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Dr Amy

Locality: Gold Coast, Queensland

Phone: +61 401 707 997

Address: Burleigh heads 4220 Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

Website: http://Www.dramycarmichael.com

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25.01.2022 KEFIR May reduce blood pressure How exciting an animal study in 2018 compared 1 one group with hypertension and treated with kefir 2. One group with hypertension and no treatment ... 3. One control After 9 weeks of kefir the results were 1. Improved intestinal permeability 2. Restored the natural balance of 4 different gut bacteria 3. Lowered bp This showed central and peripheral mechanisms and suggests that kefir anti hypertensive mechanisms involve the gut brain axis! So today in my stressful movements of packing to our new home I couldn’t help but want to drink all 3 of these!! I didn’t but they taste sooo good that I could!! Eeny Miny moe! Which would you pick yum See more

24.01.2022 Directly from a gp government newsletter Interesting such variations in price What do you think? ... --------------------------------------------------------------- While the overall cost of the vaccinating 95% of the population has not been quantified, $24.7 million has been spent securing 100 million needles and syringes from the US and chief political correspondent with The Conversation, Michelle Grattan, estimates it will eventually surpass ‘billions of dollars’. By way of comparison, AstraZeneca has already agreed to supply the US with 300 million doses of its vaccine for $1.66 billion, or around $5.50 per dose. Such a price would appear to be on the cheaper end of the vaccine scale, with US pharmaceutical companies such as Moderna and Pfizer hoping to generate profit with their candidates, resulting in price ranges from $5483 per dose.

23.01.2022 Stress leads us to lower our values So what if you were super clear on your values? A common theme for people right now is not understanding what they want, where they are going, what’s their values. ... People feel lost and in a rut. 80% of doctors visits are due to stress. Because people feel helpless the thoughts come in like how will I pay for my rent, I won’t get that gig if I don’t work hard, I can’t have time off because the workload will be worse when I return. But what if you managed stressed by knowing what you value? Socrates said know thyself How often do you reflect on your life’s mission, passion and purpose? Self reflection like this manifests in our behaviours and thus outcomes/results. Research on brain imaging shows that self reflection lights up the anterior and posterior cingulate cortex which helps emotion and decision making . So when stressed we can fall back on our values to steer us in the right direction, we can be quicker at saying NO and quicker at saying YES to what is a challenge rather than a threat. Everyone should be a leader in their own life and Leaders embrace their eternal values regardless of circumstances Please post a if this resonates See more

23.01.2022 How to control changes in your health I’ve been there, seen it, heard it and lived it. You want to make a change like what to put in your mouth instead of mars bars, you want to get those summer abs but feel unmotivated and just happen to skip the scheduled class you signed up for oopsy! Well changes don’t come just like that on a whim! ... They start and gain momentum with preparation and understanding your blueprint, your locus if control, getting real about what you perceive you can do. This is the theory of planned behaviour. 1. What’s your attitude towards your goal? I’m gonna do this or I can’t get there it’s too hard 2. Intention- why do you want to do it and what are you intending to get out of the desired outcome Subjective norms - what do you believe someone important to you would agree? Social norm - is this normal to do in society? Perceived power - can you do this Perceived behavioural control - is it going to be easy or difficult to not buy chocolate when I’m at the petrol station All of these factors affect our health behaviour changes So next time you decide I’m gonna get super fit and before Christmas, think how can I set myself up for success? Oh yeah that health behaviour pointers dr Amy said might be worth evaluating!

21.01.2022 Weirdly after all my years in the medical industry im seeing the flaws become so visible and transparent that people are slowly slowly starting to realise this can’t go on any longer . The generous amount of excellent studies on nutrition like Ornish, look ahead, studies and the constant bombardement in shops, tv and magazines that are constantly contradicting, confusing or simple lies about the real effects of the food we eat! High blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, o...besity, stroke, heart attacks and some mental health issues are all preventable The food industry has huge amounts of money behind them and i sadly see the effects consistently having grave consequences. We are now witnessing rushed science in vaccines and a race for the big pharmas to get the deals! In summary think a little before you put anything past your mouth, listen in your ears, read and digest, and lastly what you arent quite sure of the consequences of!

19.01.2022 Why people get mediocre health results!

18.01.2022 Morning mirror work I’ve been contemplating allot recently about life. This has been catalysed by the current political events and feeling concerned over safety in health, financial and society at large I started to really stir yesterday and remembered that in these times we have to look at our locus of control. ... Where do I sit with values, beliefs. I started doing mirror work again and it’s confronting but eye opening literally I get up naked Sit in front of a large mirror And stare at myself All of my body And a wave of discussion flows through and I just allow it with no judgement I see fat I see suppressed I see frustration I see anger I see sadness I see concern for humanity I see vulnerability I see little Amy I see heaps of love I see loyalty I see determination I see surrender I then journaled this and thought share because sometimes people forget on insta that your human Imperfect Aren’t always happy And you too go through peaks and troughs If your an empath you feel and take on everyone’s stuff even things going on in the government All I can say is I have a deep belief everything even in low moments is here to teach us Today I learnt that I will honour all feelings I have like anger frustration sadness and never be afraid to express them in a safe container These emotions are normal and you too need to know that See more

17.01.2022 JOY!! Ever felt like your stuck in a rut? Living to just simply survive? Realising you have little joy in your life? ... Yup it’s pretty dam common! Your not alone! Our lives go on auto pilot and we have a heap of decisions we make everyday! Should I go to the gym? Should I respond to that text? Should I speak my opinion? What shall I cook? We make choices everyday! Habits become the choices we make and habits then go on autopilot! Everyday we have the opportunity to choose joy! But how often do we think of it like that? Deciding to eat healthy Deciding to exercise Cuddling up to our loved ones Laughing with our friends Giving ourselves permission to say no Connecting to our inner voice We don’t recognise that we can actually choose JOY! Yet We can!! # choose to recognise it choose to feel it choose to be in its presence! When you choose joy! Joy becomes a habit! A habit becomes our norm And suddenly love is our reflex! So just for today what do you choose to be in joy with?

17.01.2022 Stability through change! ALLOSTASIS I’ve been studying stress for the last 15 years and one thing I know for sure is that stress is experienced in multiple ways and yet some perceive it more than others! ... Right now stress or Allostatic load - is the appropriate medical term, has reached an all time peak, and yet how it manifests to some looks very different on others! Analogy- It’s literally like a dress Some can look well presented ie calm and professional and others it’s too big and is creased, ie you let your stress all out in frustration anger sadness. Allostatic load is a constant and so by becoming aware of its symptoms and signs ie how your wear the dress and what you choose to put on is so imperative right now So your thoughts, your awareness, your presence to yourself is crucial! Because we can have stability through change! You just need to know how! Tag a friend who needs to this! See more

15.01.2022 A review in the Lancet has looked at the current evidence on vit d and covid 19. So far we’ve seen lower levels of vitamin d associated with susceptibility to SARS-Cov-2 infection and severity However once people present they are likely to already be in a hyper inflammatory stage so it could be too late for the antiviral effects of vitamin d to take effect. ... This is exactly why preventative medicine is extremely important! They propose a population based trial investigating the prophylactic use of vitamin d now to see if it reduces the severity and extent to which people are symptomatic or does not result in hospitalisation. They say there’s nothing to loose and potentially everything to gain by prophylactic vitamin d from 400-800 IU a day. What’s even more exciting is AIMA has asked the government to allow integrative and functional doctors to help educate and lead policies in helping people support their immune system. What do you think? Post a comment below if you’d love to see this trial started! Or if you are taking vit d?

15.01.2022 Science - The mind behind eyes I just want to say I see you! You’ve all heard the Shakespeare saying eyes are the window to the soul Well a new study by Yale shows that the brain reads people’s minds not just where they are looking. It’s actually most interested when the assessor (you ) sees the gaze as socially significant. ... This is so valuable right now in a pandemic when firstly we wonder if anyone cares and secondly if you are forced to use a mask the eyes will be all you’ll see! So I just want to remind you that I’m here! I see all of your pain and that we will all get through this and if anything, bigger changes will occur for the better than we realise right now! Share your gaze with love Tag a friend below who needs to hear this See more

10.01.2022 My story and why I can help you too

10.01.2022 I’ve been quiet for a while because I’ve been feeling the heaviness of the world! The reactions people have had during this virus has really made me realise that my passions are really important to me and that I wasn’t made for simply working to create a roof over my head! And I don’t think you are too! So we’re looking for a home to grow a sanctuary of peace and health. A place I can create, evolve and engage with other humans and of course animals! And I think possibly we... have found it! This was our sign! Right at the back door! It reminded me when I first got to Australia 8 years ago and thinking how wild and beautiful nature was here! I was in complete awe in a retreat with my parents feeding wild kangaroos So now I think it’s our time to create this! Ahhhhhhh Watch this space!

09.01.2022 FOOD SECURITY Have you heard of food security? Food security means having physical availability to nutritious food and the resources and opportunity to gain access to It. Australia has always been a secure nation but since the pandemic i have been deeply concerned with rural and remote australia and what would occur if lockdowns were to continue. ... What foods could you eat? How available would it be? For me it’s always been plant rich essentially a vegan diet but I’ve been forced to review what can I grow and have on the land so that we have a sustainable organic source that is abundant in supply. Food insecurity in Australia ranges from 4-14% and in remote areas up to 83% That’s at its minimum 1 million Australians! For us as a family we have decided to buy land so we can create our own food security with a biodynamic farm and essentially everything we love to eat - veggies and fruit! We have decided we will not kill any animals but We are happy to have chicks that can naturally lay their eggs when they decide! Welcome dusty to the family please! So what could you grow in your backyard or shelf to store if needed? Are you thinking about living off the land like us? These are exciting times as we decide to go back to basics! See more

09.01.2022 From a doctor to you! If you are watching tv and spiralling in the fear then you fit this statement! Over the last 5 months ... 80 percent of Buisness have been affected Disruption in supply chains has occurred Schools closed People haven’t been able to see loved ones Pivotal moments in people’s lives like marriage and death have been stopped Tracking has started Censorship of information occurring Freedom of speech has been suppressed Looters have run riot Connection has been lost Agriculture has declined Food security is at threat And yet where are all the doctors speaking? Isn’t this a primary medical problem? Have we ever tackled something like this? If they are speaking where are they? Maybe we’ve all been shhhhhd Maybe we are too scared Maybe we will be critiqued But don’t you want to know what they think?? The truth always prevails

09.01.2022 What is epigenetic’s and how can I use it to optimise my health!? Epigenetic’s is the feedback loop between your genes and your environment. Our body constantly tries to tell ourselves what we need to thrive! So when you input the correct variables on what you should eat, how you should move, what daily habits improve your productivity we can create not only longevity but we can make health a hell of allot easier! It’s literally hacking your system to work in your favour! ... So with that all said and numerous enquires asking to do a group program I thought I’d pilot one I’m super excited about! Because you are unique and unnumbered and I love to see results ! Launching soon Applications open click on link in bio! Limited spots available!

05.01.2022 Berry nut porridge Pretty much in love with this late breaky I keep making. Full of vitamin c, manganese, folic acid, vitamin e and omegas! ... Rather than oats too I’ve been using buckwheat rice puffs! Recipe 1/2 cup raspberries 1/4 strawberries 1/4 blueberries hemp seeds LSA walnuts macadamias Goji berries Splashed with homemade almond milk or @coyo_organic yoghurt No prep time needed! You seriously never need to buy cereal! #noexcuses What’s your go to breaky that’s simple and easy?

02.01.2022 Do not be afraid of your truth it will become your compass! So many times we sway away from our desires or wishes because we are often to concerned about what others think, others will say, how we will be judged, if we can afford to do as we want, if we will be safe making certain decisions! If you know your truths it’s much simpler life gets easier saying no and saying yes and also working or collaborating with those on the same page ... Resistance fades, flow begins and you wonder why you didn’t make certain decisions earlier! I’m super excited to announce I passed my exams for fellowship in lifestyle medicine! And I’m sure to keep going as my compass is saying I’m on the right track! Wooo Where is your compass leading you? Have you got any resistance? See more

02.01.2022 The role of a physician All doctors are taught to discuss social aspects of health this is our stress, our environment, our lifestyle habits! Yet how often are you really asked or better still discussed! ... Well studies show that female physicians personal health practices have a positive correlation with their likelihood to discuss with you at least once a year! Plus their exercise habits and discussion about weight are found to have an increased frequency with those doctors that actually do it for themselves! So I ask you, how healthy is your doctor? If you want to loose weight you look for someone who’s gone through that journey and can inspire you If you want to feel less stressed you lean on people who take life in their stride and give you tips on how to chill So find a health professional who practices what they preach! See more

01.01.2022 Good nutrition Are you conscious enough to understand what you feed your body allows it to evolve! Plant based foods show improvements in our biochemistry and our overall health ... Plus @coyo_organic has probiotics to feed our microorganisms What more could you ask for? Yum Have you tried the new coyo flavours!?