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Collectively cardiometabolic syndrome(s) account for more deaths in Australia than any other single disease. In today's podcast we're joined by Dr Bradley McEwen who, through his own research and clinical practice, is an expert in treating cardiometabolic disease with natural medicines, diet and lifestyle interventions. Today Dr McEwen takes us through the complexities of working with cardiometabolic disease; from assessment techniques to methylation, lipids and the myriad of hormonal disruptions like PCOS, and even the therapeutic potential of chocolate. Dr McEwen shares his insights into peeling back the layers and stepping patients through the process of healing and change. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/cardiometabolic-syndrome-part-1-dr-bradley-mcewen *****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 prof

Geomedicine. Sounds like a futuristic medical term…and maybe it is. We're now learning that our geographical environment can have dramatic impacts on our health, particularly when dealing with chronic, insidious and recalcitrant conditions. To truly understand what geomedicine is, we are joined once again today by leading Australian building biologist, Nicole Bijlsma. From putting on her detective hat to find the issues facing patients with chronic conditions, to teasing apart the research to reveal deficiencies and cover-ups, Nicole knows how to peel back the layers to find the real culprit plauging those with chronic health issues. A pioneer for this field of medicine, Nicole has a wealth of knowledge to share. Find the full transcript and show notes here : https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/geomedicine-nicole-bijlsma *****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

As research continues to grow and evolve, it's becoming clear that the vagus nerve is far more complex than just simply being 'the longest cranial nerve in the body.' It is proving to be multi-talented, with sensory fibres crossing into many tissues making it a useful target for modification of internal physiology using external stimuli. Today we're joined once again by Emrys Goldsworthy to continue the discussion about the emerging benefits of transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (TC-VNS). Emrys takes us through the recent developments in TC-VNS that are showing clinical promise in treating numerous inflammatory-mediated conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, atrial fibrillation, migraine, Crohn's disease, as well as various neuroinflammatory conditions like Parkinson's and ASD.Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/vagus-nerve-new-player-inflammation-and-immunity-emrys-goldsworthy *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educatio

When we think of enzymes, we can often compartmentalise them as being purely for digestive support. However, they have so much more therapeutic potential. Today we are joined by Bec Guild to discuss the plethora of clinical uses for proteolytic, or protein-digesting enzymes, that are not connected to digestion. Bec shares how we can use enzymes for inflammation, pain, infection resistance, sinusitis, as a mucolytic and much, much more. Bec expertly highlights the many reasons why enzymes are a safe and essential addition to any dispensary. Find today's show notes and full transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/enzymes-beyond-digestion-bec-guild *****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 rega

Have you heard of eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE)? This condition is thought to affect 1/100 adults and 1/10,000 children and it appears to be on the rise. Moreover, it is challenging to diagnose and may be misdiagnosed, or simply overlooked altogether. Navigating the world of EoE with her own daughter, naturopath, sports scientist and former Olympian, Nicole Hannan has become a crusader to raise awareness about this confounding condition. Through her personal experiences of working with her daughter's difficult digestive issues, Nicole hopes to help others recognise and implement workable, safe strategies for the many health issues those with EoE present with. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/eosinophilic-oesophagitis-nicole-hannan *****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

"Endometriosis was first microscopically identified in 1860 and the term itself coined in 1927," both in time periods when naturopathic medicine was very commonplace. So, what is the history of the naturopathic interventions in Endometriosis versus what we know now? Today we are joined by Rebecca Reid, naturopath and researcher who has been delving through historical texts to uncover some of the key naturopathic interventions for endometriosis through the ages. What she has uncovered is an intriguing list of herbal, homeopathic and lifestyle therapies that she hopes will lay some essential groundwork to furthering future naturopathic research in this field in Australia. You can find today's transcript and show notes here: www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/timeline-endometriosis-rebecca-reid *****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

Eating disorders are varied and complex in their presentation, so how can we identify and support these patients? Today we are joined by holistic dietician and nutritionist Natalie Bourke, who takes us through her professional and personal expertise on eating disorders. Natalie takes us through the many different types of eating disorders, how to recognise them, and how to connect with patients who are navigating the physical and emotional turmoil of their eating disorder. Natalie also shares with us a candid review of her own personal experiences and discusses how with the use of directed nutrition and supplements, she regained control of her eating disorder to have a healthy self image and relationship with exercise and food. Find today's full transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/working-eating-disorders-natalie-bourke *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it in

What factors influence the terrain of the vaginal environment and its associated microbiota? Today we are joined by Dr Jessica Younes, nutritionist, scientist and researcher in the areas of gynecology, urology, and women’s health. Jessica has a special interest and a wealth of expertise on the vaginal and urogenital microbiome. Today she shares with us the key influencers on these microbial communities, from sexual partners, biofilms, dysbiosis and infection, even the impact of an emergency c-section versus an elective ceasarean. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/vaginal-microbiome-dr-jessica-younes *****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 hea

Is polycystic ovarian syndrome being over-diagnosed? Today we are joined by Leah Hechtman to share some insight into new biomarkers with a stronger association to ovarian function that are now in early stages of research, and so far the results look promising. Both from a diagnostic perspective, but also for predicting fertility outcomes, these new biomarkers could mean less fear and uncertainty about having a family, but also, potentially less intrusive medical interventions in the long term. Leah will be presenting on the topic of "Optimising Fertility for the PCOS patient," at the forthcoming ATMS PCOS Symposium in Sydney in September 2018. For clinician's working in the areas of women's health, you do not want to miss this outstanding educational opportunity. Find today's show notes and full transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/emerging-biomarkers-pcos-and-fertility-leah-hechtman *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes

Menopause heralds the conclusion of a women's reproductive years. For some, this is a welcomed change, for others it’s a cruel harbinger of change that brings with it a new phase of aggravating health complaints. Ranging from hot flushes, to anxiety, sleep disturbances, depression, heart palpitations, anger and mood swings as well as a number of other physical changes, many women menopause is an unwelcomed affliction. But it doesn't have to be that way, natural medicine has a lot to offer these women to help rebalance and guide them through much more smooth transitional period. Today we're joined by Elizabeth Mucci, who takes us through the delicate, and often disrupted, pathways leading to the negative experiences of menopause. Elizabeth shares why it's important to concentrate on supporting the central organs which send chemical messengers for normal physiological signalling. With a focus on dietary and lifestyle modification, plus judicious, directed supplementation of herbs and nutrients, we can help thes

How do our genes influence our hormones? We often view our genetic make-up as static and unchangeable, but in actual fact they are dynamic and constantly evolving in direct response to our environment, diet and lifestyles. For instance, hormonal secretion, metabolism and excretion are all swayed by both our nutritional status and the many enzymes systems that may be up, or down-regulated as a result of our unique single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). In today's podcast we're joined by Dr Denise Furness who takes us through the relevant genomic factors affecting our hormones, the intimate interplay that our diet and lifestyle can have on our hormonal health, and how natural health practitioners can positively modify effects with judicious use of specific supplementation. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/how-genes-impact-hormones-dr-denise-furness *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational p

SNP Testing is booming in medicine but we need to be mindful of how these tests are being delivered and interpreted. Patients and practitioners need to be aware of the calibre of the testing companies, and the quality of the results they're receiving. Today's guests, Dr Elvira Zilliacus and Linda Funnell-Milner believe in treating the patient, not the SNP, giving ethical, caring, and targeted information about the relevance of SNP testing to their patients. Today they talk to us about how they're delivering genetic results in the clinical setting to empower rather than burden their clients. Find today's full transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/snps-holistic-medicine-dr-elvira-zilliacus-and-linda-funnell-milner *****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 c

Recognising the future clinical implications of methylation dysfunction and the MTHFR gene early on, Carolyn Ledowsky started MTHFR Support Australia and hasn't looked back. With MTHFR issues being detected more readily through better access to testing services, health professionals turn to MTHFR Support Australia as crucial leader and educator within this growing field of health care. In today's podcast, Carolyn outlines the inter-related health issues which may present to those with MTHFR and related single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). Carolyn's expertise with this subject matter demonstrates the necessity behind the education event she has developed bringing together national and international researchers and clinicians; The Methylation and Genomics Summit in Sydney, 2018. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/pioneering-methylation-and-mthfr-australia-carolyn-ledowsky *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and

The term "Lyme Disease" is polarising. Orthodox medical authorities in Australia refuse the term outright, despite the same genus of the pathognomonic organism being found, at least in echidnas. Testing is fraught with controversy since Borellia spp are notoriously hard to detect. Moreover, there appears to be a gang of pathogenic organisms, often termed 'stealth infections' that are high-jacking immunity and yielding chronically tired and inflamed individuals who are left with few places to turn. Join us today with Amina Eastham-Hillier who specialises in delving into the root causes of infection in tick-borne illnesses, and now educates other practitioners to uncover the reasons why certain patients just aren't responding to traditional treatments.Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/tick-borne-and-chronic-stealth-infections-amina-eastham-hillier *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only.

The accessibility of genetic testing is on the rise, with a range of testing services now available world-wide. Although our genes are the scaffold from which we are fundamentally built, genes are not as black and white as we're led to believe. They're simply one layer of the onion, or one piece of a very large puzzle and by all accounts, this area of science is still quite new. The genes which encode for two important enzymes, catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) and cystathionine beta-synthase (CBS) are vital for healthy catecholamine, catechol estrogens, several drugs and homocysteine metabolism. They have been implicated in a range of health issues ranging from decreased fertility and pre-eclampsia to behaviour and mood issues, even cancer. Today we are joined by medical scientist and naturopath, Annalies Corse, to tackle not only what the clinical relevance of these genes are, but Annalies and Andrew dive deep into the ethics and relevance of SNP testing and whether it alters the course of therapeutic int

Are you referring your polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) clients for exercise interventions? If so, are you familiar with the evidence around what exercise, movement and lifestyle interventions are of the most benefit for women with PCOS? As a clinician and researcher Professor Nigel Stepto is an expert in this field and was part of the team developing the evidence-based Australian and the soon-to-release international guidelines for the treatment of PCOS. In today's podcast we delve into the many drivers of PCOS, the role of exercise and diet, and how they can affect both the physical and biological markers, as well as psychological and psychosocial aspects of PCOS patients. Professor Stepto is a key note speaker at the forthcoming ATMS Symposium on PCOS in September 2018 where he will share the new international treatment guidelines together with information aimed at helping more health professionals embrace exercise and lifestyle interventions as cost effective measures to improve quality of life outcomes

Are you referring your patients with polycystic ovary syndrome to an Acupuncturist? Pigeonholed as an intervention we think of for chronic pain, acupuncture can often be overlooked as a therapeutic option in complex metabolic disease. Today we are joined by Dr Carolyn Ee, a GP with dual qualifications in Chinese medicine and a passion for research. Ahead of her forthcoming speaking engagement at the ATMS PCOS Symposium in Sydney, September 2018, Dr Ee joins us to help us understand the mechanisms by which acupuncture plays a role in PCOS and other metabolic diseases. This is a taste of Dr Ee's research and expertise on this topic and we are sure after listening you'll be referring your patients with metabolic conditions to your local acupuncturist for co-management. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/benefits-acupuncture-pcos-dr-carolyn-ee *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The infor

Why are some people more prone to addictions than others? Why do some crave the "hit of the high", where others can enjoy a substance or an experience and leave it behind? Most of us think of addiction pertaining to illicit or mind-altering drugs, but what about peoples' addiction to alcohol, religion, sugar or even exercise? In today's podcast, we welcome Elizma Lambert, Naturopathic specialist in complex cases, to take us through the important factors to consider with addiction. From uncovering why our brain's reward centre is being hijacked and our excitatory system being supercharged, to individualised patient support strategies. Listen to Elizma show us how to connect the dots so we,too, can better support our patients with addiction issues.Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/addiction-our-genes-elizma-lambert *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not,

Mineral therapy has been employed for decades as a gentle, safe intervention for a range of clinical applications. In particular, practitioners turn to mineral therapy as a safe, effective, simple, palatable and cost-effective intervention for childhood illnesses. Today we are joined by naturopath, Elizabeth d'Avigdor who has over two decades of clinical experience and is a specialist when it comes to mineral therapy prescribing. In this interview Elizabeth shares some insights into the clinical assessment of children and provides some examples of where mineral therapy can be appropriate. Elizabeth also discusses her work in Ethiopia doing herbal medicine research, which has grown into an ongoing passion project documenting, and growing local herbal medicines.  You can find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/childrens-health-mineral-therapy-elizabeth-davigdor *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purp

Having a sick child can be worrisome indeed, and treating children can be both tricky and rewarding. One of the biggest hurdles when prescribing to children is compliance. When it comes to herbal medicines, lets face it, they weren't designed by nature to always taste pleasant and in fact, sometimes their unpleasant taste is a feature of their therapeutic action. Today we're joined by herbalist Rob Santich who shares his decades of experience in finding novel ways to deliver herbal medicines to children. Rob takes us through the importance of building trust with children, how to determine children's dosing with herbs, and some creative ideas for making them palatable or alternative methods of delivery. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/content/herbal-medicines-children-rob-santich *****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 fo