With Blu

Are you spending money on food intolerance tests that might be doing more harm than good? In this episode, gut health naturopath Briana breaks down everything you need to know about food intolerances - from understanding what they actually are, to why most popular testing methods aren't worth your time or money. Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me ...

In this episode, we unpack the science of stress and explore why cortisol isn't the villain it's often made out to be. You'll learn how the body's stress response works, what happens when stress becomes chronic, and why nervous system regulation is just as important as stress management. We also cover practical, realistic ways to support your body so you can feel more resilient, en...

Study on social media, body dissatisfaction, and disordered eating Butterfly foundation In this episode, I share my personal experience with disordered eating and reflect on the mindset shifts that helped me build a more balanced relationship with food. We explore why eating disorders are complex mental health conditions rather than simply issues with food, the impact of diet culture and social me...

Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ PCOS is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women — but it’s often misunderstood and overgeneralised. In this episode, we break down what PCOS actually is, how it’s diagnosed, and why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work....

Book in a free 10 minute discovery call to organise functional microbiome testing if you’re interested with this link⁠⁠   Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ Painful periods are often normalised, but they’re not something your body is designed to endure without support. In this e...

If you are in need of immediate help call Lifeline on - 13 11 14 Sodii discount code - BYBLU Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ PMS might be common, but that doesn’t make it something you should have to push through every month. In this episode, we unpack what’s actually happeni...

The Custom Nutrition assitant to help your meal planning- here Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ We talk endlessly about protein. We analyse carbs. We debate fats. But fibre? It’s one of the most overlooked nutrients in modern nutrition — and it plays a powerful role in gut hea...

Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ If your skin is dry or breaking out, your hormones feel chaotic, and your digestion is unpredictable - and you’re still avoiding fat - we need to talk. In this episode, we unpack why dietary fat became so confusing in wellness culture, what act...

If you’re eating healthy but still bloated… breaking out… exhausted by 3pm… this episode is probably for you. Today we’re talking about protein , but not in a macro-tracking, carb-cutting, gym-bro way. This is a physiology-first conversation about how protein impacts your gut, skin, hormones, mood, and energy — and why under-eating it is one of the most common reasons women feel flat, inflamed, an...

Find Chloe: Website Instagram Podcast When most women hear pelvic floor , they think pregnancy, birth or “that’s something I’ll deal with when I’m older.” But the pelvic floor is deeply connected to your bladder, bowels, period pain, gut symptoms, sexual function - and even your ability to fully relax. In this episode, I’m joined by Chloe from The Lady Physio , a pelvic floor physiotherapist with...

Free offerings to get you started - FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠ Work with me  Book a 1:1 consult ⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠ Microbiome testing has become one of the most talked-about tools in gut health - but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of With Blu , I’m breaking down what microbiome testing actually is , why practitioners use it, and -...

If you’ve ever been told your thyroid labs are “normal” - but you’re still bloated, exhausted, foggy, or struggling with your weight, cycle, or mood - this episode is for you. In this episode of With Blu , I’m breaking down everything you need to know about your thyroid without overwhelm, fear, or medical jargon - and explaining why thyroid regulation sits at the centre of gut health, hormones, me...

If the idea of a “perfect” morning routine makes you feel behind before the day has even started - this episode is for you. In this episode, Briana breaks down why supportive mornings aren’t about waking up earlier, doing more, or following someone else’s rigid routine. Instead, she shares a realistic, evidence-based framework to help you start your day feeling calmer, more regulated, and better s...

If you’ve ever set health goals with genuine motivation - only to feel like they quietly disappeared by February - this episode is for you. In this episode of With Blu , Briana breaks down why most health goals don’t stick, and why it’s not a discipline problem - it’s a strategy problem . You’ll learn how to set health goals that actually survive real life, support your nervous system, and feel su...

If you’ve ever been told “It’s just IBS” and sent on your way with no answers, no plan, and a long list of foods to avoid… you’re not alone. IBS is not a real explanation - it’s a label for symptoms, not a reason for them. And the good news? When you understand what’s actually driving your bloating, pain, or food reactivity, you can rebuild tolerance and enjoy foods like onion and garlic again. In...

FREE access to the bloating masterclass ⁠ here ⁠ Sign up to the gut compass ⁠ here ⁠ The end of the year is fun… until your gut decides it has other plans. Between social events, travel, foods you don’t normally eat, disrupted routines, and a little more stress than usual, it’s completely normal for symptoms to flare - but that doesn’t mean you’re powerless. In this episode, Briana, Bachelor-quali...

If body image is a triggering topic for you, skip to 03.45 When your lower belly feels constantly puffy or tight, it’s easy to assume something is “wrong” with you or that you just need to be more disciplined. But your lower tummy literally houses your uterus and bowel – it’s not designed to be flat 24/7. In this episode, Briana, Bachelor-qualified Naturopath and gut health practitioner, breaks do...

When bloating takes over your life, it’s more than just uncomfortable-it impacts your confidence, relationships, and spontaneity. In this episode, Briana, Bachelor-qualified Naturopath and gut health practitioner, gets real about what bloating actually means, why you’re not broken, and how to begin healing without fear, restriction, or quick fixes. You’ll learn the most common misconceptions aroun...

Do you feel like no matter what you eat, you’re left bloated, crampy, puffy, or running to the bathroom? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t mean your body is broken. In this episode, Briana, Bachelor-qualified Naturopath and gut health practitioner, unpacks why it can feel like every food is triggering your symptoms, the hidden drivers of bloating, and how to finally break the cycle without fearing f...

Get FREE access to the bloating masterclass   If you’ve been stuck in the elimination cycle, this episode is your permission slip to slow down. Download my Bloating Masterclass – I’ll guide you through what’s REALLY behind your symptoms. Sign up to the gut compass If you’ve tried every food swap and supplement for bloating but still feel stuck, this episode is your sign to pause and look deeper. B...

Working hard but feel constantly tired, foggy or burnt out? This Brain Series episode dives into why your health isn’t a ‘nice-to-have’ — it’s the foundation for sustainable career success. Briana explains how your gut health, nutrient status and daily food choices directly impact your focus, creativity and resilience at work — and why looking after your health now protects your energy, income and...

Do you find yourself reaching for sugar, your phone or Netflix when you’re feeling flat? In this Brain Series episode, Briana teaches you how to build your personal ‘Dopamine Menu’ - simple daily feel-good actions that naturally boost motivation, resilience and mood. Perfect for anyone wanting to break the stress-eat-scroll cycle and feel genuinely good again. In this episode we’ll unpack: What do...

Feel flat, low or more anxious in winter? You’re not alone — but you don’t just have to push through it. In this Brain Series episode, Briana from By Blu Naturopathy explains how sunshine, Vitamin D, gut health and food choices impact your mood in the colder months — and how you can build a realistic winter mental health toolkit to support anxiety, seasonal depression, ADHD and hormone-related moo...

Do you actually know what a healthy menstrual cycle should look and feel like? In this practical and myth-busting episode by By Blu Naturopathy, Briana breaks down the four phases of the menstrual cycle, what can go wrong, and simple, realistic tweaks to better support your hormones  - from your period to ovulation and everything in between. If you’ve ever wondered whether your painful cramps, PMS...

Did you know women were only mandated to be included in clinical research trials from 1993 onwards? Or that nearly 80% of all autoimmune conditions affect women - yet so much of our medical system still overlooks how female bodies actually work? In this powerful episode of the Brain Series by By Blu Naturopathy, Briana breaks down the gender gap in medical research, why your ‘random’ symptoms are...