test via Medicare, which means most people never get the full picture of their thyroid function. And for those who do receive a diagnosis, Thyroxine alone is rarely enough to restore optimal health.

There are multiple underlying drivers that need to be identified and addressed.

Swipe ➡️ to see what I assess.

23/03/2026

Travelling to South-East Asia, Africa, or Central/South America? 🌏

This is one of my top clinical recommendations before you go - and most people have never heard of it.

GOS (galactooligosaccharides) is a prebiotic that can significantly reduce your risk of traveller's diarrhoea - and protect against the post-infectious gut issues that can follow.

21/03/2026

If you're dealing with symptoms of oestrogen excess, low testosterone, or unexplained weight gain - your alcohol intake may be playing a bigger role than you think.

Alcohol increases the activity of aromatase - an enzyme that converts testosterone into oestrogen - in both men and women.

Swipe ➡️ to understand the mechanism and what you can do about it.

19/03/2026

This herbal formula has been doing the rounds in clinic lately 🌿

A significant number of clients are currently testing positive for Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO) - in the small bowel via SIBO breath testing, or in the large bowel via microbiome testing.

IMO is a hugely underdiagnosed cause of ongoing digestive issues and "IBS" - particularly in those with chronic constipation, as methane gas significantly slows gut transit time.

Tinctures of Oregano, Peppermint, Clove, Pomegranate & Thyme are proving remarkably effective for the antimicrobial component of treatment - without the collateral damage that antibiotics can cause to the broader gut microbiome.

Continually humbled by what targeted herbal medicine can do for long-standing gut issues.

17/03/2026

There's a massive double standard when it comes to the criticism of natural medicine versus conventional medicine, especially when it comes to "evidence-based" care.

Too often, the growing body of evidence supporting natural medicine is completely overlooked - evidence that has shaped the way I work with my clients after 11+ years in clinical practice.

The truth is, EBM (Evidence-Based Medicine) isn't quite what people think it is. Beyond the general lack of quality evidence, medical research is often manipulated or influenced to produce specific outcomes, mainly to support the approval and promotion of pharmaceuticals.

It's frustrating and surprising, but it doesn't have to leave you feeling fearful or disempowered.

Once you begin to see through this illusion, you'll realise you always have the power of CHOICE. By educating yourself on all your healthcare options, you can make more informed decisions that truly empower you 💥

15/03/2026

Supplements are not pharmaceutical medications.

While there's a time and place for symptom relief, and there are instances where supplements *may* provide that, supplements typically don't work in the same way medications do.

They're meant to be a supportive strategy alongside lifestyle change, which all work together to assist the body back to homeostasis.

13/03/2026

Every client I see with significant anxiety, depression, or insomnia is deficient in the same core nutrients.

This isn't a coincidence - it's a pattern. And addressing it can make a profound difference.

Swipe ➡️ to see what I look for first.

11/03/2026

Mood swings. Itchy skin. Headaches. Digestive discomfort. All on the same day.

Sound familiar? These symptoms often get written off - but they may all be connected through one overlooked driver: histamine intolerance.

And if you're a woman, the relationship between histamine and oestrogen makes this even more complex.

Swipe ➡️ to learn more.

09/03/2026

Histamine isn't the enemy - but when your body can't break it down fast enough, things can unravel quickly 😮‍💨

From bloating and brain fog to anxiety and skin reactions - histamine intolerance is one of the most underdiagnosed drivers of mystery symptoms I see in clinic.

The real work isn't cutting out foods forever. It's finding the root cause.

Swipe ➡️ to understand how it works.

07/03/2026

I am very passionate about helping my clients understand that 'mental illnesses' are a symptom, not a genetically determined disease with no underlying root causes.

This is a fallacy that continues to irk me, as I see adult and child clients every week seeking help with their mental health - as well as others trying to withdraw from psychiatric medications without being debilitated.

The chemical imbalance theory is outdated and debunked, despite remaining the main narrative for why psychiatric medications are prescribed.

While I believe all illness is a manifestation of underlying psychological, emotional, and psycho-spiritual stress and trauma - my advice to everyone seeking help with their mental health is:

🔥 RESTORE YOUR PHYSIOLOGY FIRST 🔥

It will be almost impossible to do the deeper work if your physiology is out of balance and you're stuck in a constant state of fight-or-flight. You cannot heal without first regulating the nervous system to a state of safety and resilience.

'Psychiatric pretenders' are real. Are you actually mentally ill - or do you have hypothyroid disease, leaky gut, gluten sensitivity, and B12 + magnesium deficiency?

🔑 Overhaul your diet, lifestyle, routine, and environment.
🔑 Get thorough blood tests - viewed through an optimal lens, not just average ranges.
🔑 Work with someone experienced in navigating the right testing for your symptoms.

Address

Surry Hills, NSW

Opening Hours

10am - 5pm

Website

http://www.stevenjudge.com.au/

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