Perth Allergy Clinic
For Allergy and Food Intolerance issues in Adults and Children throughout Western Australia – We are here for you.
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What We Do
Dealing successfully with Allergies
We are Natural Health Practitioners & believers in Science.
Allergies are one of the fastest growing conditions in Australia.
Many of us go on suffering for long periods of time – season after season our symptoms return and so does our discomfort. Sound familiar ?
We research and use the very best, most specific tests together with evidence-based medicines.
We aim to provide both comfort in the short term and a pathway to a long-term lasting solution.
Your treatment will be carefully designed to address your specific needs.
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Allergies or Food Intolerance ?
Classic Allergies produce IgE antibodies – whereas Food Intolerances produce IgG antibodies
Both can cause your body to react but the speed of onset, severity, measurement methods and treatment of each is quite different.
Classic Allergy triggers an almost immediate response in the body. Symptoms such as rashes, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, sinus, swelling of the throat and/or mucous membranes and in severe cases anaphylaxis.
Food Intolerances are slower to provoke a reaction (12 to 72 hours). Symptoms can be constipation, diarrhoea, eczema, flatulence, IBS, migraines, weight gain. This delayed reaction makes it more difficult to pinpoint the cause.
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Allergy Testing
Testing, Measuring and using good Science
Scientifically measuring the likely cause can be a first step in finding the culprit and identifying a long-term solution.
We measure and test with pathology laboratories that we choose for their science and quality.
We offer a wide range of allergy tests costing from $130 – $795.
But what is more important than the price, is identifying the right test for you.
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Nutrition
Which Diet Is Right For Me?
Our Clinical Nutritionists are trained to assist you in choosing the correct diet without compromising your nutritional status.
Depending on your symptoms and test results they will take all the guess work out about what you can and cannot eat and customise a diet for you.
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Children
Your Child’s Health
Looking after our ‘little’ people is a passion for us. Nothing gives us greater pleasure than seeing a miserable child become happy again.
We choose natural, highly effective evidence-based medicines and with a sound knowledge of nutritional science address the underlying causes to nurture your child back to optimal health.
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Weight Loss
Losing Weight
Stubborn kg’s sitting around your waistline and hips ? Tried everything to lose it and nothing has worked ? An allergy or food sensitivity problem may create inflammation in the GIT and cause ‘water gain’ weight.
Get tested! With your allergy/food intolerance report we can work from the inside out. As your gut heals you can quickly lose between 5-10 kilos.
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Why us?
We have the Team
No Referral Required
No Long Waiting Times
Multiple Testing Options
Evidence Based Approach
SOME BEFORE and AFTER EXAMPLES OF OUR WORK
Initial presentation of Chris with hives
Severe facial swelling, eyes could barely open.
Second photo after 8 weeks of our treatment
Amy suffered every allergy season with hayfever,
She had intense itching and swelling of the eyes.
After 6 weeks of treatment. no further symptoms
Fleur suffered with eczema for years.
She previously used copious amounts of steroids.
After treatment no return to a chronic stage
Severe hives and intense itching all over the body.
No amount of anti-histamines helped.
Karen on the right after 8 weeks of treatment.
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Spiced Pumpkin & Walnut Muffins! 🧁
As the weather cools down we may all find ...
May 26
Spiced Pumpkin & Walnut Muffins! 🧁
As the weather cools down we may all find ourselves reaching for comfort food, and eating well and supporting your immune system doesn’t need to equal deprivation - and these muffins are the perfect sweet treat!
Pumpkin is packed full of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, for healthy immune function, fibre for gut health, antioxidants and iron, while the walnuts are little gems full of healthy fats to keep our brain, skin and hormones healthy - plus they're delish!
You will need:
2 large eggs
1 1/4 pumpkin puree
1/2 cup maple syrup
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice (mix 4tsp cinnamon, 1tsp ground cloves, 1/2tsp ground nutmeg and 2tsp ground ginger)
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch salt
2 cups almond meal
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Simply mix all ingredients but the walnuts together (you can do this by hand or use a food processor) and then stir through the walnuts. Divide between greased muffin cups and bake for 15-20 mins at 170 degrees C.
Enjoy! ☺️ ☺️
When we think of gluten sensitivity, we typically imagine symptoms of the digestive tract; bloating,...
May 24
When we think of gluten sensitivity, we typically imagine symptoms of the digestive tract; bloating, diarrhoea, gas and smelly stools. 💩
While these might be the obvious signs something’s going on inside, gluten sensitivity can also be wreaking havoc on your skin, joints, hormones, mood, immune system and more.
What is Zonulin? It’s is a molecule which regulates the openings between cells in the gut lining, known as tight junctions. High levels of zonulin have been associated with increased intestinal permeability, as zonulin induces the breakdown of these tight junctions leading to leaky gut.
Leaky gut, or “intestinal permeability,” is a condition in which the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, causing undigested food particles, toxic waste products and bacteria to “leak” through the intestines and flood the blood stream. The foreign substances entering the blood are transported throughout the body, including to the brain.
But what does this all have to do with gluten?
It turns out that gluten is a strong trigger of zonulin in some individuals. "No human being completely digests gluten," says Fasano. "And in a small percentage of us, that undigested gluten triggers the release of zonulin,"
Researchers interested in learning if a gluten free diet could lessen the severity of the anxiety symptoms in CD patients, conducted a one year study to learn more. The researchers followed 35 patients with coeliac disease who were placed on a gluten-free diet for one year. At baseline, 72% of participants had significant levels of anxiety; this dropped to 25% at the end of the trial. A gluten-free diet in patients with gluten problems does seem to reduce levels of anxiety.
-Addolorato G et al. Anxiety but not depression decreases in coeliac patients after one-year gluten-free diet: a longitudinal study. Scand J Gastroenterol. 2001;36:502-506.
It’s important to note that not all cases of neurological symptoms are caused by gluten. However, issues like depression and anxiety CAN be part of the picture of gluten sensitivity.
Talk to your Qualified Natural Health Practitioner to find out about gut health testing to find out more. 💛
Your brain is truly remarkable in what it can achieve every second of every day.
Did...
May 21
Your brain is truly remarkable in what it can achieve every second of every day.
Did you know that one litre of blood passes through your brain every single minute that your heart is beating? 💓
We know that when we eat food, we take in an amazing array of chemical messengers. From the protein, fats, carbs, vitamins and minerals present in that food item, to the phytochemicals this food contains and even the additional chemicals, pesticides and preservatives this food has been exposed to during it's life and processing. 🥦
Following good digestion, these chemical messengers are absorbed into the bloodstream, and make their way to the brain where they are involved in a host of applications including the production of neurotransmitters, tissue repair, cellular metabolism for energy production and more.
So ask yourself, what have you eaten in the last day or so? Because that is what you are feeding your brain. 🧠
The Gut-Brain axis is term for the two-way communication between what happens in digestion and how ...
May 10
The Gut-Brain axis is term for the two-way communication between what happens in digestion and how this influences our brains, and vice versa. You’re probably familiar with the feeling of butterflies in the stomach, well this is the gut-brain axis in action. This communication is both direct, through the nervous system and biochemical, through the release and response to various chemicals and neurotransmitters.
The Vagus nerve is one of the direct connections between the gut and brain. How well the Vagus nerve is functioning and thus, how well the gut and the brain are communicating, can have an effect on everything from anxiety levels and negative feelings to brain fog and IBS to addictions, weight gain and much more.
This pathway is a player in our parasympathetic or ‘unconscious’ nervous system, the one which also regulates heart rate and digestion. Without conscious control over this, those butterflies are hard to stop once they start to flutter.
Here’s a few things we CAN do to calm the fluttering:
🎶Humming. The vibrations send calming messages from the throat via the vagal nerve to the brain.
🧘Diaphragmic breathing. Place a hand on your chest and one on your belly. Breathe in through your nose deep into your belly, and feel the hand on your belly fall as you slowly breathe out. Notice that the hand on your chest remains still.
🚿Cold showers or ice immersion. Popularised most recently by Wil Hof, research into the benefits of cold exposure demonstrate that vagal tone is one of the reasons why this well-loved technique helps to reduce anxiety and stress.
🌱Herbal Medicine. Your practitioner may select specific herbs to assist with calming the nervous system activity while nourishing your digestion.
🥣Dietary fibre: Fibre increases GLP-1, a hormone that supports communication between the Vagus Nerve and brain, slows stomach emptying and makes the body feel full longer.
🏃♀️Exercise regularly. Exercise stimulates the Vagus Nerve to stimulate gut flow thereby benefiting the vagal index along with excretion.
Think of your Vagal health as the key to ‘Rest, Digest and De-stress’ .
The entire team here at PAC are so grateful for your support these past weeks in light of the recent...
May 7
The entire team here at PAC are so grateful for your support these past weeks in light of the recent government announcement.
We are still doing what we love most - to get you feeling your absolute best.
We can't wait to see your smiling faces tomorrow 😀🤞
Have a fabulous weekend x
Did you know that nutrient deficiencies can contribute to thyroid dysfunction?
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May 3
Did you know that nutrient deficiencies can contribute to thyroid dysfunction?
Ensuring we have a dietary intake plentiful in these foods will provide essential nutrients to support optimal thyroid function!
SELENIUM: Brazil nuts, wild caught seafood, eggs, sunflower seeds, grass fed beef and mushrooms.
ZINC: nuts and seeds, legumes, grass fed meat, oysters and other shellfish, eggs and wholegrains.
IRON: Grass-fed beef and lamb, poultry and shellfish, spinach, broccoli, legumes, pumpkin seeds and quinoa.
VITAMIN A: liver, sweet potato, cod liver oil, eggs, salmon, carrots, pumpkin and dark leafy greens.
VITAMIN D: salmon, sardines, cod liver oil, egg yolks, mushrooms and sunlight.
IODINE*: seaweed, seafood, eggs and lima beans.
*Iodine may exacerbate symptoms in Hashimoto’s Disease so be sure to seek advice from a professional on how to optimise your intake!
Hi! I’m Julia, Naturopath, Wellness Coach and Allergy Advisor at Perth Allergy Clinic.
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Apr 29
Hi! I’m Julia, Naturopath, Wellness Coach and Allergy Advisor at Perth Allergy Clinic.
My own journey into wellness started as a Uni student in the UK. While researching for my Health Science degree and major in Psychology, I found myself naturally drawn to the research and many benefits of nutrition, herbs, meditation and other holistic practices.
It was later when I brought my backpack to Australia that I discovered the world of Naturopathy and Nutritional Medicine in all its true glory. Australia is well known for its advanced place in the field of Natural Health, so I was delighted to find like-minded people to study Naturopathy and Nutrition with in Melbourne. I graduated in 2000 and have been a lifelong learner in the field ever since.
Working with me..
I understand work stress. For years I was very committed and absolutely loved my job working for a large Wellness company. It was a senior role covering a large region of Australia, which meant a frequent travel schedule and very early mornings. So, I get how it feels to have a demanding job and to juggle a busy home life too! Most importantly, I’ve seen how these pressures can make health slip down the priority list- leaving its mark on our happiness and performance as well as our bodies.
Throughout my career, I’ve also had the great fortune to work alongside some of the world’s best Functional Medicine Practitioners, Researchers and Educators in our field, and for that I feel thoroughly grateful. It is this combination of expertise and personal experience, that I bring to your program and personalised wellness coaching sessions.
My special areas of interest are sleeplessness, physical pain, emotional trauma and stress as these all impact our ability to function at our best.
The close interplay between diet, gut health and the mind simply fascinates me.
My love of the wider field of mind and body health has taken me to study Personal Fitness, Mindfulness, Vipassana Meditation, The Science of Happiness at Work, Emotional Intelligence and Professional Coaching.
Hashimoto’s is a common autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland. The immune system mounts ...
Apr 21
Hashimoto’s is a common autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland. The immune system mounts an attack and damages thyroid tissue which results in an inability to produce enough thyroid hormone.
Hashimoto’s is the leading cause of hypothyroidism and is often a missed diagnosis!
A comprehensive thyroid marker test is vital to get a holistic understanding of thyroid function including TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, TG and TPO antibodies.
Common signs of Hashimoto’s include:
- fatigue
- weight gain/weight loss resistance
- cold hands and feet
- loss of the outer third of the eyebrow
- depression
- constipation
- joint pain
- infertility
- brain fog
How can we help?
- address and decrease inflammation
- rebalance and restore the gut
- remove food triggers
- address nutritional deficiencies
- hormone balancing
- adrenal and nervous system support
If you are struggling with Hashimoto’s, get the support you need to get to the root cause of your symptoms.
It is always gratifying to receive positive feedback from our wonderful patients.
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Apr 17
It is always gratifying to receive positive feedback from our wonderful patients.
"I want to start with my health history, build you a picture of how much my life has changed because of Susan Carr and Perth Allergy Clinic.
Growing up I had problems with my health. Extreme colds/flus, sensitivity to smells, chronic pains, occasional extreme dose of hives, swelling/water retention, anxiety, depression, behaviour disorders, restlessness. It impacted my life more than I knew. I had problems learning, playing sports, making friends and later keeping a job.
One of the things I had no idea was that I had intolerances to certain foods, temperatures/humidity and physical pressure/skin sensitivity. Neither did the doctors. My mother would take me to the doctor, do some tests and say there is nothing wrong with me.
The last 5 years had been the most stressful, the most chronic and acute of my conditions because at one stage I was ingesting 11 pharmaceutical tablets a day to function at all. An Immunologist diagnosis was Chronic and Acute Urticaria Angioedema Dermatographism and a doctor who figured out I had Erythromelalgia and a Gynaecologist said I had Chronic Pain. I have also other diagnosis but I want to concentrate on these conditions.
Friends had recommended me to see Susan and it is the greatest thing I could have done. Because at this point I was eating 1 meal a day, in pain constantly and at risk of losing my job again due to flare ups.
Since seeing Susan from Oct 2019 I eat 3 meals a day, I go to work, I am active and I fit into clothes I have not been able to wear for 8 years. I have control of my life again. Not only that, it changed my husband’s way of life too.
I think the hardest thing to do is take that step and trust that it could work. I tell anyone to take that leap of faith and go see Susan Carr at Perth Allergy Clinic. Because it just might change your life. It might change how you live."