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Sarah Franklin Naturopathy, Balanced Health

Locality: Coolangatta

Phone: +61 7 5599 1339

Address: 32-34 Musgrave St Shop 6 4225 Coolangatta, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.balancedhealth.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Clinic will be closed on Wednesday 21st Oct for professional developmentClinic will be closed on Wednesday 21st Oct for professional development

25.01.2022 Hopefully increased manufacturing will reduce the cost of legally prescribed medicinal cannabis which is still not cost effective for many patients.

25.01.2022 Worth doing this to learn more about COVID-19 even if you are not a health professional. Anyone can log in and do it for free. https://www.health.gov.au//covid-19-infection-control-trai

25.01.2022 "If a sprained ankle is what you think of when you hear the word ‘inflammation’, you are probably wondering what a simple injury and depression could possibly h...ave in common. The answer is, more than you think..." Our latest blog post highlights how you can 'grab the fire extinguisher' on inflammation, and work your way to a better mood. Click below to read!

24.01.2022 With so many bugs around at the moment how can you tell a cold from a flu or something more worrisome .. Great chart designed by the World Health Organization on the differences between the three.

24.01.2022 Recently the scientific community has uncovered the osteosarcopenic obesity phenotype. It is defined as an increase in total and/or abdominal adipose tissue, pro-inflammatory cytokines and hormonal disturbances leading to losses of both muscle and bone. Learn more, here.

23.01.2022 Lucky we are old pros as this border business . Don’t forget to check google maps and print off your passes again if you are coming from NSW. Reminder we close on Wednesday at 5pm for our Xmas break until 11th Jan. If you can’t get to us give us a call and we can post things out to you. https://www.qld.gov.au/border-pass

23.01.2022 Clinic will be closed for Xmas from Friday 20th Dec until the 13th Jan.

21.01.2022 I have a room to rent in my clinic four days a week. Best suited for a massage therapist or similar. If you know anyone that might suit our team get them to private message me.

21.01.2022 Clinic will be closed tomorrow, Thursday the 30th July. We will be back on Friday.Clinic will be closed tomorrow, Thursday the 30th July. We will be back on Friday.

21.01.2022 We just wanted to welcome Jacob to the team, Jacob is a physio who will now be operating out of the clinic 3 days a week. https://www.balancedhealth.com.au/about-us/jacobtaylor/

21.01.2022 Several successful border crossings today, no problem getting to appointments just show your SMS to the police Several successful border crossings today, no problem getting to appointments just show your SMS to the police

18.01.2022 Broccoli sprouts are a concentrated source of sulforaphane, a phytochemical that boosts phase II liver detoxification, along with a whole host of other health b...enefits. Growing your own broccoli sprouts is really easy, just follow these simple steps: -Place broccoli seeds in a large wide mouth jar, or a special sprouting jar or tray. Add cool water and soak for 12 hours in a cool dry place -Rinse and drain the seeds. Store in the jar or sprouting tray in a dark place for 3 days, rinsing and draining 3 times per day -Place in indirect sunlight for 2-3 days, continuing to rinse and drain 2-3 times a day -Harvest when most of the sprouts have turned green You can eat your broccoli sprouts raw in salads or sandwiches, add them to smoothies, blend them into a dip or add to stir-fries at the last moment. If you start a new batch of broccoli sprouts every few days, you will have a continuous harvest available to enjoy!

17.01.2022 Balanced Health will remain open and we are here to help you through this. There will be some changes that have come into place so that we are following directions by our professional bodies to keep you and your family safe. These changes are only short term and we will return to normal once we all get through this. I will still be seeing you as normal, but it won’t be face to face. It will be done via your preferred method of Phone, Face-Time, Skype or Zoom. We must f...ollow government and professional body direction at this stage which is why we must avoid face to face consults at this time. You can still come and collect items, but you will have to phone ahead as collection will only be able to occur during certain times. We can post anything you need, so again phone us on 0755991339 or email me on [email protected] and we will get what you need posted. There may be some delay in getting products in and posted to you. Many of our supplies that are normally able to deliver next day are up to 7 days behind. Which again is out of our control, but we will try and get them to you as soon as possible. When it comes to immune support there will be out of stocks. Some will be out of stock for a few weeks others may be out of stock for months. Again, I can help come up with some alternates to keep you and your families as healthy as possible. Other than that I’m hoping you are all staying safe and healthy, and if you need any immune, sleep or nervous system support right now just let me know.

17.01.2022 IS STRESS MAKING YOU FAT? We have always known that weight gain can be attributed to stress. It has only been in the last decade that we have really been able to understand why. Have you ever wondered why some people can eat the right number of calories and exercise regularly but still find that they cannot shift weight? Stress can affect the body in a myriad of ways. When you are stressed you crave more food - foods that make you feel happy and give you more energy. Thes...e foods tend to be high in calories and sugar which is the last thing your body needs. A recent study at Leeds University was conducted on stress levels in relation to weight gain. Subjects were put through a trial where they measured their blood sugar levels throughout the day. They were tested on different days to see how their blood sugars compared from days when they were put under stress against days when they were quite relaxed. The results were astonishing. On a normal day when the participated ate food the blood levels returned to normal after around 30 minutes. However, when put under stress the same candidate ate the same meal and their blood sugars took 3 hours to return to normal. That’s six times longer to return to normal. When you are stressed you produce a flight fight response which increases the availability of sugar into the blood stream so that you can react to stress by either fighting or flighting. However, for most of us we are stressed at work, home or sitting around so we don’t burn off this sugar. When we don’t burn off this sugar the body the stores it as energy which is where it will be converted into fat stores. So, what can you do to help? Be more aware of your mood and what is causing you to stress, can you change any of the circumstances or the way you react to it. Try exercising later in the day rather than the morning to burn off the sugar and re-regulate your blood sugar levels. Avoid foods that are high in sugar and carbs when you are stressed, they are only making things worse. Learn relaxation techniques that suit you e.g. walking, art therapies, yoga or meditation.

17.01.2022 A young Melbourne man who was critically ill with COVID-19 and suffering early stages of blood poisoning made a remarkable recovery after being given massive do...ses of vitamin C, leaving doctors amazed. For years, orthodox medicine has engaged in denialism regarding the evidence showing the health benefits of vitamin C therapy. It is good to see the boundaries starting to come down. Read more: https://www.abc.net.au//mega-dose-of-vitamin-c-tr/12939202

16.01.2022 More than 2,000 Australians suffering from advanced melanoma will soon receive financial relief with an expansion of treatments on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. #9News

15.01.2022 In recent years, turmeric has been promoted up the ranks in the world of spices, proudly taking up position as the golden child, featuring on the menu of every self-respecting hipster café. Is the hype justified? Learn more about why this may just be the spice of life...

15.01.2022 Update on how we are going to manage the clinic during the CONVID-19. But keep in mind things may change as we go along based on advice from the Health Department and our Governing Body. If the following three points include you please contact reception and we can still do your consult, but it will be via Skype, Zoom, Face-time or old-fashioned phone call at the stage. Products can then be posted or collected by someone else. Have returned from overseas in the last 14 da...ys. Have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days. Have fever or symptoms of acute respiratory infection If you are one of my immune compromised patients or elderly patients a consult via Skype, Zoom, Face-time or Phone would be the safest for you. This remote way of doing a consult is available to everyone if you prefer it at this stage over a face to face consult. Products can be posted or collected by someone else. At this stage we will stay open and I will continue to do face to face consults. We have increased our cleaning of the clinic and encourage everyone to use the hand sanitiser on the counter upon entry to the clinic.

14.01.2022 Could you manage you anxiety or depressions better? A new government initiative is here to help. So if you are needing some support this a great free service available to all Australians. https://moodgym.com.au/

14.01.2022 Something light for the weekend

13.01.2022 Another health fund has come on board so that you can get rebates for Nutrition. Fingers cross the talk on the town if they will reinstate Naturopathy next year So that means you can get rebates with the following funds currently under nutrition.... AAMI APIA AHM AHRG CUA GU Health GMF HBF Health.com.au Medibank Private Mildura NIB Suncorp Qantas QLD Country West Fund

12.01.2022 Could a daily drop of Vitamin D over the first year of life help prevent children from developing food allergies? Melbourne researchers are conducting a clinical trial to find out.

12.01.2022 Not all omegas are equal! Scientists suspect that a high intake of omega-6 fatty acids, relative to omega-3, may promote several chronic diseases. For patients ...looking to optimise their omegas and reach the right ratio, consider: Avoiding vegetable oils high in omega-6 (and the processed foods that contain them). Eating plenty of omega-3 rich foods, including something from the sea at least once or twice a week. If needed, supplement with a high-quality omega-3 source like fish oil. See more

12.01.2022 $5k is a small price to pay to help people avoid chemotherapy if it is not needed and it certainly costs the government a lot more than $5k to administer treatment in unnecessary cases.

12.01.2022 Great food for thought right now.

10.01.2022 Great easy tips

10.01.2022 We are back to business as usual with seeing people in the clinic, however there are a few changes. Phone and video consults will remain for those who prefer this form of consultation due to preference or health reasons. Due to the new social distancing rules if you could wait outside the clinic and I will come and get you to reduce the number of people in the waiting room. ... Best to phone ahead to check if we have your supplement in stock before you head down as there are some "out of stocks" or delays with deliveries.

09.01.2022 Clients can still come across the border if you have an appointment. Just show the police the SMS you received from us when we confirm. Otherwise for NSW we can do a virtual consult. Health funds are covering phone consults at this stage if you are covered for Nutrition. Again if you need supplements from us let us know and we can either post them or we can SMS that they are ready for collection. We are classed as medical treatment. See below.

09.01.2022 You may have sipped on this spice in a warm golden latte, but for fresh twist, try it in this tropical smoothie for some anti-inflammatory benefits.

09.01.2022 You can now book online or manage your appointments through our new online booking system.

08.01.2022 We remain business as usual as we are classed as "Essential Services" But keep in mind that I do treat people who are immune suppressed, chronically unwell and the elderly. So if you are unwell in anyway or if you think you are high risk please change your appointment to a Phone Call or Skype. Then we can either post you your supplements or you can have someone else collect them.

08.01.2022 Just a reminder we are closed on Friday the 14th being a public holiday in QLD.Just a reminder we are closed on Friday the 14th being a public holiday in QLD.

08.01.2022 Any options for triple negative breast cancer patients is good news.

08.01.2022 Privileged today to present case studies to fellow practitioners around Australia on the use of Fitgenes in practice.

08.01.2022 For about 2 million Australians, migraine is a significant and debilitating condition. Susceptibility to migraine is normally inherited, with certain parts of t...he brain adopting a seemingly hypersensitive response to certain stimuli. The pain nucleus of the trigeminal nerve becomes spontaneously active and pain is felt in the head or upper neck and blood flow in the face and scalp increases reflexly. To view the full sized FX Medicine infographic, visit https://www.fxmedicine.com.au//migraine-pathways-heading-p #FXMedicine #Migraine #Magnesium #genetics #SNP #MTHFR

08.01.2022 Reminder Clinic Closure. Finishing 23rd Dec and Reopen Mon 11th JanReminder Clinic Closure. Finishing 23rd Dec and Reopen Mon 11th Jan

07.01.2022 You can still come over the border for appointments you just need to print off the new pass, have your ID to show your name and address and show them the reminder text on your phone that displays your appointment time and date.

07.01.2022 We will be closed next Thursday and Friday the 1st & 2nd OctoberWe will be closed next Thursday and Friday the 1st & 2nd October

06.01.2022 Good to know when so many rice products are chosen as easy lunch box treats

06.01.2022 How can some farmers think it is a conspiracy that round up is harmful to your health?

05.01.2022 Clinic now closed until 11th Jan. Enjoy the special time with family and friends, rest up and get those health goals ready for 2021

04.01.2022 Just giving a heads up. We will be closed next week from the 6th to the 12th July for a Holiday.Just giving a heads up. We will be closed next week from the 6th to the 12th July for a Holiday.

04.01.2022 Great news for us on the border. Queensland government has been able to identify the suburbs classed as a border resident which means you can still cross but you need you have your border pass and ID. https://www.qld.gov.au//bor/border-restrictions-8-aug-2020

04.01.2022 Did you know we offer Phone, Skype and Face-time consults? We have been treating people all over Australia and overseas for the last decade in this manner. We can also post anything you need after phone consults or if you ever can’t get to the clinic.

03.01.2022 While the news of increasing COVID-19 cases in the US and parts of Europe is dire, there does seem to be a growing body of evidence that certain plant extracts ...and supplements such as vitamins D and C may provide some hope in lessening the severity of the virus. Researchers in Columbia and Peru have shown that Uncaria tomentosa a woody vine native to South America known of as "Cat's claw" exerts antiviral activity against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the agent that causes COVID-19. https://www.news-medical.net//Cats-claw-extract-inhibits-r

02.01.2022 For those crossing the border a new pass needs to be downloaded as of today.

01.01.2022 How Can You Help Your Immune System To Cope with Coronavirus? Unless you have been living under a rock you would have been bombarded with media about the Coronavirus. Is it something we should all be panicking about? No, but will it affect a substantial amount of the population, the answer would be yes. Unfortunately, in this case we are still learning about the virus and how it affects our health, so we are all running blind to a degree. What we do know is that the virus ...has particular markers which allow it to attach to the lung tissue, and once there it can replicate and cause disease until your immune system can come up with a plan on how to manage it. For some people the immune system is very good and can get on top of it quickly whilst for others it can take longer which can lead to more issues. Therefore, older people or people with a compromised immune system may be affected more by the disease than people with a healthy one. So, what can you do to help yourself? First, make sure you are getting the basics right. Wash your hands and try to avoid touching your face. The only way the virus can enter your body is by you breathing it in or you touching you face if the virus is on your hands. Are you getting to bed on time and getting enough sleep, or are you burning the candle at both ends? How is the diet? Try to reduce the sugar’s in the diet as sugar will suppress the immune system. Just try and focus on a wholesome diet with lots of nutrient dense food and avoid as much processed food as you can. Exercise! Don’t coup yourself up at home. Try get out into the fresh air and keep up your walking and routines. If you are worried about hitting the gym or classes, try working out in a park or at home. If you love fragrances, burn essential oils around the home like citrus, lemon grass and eucalyptus. Vitamin C, Zinc, Garlic and Mushrooms have always been good staples for the immune system to help support and boost the immune function. Herbs like Echinacea, Andrographis, Cats Claw, Olive Leaf and Elderberry are also very good for your immune system and will help reduce the severity and duration of the infection but always check that it is safe for you to do so. As some of these herbs can interfere with certain medications and need to be avoided in pregnancy.