FX Medicine Podcast Central

Is the Medical Board of Australia attempting to suppress the use of complementary medicines by lumping them into the same category as "unconventional medicine and emerging treatments"? Today we are joined by Prof Stephen Myers, a respected academic in complementary and integrative medicine, who shares his educated opinion on this recent move by the Medical Board of Australia. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/complementary-medicine-under-siege-prof-stephen-myers *****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 role do healing cycles, the cell-danger response and the mitochondria play in restoring balance to children's overloaded neurological systems? Ahead of the 2019 Mindd Forum Conference we chat to integrative paediatric clinician, Dr Elizabeth Mumper about the core pillars she employs in her own practice when working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders. She also shares what she is most excited about teaching at the forthcoming Mindd Forum and what she's looking forward to learning about from her other professional peers at the conference. Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/neurodevelopmental-support-children-dr-elizabeth-mumper *****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.*****

Have you heard of microchimerism? Today we are joined by Leah Hechtman to give us an insight into the topics she is lecturing on at the forthcoming Mindd Forum Conference 2019 in Sydney on the 23rd - 24th March. Leah talks us through the various forms of microchimerism and why it really highlights the significance that pre and post conception care play in the health of future generations. Leah shares the immunological consequences that are just starting to be understood in microchimerism and the possible connection to autoimmunity as well as the role of mitochondrial health in reproductive competence. As always Leah brings the wow-factor to her discussion with Andrew, you'll be able to hear his jaw hitting the floor. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/microchimerism-and-mitochondrial-health-reproductive-competence-leah-hechtman *****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.*****

The terminology "adrenal fatigue" may be the incorrect vernacular to describe what is actually happening at a physiological level. It's far more complex than "worn out adrenals." So what's going on - is cortisol low, or high? It seems that this old Naturopathic axiom may have been born from a misinterpretation of Hans Selye's work and that it needs adjustment, to bring it back into alignment with current science. This episode is part one in a two-part discussion with Beth Bundy on why the term "adrenal fatigue" is incorrect, what is actually happening with our hormones and neurotransmitters and what nutrients and lifestyle interventions to choose for these patients. Find today's episode and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/adrenal-fatigue-myth-beth-bundy *****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.*****

Mood disorders are rising exponentially in the younger population, affecting around 20% of young Australians. We are well-aware of the effects of computer gaming, social media and the "online life" of teenagers, and how these influence mood, but what about dietary effects on depression, anxiety, anger and aggression? Compounding this is the fact that teenagers are notorious for poor sleep hygiene and compliance with medications and medical advice. In today's podcast, Dr Adrian Lopresti takes us through his research into the positive effects of herbal medicines, and details his future research plans using well-accepted diet and lifestyle interventions to target teenage mood disorders in an integrative and wholistic way. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/tackling-teenage-mental-health-dr-adrian-lopresti *****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.*****

One in seven males can expect to suffer with a problem with their prostate by age 40, the most common being benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. However prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the fourth leading cause of mortality for males in Australia today. Despite these health issues being exceedingly common they remain chronically under-recognised and in some cases, poorly managed. Today we are joined by Dr Mark Donohoe who expertly takes us through the quandry that is the prostate. Dr Donohoe discusses why, in a quest to deliver better screening and diagnosis it may have actually resulted in unnecessary over-treatment and invasive medical intervention. He also shares the simple, modifiable risk factors that everybody can benefit from. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/reshaping-perspectives-benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-and-prostate-cancer-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.*****

Are you having a discussion about phthalate exposure to your male and female fertility clients? Male fertility is a growing issue, from penile and genitourinary deformities to low sperm counts, the evidence is becoming clear; this is an issue that needs more attention. Today we're joined by Anna Sangster who specialises in not only helping potential fathers to optimise the health of their sperm, but she's also passionate about helping parents to make educated health decisions that will impact their children, and their future generations. Anna takes us on a concerning journey of our toxic world and how pollutants such as phthalates can affect the development of foetal male sex organs, even in-utero. Anna's message is clear; we need to be having these conversations with our clients, no matter their age and no matter their current health journey, regardless of if they want to be parents now or in the future. Find the episode transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/phthalates-male-fertility-and-genitourinary-deformity-risks-anna-sangster *****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.*****

The diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a crushing one, with the medical treatment still being one of support instead of improvement in prognosis and only a few potential treatments on the horizon. Yet there may be some hope in easing symptoms and improving quality of life (QoL) for those afflicted with this devastating disease. In today's podcast, Vanita Dahia, pharmacist and expert in amino acid nutrition, takes us through the antioxidants, nutritional, herbal and amino acid options which can have a positive effect on the lives of those affected by MND. Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/motor-neurone-disease-vanita-dahia *****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.*****

Is there a place for naturopathic medicine in palliative care? What is the active role a naturopath can play within a patient's healthcare team when a person's illness progresses to a palliative care phase? Sarah Franklin is a Registered Nurse, Naturopath and Acupuncturist with a vast breadth of expertise in oncology care and today we'll discuss the more personal, sometimes confronting aspects of naturopathic care when our patient's prognosis changes to palliation. Sarah shares her expertise on how to best manage symptoms and offer ethical, safe and compassionate care to enrich and honour a person's final days. Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/naturopathic-approaches-palliative-care-sarah-franklin *****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.*****

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is so much more than just a curious double-jointed ability…so much more! Imagine your limbs giving way as you run, jump, and play. Imagine your developing teeth dislodging from their sockets. Imagine the connective tissue structure of your bladder, your skin, even the integrity of your cardiovascular and digestive system constantly being compromised. This is what Cindy Kennedy will take us through today, as she discusses both her professional and personal journey as a naturopath and mother of a child with EDS. Cindy shares the various diet, lifestyle, nutritional and herbal therapies which she has found clinically successful in improving the quality of life for those facing this confronting connective tissue disorder. Find today's episode and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/ehlers-danlos-syndrome-cindy-kennedy **Please note, there is no transcript available for this episode. *****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.*****