Balanced Health Naturally - Naturopath Jeannette Scapens (2026)

31/08/2026

Wishing you all a wondeful start to spring!

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30/08/2026

🌼 Dandelion — w**d or wonderful herbal medicine?

We’re camping today and while sitting outside enjoying the sunshine, I spotted this wonderful dandelion growing right near me. 🌼

It instantly took me back to childhood — who else loved blowing those fluffy dandelion seed heads, watching the seeds float away and making a wish? 💫 I certainly did!

Most people probably look at dandelions now and see a w**d that needs pulling out.

As a Naturopath, I look at them and think herbal medicine! 🌿

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has a long history of use in Western herbal medicine, with both the root and leaf offering different therapeutic properties.

🌿 Dandelion root is traditionally used as a bitter digestive and liver herb, supporting:
• Healthy digestion and appetite
• Liver and gallbladder function
• Healthy bile flow and digestion
• Gut health — the root contains inulin, a prebiotic fibre that helps nourish beneficial gut bacteria

🌿 Dandelion leaf is traditionally used as a gentle diuretic, supporting urinary function and the body’s natural elimination of excess fluid. It also naturally contains minerals, including potassium.

Dandelion contains some fascinating active plant constituents, including sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, phenolic acids, triterpenes such as taraxasterol, sterols and polysaccharides. Many of these compounds are also being researched for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

And yes — dandelion is edible too! Young leaves can be eaten as bitter greens, while the roasted root is commonly used to make a caffeine-free coffee alternative. ☕️

Seeing it today was a lovely reminder that nature provides us with some amazing medicinal plants — sometimes growing right under our feet. 🌿💗

So next time you see a dandelion, perhaps you’ll look at this humble little “w**d” a little differently.

And tell me — did you make wishes on dandelions as a child too? 🌼💫

Always positively identify wild plants before consuming them and ensure they haven’t been exposed to herbicides or other chemicals.

Jeannette 🌿
Naturopath | Balanced Health Naturally

30/08/2026

✨ I’M BACK IN CLINIC FROM SEPTEMBER 9TH! ✨

After a wonderful winter travelling and enjoying some warmer weather, I’m looking forward to being back home and resuming in-person consultations from Wednesday, September 9th at my Seaview Downs clinic. 💗

And with spring arriving, it’s the perfect time to refocus on YOU and how you want to feel heading into the warmer months.

If your health, energy or weight has taken a bit of a back seat over winter, now is a great time to make yourself and your health a priority again.

🌸 Appointments are available for:
• Naturopathic consultations – hormone, thyroid, energy and metabolic health support
• Metabolic Balance® personalised nutrition, wellness & weight loss program
• Metabolic Balance® Continuing-to-Goal consultations – including support to reset your MB plan, get back on track and continue working towards your health and weight goals
• FoodFit® Biocompatibility Analysis – discover the foods that are personally compatible with you
• Personalised nutrition and lifestyle guidance

I’ll also be doing my own Metabolic Balance® spring reset when I return — reducing inflammation, resetting my eating routine and releasing any little winter extras that may have crept on. 😊

So, to my existing clients who have been thinking, “I need to get back on track” — this is your invitation to join me!

And if you’re new to Balanced Health Naturally and ready to feel healthier, lighter and more energised, I’d love to support you too.

💗 Not sure what to book?
Or would you like to have a chat first? You can book a Clarity Call or for Metabolic Balance a Metabolic Roadmap clarity call via the Linktree link in my bio.

🌞 Let’s get you feeling your best for summer!

Naturopath, Jeannette

27/08/2026

WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO PRIORITISE YOUR HEALTH & WEIGHT? 🌸

We often tell ourselves…

I’ll start when life settles down.
I’ll start after this weekend.
I’ll start when I have more time.
I’ll start when I feel more motivated.

But the truth is, there’s rarely a “perfect” time to focus on you.

Sometimes you simply need to decide that your health, your weight, your energy and how you feel in your body deserve to be a priority too. 💗

And spring is a beautiful time to begin.

Spring naturally represents renewal, fresh starts and letting go of what no longer serves us. As the weather warms and the layers start coming off, we also tend to become a little more aware of how we’re feeling in our bodies.

Rather than waiting until summer arrives and wishing you’d started earlier, imagine what could change if you started now.

✨ Hit the reset button on your metabolism
✨ Support more balanced hormones
✨ More energy
✨ Less inflammation and bloating
✨ Feeling lighter and more comfortable in your body
✨ Better habits and fewer cravings
✨ More confidence in your clothes
✨ Feeling healthier and more like yourself again

In just 12 weeks, summer will be almost here.

Imagine heading into summer feeling healthier, more energised and confident — and potentially around 10 kg lighter, which is the average weight loss I see my clients achieve over their 12-week Metabolic Balance® program.*

Those 12 weeks are going to pass anyway.

You could reach summer wishing you had started… or you could arrive there feeling and looking your best and proud that you chose to put yourself first.

Through Metabolic Balance®, I can help you find a personalised way of eating that supports your metabolism, hormones, health, weight and energy — without another quick-fix diet.

🌸 Maybe this spring is your season to put yourself back on your own priority list.

If you’re ready to make a change, I’d love to support you.

Book a free Metabolic Roadmap Clarity Call via the link in my bio. and let’s do this together!
Jeannette

26/08/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love our two fur babies, Nala and Zorro. ❤️

They’re part of our family, our travelling companions and very often the reason we get outside for another walk — especially if there’s a beach involved! 🌊🐾

But our dogs give us so much more than companionship. They can actually contribute to our health and wellbeing in some pretty wonderful ways.

🐕 They keep us moving – daily walks mean more steps, fresh air, sunshine and time in nature.

❤️ They’re good for our hearts – research has associated dog ownership with greater physical activity and, in some studies, better cardiovascular outcomes.

🧘‍♀️ They help us manage stress – spending time with and patting a dog can help us relax and may reduce our physiological stress response.

🥰 They boost our feel-good hormones – that beautiful connection we have with our dogs can increase oxytocin, associated with bonding, trust and feelings of wellbeing.

🤗 They give unconditional love – they don’t care what kind of day you’ve had, what you look like or whether everything went to plan. They’re simply happy to see you.

🌿 They bring us into the present moment – dogs are wonderful reminders to enjoy the simple things: a walk, sunshine, an interesting smell (perhaps more exciting for them than us! 😂), a cuddle or simply being together.

👋 They help us connect with others – how many conversations have started because someone stopped to say hello to your dog?

And perhaps one of their greatest gifts is simply the joy they bring into our lives.

Nala and Zorro certainly bring plenty of love, laughter, exercise and adventure into ours — and I couldn’t imagine life without them. 🐾❤️

Happy National Dog Day to all the beautiful fur babies who make our lives that little bit healthier and a whole lot happier.

Are you a dog lover too? 🐾 Tell me your fur baby’s name in the comments — I’d love to hear about them! ❤️

23/08/2026

✨ Greta’s Progress So Far — 6.05 kg Down! ✨

I love seeing my clients not only lose weight, but start to notice how much better they feel along the way. 💗

Greta is making wonderful progress on her personalised Metabolic Balance® nutrition plan.

In Greta’s own words:

“I am quite happy with my results. I can see the difference and others are noticing too! I’m loving the way I now feel!”

And the results are showing:

✨ 6.05 kg released so far
✨ 22 cm released from her body measurements
✨ Dropped from a size 14 to a size 12
✨ Cravings have significantly reduced
✨ No longer feels the need to snack between meals
✨ Learning how to manage her eating in a way that feels sustainable

One of the things I love most about Metabolic Balance is that it’s not simply about losing kilos. It’s about learning which foods are right for your body, feeling satisfied after your meals, reducing those constant cravings and noticing the difference in how you feel day to day.

Greta still has more of her journey ahead of her, but what a wonderful result so far in under 10weeks.

Keep going, Greta — you’re doing so well! 💗

23/08/2026

I love my work… but I’ve learnt I need this too 🌊

I’ve come to appreciate just how important it is to find a healthy balance between the work we love and making time to enjoy life too.

I feel incredibly blessed that for a few weeks each winter, Phil and I can escape the cold Adelaide weather, hitch up the caravan and head somewhere warmer with our fur babies, Nala and Zorro. 🐾🚐

We’ve experienced some amazing places along the way and, of course, I’m always happiest when there’s a beach nearby! 🌊☀️

But being there for my clients and continuing to build and nurture those relationships is also incredibly important to me. 💗

Even while travelling, I continue consulting via Zoom or phone, answering client emails and making sure my clients have access to their prescribed supplements and the support they need.

I genuinely love the work I do and the transformations I get to see, so being able to combine that with time away to recharge is something I’m very grateful for.

And now it’s almost time to turn the caravan inland and start making our way home to Adelaide. 🚐

In-person consultations at my Seaview Downs clinic return from 9th September.

Spring is a wonderful time to start focusing on YOU. If you’ve been thinking about improving your health, releasing excess weight or increasing your energy, starting in early September gives you time to make meaningful changes before Christmas and the summer holidays.

Our health really is our wealth. 💗

So, what are you doing today for your future self?

If you’ve been thinking about working with me, now is a great time to book your September consultation.

Book your free clarity call via the link in my bio.

Jeannette

23/08/2026

THE MISSING PIECE IN YOUR WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY MIGHT NOT BE FOOD… 💗

You can have the best nutrition plan in front of you, but what are you telling yourself every day?

“I’ll never reach my goal weight.”
“My body just won’t lose any more.”
“I haven’t been that weight since I was younger.”

Your mindset matters.

Our thoughts, including the subconscious beliefs we hold about ourselves, can influence our motivation, behaviours, stress response and the choices we make each day.

That’s why mindset is an important part of how I support my Metabolic Balance clients.

It’s not simply about giving you a personalised nutrition plan and sending you on your way. I support the whole person — your nutrition, metabolism, health, lifestyle, stress and mindset.

When those negative thoughts creep in, I encourage my clients to recognise them and flip them into positive thoughts that support where they want to go.

✨ I WILL achieve my goal weight.
✨ My body is capable of change.
✨ I trust the process.
✨ I am moving closer to my goal every day.

We also work on breaking bigger goals into smaller, achievable goals, giving them a date, writing them down and saying them out loud every day.

Because lasting change isn’t only about changing what you eat.

It’s also about becoming aware of the old beliefs, habits and thought patterns that may be holding you back — and replacing them with ones that support the healthier version of you that you’re working towards.

As a Naturopath and Metabolic Balance Practitioner, I’m here to support you with more than food.

Your body. Your nutrition. Your mindset. Your goals.

They all matter. 💗

✨ Would you like a little help getting your mindset moving in a more positive direction?

I have a list of 100 Positive Affirmations that I share with my clients.

Comment “AFFIRMATIONS” below and I’ll send you a copy. 💗

22/08/2026

Are you actually hungry… or are your hunger hormones out of balance? 🤔

This is a great little video explaining two of our key appetite-regulating hormones — ghrelin and leptin.

Ghrelin helps signal hunger, while leptin helps tell the brain when we’ve had enough to eat and have adequate energy stored.

When these hormones become dysregulated, those natural hunger and fullness signals may not work as effectively. You might feel hungry more often, struggle to feel satisfied after meals, experience more cravings, or find weight management more difficult.

It’s another reminder that weight management isn’t simply about “eat less and exercise more.” Our hormones, metabolism, sleep, stress and food choices all play a part.

Worth a watch if you’ve ever wondered why you can sometimes feel hungry even when you know you’ve eaten enough. 💗
This is where Metabolic Balance helps by rebalancing your hormones with your optimum nutrition based on your blood biochemistry. Next level nutrition!

Video credit Explaining Our Body

22/08/2026

If you are struggling with stubborn weight, digestive issues and poor energy FoodFit may just be the solution. How does having an actual list of foods that benefit your body personally and red for ones that are irritating your body at a cellular levels and you should personally remove for a little while to allow the body to heal sound?
No more generic eating what we think is healthy for our body!
Let me guide you to feeling your best and release some kg along the way!
Also available - 7 day nutrition plan based on your safe food list 😉🙌
Check out the link in my bio for the Foodfit program! Any queries can be emailed or just book a free clarity call via the link in my bio.

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