Heidi Cummins

Heidi Cummins ensures that her clients in Sydney, New South Wales and elsewhere in Australia understand exactly what to expect from their consultation with her.

Her consultations include thorough case taking as she gains a deep understanding of your medical history. She will really listen to everything that you have been through and all of the symtoms that you are experiencing. 

Heidi employs a variety of pathology tests and diagnostic tools to determine the underlying cause and therfore the best treatment strategy. Together you will work to achieve these goals and regain your health.

What types of diagnostic tools does Heidi use?

Adrenocortex Stress Profile

This is a non-invasive saliva test that is used to detect adrenal imbalances. The adrenal glands are constantly under stress due to lifestyle, physical, and psychological factors. Adrenal fatigue or insufficiency may occur if they become depleted. The bioactive levels of the body's important stress hormones cortisol and DHEA are measured in this test. It may aid in determining the biochemical imbalances at the root of anxiety, depression, fatigue, insomnia, and even difficulty to lose weight.

Complete Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA)

The CDSA is one of the most complete and accurate stool tests for determining digestive, absorptive, metabolic and inflammatory markers. It examines the gastrointestinal tract as a whole, including stomach and pancreatic secretions, liver and gallbladder function, maldigestion, inflammation, pathogenic bacteria, parasites and yeasts. It is an excellent tool for locating the "missing puzzle piece" that is causing digestive problems.

DUTCH Hormone Testing

Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones (DUTCH) is a powerful hormone test that provides the most comprehensive profile of sex and adrenal steroid hormones, as well as all significant metabolites. It allows Heidi to tailor treatments and improve health outcomes for her patients.

Extensive Neurotransmitter Profile

This test measures the levels of the six major brain chemicals, or neurotransmitters, that regulate mood. Serotonin, dopamine, GABA, noradrenaline, adrenaline and glutamate are the neurotransmitters involved. They are crucial because they affect mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. They also play a role in sleep, glucose/insulin balance, pain perception, appetite, cognitive performance and hormone balance.

FODMAPS Breath Tests

FODMAPS are refined dietary sugars that occur in certain foods. In some people, they may be poorly absorbed in the small intestine and thus pass undigested into the large intestine. People are usually advised to follow a strict diet that excludes all FODMAP-containing foods. Unfortunately, this could lead to nutrient deficiencies and loss of microbiome diversity.

Breath tests for these sugars are available to pinpoint which sugars are causing you problems. Heidi can then customise a diet for you that excludes only the foods that are causing you problems.

Food Intolerance Testing

Food intolerance tests using IgG and IgA antibodies measure the immune system antibodies produced in response to specific foods. These tests have been an excellent addition to Naturopathic practices because they eliminate the need for guess work and a "trial and error" approach to determining the offending foods. After taking this test, you will be provided with a detailed report that includes accurate and valuable results.

Microbiome Mapping

Microbiome mapping offers an overview of the number and diversity of beneficial and harmful microorganisms that populate your gut. These organisms can have a significant impact on your health and wellbeing.
You will receive a report with the test results that includes dietary recommendations to promote the specific strains that your body requires the most.

SIBO Breath Test

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) could be the source of your digestive issues. The SIBO breath test detects gases like hydrogen and methane, which are produced when there are a lot of bacteria in the small intestine. The test can provide useful information about the cause of many symptoms such as IBS, heartburn, reflux, nausea and bloating.

Make an appointment with Heidi and enquire about these tests.