Get help with hypothyroidism

Treat the underlying causes of a underactive thyroid to get your energy back and feel like you again!

Feel like you are running on empty, and have recently put on weight?

Functional Medicine can be used to effectively treat an under-active thyroid function, known as hypothyroidism. This deficiency in thyroid hormone can cause a slowing of metabolic processes leading to weight gain, brain fog, feelings of being excessively cold, digestive complaints and hair loss.

Hashimoto’s is an auto-immune condition that can cause hypothyroidism.

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

Fatigue / sluggishness
Hair loss
Weight gain
Increased sensitivity to cold
Dry skin
Poor sleep
Swelling of the thyroid (goitre)

Constipation
Muscle aches and stiffness
Irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding
Weight gain
Brain fog (poor memory or concentration)
Depression

Functional Medicine can help identify the causes of hypothyroidism

Frustrated by your hypothyroidism diagnosis and looking for answers?

Unlike ‘conventional’ medicine specialists, we don’t just treat the disease itself, but instead identify the underlying imbalances in the body that are causing the disease. i.e. the reasons why you thyroid isn’t working optimaly.

We find out what is exactly going on in your body through a thorough in-depth analysis and world’s best lab testing.
We treat the underlying causes rather than just the symptoms.

We work with nutrition, targeted supplements and lifestyle interventions such as sleep, movement, stress management, and supporting mental and emotional well-being to support your thyroid. It is possible to then see an improvement in levels of thyroid hormone.

Functional Medicine Tree showing causal factors leading to diagnosis as used by Fairfield Nutrition and Functional Medicine Melbourne

Comprehensive Thyroid Testing

If it hasn’t been done previously, we will likely do a full thyroid panel including TSH, T3, T4, and thyroid antibodies. We based our understanding of thyroid function on optimal function ranges, and include other biomarkers, such as CRP (inflammation) and nutrient levels, in our assessment.

We may also include other appropriate testing, including gut testing.

Common causes of an underactive thyroid include

We will spend the time with you to understand what you have been through and identify the underlying causes of hypothyroidism in your case (as everyone is different).

We will then treat these causes using nutrition, lifestyle change and targeted supplements.

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
An imbalanced gut or gut condition
Adrenal dysregulation (adrenal fatigue)
Nutrient deficiencies, including iodine
Menopause
Post-partum hypothyroidism
Psychological or emotional stress including poor sleep
Chronic pain

The Health Unlimited Program Can Help

A comprehensive and supportive one-on-one Functional Medicine program to understand the root causes of your ill-health.
Includes unlimited support and consultations from a Functional Medicine practitioner over an extended period (typically 3 to 6 months, cancel anytime)
The program will be tailored to meet your needs and goals, providing a personalised blue print for you to get and stay healthy. We do this by combining the latest scientific research, the world’s most advanced lab testing, with our expertise and our understanding of your health.

Hi, I’m Stephen Ward (Msc, Bsc) and lead practitioner at Fairfield Nutrition

With my combined training in nutrition, Functional Medicine, and coaching, I can give you the expertise and support you need to transform your health. We will make use of nutrition, targeted supplements and simple lifestyle changes to address the underlying imbalances in your body..

Now seeing clients in person in Ivanhoe, Melbourne and online using tele-medicine video or the telephone
Available throughout Australia and New Zealand, including lab testing and supplements

“I will do everything I can to support you on this journey so that you can feel your old self again! So that you can feel like YOU again! This means listening to you, sharing knowledge and expertise, supporting you to make the changes you need to improve your health.

I am a very honest person and will never judge or disregard your symptoms. I’ll guide and filter all the information that is out there so that our plan, is based in the scientific research, and is formulated around what works best for you, your pace and your goals..”

Take a look at previous client case reports to see how I work

 Stephen has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He asks lots of questions to help determine your health challenges and goals. He made effective suggestions that I hadn't considered. I felt supported, listened to, and he answered my questions promptly online. Im only three weeks into my "three month plan" and I'm already noticing my health improving. Highly recommended!
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 I went to Stephen to loose weight and feel better generally, if possible, and I'm so thrilled. He listened to how I behave, what I like and dislike, and gave me advice that's been very effective. I've lost weight steadily and learned some simple healthy ways to eat that I enjoy. Can't thank him enough.
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 I am really enjoying working with Stephen on my gut issues which I have been struggling with for a long time now. He is very thorough and flexible and always has good ideas and recommendations to work with my different needs. Mu gut has definitely improved so much and continues to
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What’s actually involved in the Health Unlimited Program?

Health Assessment

A comprehensive assessment of your symptoms, previous test results
Identification of likely root causes of your health issues and a plan to improve your health
Tracking reported symptom scores between sessions to track progress towards your goals
We identify what Functional Lab testing is the most appropriate for you and fits within your budget

Nutrition and Diet

A review of your current diet and nutrition
Personalised advice and support for the best way of eating that works for you

Treatment

Target the underlying imbalances in your body through nutrition, targeted supplements and lifestyle changes
Supporting you every step of the way to make change happen

Pillars of Good Health

We spend time on each of the pillars of good health (sleep, movement, nutrition, and stress management). We assess their impact on your health and support you to make changes as needed

Health for lifestyle

Setting you up with a healthy diet and lifestyle for life
Making sure you have the knowledge and resources should your health concerns re-appear in the future

Feeling better is a phone call away

If you’re interested in the Health Unlimited Program, the place to start is with a free introductory call with myself. We can have a chat to work out whether this is the right program for you and what your options are to improve your health.

What’s included in the Health Unlimited Program?

Extended first consultation (1.5 - 2 hrs) allows a detailed intake assessment and design of your personalised program.
Then as many sessions with your practitioner as you need
Consultations through online tele-medicine or telephone (in-person available in Ivanhoe, Melbourne)
Complete support between sessions:
- Phone calls
- Ask questions through our coaching app
- Online resources and programs on gut health, stress management, and sleep

A $200 non-refundable deposit

And a monthly payment of $400 *

*Cancel anytime, includes unlimited consults and time

As we are solely focused on getting you the best results possible, we prefer ongoing programs that will support you for as long as you need us.
You can discontinue the program at anytime, including after the first month.
A typical program with ourselves lasts between 3 to 6 months, varying by condition and case complexity.
Please book a call with us to discuss what this may look like for you.

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Get help with hypothyroidism

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

Functional Medicine can help identify the causes of hypothyroidism

Comprehensive Thyroid Testing

Common causes of an underactive thyroid include

The Health Unlimited Program Can Help

What’s actually involved in the Health Unlimited Program?

Health Assessment

Nutrition and Diet

Treatment

Pillars of Good Health

Health for lifestyle

Feeling better is a phone call away

All About Us

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© Fairfield Nutrition 2022

Get help with hypothyroidism

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

Functional Medicine can help identify the causes of hypothyroidism

Comprehensive Thyroid Testing

Common causes of an underactive thyroid include

What’s actually involved in the Health Unlimited Program?

Health Assessment

Nutrition and Diet

Treatment

Pillars of Good Health

Health for lifestyle

Feeling better is a phone call away

Is this something that could help you?

Would you like to start feeling better inside & out?

All About Us

Get Help With

Quick Links

© Fairfield Nutrition 2022