we are healthcare professionals who have received extensive training in maximising healthy ageing and improving vitality, making them ideally suited to help you achieve your goals. We use a scientifically validated test known as Biological Impedance Analysis (BIA), which assists them to design a program specifically for your needs. Nutritional supplements, exercise recommendations and dietary advice will be provided, giving your body the building blocks for maximum health and energy.
BIA is a science that was originally developed for monitoring patients after surgery in a hospital setting. Your Practitioner will connect leads to your hands and feet and pass a low voltage electrical current through your body. This is safe and painless, and provides your Practitioner with insight into aspects of your health such as how much fat and muscle that you have in your body. BIA can also help your Practitioner to monitor your cellular health and energy levels.
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We also specialise in treating conditions that prevent people from achieving their ideal weight.
Women in particular know all too well how hormones can affect mood and energy, but how many of us really understand how important hormones are for health and wellbeing?
Hormones such as oestrogen, testosterone and cortisol are vital for our health and wellbeing. If these hormones become out of balance we may experience many undesirable symptoms.
When the body does not keep a balance between oestrogen ( in its many forms) and progesterone the body can develop what is known as “oestrogen dominance” which may result in the following symptoms:
Bloating or fluid retention
Heavy, irregular menses
Fatigue or lack of energy
Sugar cravings
Weight gain
Mood swings and irritability
leep disturbances
Night sweats
Headaches
Loss of libido
Health First will test for and then balance these hormones to effectively bring the body into a better balance!
Food allergies are the underlying culprit in many disease states, especially those like Irritable bowel syndrome, fatigue, constipation, diarrhoea, eczema, psoriasis, weight gain, mouth ulcers, chronic tonsillitis and other chronic conditions where the immune system seems to turn against you!
Food Sensitivities
Food sensitivity, or food intolerance, is becoming increasingly prevalent in the Australian population. Chances are you have heard someone mention they are ‘dairy intolerant’, ‘gluten or wheat intolerant’ or have other food sensitivities or allergies. However, many people are unaware that they are sensitive or allergic to one or more foods because their reactions are masked by other symptoms, or take some time to appear, or get lost in the crowd of other symptoms.
Do I Have a Food Sensitivity?
There is a long list of symptoms that can relate to food sensitivities and intolerance. Do you experience any of these?
Bloating
Diarrhea or constipation
Flatulence and burping
Nausea
Irritable bowel syndrome
Reflux and indigestion
Abdominal pain
Fluid retention
Migraine and headaches
Asthma and shortness of breath
Fatigue and exhaustion
Difficulty concentrating
Skin problems – eczema, psoriasis, acne and blemishes
Stress, anxiety, fatigue, sleeplessness….Health First offer Stress, Fatigue and Sleep Profile tests. These check for the bio-available hormones present in your body, providing information about which stage of adrenal exhaustion you may be in. Adrenal function is a key marker of how stressed or not stress you are.Normal levels of Cortisol that slowly drop over the day are considered normal and healthy. Elevated or low levels of Cortisol indicated adrenal dysfunction and may be an early indicator into declining health or a conformation to the cause of certain health conditions.
DHEA levels decline as we get older and generally correlates with a decline in cell mediated immunity and increased incidences of malignancies. Low DHEA to Cortisol ratios are frequently seen in people with depression, anorexia and panic disorders. Decreased DHEA levels may also be seen in many thyroid disorders, cardiovascular disease, obesity, rheumatic disease and reduced immunity. Low levels also indicate a lowered capacity to endure stress, trauma, and injury.
Melatonin Hormone
Melatonin is known as the ‘Anti-Aging Hormone’ because of its potent anti-oxidant effect. It is produced in the pineal gland, retina, and gastrointestinal tract and regulates the sleep – wake patterns as well as modulating hormones levels, boosting the immune system, improves detoxification enzymes, and is a potent anti-oxidant
Why Should I Have This Test?
Hormonal imbalances can cause many symptoms and health conditions.
Adrenal Exhaustion
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Blood Sugar Imbalances
Low Blood Pressure
Anxiety
Fatigue
Flu Like Symptoms
Depression
Mood Swings
Stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Insomnia
Jet Lag
Menopausal Symptoms
Anti-Oxidant deficiency
Once the lab has analyzed your samples they will send a detailed report to your practitioner, who will then incorporate the results you’re your individualized treatment program.
