Lisa Hodge naturopath in Macedon, Victoria | Medical and health

Lisa Hodge naturopath

Locality: Macedon, Victoria

Phone: +61 401 801 743

Address: 26 Victoria st 3440 Macedon, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.lisahodge.net.au

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25.01.2022 Im super excited about this collaboration with Renata Smenda yoga and Marita from Thresholds Art Therapy. Whether you just need some well deserved time out, or you have a deeper desire to get on top of your unresolved health issues, this one day retreat is for you. Take an entire day out of your busy schedule to focus on your physical and mental wellbeing.... Discover empowering tools to take back control of your health.

24.01.2022 I dont mean to freak anyone out, but herbs and supplements are becoming more difficult to source from the suppliers (naturopaths are stockpiling too ). Due to this the DISCOUNT on my immune essentials packs will only be available until tomorrow folks. Crazy times! Link in bio

23.01.2022 What a time to be a herbalist. What a time to be alive. @jessicatremp

23.01.2022 Theres still a few spots left for our vitality retreat in August - navigating mental health with holistic therapies. Whether you just need some well deserved time out, or you have a deeper desire to get on top of your unresolved health issues, you will get so much from this one day retreat. There will be 2 x yoga sessions, 2 x art therapy sessions, plus 2x group naturopathy sessions with me. Its going to be super lush, nurturing and informative. Wed love you to join us. @the_vista https://events.humanitix.com.au/womens-vitality-retreat

23.01.2022 Trying my best to remain heart-centred, despite deeply feeling the collective fear rising. I hope everyones doing ok out there xo taken by @jessicatremp at the peak of summer, when we were still allowed to hug our friends.

20.01.2022 Ive had a bunch of messages from people wondering what herbs and supplements they can take to boost immunity and how to best protect themselves during these crazy times. Ive been doing the research and have put together a few essential immune boosting prevention packs (link below) Theres 2 different family packs, an adult pack plus a kids pack. Ive also discounted these for you Please get in touch for a chat before purchasing these so I can make sure you are getting th...e right thing for you and your family. The best way to get in touch is via private message, email or hop onto the website and book in a discovery call session. Ill also be adding an easy immune boosting recipe that you can all make at home to the website soon! https://www.lisahodge.net.au/shop-1

20.01.2022 Mushrooms arrived. To those of you who are waiting for this I’ll be in touch today xo

20.01.2022 I'm super excited about this collaboration with Renata Smenda yoga and Marita from Thresholds Art Therapy. Whether you just need some well deserved time out, or you have a deeper desire to get on top of your unresolved health issues, this one day retreat is for you. Take an entire day out of your busy schedule to focus on your physical and mental wellbeing.... Discover empowering tools to take back control of your health.

19.01.2022 WHY WONT MY KIDS GO TO SLEEP?! . There she was, plonked out on the sofa again after yet another disaster evening of trying to get the kids to bed. All day she had been looking forward to her me time, but now that the kids are finally in bed, its 9pm shes too exhausted to do anything other than plonk it on the couch with a glass of wine and watch Netflix. Sound familiar? ... This was one of my clients this week, in tears and completely fed up. She wanted to know why the hell her kids dont sleep, and whats the low down on melatonin... Let me try to break it down for you. Our natural sleep/wake cycle is controlled by Melatonin, you know, that new beaut synthetic wonder capsule everyone is talking about that temporarily mimics our natural hormone. It is naturally derived from the amino acid tryptophan and the brain chemical known as serotonin. Many factors can contribute to low production of Melatonin including - poor sleep hygiene, hormonal or neurotransmitter imbalance, some medications, poor diet, stress, poor gut health and shift work. As we know, reduced sleep has a negative impact on our... Read full article. A https://www.lisahodge.net.au//Why-wont-my-kid-go-to-sleep- Pic @jesstremp

18.01.2022 All the stress and anxiety herbs are out today #herbalmedicine #lisahodgenaturopath

18.01.2022 Truly my own body being sickly, brought me easily into a capacity, to know that health was the greatest of all earthly blessings. Nicholas Culpeper

18.01.2022 Good morning- what a beautiful weekend! Here is todays blog which Im excited to share on all things female hormones! Thanks to Lisa Hodge for the wonderful read. Check it out at www.changeituptraining.com//womens-business-the-role-of-es

18.01.2022 Connect before redirect As someone who is good at avoiding things, it can be a struggle It can be as simple as staying with your child and holding them whilst they deal with their negative emotions instead of redirecting them to the happy emotion... Or listening to a friend, instead of giving them advice It allows us to tolerate our feelings instead of suppress and avoid them, which may help our overall mental health by building resilience and tolerance to feelings. Maybe? What do you think?

17.01.2022 Compounding nutrients, mixing herbal tinctures and packaging up your orders today folks xo

17.01.2022 Last chance for discounted immune essentials packs (link below). Sale ends at midnight tonight. the talented @jessicatremp https://www.lisahodge.net.au/shop-1

17.01.2022 I don’t mean to freak anyone out, but herbs and supplements are becoming more difficult to source from the suppliers (naturopaths are stockpiling too ). Due to this the DISCOUNT on my immune essentials packs will only be available until tomorrow folks. Crazy times! Link in bio

17.01.2022 Cute little story highlighting food as medicine for an autistic child

17.01.2022 the design files published a little feature on my home today https://thedesignfiles.net/2020/02/homes-lisa-hodge-macedon/

16.01.2022 Is fatigue and burnout getting you down? . You have a million ideas, and you know what you need to do, but you just cant find the motivation and energy to put it into practice . It feels as though youre not getting anywhere, which plays into your feelings of self love and self worth... . It doesnt help that on top of the fatigue, youre experiencing a whole host of other symptoms like constipation, dry skin, hair loss and weight gain . What if your so called mental symptoms were actually from a physical cause? . There are a number of physical drivers of mental health struggles, and thyroid is one such common example . That amazing little gland that sits on the low part of the neck produces hormones that regulate the bodys metabolic rate as well as heart and digestive function, muscle control, brain development, mood and bone maintenance . Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of thyroid disease worldwide. Here in Australia, autoimmunity is the most common cause of thyroid dysfunction . Its best to see a good practitioner about specific testing because sometimes you need more than just the TSH (the most common blood marker) to assess thyroid function accurately . Thyroid dysfunction can affect many body systems and therefore often requires a multifaceted approach; that is more than just replacement hormones . A naturopath can help to resolve some of the drivers of thyroid dysfunction by enhancing digestive function, restoring hormonal balance, and targeting inflammation . Want to discuss this further and explore the idea thyroid assessment as the cause of your low mood. Feel free to book a free discovery session (theres only a few left before May). https://www.lisahodge.net.au/book-now See more

16.01.2022 WOMENS VITALITY RETREAT . Im super excited about this collaboration with Renata Smenda and Marita Jacobsson combining yoga, art therapy and naturopathy for mental health . Join us for a one day winter retreat at the beautiful Bundaleer Homestead, in the Macedon Ranges (1 hour north of Melbourne)... . Whether you just need some well deserved time out, or you have a deeper desire to get on top of your fluctuating mood, energy levels, or other unresolved health issues such as sleep, digestion or pain . This one day womens Vitality Retreat retreat is for you . Take an entire day out of your busy schedule to focus on YOU and your physical and mental well-being . Discover empowering tools to take back the control of your health . Sunday, August 4th . https://events.humanitix.com.au/womens-vitality-retreat See more

15.01.2022 Many thanks to those of you who have reached out and purchased one of my immune essentials packs. As a small business your support does not go unnoticed and for that I am always grateful. The mushroom complex is running low, but I still have a good supply of immune boosting syrups and tinctures. #noneedtopanic https://www.lisahodge.net.au/shop-1

14.01.2022 Green tea, undoubtedly the healthiest beverage on the planet It contains less caffeine than coffee, but enough to produce an effect. What caffeine does in the brain is to block an inhibitory brain chemical called Adenosine. This way, it actually increases the firing of neurons and the concentration of brain chemicals like dopamine and norepinephrine It also contains the amino acid L-theanine, which increases the activity of another brain chemical GABA, which has an anti-anxie...ty effect and has been proven to improve memory, focus and attention Not only can green tea improve brain function in the short term, it may also protect your brain in old age and reduce risk of Alzheimers and Parkinsons disease Lastly, it has also been proven to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes by helping to decrease weight and improve blood sugar regulation

13.01.2022 Final call for herbs and supplement orders. Ill be taking a little break from Xmas until 13 January

13.01.2022 Embracing my introverted tendencies and relishing in the isolation. Anyone else enjoying the reduced demands of life right now?

12.01.2022 I hope everyone’s doing ok out there xo taken by @jessicatremp at the peak of summer, when we were still allowed to hug our friends.

12.01.2022 Morning immune tonic creations @jessicatremp

11.01.2022 A new study (2020) assessing trace elements and mineral levels in children with ADHD found that blood levels of chromium, magnesium and zinc levels in children with ADHD were 21% lower than the healthy controls. They also had higher copper levels. The authors concluded saying the decrease of trace elements, namely magnesium and zinc, and the elevation of copper may significantly contribute to the risk of ADHD or its severity and/or comorbidity High copper levels have long be...en blamed for hyperactivity, lack of focus and increased anxiety, but the important thing to note (and what they substantiated) is that its more about the ratio of copper to zinc, so in fact the problem has more to due to low zinc not high copper Zinc deficiency is also associated with skin rashes, reduced sense of smell, mood disorders, impaired hair growth, reduced immunity, poor wound healing, erectile dysfunction, and reduced birth weight in babies Strict vegetarians/ vegans, breastfeeding women, people who drink too much alcohol, and people who have a poor diet are at higher risk for zinc deficiency. So are those with certain digestive problems, such as Crohns disease The Australian RDI for zinc is 3-7mg for children and 8-15 mg for adults Good food sources of zinc are red meat, poultry, oysters, sardines, beans, nuts and seeds

10.01.2022 As a mother, theres literally nothing worse than spending hours in the kitchen preparing a wholesome meal and your kids turn their nose up Especially when you did your best to add a little bit of nutrition.. but not too much so that its still tasty for the childs palette. If youre anything like me, you dont even like spaghetti Bolognese A La kid style, but now you and your partner either have to eat it or throw it in the compost bin. Its not uncommon for children on t...he autism spectrum and children with learning difficulties to have a restricted palette, eating only white foods (wheat and dairy) Theres actually a very good explanation for this. Let me try to break it down for you. Wheat and dairy can basically be like cocaine to these children. Im not joking, theres research to back it up. Anyone that has seen me as a client knows that I dont follow the trend of restricting foods from the diet without good cause. To remove a particular food or food group from the diet I need to have a good reason for that particular individual sitting in front of me. Whats good for one isnt always good for all. However, there is one exception to this rule, and thats for people on the autism spectrum where I generally dont hesitate suggesting the removal of dairy and gluten. Basically, these chemicals break down into structures very similar to opiates and are whats called biologically active, meaning they are absorbed whole. For someone with impaired digestion or intestinal permeability they enter the bloodstream, cross the blood brain barrier, and engage with opiate receptors in the brain having a morphine like effect causing symptoms like: Zoning out Repetitive behaviour Sleep issues Constipation Its a vicious cycle because the opiate effect, like cocaine increases dopamine levels that create an addiction these foods and thus, limited variety of other foods in the diet. Many parents think that their children will starve if they take these foods out, but honestly Ive seen it over and over again if gluten and dairy are taken out the childs palate will open up and they are more willing to try new foods. One more thing, they need to be taken out for 6 months to 1 year to see results Any questions, let me know, or if youd like a handout about how to do this diet change leave your email in the comments and I will forward one to you Pic of chamomile, a wonderful herb for digestion

08.01.2022 Ive been so busy that I forgot to post the details of my upcoming workshop. Kitchen medicine - the garden farmacy at CEREs next Sunday the 26th May. This class has been running for quite a few years, and I look forward to it every time. Last time I checked there were only 1 or 2 places left so be quick if youve been meaning to come along xo https://ceres.weteachme.com//1003833-kitchen-medicine-the-

06.01.2022 Hyperactive or Hypothyroid? New research uncovers misdiagnosis of mental illness in children Attention!! Every parent of a child or teenager that has been diagnosed with a mental health condition should be made aware of this new research A large paediatric study, which included 2,480 children aged 10-18yrs diagnosed with hyperthyroidism(Graves disease or otherwise), found a clear association between hyperthyroidism and each of the following mental health conditions: ADHD, ...adjustment disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, suicidality What does this mean exactly? It means that if your child or teenager has presented with symptoms of palpitations, weight loss, tremor, distractibility, restlessness, or fatigue they could have been wrongly diagnosed with a mental health condition ...... Read full article https://www.lisahodge.net.au//hyperactive-or-hyperthyroid-

06.01.2022 Im self proclaiming today Corona Sunday, a day in the kitchen with copious amounts of garlic. In all honesty, is anyone else stockpiling for the week ahead? Ive got a vegetarian spaghetti sauce and chicken soup brewing on the stove. How about you?

04.01.2022 For the kiddies

03.01.2022 HEALTH SUPPORT. Ive just done a special order of lung tonics and stress herbs to support people directly affected by the fires. If youre a first responder, or someone who has lost home/property in the fires and would like naturopathic health support please get in touch. I have allocated a few spaces next week for free naturopathic consultations. Image @dion_georgopoulos

02.01.2022 Mixing the herbs today. It was an immune system support kind of day

01.01.2022 As a mother, there's literally nothing worse than spending hours in the kitchen preparing a wholesome meal and your kids turn their nose up Especially when you did your best to add a little bit of nutrition.. but not too much so that it's still tasty for the child's palette. If you're anything like me, you don't even like spaghetti Bolognese 'A La kid style', but now you and your partner either have to eat it or throw it in the compost bin. It's not uncommon for children on t...he autism spectrum and children with learning difficulties to have a restricted palette, eating only white foods (wheat and dairy) There's actually a very good explanation for this. Let me try to break it down for you. Wheat and dairy can basically be like cocaine to these children. I'm not joking, there's research to back it up. Anyone that has seen me as a client knows that I don't follow the trend of restricting foods from the diet without good cause. To remove a particular food or food group from the diet I need to have a good reason for that particular individual sitting in front of me. What's good for one isn't always good for all. However, there is one exception to this rule, and that's for people on the autism spectrum where I generally don't hesitate suggesting the removal of dairy and gluten. Basically, these chemicals break down into structures very similar to opiates and are what's called biologically active, meaning they are absorbed whole. For someone with impaired digestion or intestinal permeability they enter the bloodstream, cross the blood brain barrier, and engage with opiate receptors in the brain having a morphine like effect causing symptoms like: Zoning out Repetitive behaviour Sleep issues Constipation It's a vicious cycle because the opiate effect, like cocaine increases dopamine levels that create an addiction these foods and thus, limited variety of other foods in the diet. Many parents think that their children will starve if they take these foods out, but honestly I've seen it over and over again if gluten and dairy are taken out the child's palate will open up and they are more willing to try new foods. One more thing, they need to be taken out for 6 months to 1 year to see results Any questions, let me know, or if you'd like a handout about how to do this diet change leave your email in the comments and I will forward one to you Pic of chamomile, a wonderful herb for digestion

01.01.2022 I have some exciting news to share. Im now consulting at Melbourne Natural Medicine Clinic in North Melbourne on a Monday, Thursday and every second Saturday. Head over to their page/ website to book online. Im still in Gisborne at the Allied Health Alliance on Wednesdays for the locals

01.01.2022 How about one whole day to yourself after the school holidays to focus on your physical and mental well-being? As mums we give so much. In case you need permission to fill your cup, consider this your invitation to join us for the womens vitality retreat #macedonranges #fillyourcup https://events.humanitix.com.au/womens-vitality-retreat