Fx Medicine Podcast Central

There is chronic, worldwide lack of funding available for research into the impact of diet and lifestyle on mood, behaviour and mental health. Prof Felice Jacka has pioneered an innovative program of research that examines how individuals’ diets and other lifestyle behaviours interact with the risk for mental health problems. Prof Jacka is currently leading the first randomised controlled trial to examine the impact of dietary improvement in patients with major depression, known as "The Smiles Trial" and later this month she will be presenting these research findings at the 2017 Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) conference in Melbourne. (https://conference.acnem.org) Today on FX Medicine, Prof Jacka shares with us a window into her accomplished career, a taste of what to expect from the forthcoming ACNEM conference and her passion for food and the microbiome in mental health and wellbeing. *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educationa

It is estimated that up to one in five women can expect a diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis or another thyroid disorder in their lifetime. Hashimoto's is the fastest growing autoimmune disorder in the US and it's becoming clear that a functional medicine approach has much more to offer patients than standard medical care alone. For Dr Izabella Wentz, also known as The Thyroid Pharmacist, a diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis at age 27 set her on a path of research and discovery. Throughout her quest for answers she has chronicled her successes and failures, which has culminated in two best-selling books, making her a key authority on the subject. Her most recent book "The Hashimoto's Protocol" has just been released and offers a 90 day plan to reverse thyroid symptoms and put people on a path of healing. Dr Wentz joins us today to share her expertise on recognising, managing and living with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.*****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informationa

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are produced by anything with an electrical current running through it and they have a real, yet invisible impact on human health. In today's podcast we welcome back naturopath and building biologist, Nicole Bijlsma, to share her wealth of information on the topic of EMF and electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS). Nicole takes us through the history of EMF and expertly separates fact from fiction. She also discusses how to recognise and explore EHS and provides guidance on risk minimisation for potential sufferers. *****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.*****

When does tiredness become fatigue? How does the clinical picture change and how is a diagnosis reached? Dr Carri Drzyzga is a naturopathic doctor, chiropractor and author of the book "Reclaim Your Energy and Feel Normal Again! Fixing the Root Cause of Your Fatigue with Natural Treatments”. In today’s episode, Dr Carri has a plethora of information to share on recognising and working through fatigue. Find today's show notes on: www.fxmedicine.com.au*****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 brain is the body's master-controller, making neuroscience a fascinating area of healthcare. Dr Brandon Brock has a broad scope of expertise borne of his formal training in chiropractic and nursing, which has given rise to his love for endocrinology, immunology, neurology, pharmacology and the art of physical examination and diagnosis. Drawing on his own experience of having sustained a head injury, Dr Brock developed a keen interest in blending neurology and functional medicine. This led to him being a sought after lecturer in the field of functional neurology including his forthcoming appointment as a key note speaker at the Mindd International Forum in May 2017. In this podcast, practitioners can get a taste for what to expect out of Dr Brock's masterclasses at Mindd where he will cover how to assess and treat a range of brain-immuno-gut conditions including; ASD, ADHD, OCD, anorexia, LD, SPD, CFS, PANDAS, tic-borne Illness and more. For more information visit https://mindd.org/brandon-brock/ *****DIS

If your telomeres could talk - what would they tell you? In today's podcast we welcome back one of our favourite guests, Dr Lise Alshuler to dive into a discussion about telomeres and their relevance in health. Telomeres are the protective caps on the ends of our chromosomes that serve to protect them from damage. Telomeres shorten as we age and their length can have an impact on our resilience and overall health. So, how can we optimise them? Can we lengthen them or prevent them from shortening in the first place? What, if any, interventions exist for this? Dr Alschuler will expertly walk you through it.*****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.*****

Tammy Guest is an expert in the business of fatigue and the fatigue of running your own business. She is a successful naturopathic clinician, entrepreneur, published author, mentor and helicopter pilot in-training. In a change from our usual programming, Andrew stepped out of the studio to conduct interviews in the flesh. From the peaceful back deck of her own home, Tammy shares her personal story of battling burn out, and how she turned this into a major specialisation of her practice. Tammy has found the balance of blending the philosophies of nature with the fundamentals of science whilst also staying true to oneself. Her messages about self-talk, gratitude and chasing dreams are both inspiring and uplifting. *****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 yo

Dr Christopher Shade may well be one of the world's foremost experts in human detoxification. In today's podcast, Dr Shade takes us through the science behind liposomal technology and its applications in heavy metal detoxification. Find out the intricacies of liposomal formulation, stability and pharmacodynamics as well as the many possibilities for drug and nutrient delivery. Ahead of his appearance at the forthcoming 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium, Dr Shade also shares some insight into the features of his masterclass - understanding of the complex biochemistry that underlies the moderation and removal of heavy metals and other biotoxins from overloaded systems . *****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

Each of us is home to trillions of microbial hitchhikers and which have a profound influence on our health and wellbeing. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a disruption in our normal gut ecology whereby there is an increase of bacteria and/or changes in the types of bacteria present in the small intestine. According to Prof Steven Sandberg-Lewis, a leading naturopathic expert on gastrointestinal disease and a pioneer in the field of SIBO, the condition is the root cause for 50-75% of all cases of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In today’s podcast, Prof Sandberg-Lewis takes us through the interrelationship of SIBO with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how to define and rule out one from the other.  *****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 y

Calling all functional medicine entrepreneurs - this podcast is for you! James Maskell has been described as the most influential non-physician promoter in the industry, and his passion and enthusiasm for helping health professionals create profitable, meaningful and fulfilling healing businesses is palpable. With thanks to the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association, James joins us today to give us some insight into what he will be covering in his forthcoming "The Future of Medicine" presentation in Sydney, March 2017. James has a vision for the future of functional medicine practices which he describes as "Functional Medicine 2.0" . Tune in to learn more. *****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 regar

Wheat intolerance is undeniably a growing health epidemic. In today's podcast we are joined by Cyndi O’Meara, a veteran pioneer of the nutrition industry and creator of the incredible "What's With Wheat?” documentary. Cyndi is passionate about educating people to make conscious choices with their health beginning with the foods we consume from farm to table. What's With Wheat? is a critical look at the history of wheat, what has been done to it at a genetic level and the ripple effect playing out on human health. This podcast is a must-listen for those who want to be empowered by the choices they are making with wheat consumption. *****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.*****

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder affecting in women of reproductive age. Around 1 in 5 women suffer from PCOS, however this number may be much higher as it is estimated that up to 70% of women with the condition remain undiagnosed. While the cause of PCOS remains unknown the crux of the condition is hormone imbalance. Most symptoms are caused by high androgens levels and often manifest as acne, weight gain, excess body hair and irregular periods. PCOS also comes with a range of comorbidities such as infertility, metabolic dysfunction and mood disorders. In today's podcast, women's health expert Dr Lara Briden takes us through the complexities of the PCOS patient picture and the many opportunities complementary medicine offers to sufferers where traditional medical approaches may have missed the mark. *****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 su

Sugar is responsible for a global health crisis! The evidence can no longer be ignored, sugar is to blame for the continual rise in chronic disease. Prof Robert Lustig is a paediatric neuroendocrinologist, researcher, clinician and pioneer of the anti-sugar movement. Today Prof Lustig takes us through his expansive career and how he became a global leader in teaching both peers and public of the perils of sugar, fructose and carbohydrates; and the roles they play in the pathogenesis of disease. *****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.*****

Detecting neurotransmitter (NT) imbalance has the potential to refine treatment choices for sufferers of depression, anxiety, insomnia and chronic pain. Although it is not yet possible to measure NTs directly within the central nervous system (CNS), newer research proposes that testing for NT metabolites in our urine may offer up some clues as to what it happening in the CNS. Today, naturopath and functional pathology expert Beth Bundy helps us to navigate the clinical relevance of using this sphere of testing. Whilst only a guide, to be used alongside other assessments, perhaps this form of testing will reduce the guesswork and improve the success rate of initial treatment above the 50% chance for current pharmacological management? *****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

Headaches, atrial fibrillation, epilepsy, anxiety and depression? While these conditions may seem unrelated they may all benefit from a potential treatment involving gargling and the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is a major neuronal pathway of the parasympathetic nervous system, our rest-and-digest system. Known as the “wandering nerve” because it branches all throughout the body the vagus nerve has far-reaching effects which include involvement in swallowing, speech, heart rate, respiratory control, gastric secretion and intestinal motility. In this episode Andrew speaks to Emrys Goldsworthy, a Senior Lecturer and Musculoskeletal Therapist, about the use of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) to improve health and wellbeing. As an expert in VNS, Emrys takes us through the research behind this therapy and shares with us some techniques for harnessing the vagus nerve.*****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it

Naturopaths without Borders (NWB) is an organisation dedicated to empowering low-resource communities through education, sustainable resources and Naturopathic healthcare. Today we are joined by Dr Sean Hesler, who has dedicated much of his career to initiatives of global and community health care, having founded the MamaBaby Birth Centre in Haiti and in his roles as executive director of NWB and the director of community health at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM). His insights into working with underserved communities to establish better nutrition through local, cultural-centric dietary and lifestyle modifications illustrate how food truly is, medicine. *****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 conce

Gateway Drug? Violent behaviour? Addiction? Dependence? Lowering IQ? Lung Cancer? There is more misinformation surrounding the use and/or abuse of cannabis than perhaps any other illicit drug, and this has served to perpetuate many myths surrounding its use and effects. No-one is more educated on the history, the culture, the phytochemistry as well as the abuse of, or the compassionate, responsible use of medicinal cannabis than Justin Sinclair. Today Justin dispels many of the misnomers about Cannabis in a comprehensive discussion of the facts from the literature, science and statistics. *****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.*****

Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) is a natural treatment approach to mood and behavioural disorders such as autism, ADHD/ADD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, depression and schizophrenia developed by Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride. Today Dr Campbell-McBride joins us to discuss her medical background as a neurologist and neurosurgeon and how her own son's autism diagnosis led her to immerse herself in further education in human nutrition. Dr Campbell-McBride's insights into patterns she was seeing between neurological and digestive disorders led to her writing her book "Gut and Psychology Syndrome" and she now spends her time educating other practitioners on the GAPS Nutritional Protocol allowing her to magnify its reach outside of her own clinical practice. *****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 qualifi

Compliance is a major barrier to getting meaningful results when treating children with natural medicine. Today we're joined by Naturopath, Rebecca Guild who has a knack for the practical application of natural medicines and home remedies to little ones. Bec is a passionate advocate of using food as medicine first, and supplements and other remedies as adjunctive support only when necessary. In this episode, Bec takes us through her favourite Naturopathic treatments and home remedies that parents can easily utilise for common childhood complaints.*****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.*****

Treating kids can be difficult at the best of times and knowing when to undertake testing and what tests are appropriate can be even more confusing. In this podcast, Beth Bundy divulges some of the answers. Her practical manner leads us through the maze of various functional pathology tests including which tests to use, when to use them and the practical implications of each test. Beth discusses everything from food sensitivities, to gut dysbiosis and even Iodine testing to help get our children back to peak health.*****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.*****