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Gut  Clinic

personalised naturopathic medicine
for all stages of life
 

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​​   Clinical excellence and award winning patient care  

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At Hygea, we recognise the Gut’s profound influence on the whole body. If you’ve lived with bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, food fears, or unpredictable flare-ups, you already know that gut issues don’t stay confined to digestion—they affect energy, mood, confidence, and daily life.

Here, we offer care that goes deeper than symptom relief, supporting restoration and long-term change.

Whether your symptoms arise in the upper, middle, or lower digestive system—or span the entire gut—we work carefully with each stage of digestion to restore balance, function and a calmer gut feeling. We acknowledge that everyone is individual and so many factors may be at play.

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When the Gut is out of Balance

You may be navigating one or more of the following:

  • IBS, bloating, reflux, constipation, or diarrhoea

  • SIBO, SIFO, or food sensitivities

  • Acute or persistent infections such as Giardia, Helicobacter pylori, or other food- or water-borne illnesses

  • Skin conditions including acne, eczema, rosacea, or psoriasis

  • Recurrent UTIs, sometimes linked to E. coli overgrowth in the gut

  • Endometriosis, which is strongly associated with gut dysbiosis

  • Chronic health concerns that do not resolve despite treatment

  • Low mood, anxiety, depression, or brain fog

  • Nervous system and behavioural dysregulation (commonly seen in children)

  • Autoimmune conditions or unexplained fatigue that flares without warning

  • Metabolic issues, weight gain, high cholesterol/ high blood sugar

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All Packages

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Support for Gut

Gut  Instinct
Package

Meet Your Microbiome Package

Comprehensive
Gut Package

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Our Whole-Person Approach

At Hygea, we believe your gut holds the key to deep and lasting health.


We bring a professional, evidence-informed perspective to gut care, offering structured and thoughtful treatment plans that remove overwhelm and guesswork. Your digestion does not exist in isolation—it reflects your stress load, nervous system patterns, life experiences, and physiological resilience. It reflects your eating, sleeping and elimination habits. It takes into account medication and antibiotic history.


When gut health is compromised, it can influence hormones, immune function, mood, cognition, skin, energy levels, and more. Our role is to understand these connections and work with them—gently, thoroughly, and intelligently.

Care That Listens to the Whole Story

We are a team of herbalists and naturopaths genuinely passionate about gut health. We take the time to listen—to your symptoms, your history, and the context of your life.


At Hygea, we don’t just ask what’s wrong; we ask what’s really going on underneath. Together, we uncover root causes and create a plan that supports your body, mind, and nervous system.


Our approach blends:

  • Comprehensive gut healing programs tailored to your individual needs

  • Advanced testing when indicated, including microbiome analysis

  • One-on-one consultations (in-person or via telehealth)

  • Ongoing education, support, and encouragement throughout your journey

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Consultations Available

We offer one-on-one consultations, available in person in Newcastle or via telehealth.

  • Initial Consult - 90 minutes

A comprehensive exploration of your symptoms, health history, stress patterns, lifestyle, and diet. Functional testing may be recommended where appropriate.You’ll leave with clarity and a personalised starting point for your healing.

  • Follow-Up Consultations - 60 minutes

Ongoing support, refinement of your plan, and detailed review of test results when required.

  • Not sure where to start?
    Schedule a Free 10-Minute connection call to see if our approach feels right for you.

Practitioner

Practitioners

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Jessika Schaad BHSc

Medical Herbalist &
Founder

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Oncology Gut Package

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Cath Minter MSc

Medical Herbalist &
Founder

Practitioners

GUT Microbiome

Assessment and

Recovery Package

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Paediatric Gut Package

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Paediatric 

Gut Care

 Package

Practitioners

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Anna Cummins BHSc

Naturopath

Patient Support 

patient experiences 

Jess, 39

“I finally feel like someone is looking at the whole picture, not just my hormones, but me. This is the first time I’ve felt hopeful in years."
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