The Nuanced Naturopaths
Join BHSc Naturopaths, Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree, as they intellectually traverse the challenging waters of the natural medicine world. When it comes to health, the 'right' answers are often nuanced, unique and open-ended. Julie and Karinda are dedicated to dancing in these grey areas. Holistic medicine, clinical research, traditional remedies, naturopathy, the wellness industry, herbal medicine, nutrition, food as medicine, healthy lifestyles, biohacking, functional medicine, busting wellness myths plus tips, hints & hacks for your health - these two naturopaths will cover it all!
Episodes
Ep 62 | Why Are We Scared of The Sun? In Defense of Sunlight & Naked Cartwheels in The Sun | Nuanced Advice on Sun Exposure & Sun Protection
Julie and Karinda are back from the NHAA Herbal Medicine Summit to tackle one of the most controversial, misunderstood topics in functional health: sunlight.Inspired by the hot-off-the-press book, In Defense of Sunlight by Rowan Jacobsen, they look past the rigid “slip, slop, slap” messaging to explore why sun avoidance might actually be driving our chronic disease epidemic. From the evolutionary
Ep 61 | All About Creatine | Naturopaths Bust Myths & Talk Facts About Creatine Supplementation | Creatine Benefits, Research and Nuance for Women, Aging, and Genetics
A very nuanced deep dive into creatine, starting off with some technical difficulties and audio glitches! Thanks for bearing with us! In this episode of The Nuanced Naturopaths, we unpack creatine supplementation amid its growing popularity; we don’t commonly rely on it, but are frequently asked about it. We explain what creatine is, how it supports ATP energy production, and why it has been viewe
Ep 60 I All About Functional Testing I Hormone, Stool, Genomic & Hair Testing for Complex Health Issues | Functional Testing in Naturopathy: When It Helps, When It’s Optional, and Why Context Matters
Today we discuss the benefits and limits of functional testing, emphasizing patient-centred, tailored decisions rather than blanket protocols, especially given cost and the value of thorough history, case taking, and clinical exams. We explain that tests are snapshots in time, results can be delayed, and fundamentals like sleep, circadian rhythm, hydration, nutrition, and nervous system regulation
Ep 59 I Testing 101 I The Pros & Cons of Blood Tests, Bone Scans & More | Getting Accurate Blood Tests | How Naturopaths Look at Blood Tests Differently
Julie and Karinda explain how many GPs primarily flag only results outside reference ranges to identify frank disease states, while they also use functional/optimal ranges and compare multiple markers over time using historical results to spot trends and support prevention. They outline practical factors that can skew blood tests—fasting too long (aim ~10 hours; avoid >12), exercising (even up
Ep 58 | The Nuance of Menopause & Menopausal Hormone Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy (MHT, HRT, MHRT)
In this episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood topic of menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We explore the nuances of menopause and perimenopause, the evolving conversations around it, and the physical and emotional challenges women face during this natural transition. We discuss the controversial history of HRT, including the flawed Women's Health Initiative a
Ep 57 | Staying Grounded & Optimising Your Wellbeing During the Holiday Season | Healthy Habits for the Holidays
Welcome to a special outdoor AND holiday edition of the Nuanced Naturopaths. We provide practical tips and advice on how to stay grounded, mindful, and true to yourself through the chaos of the holiday season. We emphasize the importance of maintaining mental health hygiene, sticking to personal boundaries, and understanding the motivations behind family dynamics. They discuss the role of communic
Ep 56 | Karinda Gives Advice to her Teenage Self | Naturopath's Thoughts on Spiritual Aspects of Menstruation, The Pill, Childbirth, Rites of Passage & more
*We discuss birth trauma in the first portion of this episode. If this is a topic you may find uncomfortable, please skip to 17:20-25:00 of the episode*Today we dive deep into menstrual cycles and how Karinda uses her cycle as a spiritual practice, the impact of the pill (which teen Karinda was once on), and an unexpected chat about childbirth, frankly sharing how we feel about natural vs medicali
Ep 55 | Naturopaths Respond to a Popular Natural Supplement Ad | Myth Busting Supplements & "Green Pharmacy"
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Ep 54 | The Truth About Vitamin D | Taking Vitamin D versus Making Vitamin D | The Nuance of Sunlight, Vitamin D Functions, History & Testing
In this episode, Julie and Karinda dive deep into the often misunderstood world of Vitamin D. From an in-depth discussion on its history, functions, and the difference between Vitamin D obtained via sunlight versus supplementation, this episode covers it all. They explore emerging research that reveals Vitamin D is more akin to a hormone than a vitamin and discuss the critical roles it plays in ou
Ep 53 | The Problem with Protocols & Simplifying Treatments for Complex Health Issues | But Don't Knock Our 'Simple' Tips Til You Try Them!
Today (recorded in the studio-van!), we explore the common issues faced when oversimplifying complex health problems, particularly in the context of naturopathy (using SIBO and PCOS as some examples!). We discuss how patients often seek simple answers to complex conditions, which can lead to inadequate treatment and persistent health issues. The heart of naturopathy and how WE practice, will alway
Ep 52 | Vitamin B6, Ditch Your Vita-Gummies & Laughing at Probiotic Ads | Nutrition & Food as Medicine
*NOTE: Huge audio-visual sync issue for most of this episode. Karinda's brain couldn't handle fixing it. Sorry, video watchers!In this light-hearted (but always informative!) episode, acknowledging we're more 'edu-comedy' than strictly education, we dive into the implications of over-supplementation, focusing primarily on vitamin B6 and its side effects, such as peripheral neur
Ep 51 | Reacting to "Body Fluid & Functions" Talk in the Mushroom Lady Trial | Taboo Health Topics, Body Image, The Perfect Poop & more
In this episode, we dive into the complexities of discussing taboo health topics like vomit, poop, and body image, thanks to inspiration from a podcast episode of Mushroom Case Daily by ABC, covering the Erin Patterson mushroom case. We reflect on societal judgments around weight loss surgery and the nuances of body image, and bring into focus how avoiding these conversations can lead to untreated
Ep 50 | Understanding Lipedema: Symptoms, Causes, and Naturopathic Treatments | Lipedema vs. Lymphedema
In this episode of the Nuanced Naturopaths, we explore the often misunderstood condition of lipedema. We discuss its symptoms, how it differs from lymphedema (which it's often confused with) and the importance of hormones, especially estrogen, in its development. We highlight the role of chronic inflammation, the unique characteristics of lipedema fat, and how it resists conventional weight lo
Ep 49 | The Biology of Attraction Across the Female Lifespan | How The Menstrual Cycle & Menopause Alters Attraction & Desire
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Ep 48 | Mouth Taping Deep Dive | The Science, Why & How of Mouth Taping | Natural Remedies for Better Sleep
*CORRECTION: At 18:59, we start talking about nasal "turbicles". We say this word a lot. We get excited, and even question if "turbicles" is the right word, before agreeing that it's the right word, and carrying on. Future editing Karinda realises we in fact meant to say "nasal turbinates" - not turbicles. Turbicles aren't a thing. You're cordially invited
Ep 47 | Exploring Your SKIN Biome: Body Odour, Ear Wax & Why Mosquitos Are More Attracted To YOU!
We delve into what the skin biome actually is (a whole community living on/in/around our skin!), how a child's microbiome is influenced by birth and breastfeeding. Plus, fascinating insights on how genes influence ear wax and body odor. We also cover how deodorants and antiperspirants can impact skin microbes and finally, why some people are more attractive to mosquitoes than others, linking i
Ep 46 | Deeper Dive into Paracetamol Side Effects | Getting to the Root Cause of Your Pain
Join Karinda and Julie as they delve into the complexities and misconceptions surrounding the popular pain reliever paracetamol (acetaminophen). Responding to insights from Professor Kerry Bone, they discuss the potential side effects and risks associated with paracetamol, especially when used long-term. The conversation highlights the importance of questioning mainstream medical advice and consid
Ep 45 | Quantum Biology with an expert, Carrie B! | Light, water, mitochondria & more
An international guest! The amazing Carrie Bennett joins Julie to talk about all things Applied Quantum Biology - the intersection between light and water in the body. Learn the myriad ways in which getting a little sun can improve every aspect of health. Hear many fun facts about light frequencies, the importance of the structure of water in our body, vibrations and electron transfers. Carrie is
Ep 44 | The Nuance of Side Effects | Is Vitamin B6 Dangerous?! | Re-Thinking Panadol Use + more
One thing that drugs, supplements & herbal medicines have in common is that they can produce undesired outcomes, also known as side effects. But what are side effects, really? And why do they occur? We get knee-deep in nuance in this ep, also covering the recent Vitamin B6 toxicity controversy and a big (but often overlooked) problem with our nation’s beloved Panadol (paracetamol). Welcome bac
Ep 43 | Iron in Pregnancy | How Iron Metabolism Changes in the 3rd Trimester & Why 'Normal' Reference Ranges Don't Apply to Pregnancy
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Ep 42 | Tackling the Topic of Weight | The Science of Fat and Nuance of Body Weight
In this episode we look at the nuance in the discussion around fat, and obesity and what it means in terms of health. You literally can’t judge a book by its chunky cover, nor can you decide that a skinny ‘book’ is healthy either. This episode reveals the tip of the iceberg in the discussion about body weight, fat gain, fat loss and what we, as a society, think about it. We uncover nuance in the t
Ep 41 | Daniel Ebbett from Block Blue Light | Circadian Rhythm, Natural vs Artificial Light Exposure, Why Limit Blue Light at Night & Power of Red Light Therapy
It was a pleasure chatting with Daniel Ebbett, founder of Block Blue Light. As well as telling us about his personal health journey and what led him to delve into the world of blue light blocking, we discuss the importance of circadian rhythms & the impact of natural versus artificial light on our health. We explore why limiting blue light exposure at night is crucial for better sleep AND over
Ep 40 | Advice to our Past Selves: Past Perimenopausal Julie asks Naturopath Julie for Health Advice | Exploring Weight Gain and Burnout in Busy + Stressed Perimenopausal Women
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Ep 14 | Busting Probiotic Myths + Why Your Microbiome(s) Matter! with Rebecca Edwards of Activated Probiotics
A HUGE welcome to our very first guest interviewee, the fabulous Rebecca Edwards! What an absolute treat to have Rebecca on the podcast and share her informative & powerful insights on all things probiotics, microbiome & your gut (and SO much more!)
We talk oral microbiome (and how the microbes in your mouth can influence your risk of Alzheimer's & cardiovascular disease), vulvovag
Ep 39 | Dr Michael Thomsen (PhD Naturopath) | The Past & Future of Naturopathy, Biomedicine & Naturopathy Working Together, Herbal Wisdom & much more
Today we were lucky enough to have a chat with Dr Michael Thomsen (PhD, Medical Herbalist and Naturopath). We talk about his study of naturopathy compared to our more recent experience of uni, his mentors in naturopathy, the union of biomedical healthcare with naturopathic healthcare and his journey for writing the very popular Phytotherapy Desk Reference. He is an experienced naturopath and herb
Ep 38 | Microbiome Chats with Rebecca Edwards (Activated Probiotics) | Vaginal Microbiome Across the Lifespan, The Link between Oral Health and Dementia, & MORE!
The all-round fabulous Rebecca Edwards from Activated Probiotics kicks off this interview with her favourite organ: the VAGINA! We delve into the vaginal microbiome, how this changes across the lifespan, during pregnancy & into menopause, and the success of a specific probiotic strain in treating common microbial imbalances, such as thrush. Rebecca walks us through some of the recent research
Ep 37 | SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! | Life Updates, Naturopathic Brains, What Influences Our Health Choices & more!
Julie's back in Australia with a brand new recording studio, so we're back in your ears to share our life updates, naturopathic and quantum biology tidbits, first aid course shout-outs and most importantly (!!), the reveal of our upcoming membership, "Nuanced & Nourished" - JOIN THE WAITLIST!
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Ep 36 | Depression & Complex Trauma: Exploring a potential root cause of depression | Our relationship with depression, childhood, nervous system dysregulation
Please practice self-responsibility when consuming media that contains themes which could negatively impact your mental health or emotional balance. We discuss depression & childhood trauma in this episode. If you choose to listen, please ensure you have tools and resources at-the-ready to help regulate yourself. Helpful resources & links below.Karinda heard something about depression (and
Ep 35 | Hot Off The Press: Link Between Hormonal Contraceptives (Depo-Provera, Progestins) and Meningiomas (Tumours) | Research Wrap-Up
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Ep 34 | What’s the Problem with Skincare & Cosmetics? | Naturopathic Takes on Hair Removal, Deodorants & MORE! | Our Low-Tox, Holistic Skincare Routines
You asked, we... tried to deliver! In this ep we're exploring skincare, makeup, deodorant, hair removal, pubic hair from a naturopathic, holistic perspective. We share our stories, what we use, ingredients we avoida, and how becoming naturopaths made us get-real (and low-tox) with our skin. We cover the physical risks of using conventional skincare & harsh ingredients, as well as the cultu
Ep 33 | Glyphosate Deep Dive | Is Modern Agriculture Causing a Health Crisis? [Part 1]
We finally went there! This is the first instalment of our Glyphosate series (who knows how many there will be). Glyphosate is a part of RoundUp, a widely used herbicide. It also acts a broad-spectrum antibiotic. So what happens when human exposure to Glyphosate has increased more than 500% in 2 decades? How does this impact our health, soil quality, and the quality of the food we're eating? W
Ep 32 | Supplements are NUANCED! Do We Need Them? | Synthetic vs Natural Supplements | Are Vitamins Natural?
Today, we respond to social media claims that vitamins haven’t been scientifically proven to exist in nature... A bold statement, and one that requires a nuanced approach to analyse. So we're on the case! Plus, are supplements natural or synthetic? Why do we take them? Do we need supplements at all? Join us as we dive down the supplements & vitamins rabbit hole, and try to answer ALL the q
Ep 31 | We Talk About Farts (& Poop) for 45 minutes (Yes, Really) | Nuance of Flatulence
Yeah, you read the title right. We managed to talk about the nuance of FARTS for 45 minutes. Now, for real, name ONE other podcast that is gonna give you that kind of gold? In this Nat FAQs episode, we cover all things flatulence - what’s normal, what’s not, what to look out for, how to reduce excess gas, plus debunking health info about farts that YOU sent us on insta! Ghost poops even get a spec
Ep 30 | Mitochondrial Dysfunction [Part 2] | Simple Ways to Support Whole Health | Circadian Rhythm, Light, Grounding & more!
More insights into mitochondria! Yes, it’s complex and it’s going to take a few eps. In this ep we get to the juice on the simple ways we can improve our mitochondrial health. Did you know that all kinds of frequencies, light, sound and vibration impact how well our mitochondria function? Which is the best kind of light, what kinds of frequencies are unnatural and why should we try to avoid them?
Ep 29 | We Need to Start Thinking About MITOCHONDRIA | Quantum Biology & Mitochondrial Dysfunction [Part 1]
What can you do to improve your mitochondrial health and therefore, the health of every system of your body? Karinda and Julie take a deep dive into how the mitochondria are important for more than just energy production, how they interact with hormones, your immune function, sleep and circadian rhythm. How stress and lack of sunshine can impact them. But, this is only the introduction! More to co
Ep 28 | The Nuance of Bali Belly (Traveller’s Diarrhoea) | The What, Why & HOW You Can Treat It Using Local Balinese Herbs! | Herbal Medicine Deep Dive
Julie takes most of the mic in this deep dive episode to shed some light (and nuance) on the unfairly named “Bali Belly”, more appropriately called Traveller’s Diarrhoea. Get to know what this phenomenon is all about, how it can impact your health in the long term, and most importantly, how you can support yourself while (and before!) you’ve got symptoms, so you can get onto enjoying your holiday.
Ep 27 | What's the Deal with Plant Based Milks, Vegetable Oils and Emulsifiers?!
A totally impromptu episode, which was originally going to be about something completely different! Classic us. But we're glad we went down this rabbit-hole as plant based milks are all the rave, with new ones coming onto the market & cafe scene constantly (it seems!). But it's not as simple as "it's from a plant, so it's good for you!". Plus, we cover a little bit ab
Ep 26 | We're Back! and Talking About EVERYTHING! (Breakups, Bali, Moon Cycles, Gut Microbiota, Fluoride & More)
We're back for 2024 and as you can see from the title, we're not gently easing back into things! We're here, we're nuanced and we're ready to talk about it ALL - including what's been happening in our own lives, our personal health journeys, and what's been lighting us up as naturopaths recently.
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Ep 25 | All About Stress | Our Best Ways to Release & Relieve Stress | Holistic Take on Nervous System
Enjoy this hopefully NOT stressful, holistic discussion about stress. As we both find ourselves in activating times in our lives (and we know we're not alone!), we thought it's time for an episode about stress. Not only discussing how it works physiologically, but some of our favourite naturopath-approved ways to release & ease stress, and support our nervous systems.AS MENTIONED IN TH
Ep 24 | Our Experience with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) | Holistic Functional Takes on Blood Sugar
A very casual ep, going over our unique and very different experiences wearing continuous glucose monitors (Freestyle Libre II). As always, we find ourselves exploring a few nitty-gritty rabbitholes within the overall topic of blood sugar. Enjoy, and ask your Qs below!
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Ep 23 | Laura Taylor Helps Us Decode Iron Deficiency Mysteries
Laura Taylor, Naturopath and self-confessed science-nerd, dives into the nuance of decoding iron metabolism. What most health professionals are taught in their degrees does not generally reflect the latest understandings of iron markers and what they represent. Ahead of her upcoming webinar ‘The Iron Code’, Laura has dived down ALL the rabbit-holes, and uses her natural talent for explaining the c
Ep 22 | The Healing Power of Nature, Birdsong & Deep Listening with Andrew Skeoch
This episode marks our first outdoor recording experience, with nature sounds delightfully interrupting the conversation. We chat to nature sound recordist & author, Andrew Skeoch, about ‘deep listening to nature’ (also the title of his fabulous new book) and how to do it. We talk about how listening to the sounds around us can connect us with the landscape, calm our mind and body, and remind
Ep 21 | Mark Payne on Functional Medicine, Cardiometabolic Health, Insulin Resistance, Hydration and SO much more!
Why should we care about heart health in our 20s and 30s? What’s the difference between salt and sodium? How do we pick up on blood sugar problems early? And how do we know if we’re properly hydrated?
Mark's passion for health optimisation, longevity and cardiometabolic health is obvious in this episode & helps us answer these questions (plus much more).
He discusses why we should be moti
Ep 20 | Is Oxygen Messing With Your Gut? | Deep Dive into the Layers of Your Intestinal Tract
Julie was up at 2am diving deep into a research paper on this... so you know it's gonna be juicy. We talk about intestinal hyper-permeability (IHP), aka "leaky gut", your intestinal wall (that's only one cell thick!) and how your microbiome contributes the the amount of oxygen in your gut... and how this oxygen might be contributing to your digestive symptoms (IBS, SIBO, gas, blo
Ep 19 | Minisode: Measuring our Blood Sugar Levels
Nothing beats an accidental mini episode that was originally meant to be an intro for another ep. But as you know, we like to talk... and things can drag out a bit. So we packaged up this sweet little chat about blood sugar for you to easily digest. Enjoy!
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Ep 18 | Stop Seeking, It’s Sabotaging Your Progress! | An exploration of "Wellness Worriers"
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BONUS: Surprising Foods with Hidden Dairy
Listen to Ep 17 to get the low-down on dairy if you haven't already.
If you've tried a dairy elimination diet and found it didn't help your symptoms, it could be because of one of these foods lurking & wreaking havoc on your digestion & immunity.
Always read the label!
Ep 17 | The Low-Down on Dairy | Nuance of Dairy Allergy & Intolerance
Dairy isn’t what it used to be, there was a time when we consumed it fresh from the cow, raw and unpasteurised. Have you wondered about lactose intolerance, A2 versus A1 milk, and why so many people seem to have an issue with dairy? This episode covers all of these topics and more!
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BONUS: Surprising Sources of Wheat & Gluten Are Triggering Your Gut!
There's a common misunderstanding about what foods do & don't contain gluten and which foods are wheat-based. When doing a gluten or wheat elimination diet, knowing what's in your food is CRUCIAL for seeing if the food trigger is correct & getting to you a symptom-free state. Read those food labels, fam!
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Wheat extracts are also found
Ep 16 | Endometriosis Caused by Bacteria? Let's Clarify | The Flaws of That Study
Karinda has a bone to pick with that recent study on Fusobacterium and Endo! Let the sass begin.
The original study
The article critiquing the study
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Ep 15 | The Nuance of Wheat & Gluten Allergy & Intolerance | Clarifying the Confusion of Common Allergens
What's the difference between wheat & gluten? What's the difference between an allergy and intolerance? How can you tell if you're being affected by gluten or wheat? Should I get tested for Coeliac's disease?
We cover all this (and more!) in today's chunky episode. A must-listen for anyone with sensitive stomachs, recurring gut issues or allergy-like tendencies.
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Ep 13 | CASE STUDY: PCOS, Acne & IBS - How to Naturally Address this Common Combination
This is a fun twist to our usual kind of podcast! Do you resonate with Jessica's story? Seeing these hormonal symptoms along with chronic gut issues are all too common in the naturopath's office, and they're often linked. If you'd love to get to the bottom of your own hormonal & gut health love affair (that isn't working out too well), we'd love to hear from you. Get in
Ep 12 | Nat Rant about Health Ads, Medication Myths, "Naturopathic Glass Shattering Lens of the World" & more
The message I (Karinda) sent to Julie when proposing this episode, laying in bed at 11pm one night: "I’d love to do a low key, fun podcast about all the health ads that piss me/us off, and refute them from a naturopathic standpoint." I think that's enough background for this ep!
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YOU'RE INVITED! Julie's VicHerbs Talk | Traditional Balinese Medicine & Jamu Tastings
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Or you can pay cash at the door & receive your student or NHAA member discounts.
Julie’s VicHerbs debut. With 2 trips to Bali this year already, Julie was fascinated to learn about the local traditional medicines and fell in love with Jamu (which is both a drink and a system of medicine). Not claiming to be an expert, she would like to share her observations and insigh
Ep 11 | Attachment to Health Labels & Diagnoses: The Link to Shame, Guilt & Mental Health [Minisode]
Come see Julie's talk for VicHerbs next Thursday, all about Balinese herbal medicine! Including Jamu taste testing! Tickets available here, or cash-only tickets at the door. 22nd June at 7:30pm in North Fitzroy.
Inspired by a casual cafe chat pre-recording, Julie & Karinda dive into the potentially controversial topic of how we relate to labels when it comes to health (namely, diagnostic l
Ep 10 | All About Iron Part 2 | Iron Infusions, Blood Tests for Iron & more
Back this week with more juicy deets on iron! Check out Episode 8 for Part 1 of our iron series. Are iron infusions good or bad? Is there a grey area? Is iron deficiency even being diagnosed well? What does copper have to do with iron? We cover all this & more in today's ep.
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Ep 9 | Nat FAQs #2 | Why You DO Need To Poop Daily, Fabulous Fibre, Magnesium & more
Yes, you DO need to poop daily, and that's the last we'll hear on that, thanks! Also in this ep: hear our naturopathic breakdown on (and love affair we have with) fibre.
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Ep 8 | All About Iron & Holistic Takes on Iron Deficiency
Iron is one heck of a nuanced topic. Especially when it comes to iron deficiency. It's not as simple as grabbing iron from the chemist or getting an iron infusion, et voila, iron deficiency cured! There is a cause for your iron deficiency, and there is a very nuanced way to treat it. Tune into our naturopathic breakdown on everything iron. And check out Part 2 in Episode 10!
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Ep 7 | Our ADHD & Neurodivergent Stories; The Impact of Culture on ADHD
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Ep 6 | A Nuanced ADHD Discussion: Spicy Opinions, a Holistic Take, Diagnosis, Meds & More
ADHD CHECKLIST HERE (Google Doc)
Strap yourselves in for a chunky, clunky, not-perfect, very human & very nuanced conversation about ADHD. Please remember, any of our personal or professional opinions are not intended to invalidate your experience.
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Ep 5 | Nat FAQs #1 | What We Ate for Breakfast, Coffee, "Do Supplements Really Work?" & more
What a scrumptiously dense episode! We cover a lot in this one, from explaining why coffee is a no-go on an empty stomach, what we ate for breakfast, what an ideal brekky looks like, as well as our first instalment of *Nat FAQs*, including questions like, "how long does it take for naturopathy to work?", "what's the difference between natural medicines and pharmaceutical meds?&q
BONUS Ep 4 | Progestins vs Progesterone Rabbithole
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Bad Labelling on Progesterone Products
More helpful clarification from Dr Anna Garrett
Progestin & Breast Cancer Risk: Systematic Review
Progesterone, Progestins & The Endometrium
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Ep 3 | Our Experience on Hormonal Contraception (Pill, Depo Provera) AND Clinic Wins of the Week!
Tune into Julie & Karinda discussing their stories and experiences with hormonal birth control, including different contraceptive pills & Depo Provera. Julie also shares her incredible clinic wins for the week for two clients with conditions that you may be surprised to learn naturopathy could support!
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Diane 35 ED
Estelle 35 ED
Depo Provera
Hormona
Ep 2 | Hormonal Birth Control, History of the Pill & The Root of Menstrual Problems
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Karinda's Environmental Hormone Disruptors Checklist
Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen for Australia
Do Men Have Progesterone (Yes!)
The Bitter Pill: Harvard and the Dark History of Birth Control
The Secret History of Birth Control
The Puerto Rico Pill Trials
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Ep 1 | Julie's Bali Experience, Jamu Herbal Tonic, Turmeric Deep-Dive
Welcome to the first episode of the Nuanced Naturopaths! Today, we delve into Julie's recent experience travelling to Bali, learning about a traditional Balinese herbal tonic from the locals (yep, we go through the recipe & process so you can make it yourself!) and exploring how spirituality & compassion can contribute to health and wellness. Additionally, we cover some details about
