Zen on Elliott is a wellness centre located in Bundaberg, Queensland, offering a diverse range of therapeutic services, allowing you to fully relax and recharge, and also offers comprehensive health solutions, empowering you in your health and wellness journey.
Nutritional Medicine.
PEOPLE ARE BEGINNING TO REALIZE THAT IT IS CHEAPER AND MORE ADVANTAGEOUS TO PREVENT DISEASE RATHER THAN TO CURE IT. - HENRY LINDLAHR (1862 - 1924).
A Nutritional medicine consultation involves a thorough nutritional status assessment with consideration for the persons health and lifestyle history and preparing a personalise care plan that considers their unique nutritional needs.
Up to 80% of your poor health symptoms can be resolved through a change in lifestyle and optimising your nutritional status.
According to the World Health Organisation, the growing epidemic of chronic disease in developed and developing countries has been attributed to diet and lifestyle changes due to industrialisation, urbanisation and economic development. Over the past 50 years there has been a global shift away from ‘whole foods’ and ‘meals made in the kitchen’ for convenience and sugar-laden alternatives. This has led to an increase in diabetes, heart disease, obesity, depression and auto-immune disease.
At Zen on Elliott, it is our goal to teach you how to take back your health through changes in diet and lifestyle.
We take a holistic approach to nutrition, assess you body’s nutritional deficiencies, and teach you how to address these deficiencies / weaknesses with properly prepared, whole food diet, lifestyle changes and nutritional supplementation if required.
Our nutritional treatment plans are bio-individual, meaning that they are tailored to your specific needs, thus allowing the body to heal.
Dietary Planning.
Our dietary plans can be tailored to your unique nutritional needs. This includes including foods that you enjoy, and excluding foods that you do not tolerate.
We can cater to a diverse range of dietary needs and remove foods that can trigger allergy / intolerance e.g. gluten, dairy, soy, egg, salicylates and night shades.
We can also prepare dietary plans that follow auto-immune principles, paleo, keto and elimination diets to determine the cause of certain health conditions.
Each dietary plan made for you will include a shopping list and recipes for you to follow.
Nutritional medicine, when used in conjunction with a balanced and healthy lifestyle, can support and improve a wide range of conditions, such as:
1. Digestive Disorders: Nutritional interventions can help manage conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and food intolerances.
2. Cardiovascular Health: Dietary changes can contribute to reducing the risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and atherosclerosis.
3. Metabolic Disorders: Nutritional medicine can be beneficial in managing metabolic conditions such as diabetes, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome.
4. Autoimmune Diseases: Certain autoimmune conditions, like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and multiple sclerosis, can benefit from dietary changes that support immune system function and reduce inflammation.
5. Hormonal Imbalances: Nutritional medicine can be used to support hormone balance and manage conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), thyroid disorders, and menopausal symptoms.
6. Mental Health: A nutrient-dense diet and targeted nutritional support can be used alongside traditional therapies to manage conditions such as depression, anxiety, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
7. Skin Conditions: Dietary modifications can play a role in managing skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea by reducing inflammation and supporting skin health.
8. Allergies and Sensitivities: Nutritional medicine can assist in managing allergic conditions, such as food allergies, hay fever, and asthma, by identifying triggers and supporting the immune system.
9. Weight Management: A personalized nutrition plan can aid in healthy weight loss or weight maintenance, helping to manage obesity and reduce the risk of associated conditions.
10. Bone Health: Nutritional interventions can support bone health, preventing conditions like osteoporosis and osteopenia, by ensuring adequate intake of calcium, vitamin D, and other key nutrients.
Let us help you find your way back to health with diet and lifestyle. Make an appointment today for a consultation.
