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#249 Tara Nelson is a West Australian-based naturopath with over 24 years of clinical experience. After many years of seeing primarily thyroid conditions in her clinic, Tara went into researching for herself and further education in order to improve her clinical outcomes in her complex thyroid patients. Tara has developed a six-week online practitioner thyroid training program to further educate practitioners in thyroid health, and thyroid case mentoring for practitioners, a practitioner affiliate program, and runs an online thyroid recovery program. Tara has completed extra studies in the AIP dietary and lifestyle approach, which she utilises with many of her thyroid and other autoimmune patients. Tara is on a mission to bring awareness and education to the public and practitioner community alike, about the importance of thyroid health on a deeper level. In this episode we cover The difference between hyperthyroidism and Graves disease The prevalence of these Signs, symptoms, and drivers To iodine or not to iodine How Hyperthyroidism and Graves present on bloodwork How practitioners and patients can perform a thyroid physical assessment Treatment strategies And so much more I am making this ep live today rather than tomorrow as Tara is offering a free masterclass TODAY called "Why you can't lose weight even though your thyroid levels are normal"

#248 Gavin Guard believes that the average doctor visit is not giving patients the time and support they deserve. He graduated summa cum laude from Whitman College with a bachelor's in biochemistry before completing graduate medical school training at the University of Colorado. Since then, he's completed training with the Institute for Functional Medicine, is a Kresser Institute ADAPT Level 1 Clinician, a Precision Nutrition Level 1 nutrition coach, an AIP Certified Coach, and is a Certified Sports Nutritionist. His main clinical focuses include digestive disorders and metabolic disease like weight gain, diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease. He is bringing the latest medical research to the forefront of clinical patient care. He wakes up every morning to help patients find lasting solutions to their health so that they can experience hope and feel restored. In this episode we cover The thyroid-gut axis Patterns in the microbiome that we may see The impact of dysbiosis Why we might see Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease co-occur with Celiac Disease and Non-celiac wheat sensitivity Treatment strategies And so much more

#247 Dr. Drossman received gastroenterology training at the University of North Carolina where he founded the UNC Center for Functional GI and Motility Disorders. Dr Drossman is currently the Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Psychiatry in Gastroenterology at UNC. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a Master of the American College of Gastroenterology, Past-President of the American Psychosomatic Society (1997). Dr. Drossman has established multiple organizations to advance patient-centered education and treatment of Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI). He founded the Rome Foundation, and served as president until 2019, and is currently the President Emeritus and Chief of Operations. He has served as Senior Editor of Rome I, II, III, IV and is co-senior editor of Rome V to be released in 2026. As a gastroenterologist, Dr. Drossman consults or manages the care of difficult-to-diagnose and -treat patients with DGBIs. As Founder and President of DrossmanCare (Center for Education and Practice of Biopsychosocial Care) Dr. Drossman produces educational materials to teach communication skills and patient-centered care. He has published peer-reviewed articles and videotapes on medical interviewing and the patient-doctor relationship. He also facilitates workshops and communication skills training programs and has received numerous awards, as an educator and practitioner. Most recently he co-authored a book with a patient advocate called Gut Feelings: Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction and the Patient-Doctor Relationship for patients and clinicians. Dr. Drossman has written over 500 articles and book chapters serves on six editorial and advisory boards, was Associate Editor of the journal Gastroenterology and was the Gastroenterology Section Editor of the Merck Manual for 17 years. His research relates to the clinical, epidemiological, psychosocial, and treatment aspects of gastrointestinal disorders, and he has been principal investigator in several NIH-funded epidemiological outcomes, clinical trials, and abuse grants in DGBI and has done brain imaging in IBS. In this episode we cover: What is constipation The different types of constipation - including primary and secondary Dyssynergic defecation - drivers and signs and symptoms What investigations are carried out by a gastroenterologist to confirm this Treatments commonly recommended or administered by gastroenterologists or GI motility specialists Why effective communication skills and patient-centered care are needed What are some ways that patients can improve their communication with doctors Get your hands on the book Gut feelings And so much more

#246 Angela Carroll is a sought after Business, Speaking and Performance coach, helping Natural Health Care Practitioners to grow and scale their business without the burnout. Angela has worked in the Natural Medicine industry for three decades. She has run her own Practice and trained and educated over 10,000 Natural Health Care Practitioners on evidence -based Natural Medicine and how to run a successful Practice for the past 18 years in her role as a senior educator, speaker, podcaster and seminar and webinar host. Angela is a qualified Naturopath, Herbalist, Acupuncturist, in addition to being a full-time certified coach and NLP Master Practitioner and TimeLine therapist, and is an expert and creating programs. Helping Practitioners to grow a business they love, feel confident in, and attract clients who pay, stay and refer is an ongoing passion. In this episode we cover The different challenges that health practitioners face and the patterns they follow The different levels of practitioner and practice growth The challenges that are common at each of these levels solutions for these challenges How practitioners can engage clients into doing what it takes to get results And so much more

#245 Dr. Paula Smith-Brown is the Clinical Science Lead at Microba and an Adjunct Lecturer at Centre for Microbiome Research at The Queensland University of Technology. She is a PhD qualified Accredited Practising Dietitian who combines her experience as a microbiome researcher and healthcare professional to translate the latest science on the gut microbiome into practical clinical application. In this episode we cover How microbial dysbiosis plays a role in IBS If the microbiome is different in those with IBS The impact a low FODMAP diet has on the microbiome FODMAP food reintroduction. How to tackle this if a patient has been on a low fodmap diet for some time If we can predict a response to a low FODMAP diet based on microbiome Strategies and interventions And so much more

#244 Georgia is a naturopath and nutritionist with 17 years' experience who's clinical practice specialises in women's health, particularly hormone imbalance and fertility and conception issues as well as pregnancy and postpartum support. She has a Masters in Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Health Science (Comp Med) and Advanced Diploma in Health Science (Naturopathy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine) and has also completed post graduate training in Women's Health with Dr Andrew Orr and is part of The Experts Group specialising in PCOS, Endometriosis and Fertility. In this episode we cover An overview of iron metabolism What hepcidin is General factors that affect how hepcidin works or doesn't work in the body How hepcidin and iron metabolism change over the menstrual cycle in reproductive-aged women General factors and women-specific clinical considerations that need to be considered when looking at women's iron status When the best time is to test and how do we dose effectively And so much more

#243 Dr Azita Moradi is the Founder and CEO of Freed (www.freed.global), an organisation dedicated to assisting individuals and teams develop sustainable resilience and well-being strategies to thrive in complexity. Dr. Azita Moradi is a graduate of Monash University and is a fellow the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. She is also an adjunct senior lecturer at Monash University, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences. Dr. Moradi gathers part of her knowledge and experience from her own life story. She grew up in Iran during the political turmoil of the Islamic revolution and the Iran-Iraq war. After arriving in Australia as a teenager, she had to negotiate a completely different culture and language at a critical time in her development as she entered Year 12. Dr. Moradi also draws on over 21 years of experience as a psychotherapist, psychiatrist, medical practitioner, lecturer, coach, and consultant to produce outstanding results for individuals, teams, and organisations. Over the years she provided advice and expertise in the areas of interpersonal dynamics, resilience, personal mastery, and flourishing in the face of adversity and challenge. Her experience has on more than one occasion saved her life as well as the lives of others! Over the last 12 years, she has worked as a Medical Examiner providing expert opinion and assessments on individuals' mental health and wellbeing, resilience, and capacity to work in periods of transitions and changes in a variety of organisations, including state and federal government. In this episode we cover Why Azita has a deep passion for caring for the health practitioner or carers How the Covid 19 pandemic has impacted mental health Positives that have come out of this experience for many Strategies to improve resilience and cultivate joy in complex times The importance of perspective and if it can be taught Why the health practitioner needs to be aware of their own triggers and self care and how this can influence our treatments So much more

#242 Gabriela Rosa is a world-renowned fertility specialist, reproductive health educator, and sexuality researcher. Since 2001, Gabriela and her team of clinicians blend evidence-based science into a holistic, supportive, education-focused approach to fertility treatment. Her proven and effective methodology delivers a 78.8% live birth rate even when other treatments have previously failed. In 2021, Gabriela launched the TalkSex™ with Gabriela Rosa podcast to educate and explore through holistic conversations with other researchers and experts the world of desire, pleasure, and satisfaction, aiming to create a new path of self-discovery for those on and off the fertility journey. In this episode we cover What inspired you to start the podcast "Talk Sex" Sexual challenges couples face when trying to conceive, particularly when the journey has not been easy. The emotional and psychological consequences What the research states about sex when trying to conceive Strategies to help keep sex fresh, loving, less heavy, and fun and to preserve the relationship And so much more Gabriela would love to give the love and guts listener a free physical copy of her latest book, Fertility Breakthrough: Overcoming infertility and recurrent miscarriage when other treatments have failed. The customized coupon code Love&Guts or love&guts

#241 Dr Michael Breus is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomat of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He was one of the youngest people to have passed the Board at age 31 and, with a specialty in Clinical Sleep Disorders and is one of only 160 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction. In addition to his private practice, he not only treats athletes and celebrities, Dr. Breus also trains other sleep doctors and consults with major airlines, hotel chains, mattress manufacturers and retailers to provide the optimum sleep experience for their customers. For over 14 years, Dr. Breus has served as the Sleep Expert for WebMD which includes a monthly column called "Sleep Matters". Dr. Breus also writes The Insomnia Blog and is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post, Psychology Today, MedPedia, Organized Wisdom, and Furniture Today. With more than a dozen appearances on The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Breus has been dubbed a "Sleep Expert" and holds a seat on his Clinical Advisory Board. Additionally, Dr. Breus' audio relaxation CD, created for Crown Plaza Hotels, helps millions of people fall asleep each year. In this episode we cover How the book Energize came to be. Now this is an interesting story What energy is and what types exist How knowing your power profile: Body Type + Chronotype can be useful when wanting to improve energy and optimal health What emotional energy is and what are energy vampires Strategies to optimise your energy. Such as the daily 5 x 5 When should the diff chronotypes have sex/ masturbate And so much more

#240 Dr Jason Hawrelak is a research scientist, educator, naturopath, and Western herbalist with more than 18 years of clinical experience. Jason practices at Goulds Natural Medicine, a 136-year-old natural medicine apothecary, and clinic located in central Hobart. He did his Honours and PhD degrees examining the causes of dysbiosis and the capacity of probiotics, prebiotics, and herbal medicines to modify the gut microbiome and has written extensively in the medical literature on these topics – including 16 textbook chapters. He is on the Medical Nutrition Council of the American Society for Nutrition and was recently awarded a Fellowship from the American College of Nutrition for his significant contributions to the teaching and practice of nutrition in Australia and North America. Jason is also a Fellow of the Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia. He is Chief Research Officer at ProbioticAdvisor.com, which offers a searchable database that enables easy, evidence-based prescribing of probiotic products and online resources for clinicians, and health-conscious members of the public, to learn more about the human microbiome and how they can positively influence these ecosystems. In this episode we cover What is diverticula, diverticulosis, diverticulitis and diverticular disease Common causes of diverticulosis and why it might progress to diverticulitis or diverticular disease How to differentiate between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Symptomatic uncomplicated DD (SUDD) The link between cardiovascular health and diverticular disease We address what diet may help support those experiencing these conditions and this includes eliminating old beliefs associated with diet What are our main treatment aims And so much more I highly recommend Jason's practitioner training on this subject Diverticular Disease: New Concepts in its Pathophysiology and Treatment

#239 Dr Victoria Sampson obtained her Bachelor in Dental Surgery from Barts and the London, where she was also chosen to represent the UK in a four month training program at the renowned Karolinska Institute in Sweden. She then completed her Foundation Training in central London, ranking in the top 100 newly qualified dentist in the country. Victoria pays particular attention to the connection between the mouth and the rest of the body, and sees the mouth as a mirror of general health. She uses biomarkers and inflammatory markers in her work to diagnose and monitor patient throughout their treatment, often working with other specialties to treat patients as a whole.Victoria takes a preventative approach to dentistry, attempting to make treatment as minimally invasive as possible. Victoria has been at the forefront of change in dentistry, by undertaking research projects in multiple fields of dentistry and taking a special interest in the relationship between the mouth and the body. She has published numerous papers both in the UK and internationally, with her most recent publication in the British Dental Journal being the most cited and viewed article ever published. In both 2019 and 2020, Victoria has been recognised for her achievements, as one of the finalists for the award for Best Young Dentist in England by the Private Dentistry Awards as well as winning best Young Dentist Award by the British Endodontic Society in 2019. She has also won the national prizes from the British Society of Dental Maxillofacial Radiology and the Association of British Academic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons for her research. Victoria has successfully acquired the Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons (England), and is currently completing her diploma in Facial Aesthetics as well as Restorative Dentistry. In this episode we cover How the mouth is a mirror to the rest of the body How the oral microbiome is linked to various conditions such as diabetes, cvs disease, alzheimers, obesity, SLE, RA, ulcerative colitis/ chron's, fertility and erectile dysfunction What changes the environment of the mouth; thus the oral microbiome We discuss mercury fillings and the controversy that surrounds Victoria expands on her research between COVID19 and oral microbiome/ oral health We discuss practical strategies to maintain optimal oral health and to keep pathogens at bay And so much more

#238 Kelly Brogan, M.D. is a holistic psychiatrist, author of the NY Times Bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, Own Your Self, the children's book, A Time For Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She is the founder of the online healing program Vital Mind Reset, and the membership community, Vital Life Project. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College, and has a B.S. from M.I.T. in Systems Neuroscience. She is specialized in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms. In this episode we cover What is Kelly's perception of the label "mentally ill" What's a different lens with which we can view illness The Five Psychiatric "Pretenders" that we need to be aware of What it means to be woke Kelly shares her spiritual awakening What spiritual bypassing is and the consequences of it How we can lead from the heart/soul during such challenging times And so much more

#237 Georgia is a naturopath and nutritionist with 17 years' experience who's clinical practice specialises in women's health, particularly hormone imbalance and fertility and conception issues as well as pregnancy and postpartum support. She has a Masters in Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Health Science (Comp Med) and Advanced Diploma in Health Science (Naturopathy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine) and has also completed post graduate training in Women's Health with Dr Andrew Orr and is part of The Experts Group specialising in PCOS, Endometriosis and Fertility. In this episode we cover What are the 4 phases of the female menstrual cycle What are the hormonal changes that occur in each phase How does oestrogen and progesterone affect histamine What are the immunological and microbiome changes that occur in each phase What other gut changes (beyond microbiome) occur What are imbalances/pathologies that can occur with each of these and how do they present in the female clinically How does histamine intolerance / imbalances /MCAS particularly affect females clinically (pre-, peri- and post-menopause) Strategies that clinicians need to consider: immunological (focussed on histamine) imbalances in relation to female health? And so much more

#236 Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and consultant. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland Oregon. His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for "stuckness" in the body and brain, especially around decision-making. He hosts the Get The STUCK OUT podcast and is a co-producer of the Alzheimer's, the Science of Prevention Docu-series. His writing is featured online on MedPage Today, Doximity, KevinMD, Medium, Psychology Today, MindBodyGreen, and DrPerlmutter.com, and his work connecting COVID-19 with immune-related depression appears in the peer-reviewed scientific literature. In this episode we cover: Some of the known or 'theorized" mechanisms that underpin depression How systemic inflammation, behavioural changes and psychological stressors related to Covid-19 can increase the risk of depression The impact of Covid-19 on BDNF and what the consequences of this are How the pandemic has influenced our diet and what impact this is having on depression How sleep influences our risk of depression Psychedelics Strategies to help prevent the onset of depression or to support those who are experiencing depression And so much more

#235 Emily started her career as an archaeologist specialising in prehistoric human nutrition before training as a Nutritional Therapist to translate her enthusiasm for human nutrition into personalised, cutting-edge nutritional and lifestyle medicine. Emily has five years of clinical experience within the industry from running her own private practice, working within the supplement industry, and lecturing in Nutritional Therapy around the country. In this episode we cover What are the common risk factors of urinary tract infections? Who is most affected? The urinary tract was long thought to be sterile except in the case of active infections; what's the latest research currently telling us? What is meant by the term 'gut-vagina-bladder' axis and how is it relevant to how we think, and support, UTIs? How would you approach the natural management of UTI, including the use of probiotic/prebiotic therapies? And so much more

#234 I was recently interviewed by Biopractica on the subject of IBS. I thought it may be a great time of the year to share this episode with you. To be honest, given that 1 in 5 Australians experience symptoms of IBS at some time in their lives according to the gastroenterological society of Australia I figure that it's always an appropriate time to be having these discussions. I hope that you enjoy and if you know someone who needs to listen to this episode please make sure you share it with them.

#233 Dr. Karin is a board-certified Naturopathic physician, graduating from Bastyr University. She received her undergraduate degree in biomedical science from Grand Valley State University, where she excelled as a student-athlete. After her collegiate experience and witnessing the traumatic unfolding of 9/11, Karin was called to serve in the military as a Naval aviator and deployed to Afghanistan in support of OEF in 2010. Dr. Karin's practice is focused in integrative neurology, and embraces a philosophy centered around forming and maintaining resilience in health. She believes that any path to wellness is the correct one, and by using the tools we instinctively possess combined with the art and science of medicine, we can uncover the deeper root of disease and work on an individual basis to improve the state of health. As a peer-reviewed published author, Dr. Karin focuses personal research on the neuroimmunology of resilience and enjoys serving as a liaison between her education and clinical practice. Dr. Karin's personal experience caring for her father has grown into a professional passion to provide individualized care for caregivers, feeling strongly that they are the core tenant of health in their communities and homes, and often speaks with support groups in her local area. In this episode we cover What Parkinson's disease is Causes, including some lesser known How is the gut involved? Did you know that constipation precedes the motor symptoms common in Parkinsons by about 20 years The hallmark symptoms of PD Patterns seen in the gut that either precede the onset of parkinsons or are there while present? What measures can we take to prevent the onset of disease If symptoms can be reversed What health providers should know The role that care partners play in the overall health and wellness of PwP and so much more

#232 Lesley Braun is a well-respected integrative medicine leader who is passionate about improving public health, ensuring health professionals understand the therapeutic power of herbs and nutritional supplements and their patients have access to sound information and a variety of safe treatment options. Dr Braun is the Blackmores Institute Director. Dr Braun is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at the National Institute of Complementary Medicine (Western Sydney University) and has held research positions at The Alfred Hospital, Monash University. She was Vice President of the National Herbalists Association of Australia, an Academic Board Member of Endeavour College, and former member of key industry groups including the Australian Therapeutic Goods Advisory Council, Advisory Committee for Complementary Medicine (TGA), the Advisory Committee for the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association, and the National E Health Transition Authority (NeHTA) medicines terminology group. Lesley is a current member of the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia's Complementary and Integrative Therapies Group Executive, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, Australian Institute of Company Directors, Australia-China Business Council Health, and Medical Research working group, plus on the course advisory committees for nutrition courses at Endeavour College and the Think Group. She is the main author of four best-selling textbooks including Herbs and Natural Supplements – an evidence based guide, founding Editor-in-Chief of the journal Advances in Integrative Medicine, and was a regular columnist for the Australian Journal of Pharmacy for 20 years. In 2018 she was named The CEO Magazine's Health & Pharmaceutical Executive of the Year. In this episode we cover What is mental well- being The mental well-being spiral What the allostatic load model of stress is How we can measure and individuals stress Some impacts that stress can have on the body What the biggest stressors to date are How CAM be effectively used, in the different stages of the stress response The link between sleep and mental health

#231 Petrea King is the Founder and CEO of the Quest for Life Foundation which she established in 1989 after her unexpected recovery from leukaemia. Petrea is a well-known author of nine best-selling books. She is an inspirational keynote speaker, teacher, and facilitator. Petrea is also qualified as a naturopath, herbalist, clinical hypnotherapist, yoga and meditation teacher and has been a regular guest on ABC Radio's Midweek Conference for 19 years. In 1983 Petrea was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and wasn't expected to survive. Meditation and integration of past traumatic experiences, including the suicide of her brother, became paramount in her recovery. Petrea has counselled tens of thousands of people living with life-challenging illnesses, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and tragedy. She's at the forefront of wellness education and is a frequent lecturer at medical and other conferences. Petrea has produced more than a dozen relaxation and meditation practices, including one for children, Rainbow Connection. In this episode we cover Petrea's fascinating and inspiring story of healing The default mode network (DMN) and the task-positive networks (TPN) What role disruption of these play in neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive decline Why an understanding of the two could be useful in healing The 4 qualities that create healing, which encompass resilience, peace of mind and happiness What is emotional literacy Strategies that help to improve brain function and sense of wellbeing And so much more

#230 Dr. Allison Siebecker is a professor of Advanced Gastroenterology, an international lecturer, researcher, award-winning author, and the 2021 lifetime achievement Borborygmus award recipient from the Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Dr. Siebecker has specialized in SIBO since 2010, is a SIBO patient herself, and is a pioneer of integrative SIBO treatments and education, including her free educational website siboinfo.com In this episode we cover New Hydrogen Sulphide Research - including testing, symptom picture, treatment etc Hydrogen Sulphide research Allison's thoughts on the title Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth versus methane SIBO The link between mould and tough cases of SIBO We discuss biofilm disruptors - are we using the correct ones? and so much more Show notes Join me for the Next Steps for Treating Tough SIBO Masterclass Summit The SIBO Recovery Roadmap for patients The SIBO Pro Course for practitioners H2S SIBO Registry (please submit your H2S cases here for research) Biofilm Phase-2 Enhanced Free Webinar by Dr. Anderson

#229 Tara Nelson, is a West Australian-based naturopath with over 24 years of clinical experience. After many years of seeing primarily thyroid conditions in her clinic, Tara went into researching for herself and further education in order to improve her clinical outcomes in her complex thyroid patients. Tara has developed a six-week online practitioner thyroid training program to further educate practitioners in thyroid health, and thyroid case mentoring for practitioners, a practitioner affiliate program and runs an online thyroid recovery program. Tara has completed extra studies in the AIP dietary and lifestyle approach, which she utilises with many of her thyroid and other autoimmune patients. Tara is on a mission to bring awareness and education to the public and practitioner community alike, about the importance of thyroid health on a deeper level. In this episode we cover What is a thyroidectomy and how common is it Why someone may have their thyroid removed The difference between and impact of thyroid ablation and removal Measures one may take to preserve the thyroid gland Consequences on one's health by the removal of part or all of the thyroid Diagnostics commonly used to ascertain damage to the thyroid gland And so much more

#228 This week you indulge me by listening to a conversation I had with my husband Guy Lawrence. We answer some of your questions including, how we began our individual wellness journeys and the daily non-negotiables that feed our soul and ensure we bring joy into our lives. Show notes Guy Lawrence offerings and podcast BetterMe tea

#227 Erin Kyna is a sexuality healer and coach, liberating women to experience their pleasure potential in all areas of life including sex. Her journey has been one of a coach and healer on the path to empowerment for the last ten years, travelling the world, and guiding other women along their path as she follows hers. Erin believes we all have the goddess inside of us. The goddess who is sacred, feminine, powerful, pleasured, insatiable, divine, empowered, free, wild, sensual, confident, and radiant.... It is her pleasure and honour to guide women all around the world to embody their inner goddess and their highest potential in all areas of life, including their sexual potential. In this episode we cover How Erin came to own her voice during sex and pleasure The impact this has had on her life What power does sexual freedom posses Why do some women struggle with expressing themselves freely, sexually How to overcome blocks to sensuality And so much more

#226 Daniele Piomelli is Professor of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Pharmacology and Biological Chemistry and Louise Turner Arnold Chair in Neurosciences at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). In addition, he is the director of the UCI Institute for the Study of Cannabis, a multidisciplinary research institute led by the UCI's Schools of Medicine and Law. Daniele studied pharmacology and neuroscience with James H. Schwartz and Eric Kandel at Columbia University, and with Paul Greengard at Rockefeller University. Daniele is an author of more than 400 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Nature, Science, Nature Medicine, PNAS and Nature Neuroscience, three full-length books, and 34 patents. He co-founded the unit of drug discovery and development (D3) at the Italian Institute of Technology in Genoa (Italy) which he directed from 2007 to 2016, and the biopharmaceutical start-ups Kadmus Pharmaceuticals, NeoKera Therapeutics and Aspire Biosciences, all based on discoveries made in his lab. He is Editor-in-Chief of Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, the only peer-reviewed journal entirely dedicated to the study of cannabis, its derivatives, and their endogenous counterparts in the human body. In this episode we cover History of human use of cannabis Why we have an endocannabinoid system and cannabinoid receptors? How cannabis works, especially in relation to chronic pain Current research on its use in chronic pain The duration of time someone should use cannabis for pain Why opioids shouldnt be used as the first line of therapy for pain Cannabis dependency Cannabis toxicity Withdrawal symptoms And so much more

#225 Greg Schmaus is the CEO of Healing 4D, a Holistic Health Practitioner, Shamanic Energy Healer, and Massage Therapist. He is the creator of "Healing The Mind," a 21 day holistic mental health program. With a fully integrated approach to physical and mental health, Greg supports students across the world in gaining understanding and meaning to their healing journey. Through his online programs and personal client coaching, Greg guides students and clients towards higher awareness, empowerment, and freedom in their lives through authentic lifestyle practices. Over the past decade, Greg has coached countless clients with various physical and mental health challenges; integrating the lessons of many of his great teachers and mentors, including Paul Chek and Alberto Villoldo. In this episode we cover: Why it's important to balance the nervous system What the connection is between the ego, our belief systems, and the nervous system What are the 4 survival archetypes and how are they related to our personal power What the story gap is and how the story gap is a source of dis-ease How we align with the story gap What the shadow is and why must we address it to heal How to live in harmony with the laws of nature (rhythms, cycles, seasons, elements) And so much more

#224 Dawn Whitten is a Naturopath, Western Herbalist, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Researcher and Educator. Passionate about protecting and nurturing the microbiome of the next generation, Dawn has a broad base of clinical experience with a focus on women's health through pregnancy and beyond, as well as infant and toddler health. She has been in clinical practice for 16+ years. Dawn has been published in the peer-reviewed literature and has contributed to clinical textbooks (Including the Breastfeeding chapter in the soon to be published Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine, Elsevier). Dawn co-coordinates two units within the Evidence-based Complementary Medicine Program in the College of Health & Medicine at the University of Tasmania. She is part of the research team at Probitic.Advisor.com and a clinical director at Goulds Natural Medicine in Hobart. In this episode we cover: Why the first 1000 days of a newborn's life is crucial for shaping long term health What sort of health issues are linked to early microbiome disturbance How much an infant's microbiome is disturbed when mothers take antibiotics The stages of early microbiome development How is the infant colonised? Seeding? Why breastmilk is the ultimate gardener How does the microbiome of formula fed infants differ How do we support and optimise seeding And so much more Show Notes Goulds Natural Medicine Infant Microbiome Online Course Probiotics supplements and the breastfeeding infant - Why Not? Abstracts from the 19th International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation Conference

#223 Kim Morrison is passionate about human behavior and natural therapies. She has dedicated her life to educating the end-user on aromatherapy along with the critical importance of self-love. Kim is 5 times best-selling author with her most recent award-winning book 'The Art Of Self Love. She is the founder of Twenty8 Essentials and is a multi-tasking wife and mum. With two aspiring athletic children, one a ballerina and the other a rugby player, Kim is married to former NZ Cricketer Danny Morrison who, as a family, moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2006. With athletic goals herself, she played netball to state level and then took up the crazy sport of ultra -marathon running. In her early 20's she set a world record as the youngest female to run 100miles in less than 24 hours. She went on to represent Australia at the world indoor 24-hour championships in the UK, where she set 8 Australian records in 1990. Along with her one-on-one Breakthrough Coaching Sessions, she also runs a private, online 'Self Love and Wellness Mentorship' program and is the host of the popular 'Self Love Podcast'. In this episode we cover What self-love is If self-love is an easy concept to grasp and implement in the younger generation How we can nurture the self-love concept and daily actions in our kids Self-sabotage - is it inevitable and how to move forward from this How to change the narrative and rewire the brain in order to experience a new reality How we can cultivate self-love daily And so much more

#222 Emily started her career as an archaeologist specialising in prehistoric human nutrition before training as a Nutritional Therapist to translate her enthusiasm for human nutrition into personalised, cutting-edge nutritional and lifestyle medicine. Emily has five years of clinical experience within the industry from running her own private practice, working within the supplement industry, and lecturing in Nutritional Therapy around the country. In this episode we cover What are the common risk factors of urinary tract infections? Who is most affected? The urinary tract was long thought to be sterile except in the case of active infections; what's the latest research currently telling us? What is meant by the term 'gut-vagina-bladder' axis and how is it relevant to how we think, and support, UTIs? How would you approach the natural management of UTI, including the use of probiotic/prebiotic therapies? And so much more

#221 Anna's career began in the corporate sector, where she specialised in corporate finance and private banking for over ten years working in Sydney and New York for a large Australian bank. Anna's career change was sparked by her own health journey, following a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes at 18 years of age. Her diagnosis triggered her intense study of botanicals and nutrition to manage her auto-immune condition and assist others in attaining optimal health. Anna has been involved in the pursuit of herbal medicine and nutrition for over 15 years, with a focus on fertility and women's and children's health. Anna's naturopathy career has included working as a naturopath within a reputable natural fertility clinic in Sydney, within a pharmacy and health food store, and running her own naturopathy practice. Anna is committed to creating products founded on naturopathic philosophies, using wildcrafted and exotic ingredients, and encouraging her clients and people who use her skincare to nourish their skin, from the inside out. In this episode we cover How Edible Beauty came to be The link between the skin and gut How inflammation in the gut can impact the skin What eczema is and what's the link between Autoimmunity, Gut Health, and Eczema Some other known drivers of eczema (known and theorized? Strategies to correct gut inflammation and improve eczema and overall skin health What we can use topically on the skin instead of steroid creams

#220 Kelly Brogan, M.D. is a holistic psychiatrist, author of the NY Times Bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, Own Your Self, the children's book, A Time For Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She is the founder of the online healing program Vital Mind Reset, and the membership community, Vital Life Project. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College, and has a B.S. from M.I.T. in Systems Neuroscience. She is specialized in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms. In this episode we cover What is Kelly's perception of the label "mentally ill" What's a different lens with which we can view illness The Five Psychiatric "Pretenders" that we need to be aware of What it means to be woke Kelly shares her spiritual awakening What spiritual bypassing is and the consequences of it How we can lead from the heart/soul during such challenging times And so much more

#219 Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and consultant. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland Oregon. His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for "stuckness" in the body and brain, especially around decision-making. He hosts the Get The STUCK OUT podcast and is a co-producer of the Alzheimer's, the Science of Prevention Docu-series. His writing is featured online on MedPage Today, Doximity, KevinMD, Medium, Psychology Today, MindBodyGreen, and DrPerlmutter.com, and his work connecting COVID-19 with immune-related depression appears in the peer-reviewed scientific literature. In this episode we cover: Some of the known or 'theorized" mechanisms that underpin depression How systemic inflammation, behavioural changes and psychological stressors related to Covid-19 can increase the risk of depression The impact of Covid-19 on BDNF and what the consequences of this are How the pandemic has influenced our diet and what impact this is having on depression How sleep influences our risk of depression Psychedelics Strategies to help prevent the onset of depression or to support those who are experiencing depression And so much more

#218 Christine is a Nutritionist and Registered Nurse and works as a Clinical Application Specialist at Microba. Christine has a passion for chronic disease prevention and further understanding the association between the microbiome and disease. She has worked in a number of settings ranging from clinical through to public health nutrition and is a board director on Nutrition Australia's National Board. In this episode we cover What serotonin is commonly known for It's other, fascinating not so known properties How serotonin is produced in the gut How serotonin affects gut motility Serotonin's influence on pathogens and vice versa How to increase serotonin production What negatively impacts serotonin production

#217 Jill Schofield, MD founded the Center for Multisystem Disease to provide comprehensive care to patients with conditions such as dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome, antiphospholipid syndrome, Sjögren's syndrome, and celiac disease. Some of the patients suffering from these disorders also have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome which causes additional struggles. She specializes in immune-mediated disorders that are confounding due to bodywide symptoms, devoting extra time to each patient so she can identify the issues causing their symptoms. She was the recipient of the 2019 Dysautonomia Support Network's Game Changer Award for her work in the use of IVIG to treat patients with autoimmune forms of dysautonomia In this episode we cover What are the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) What is the difference between EDS and hypermobility spectrum disorder HSD What causes EDS Why might someone with EDS and HSD experience chronic joint pain What other complications may occur The link between EDS, SIBO, and other digestive disorders How is EDS Diagnosed If there are any consequences for leaving EDS undiagnosed? Treatment strategies for EDS

#216 Christiane Northrup, M.D., is a visionary pioneer and a leading authority in the field of women's health and wellness, which includes the unity of mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Internationally known for her empowering approach to women's health and wellness, Dr. Northrup teaches women how to thrive at every stage of life. A board-certified OB/GYN physician, Dr. Northrup graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and completed her residency at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston. She was also an assistant clinical professor of OB/GYN at Maine Medical Center for 20 years. Dr. Northrup knows that the key to vibrant health on all levels is within us—our inner wisdom. She says, "When we find the connection between our thoughts, beliefs, physical health, and life circumstances, we find that we are in the driver's seat of our lives and can make profound changes. Nothing is more exhilarating or empowering."

#215 Georgia is a naturopath and nutritionist with 17 years' experience who's clinical practice specialises in women's health, particularly hormone imbalance and fertility and conception issues as well as pregnancy and postpartum support. She has a Masters in Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Health Science (Comp Med) and Advanced Diploma in Health Science (Naturopathy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine) and has also completed post graduate training in Women's Health with Dr Andrew Orr and is part of The Experts Group specialising in PCOS, Endometriosis and Fertility. In this episode we cover What are the 4 phases of the female menstrual cycle What are the hormonal changes that occur in each phase How does oestrogen and progesterone affect histamine What are the immunological and microbiome changes that occur in each phase What other gut changes (beyond microbiome) occur What are imbalances/pathologies that can occur with each of these and how do they present in the female clinically How does histamine intolerance / imbalances /MCAS particularly affect females clinically (pre-, peri- and post-menopause) Strategies that clinicians need to consider: immunological (focussed on histamine) imbalances in relation to female health? And so much more

#214 Niraj Naik - ex-pharmacist turned holistic health expert, founder of international school of breathwork Soma Breath. After working for several years as a community pharmacist, Niraj saw firsthand just how ineffective and even damaging pharmaceutical drugs can be. When he found himself a patient of stress-related depression and ulcerative colitis, he embarked on a journey of profound self-healing and education. Known internationally as the Renegade Pharmacist, Niraj is dedicated to educating others on topics of holistic health, breathwork, meditation, and more. In addition to his website and blog therenegadepharmacist.com, he has created many other brands related to health and healing, and has featured in articles from multiple news outlets across the world such as Forbes, CNN, The Guardian, and Huffpost. In this episode we cover His amazing healing experience How sound, music therapy and breathwork was used in his healing The benefits and science behind breathwork What SOMA breath is and the SOMA awakening experience How breathwork can resolve constipation If we really struggle to implement and commit to breathwork practices, where we can start And so much more

This week, my husband Guy Lawrence had a truly incredible conversation with Dr. Stephen Porges. Stephen is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. During our conversation, we discuss the Polyvagal Theory, understanding anxiety, and ultimately, how we can go about healing our traumas. If you are feeling tension in your body as you're reading this, then this episode is for you.

#212 Steve is an engineer who developed the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to help combat the incredible digestion issues he had since he was 13 years old. Then, he ordered his first supplements and started his first diet, but by 23 he was crying daily in bloating pain. The panic attacks, depression, and constipation were threatening his "successful" life as a consultant. After years of struggle, Steve discovered the secret to gut health and started the SCD diet with his co-founder, Jordan. They've now released their own range of supplements and give detailed plans of the SCD diet so that other people can feel the benefits of good gut health, too. What are Short Chain Fatty Acids and why do they matter How butyrate heals the gut If certain diets such as high protein, low carb (or other) impact production of Butyrate Can you get Butyrate from food Who should supplement it Strategies to improve short-chain fatty acid production and so much more

#211 Angela is a Naturopathic clinician and mother of two beautiful children. She has been in clinical practice specialising in women's and children's health, hormones and fertility for over 24 years. When it comes to fertility, Angela has remarkable success helping hundreds of couples to overcome their fertility hurdles and reclaim their dream of parenthood. Angela is widely published in this area. Angela takes a comprehensive and highly personalised approach, utilising pathology testing, clinical analysis and diagnostic insight to understand and decipher your needs and design the best approach to treatment for you. Angela uses medical pathology as a means to provide evidence before acting on treatment, which shifts the practice of naturopathy from an intuitive art to a practical and evidence-based science. Angela has completed extensive advanced training and is a sought-after university lecturer, keynote speaker, author and educator to her peers worldwide. In this episode we cover Postnatal Depletion or Exhausted Mum Syndrome, what do these terms mean? Symptoms of postnatal depletion The lesser-known reasons why mums are exhausted postpartum and beyond Who is at increased risk of PND Can PND or Exhausted Mum Syndrome be prevented? Baby brain - we address the reprogramming that happens to the mother's brain and the role it serves Postnatal Depletion for Dads or partners - is this a thing? What causes postnatal depletion in men (or partners)? Are the partners commonly forgotten about? Strategies we can implement to help mum and dad avoid or resolve postnatal depletion or burnt in parents or couples with several kids. and so much more

#210 A former smoking, binge-drinking journalist, radio and television producer, Marcus's media career included time at Leader newspapers, Sport 927 and SEN 1116 before concluding at Channel Nine and The AFL Footy Show in 2006. In 2005 Marcus met his now-wife Sarah, a chiropractor, who was the catalyst of Marcus's health transformation from a Red Bull-guzzling, meat-eating smoker to a ginger-tea sipping teetotalling vegan, to somewhere back in the middle. In 2008 Marcus and Sarah opened Pure Wisdom Chiropractic and Lifestyle, were married in 2009 and in 2010 and 2012 welcomed Maya and Darby to the world. In 2013 Marcus and Damian Kristof began the podcast 100 Not Out: Mastering The Art of Ageing Well. In that same year, Marcus joined The Wellness Couch podcast network as the Executive Producer of events including The Wellness Summit. Since its inception, 100 Not Out has recorded more than 400 episodes and conversations with some of the planet's most graceful agers, high achievers and interesting people. 100 Not Out has received almost one million downloads, whilst The Wellness Couch network surpassed 11 million listens in 2020. In 2014 Marcus and his family moved to northern New South Wales. With Sarah now a stay-at-home mum, the time had arrived for Marcus to create the Exceptional Life Blueprint framework. He created an online program and began sharing his insights and trainings both digitally and in-person. Since then, Marcus's online courses have been consumed by over 20,000 people in 155 countries and he has delivered keynote presentations and trainings to companies as big as NAB all the way down to local communities. Sectors including banking, health, wellness and real estate trust Marcus to help their teams perform to exceptional standards. In 2019 Marcus and Sarah welcomed their fourth child Spencer, and amongst the craziness of raising young children, continue to love and support each other to make the rest of their life the best of their life. In this episode we cover How Your Exceptional Life book/ resource came to be How he went about qualifying the 64 exceptionals in the book If the order with which you prioritize the eight 'ingredients' of the blueprint matter How social life and community have a huge impact on health and livelihood Introverts - how socializing differs from extroverts and how can an introvert can embrace this exceptional ingredient Why spirit is laced throughout all areas The conflict of opposites Marcus's hope for this exceptional book

#209 Kiran Krishnan, a research microbiologist, has been involved in the dietary supplement and nutrition market for the past 18 years. He comes from a university research background having spent several years with hands-on R&D in the fields of molecular medicine and microbiology at the University of Iowa. Kiran established a Clinical Research Organization where he designed and conducted dozens of human clinical trials in human nutrition. Kiran is also a co-founder and partner in Nu Science Trading, LLC.; a nutritional technology development and research company. He is a co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Microbiome Labs. He is a frequent lecturer on the human microbiome at medical and nutrition conferences. He is an expert guest on national and satellite radio, has appeared in several international documentaries, and has been a guest speaker on several International health summits as a microbiome expert. He is currently involved in 16 novel human clinical trials on probiotics and the human microbiome. In this episode we cover How stress directly and indirectly impacts the gut How stress is toxic to the brain Why we see changes in the cerebral architecture in those with anxiety and depression What stresses are we referring to and what about eustress How the gut microbiome involved How the oral microbiome involved How certain probiotics impact stress Some strategies to help manage stress And so much more

#208 Leah is an experienced and respected clinician who specialises in fertility, pregnancy and reproductive health. She has completed extensive advanced training and is a lecturer, keynote speaker, author and educator. She leads by example, remembering to live life to the fullest and is passionate about educating and empowering women to be their own health advocates. In this episode we cover; What is the reproductive microbiome The concept of the eco-holobiont and reproductive microbiome The interplay between the various reproductive microbiomes - semen, uterine, endometrial and their role in fertility and conception How we can modify, support and adapt the various microbiomes to support the healthiest next generation How the reproductive microbiome influences the next generation How the reproductive microbiome influences pregnancy, labour and breastfeeding Strategies that clinicians need to address when treating the reproductive microbiome The fascinating role of the oral microbiome and it's link to many aspects of our health. Now this you have to hear Invivo has also generously offered 10% off the Reproductive microbiome course and the Oral microbiome testing. Please visit the show notes for further instructions And if you have yet to get your hands on the Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine Manual - a must have for all health practitioners I highly recommend you do

#207 Greg Schmaus is the CEO of Healing 4D, a Holistic Health Practitioner, Shamanic Energy Healer, and Massage Therapist. He is the creator of "Healing The Mind," a 21 day holistic mental health program. With a fully integrated approach to physical and mental health, Greg supports students across the world in gaining understanding and meaning to their healing journey. Through his online programs and personal client coaching, Greg guides students and clients towards higher awareness, empowerment, and freedom in their lives through authentic lifestyle practices. Over the past decade, Greg has coached countless clients with various physical and mental health challenges; integrating the lessons of many of his great teachers and mentors, including Paul Chek and Alberto Villoldo. In this episode we cover Greg's experience with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Some drivers of OCD Why his experience with OCD was one of the greatest gifts he ever received The influence of the gut on the brain How he moved through it How Greg helps others with similar experiences Why simplicity is key And so much more

#206 Dr. Blodgett is a native Oregonian who attended grade school through high school in Southwest Portland. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Oregon and completed his pre-doctoral sciences at Portland State University. Dr. Blodgett attended the OHSU School of Dentistry and graduated in June of 1999 where he earned the "Going the Extra Mile" award from his own classmates. Throughout his career, he's become a recognized leader in minimally-invasive dentistry, dental lasers, computerized dental technology, and holistic care. He has been featured in numerous dental journals, on television, and in magazines for the innovative care he provides. He is truly a modern pioneer in progressive dental care. In this episode we cover All things root canal and what an unexpected fascinating topic it is What is root canal and root canal toxicity How do you diagnose root canal problems What's an alternative to root canals Toothpaste - to fluoride or not to fluoride Mercury fillings - to remove or not remove Daily strategies to enhance / protect oral health / oral microbiome (and thus overall health) And so much more

#205 Alessio Fasano is the W. Allan Walker Chair of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Massachusetts General Hospital, Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, and Professor of Nutrition at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. He is also Founder and Director of the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment at MGH. He is coauthor (with Susie Flaherty) of Gluten Freedom. Award-winning writer and editor Susie Flaherty is Director of Communications at the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment. She is coauthor (with Alessio Fasano) of Gluten Freedom. In the episode we cover How the book Gut Feelings came about The epigenetic role of the microbiome The link between the gut microbiome and autoimmunity The five elements or "pillars" that lead to chronic inflammation The human gut Mycobiome Alternatives to the Hygiene hypothesis Strategies to manipulate the microbiome to maintain health Artificial intelligence, synthetic biology and the microbiome And so much more

#204 Before starting Unstoppable Girls, Tracey had a successful career in Marketing and Advertising. Tracey was inspired to create Unstoppable girls as she reflected on her own childhood and teen years. After suffering trauma as a young girl and realising the impact this made on her throughout her teen and adult life, Tracey knew the importance of having a strong sense of self and self-worth, as well as positive role models. Tracey passionately believes that if we can develop our girls' mental armour (courage, self-belief, confidence and compassion) to own who they are, understand their strengths, their uniqueness, and their worth, then they have a much greater chance of a positive experience during their teen years. As a teen, and young woman, Tracey set up her own retail business which she ran successfully for 4 years until at the age of 23 yrs she decided to study Business with marketing at Univeristy where she went on to win a National competition that saw her land a graduate training place at a top advertising agency in London. She climbed the Corporate ladder and went on to become a Managing Director of a leading Marketing agency working on world class brands like Qantas, Virgin, Vodafone, Volkswagen, amongst others. After 20 years in the Corporate world Tracey retrained and studied Psychology of coaching and qualified as an Executive and life coach. After working through her own childhood trauma and now being a mother of two girls, Tracey knew that for her girls and all girls to truly thrive, they needed to develop a rock solid inner foundation as well as having strong, positive adult mentors in their life. In this episode we cover Why Tracey was driven to start unstoppable girls What challenges do girls struggle with What challenges do parents face in raising teen girls What support is there for parents What does it mean to be an unstoppable girl/what is an unstoppable mindset What can parents do to support their girls through the often turbulent teen years What is the difference between self esteem /self worth and confidence And so much more

#203 Alex is an Institute For Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner with a MSc in Personalised Nutrition and a BSc in Nutritional Therapy. He is also: Co-founder of Healthpath, an at-home functional gut testing company Co-founder of The Applied Functional Medicine Mentoring Program. Chief Wellness Officer at Exhale Coffee - a healthy coffee hand picked for its chlorogenic acid content (the good stuff!) Currently Alex is finalising his studies in Transformational Life Coaching. After a powerful experience combining breathwork and psychedelics towards the end of 2019, Alex is also currently training to become a Transformational Breathwork Practitioner and has recently started a 12 month psychedelic practitioner program with The Synthesis Institute. In this episode we discuss all things psychedelics, in particular: Alex shares his powerful psychedelic and breathwork experience What psychedelics have the most research, particularly for mental health The impact of psychedelics on the gut-brain axis How Alex see's health practitioners, or himself safely integrate them Are there any concerns for their use (risks or side effects) Who should be avoiding them Where is regulation at with psychedelics We were so in the moment that we forgot to discuss micro and macro dosing And so much more

#202 Lara Briden first worked as a researcher and evolutionary biologist at the University of Calgary. She then went on to graduate as a naturopathic doctor from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). In her twenty plus years of practice Lara has learned that period problems respond incredibly well to nutrition and other natural treatments. Period problems can be fixed without the band-aid solution of hormonal birth control. Her mission is to bring that message to women everywhere. To empower women to have easy, symptomless periods and join the worldwide "period revolution." Lara's books Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual provide practical solutions for period and hormone problems. Lara has also published the peer-reviewed paper The central role of ovulatory disturbances in the etiology of androgenic polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—Evidence for treatment with cyclic progesterone. In this episode we cover Why Lara wrote the book The Hormone Repair Manual What perimenopause is and why Lara calls it our second puberty Why perimenopause is a critical window for health Why our brain reorganises during this time How ovulation impacts perimenopause and menopause What happens to our hormones and physiology during perimenopause Hormone therapy How metabolic flexibility helps And so much more

#201 Dr. Karin is a board-certified Naturopathic physician, graduating from Bastyr University. She received her undergraduate degree in biomedical science from Grand Valley State University, where she excelled as a student-athlete. After her collegiate experience and witnessing the traumatic unfolding of 9/11, Karin was called to serve in the military as a Naval aviator and deployed to Afghanistan in support of OEF in 2010. Dr. Karin's practice is focused in integrative neurology, and embraces a philosophy centered around forming and maintaining resilience in health. She believes that any path to wellness is the correct one, and by using the tools we instinctively possess combined with the art and science of medicine, we can uncover the deeper root of disease and work on an individual basis to improve the state of health. As a peer-reviewed published author, Dr. Karin focuses personal research on the neuroimmunology of resilience and enjoys serving as a liaison between her education and clinical practice. Dr. Karin's personal experience caring for her father has grown into a professional passion to provide individualized care for caregivers, feeling strongly that they are the core tenant of health in their communities and homes, and often speaks with support groups in her local area. In this episode we cover What Parkinson's disease is Causes, including some lesser known How is the gut involved? Did you know that constipation precedes the motor symptoms common in Parkinsons by about 20 years The hallmark symptoms of PD Patterns seen in the gut that either precede the onset of parkinsons or are there while present? What measures can we take to prevent the onset of disease If symptoms can be reversed What health providers should know The role that care partners play in the overall health and wellness of PwP and so much more

#200 Dr Marc is a medical doctor, university professor, author, poet, entrepreneur, wellness trailblazer and perpetual student of life, trying to coax the world towards worldwide wellness. He has spent more than 30 years practicing and researching holistic health and published more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific papers and many books and technical texts on wellness and natural medicine along with the illustrated books "The Beautiful Mare", "Bing & Bang Begin" and "Love & Everything". He is Founder of Beautiful.Water.co and the Extreme Wellness Institute, Co-Founder of Extremely Alive Wellness Tonics and the Bathe the World Foundation and co-owner of Maruia Hot Springs in New Zealand. You can find him at www.drmarc.co and on linktree. In this episode we cover: Sauna bathing and all things hydrotherapy. A big passion of mine How sauna bathing can benefit those experiencing CFS, pain and depression The use of heat therapy for Covid - 19 The passion that drives his desire to communicate complex ideas, through children's books and poetry Why 5 rhythms dancing is the bees knees The importance of connection Why Marc wants to turn the world into a health retreat And so much more