Ezra Holistic in Mount Macedon, Victoria | Medical and health

Ezra Holistic

Locality: Mount Macedon, Victoria

Phone: +61 406 422 517

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25.01.2022 Finally the sun has come out, shining it’s brightness on my @dermaviduals serums #sundayvibes #skincare #clearingthespace #busyweekahead #premiumskincare #serums #activeskincare #individualskincare #uniqueblends #naturopath #skinasthetics #corneotherapy

24.01.2022 Tea is drunk to forget the din of the world T'ien Yi-heng Only 5 CALM blends left of my magically tea - DM to secure a cylinder of magic - each tea comes with a raw amethyst $16.00 for 40 grams # hennkim #teaislife #naturopathicallyformulated #naturopathicmedicine @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

24.01.2022 So, what is all the fuss about getting your 35 grams of fibre in ladies, and men 30 grams per day? And to make sure you have prebiotics in your diet. What science knows is that fibre optimises your digestive health, ensures that you have regular bowel motions (daily) and increases the elimination of hormones and toxins that have been used and deemed ready for the tip. Whilst prebiotics utilize fibres and complex carbohydrates to produce short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) which ...include acetate, propionate and butyrates these guys work by lowering your luminal pH, contribute to an increase in calcium and magnesium absorption, help reduce potential pathogenic bacteria doing damage, serve as an energy source for epithelial cells and are also involved in supporting your immune response.. so with such an important job, it is important that these health-promoting bacteria are present in sufficient numbers and are maintained, protecting us against (to name a few) things like Colon cancer and colitis Infections IBS / IBD / bloating / flatulence Increased inflammation Imbalanced immune response How to get your fibre and prebiotics in your diet Greenish bananas (resistant starch) Garlic Leeks Chickpeas Lentils Oats Wheat Bran Seaweed Apples Cranberries Dark thick-skinned grapes that make your tongue fury Cacao Psyllium husk Flaxseed Meal If you are struggling with your guts and have any gastrointestinal complains, this is a great opportunity to book in to see me to get sorted, and to avoid further complications in the future - from FEB 10th I will be at two locations, Tuesday and Thursday in Kyneton with the other days in Mount Macedon link in bio to book! Yuan Li, Jiali Dong, Huiwen Xiao, Shuqin Zhang, Bin Wang, Ming Cui, Saijun Fan. (2020) Gut commensal derived-valeric acid protects against radiation injuries. Gut Microbes 0:0, pages 1-18.

23.01.2022 Guacamole Hummus Heaven 2 avocados 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon tahini 2 tablespoons of green tobasco sauce ... 1 clove garlic, crushed 4 tablespoons lemon juice Sea salt and cracked black pepper 6 small wholemeal flatbreads, toasted store-bought dukkah, for sprinkling Extra virgin olive oil, to serve Lemon wedges, to serve Place the avocado, chickpeas, tahini, green tobasco sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a food processor and process until smooth. Spoon the hummus onto flatbread or use it as a side sprinkle with the dukkah and drizzle with oil store left over in fridge Optional serve with a few eggs for added protein! Argh so good!

20.01.2022 - your body, your habits or your emotions? . . When I coach people to adopt a healthier lifestyle, one of the best pieces of advice I give ...is to eat to feel good about yourself, vitality and longevity! and to NOT eat in a way that puts added pressure on you or worse makes your feel deprived because yes you may be overweight, but it's the feelings the tells that you that you need to change. . . Weight loss is a calorie deficit, but you can still be skinny and feel shit because of your food choices - and yes weight-loss has so many benefits, but it will just come secondary when you change your food types and the portions that you eat, and understanding that each meal needs to start as a conversation with yourself, esp when you are trying to form old HABITS to new ones, How is this meal going to benefit me?. . . Habits take 66 days to change and there are many variables to keep in check - so when you want to start feeling good start looking at your food choices and the amount you eat, it doesn't have to be complicated, but to make change last you need to see what you are feeding your body, your habits or your emotions - and work with a food coach if you need extra support . . . Nutritional coaching also available in Mount Macedon taking new clients with spots available next sat 12pm and 2pm on check in days #foodasmedicine #naturopathy See more

20.01.2022 The basics #justeatfood #breakfast #goodmorning #posttrainingmeal #foodismedicine

18.01.2022 Now Available Online Ginger Spice Tea A warming spicy note tea that includes cinnamon, ginger and licorice as well as tulsi, peppermint and withania Designed ...to support digestion, gut health and the nervous system, this tea is a beautiful end of the day tea or for times of stress and the need to wind down, as well as digestive upsets like bloating. The two main bases are tulsi and peppermint- As you know Tulsi, also called Holy Basil, is a really sacred plant, also known as The Queen of the Herbs for its restorative and spiritual properties. Peppermint - Its purity and refreshing tang hides a multitude of benefits including detoxing properties, appetite control, stress levels and digestion Now up on my online store #tulsitea #tea #naturopathicallyformulated #selfcare #tummytea #bossbabe #naturopath #herbalmedicine #smallbusiness #foodasmedicine #ezraholistic

15.01.2022 This moon, these energies- for all those that need some #love #power #strength @yvettedoudle

15.01.2022 Dispensing this week - (limited quantities avail), stress and anxiety relief roll on - apply to your temples or simple smell the essence when you need immediate stress relief! Made with organic infused high grade oils and flower essences in 10ml bottles! $15.00 plus PH - dm to place your order

14.01.2022 Monday reminder .... Recognise your value Master that one thing you are good at (we all have something)... ......and then make yourself visible to the world so you can be seen for all that you are #mondaymotivation

13.01.2022 This moon, these energies- for all those that need some #love #power #strength @yvettedoudle

13.01.2022 Pictured here are the leaves & flowers of Holy Basil also known as Tulsi - Hindus view Tulsi as a goddess in the form of a plant, bestowed with great spiritua...l powers According to legend, no amount of gold could outweigh Krishnas power (Hindu deity), but a single Tulsi leaf placed on the pan in loving devotion tilted that scale and so the story goes they hailed Tulsi as The King of Herbs instead of as a queen. Holy Basil became routinely included in legends, offerings and worship rituals. So, for all of you legends out there - the daily consumption of tulsi is said to...promote general health, wellbeing and longevity and assist in dealing with the stresses of daily life... it is considered a potent adaptogen that promotes resilience, helping the body to adapt to environmental, physical and emotional stress - which is even more needed through the current conditions Tulsi can be found at your local supermarket - and as always I love my PUKKA Tulsi Clarity Tea! #happysaturday #getsomesun #tulsi #naturopath #innerstrength #tulsitea #selfcaretea

13.01.2022 STRESS AND OUR HORMONES . . At one point or another, most people deal with feelings of stress, however prolonged chronic stress can have consequences - from low energy, headaches, an upset stomach and altered bowel motions, digestive issues, appetite changes, aches, pains and tense muscles, chest pain and a rapid heartbeat, insomnia, frequent colds and infections, even skin breakouts and flair ups and of course hormone cycle changes. .... . What is known is that prolonged stress alters the effectiveness of cortisol (our stress hormone) a hormone that plays a role in regulating the inflammatory response. . . Inflammation can really do damage to our gut health, and the overall normal function of our systems. Specifically, immune cells become insensitive to cortisol's regulatory effect and in turn, runaway inflammation is thought to promote the development and progression of many DIS EASES or exacerbate symptoms. . . Statistics indicate that more women than men experienced high or very high levels of psychological distress and so if youve been in a state of stress for some time, please address this with a practitioner because in the long term it can lead to really serious health issues. . . Find ways to better cope with the stress youre facing. Whether its a meditation practice or time off, it is never sustainable to stay in stress mode Consider adaptogenic and adrenal tonic herbs such as Withania somnifera, Eleutherococcus senticosus (Siberian ginseng), Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice root) or Rhodiola rosea which are just some of the magical herbs naturopaths may use to support your nervous system and reduce your stress #stressedout #naturalrememdies #stressrelief #anxiety #sleepremedies #anxietyrelief #herbsforanxiety #anxietyremedies #hormonehealth #naturalremedieswork . . . . Sheldon Cohen, Denise Janicki-Deverts, William J. Doyle, Gregory E. Miller, Ellen Frank, Bruce S. Rabin, and Ronald B. Turner. Chronic stress, glucocorticoid receptor resistance, inflammation, and disease risk. PNAS, April 2, 2012 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.1118355109 See more

13.01.2022 Put really simply Exposure to our Australian UVA and UVB both can contribute to premature skin ageing, sunburn, melanoma and other skin cancers faster than a lo...t of other countries world-wide. UVA rays penetrates deeply into the skin causing genetic damage to cells, photo-ageing (wrinkles, blotchiness) and immune-suppression Whilst UVB rays are responsible for skin burning, which is a significant risk factor for skin cancer, especially melanoma. So how do I protect my clients and their skin while they are in the sun? I use Dermaviduals SPF, which provides protection from UVA and UVB rays. SPF 15 is perfect if you are exposed to the sun for a short period of time or if you work indoors mostly but also a general daily protection SPF 30 should be applied and used for any outdoor wind, snow and water reflection situations Since the thermal radiation of the sun is quite stressful for the skin it is recommended to expose the skin in moderation even with sunscreen, but also it is important to still expose your skin to increase your vitamin D levels for a short period of time vitamin D is one of those essential vitamins for so many things! Recommended UV radiation exposure to 15% of the body (face, arms, hands) between 12:00 and 3:00pm, to produce vitamin D levels equivalent to current recommended intakes in Australia means 10 15 minutes in total time, three to four times per week with no sunscreen. Take care of your skin and vitamin D levels this summer #skincaretips #dermaviduals #australiansun #uvauvb #summerskin #summerskincaretips #macedonrangers

12.01.2022 She would be truly mortified if she found out I gave her a rainbow eyelash and posted her on my Instagram page because she matches my flow ha ha #catsofinstagram #thatspoposterous #willeatyoualive #moody #justloveher #animalsmood #hermione #hermionethecat #gorgeousgirl

12.01.2022 Its the simple things! Topped with a boiled egg for my protein, this is my favorite way to eat, simple tastes, full of nutrients and satisfying enough to last me until dinner! #foodismedicine #simplicity #tomatoes #foodstagram

12.01.2022 FOR THE LOVE OF KALE #kalechips #anyone I have so much kale growing at the moment thanks to pre COVID planting! and this is such a YUMMY way to eat it! All you need is fresh kale (home grown or organic is best but kale is kale) is it? ... Tamari sauce Olive oil (I use garlic infused) Sesame Place the kale in a bowl, drizzle tamari and olive oil, and some sesame seeds DONT GO CRAZY as you will make them heavy and they will burn and get soggy! I havent put measurements because it can vary but just drizzle it only ! Place in oven for about 20 minutes on 150 degrees or until crispy! Store in an air tight contain if you have left overs #soyum #foodasmedicine #kalechips #kale #greens #getyourgreensin

10.01.2022 Boost your meals by adding superfoods such as seeds...here is why . . They are high in fibre, which means they keep you regular they also help keep you feeling fuller for longer, and can play a role in reducing your blood sugars esp if you are a stressed out type person, seeds can also play a role in your cholesterol by grabbing the old and used cholesterol and sending it off to your bowels for departure .... . Seeds also promote a healthy gut by being a pre-biotic charged with healthy fats, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. . . Sprinkle some seeds on your meals, or consume meals pre-made with them like a raw cacao oat granola with seeds &nuts. . . Other common seeds I reach for are - 1. Chia 2. Pumpkin seeds 3. Hemp seeds 4. Flax seed MEAL 5. Wild rice ( yes, its a seed, add them cooked to your salads) #seeds #superfoods #foodasmedicine See more

10.01.2022 Early morning nude shots #herbalcreams - thank you for all of the support and love more samples will be available shortly, in the mean team how beautiful is this colour! . . #herbalmedicine #herbs #naturopath #skinhealth #psoriasisrelief #eczemarelief #healingcreams

10.01.2022 What does a naturopath bring to the table when it comes to your health? How do you choose the right health practitioner? Check out the link below #naturopath #australiannatives how gorgeous are these natives

10.01.2022 PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is technically defined as recurrent signs and symptoms that develop during the late luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and disappear by the end of the full flow of menses . . Symptoms can include: Abdominal bloating, fluid retention and weight gain... Irritability, anxiety and anger Depression, sadness and teariness Breast tenderness or abdominal pain Excessive fatigue and lack of motivation Food cravings or aversions Headaches, migraines or muscle tension Blood sugar fluctuations and nausea Insomnia or sleep changes Allergy, acne or other skin flare-ups Poor concentration or foggy brain Constipation or diarrhoea . . Changes can start to happen within 2-4 cycles once implementing healthy changes to your diet & lifestyle. . . Reasons for these symptoms occurring are varied and individual, and as a naturopath we treat case by case, if you would like help with your cycle, click link in bio above to book a time to start turning things around, located in Mount Macedon, Wed, Fri and Saturdays #naturopathy #pms #periodproblems #hormonehealth #soreboobs #foodasmedicine See more

08.01.2022 Hydration - on days like today #melbournesummer it gets me thinking about this essential nutrient! Water makes up around 60 percent of our bodies and is crucial for so many internal systems. . . Water aids in your bodys digestion and detoxification processes, keeps your skin healthy, helps maintain energy and boosts physical performance. It protects your joints, tissues and spinal cord by lubricating and cushioning them. .... . . Without enough water our cells actually shrink and I cant blame them! . . Dehydration is serious business. Even a low-level H2O deficiency can affect how you feel. . . Here are some tell-tale signs of dehydration: Digestive troubles such as constipation Lack of energy Peeing less frequently or decreased urine output when you go Deep yellow or amber-coloured urine Headaches Low blood pressure Dizziness Dry skin and/or eyes Mental fog, anxiety and other mood changes Dehydration can be mistaken for hungerif you feel hungry soon after a meal or when youve had enough to eat, try drinking some water And surprise thirst!. . . 2 litres for total hydration minimally per day, the more you are active the more you need so stay hydrated, especially when the going gets HOT!! #dehydration #water #stayhydrated #summerdays #foodasmedicine #naturopath See more

08.01.2022 Pomegranate juice/fruit &pulp (fresh) or powdered using whole fruit and peel- HAS POTENT ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY and this aspect makes it responsible for the juice's benefits on our bodies nitric oxide (NO) levels, which protect NO, so it stays in your system for longer and will give you what is known as a PUMP in the gym lingo world, so taken prior to exercise it will enhance your blood vessel diameter, which allows for better blood flow and oxygen delivery to working muscle...s. It also has been shown to delay fatigue and improved athletic performance Being a polyphenol, its peel extract supports our microbiome by lowering the Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio by raising Bacteroidetes levels (good bacteria), which will play a role in treating the symptoms of dysbiosis such as bloating, no wonder they call it the super fruit! Research studies used roughly 1-2 gram of pomegranate powder for these effects, its def worth a try as a healthier alternative to the thousands of pre-work outs out there today! #preworkout #pomegranate #fruit #gym #foodasmedicine #red #gutmicrobiome #naturopath Ammar, A., Turki, M., Chtourou, H., Hammouda, O., Trabelsi, K., Kallel, C., Souissi, N. (2016). Pomegranate Supplementation Accelerates Recovery of Muscle Damage and Soreness and Inflammatory Markers after a Weightlifting Training Session. PloS one, 11(10), e0160305. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0160305 George, N. S., Cheung, L., Luthria, D. L., Santin, M., Dawson, H. D., Bhagwat, A. A., & Smith, A. D. (2019). Pomegranate peel extract alters the microbiome in mice and dysbiosis caused by Citrobacter rodentium infection. Food science & nutrition, 7(8), 25652576. doi:10.1002/fsn3.1106

08.01.2022 Its chocolate oclock isnt it - its the first school pick for both of my boys today #kindamissedthem I made these as inspired by CHOCOLATE BUDS that I used to order from the canteen as a kid at school! Im not sure what $2 can buy now, but back then that handed me a bag of chocolate buds to go around For my version - I melted organic chocolate, popped them in moulds and then topped them with dried fruit pistachios and nibs - now I just need to put them in the back of ...the fridge so Orlando doesnt eat them in one sitting! #teenlife Have a lovely afternoon #firstdaybacktoschool @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

07.01.2022 Those earthy colours - here is my signature tea CALM it has restocked and is now available in my clinic in 50 grams satchels A tea that is perfect before bed or to drink in moments of anxiety and stress - it is just a magical all rounder that I have had such great feedback on, it flys out of the door before the shelves get filled so here is your chance to try it this tea contains tulsi, peppermint, ginger, withania and licorice DM me to place your order #herbalmagic @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

06.01.2022 BREAKFAST INSPO ALERT This week I have been giving all of my patients samples of this mix to take home! Its amazing ha ha for those dying for the recip...e here it is! #happysaturday Amaranth Puffs with cinnamon, seeds and nuts WHAT YOU WILL NEED 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp almond essence cup (265g) raw honey (or sugar free maple syrup) cup (50g) coconut oil 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3 cups (60g) puffed amaranth or spelt 1 cups (210g) pumpkin seeds 1 cup (150g) pecans and 1/2 cup cashews cup (115g) linseeds cup (50g) LSA WHAT YOU NEED TO DO 1.Preheat oven to 180C. Place the vanilla, honey and coconut oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally or until the mixture comes to the slight boil. Remove from the heat. 2.Add the cinnamon mix to combine. Place the puffed amaranth or spelt puffs, pumpkin seeds, pecans, cashews, linseed and LSA in a large bowl. 3.Pour over the honey mixture, and almond essence / mix to combine and spread evenly over 2 large baking trays lined with non-stick baking paper. Cook for 20 minutes or until crisp and golden. Set aside to cool, before breaking into shards. Makes 9 cups serve with almond milk or coconut yogurt with pears (seasonal fruit) #yum #breakfasttime #itstheweekend #breakfastinspiration #naturopath #foodismedicine #healthyoptions @ Ezra Holistic See more

06.01.2022 Tea is drunk to forget the din of the world T'ien Yi-heng Only 5 CALM blends left of my magically tea - DM to secure a cylinder of magic - each tea comes with a raw amethyst $16.00 for 40 grams # hennkim #teaislife #naturopathicallyformulated #naturopathicmedicine @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

05.01.2022 What does it mean when your naturopath tells you that you need to start implementing healthy changes to your diet? . . Well .... . We want you to include lots of fresh vegetables (especially the green ones), protein per meal from a variety of sources such as meat, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds and sources of good fats from oily fish, chia seeds, walnuts, avocado, dark chocolate etc . . We would MOSTLY like you to avoid processed foods such as deep-fried fatty foods, sugary biscuits, cakes, lollies, milk chocolate, unhealthy takeaway, processed meats (make this a once in a while treat if you really need them in your life). . . And the foods that many women find to make a huge difference in reducing or totally eliminating PMS and supporting health in general includes removing DAIRY, GLUTEN AND ALCOHOL. . . And this is because it is highly irritating to the body, and these things make the liver & your digestive system work harder which than doesn't give your body a chance to focus on things likemaking sure your gut microbiome is happy, and detoxification of estrogen and toxins . . A Naturopath also understands that though these are things we know you SHOULD implement sometimes we cant totally avoid it but reduce our intake and so supportive herbs alongside your habit changes can also make such a difference, everything takes time #foodasmedicine #naturopathicmedicine #nutritionist #herbalifenutrition #pmsproblems #healthforlife #digestivehealth #guthealth #detoxification #liverhealth See more

05.01.2022 https://youtu.be/NI3KtR3LoqM This is excellent - for the visual learners

04.01.2022 Smoothie bowl envy in this melbourne heat #smoothiebowl #orchardstreet

04.01.2022 #superfoodalert LACUMA, a lot of my recipes contain this super food, it adds a natural sweetness and it is a prebiotic, so it is great for your gut health! As well as tasting add it to your smoothies, oats, yogurt, pm snacks! check out more of its superness #superfood #superfoodalert #holistic-living #naturopath #fibre #addedsweetness #prebiotic #guthealth #health #foodasmedicine @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

02.01.2022 It’s chocolate o’clock isn’t it - it’s the first school pick for both of my boys today #kindamissedthem I made these as inspired by CHOCOLATE BUDS that I used to order from the canteen as a kid at school! Im not sure what $2 can buy now, but back then that handed me a bag of chocolate buds to go around For my version - I melted organic chocolate, popped them in moulds and then topped them with dried fruit pistachios and nibs - now I just need to put them in the back of ...the fridge so Orlando doesn’t eat them in one sitting! #teenlife Have a lovely afternoon #firstdaybacktoschool @ Mount Macedon, Victoria

01.01.2022 Afternoon snack prep time, loaded with nutrients that wont spoil your master cheffing for dinner, you will probably need to save a stash of these seed loaded... protein balls for yourself, because these are delish & will disappear fast, especially if you have a pre teenager who wears a size 9.5 shoe (I am 7 ) - with a tea in the other hand and a quiet space to sit and reset before the afternoon dinner prep, it is a perfect snack that will make you feel content. What you will need is #scrollforrecipe See more

01.01.2022 Finally the sun has come out, shining it’s brightness on my @dermaviduals serums #sundayvibes #skincare #clearingthespace #busyweekahead #premiumskincare #serums #activeskincare #individualskincare #uniqueblends #naturopath #skinasthetics #corneotherapy