FX Medicine Podcast Central

What are the consequences of not getting enough sleep? What is “normal” sleep and what constitutes disordered sleep? Is there a link between sleep adverse health outcomes such as cancer, cardiovascular disease or Alzheimer’s Disease? In the first episode of this two part series, Andrew and Dr Mark Donohoe explore these questions and more. Mark helps us separate the fact from the fiction, expertly guiding us through the intricacies of sleep and sleep disorders, discussing what sleep is, why we need it, what happens to us if we don’t get enough of it, how anxiety affects sleep, and how we can optimise our sleep environment.  Find today's show notes and podcast transcript: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/sleep-and-sleep-disorders-part-1-dr-mark-donohoe   *****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.*****

Chronic pain, allergies, inflammation and gut homeostasis: the game-changing potential of two emerging compounds .    In this episode naturopath Christine Lennon takes us through the latest research and therapeutic considerations for palmitoyl-ethanolamine PEA and its “sister compound” oleoylethanolamide (OEA).  Christine shares how PEA and OEA, though related, exert their therapeutic benefits quite differently but have the unique potential to work synergistically to produce an “entourage effect.” Christine also takes us through how practitioners might consider applying PEA and OEA for conditions beyond neuralgias and nerve pain, such as eosinophilic oesophagitis, allergies, endometriosis, multiple sclerosis and even regulating our appetite. Find today's show notes and podcast transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/new-players-pain-and-inflammation-christine-lennon *****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

Imagine if you were told that there wasn't enough space on your hand for all five fingers, so one needed to go, what would you think about that course of therapy? This is exactly what modern orthodontics proposes for issues such as 'crowding of teeth,' an issue which is ever-increasing in developed nations with "Westernised" diet. Leading Australian holistic dentist Dr Ron Ehrlich, has in his decades of clinical practice, looked deeper, searching for reasons why dental issues are on the rise, despite widespread availability of dental health services. In today's podcast, Andrew and Ron explore the controversial issues in dentistry including how to promote healthy jaw size and function, the re-mineralisation of tooth enamel, and the real health issues surrounding mercury amalgams and root canal therapy. Find today's show notes and podcast transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/dental-controversies-dr-ron-ehrlich *****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.*****

We know that modern lifestyle and dietary choices, including lack of sleep, stress and the Western diet, all contribute to chronic inflammation. It can be a real struggle to make healthy choices for ourselves. But did you know that chronic inflammation literally disconnects our rational “adult” brain from the impulsive, reactive “child” brain, perpetuating the cycle of poor decision making over our lifestyle and dietary choices? Dr David Perlmutter returns to FX Medicine to share the details of his new book, Brain Wash, diving into how inflammation influences our mood and actions, how to leverage the gut-brain connection, why having a sweet tooth isn’t so bad from an evolutionary perspective, and how all this translates into learning how to make better decisions about our health. Find today's show notes and transcript: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/brain-wash-rise-neuroinflammation%C2%A0-dr-david-perlmutter *****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.*****

Ever get the feeling that complementary medicine is a target in the media? Have you been frustrated by the ways media have extrapolated and bastardised evidence to reflect CAM in a negative light? Today we're joined by sociologist Dr Monique Lewis who takes us through her eye-opening research into how and why the media frames unflattering narratives about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Monique shares her research findings and what she uncovered as key drivers and influencers, as well as her insights into how professionals, researchers and industry could do more to press for more balanced views in media. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/cam-victim-media-bias-dr-monique-lewis *****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.*****

Are we giving enough credit to the role of nutrients in brain health and emotional wellbeing?  Dr Bill Walsh is a world leading expert in the field of nutritional neurochemistry, he joins us today ahead of his speaking engagement at the 8th BioCeuticals Research Symposium. Dr Walsh has been educating medical professionals all over the world how to implement his clinically proven and evidence-based methods for restoring imbalances in neurochemical pathways. In this episode Dr Walsh shares his expertise on the biochemistry driving violent behaviour and other mental health conditions and how he has successfully used nutrients to correct these imbalances. Find the transcript and show notes for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/balancing-brain-chemistry-dr-william-walsh *****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.*****

How do we incorporate microbiome testing into practice? Today we are joined by nutritionist Jessica Cox who shares her clinical approach to how, when and why you might incorporate microbiome testing. Digestive health is such a crucial aspect of Jess's clinical practice, that it led to her writing a book on the subject called E.A.T (Education at the Table). In this interview Jess covers important aspects of patient care including, how to determine if testing is even necessary, how she assesses overall gut and digestive health and how she coaches her clients to improve their personal eating habits. Find the show notes for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/assessing-and-supporting-microbiome-jessica-cox *****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 episode, taken from our live interactive podcast, we're joined by Dr Isaac Eliaz to explore something that has been the subject of a lot of robust discussion; the cytokine storm. Join Andrew and Dr Eliaz as they explore the mechanisms that underlie the alarm response our immune system initiates in response to infection or attack. ** Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/understanding-cytokine-storm-dr-isaac-eliaz *****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.*****

What herb has been shown to reduce sick days by up to 30% and which herb is the "Mike Tyson of immune herbs"?   Back by popular demand for part two, taken from our live interactive video podcast, Amie Skilton dives deep into the evidence-based herbal medicine options practitioners can employ to support and strengthen immunity. **This interview is also available as a video podcast on the FX Medicine Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fxmedicine.au/ ** Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/influencing-immunity-part-1-amie-skilton *****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.*****

Did you know that singing can help boost your immune system? Today we are joined by functional medicine practitioner, Dr Sally Price to share with us her personal and professional experience with singing and the associated health benefits and challenges. Sally highlights the overlooked connection between our voice and our immunity and how this is viewed from an Ayurvedic perspective. She also shares with us nutritional and lifestyle tips for what singers can do to keep their voices in optimal shape.  Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/singing-and-immunity-dr-sally-price *****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.*****