NIIM - the National Institute of Integrative Medicine

It's Men's Health Week this week. To mark the occasion Dr Sanil Nair, one of NIIM's Integrative General Practitioners, has shared some of his top men's health tips to help you or someone close to you on their journey to better health.

- Staying active regularly with aerobic and resistance training will help in reversing chronic metabolic diseases.

- Regular checkups of new symptoms are vital. Symptoms such as fatigue, low s*x drive, and er****on dysfunction could be signs of cardiovascular disease.

- One in five men in Australia experience anxiety at some stage in their lives. It can have debilitating effects on physical health. Discuss these symptoms early on with your healthcare professional for a comprehensive plan.

To book an appointment with Dr Nair, visit: https://online.paper2apps.com/Clinics/Doctors/NIIMDoctors



*The content of this post is general in nature, the information should not be relied on as advice, and persons should seek advice relevant to their circumstances.

A big shout-out and THANK YOU to all of our valued sponsors who will also be exhibiting at the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th September at the Amora Riverwalk Hotel. We are incredibly grateful for your support!

Special mention to our Platinum sponsors Oborne Health and Metagenics ANZ

Oborne Health Supplies is an Australian, family owned and operated business with 33 years of experience in the distribution of TGA listed Medicines, Natural, Traditional, and Complementary health products and supplies. Oborne Health Supplies deliver Australia wide, and with over 400 practitioner & retail brands to choose from, Oborne Health Supplies truly is a one-stop-shop for natural healthcare products & supplies.

Metagenics is the leading provider of practitioner only natural medicines in Australia and New Zealand. For over 35 years, Metagenics has provided high quality, efficacious and innovative natural medicines, available only via practitioner prescription, that have been scientifically formulated to meet the healthcare needs of patients. A leading provider of professional education based on cutting edge research, Metagenics is committed to providing the highest quality products with the investment of a manufacturing and testing facility that exceeds industry benchmarks.

And thank you to our Gold sponsors Mindset Health and Co-Biome by Microba.

Our amazing sponsors will be available to answer all your questions in the exhibitor pavilion on both days of the NIIM Symposium and can’t wait to meet you!

For more information about our exhibitor line-up, visit the link in bio

Q: What are the 4 main types of Polyphenols?
A: Flavonoids, lignans, stilbenes and phenolic acids.

Dr Brad Leech, a PhD qualified Clinical Nutritionist has a special interest in chronic autoimmune conditions and complex gastrointestinal disorders. In his presentation, Dr Brad will delve into the dynamic interplay between dietary and supplemental polyphenols and their clinical impact on the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health, shedding light on their potential therapeutic applications. Dr Brad will also examine how polyphenols influence the gut ecosystem and modulate intestinal barrier function, with a focus on their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial and prebiotic actions.

To learn more about Dr Brad’s presentation or to book your ticket: https://niim.com.au/education/events/symposium2024

Early Bird ticket sales for the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium have been extended until midnight on 15th June! Be quick to secure your spot!

Did you know that morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is included in your ticket price?!

*Note: The 9th Annual NIIM Symposium is strictly a healthcare practitioner-only event*

A warm welcome to our new Practice Manager, Iona Andrews! Iona joins our friendly clinic team on Level 2 and will support our EM Operations, Natasha Sealey.

Do your daily habits support a long healthy life? 🌳

Join Simone Roberg (Integrative Health Coach) and Kathleen Robb (Clinical Naturopath) at 6pm on Wednesday 26th June, as they unpack and explore how everyday lifestyle factors, autophagy, hormesis, sleep and nutrition can support healthy ageing.

Here’s a taste of what to expect:

- What happens to the body at a cellular level as we age?
- Fundamental nutrition principles according to longevity experts & scientific journals
- Determine your ‘why’ and establish the right mindset to embrace positive change
- How supplementation can support healthy ageing
- And more!

Bookings are essential! Secure your spot: https://niim.com.au/education/events/longevity-essential-habits-for-a-healthier-you

📆 6.00pm – 7.30pm, Wednesday 26th June
📍 NIIM Hawthorn, Level 3, 11-23 Burwood Rd Hawthorn
Tickets are $29 per person (excludes booking & processing fees).

For more information about our amazing guest speakers and what they’ll be covering, visit the link in bio to learn more. ✨

Longevity seminar: Join us for this session with Simone Roberg and Kathleen Robb where you will learn: - How can hormesis, autophagy & fasting support healthy...

At NIIM, our mission is to improve healthcare outcomes and empower individuals to take control of their health. We achieve this through continuous innovation in research, education, and clinical practice. NIIM’s research vision aims to revolutionise Australian healthcare by focusing on complementary, nutritional, lifestyle and environmental medicine to address chronic diseases in our community. Our goal is to prevent disease, empower people with health options, and promote overall wellbeing.

Every donation towards NIIM’s fundraising target is tax-deductable* and will be matched by a generous donor who shares our vision for a healthier future for Australians. This means your contribution can have double the impact.

Please donate today to help us continue our life-saving research: https://niim.com.au/donate

*All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. The National Institute of Integrative Medicine Ltd ABN 15 095 139 209 is a DGR (deductible gift recipient) endorsed registered charity.

We’re excited to announce that Dr Christabelle Yeoh is scheduled to present at the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium in September!

Dr Yeoh has over 2 decades clinical care experience, most of which has focused on understanding root causes of chronic disease. She works with her patients to optimise digestive health, microbiome, mitochondria and brain performance. She applies the premise that dysfunctions can be corrected with established practices of nutritional and environmental medicine. Dr Yeoh is passionate about sharing her in-depth knowledge on the interconnectedness of human metabolism, biology and behaviour. Dr Yeoh dedicates her practice to working with patients with complex chronic conditions, neuro-immune mediated or chronic inflammatory illness. In her presentation, Dr Yeoh will explore mitochondria epigenetics to build a context of energy supply and demand. She will dive into the biophysics components that have built our evolutionary systems from the ground up. This discussion will provide healthcare practitioners with the basis, for the foundation of mitochondrial health and vital force.

Be quick to secure your early bird tickets by 1st June! Book now via the link in bio.

*Note: The 9th Annual NIIM Symposium is a healthcare practitioner-only event*

Last week, our wonderful team of nurses and practitioners attended a personal development workshop with the Australasian Institute for Medical Nutrition. You may recognise a few friendly faces from our clinic in this photo!

It's World Meditation Day! Did you know that NIIM has produced three meditation compilations: ‘An Introduction to Meditation & Mind Body Medicine’ Volumes I and II as well as ‘An Introduction to Meditation & Mind​-​Body Medicine – For Kids’?

These three compilations provide the perfect introduction to anyone, young or old, interested in Meditation or Mind-Body Medicine. You can listen to all three releases on Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play and Bandcamp.
https://niim.com.au/education/publications/niim-meditation-cds

Winter is just around the corner, which means cooler weather is soon on its way. It’s a good time to remember our body’s Vitamin D needs. Speaking on the importance of Vitamin D, our founder Professor Avni Sali says; 'Humans are similar to outdoor plants, we cannot survive without sunshine. Low Vitamin D can also lead to depressed mood. Sunshine also boosts our serotonin levels, thus improving our moods. My prescription for good health includes daily exercise, daily sunlight exposure, adequate sleep and healthy diet including supplementation where necessary, e.g. Vitamin D, and a good dose of dark chocolate! It is important the Vitamin K2 is taken in conjunction with Vitamin D to ensure that the extra calcium absorbed is deposited in bone and not in the coronary arteries.'

Read more: https://niim.com.au/news-resources/news/2024/05/20/the-importance-of-vitamin-d-2

The content of this post is general in nature, the information should not be relied on as advice, and persons should seek advice relevant to their circumstances.

Meet Dr Sanil Nair, one of our Integrative GPs here at NIIM who has a special interest in chronic disease management, metabolic health management and gut health. Dr Nair is an avid runner, often completing marathons and community runs (as pictured here). In 2023, he was nominated as a ‘Make Your Move’ Ambassador for the City of Dandenong. Building on his passion for gut health, Dr Nair also experiments with fermented foods in his spare time.
If you’d like to learn more about Dr Sanil Nair and book an appointment, visit: https://niim.com.au/clinic/practitioners/dr-sanil-nair

We’re pleased to announce that Associate Professor Melinda L. Jackson will be presenting at our upcoming Symposium in September.

A/Prof Melinda L. Jackson is an academic and sleep psychologist and heads the Sleep, Cognition and Mood Laboratory in the School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University. Her research examines the impact of sleep loss and sleep disorders on cognition, mood, and brain health, and explores the impact of different treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia and mindfulness, to address sleep issues in community and cognitive populations.

In her presentation, Melinda will discuss the bi-directional links between sleep disturbance and chronic health conditions, with a particular focus on brain health. She will also outline key, evidence-based approaches to addressing sleep disorders and their impacts on improving both sleep and mental health outcomes.

To learn more and to secure your *EARLY BIRD ticket to the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium, visit: https://niim.com.au/education/events/9th-annual-niim-symposium-2024

The Symposium is strictly for healthcare practitioners only. EARLY BIRD tickets are available until midnight on 1st June 2024.

📆When: Thursday 12 & Friday 13 September 2024
📍Where: Amora Riverwalk Hotel, Richmond VIC, Australia.

Eager to learn more about fatigue and psychological energy? To read the full version of NIIM Integrative Psychologist Peter Webb's article 'Running on Empty', visit: https://niim.com.au/news-resources/news/2024/04/15/running-on-empty

Join us in celebrating International Nurses Day today. Pictured here are two of our wonderful nurses, Ramona and Rachel, who work across our clinic, IV therapy and HBOT services🌸

We're only days away from our next public education seminar, 'Your Blueprint for Weight Loss Success' - 6pm, Wednesday 15th May at NIIM Hawthorn. Swipe to learn more about our speakers Dr Arun Dhir, Louisa Sikaris and Kristen Varnis.

Final tickets on sale now, you won't want to miss this insightful event!
Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1215385?

Attention healthcare professionals: Early Bird Tickets are now on sale for the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium! Over 2 inspiring days, you’ll learn from a variety of world-renowned thought leaders, clinicians and researchers, presenting the latest on women’s health, longevity, the gut-brain axis and mental health with more to be announced soon.

📆 Thursday 12th & Friday 13th September 2024
📍 Amora Riverwalk Hotel, Richmond VIC Australia
🧠 Early Bird ticket sales close at midnight on 1st June 2024.
❗ Please note, this is strictly a healthcare practitioner-only event.

To learn more about the speakers and to book your ticket, visit: https://niim.com.au/education/events/symposium2024

Today, we farewell Dr Iggy Soosay, who has retired as an Integrative General Practitioner after 50+ years of dedicated service. Dr. Soosay held a special interest in gut health and has been a pillar of our community and a trusted partner in health for countless patients. Thank you, Dr Soosay, for your years of dedicated service. We wish you all the best for your well-deserved retirement.

*Please note: Dr Soosay's patients will be transitioned to other doctors within NIIM.

Join us in celebrating National Heart Week!

At NIIM, we're dedicated to advancing heart health through groundbreaking research. Our latest study investigates the impact of Kyolic garlic on arterial stiffness, a cardiovascular risk factor. This week, NIIM’s Research Director, Dr. Karin Ried, presented at the International Garlic Symposium in Munich, Germany, where she shared the preliminary findings from our Kyolic Garlic & Aerobic Fitness research study.

Curious to learn more about our research? Dive deeper into NIIM's current and past studies by visiting our website: https://niim.com.au/research

What should you expect from your first consultation with a NIIM Integrative General Practitioner?
An initial consultation with one of our Integrative General Practitioners at NIIM is usually 45 to 60 minutes. These longer consultations are important to thoroughly identify and address the underlying causes of your health issues and start to implement a management plan.
During this visit, the GP will gain a thorough and holistic insight into your health and individual needs. This foundational understanding is crucial for developing a comprehensive, personalised care plan. You will feel empowered to manage your health confidently, supported by your integrative GP.

Your initial consultation may involve:
- Overviewing your medical history and listening to your ‘story’. You will not be rushed. All parts of your story are important to us.
- Understanding your physical health symptoms, as well as mental and emotional health symptoms.
- Assessing lifestyle factors and how they may be affecting your health, such as sleep, diet, movement, stress and environment.
- Reviewing any recent medical tests you have had and/or identifying tests you may need.
- Developing a holistic, comprehensive, personalised care plan, which may involve lifestyle/diet changes, supplements, further testing and/or consultation with other members of the NIIM health team (such as our psychologist or TCM practitioner).

To discuss your needs and book an appointment with an Integrative General Practitioner at NIIM: book online at niim.com.au, email [email protected] or call (03) 9804 0646.

Stuck on a gift idea for mum? Why not treat her with a NIIM Dispensary gift voucher this Mother’s Day! She can choose from a great range of high quality vitamins, supplements and homeopathic remedies in our Naturopathic Dispensary and even have a free 10 minute consultation with our friendly team of Naturopaths.

Head into the NIIM Dispensary, 11-23 Burwood Road Hawthorn, to purchase 🎁

Join Dr Arun Dhir, Louisa Sikaris and Kristen Varnis at 6pm on Wednesday 15th May, to better understand the gut-brain connection, the power of exercise and strategies for sustainable weight loss and weight management.

Bookings are essential! Secure your spot via the link in bio.

📆 6.00pm – 8.00pm, Wednesday 15th May

📍 NIIM Hawthorn, Level 3, 11-23 Burwood Rd Hawthorn

Tickets are $35 per person (excludes booking & processing fees).

For more information about our amazing guest speakers and what they’ll be covering, visit our website to learn more: https://niim.com.au/education/events/your-blueprint-for-weight-loss-success

Due to growth, NIIM are delighted to be recruiting a part-time Dispensary Assistant to join NIIM's Dispensary team. Based in Hawthorn, and reporting to the Dispensary Lead you will assist the Dispensary team and Naturopathic services associated with the running of NIIM's Dispensary. This includes assisting with a range of retail, customer service and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the dispensary.

To apply, visit: https://www.seek.com.au/job/75200677

🗣 Calling all healthcare professionals! Early Bird Tickets are now ON SALE for the 9th Annual NIIM Symposium!

🧠 Be quick to secure your Early Bird ticket by midnight on 1st June. Over 2 exciting days, you’ll learn about the latest breakthroughs and approaches to better health and hear from a range of world-renowned thought-leaders from various disciplines covering topics including cognition, healthy ageing, gut health, mental health and more.

Please note, this is strictly a healthcare practitioner-only event.

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday 12 and Friday 13 September at the Amora Riverwalk Hotel in Richmond!
Book now via https://www.trybooking.com/CQDVJ

To learn more about the speakers scheduled to present, visit 9th Annual NIIM Symposium 2024 - NIIM

Our next public education seminar is just under a week away! Join Dr Nick Morgan at 6pm on Tuesday 23rd of April as he takes a deep dive into fatigue, mitochondrial chemistry and cleaner living.

Secure your seat: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1203807

📆 6.00pm - 7.30pm, Tuesday 23rd April

📍 NIIM Hawthorn, Level 3, 11-23 Burwood Rd Hawthorn

Tickets are $29 per person (excludes booking & processing fees).

Too often women put themselves last but it’s time to get back in the drivers seat, take control of the wheel, and make your health and well-being a priority. If you suspect your symptoms are signs of perimenopause or if you’re in the midst of menopause and confused about how to navigate this phase of life, we’re pleased to offer the Women’s Holistic Health Check: Midlife Mastery.
We have curated this bespoke health check based on the combined experience and know-how of our clinical team.

The initial consultation comprises of a 75-minute consultation with an Integrative GP and Integrative Nutritionist & Health Coach. The follow up consultation is 60-minutes with the same practitioners.

If you’re struggling with symptoms of perimenopause or menopause and looking for a consolidated holistic approach, contact us to book your appointment.

To learn more about the ‘Women’s Holistic Health Check: Midlife Mastery’, visit: https://niim.com.au/clinic/services/womens-holistic-health-check-midlife-mastery

Are you just tired or do you have chronic fatigue?

Here at NIIM, we have a range of doctors with a special interest in supporting patients with chronic fatigue. Visit our website to learn more about our practitioners: https://niim.com.au/clinic

Today is National Pet Day! From reducing stress and boosting our mood to keeping us active, pets are beneficial for our health in so many ways. To celebrate, here are a few of the pets of NIIM ♥

🦜 Senior Naturopath Megan Reilly’s budgie Mateo
🐈 Clinic Administrator Susan’s cat Maggie
🐶 Naturopath Kath and her dog Maisie

Let us know in the comments how your pet improves your health.

Did you know that NIIM is a NFP? That's a not-for-profit organisation.

We invest profits and donations to conduct research in evidence-based integrative medicine, education and improved healthcare for the community, professional development of healthcare practitioners, and raising awareness of Integrative Medicine on a local and international scale.

We are also a DGR (deductible gift recipient) - as an endorsed charitable organisation, every donation you make greater than two dollars is tax deductible. You can support us directly by making a donation here: https://niim.com.au/donate