FX Medicine Podcast Central

Learn about the diverse aspects of melatonin beyond sleep - from gut health to mitochondria. Discover the six pivotal roles melatonin plays, natural methods to boost production, and dosage recommendations. Explore its impact on circadian rhythms, chronic diseases, and anti-aging benefits.

In Part 2 of our Four Perspectives series on chronic pain and Inflammation, Professor Lesley Braun and the fx Medicine Ambassadors cover the economic burden that ongoing pain has on Australians and our economy. There are extensive treatment options available to holistic practitioners for resolving complex pain and inflammation. Tune in as our experts detail therapeutic use of vitamin-C, curcumin, saffron, quercetin, PEA, specialised pro resolving mediators and fish oils, while exploring their mechanisms of action and therapeutic dosing. The discussion includes monitoring for safety, dietary and lifestyle factors and the collaborative approach to patient management.  Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-four-perspectives-chronic-pain-and-inflammation-part-2 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. Adrian Lopresti and Dr. Paul Clayton discuss the role of PEA in various conditions, chronic inflammation, neuroinflammatory diseases, and the effective management of acute and chronic conditions. They explore PEA's therapeutic potential, optimal dosages, safety, and comparisons with CBD. The podcast also covers nutrient incorporation from food sources vs. supplements, polyphenols, pre-biotic fibers for inflammation and pain management, and enthusiasm for pharmaconutrition research.

Professor Lesley Braun is joined by our four Ambassadors to gain their four modality-specific perspectives on chronic pain and inflammation.  Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/replay-four-perspectives-chronic-pain-and-inflammation-part-1 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.***

Lisa Costa Bir, a naturopath and fx Medicine ambassador, joins health expert Alison Mitchell to discuss the intricacies of iron deficiency. They differentiate between iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia, explore iron absorption and the role of heme iron, and delve into the recycling of iron from red blood cells. They also discuss the impact of infections, inflammation, and gut dysfunction on iron levels, as well as subtle signs of deficiency and the connection between iron and mood swings. Additionally, they touch on timing for testing and supplementing iron, and offer insights on complementary approaches to balancing iron.

In this week's episode, Dr. Tim Crowe joins our Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir to dig deep into the various phases of inflammation, what they look like, how to identify degrees of inflammation, and most importantly what we can do about it. Together, Dr. Tim and Lisa identify the differences between acute and chronic inflammation, 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 can trigger and feed low grade inflammation, as well as 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/replay-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.***

In our first episode of the 2024, our Ambassador Emma Sutherland talks with one of our professions most respected naturopath and nutritionist Rachel Arthur. In the first part of this candid conversation, Rachel shares the origins of her passion for natural health and the series of opportunities that lead her from new practitioner to industry leader. Rachel’s advice for new practitioners - say yes to everything early in your career. She also discusses an industry weakness - one that might surprise you! Emma and Rachel then shift gear and get into the intricacies of zinc prescribing. Together they unpack the origins of zinc, highlighting that despite the wealth of research about this nutrient, we are still in our infancy in our understanding of its myriad of functions in the body. Rachel also shares the key systems that clinically benefit from zinc supplementation, as well as a scaffolding to best determine what form to use and when. The discussion culminates in the challenges around the validity of upper tolerable limits, and best practices for dosaging that is in line with recommendations in the research. This episode is packed with clinical pearls, a must listen for all practitioners regardless of your understanding of this commonly prescribed nutrient. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/zeitgeist-zinc-emma-sutherland-and-rachel-arthur 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 episode of the Summer Replay Series, we revisit our podcast ‘The Complexities of Body Image’ featuring Dr. Gemma Sharp and our ambassador Dr. Michelle Woolhouse. Our Summer Replay Series has been curated to both support your learnings in the natural medicine space, while respecting your need to relax, unwind, and slow down over the summer period. You will find some of our more easy-listening podcasts featured in the series to allow you to listen while heading to the beach, the farm, at the park with the kids, or unwinding at the end of a sunny day. We hope you enjoy our podcasts, and we look forward to sharing our new and exciting podcasts with you starting January 16th, 2024. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/2023-fx-medicine-summer-series 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 episode of the Summer Replay Series, we revisit our podcast ‘Facilitating Lasting Behaviour Change’ featuring Dr. Michelle Jongenelis and our ambassador Dr. Adrian Lopresti. Our Summer Replay Series has been curated to both support your learnings in the natural medicine space, while respecting your need to relax, unwind, and slow down over the summer period. You will find some of our more easy-listening podcasts featured in the series to allow you to listen while heading to the beach, the farm, at the park with the kids, or unwinding at the end of a sunny day. We hope you enjoy our podcasts, and we look forward to sharing our new and exciting podcasts with you starting January 16th, 2024. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/2023-fx-medicine-summer-series 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 episode of the Summer Replay Series, we revisit our podcast ‘Continuous Glucose Monitoring’ featuring Jessica Turton and our ambassador Dr. Michelle Woolhouse. Our Summer Replay Series has been curated to both support your learnings in the natural medicine space, while respecting your need to relax, unwind, and slow down over the summer period. You will find some of our more easy-listening podcasts featured in the series to allow you to listen while heading to the beach, the farm, at the park with the kids, or unwinding at the end of a sunny day. We hope you enjoy our podcasts, and we look forward to sharing our new and exciting podcasts with you starting January 16th, 2024. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/2023-fx-medicine-summer-series 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.***