Part 2 in our gut series. Today Angela shares with us the 3 main steps needed in order to properly heal our digestive system. Angela also covers specific nutrients needed when healing and maintaining healthy gut function. Join us today ensure you gut is happy and healthy!
In this episode we take a slightly more scientific look at the gut, what it is made up of, the individual layers and how they function. We also explore ways the gut can be damaged and how we can prevent this. We touch on nutrients needed for different cells in the gut. This is the first episode in a two part series so join us next week where we continue exploring specific nutrients we need and how we can heal our gut and keep it working optimally into the future.
Join us today as Angela highlights for us the benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids such as DHA & EPA in pregnancy and beyond. You will learn why this nutrient is important, how it helps mum and baby, how we can include more of this in our diet, which fish are safe to eat in pregnancy and how to choose a good fish oil supplement.
Show notes & Resources
- Heart Foundation Article listing amounts of EPA DHA in 150g serve of different types of fish
Today’s episode is an in depth look into the vital function of the neurotransmitter serotonin in regulation of our mood, sleep, eating habits, anxiety, depression, OCD, pain, memory and much more! Angela explains why we may be deficient in serotonin and melatonin, why Tryptophan is important, what co-factors we need, such as B3, B6, Zinc, Folate, for serotonin to work properly.
You will learn how you can immediately start boosting your mood, addressing anxiety and depression, reduce food cravings and improve your sleep with the tools and tips Angela shares.
Show notes & Resources
- Headspace - free mindfulness meditation resource mentioned in the show
Part 2 in our series, Angela covers the remaining nutrients that are essential for us to intake during pregnancy and breastfeeding to have a happy, healthy baby and enjoy a strong, healthy body ourselves! Covering symptoms of deficiency as well as RDI and therapeutic dosage ranges.
Angela also touches on the benefits of delayed cord clamping, an overview of trimester specific nutrients as well as dietary ways to increase these essential nutrients.
Listen in today and spread the word to anyone you know who could benefit from knowing this information!
This 2 part series provides an easy to understand overview of the main nutrients needed during pregnancy and specifics as to why we need them, what roles they play for baby and for mum.
Angela also ties in the role of methylation and when we need to consider activated nutrients, how we can use diet to boost our intake and how to reduce our risk factors for gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia.
This is a power packed series that will leave you feeling positive and empowered to have a happy healthy pregnancy!
As we head into winter and the annual sniffles come out to visit, we wanted to dedicate an episode to giving you some practical, take-away tips that you can use straight away to ensure you can stay healthy this chilly season.
So listen in to hear Angela's best winter wellness tips!
Want to enjoy some chocolate with the family but avoid all the sugar and processed chocolate on the market? Well there is a simple solution.. make your own!
Today Angela shares with us her super simple, 3 ingredient, nutritious chocolate recipe which you can make in 5 minutes at home. You don't have to be a pro in the kitchen to make this, anyone can do it. So listen and give it a try today - your tastebuds, family and body will thank you!
HAPPY EASTER!
In July 2016 the FDA released a serious new health warning for a group of antibiotics due to their "disabling side effects". In this episode Angela uncovers for us the potential dangers and irreversible side effects this popular class of antibiotics - Fluoroquinolone's. In 2010 Levaquin, an antibiotic in this category, was the best selling antibiotic in the USA. We now know that this group of drugs carries a hefty risk of damaging side effects such as: Tendon rupture, blood clots, wide spread muscle & joint pain (fibromyalgia and arthritis), retinal detachment and other vision issues, depression, neurological conditions and much more!
Listen in to learn more and get educated on other options which should be considered first before ever using this class of antibiotics, so you can make informed decisions for you and your family.
Shownotes & Resources:
Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics - also sold under the following brand and generic names: Cipro, ciprofloxacin, Cipro XR, Proquin XR, gemifloxacin, Factive, levofloxacin, Levaquin, moxifloxacin, Avelox, norfloxacin, Noroxin, and ofloxacin, Floxin. Make sure to keep this list of antitibiotics with you next time you go to the doctor and if they want to prescribe one of these, ask them to use a different antibiotic first. In 99% of cases there ARE other options, so don't allow yourself to be pressured into taking this class of antibiotics.
Links discussed in the show:
Facebook support group for people suffering from Fluoroquinalone Side Effects - https://www.facebook.com/groups/floxies/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/191063714251094/
FDA - Health & Safety Warning released in July 2016 https://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/ucm500143.htm
FDA - list of generic and brand names of the fluoroquinalone group of drugs and additional side effects https://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/PostmarketDrugSafetyInformationforPatientsandProviders/ucm126085.htm
New York Times news article referenced in the show - this also has some additional links in the article. https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09/10/popular-antibiotics-may-carry-serious-side-effects/?_r=2
Have you ever wondered why just when you finally get to the end of a busy period in life or at work and you are FINALLY ready to rest on holidays - you get sick!!? This is not as uncommon as you'd think, it's actually been named 'Leisure Sickness' in the medical community and it has been linked to some identifiable causes. The good news is there are some simple steps you can take to prevent it! So listen in today if you want to keep your weekends and holidays free for actually enjoying & having fun, not getting over being sick.
In this very practical episode Angela breaks down for us exactly what goes into her nutrient-packed morning smoothie and the health benefits of each ingredient (e.g. cacao, LSA, lecithin, chia seeds and much more!). A smoothie is a great way to sneak so many vitamins, minerals, protein and EFA's into your daily diet, so listen in today if you want to boost your health and enjoy a delicious, ice cold drink at the same time!
In this episode Angela breaks down for us the role of iron in the body, who is likely to become deficient, what the tell-tale symptoms are and how we can go about supplementing our iron levels.Angela discusses the different forms of iron and how we can avoid becoming constipated by taking the right form with the right co-factors to assist absorption and function.
Listen in today if you are iron deficient or suspect you might be to learn the simple next steps to take!
In this episode Angela gives us an insight into how to build an individual herbal remedy from scratch. She discusses the purpose and benefits of using a herbal remedy, how to pick the herbs, how many herbs to put in each formula and much more!
This is an excellent episode for all the budding herbalists and Naturopath's out there, as well as for anyone who is interested in improving their health through the use of herbs.
Join us today as we discuss this current hot topic of Medicinal Marijuana. 2017 sees the laws in Australia changing to allow the use of medically prescribed Marijuana in the treatment of many common conditions.
This interview with Medical Marijuana expert Dr Patel covers the background, historical and current use of Marijuana to treat a wide range of conditions including: chronic pain, cancer, anxiety, insomnia and much more. We look at the various forms of administration and how to know you are getting the highest quality herbal preparations, how long treatment takes to work, dosages and much more!Please join us for this eye opening episode.
Show notes & Resources
In this episode Angela covers the most common causes of diarrhoea and gives you the tools to start treating and preventing diarrhoea so you can have a happy healthy functioning gut.
Show notes & Resources
In this punchy episode Angela shares with us her 3 favourite herbs for balancing female hormones. She explains how they can positively affect our levels of progesterone, estrogen and help support the integral role of the liver in hormonal balance and fertility. If you suffer from PMS, painful or irregular periods, acne, infertility, endometriosis or any other hormonally related symptom then this episode can help you.
Show notes & Resources
The 4 herbs Angela mentions in the show and their botanical names:
- Dioscorea villosa (wild yam)
- Vitex agnus-castus (Chaste tree)
- Paeonia lactiflora (peony, white peony, paeonia)
- Silybum marianum (st Mary's thistle)
Book Angela references in the show - Kerry Bone's "Herbal Compendium" A desktop guide for herbal prescribers.
This episode is dedicated to those of us with a sweet tooth! If you find you crave sugar and all things sweet then this episode will give you 4 simple keys to begin balancing your blood sugar which is the key to breaking the viscous cycle of sweet cravings.
This a practical, straight forward episode which will leave you feeling empowered to take control over your sweet tooth today!
Join us for this fun new format where Angela answers 4 of your listener questions!
You will learn when is the best time to take probiotics (before, after or in between meals). How to know if you need a multivitamin and/or fish oil supplement. Natural methods of birth control and how to judge if you're getting enough vitamin D!
If you have IBS there is a good chance you've heard of the Low FODMAP diet. But what does it really entail? Which foods are allowed and what is the ultimate purpose of doing this diet?
In this episode Angela answers all these questions and more, giving us a complete overview of the Low FODMAP diet, the goal of this treatment, as well as the next steps, such as SIBO and IgG food intolerance testing, beyond the Low FODMAP diet if you are not getting the results you are looking for.
Angela also shares with us her vision for the upcoming year and the exciting new expansion planned for the podcast to begin creating a larger platform of outstanding health resources as we develop a community of like minded people! So stay tuned for the roll out of these exciting changes!
Show notes & Resources
- Sue Shepherd's website (co-founder of the low FODMAP diet)
- Monash University - FODMAP diet list
- Low FODMAP diet app (developed my Monash University)
- SIBO Podcast Episodes #5 & #6 - Jump back to this 2 part series which gives you a full understanding of what SIBO is, how it is so closely linked to IBS and how to effectively treat it.
- More SIBO Information
- SIBO diet app (A combination of Low FODMAP and SCD diet)
In this practical episode Angela sheds light for us on the best way to treat Pyroluria, outlining the most effective nutrients to help bring balance to the body and mind, assist in anxiety reduction, lower stress & boost mood. She discussed the best forms of zinc and B6 to try and how it can be important to monitor levels and try different formulations. If you've been struggling with Pyroluria listen today to find hope and help on your journey!