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Be in Balance - Karen is a university qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist with over 20 years exper

10/02/2026

🥜 My new favourite thing - Powdered Peanut Butter is genius!

You can reconstitute it with water to make a peanut-butter-like paste, or mix it into smoothies and bliss balls, onto oats or an Acai bowl, dressings, sauces or use in baking!

It adds peanut butter flavour with less fat, less calories, and plenty of protein.

09/02/2026

🧐Why Use Biomedical Testing?

Biomedical testing allows us to look beyond symptoms and identify what is happening inside your body.

While symptoms offer clues, accurate testing reveals the underlying drivers, such as inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, heavy metals and toxic burden, hormonal and stress patterns, gut imbalances, or hidden infections, so treatment is based on evidence.

Although biomedical testing involves an initial outlay, it often saves money in the long run. By laying all the cards on the table early, treatment can be targeted and precise, helping you achieve your health goals more quickly.

Over the next month, I’ll be expanding the range of biomedical tests listed on my website and adding direct links to purchase these tests, making it easier and more convenient to take the next step in understanding your health.

Please email me if you have any questions!

06/02/2026

Now that the holiday season is over and the kids are back at school, is it time to focus on you?

If you have any health issues you want to get sorted this year, book in for an appointment. I would love to support you.

05/02/2026

😵‍💫Vertigo isn’t always “ear crystals”!

You may have been told your vertigo is caused by “crystals” in the inner ear being out of place, but it does not explain all vertigo.

One specific type is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), where tiny calcium particles shift and cause brief spinning sensations, usually triggered by changes in head position. These episodes are short and not linked with gut symptoms.

However, many people with vertigo also experience gut inflammation or diarrhoea, food reactions (especially gluten), foggy brain, nausea, head pressure, flushing or anxiety.

In these cases, vertigo is more likely related to inflammation and histamine, rather than a purely mechanical ear issue.

The vestibular system (the inner ear balance system) contains immune cells called mast cells, which release histamine during inflammatory responses.

When the gut is inflamed, histamine and other inflammatory chemicals can disrupt balance signals to the brain, leading to vertigo and brain fog.

03/02/2026

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Start the year on a positive note with a flower essence consultation!

In this half hour session we discuss current emotions, patterns or blocks in your life, your relationships with others and anything you wish to share. I will then prepare a personalised flower essence remedy for you.

Flower essences work quickly and deeply, addressing psychological, spiritual and physical states relevant to today to bring about harmony.

This consult can be in person or remotely via Zoom, Facetime or phone. I can also create a gift voucher for you if you would like to gift a flower essence consult to a loved one!

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02/02/2026

😋HIGH PROTEIN ACAI BOWLS

This is a great recipe for a healthy summer breakfast and this high protein version will keep your blood sugar levels stable.

1 frozen Amazonia açai purée packet (100g), slightly thawed
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
1/2 cup frozen cauliflower
1 scoop protein powder
¼–½ cup almond milk
1 tablespoon h**p seeds
1 tablespoon Cocobella coconut yoghurt

Topping Suggestions:
Cocobella coconut yoghurt
Fresh berries
High-protein granola
H**p seeds or chia seeds
A drizzle of nut butter or chopped nuts
Cacao nibs

Add the açai, berries, cauli, protein powder, h**p seeds, yoghurt and a splash of almond milk to a blender. Blend on low until smooth, adding liquid slowly so it stays thick. Spoon into a bowl and add toppings of your choice. Enjoy immediately!

30/01/2026

Summer is a time when we need to keep an eye on our hydration levels, particularly if we are doing a lot of activity. If you need to rehydrate, make this drink up!

Rehydration Drink

1/2 tsp (2.5g) Natural Celtic Sea Salt / Australian Sea or Lake Salt
1/4 cup Organic Pure Pomegranate Juice
1/4 cup Lemon / Lime / Orange Juice (optional)
1 1/2 cups of organic, unsweetened, pure coconut water
2 cups of filtered water

Mix together all ingredients into a glass, ceramic or stainless steel jug and
keep refrigerated.

Consume 1 glass over 30mins when you wake up in the morning.

Maintain hydration with water and caffeine-free herbal teas throughout the day.

Consume an additional glass over 30mins post exercise / workout.

29/01/2026

😋 I love the Ceres Organic Brown Rice Cakes!

They make light, crunchy, affordable GF whole-grain bases for quick snacks or lunches.

Some of my favourite toppings:

- sunflower seed butter with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds

- avo and smoked salmon, lemon and pepper

- boiled eggs and avocado with cucumber on the side

What are your ideas for rice cakes? Let us know 👇

28/01/2026

Last year I did some further study in an intensive specialisation program in cognitive care and dementia prevention, joining the first six naturopaths in Australia to be trained in the ClearPath Method.

This is a research and evidence-based approach to optimising brain health and function.

It’s staggering to learn that dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australian women, but the exciting news is that much can be done to reduce your risk.

My goal is to help uncover the modifiable factors and early warning signs long before they progress, so that, in the future, dementia can become optional instead of inevitable.

Stay tuned for more information about bookings for this service.

27/01/2026

Most protein bars on supermarket shelves are packed with sugars, syrups, artificial sweeteners or fillers that spike blood sugar and leave you hungrier an hour later.

The good news is, a handful of bars on the Australian market actually do what they promise - deliver meaningful protein, keep sugars low, and support stable energy without upsetting your gut.

When I’m choosing an on-the-go bar I look for:

✓ at least 10g of protein (more is even better)
✓ less than 5g sugar per 100g
✓ clean sweeteners only (stevia, monk fruit, or dates - not sugar alcohols)

Keep an eye on my socials in the coming weeks as I will share my favourite protein bars!

22/01/2026

For kickstarting new year health regimes, here are some of my favourite quick supermarket staples that keep blood sugar steady, lift energy, and support healthy weight management.

1. Slendier Edamame High Protein, Low Carb Pasta

2. BFree Gluten-Free High-Protein, Low-Carb Wraps

3. Amazonia Pure Açaí Frozen Blocks

4. Cocobella High Protein Vanilla Coconut Yoghurt

5. Slendier Konjac Rice

6. Ceres Organic Brown Rice Cakes

If you would like some help with weight management, please book in for an appointment!

20/01/2026

Don't be afraid of fat!

Fats in the diet provide energy and support various functions throughout the body including improving your metabolism.

Choose good quality, healthy fat sources like avocado, nuts, extra virgin olive oil and fatty fish.

Are you getting enough healthy fats in your diet?

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