Articles to inspire and educate
How Do I Keep Weight Off After Stopping Weight Loss Medication?
Worried about regaining weight after stopping GLP-1 medication? Clinical nutritionist and hypnotherapist Tammy Footit explains why rebound weight gain happens and how Metabolic Balance combined with hypnotherapy builds the metabolic and mindset foundation to keep it off. Penrith & online Australia-wide.
Why You Can't Stop Binge Eating — And How Hypnotherapy and Nutrition Can Help
Can hypnotherapy help with binge eating and anxiety? Tammy Footit, clinical hypnotherapist and nutritionist in Western Sydney, shares a real client story — healing emotional eating, anxiety and sleep using a combined nutrition and hypnotherapy approach.
Hashimoto’s: Why It’s Not Just a Thyroid Problem
When most people hear they have a thyroid issue, they assume the problem lies solely within the thyroid gland itself. But in autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, this couldn’t be further from the truth.
In fact, the thyroid isn’t the root of the problem — it’s the victim. The real issue is the immune system.
How to Avoid Gaining Weight From Anxiety Medications
This blog explores how to prevent weight gain while taking anxiety medications. It explains why weight changes can happen, how to support your body through exercise, balanced nutrition, and mindful habits, and why addressing root causes of anxiety—such as nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, and fear-based thought patterns is important. It also guides readers on when to seek professional support, empowering them to protect both their mental and physical health during recovery.
Why Is My Gut Always Bloated? The Real Reasons Nobody's Told You
Chronic bloating isn’t just about food. Clinical nutritionist and gut-directed hypnotherapist Tammy Footit explains the four real drivers behind IBS and persistent bloating — and how addressing both the gut and the nervous system creates lasting relief. Based in Penrith, available online across Australia.
In this blog, I break down what that means in simple terms — and how understanding these pillars can guide the path to healing.
Metabolic Balance for Weight Loss — What 5 Years of Results Have Taught Me
After nearly 5 years using Metabolic Balance in my Penrith clinic, here's what I've learned about weight loss, metabolism, sugar cravings and cholesterol — and why this whole food program keeps delivering results for my clients in Western Sydney and online.
Can Anxiety Cause IBS? Can IBS Cause Anxiety? Why Your Gut and Brain Are Connected
Can Anxiety Cause IBS? Can IBS Cause Anxiety? Why Your Gut and Brain Are Connected
Genetics (Part 2): ADHD, Cognitive Function, Motivation, & Memory.. Are these influenced by our genes?
Ever thought to yourself that you were just born with ADHD, procrastination or low motivation? Even poor memory? Well, in a way, you’re right, but in other way, you’re wrong too. You see, our we are all born with genes, and some genes have little Snps in them… like a speed bump… which can slow down or speed up certain pathways… but only if the environment enables those speed bumps to become a problem.. find out what I’m talking about here…
Genetics & Mental Health: How Your Genes Can Influence Anxiety & Depression.. And what you can do about it..
Ever thought to yourself that you were just born with Anxiety or Depression? Well, in a way, you’re right, but in other way, you’re wrong too. You see, our we are all born with genes, and some genes have little Snps in them… like a speed bump… which can slow down or speed up certain pathways… but only if the environment enables those speed bumps to become a problem.. find out what I’m talking about here…
Is Your Gut Making You Sick? The Link Between Digestion, Immunity, and Skin Health
The gut is the foundation for all health. Many health conditions are linked with gastrointestinal inflammation and dysbiosis including immune conditions, skin conditions, aut-immune and even mental health.
"Flaxseeds & Perimenopause: 5 Powerful Ways They Balance Hormones & Boost Health"
Find out why I always recommend Flaxseeds (and oil) for most of my clients, ESPECIALLY those going through Perimenopause.
Why Can't I Lose Weight? How Hypnotherapy Addresses the Missing Piece
Discover how combining hypnotherapy and personalised nutrition can help you break emotional eating patterns and achieve lasting weight loss. Serving Penrith & Western Sydney.
Does Hypnotherapy Work for Anxiety? A Clinical Look at the Evidence
How a holistic nutritionist tackles anxiety by addressing nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar regulation, gut health, and thyroid function. Discover how combining nutrition with hypnotherapy offers a comprehensive approach to finding calm and balance.
Why Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro Isn't Working For You — And What To Do About It
On Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro but not seeing results? Tammy Footit, nutritionist and hypnotherapist in Penrith and Western Sydney, explains the 11 most common reasons GLP-1 medications don't work — and how a holistic nutritional approach can help. Available online across Australia.
Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Ozempic: Maximising the Benefits, Minimising Side Effects
Wegovy, Mounjaro, Ozempic…. these weight loss medications seem to be taking the world by storm.
Find out how to alleviate any side effects and ensure long term results here!
Metabolic Balance Weight Loss Program - Available Online & Penrith Clinic
Metabolic Balance is a weight loss program based on a blood test and on your personal health data including measurements, medications and health conditions.
It is delivered with regular coaching from your nutritionist to support you, educate you and guide you along the way.
Hair Tissue Mineral Testing - ADHD / ASD / ODD
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a test I’m coming to love more and more.
Fatty Liver? High Liver Enzymes? What does this mean?
Did you know that having a fatty liver can make it harder to stick to a healthy eating plan?
IBS & Endometriosis: Often co-exist, often misdiagnosed
Endometriosis and IBS often go hand in hand due to similar symptoms of abdominal pain, digestive issues and chronic inflammation.
Gut Health - IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, FODMAP diet, Gluten…
Many people who suffer debilitating gut symptoms such as pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and/or constipation are given a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).