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Why Studying Online with Iconic Health Academy Is the Smartest Move for Your Wellness Career

The Future of Health Education Is Online With flexibility and accessibility more crucial than ever in today’s world, learning online is the new gold standard. For those who wish to be health professionals, Iconic Health Academy (IHA) provides the chance to learn a professionally accredited natural health qualification — without sacrificing your schedule, location, or

Digestive Health

The FODMAP Puzzle: Why Some ‘Healthy’ Foods Cause Digestive Chaos

Ever had something ‘healthy’ and felt bloated, gassy, or unpleasant afterward? For individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or sensitive digestion, the issue isn’t the food’s quality — it’s the FODMAPs within it.   FODMAPs (Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides And Polyols) are short-chain carbohydrates that are not well absorbed within the gut, which causes gastrointestinal

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Therapeutic Imagery: The Neuroscience of Visualisation for Healing

Have you ever noticed how vividly envisioning a tranquil beach or serene forest can release the sense of physical tension in your body? That’s not an accident — it’s neuroscience. Guided imagery, or therapeutic imagery, leverages the brain’s capacity to generate real physiological responses through mental imagery. What you imagine, your brain tends to treat

adaptogens

The Hidden Power of Liquorice Root: More Than Just a Sweet Taste

Everyone associates the word ‘liquorice’ with lollies or candy, but in naturopathy, the root is more than sweet. A root of nature’s most versatile herb, liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been utilised for centuries to enhance energy, digestion, and stress relief. It is called an adaptogen in modern naturopathic therapy — a natural agent that

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Echinacea Evidence: When and How This Immune Herb Actually Works

Echinacea has become a household name when it comes to ‘immune boosters’. You’ll find it in teas, tinctures, and supplements everywhere. But in professional herbal medicine, this powerful plant is far more complex than its reputation suggests. At the Iconic Health Academy, students of the Bachelor of Herbal Medicine are taught that the efficacy of

Flexible Learning

Balancing Work, Family, and Study: How Iconic Health Academy Helps You Make It Possible

You don’t have to put your life on hold in order to pursue a natural health certification. In pursuit of their goal of assisting others in leading healthier lives, many aspiring health professionals balance their careers, personal obligations, and family duties. At Iconic Health Academy, we think that maintaining balance is crucial for long-term success,

Brain Health

Your Brain on Omega-3s: The Fats That Build Mental Clarity

Most people know that omega-3 fatty acids are “good for the brain,” but the story is much more complex. Not all omega-3s are equal, and factors such as EPA vs. DHA ratios, bioavailability, and individual biochemistry can significantly impact the effectiveness of supplementation. Nutritional medicine goes beyond generic health advice by teaching practitioners how to

Emotional Healing

The Gratitude-Brain Connection: Neuroplasticity and Positive Psychology

Gratitude journaling has become a popular practice for improving mood and reducing stress. But beneath its simplicity lies a powerful neurological mechanism. Gratitude activates brain pathways associated with reward and learning, stimulating neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to rewire itself. In professional practice, however, applying gratitude therapeutically goes beyond recommending a journal. Timing, readiness, and

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Chamomile: The Gentle Giant of Nervous System Support

Chamomile is often thought of as a simple bedtime tea, but this gentle flower is far more powerful than most realise. Packed with bioactive compounds that influence neurotransmitter systems, chamomile has been used for centuries to calm the mind, ease digestion, and support sleep. Yet, professional herbal practice reveals that its effectiveness depends on more