Fx Medicine Podcast Central

Chronic pain, allergies, inflammation and gut homeostasis: the game-changing potential of two emerging compounds .   In this episode naturopath Christine Lennon takes us through the latest research and therapeutic considerations for palmitoyl-ethanolamine PEA and its “sister compound” oleoylethanolamide (OEA).  Christine shares how PEA and OEA, though related, exert their therapeutic benefits quite differently but have the unique potential to work synergistically to produce an “entourage effect.” Christine also takes us through how practitioners might consider applying PEA and OEA for conditions beyond neuralgias and nerve pain, such as eosinophilic oesophagitis, allergies, endometriosis, multiple sclerosis and even regulating our appetite.Find today's show notes and podcast transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/new-players-pain-and-inflammation-christine-lennon *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. T

Imagine if you were told that there wasn't enough space on your hand for all five fingers, so one needed to go, what would you think about that course of therapy? This is exactly what modern orthodontics proposes for issues such as 'crowding of teeth,' an issue which is ever-increasing in developed nations with "Westernised" diet. Leading Australian holistic dentist Dr Ron Ehrlich, has in his decades of clinical practice, looked deeper, searching for reasons why dental issues are on the rise, despite widespread availability of dental health services. In today's podcast, Andrew and Ron explore the controversial issues in dentistry including how to promote healthy jaw size and function, the re-mineralisation of tooth enamel, and the real health issues surrounding mercury amalgams and root canal therapy. Find today's show notes and podcast transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/dental-controversies-dr-ron-ehrlich *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine

We know that modern lifestyle and dietary choices, including lack of sleep, stress and the Western diet, all contribute to chronic inflammation. It can be a real struggle to make healthy choices for ourselves. But did you know that chronic inflammation literally disconnects our rational “adult” brain from the impulsive, reactive “child” brain, perpetuating the cycle of poor decision making over our lifestyle and dietary choices? Dr David Perlmutter returns to FX Medicine to share the details of his new book, Brain Wash, diving into how inflammation influences our mood and actions, how to leverage the gut-brain connection, why having a sweet tooth isn’t so bad from an evolutionary perspective, and how all this translates into learning how to make better decisions about our health. Find today's show notes and transcript: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/brain-wash-rise-neuroinflammation%C2%A0-dr-david-perlmutter *****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX

Ever get the feeling that complementary medicine is a target in the media? Have you been frustrated by the ways media have extrapolated and bastardised evidence to reflect CAM in a negative light? Today we're joined by sociologist Dr Monique Lewis who takes us through her eye-opening research into how and why the media frames unflattering narratives about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Monique shares her research findings and what she uncovered as key drivers and influencers, as well as her insights into how professionals, researchers and industry could do more to press for more balanced views in media. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/cam-victim-media-bias-dr-monique-lewis *****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

Are we giving enough credit to the role of nutrients in brain health and emotional wellbeing?  Dr Bill Walsh is a world leading expert in the field of nutritional neurochemistry, he joins us today ahead of his speaking engagement at the 8th BioCeuticals Research Symposium. Dr Walsh has been educating medical professionals all over the world how to implement his clinically proven and evidence-based methods for restoring imbalances in neurochemical pathways. In this episode Dr Walsh shares his expertise on the biochemistry driving violent behaviour and other mental health conditions and how he has successfully used nutrients to correct these imbalances. Find the transcript and show notes for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/balancing-brain-chemistry-dr-william-walsh *****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 car

How do we incorporate microbiome testing into practice? Today we are joined by nutritionist Jessica Cox who shares her clinical approach to how, when and why you might incorporate microbiome testing. Digestive health is such a crucial aspect of Jess's clinical practice, that it led to her writing a book on the subject called E.A.T (Education at the Table). In this interview Jess covers important aspects of patient care including, how to determine if testing is even necessary, how she assesses overall gut and digestive health and how she coaches her clients to improve their personal eating habits. Find the show notes for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/assessing-and-supporting-microbiome-jessica-cox *****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 profes

In this episode, taken from our live interactive podcast, we're joined by Dr Isaac Eliaz to explore something that has been the subject of a lot of robust discussion; the cytokine storm. Join Andrew and Dr Eliaz as they explore the mechanisms that underlie the alarm response our immune system initiates in response to infection or attack. ** Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/understanding-cytokine-storm-dr-isaac-eliaz *****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 herb has been shown to reduce sick days by up to 30% and which herb is the "Mike Tyson of immune herbs"?  Back by popular demand for part two, taken from our live interactive video podcast, Amie Skilton dives deep into the evidence-based herbal medicine options practitioners can employ to support and strengthen immunity. **This interview is also available as a video podcast on the FX Medicine Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fxmedicine.au/ ** Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/influencing-immunity-part-1-amie-skilton *****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.*****

Did you know that singing can help boost your immune system? Today we are joined by functional medicine practitioner, Dr Sally Price to share with us her personal and professional experience with singing and the associated health benefits and challenges. Sally highlights the overlooked connection between our voice and our immunity and how this is viewed from an Ayurvedic perspective. She also shares with us nutritional and lifestyle tips for what singers can do to keep their voices in optimal shape.  Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/singing-and-immunity-dr-sally-price *****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

How is biological sex different from gender, and how is that different from sexual orientation?  In this episode, we are joined by Sexologist Kerrin Bradfield to guide us through the nuances, terminologies and considerations to be mindful of when we approach gender in a clinical context. Kerrin helps to bust some of the myths surrounding gender, sexual orientation and identity, and explores various issues that face persons who identify as LGBTQIA.Find today's show notes and podcast transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/redefining-gender-attitudes-kerrin-bradfield *****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 episode, taken from our live interactive podcast, we're joined by Amie Skilton to dive deep into the dietary and nutrient considerations in optimising immune resilience. Tune in to learn Amie's top five nutrients for a robust immune system and a deep dive into how sugar, alcohol and sleep can dismantle immunity. **This interview is also available as a video podcast on the FX Medicine Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fxmedicine.au/ ** Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/influencing-immunity-part-1-amie-skilton *****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 are the qualities needed to be a successful practitioner? How do you get your mojo back and become successful if you’ve taken time off from your practice? Author and Naturopath Emma Sutherland talks about her experience of becoming a naturopath and getting her first big break as a practitioner. She shares what she has learned about becoming a successful practitioner, including the qualities needed to succeed, tips on how to make your business thrive, advice for new graduates, and how to help other practitioners on their own journey to success. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/carving-your-pathway-success-emma-sutherland *****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

What nutrients or herbs would you use to treat a POTS patient with an “impending sense of doom?’ In the second episode of this two part series, Dr Mark Donohoe returns to discuss the treatment considerations for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS. He helps us differentiate between the various subcategories of how the condition presents, and what treatments to consider, including nutrients, herbs and lifestyle suggestions. Find the show notes and full transcript for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome-pots-part-2-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.*****

How does diet and supplementation affect children with behavioural disorders? In this episode, Genevieve Mlotkowski discusses her clinical passion; helping parents see the gifts and uniqueness in children with autism, ADD, ADHD and other behavioural conditions. In addition to sharing her own story about the birth trauma of her first child and how it affected her son’s cognitive development, Genevieve takes us through the most common nutrient deficiencies and how they contribute to spectrum disorders. Genevieve also discusses how she works with families to navigate and maximise the success of their other therapies. Find the podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/unravelling-spectrum-disorders-genevieve-mlotkowski *****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

In this podcast integrative GP, Dr Mark Donohoe and functional paediatrician, Dr Elisa Song chat about COVID-19 through the lens of functional medicine. Elisa and Mark discuss what we know so far in this emerging pandemic and what dietary and lifestyle options show efficacy and evidence, but are also safe choices for empowered preventative healthcare. **This interview is also available as a video podcast on the FX Medicine Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/fxmedicine.au/

Why is drop dosing in herbal medicine considered contemptuous? Do we idolise knowledge over wisdom to the detriment of our practice? In this episode, we welcome back Justin Sinclair as we dive into an enlightening discussion on the art and science behind crafting herbal medicine prescriptions. Justin shares his own experiences with being flexible with the therapeutic delivery of herbs to maximise clinical outcomes. Find the show notes for this episode here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/herbal-posology-justin-sinclair. *****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.*****

Quality case-taking skills are a critical aspect of naturopathic practice, yet how often is this element of patient care overlooked?   In this episode we welcome back Moira Bradfield to help us dig deep into the many variables that comprise a quality, detailed case history. Andrew and Moira will take you on a drive down memory lane, revisiting the mnemonics they each learned to help them capture the important details of a case, they also cover how to manage the client's expectations, asking appropriate questions to rule out pathological processes and how to dialogue efficiently with other medical professionals. Find this episode in industry insights on the FX Medicine website: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/blog-post/naturopathic-case-taking-moira-bradfield *****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

Did you know that Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome used to be called irritable heart syndrome? In the first part of this two episode series, Dr Mark Donohoe returns to FX Medicine to discuss Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS, a condition affecting the autonomic nervous system. POTS occurs when an inadequate amount of blood returns to the heart when the patient moves from lying down to a standing position.  Mark guides us through the definition and history of POTS, providing an in depth discussion of the symptoms that define the syndrome, the challenges for practitioners in alleviating those symptoms, and the connections between POTS and other conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.  Find today's podcast transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome-pots-part-1-dr-mark-donohoe*****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purp

Are we at risk of losing our identity in the traditional practice of herbal medicine? In this episode, we were joined by Justin Sinclair to dive into the rich history of herbalism and naturopathic philosphies. This interview will have you pondering whether, in the pursuit of science and standardisation of herbal remedies, are we at risk of reductionism and losing the knowledge of the traditional preparations and applications of herbs. Find this episode on the FX Medicine website here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/balance-science-tradition-herbalism-justin-sinclair *****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 way to reconcile the opposing viewpoints of Eastern and Western Herbal Medicine?  This is a question naturopath and herbalist Paul Keogh has been facilitating conversations about through his entire career, attempting to find the synergy and commonalities between what initially appear to be two very different modalities. In this episode, Paul and Andrew explore these differences, examining both approaches from different perspectives. They also discuss adaptogens vs. chi tonics in relation to immunity and Paul explains menopause through the lens of a TCM practitioner. Find today's show notes and transcript here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/fusion-western-and-eastern-herbal-medicine-paul-keogh *****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