This two part series takes an in depth look at hypothyroidism, including common causes for reduced thyroid function along with natural treatments to start restoring thyroid function and hormone levels today. 

Angela discusses how fatigue, unexplained weight gain, mood fluctuations, high cholesterol, infertility and more can be associated with lowered thyroid function. She explains how to interpret thyroid test results and shares with you additional functional testing your doctor may not be telling you about.

In these compelling episodes Angela outlines for us the nutrients needed by the thyroid to create the essential thyroid hormones and manage metabolism in the body as well as a number of herbal therapies that have proved very effective. She explains the role of autoimmunity in thyroid conditions, how to identify this from sub-clinical hypothyroidism and additional testing required when auto-immunity is suspected so you can treat the underlying cause.

This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to find the keys to why they may have lowered metabolism, unexplained weight gain, fatigue, mood swings and low thyroid function, providing empowering tools for your journey to recovery.

Show Notes & Resources:

• - “Iodine – Why you need it, why you can’t live without it” – Dr D. Brownstein 

Listen to Part 2 next week for 3 not to be missed Take Away Keys!

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Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

In this super practical episode, Angela will walk you through the simple step by step process of making your own home made probiotic drink - Kombucha. Kombucha is a fermented tea that has many health benefits including restoring gut flora, boosting immune function, detoxing and cleansing, supporting clear skin, hormone balance and much more!

Angela outlines for us the benefit of fermented foods, how you can incorporate them into your daily diet and what conditions they can be used to help heal. This is just the intro course, Angela will be covering more fermented foods you can make at home and their benefits in future shows, so stay tuned and make sure you are subscribed so you don’t miss a thing! Thanks for listening and get ready to start making your own Kombucha TODAY!

Show Notes & Resources:

Click Here for the Full Recipe and brewing guide to making your own Kombucha

Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode the best compliment you can give is a referral, so please share this with your friends and remember to subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher and write us a review!

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In this episode Angela unpacks and simplifies for us the complex world of hormones and how they affect us, how they can become imbalanced and the wide range of symptoms, conditions caused by simple hormonal imbalances. She explains that we not only require correct amounts of circulating hormones but for the body to be able to properly metabolize these hormones down the correct and protective pathways, to prevent serious conditions. She also explores Estrogen Dominance and Unopposed Estrogen, PCOS, Endometriosis, PMS, Infertility, Menopause, Low Testosterone, Low Progesterone, Insulin Resistance and more. Angela will give you the tips and tools to start regaining hormonal balance and lifestyle suggestions to help you sustain this throughout all the seasons of your life.

Show Notes & Resources:

• Chemical Maze - for decoding your ingredients to look for BPA, PCB's and phthalates. 
• "Going Paleo" - Great resource & cookbook by Chef Pete Evans guiding you into a Paleo lifestyle with a 5 week meal plan, shopping lists and yummy recipes 

3 take away keys:

1. Remove xeno-estrogens from your diet and environment – plastics containers, water bottles, plastic plates, shampoos, skin products, toys, baby bottles, canned food. Limit or consider removing soy (a phytoestrogen)

2. Increase cruciferous vegetables in your diet, lower trans-fatty acids/packed and processed/sugary foods, buy organic food especially meat, increase protein, healthy fats and complex carbs – consider a Paleo diet.

3. If your still experiencing symptoms consider getting tested via salivary hormone profile, urinary metabolites or blood tests and work with a practitioner to find the right treatment plan to rebalance your hormone levels and assist proper metabolism of these hormones.

Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode the best compliment you can give is a referral, so please share this with your friends and remember to subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher and write us a review!

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions at busbynaturopathics.com/podcast -  email us at podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au or give us a call 0416-775-530 (for int. 0011 61 416-775-530)

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela click here

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Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

If you've experienced tummy upsets, pain, bloating, wind, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea and have tried everything to fix it with no success? Than this episode is for you! In this episode Angela reveals the common causative factor in over 86% of IBS cases.. SIBO - also know as Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, where the small intestine becomes overrun with bacteria (good and bad) which can cause all the classic IBS digestive symptoms as well as systemic conditions such as fibromyalgia, fatigue, brain fog and much more. 

Angela explains how SIBO occurs, key signs to know if you have SIBO, how to test for it and how to treat it naturally so that you can resolve all these symptoms and truely return to the complete health you were designed for.

Show notes and resources

• In depth look at SIBO (Causes, Treatments, Diet Download + more)
•  www.sibotest.com - Angela’s preferred lab for SIBO testing in Australia
•  www.siboinfo.com - Lots of great SIBO information here on Dr. Allison Siebecker's website
• www.anewibssolution.com - Dr. Mark Pimentel's (Director of the Gastrointestinal Motility Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) website and information on his book "A New IBS Solution"

3 Take Away Keys

1. If you suffer from IBS, have recently or previously had a gut infection or had chronic antibiotic use it is best to get tested for SIBO
2. If SIBO is positive - need to restrict fermentable foods (Prebiotics): starches, fibers, grains, sugars, fruit and dairy for a period of time (in consult with your praccy)
3. Look into natural treatment: Herbal Antimicrobials, Biofilm Disruptors, Prokinetics, Probiotics, Nutrient Replenishing

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela CLICK HERE

As always, to get a brand new episode of this podcast delivered straight to your desktop computer or mobile device each week, click the Subscribe button below. 

Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

If you've experienced tummy upsets, pain, bloating, wind, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea and have tried everything to fix it with no success? Than this episode is for you! In this episode Angela reveals the common causative factor in over 86% of IBS cases.. SIBO - also know as Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, where the small intestine becomes overrun with bacteria (good and bad) which can cause all the classic IBS digestive symptoms as well as systemic conditions such as fibromyalgia, fatigue, brain fog and much more. 

Angela explains how SIBO occurs, key signs to know if you have SIBO, how to test for it and how to treat it naturally so that you can resolve all these symptoms and truely return to the complete health you were designed for.

Show notes and resources

• www.siboinfo.com - Lots of great SIBO information here on Dr. Allison Siebecker's website

• www.anewibssolution.com - Dr. Mark Pimentel's (Director of the Gastrointestinal Motility Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) website and information on his book "A New IBS Solution"

Listen to Part 2 next week for 3 not to be missed Take Away Keys!

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela CLICK HERE

As always, to get a brand new episode of this podcast delivered straight to your desktop computer or mobile device each week, click the Subscribe button below. 

Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

Why do we crave certain foods? Why do some people try everything but still can't lose weight? Are there any biochemical or neurological reactions involved that could be keeping us stuck in bad habits and stop us from making healthy choices? Angela uncovers all this and more in this episode. She explains some of the nutritional deficiencies that can create common food cravings like chocolate, sugar and salty foods. She sheds light on the role of adrenals and thyroid in diet and weight loss as well as the impact of neurotransmitters on carbohydrate cravings and impulsive tendencies. This show will empower you to take back control over your choices and your health.

Show notes and resources

• Headspace - a great mindfulness app to help you gain some more clarity and peace in your thought life, lower your adrenaline and cortisol levels, this is great to do before eating to help improve your digestion.
• CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - this can be helpful for people dealing with

3 Take Away Keys

1. Focus on balance. Don't beat yourself up - your amazing! Just aim for the 80/20 rule - 80% healthy, real food and enjoy your 20% guilt free. Don't go all or nothing as this never works long term.

2. Find out the cause of your food cravings - is it a nutritional deficiency? Is it a neurotransmitter imbalance or a under active thyroid or adrenals? Address these and you will start to notice you are more empowered to make healthy choices!

3. Take small steps. One at a time. Going cold turkey often does more harm than good. It's the small changes made over time that produce long lasting results. How do you begin a journey of 1000 miles? By taking the first step.

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela CLICK HERE

As always, to get a brand new episode of this podcast delivered straight to your desktop computer or mobile device each week, click the Subscribe button below. 

Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

This is a jam packed show touching on the hot topic of Paleo or Paleolithic Diet, shedding light on the background and benefits of eating a diet low in grains and processed carbs, the damaging effects of over consumption of grains, why some people can’t seem to stop eating, the link between grains, insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome/diabetes and the dangers of GMO foods. Angela puts all this into context to help establish the basis of a balanced diet that is achievable and helps you feel great and get optimal results from your body.

Show notes and resources

• Hand Portion Size

•  The Chemical Maze Book / App

3 Take Away Keys

1.  Reduce Grain Intake (increase vegetable and lean meat/protein consumption)
2. Buy certified organic food 
3. Hand Portion Size - Use this to help you eat the right type of foods at each meal and the right portion sizes

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela click here

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Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

In this show Angela will uncover some of the most common, yet often hidden, causes of fatigue. Whether you struggle with mild fatigue, or you have been plagued with severe, debilitating fatigue for years this show is for you! Angela shares tips on how to start improving your energy levels today, utilising the powerful and effective natural therapies that can address the root cause of your fatigue, not just mask the symptom.

Some conditions Angela covers include Adrenal Fatigue, Hypothyroidism, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Neurotransmitter Imbalances, Chronic Illnesses, Sleep Hygiene and more.

Show notes and resources

• Click here to get your copy of Angela’s Sleep Hygiene Handout

• F.Lux / A fantastic program that dims your computer screen according to the time of day, allowing your body to naturally produce melatonin. We highly recommend this, especially if you tend to use the computer just before bed.

3 Take Away Keys

1. Identify the underlying cause of your fatigue through functional testing and correct diagnosis
2. Check your sleep hygiene (see handout)
3. Treat the underlying condition once you’ve identified it

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela click here

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Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

In this show we explore some of the most prevalent digestive conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Food Sensitivities, Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis (IBD), Coeliacs and more, identifying underlying causes which may be responsible for the onset of the condition along with natural ways you can begin to truly heal your gut from the inside out. 

Show notes and resources

• Headspace - Mindfulness App - 10 mins a day for 10 days that can change your life. This app is free and  Angela recommends this to her clients as a great way to slow your mind, reduce stress and practice mindfulness.
• Chemical Free Cleaner Recipe: 1tsp Bicarb, 10-20 drops Eucalyptus oil, splash of white vinegar + water in a 500ml - 1l container. 

3 Take Away Keys

1. Work with a trustworthy Practitioner / Naturopath
2. Repopulating the gut with good bacteria, especially after antibiotic use to re-establish a balance. 
3. Use gut healing nutrients: Vitamin A, Slippery Elm, Glutamine, Marshmallow Root, Licorice Root (if you don’t have high blood pressure), Chamomile.

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment with Angela click here

As always, to get a brand new episode of this podcast delivered straight to your desktop computer or mobile device each week: Click Here To Subscribe in iTunes / Click Here To Subscribe on Android

Please note: The information given in this podcast is for informational purposes only it is not intended as personal medical advise or treatment. We recommend that you seek advise from a licensed health care professional for your own personal circumstances before applying any new treatments discussed in this podcast.

WELCOME! 

We are proud to launch Health Living With Angela Busby - The Podcast! Your #1 podcast for health tips, tools and resources to help you and your family live the vibrant life you were created for! The Healthy Living podcast will cover a range of topics from digestive disorders to food sensitivities/allergies, nutrients/supplements and their effect on the body, herbs and their uses, sleep and improving energy, hormonal imbalances + much more!

Host Angela Busby will discuss and dissect hot topics such as Paleo, vaccinations, GMO, gluten free, and bring you interviews with top health professionals. Our goal is to curate, research and deliver the most cutting edge health information every week, giving you the tools you need to start living your best life, today! Thanks for listening.

We will be posting show notes, links and resources under each episode so make sure to check back after every show. 

This show is about you, the listener, so get involved and send us your feedback, questions and topic suggestions in the comments section below or by emailing podcast@busbynaturopathics.com.au. 

If you would like to book a Skype or in-clinic appointment CLICK HERE