Author: Kate Wood

8 hours is ideal: 4 hour sleep cycles & more if you are sick or stressed Positive thoughts in your head: Meditate, affirmations, gratitude list, pray etc Avoid overstimulation before bed: TV, computers, Facebook, emails Avoid stimulants before bed: Caffeine, sugar, sweets etc Ensure you have a good contour pillow: Replace every 6-12 months Have […]

Adapted By Dr. Kate Wood From The Sugar Control Bible and Cookbook by Dr. Jacqueline Paltis Do you have sugar cravings? Do you get tired slumps during the day? Do you have problems sleeping or wake up feeling tired no matter how many hours you have been in bed for? Maybe you have anxiety? All […]

Adapted from TBM Protocols by Dr. Kate Wood Flying in an airplane brings a whole set of stressors that often derail the process of healing unless they are properly addressed. Those problems are primarily radiation, dehydration, prolonged sitting, time zone changes, sleep deprivation, air sickness, neck strain, and the adrenaline surge from the excitement or […]

The full name is Jarisch-Herxheimer Reaction (after the founder) and the more commonly used term is a “herx”. There are many theories and ideas about what a herx reaction really is, what its caused by and what it means clinically. Essentially a herx reaction is an immune system reaction to the endotoxins that are released […]

Healthspace are dedicated to supporting those with Lyme disease and any other related or chronic disease. So if you have cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, motor neuron disease or lupus to name a few, these FREE workshops will be really helpful and supportive for you. Lymphatic massage – Wednesday, 4th May, 1pm (postponed) Nutrition and […]

"If it were not for Chiropractic, I would not have won the gold medal." Dan O'Brien, Olympic Gold Medalist Decathlete Why do Athletes use Chiropractors? Many people realize that chiropractic is important in helping athletes recover more quickly from injury and that it also helps many athletes in injury prevention. However the major reason that […]

With Dr. Kate Wood – Lyme Disease Information Skin brushing is quick, cheap and helps your body inside and out! Everyone should skin brush but it is especially important for anyone with Lyme Disease and anyone with Chronic Disease. Why Should I Skin Brush? Did you know that your skin is your largest organ and […]

Question from a client: As we get older, staying active can be taxing on our joints, what are some good health tips you would have for older folks like me? Well you can deal with aching joints a number of ways… I'll list a few in no particular order. Nutrition Nutritionally omega 3's are fantastic […]

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a disorder that involves abdominal pain and cramping, as well as changes in bowel movements.1 Rome II Diagnostic Criteria for IBS At least 12 weeks (which need not be consecutive) in the preceding 12 months of abdominal discomfort or pain with two of the following features: The abdominal discomfort […]

Metabolic syndrome (syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome) is characterized by a clustering of risk factors for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus. They commonly include excess intra-abdominal fat, insulin resistance, and ≥ 1 of the following: elevated serum triglyceride levels, decreased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol level, and hypertension. Medical tests that confirm a Diagnosis […]

It is essential in times of stress that you maximize your nutrient intake by including a broad range of whole foods in our diet and reduce the amount of processed foods. Whole foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables, nuts and seeds and lean proteins contain numerous key phytonutrients, some of these are; Vitamins and […]

When it comes to stress, people are either overly aware of it or totally in denial of it, but the reality is that in this modern, busy society it is no longer a question of whether you have stress in your life, but how much stress is in your life and how is it adversely […]

I have worked out that to heal you have to tread the fine line of understanding your illness without giving it enough time that it consumes you. This can be said of any health concern big or small. So for those wanting to learn more about Lyme Disease and those interested in the health journey, […]

We get quite a few inquiries about sciatica at our Kings Cross/Potts Point Healthspace Clinic and I thought it would be good to address the topic as it is an extremely painful and debilitating condition for many Australians. What is Sciatica? Sciatica relates to the set of symptoms resulting from pressure or compression of the […]

My name is Kate Wood and I was diagnosed with Lyme Disease last year and have had an interesting journey over the last 8 months. At this time, the Australian Government does NOT recognise Lyme as a Disease that can be contracted in Australia. This means there also isn’t a lot of information available that […]