Vita Natural Health

• Your naturopath is a skilled health practitioner who holds a degree in Health Science Naturopathy and Diplomas in Herbal Medicine and Nutrition.
• Josie & Erika are trained to assess relevant aspects of your medical history, diet, lifestyle and general health to determine why you have come to experience your current symptoms.
• An understanding as to how your symptoms have come about will be explained to you and a therapeutic plan will be devised by your naturopath with your input.
• Your therapeutic plan will include dietary advice, utilising common, wholesome foods that are specific to your presentation. In addition to this, herbal medicines, vitamin and mineral supplements may be recommended to assist the body in its healing process.
• A well-designed plan will provide you with symptomatic relief whilst addressing the key underlying factors that will prevent your symptoms from recurring.
• Your naturopaths’ role is to educate, empower and motivate you! You are encouraged to take responsibility for your health by learning how to make the most appropriate diet and lifestyle choices.
• You will learn which foods will increase your energy levels and improve your quality of life and which will deplete you. You will learn how to manage your time efficiently to incorporate regular exercise and ensure optimal sleep. Armed with this knowledge you will have the tools to help you maintain balance in your life!
• Healthy living does of course require some planning on your part. Let Vita provide you with some wholesome shortcuts to make a healthy lifestyle a little easier for you.

• Detailed case taking of presenting health concerns
• Review of family history where relevant
• Dietary and lifestyle assessment (including work/ study/ home routine)
• Specific questions relating to associated body systems or organs (immune, nervous or digestive system etc)
• Physical assessments including iridology, blood pressure measurement, tongue and nail analysis
• Formation of dietary and lifestyle plan
• Dispensing of supplements where relevant
• Duration 60-70 mins

Diet & Nutrition

• Diet and gastrointestinal function are regarded as the primary focus of naturopathy

You will receive
• Individual assessment of your current diet by one of our naturopaths
• Personalised advice to help you employ a healthier, yet manageable way of eating
• A therapeutic diet designed to meet your personal requirements - accommodating time, cooking, food and financial constraints
• Quick, easy and nutritious meals & snacks that will save you money! – eating healthily does not necessarily mean spending more money
• Vitamin and mineral supplementation may be recommended to facilitate the treatment of various health conditions

Herbal Medicine

• A safe, natural & effective approach to the treatment and prevention of health concerns using herbal preparations
• Herbs may be prescribed at the conclusion of your consultation as part of a therapeutic plan
• Each prescription is carefully formulated to treat your health requirements
• Herbal medicines may be in fluid extract, tea, tablet or powder form
• Each herb is prescribed for its therapeutic effect on specific body systems &/or organs
• Fluid extracts are concentrated herbal medicines. Each formula contains a selection of herbs that allow us to treat various health issues with one preparation.
• A wholistic approach to treatment, alleviating symptoms whilst addressing the underlying cause
• Simple treatment with few to none side effects.

• Lifestyle suggestions to suit your home, work & social circumstances
• Ideas for effective time management in your daily routine/ schedule
• Food preparation techniques to fit tight schedules

• Observation of the iris (coloured portion of the eye) by means of a magnifier to note various colours or ‘health markers’
• Used as a naturopathic aid to diagnosis which is commonly performed at the conclusion of your consultation
• Provides additional insight into your general health and constitution
• Iris signs may indicate areas of inherited weakness – whether in a particular organ or system of your body

• Education for couples planning a family or for those experiencing difficulty conceiving
• Facilitates conception whilst greatly reducing the risk of complications during pregnancy and birth
• Pre-conception care is recommended at least 4 months prior to conception
• Both parents are assessed individually in all aspects of health, diet and lifestyle
• Dietary and lifestyle changes are essential during this period. A tailored strategy is designed to meet personal/individual requirements
• Vitamin, mineral &/or herbal supplementation may be advised/recommended in certain cases
• Valuable dietary and nutritional information is also provided post birth to ensure optimal health is maintained

Massage & Pregnancy Massage

• Manual therapeutic techniques applied to soft tissue surfaces
• Offering a choice of relaxation, deep tissue and remedial massage
• Stimulates blood and lymph flow, promoting circulation of oxygen and nutrients and drainage of lymphatic wastes
• Reduces muscle tension and joint pressure
• Increases joint mobility and flexibility
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy
• Sheer relaxation!

Osteopathy

• Manipulation
• Soft tissue work
• Stretching
• Muscle energy techniques and more specialised applications such as;
• Cranio-sacral work and
• Balanced ligamentous tension

• Case history
• Assessment &diagnosis
• Treatment
• Debrief and
• Self management advice
• Duration 40 mins

Further Information