Discover the hidden connections between your oral health and overall wellness as we sit down with Dr. Ron Ehrlich, a pioneer in the field of integrative dentistry with over four decades of experience.  Dr. Ehrlich challenges traditional dentistry by highlighting the link between dental health and overall well-being, focusing on five key stressors: emotional, environmental, postural, nutritional, and dental. Learn about the groundbreaking impact of 3D x-ray technology in preventive care and evolving oral hygiene practices for a healthy mouth. Explore the effects of the Western diet on den ..read more

In today's episode, we look into the complexities of the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods; Diana and I dissect the distinction between listed and registered medicines and underscore the indispensable role of extemporaneous compounding and the value that this type of prescription can add to your practice and your patient care. This practice of extemporaneous compounding offers custom-fit solutions for healthcare practitioners and their patients, ensuring that even when the ARTG doesn't list a product, there is still a pathway to necessary care. In this episode, we also tackle the nuan ..read more

Discover the exceptional benefits of vitamin K2, especially its form MK-7, as Dr. Brad McEwen, a naturopath and nutritionist, joins us to reveal the nutrient's essential roles in our health and wellness. Gain insight into the unique structural and functional differences between vitamin K1 and K2 and how these contribute to our bodily functions, from bone health to cardiovascular wellness. Delve into the potential positive impact of vitamin K2 on chronic conditions. This episode unpacks the incredible ways vitamin K2 serves as a director of calcium in our bodies, guiding it to strengthen our ..read more

Discover functional testing's untapped potential with experienced naturopath Cindi Young, who will illuminate its transformative powers for patient health and practice growth. This episode is filled with insights for health practitioners looking to elevate their approach to chronic conditions and patient care. Cindi takes us through her personal evolution from a sceptic to a proponent of functional testing, sharing the pivotal moments that changed her perspective and how it has since bolstered her patients' healing journeys. Get ready to be equipped with practical advice on seamlessly incorp ..read more

Embark on a journey to the heart of gut health with us, Andrew Whitfield-Cook and the esteemed gut health specialist, Karly Raven. Together, we dissect Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), offering a refreshing perspective on dietary interventions that seek to alleviate discomfort without depriving our bodies of essential nutrients. Karly challenges the status quo, advocating for a balanced approach to diets like low FODMAP and specific carbohydrate, highlighting their symptom-relief benefits while keeping an eye on the broader implications for our microbiome. About Karly: Karly is ..read more

Prepare to have your perspective on mental health transformed as Dr Oscar Coetzee joins us to unravel the complex relationship between nutrition, genomics, and mental health. His approach, psychoneurogenomics, promises to challenge conventional mental health care by highlighting the importance of fundamental health markers, such as vitamin D and iron levels, before resorting to pharmaceuticals. Dr Coetzee's journey from South African drug and alcohol counselling to pioneering nutritional insights into mental health in the U.S. is not only compelling but also a testament to the power of inter ..read more

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation with Dr Amy Gajjar, a general practitioner and integrative medicine specialist from the UK with a particular interest in Hashimoto's disease and a passion for helping patients optimize their health through nutrition and lifestyle changes. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The Hashimoto's patient presentation and differential diagnosis 2. The role of nutrition in treating chronic illnesses 3. What are the limitations of medical treatment 4. The changing nature of medical practice and the need for a new paradigm 5. Exploring al ..read more

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation on methylation with Naturopath  Zelda Graham, who specialises in epigenetics and managing MTHFR polymorphisms. Zelda shares how she set out to defy her family's history of heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and depression by unlocking the power of methylation and tackling the underlying causes of her methylation issues and is now an expert in the field. In this episode we cover:  An overview of methylation and how it affects the human body How to assess methylation polymorphisms The SIBO and Methylation connection How to manage ..read more

Have you ever wondered about the stark realities of long COVID? We unpack this pressing issue with Dr Mark Donohoe, a renowned integrative GP and president of ACNEM, the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine. Our candid conversation touches on the 2023 ACNEM conference, traversing the terrain of long COVID's prevalence and contrasting the official figures with the real-life situation. Prepare for a sobering deep-dive into long COVID's impact in Australia. Dr. Donohoe sheds light on the staggering statistics, indicating that 1 in 50 Australians grapple with long COVI ..read more

Have you ever wondered about the complexities of women's hormonal changes during perimenopause and beyond? In today's episode, Dr Maria Mackey joins us to discuss the functional medicine perspective for treating Perimenopause and beyond. We explore the decline in estrogen and progesterone production, its symptoms, and its relationship with serotonin production. We also shed light on assessments used to detect hormonal drift and the role they play in prescribing decisions. Finally, we discuss hormonal imbalances in post-menopausal women, treatments, and lifestyle changes. This episode is a de ..read more