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by Julie Smullen FNC, CGP, CGC. Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. Why Iodine Matters Iodine is one of the most important trace minerals in the human body. In 1924, the United States introduced iodised salt to help curb widespread deficiencies, and Australia quickly followed. Despite these public health measures, many people today still fall short. Around 70–80% of the body’s iodine is stored in the thyroid gland, where it fuels the production of thyr

By Julie Smullen FNC. CGP. CGC Disclaimer: This blog is for educational purposes only. What if you had an instruction manual for your body? One test, done once in your lifetime, that reveals how your genes influence your health, metabolism, performance, and recovery. That’s exactly what SmartDNA offers - a powerful, science-backed tool that helps you understand your unique genetic profile so you can take control of your health. When it comes to health, one size does not fit

Understanding Oxytocin, Dopamine, Serotonin & Endorphins from a Holistic Perspective Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice If you’ve ever been told your mental health struggles are simply the result of a “chemical imbalance in the brain,” you’re not alone. That theory was once the foundation of mains

"A GAPS & Functional Nutrition Perspective" Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice We live in a world that often breaks things down into isolated pieces, one symptom, one pill, one vitamin. But the human body doesn’t work like that. It’s a symphony of interactions, rhythms, and relationships. And when

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Struggling with hair loss? Discover how the GAPS Nutritional Protocol supports healing from within through gut repair, hormonal balance, and nutrient restoration.” Alopecia, or hair loss, is a condition that can deeply affect self-confidence and wellbeing. If y

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. In today’s wellness world, supplements are everywhere. Powders, capsules, tinctures, sprays, promising more energy, better sleep, clearer skin, balanced hormones, fewer symptoms. And while supplements can be powerful tools in the right context, they’re often t