Gut Health

The gut is often called the “second brain”. It houses a vast ecosystem of bacteria (your microbiome) that play a key role in digestion, immunity, mood, skin health, hormone balance and energy levels.

A healthy microbiome contains a balanced population of beneficial bacteria, with most humans hosting between 10 and 100 trillion symbiotic microbial cells. A significant portion of the immune system is located in the gut, highlighting its crucial role in defending the body. The gut microbiome also communicates directly with the nervous system through the gut-brain axis, meaning proper digestion plays a key role in regulating our mood and emotional balance. When functioning well, a healthy microbiome supports immunity, heart and brain health, improved mood, restful sleep, circulation and liver function.

Common signs of poor gut health include:

  • Constipation, diarrhoea, irregular bowel movements

  • Bloating, flatulence and acid reflux

  • Brain fog, forgetfulness and mental sluggishness

  • Fatigue, low energy, even after rest

  • Skin issues e.g acne, eczema, itching

  • Frequent illnesses

  • Mood changes e.g irritability, low mood

  • Food sensitivities or intolerances

Gut health is the foundation for overall wellbeing.

Using a combination of evidence-based nutritional strategies, herbal medicine, practitioner-grade supplements and lifestyle support, naturopathy works to:

  • Restore microbial balance in the gut

  • Repair the gut lining (especially in cases of leaky gut)

  • Reduce inflammation and soothe the digestive tract

  • Support healthy digestion and nutrient absorption

  • Rebuild long-term resilience

  • Support the gut–brain connection by addressing stress, nervous system regulation and emotional wellbeing

To further personalise your care, we also offer integrative health testing via Nutripath, which can help identify specific food intolerances, allergens, or microbial imbalances. This allows us to create a more targeted and effective treatment plan tailored specifically to your body and its needs.

Naturopathic treatment focuses on treating the root cause, not just the symptoms.

Ready to begin your gut healing journey?