Sonya Thorn Naturopath

03/08/2026

01/08/2026

Constipation can have many causes. Methane - dominant producing microbes is one of the most overlooked causes. Methane gas slows the gut motility which means your stool moves through more slowly, no matter how “clean” your diet is. If your constipation hadn’t budged even though you are doing all the basics such as eating fibre and drinking plenty of water then it may be time you consider methane. Testing is needed to determine this as a cause so if you want to investigate your constipation further comment “test” to discuss further.

30/07/2026

Ideally, you should have 1–2 easy, complete bowel movements a day. It should feel satisfying — no straining, no urgency, no half-finished feeling. If you’re skipping days, having tiny rabbit pellets, or going multiple times without feeling emptied, something’s off. As a naturopath, I look at hydration, fibre, bile flow, nervous system tone, and gut bacteria to get things moving naturally.

29/07/2026

Common Symptoms of SIBO - -bloating (especially if it is 30-60 minutes after eating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and / or constipation, gas and burping, fatigue, food intolerances (even if they seem random), brain fog, restless legs. If this sounds like you then we should talk. DM me to see if SIBO testing may be right for you.

27/07/2026

Reflux isn't a Nexium deficiency. It's a signal — and there are things worth investigating before you mask it.

Here are some at home remedies that you can try to help get relief from reflux -

1. Iberogast before meals
This herbal blend supports healthy digestive motility and can calm the burning, bloating and discomfort that comes with reflux. Take it before you eat.

2. Slow down at meals
Eating too fast means swallowing air and under-chewing food — both drive reflux. Put your fork down between bites. Chew until it's practically liquid.

3. Don't lie down straight after eating
Give your body 2-3 hours upright after meals before you lie down. Gravity is doing you a favour.

4. Ginger tea
Ginger supports gastric emptying, which means food (and acid) doesn't sit around causing trouble. Sip it warm, ideally before or with meals.

5. Mind your vagal tone
Eating in "fight or flight" mode (rushed, stressed, scrolling) impairs digestion. A few slow breaths before you eat can make a real difference.

If you've tried these and reflux is still showing up, it's not you failing at the basics — it's a sign you need a more comprehensive investigation into what's actually driving it.

Test, don't guess.

You don't have to put up with reflux. DM me if you need more help.

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26/07/2026

If you are still feeling unwell yet your bloods results, according to the medical system, say that you are fine, then maybe you need a second look. Suboptimal results can leave you with symptoms and this is the perfect time for me to come in and help. So if this sounds like you DM me and let’s see how I can help you.

22/07/2026

21/07/2026

Looking for a resolution to your reflux. Are your antacids not doing the job anymore or are you looking to stop these damaging medications. I am happy to have a chat as to how we could work together. DM me if interested.

19/07/2026

If it's happening after most meals (not just one trigger food), the usual suspects are:
- SIBO
- IBS
- An underactive thyroid
- A food intolerance (lactose and gluten are common culprits)

Here's where to start:

1️⃣ Keep a food + symptom diary — what you ate, when the bloating hit, how bad it was
2️⃣ Get blood work done — thyroid function, coeliac antibodies, nutrient levels

That's your baseline. If it's still unexplained from there, it's time to dig deeper with proper GI investigation.

Bloating isn't just "part of eating." Test, don't guess.

16/07/2026

That pull toward sugar? It's not always willpower. It's not always "you." Sometimes it's your gut bacteria talking.

Certain bugs in an imbalanced microbiome thrive on simple sugars — the more they get, the more they signal for more, via the gut-brain axis (yes, that's a real, documented pathway).

This isn't about "just having more discipline." It's about finding out why your body is asking for this — and fixing the root cause instead of fighting through with willpower to go past the chocolate aisle every week.

Let me know if you strugle with sweet craving