Helping You Feel Like You Again — Naturally
You're doing your best—trying to eat well, stay active, take the right supplements — but your body still feels like it’s out of control.
Maybe you're struggling with:
Weight gain
Sleepless nights
Hot flushes, brain fog, or a short fuse that wasn’t there before
Low energy that no amount of coffee seems to fix
Digestive issues, low mood, or feeling “just not like yourself
Having trouble finding a real explanation or a clear plan that actually helps you feel better? You’re not alone. That’s where I come in.
I'm Karen, Your trusted health professional
Naturopath and Nutritionist, here to support you wherever you are
There’s a Big Difference Between Being “Not Sick” and Actually Feeling Well
The medical model is designed to diagnose and treat illness. At Plantiful Health, we work from a different perspective - a health model - one that’s focused on restoring function, balance, and vitality. And here’s something many women are never told:
👉🏼 Blood tests offer clues, but they rarely explain what's really going on.
Sometimes, despite supplements and lifestyle changes, the numbers don’t shift—and neither do the symptoms. That’s usually a sign that something deeper is going on at the cellular level. And, sometimes there's nothing going on and you just need some support and accountability to really do what needs to be done.
This is where your GP’s training ends—and ours begins.
Nutrition
And it’s amazing what can happen when your body finally gets what it’s been asking for.
HERBAL MEDICINE
Herbal medicine draws on the incredible power of plants
HEALTH & lifestyle COACHING
where emotional wellbeing and physical vitality are equally supported
Iridology & Sclerology and Health Screening
the study of the iris and sclera—we evaluate constitutional patterns, areas of stress, and potential organ system weaknesses
OUR SERVICES
Your Body Isn’t Broken - It’s Communicating
At Plantiful Health, we believe your body is incredibly wise.
It’s not broken - it’s just responding to its environment, doing its best to adapt and keep you alive.
So instead of chasing symptoms, we look for patterns.
We connect the dots between what your body is showing on the outside, and what’s happening deep inside.
EMOTIONAL CONNECTION & RELEASE
IRIDOLOGY & SCLEROLOGY
NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT & DETOXIFICATION
COMPREHENSIVE TESTING
MOVEMENT & EXERCISE
COACHING & SUPPORT
We Don’t Do Guesswork—We Build a Plan That Makes Sense
You’ve probably already tried a few things - a new diet, supplements, more sleep, less coffee - but without real insight, it’s like throwing darts in the dark. We do things differently.
Your personalised plan is based on your body, your life, and your goals. It may include:
Gentle nutrition and herbal support, tailored movement and recovery tools, mineral rebalancing and detox support, sleep, hormone, and nervous system care. Real-life strategies to help you feel calm, clear, and back in control.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight - we work with what’s realistic and doable for you. Whether you’re looking for a natural approach or want to complement your current medical care, this is your space to explore new solutions and feel empowered in your choices.
ABOUT
Karen Thorley
Plantiful Health’s founder Karen Thorley admits to being health obsessed.
“I love everything about health and the human body. If you ask me about it, I won’t shut up! I love educating people about health and sharing plant-forward solutions to help others.”
And there’s good reason why Karen is fixated on health. Her own wellness journey started in 2005, when she was working as a police officer.
“I was very unwell, dealing with injuries and other health issues. I was obese, unhealthy and had gut problems that left me rolling on the floor in pain. My GP thought I might have a serious bowel condition, but I didn’t want to wait around to see what they would find”.
“I saw a future full of colonoscopies, surgeries and toxic medicines. Because that is what I had seen with others around me. I felt fat, sick, and out of control. That was my turning point. I attended a health retreat and have never looked back.”
Karen went on to study nutrition, naturopathy and herbal medicine – spending eight years juggling study, work, family, and running a farm. She knows what it’s like to work shifts and feel overwhelmed.
“It was a big deal changing careers after 17 years as a police officer but I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved.”
Her background and experience mean Karen understands and empathises with her clients. Karen was fortunate enough to spend five years working with an incredible Biochemist (who has since retired) before starting her own practice. She moved to the Sunshine Coast in January 2020 for the weather, natural attractions and outdoor lifestyle. When she’s not helping her clients achieve their health goals, Karen loves going to the beach, exploring Australia and enjoying all the Sunshine Coast is famous for.
If you’re ready to transform your health with solutions that deliver real results, Karen would love to help you.
OFFERS
Choose Your Plan
You can choose from three levels of support
PLANTIFUL HEALTH COMMUNITY
A space for conversation, inspiration, and connection, with regular input from me.
JOIN FREE
Next Level Wellness Group Coaching
Group Coaching & Deeper Support with Naturopath Karen Thorley
💚 For When You’re Ready to Go Deeper
You’ve started your wellness journey - but now you’re ready for more personalised guidance, consistency and accountability.
Next Level Wellness is your step up from the free community: a space where you still enjoy all the warmth, resources, and holistic support - but with direct access to expert coaching and deeper opportunities for growth in a small group setting.
Led by plant-forward Naturopath Karen Thorley.
Free Community (resources, connection, wellness discussions)
Fortnightly Group Coaching Calls with Karen Thorley
Submit questions ahead of time if you can’t attend live
Opportunity to bring your personal situation to the call (if you’re comfortable)
Call recordings available to revisit anytime
Exclusive access to personalised upgrade options & offers
A supportive group of people walking this path with you
$99 p/mth
Elvevate 1:1 COACHING
Personalised, in-depth Naturopathic care tailored to your unique wellness journey
💚 For Those Ready to Commit Deeply to Their Health
If you're seeking high-level support, structure and transformation, 1-on-1 Coaching offers everything from the Plantiful Health Free Community and Next Level Wellness - plus direct, personalised coaching and full professional assessments.
This is where we go all-in on your health goals.
With one-on-one sessions, detailed lab analysis, and a custom wellness plan, you’ll receive the attention and tools needed to shift your health at the root level.
Two one-on-one sessions per month
Detailed lab analysis
Custom wellness plan
Free Community (resources, connection, wellness discussions)
Fortnightly Group Coaching Calls with Karen Thorley
Submit questions ahead of time if you can’t attend live
Opportunity to bring your personal situation to the call (if you’re comfortable)
Group Call recordings available to revisit anytime
Exclusive access to personalised upgrade options & offers
A supportive group of people walking this path with you
$499 p/mth
What others are saying
Deep gratitude
I will always be grateful for the coaching I did with Karen. At the time I suffered from severe reflux that was damaging my oesophagus and bloating that left me feeling uncomfortable and unable to wear my ‘normal’ wardrobe. Karen worked with me to change my diet and lifestyle at a manageable pace, and I can now say that I am symptom free and no longer suffer burning when I eat spicy foods or any foods. Linda M NSW
Bloating and lethargy
I first went to Karen with a feeling of bloating and lethargy. I had had a heart attack with resulted in lasting problems with my heart. After our initial consult, Karen started me on a plan of juices, diet and cognitive therapies. After a few months I noticed changes in my skin, nails and my overall energy levels. Today, 18 months on, I am in a better place mentally and physically. I would highly recommend Karen for all your wellness and healthcare needs. She is thorough, caring is highly accredited. Ruth R NSW
Insulin be Gone
I’m totally off insulin! Blood sugars still a bit high but mostly stable. Thanks beyond words for your wisdom and encouragement. I can see light at the end of this tunnel. I will tell all who will listen what a legend you are. Nicky V VIC
Caring and Knowlegable
Karen was my health coach. She shared her wealth of knowledge about nutrition, whilst supporting my physical and emotional needs. I felt better within days and by three weeks I felt like a new person. I highly recommend Karen as she’s caring, motivating and has inspired me to be my best self. Janet J QLD
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Acid & Alkaline Balance
Acid & Alkaline Balance
The BENEFITS of maintaining an alkaline body is fabulous health, high energy, mental clarity, and vitality!
pH (potential of hydrogen) is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It is measured on a scale of 1-14. The lower the number the more acidic, the higher the number the more alkaline. A pH of 7 is neutral – neither acid nor alkaline. Body tissues and fluid, specifically blood needs to maintain a slightly alkaline pH of 7.365 to keep you alive. If your blood goes outside this range, you will die. The body knows this and will do everything it can to maintain the correct blood pH. Resources available to do this are oxygen, water, and acid-buffering minerals. Encouraging acid wastes to be eliminated efficiently also helps keep the body alkaline.
If the body is too alkaline, it will buffer by increasing the acidity of the saliva. If there is not enough alkaline reserves and acid forming foods and drinks are continuously consumed, the body will pull alkaline minerals such as calcium and magnesium from the bones and muscles. The correct ratio of alkaline to acid foods is 4:1, so try to have 80% alkaline food with each meal.
As an interesting side note: Fresh cow’s milk has a pH between 6.5 – 6.7 which is acidic. It contains calcium however the body needs to counteract the acidity so will take the calcium straight from the milk to the blood. The idea that cow’s milk will give you strong bones is incorrect because the calcium does not go to the bones.
Signs your body may be acidic: Bloating, tiredness, aches and pains in the muscles and joints and headaches.
Signs your body may not be efficiently removing toxic wastes: Tiredness, bloating, headaches, shortness of breath, skin conditions, sinus, flatulence, irritable bowel, weight gain, muscle and joint pain.
Lifestyle habits which can affect the acid / alkaline balance
Oxygen: Oxygen alkalises the body. Poorly ventilated rooms, shallow breathing and lack of exercise can lead to low oxygen levels and increased acidity in the body. Side note: Do you think covering your nose and mouth with a fabric is good practice for increasing oxygen in your body?
Food: Alcohol, caffeine in all forms, sugar, tobacco, drugs and chemicals can affect the acidic condition of the body. How we cook our food also can determine whether it will leave an acid or alkaline residue in our body. For example, a baked potato, eaten with the skin on and chewed well, is alkaline. The same potato, eaten hurriedly and washed down with water will not be digested properly and will be acid forming.
Rest: “Early to bed and early to rise makes a good man healthy, wealthy and wise.” Good sleep will allow the body to rid itself of toxins built up during the day. A minimum of 6 hours of sleep is required every night for a healthy adult.
Water: Dehydration is one of the most prominent causes of an acidic body. Pure water is very alkalising. The average adult loses 2 -3 litres of water every day through normal function. This loss needs to be replaced. Hot days and physical activity increase the demand for water. Tap water is acidic and full of chemicals which additionally contribute to acidity in the body so drink only well filtered water.
Anxiety: A negative mental state can create metabolic acid at a rate 2 to 3 times more than eating acidic foods. Your thoughts are critical. Anger, resentment and fear are the most powerful and acidifying of all the emotions. A positive attitude, merry heart and trust that everything is okay, will help maintain an alkaline condition.
Many of today’s diseases are now considered to be lifestyle diseases brought about when the body gets out of balance and science has proven that cancer CANNOT live in an alkaline body. This is fantastic news!!! When an alkaline environment is maintained in the body, our metabolism, enzymes, immune system and repair processes function at their best.
Monitoring the pH of your urine and saliva: You can check the pH levels of your urine and saliva 1-2 times per week.
A healthy urine pH in the morning is between 6.0 and 6.5 and in the evening between 6.5 and 7.0. If your average pH is consistently below 6.5 then it is advisable to look to ways to alkalise.
A healthy saliva pH is between 6.5 and 7.5. It is best checked an hour before a meal or two hours after.
A pH consistently below 6.5 can suggest the body is overwhelmed by acids and cannot remove them adequately in the urine. A high pH may result in excess gas, constipation and overgrowth of yeast or fungus.
Karen Thorley
Karen Thorley
Naturopath & Sclerologist
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Plantiful Health
Get In Touch
0418 432 800
Address: Sunshine Coast, QLD
Email: [email protected]
Assistance Hours :
Mon – Sat 9:00am
Sunday – 8:00pm
FAQS
About Me & Plantiful Health
What qualifications do you have as a naturopath and health coach?
I hold formal qualifications in Naturopathy, Nutritional Medicine, Western Herbal Medicine, Live Blood Analysis, and Fitness Coaching. My approach is particularly focused on supporting women over 45 through age-specific health and lifestyle solutions. I combine evidence-based natural health with practical, personalised strategies that respect your body’s innate wisdom.
What makes your approach different from other health practitioners?
I blend modern science with nature’s foundational principles: breath, hydration, movement, nourishment, fun, sleep, nature, and relationships. With nearly 40 years in the workforce and over 50 years of life experience—including my own journey through injury, illness, and healing—I bring depth, empathy, and understanding into every consultation. My toolbox includes clinical training, intuitive insight, and a down-to-earth approach that isn’t for everyone—but the women I work with deeply appreciate the holistic, real-life support they receive. I also maintain a trusted network of specialist practitioners and will refer you if needed.
Do you work with clients in-person or online?
Most of my clients work with me online from across Australia and around the world. In-person appointments are available on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, when my schedule allows.
Working With Me
What does working with you involve?
I’ve recently restructured my offerings to make them more accessible and affordable. You can choose from three levels of support:
Free Plantiful Health Community – A space for conversation, inspiration, and connection, with regular input from me.
Next Level Wellness Group Coaching – We meet every second Thursday morning online. Can’t make it live? No problem—you can submit questions ahead of time and watch the recordings.
1:1 Coaching – For personalised, high-touch support. Includes access to the Group Coaching sessions. A quick Clarity & Connection Call is required to determine if we’re the right fit before starting.
Do you offer one-off sessions, or do I need to commit to a program?
Yes, one-off sessions are available and can help address particular concerns. They are most effective when paired with ongoing group coaching or one of my programs where there's space for deeper work, consistency and long-term results.
What’s included in the free Clarity Call?
A 15-minute, no-pressure chat to explore your current health concerns, goals, and whether my approach is right for you.
Nutrition & Lifestyle
Do you provide tailored food plans?
In our communities, we discuss nutrition, fasting, detoxing, and share inspiration. For personalised food and lifestyle plans, 1:1 coaching is recommended.
Can you help with plant-based or whole food eating?
Absolutely. At Plantiful Health, we support a plant-forward approach that’s nourishing and sustainable—whether you're fully plant-based or simply want to eat more whole, living foods.
Can I still drink coffee or alcohol while working with you?
It’s all about balance. I help you understand how these choices affect your health, hormones and energy so you can make empowered decisions.
Do you recommend supplements?
Only when necessary. I use high-quality, practitioner-grade supplements to correct imbalances that can’t be addressed through diet alone, and always in conjunction with food-based solutions.
For Shift Workers
Can you help with sleep issues related to shift work?
Yes. As a former shift worker, I understand the unique challenges. I offer realistic, practical sleep strategies tailored to irregular rosters and changing demands.
How do I stay healthy with a rotating roster?
I’ll help you build simple, flexible systems for sleep, meals, movement, and self-care that work with your roster—not against it.
Pricing & Support
How much does it cost to work with you?
I offer several options:
Plantiful Health Community – Free JOIN HERE
Group Coaching (Next Level Wellness) – $99/month
1:1 Coaching – $499/month (includes group coaching access)
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. All plans are structured as monthly payments. If cost is a barrier, please reach out—we can chat to see what’s possible.
Is your program covered by health insurance or rebates?
Some of my 1:1 services may be eligible for rebates, depending on your insurer. Group coaching and community support are not covered.
Getting Results
Do I need to follow a strict diet or routine to get results?
Not at all. We work within your lifestyle and preferences to create a plan that’s realistic, enjoyable, and sustainable long term.
What kind of results have your clients seen?
Many of my clients have improved sleep, balanced hormones, clearer skin, weight loss, better moods, and even reduced or eliminated their need for medications. Most importantly, they feel more empowered and in tune with their bodies.
Do you offer support between sessions?
Yes. Ongoing support is a vital part of what I offer—because you shouldn’t have to do this alone.
What if I’ve tried everything and nothing has worked?
That’s often when people find me. We’ll return to the foundations of real health and start building again—one simple, powerful step at a time.
