Also see our Podcasts page
February
Designs for Health Free Webinar, Mastering Histamine Intolerance
Bio-Practica Free Webinar, Midlife Brain Fog
March
BioConcepts Free Webinar, Managing Pelvic Pain
Integria Practitioner Live Stream, Forever Young, 4 Parts
May
BioMedica, Women's Health Summit, Advancing Lifelong Clinical Care & Health Span
June
Activated Probiotics Symposium, Changing the Script, VIC
Unlock the Histamine Intolerance and Methylation Connection
What You Will Learn – Key Learning Objectives:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the connection between histamine intolerance (HIT) and the methylation process
- Learn the prevalence and impact of HIT among population groups and why it is seen more frequently in females
- Become confident in identifying the signs of HIT as well as which diagnostic tools and tests
- Learn to develop individualised treatment strategies for your patients with HIT
- Explore the connection between methylation and histamine intolerance, and gain insights into their impact on your patients
Advance Your Practice with Histamine Intolerance Expertise Discover the vital connection between histamine intolerance (HIT) and the methylation process, and how these factors impact your patients’ health. Understand the prevalence of HIT, particularly in females, and learn how to identify its often-overlooked symptoms. Join Zelda Graham as she explores diagnostic tools, testing options, and advanced treatment strategies to help you confidently manage patients with histamine intolerance. Empower yourself to make a transformative difference in your clinical practice.
Optimise Patient Care with Effective Protocols Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to recognise and treat histamine intolerance confidently. Dive into the link between HIT and methylation to uncover the root causes behind chronic symptoms and conditions. Zelda Graham will guide you through actionable strategies for developing individualised care plans, helping your patients achieve better outcomes and improved quality of life. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in histamine intolerance management.
Date: 25th February 7.00 - 8.30 AEDT
Cost: Free
Addressing Cognitive Decline & Mental Energy Slumps Holistically
Middle age is marked by complex cognitive changes, influenced by both brain-specific and systemic factors. These changes include non-linear transformations in memory, reasoning, and attention, highlighting the intricate dynamics of cognitive ageing. Systemic influences, such as inflammatory pathways and peripheral metabolite levels, emphasise the importance of adopting a holistic approach to understanding brain ageing. In women, menopause plays a crucial role by accelerating epigenetic changes and impacting cognitive functions. These insights underscore the need for comprehensive research to better understand and address cognitive health during this pivotal life stage.
Learning outcomes:
- Repair neurotransmitter imbalances, boost dopamine pathways, and support neuroplasticity.
- Calm the amygdala, enhance emotional resilience, and balance cortisol.
- Reduce cognitive fatigue and restore vitality.
- Prevent dementia, cognitive decline and neurodegeneration.
Speaker: Vanessa Hitch
Date: 25th February 6.00 - 7.15pm AEDT. Cost: Free
Managing Pelvic Pain: Holistic Approaches to Period Pain and Persistent Pelvic Symptoms
Presented by: Dr Peta Wright - Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist. Peta completed her undergraduate medical degree with Honours at Monash University and obtained her RANZCOG Fellowship in 2013. She has completed a Masters of Reproductive Medicine and a certificate in Women’s Integrative Medicine. Peta is deeply committed to all aspects of women’s healthcare and founded Vera Wellness in 2020. She strives to take a holistic approach to optimising the health of women of all ages. It is Peta’s purpose in life to help women remember the magic and beauty in their bodies and help to create a society that honours women and supports them to feel safe in their bodies and in the world.
What you can expect:
It is estimated that one in five women suffer from chronic pelvic pain and will often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for years. Join integrative gynaecologist Dr Peta Wright as she details the link between persistent pelvic pain and endometriosis and trauma-associated physical symptoms. Dr Wright will outline a range of treatments she uses in her own practice including diet and lifestyle and, therapeutic work focused on addressing the effects of trauma in the body.
You'll learn:
- The role of endometriosis and pelvic pain
- Current treatment options and their impact
- The impact of failing to address trauma and the nervous system
- Early treatment of dysmenorrhoea to reduce persistent pelvic pain (PPP)
- Holistic treatment approach for PPP
LIVE Online & On-Demand
CPE: 1 Point. Cost: FREE
Date: 12pm AEST (Brisbane Time), Wednesday 5th March
Click here to Register or watch live
Following the live webinar, a recording will be made available to watch on-demand exclusively. Click here for this access
"The idea is to die young as late as possible" - Ashley Montagu. Many health-conscious individuals are now seeking strategies to extend longevity, often through self-empowered trends such as biohacking. The majority of these claims lay unsubstantiated, with low-quality evidence and hype. In contrast, naturopathic strategies and lifestyle medicine can extend healthspan, without tending towards extreme practices. Moreover, simple and foundational factors are overlooked in pursuit of the latest hyped remedy that promises to be the fountain of youth. In this four-part series we will explore how we can improve the healthspan by addressing key modifiable areas. Join us every Wednesday in March as we cover Metabolism, Movement, Mind, and Macros & Micros, taking a closer look at the current trends in wellness and longevity:
Week 1, March 5th, 12-1 AEST: Metabolism, presented by Laurence Katsaras. Is the fountain of youth an elixir that extends lifespan or simply prevents chronic disease? How can we measure ageing, and what is its clinical significance? Herbal and nutritional ingredients are gaining attention for targeting cellular pathways such as AMPK, NRF-2, NAD, and sirtuins. But when should these interventions be prioritised for patients with real health challenges? In this session, we will explore the cellular physiology of health, ageing and chronic disease and provide clinical context to the discussion. We will highlight key herbal and nutritional ingredients and present a practical framework that sets the foundation for the rest of the series.
Week 2, March 12th, 12-1 AEST: Move, presented by Sam Cartwright. Research shows that physical fitness, such as muscle and cardiovascular health, are arguably the strongest predictors of healthspan. This session will delve into the mechanisms by which muscle mass, strength, flexibility, agility, and more, are biomarkers of health and how practitioners can leverage this knowledge to optimise patient outcomes. We will discuss how herbs and nutrients can enhance the benefits of exercise and support optimal cellular function, and give practical strategies for prescribing exercise to improve patient quality of life and longevity.
Week 3, March 19th, 12-1 AEST: Mind, presented by Emma Van Den Driest. Cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer’s are amongst the greatest fears people have regarding ageing. This session will look at supporting cognition as we age and show how herbs, nutrients, lifestyle and mindset can delay or prevent cognitive decline, including those with an increased genetic risk. In this session, we will explore the next iteration of brain ageing, including adaptive changes in the ageing brain, and look at emerging risk factors such as sensory deficits, the klotho gene and the fascinating area of stereotype embodiment.
Week 4, March 26th, 12-1 AEST: Macros & Micros, presented by Nathan Rose. Amongst the heavily discussed diet strategies for optimising health, extensive data exist that supports sensible and achievable nutrition for promoting excellent healthspan. This session will look at the evidence on macronutrients and micronutrients that are important for healthy ageing and highlight when supplementation is beneficial. We will focus on the clinical effects of key nutrients for delaying or preventing the chronic disease linked to ageing. Finally, this session will give context to popular diet strategies touted for life and healthspan extension, such as caloric restriction, time-restricted eating, intermittent fasting, and more. Walk away with clarity and confidence on if, how and when to recommend diets and nutrients to promote healthspan.
Click here to Register
An Unmissable Education Opportunity
Women’s health has long been underserved, despite women facing unique health challenges across their lifespan. In Australia and New Zealand, gender disparities in healthcare persist, with women often bearing a greater burden of chronic conditions, hormonal imbalances, and mental health challenges. This makes the role of natural health practitioners critical in providing patient-centered, holistic care.
Our premier Women's Health Summit, exclusively for clinicians, aims to address these disparities by equipping attendees with advanced clinical insights and practical tools to better support their female patients at every life stage. With the theme "Advancing lifelong clinical care and health span" and a stellar lineup of expert speakers, this event is designed to empower practitioners with knowledge to optimise health outcomes for women—from reproductive years to menopause and beyond.
Join Us to Advance Women's Health
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your expertise and expand your network.This event is more than a conference—it’s a platform for collaboration, inspiration, and innovation in women’s healthcare. The 8 high impact sessions will leave you with new insights, clinical strategies, and a renewed commitment to improving the lives of your female patients. Together, let’s bridge the gender gap in healthcare and champion lifelong health and vitality for women everywhere.
Date: Saturday 24th May 9.45am - 7.00pm AEST, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
Viewing party (Perth) 7.30am - 3.35 AWST, Vibe Hotel Subiaco
Livestream 9.45am - 5.35pm AEST
Cost A$ incl GST: In Person, Sydney $196, Viewing Party Perth, $177, Livestream $147. Students 20% discount.
CPE Points: 7.5h for in person / 6.5h for Livestream
Click here to Register today for the Women’s Health Conference and save up to 30% when you book your ticket by 31st March (Early Bird).
Changing The Script
From the scripts you use to speak to your patients to the scripts you send them home with, it’s important to continually review and reconsider the ways in which you practice. From treating oestrogen dominance to the techniques used for testing the gut microbiota, are your treatment and diagnostic protocols up to date with the latest thinking? Are you equipped to address the needs of your diverse community, such as those who are neurodivergent and your LGBTQIA+ patients? Over two days, earn 12+ CPD hours as you join a lineup of acclaimed and emerging leaders in integrative healthcare to explore long-held ideas through a new lens, and discuss ways that you can create a more inclusive practice. Each speaker has been selected to help you translate advancements in research and understanding into your clinical practice so that you can make practical upgrades, and better serve your community.
We are bringing together 10 brilliant minds (plus a bonus presenter for our VIP session) for a jam-packed program of presentations, workshops and connection. Click here for more information.
Date: 14th - 15th June
Location: The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne VIC
Cost: Standard Ticket $495 VIP Ticket $795
Click Here to Register