Monday, August 31, 2009

Spring is in the air....




Ok so as of tomorrow, there will a new post every day. Its a 30 day challenge. 30 new things to do, to do something different, improve your health, move your body. So come back every day and join us to help create a healthier, stronger, fitter , happier ...YOU. We look forward to going on this journey with you.

Fashion Week-Eco Style


Melbourne Spring Fashion Week 2009 - Eco Live Fashion Expose
Wednesday 2 September 2009


What: ELFE in partnership with 5th Avenue Events and Alumbra is an official Melbourne Spring Fashion Week 2009 event. It will display an eclectic selection of the very best in eco-luxe brands, with designer market stalls, catwalk parades and live entertainment.
When: Wednesday 2nd September, 7pm til 12 midnight.
Where: Alumbra, Shed 9 Central Pier, 161 Harbour
Esplanade, Docklands, Melbourne


**** BUY A TICKET TO GET A TREE PLANTED BY LANDCARE AUSTRALIA!! ****Online Tickets: $15 plus booking feehttp://elfeevents.blogspot.comDoor Sales: $20 unless sold out.

**** TIX ON SALE NOW ****
COST$15 pre-sale tickets(plus booking fee)$20 general admission tickets (on the door)
http://elfeevents.blogspot.com/http://www.msfw.com.au/

Eco Luxe Designers:* Vintage Soul* Lady Petrova* Made In Donald* Rachael Cassar (Syd)* Eva Q Design* Obikinomi* Boche Collection* Kiss Chacey* Etiko* Vivien Westwood's Melissa
Celebrity Ambassadors:* Andi Lew (TV Presenter)* Brodie Young (TV Presenter)* Glen Moriarty (Postcards, Channel 9)* Klara Lisy (Talk To The Animals, Channel 9)* Melissa Hetherington (Coxy's Big Break, Channel 7)* Dr Melissa Meehan (Talk To The Animals, Channel 9)* Lara Shannon (TV Presenter, Environmental Campaigner)

'NOURISH YOUR MIND LIKE YOU WOULD YOUR BODY. THE MIND CANNOT SURVIVE ON JUNK FOOD' Jim Rohn

Naturally pregnant


Falling pregnant is not always easy…
Having a baby is a precious gift and conceiving should be an easy, natural process. Sadly for many couples it is an extremely distressing experience as they struggle to conceive and/or maintain a pregnancy. The causes of infertility are many and varied, and affect both females and males. Sometimes the man's sperm count is too low; sometimes there is a hormonal imbalance in one or both partners; sometimes lifestyle factors such as diet, alcohol or smoking are at fault; and sometimes there may be no obvious reason at all.

From a holistic, natural perspective, difficulty conceiving can be due to issues such as stress, toxicity, nutritional deficiencies and/or hormonal imbalances.

Are you too stressed to conceive?
Is stress making it difficult for you to conceive? Have you ever noticed that it is often when a couple stops trying to conceive, and they start to relax, that they fall pregnant? The impact of stress on infertility cannot be underestimated, both as a cause and as a consequence of not conceiving, in both partners. Stress impacts the reproductive system on all levels. In fact, stress actually inhibits the reproductive system; so if you are stressed, this may affect your ability to have a baby.

A detox can help!
Toxicity may also affect your ability to conceive. When your body is too toxic, it can be very difficult to conceive and maintain a pregnancy. A comprehensive integrated detoxification program involving both digestive repair and liver regeneration is an important step in both addressing infertility issues and pre-conception care. At our practice, we specialise in detoxification programs that improve liver clearance of hormones and toxins that may impair fertility.

Excess fat affects fertility
Being overweight impairs fertility and is a common cause of miscarriage, gestational diabetes, toxaemia, low birth weight and premature birth. If you are overweight and struggling to conceive, we can help with dietary advice to assist you in losing weight, making better dietary choices and increasing nutrients critical for fertility and a healthy pregnancy.

Healthy parents make healthy babies
Nutritional deficiencies can also be a contributing factor in infertility. In order for you to give your little baby the best start in life, it is important that both the mother and father are in optimal health. Ensuring you both have optimal body stores of vitamins and minerals will support energy production, healthy metabolism, healthy foetal development and reduce stress. We can recommend nutritional supplements to support both male and female fertility and nutritional status.

Are your hormones out of balance?
Hormonal imbalances can be a significant factor in infertility. Basically, without the right balance of hormones, it is extremely difficult to conceive. Fortunately, there are some great combinations of herbs and nutrients that can balance your hormones and improve fertility.
For men: There are herbs that assist in the increased production of testosterone and other male hormones. Herbs can increase virility, fertility and sperm production. They work together to rejuvenate the reproductive system and increase libido. Combined with nutrients, they can provide powerful, effective natural support for the male reproductive system.
For women: Particular herbs can support ovarian function, healthy fertility and libido. Herbs can improve hormonal balance, regulate the menstrual cycle and nourish the reproductive system as a whole. A combination of herbs with key nutrients may help to boost your fertility.

The subject of infertility is often stressful and can be overwhelming for couples who are struggling to have a baby. If you are experiencing difficulties with fertility, please come in and see us today for information on pre-conception care and natural support of your reproductive health.

MELBOURNE NATUROPATHIC WELLNESS

Marisa Camilleri - Naturopath

Melbourne Suite 15 / 12 Collins St 9663 5940

Williamstown 95 Douglas Parade 93977885