FX Medicine Podcast Central

Dr. Cliff Harvey, Registered Clinical Nutritionist, describes the risk factors of long COVID, busting the myth that long COVID is reserved for those with pre-existing health conditions and extending it to healthy and athletic people. Together with our ambassador, Dr. Adrian Lopresti, Cliff highlights the role of nutritional status in post-COVID syndrome and shares treatment options to support those with nutritional deficiencies, while discussing the importance of a thorough dietary analysis. Rounding the conversation off with a discussion on lifestyle factors relevant to the management of long COVID, this podcast is a must-listen for all natural medicine practitioners. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-post-covid-syndrome-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-dr-cliff-harvey Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

At 37 percent, the rate of Australian caesarean section procedures is already one of the highest globally, and is projected to hit 45 percent by the year 2030. Join fx medicine Ambassador Emma Sutherland and guests Dr. Kate Levitt and Kerry Sutcliffe for an evidence-based discussion on the current birthing landscape in Australia. Kerry first takes us into the fascinating history of childbirth to help us understand the drastic changes from women-led, community-based birthing to the modern medicalised and seemingly disempowered process of birthing. She discusses the main drivers leading to C-section, recognising the prevalence of trauma around birth and how clinicians can provide knowledge and tools for an overall positive birthing experience. Dr. Levett layers in results from her current research which provides insight into the importance of working with a woman’s support structures (birth partner, family, allied healthcare practitioners) and following their preferences that can ultimately lead to profound birth and health benefits. She provides important information on how birthing guidelines are developed and how giving frank, open and honest information driven by the woman’s birth experience requirements helps to support a more effective (in both cost and personal experience) labour. Find today's transcript and show notes here: fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/childbirth-education-knowledge-power-emma-sutherland-kerry-sutcliffe-and-dr-kate-levett Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

In this week's podcast replay, Dr. Emeran Mayer, gastroenterologist and brain-gut expert and our ambassador Dr. Adrian Lopresti discuss the various factors from childhood development, every day life and our environment can all impact our gut microbial balance. Dr. Mayer brings insights into the impacts of maternal stress, diet, environment, and birth experience on a child’s overall gut health. He also shares how the Earth’s microbial balance influences soil quality which then has a follow on effect of the amount of polyphenols in our fresh fruits and vegetables. They also discuss how that polyphenol content in food not only provides various health benefits but can also modulate the microbial abundance in our guts. Finally, the episode wraps up with an interesting discussion on time restricted eating (TRE) and how it can provide vast health benefits, not only on a macro level but also on gut function and at the microbiome level as well. This podcast is supported by excellent resources such as books, infographics, and articles which should not be missed! Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-microbiome-understanding-impacts-soil-quality-polyphenols-and-fasting-dr-adrian Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

Ovulatory disturbances pose significant challenges to women's reproductive health, making it crucial that practitioners have a comprehensive understanding of this complex topic. In this episode, Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism Dr. Jerilynn Prior and our Ambassador Emma Sutherland provide clinicians with essential insights into the causes, diagnostic indicators, hormonal balance, and potential interventions associated with ovulatory disturbances. Together they discuss why ovulatory disturbances are not diseases but adaptive responses to a variety of factors –both biological and environmental, including work-related stress, lack of close relationships, time-related pressures, and feeling undervalued. Dr. Prior shares some clinical pearls to assess ovulation and relative hormone levels through cervical mucus observations and breast tenderness as well as compelling research surrounding the impacts of COVID and the importance of resilience. Recognising ovulatory disturbances as adaptive responses and educating patients about their reversibility are key steps towards effective management strategies. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/ovulation-disturbances-emma-sutherland-and-dr-jerilynn-prior Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

In this week's podcast replay, Professor Craig Hassed and our ambassador, Dr. Michelle Woolhouse discuss the science of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI). Craig describes the research into PNI and how the mind connects with the nervous and immune systems in a bidirectional manner. We learn how stress, depression, and trauma impact the body at a DNA level and how this influences ageing and health outcomes. Craig shares some fascinating research on the way trauma is carried through generations. Craig emphasises the importance of positivity when working with patients, focusing on the capacity of the patient to positively influence their immunity through their emotional and mental health. Of particular interest is the role that mindfulness meditation can play in PNI, including the influence meditation has on neurogenesis. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-emerging-importance-psychoneuroimmunology-dr-michelle-woolhouse-and-professor-craig-0 Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

Join Dr. Kristina Harris Jackson, omega-3 specialist, and FX Medicine Ambassador Emma Sutherland as they deep dive into fish oils. As clinicians we understand the value of omega 3s but having a full understanding of their origins, quality, specific functions, optimal dosing and safety during various life stages can be confusing. This podcast covers all of those aspects – backed up by some impressive research. Dr. Harris Jackson and Emma discuss the GOED’s stance of fish and fish oil accessibility, quality and safety for global health, the differences between ALA, EPA and DHA, the importance of red blood cell omega-3 levels and testing, and finally Dr. Harris Jackson’s specialty: omegas for preconception, pregnancy and post-natal health to help expand current understanding of the essential omega-3s. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/fish-oils-omega-3s-sustainability-safety-and-testing-emma-sutherland-and-dr-kristina-harris Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

With one in six couples experiencing difficult conceiving, and one-third of all infertility cases being related to male reproductive issues, it is crucial for us as practitioners to be optimising sperm health in our male patients. In this week's podcast replay, Nutritionist and fertility specialist Belinda Kirkpatrick joins our Ambassador Emma Sutherland to discuss male infertility, focusing in particular on sperm health. Belinda describes the benefits of sperm testing and when it should be done, as well as lifestyle factors and nutrients that can improve DNA fragmentation in sperm. She also discusses the importance of motivating male patients, as well as how to foster relationships with doctors and specialists for the best outcome for our patients. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-male-infertility-and-modern-day-challenges-sperm-health-emma-sutherland-and-belinda Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

Professor Marc Cohen, medical doctor, professor and biohacking expert and FX Medicine Ambassador Michelle Woolhouse explore the benefits of water as a therapeutic tool. Our body’s cellular composition is two-thirds water which makes us highly responsive to water in its various temperatures, composition and states. Together they explore the benefits of Balneotherapy, the impacts of chlorinated water on the skin microbiome, and methods to expose yourself to heat and cold to induce hormesis, activate the immune system, and even burn fat. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/biohacking-water-and-whirl-wellness-dr-michelle-woolhouse-and-professor-marc-cohen Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

In this week's podcast replay, Dr. Sinan Ali, academic and researcher in stress physiology and hormone analysis, joins our ambassador Dr. Adrian Lopresti to discuss the use of hormone and biomarker analysis for the management of mental health conditions. Together they discuss the benefits (and the down-side) of using blood, urine, salivary and hair testing techniques and their application to provide further insight into a patient’s clinical presentation and to support clinical management. Dr. Sinan discusses current research supporting the use of cortisol, BDNF, oxytocin, corticotropin-releasing hormone and many other hormones for hormonal and mental health conditions and others that present exciting opportunities for future research in this area of functional pathology including malonyl dialdehyde, interleukin-6 and CRP. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-biomarker-testing-mental-health-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-dr-sinan-ali Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

Dr. Tim Crowe, research scientist BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD, joins our Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir, naturopath and nutritionist, to dig deep into the various types of inflammation, what they look like, how to identify degrees of inflammation and, most importantly what we can do about it. Join Tim and Lisa as they identify the differences between acute and chronic and unpack the important concept of resolution of inflammation. There’s interesting discussion around the interconnected systems of the HPA axis, the gut mind connection, and various lifestyle factors that trigger and feed low grade inflammation, and the various everyday factors that can contribute to chronic inflammation leading to disease. Finally, they discuss the Holy Trinity of managing chronic inflammation – diet, exercise and lifestyle including therapeutic practices like forest bathing, colourful food choices (especially those high in anthocyanins), including healthy fats, manageable exercise routines and booking in for that sauna. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/all-things-inflammation-lisa-costa-bir-and-dr-tim-crowe Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***