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In the latest episode of the Unprocessed podcast, hosts Grace and Clara welcome Naturopath Lauren Wood to guide listeners through the intricate connections between the gut, thyroid health and autoimmune conditions, plus the roadblocks standing in the way of diagnoses and treatment.  

Tired of making the same recipes every year? Why not switch it up with these international favourites! We’ve got you covered with 3 fun, easy and wholesome recipes with an IQS spin that will have your gut thanking you.

With over 450, 000 Aussies and a further 18 million people across the globe living with rheumatoid arthritis, it’s an understatement to say this autoimmune condition is widespread. But we can’t say the same for our understanding of this debilitating disease. That’s why we’re here to give you the rundown – from the signs to simple lifestyle changes that can take the edge off. 

'Tis the season to be jolly, right? Well, not exactly. Studies show two in five of us experience stress during the festive season, with 38% leaning on unhealthy eating habits – think lots of sugar! – and other negative coping mechanisms to get through. Here’s how you can get a break from your break and ring in the new year refreshed.

With 6000 Aussies living with scleroderma, it’s a rare but often distressing condition known to affect 3 times more women than men. To make diagnosis matters more difficult, the signs and symptoms often overlap with a number of other autoimmune conditions – we’re here to give you the rundown on what to look out for. 

Chilli doesn’t just add heat and flavour to your favourite dishes, it also adds a host of health benefits. From boosting metabolism to supporting heart health, here's why you should consider adding more chili to your diet.

Researchers say taking a day out of the week to relax and enjoy what they’ve dubbed a “lazy day” could be the key to reducing stress, lowering blood pressure and living longer. Here’s why you no longer need to feel guilty about kicking back!

After a multi-year battle with breast cancer, federal MP Peta Murphy has died from the disease, having dedicated much of her career to improving the landscape of women's health and raising awareness for cancer.

Find yourself craving sweets after dinner every night? Or perhaps it’s that midnight yearning for fried fast food. Whatever’s got you hooked, you might be surprised to learn it’s actually your gut microbes calling the shots. Here’s how and what you can do about it.

There is more than meets the eye with this frustrating autoimmune condition – underneath the skin, uncontrolled inflammation in the body is raising your risk for a number of other conditions, from heart disease to arthritis. Here’s what you need to know, and why holistic treatment is vital for psoriasis.

The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it can also be a period of excess and environmental impact. Here in Australia, we create an extra 400 tonnes of waste during the Christmas period. Yeah, you read that right. But embracing sustainability doesn't mean sacrificing the fun; instead, it's about making conscious choices that benefit both you and the planet. Here’s how.