In this episode, Richard Gain shares his journey from physiotherapy to functional medicine and biohacking, emphasizing the importance of mindset, nutrition, and movement in achieving optimal health. He discusses the significance of understanding biomarkers, affordable biohacking strategies, and the role of ancestral nutrition in modern diets. Richard also highlights the importance of raising healthy children and the impact of regenerative agriculture on food supply. The conversation concludes with practical daily health optimization practices that anyone can implement

Shownotes can be found

https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/richard-game/

Therese, a pharmacist and health coach, discusses the myths surrounding HRT and menopause, addressing symptoms, risks, and benefits. She provides practical strategies for managing inflammation and offers personalized support for women navigating menopause.

Takeaways

• HRT myths and truths
• Practical strategies for managing inflammation

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding Menopause and Symptoms
• 08:18 Clarifying HRT Risks and Benefits
• 15:06 Challenges and Realities of HRT
• 32:28 Practical Support for Women

For show notes, go to www.theenlightenedpharmacist.com/menopause1

Welcome to the Enlightened Pharmacist podcast, where we bring you the wisdom of health experts who have transformed their own health or their clients. Here's where we turn complex science into actionable nuggets of inspiration. Today, we have the privilege to dive into the world of nutrition and health to uncover solutions for nutrient deficiencies and common gastrointestinal issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating and non-specific symptoms like body aches, headaches, brittle nails, chronic pain and hair loss.

If you're tired of struggling with digestive discomfort and want some strategies to improve digestive wellness and overall well-being, you're in the right place.

Today, we're joined by Jessica Turton, an experienced dietitian who specializes in personalised nutrition. She is the Director of Ellipse Health & holds a PhD in nutrition for her work on low-carb diets for diabetes management.

As a pharmacist and health coach, I see many patients suffering from gastrointestinal issues from constipation diarrhoea, inflammatory bowel disease, nutrient deficiencies and would like to showcase her work in this field.

Join us as Jessica unveils the secrets to tailoring nutrient advice to individual needs and empowering clients to optimize their health from the inside out.

In this episode,

1 Gain insights into essential nutrients (protein, iron, B12, zinc, omega 3) and their crucial roles in supporting gut health and well-being.

2 Understand the relationship between inflammation and gut health, and tips and strategies to manage inflammation effectively.

3 Find out how to identify signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and assess your nutritional status through listening to your body and blood tests or biomarkers.

4 Discover the importance of striking the right balance with fiber intake for optimal gut health and digestive function.

5 Learn why there's no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and the importance of seeking support from experienced practitioners to address health gaps and empower proactive health choices

For show notes, go to https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/jessica-turton/

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Get ready to dive into the world of health, happiness, as we welcome a true trailblazer in the field, Dr. Carolyn Ee, to our podcast today! Hailing from Sydney, she's not just your ordinary GP and acupuncturist/Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. Nope, she's a woman on a mission to uncover the secrets to health and happiness, backed by solid evidence.

Dr. Carolyn brings a vibrant twist to the world of medicine. Imagine being the first practicing medical doctor in Australia to also rock the title of a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. That's right, she's not afraid to mix a little bit of yin and yang with her stethoscope. Awards and scholarships? She's got those in abundance, including a prestigious Postgraduate scholarship from the National Health and Medical Research Council

In this episode, you will:

· Unveil the wisdom of over 20 years in medicine with Dr. Carolyn Ee as she shares her transformative journey.

· Delve into the power of self-compassion, mindfulness, and the art of savoring life's simplest joys.

· Explore the essence of health and the importance of focusing on what truly matters in your well-being journey.

· Embrace vulnerability and community with Dr. Ee's personal trials and triumphs, unlocking the strength of genuine connections.

· Learn about acupuncture's evidence-based benefits and its role in holistic health.

· Be inspired to ignite sparks of joy in your life through simple practices and mindful choices.

You can find the summary notes here

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Welcome to the show! Are you struggling with chronic pain, headaches, or other neurological symptoms? It may be time to take a closer look at what you're eating. Recent research has shown that our diet can have a significant impact on the chemical messengers and neurotransmitters in our brain, which can lead to a variety of disorders and conditions

Brain health is so important and there's emerging information that what you eat can affect chemical messengers or neurotransmitters in the brain. If you're a regular listener, today's podcast is a follow-on from Prof Grant Schofield's introduction to neurotransmitters that impact mental health. He recommended that I interview Dr. Kathleen Holton, a nutritional neuroscientist from Washington, USA. Dr. Holton's research focuses on the effects of dietary excitotoxins and certain micronutrients on the brain. In this episode, you'll learn about the association between food additives and chronic disease, signs that you may be sensitive to glutamate, and common foods that are high in glutamate.

Dr. Kathleen Holton's research examines the negative effects of dietary excitotoxins on neurological symptoms, as well as the positive protective effects of certain micronutrients on the brain. The most common dietary excitotoxin exposures in the US are from food additives used as flavor enhancers and artificial sweeteners.

Her research covers effects on all age groups, from brain development in neonates, to children with neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD, to adults and elderly with neurological symptoms.

More importantly, what does a nutritional neuroscientist eat on a day-to-day basis? Dr. Holton shares what a day on her plate looks like and how kids can play their part in nourishing their bodies.

Remember, what we eat is crucial to our overall health, and Dr. Holton will show you how to optimize your diet for optimal brain health. Stay tuned!

In this episode, you will discover:

• · The association between food additive (glutamate) and chronic disease, the goldilocks effect, effect of dysregulation on the nervous system and chronic disease
• · Signs and symptoms that you may be sensitive to glutamate (headaches, chronic pain, fatigue with no reason/brain is awake/need to lay down/brain over-excited/can't sit up/mood dysregulation/trouble concentration/memory, cognitive dysfunction)
• · Common foods that are high in glutamate (soy sauce, fish sauce, coconut aminos, tomatoes, mushroom, aged cheeses, long-marination >1 hour)
• · Top 3 micronutrients that are protective to brain health (Magnesium sleep/anxiety, Vitamin C)
• · Best sources of magnesium (nuts, pumpkin seeds, beans, buckwheat, salmon), vitamin C (5 servings of colourful fruits and vegetables),antioxidants (chocolate, coffee, tea, herbs and spices), fat-soluble vitamin E (nuts, seeds, avocados), omega 3 fatty acids/iron including animal protein (fish, quality grass-fed beef, lamb)
• · 3 rules when reading food labels (look for ingredients list that are short, easy to read, things you can add to your food when you're cooking)
• · A day on a plate of a nutritional neuroscientist (colourful fruit, herbs, vegetable, protein) and how kids can play their part

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For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/kathleenholton/

Links:
Dr Kathleen's bio

Prof Grant Schofield: The Impact of Glutamate Excitotoxicity on Mental Health

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Today we are on a journey to answer some questions on weight loss: How many of you have been on numerous diets and a couple of months later, end up in square one? Weight loss can be challenging; some people end up on a slippery slope of hope, despair and frustration.The hope, the despair and the frustration is real.

What wouldn't you give to reverse the standard patterns-one that most people accept-of steady decline?

Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is about more than diet. Transform your metabolic health with education and support of a health professional. With the right knowledge, maintaining your ideal body weight can be easy, effortless and fun.

As they say, there are many ways to skin a cat, everyone is different so different interventions work for different individuals and we will be looking at the lower carb way with Dr Nelum Dharmapriya.

Nelum is a GP based in Brisbane who started a metabolic health program to help her patients lose weight and regain health and vitality. She is a lovely export from the UK and through her own health journey, takes an interesting approach to weight loss.

Nelum is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of her patients through nutrition and lifestyle. Her own health journey has inspired her to learn all she can on this subject. This has lead to a deep understanding of the key role that the hormone insulin plays in weight regulation, metabolic health and in the pathogenesis of nearly all chronic disease. She is a strong advocate of an effortless way to sustain a healthy lifestyle by reversing insulin resistance.

Join us to find out the truth behind the food you eat, the body you live in, and the mindset that shapes your life.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Dr Nelum's health journey and how she transformed her own metabolic health
• The role of metabolic health to improve healthspan (quality of life) vs lifespan (longevity)
• The benefits of prioritising protein on your weight loss journey.
• How to overcome the pitfalls and barriers to sustainable diet, lifestyle and nutrition changes by addressing limiting beliefs

Resources:
Diet Doctor How to prioritise protein

Wholefoodrevolution Facebook Page

Low Carb Made Easy Workshop for GPs Sunday 12 March 2023 (e-mail hello@wfrevolution.com.au) Early bird $396 closes soon (1 February 2023)

Find out about Therese's Health Coaching Service here

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Welcome to The Enlightened Pharmacist podcast. If you've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, have risk factor for diabetes, today's episode will help you dig deep into the root cause of this condition and what you can do to control your diabetes.

Our guest today is Dr Sandeep Gupta, Integrative Physician based in Queensland and Educator of health practitioners

After transforming his own health, Dr Sandeep Gupta, reverse engineered his symptoms, studied with the best in integrative medicine and today shares his philosophy on the root cause of chronic disease and is helping his clients do the same.

He is an Australian-trained doctor with a special interest in integrative medicine, chronic illness, depression and anxiety treatment, adrenal gland and thyroid dysfunction and treatment of parasite and other gastrointestinal infections.

Dr. Gupta established the Lotus Institute of Holistic Health in 2017, to provide training in integrative medicine for those who seek it.

In his spare time he plays guitar and keyboard, and enjoys tennis, golf, practicing meditation and enjoying new music and philosophical concepts.

In this episode, you will discover:

• How Dr Sandeep Gupta reverse engineered his symptoms by improving gut health and how his holistic wellness practice is transforming client's health
• Why Disconnection (to self or others) may result in habits and symptoms leading to chronic disease
• Never-ending vicious cycle between increased sugar intake, insulin production and insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome that can lead to inflammation and disease (type 2 diabetes, autoimmune conditions)
• Tell-tale signs and symptoms (weight gain, high cholesterol, hypertension) of metabolic syndrome
• Useful tests to assess metabolic syndrome
• Reversal of Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome through Reconnection, Detoxification, Nutrition and more

For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/reverse-diabetes/

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Have you ever considered the profound connection between your diet and your brain health? It's a captivating intersection, and today on The Enlightened Pharmacist, we're diving into this fascinating realm with a metabolic neurologist who's making waves in the field. Our goal is to explore how dietary choices can become a potent tool in overcoming neurodegenerative disorders.

I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Matthew Phillips, a visionary in the world of neurology. Dr. Phillips has dedicated his career to understanding the intricate links between metabolism and neurological health. As a pharmacist and Health Coach, I'm excited to connect the dots between scientific knowledge and actionable solutions. We'll delve into practical steps you can take to nurture your brain, from what you eat to how you live.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Matthew Phillips, a renowned metabolic neurologist, sheds light on the exciting research and transformative power of ketogenic diets in enhancing the quality of life for individuals grappling with neurodegenerative disorders. He reveals the intricate mechanisms behind how this dietary approach optimizes mitochondrial health, leading to remarkable recoveries. Dr. Phillips emphasizes the significance of monitoring specific biomarkers for improved metabolic health and explores the pivotal role of shifting mindsets in fostering profound changes in our well-being. Get ready for a deep dive into the world of metabolic neurology and the transformative potential it holds.

For more info, go to https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/matthewphillips/

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