Dr. Andrew Orr, reproductive and women’s health medicine specialist, Chinese Medicine doctor and Naturopath rounds up the final part of our endometriosis series as we look at endometriosis from the perspective of the clinical specialist. With our ambassador, Emma Sutherland, Andrew describes the challenges in obtaining an endometriosis diagnosis for patients, and provides us with the clinical signs he attributes to endometriosis. Andrew describes the challenges endometriosis patients may experience in finding appropriate pain relief, and of the many causes of pelvic pain often attributed to endometriosis. We hear Andrew’s preferred holistic strategies to support an endometriosis patient, and of the importance of a collaborative care model to support the complexity and individualistic nature of endometriosis. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/endometriosis-series-specialist-emma-sutherland-and-dr-andrew-orr ***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. Nicola Gates, clinical neuropsychologist, researcher, and author, joins us in our podcast replay to discuss the important role of oestrogen throughout the lifespan, shining a spotlight on the menopausal transition. Commonly known for the vasomotor symptoms including hot flushes, insomnia, and weight gain, Nicola expands on the role of oestrogen in menopause making the connection between fluctuating oestrogen levels and cognition, memory, and mood changes. While menopause is a period of great change, Nicola and Emma address the influence of societal expectations and perspectives on the individual, adding to the mental health burden associated with the physiological changes of menopause. We hear of the different forms of oestrogen and their associated life stages and of the key role oestrogen plays in brain function. To support you clinically, Nicola provides us with some excellent clinical strategies to support the menopausal patient. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-menopause-oestrogen-and-brain-emma-sutherland-and-dr-nicola-gates ***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.***

Naturopath, Academic and Researcher, Ian Breakspear educates us on the properties and clinical benefits of Olive Leaf Extract in our latest podcast. Ian provides our ambassador, Dr. Damian Kristof with an insight into the upcoming research into the benefits of Olive Leaf Extract for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and cardiovascular health alongside its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties. Having completed research into phyotchemical composition of varying Olive Leaf Extracts in the Australian and American markets, Ian walks Damian through the varying options available and importantly, Ian describes the properties of a therapeutically superior Olive Leaf Extract and its clinical benefits. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/olive-leaf-extract-research-treatment-and-applications-dr-damian-kristof-and-ian-breakspear ***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.***

Specialist reproductive health naturopath, Rhiannon Hardingham joins our ambassador, Emma Sutherland, to discuss the beneficial role of conventional pathology testing when working with hormones - beyond fertility and reproductive health. Rhiannon walks us through the benefits of both the day two and luteal phase hormone tests and how to use these tests to support the vitality, or ‘mojo’ of your patient, alongside thyroid and DHEA tests. Rhiannon also provides clarity around the efficacy of serum testing and hormone receptor function when assessing pathology results. Rhiannon aims to dispel some of the confusion and hesitancy within the natural medicine profession around the role of hormones in health, and the use of herbs to support hormonal health as well as discussing the best hormones to support oestrogen imbalances. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-interpreting-pathology-hormones-beyond-fertility-emma-sutherland-and-rhiannon ***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. Joseph Firth joins our ambassador, Dr. Adrian Lopresti, to discuss the emerging field of lifestyle psychiatry. Adrian and Joseph discuss the importance of engaging specialists to support patients with lifestyle interventions, such as exercise physiologists and nutritionists, as a means to increase the health outcomes of the patient. Joseph shares his work on the use of digital technology to support mental health patients to comply with lifestyle psychiatric prescriptions, including the use of smart phone apps for exercise, nutrition, sleep and smoking cessation. Nutrition and nutritional supplementation for the benefit to mental health conditions is discussed as part of a conversation on the role of inflammation in mental health conditions. Joseph shares the importance of connection and community for the individual when engaging with lifestyle psychiatry interventions for lasting benefit to the patient and we finish off the podcast with a discussion into the influence both screen time and social media has on mental health. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/lifestyle-psychiatry-supporting-mental-health-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-dr-joseph-firth ***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 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 ***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. Sanjeev Sharma joins our ambassador, Dr. Adrian Lopresti, for a discussion on supporting patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the potential for stimulant and natural medicine to support these patients. Sanjeev shares with us the impact ADHD can have on the quality of life of an undiagnosed person with ADHD, in particular with academic studies and employment. With extensive experience in supporting ADHD patients, Sanjeev shares the challenges faced in obtaining a diagnosis, prescription medicines and the many opportunities a natural health practitioner has in supporting ADHD patients through integrative medicine, lifestyle, dietary and supplements while operating within their scope of practice. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/adhd-integrative-approach-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-dr-sanjeev-sharma ***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. Michelle Jongenelis joins our ambassador, Dr. Adrian Lopresti as they discuss the role of the practitioner in supporting patients through lasting behaviour change. Michelle reminds us of the complexities of lasting behaviour change and provides steps for practitioners to follow to identify the stage of change your patient is at, identify their motivations for change, implement if-then strategies and support them through potential lapses in compliance. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-facilitating-lasting-behaviour-change-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-dr-michelle-jongenelis ***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.***

Carla Wrenn, naturopath and educator, provides us with her insights into the important role the integrative practitioner may play in wholistically supporting the oncology patient in our latest podcast. Having worked with our ambassador, Dr Michelle Woolhouse in a collaborative care model to support cancer patients, Carla describes how she supports the cancer patient to obtain their best overall health, to reduce potential side effects of cancer treatment and to minimise modifiable risk factors to improve their health outcomes. Carla explains the complexity of the challenges faced by the cancer patient and how she supports them through diet, lifestyle and supplementation. Carla discusses the benefits herbs and supplements may offer for addressing inflammation, hormonal and blood glucose imbalances and stress while expressing caution on their use and discussing the hallmarks of cancer and the all important safety aspects of prescribing natural medicine for the cancer patient. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/integrative-oncology-supporting-patient-holistically-dr-michelle-woolhouse-and-carla-wrenn ***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. Wayne Todd shares his insights into supporting patients with sympathetic nervous system dominance in the ‘flight and fight’ mode in our latest podcast. Wayne describes the physiological impact of sympathetic dominance and the repercussions of this if left unchecked. Of particular clinical benefit is the checklist that Wayne shares on how to identify a patient with sympathetic dominance through both observation and the case history - looking to a range of modalities to support patients to lower their stress levels and restore health, Wayne discusses some practical steps that practitioners and patients can adopt to reduce sympathetic dominance. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-calming-overactive-nervous-system-dr-damian-kristof-and-dr-wayne-todd ***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.***