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Creatine Monohydrate: What Is It, How Does It Help, and Is It Safe for Your Kidneys?
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine Creatine monohydrate is one of the most popular and well-researched supplements in the world. While many people know it for its role in sports and muscle building, new research shows it can also support brain health, heart health, and even mental wellbeing. This article explains what creatine … Read more
The Longevity Blueprint: Engineering a Life That Lasts
By Julia Smith, Naturopathic Medicine Practitioner at Remede Wellness Medicine The Longevity Blueprint: Engineering a Life That Lasts At some point in our lives, our view on wellbeing shifts from “how do I look?” to “how well does my body actually function?” For the high-performers we see at Remede, the goal isn’t just to … Read more
A Booze Break for Your Brain: A Gentle New Year Reset for Cognitive Health (2026)
By Julia Smith, Naturopathic Medicine Practitioner at Remede Wellness Medicine As we step into a new year, many of us reflect on what we want more of — more energy, more clarity, more calm, more presence. And for a growing number of people I talk to, brain health is becoming part of that conversation. Not … Read more
Sunscreen: What’s Really in It and How to Choose a Safer Option for Your Family
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine As both a health practitioner and a parent of two small children, I’ve become increasingly aware of what we’re putting on our kids’ skin—especially when it comes to sunscreen. During the warmer months in Australia, sunscreen becomes part of our daily routine, as essential as packing hats and water … Read more
Unlocking the Gut-Brain Axis: How Faecal Loading Fuels MCAS and POTS
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine (Inspired by Dr Rebecca Ryan’s presentation at The Health Lodge, Byron Bay) Listening, Learning, and Integrating As an integrative GP, I’m fortunate to care for a group of deeply informed, curious, and engaged patients. They often bring me new research, podcasts, and lectures that spark … Read more
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): An Overlooked Autonomic Disorder
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine Introduction Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a chronic disorder of the autonomic nervous system marked by orthostatic intolerance, where standing triggers a sustained increase in heart rate of more than 30 beats per minute in adults (or over 40 in adolescents) without a corresponding … Read more
Homocysteine: The One Blood Test That Reveals Your Heart, Brain & Longevity Status
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine When it comes to comprehensive health insights, few blood tests offer as much information as homocysteine. While often overlooked in standard panels, homocysteine can serve as an early warning sign of cardiovascular risk, cognitive decline, nutrient deficiencies, and impaired detoxification. In this post, we’ll break down … Read more
ADHD: Risk Factors and Nutritional Considerations
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine Understanding ADHD ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is not a disease but a collection of behavioural symptoms that vary across individuals. Many with ADHD are charismatic, creative, energetic, passionate, and highly driven. However, when these traits are heightened, they may impact relationships, productivity, and emotional … Read more
Bleeding On Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine Bleeding on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) In women with a natural menstrual cycle, bleeding typically follows a predictable pattern based on the hormonal phases: Follicular Phase (Proliferative Phase): The first two weeks of the cycle, during which oestrogen stimulates the growth of the uterine … Read more
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer, PSA’s, MRI’s and Ex-Presidents – what’s the story? Hi all, as a 56-year-old male GP, naturally I see a lot of patients who are of a similar demographic to me, and a very common topic of conversation is the PSA test for prostate issues. There has been a lot in the press recently … Read more
Urinary Tract Infections
What is a Urinary Tract Infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) occurs when bacteria (usually from the gastrointestinal tract) migrate into the urinary tract. This can occur more commonly when dehydrated, after sex, with declining oestrogen levels, with intervention such as catheterisation and when there are changes in bladder emptying such as incontinence. What … Read more
Testosterone Deficiency In Women
By Dr Hazel Batten, Integrative GP at Remede Wellness Medicine When we think of testosterone, we often associate it with men’s health—but did you know that women also need this vital hormone? While oestrogen and progesterone typically take centre stage in discussions about female hormones, testosterone plays a crucial role in energy levels, mood, muscle strength, … Read more