High Vibe & Healthy: Gut Health | Functional Nutrition | Whole Foods

Intermittent fasting may have its benefits, but it's not for everyone. If you're looking for a way to start your day off on the right foot, let's bring back the humble breakfast! In this episode, we'll explore how the right breakfast can support your gut health, hormone balance, and energy levels throughout the day. Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect: • The scoop on key ingredients that ma...

Today we're going to talk about a topic that many of us might not be aware of - how sucking in your belly and wearing tight clothes can impact your gut health. Here’s what I cover in the episode: • How sucking in your belly and wearing tight clothes can cause digestive symptoms like bloating, gas and constipation • How to break the habit of sucking in your belly • The best type of breathing for yo...

In this podcast episode, we're diving into the world of MTHFR - a genetic mutation that can affect your body’s ability to detoxify.  I spoke with Ricardo Miranda, one of the top researchers in the field of MTHFR genetic mutations and the CEO of MTHFRdoctors.com. We discuss: • How to test for MTHFR • The common signs and symptoms associated with MTHFR and how it can affect the body’s ability t...

In this episode, we’re chatting all about food sensitivities. I’m going to explain what food sensitivities are, and give you practical advice on how you can overcome sensitivities and enjoy food again. Here’s what I cover: • The difference between food sensitivities, food allergies and food intolerances • The different types of food sensitivities • How to identify your food sensitivities • Food se...

Today we’re speaking about PCOS - so if you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, or you have common signs of this condition like missing or irregular cycles, excess body hair, weight gain, acne or fertility issues, or you’re just keen to learn more about this common women’s health issue, this is for you. We’re chatting with Solaine Douglas, a Nutritionist specialising in helping women with PCOS reduce and...

Now I’m sure you’ve heard of hormonal imbalances, but have you heard of oestrogen dominance? If you experience PMS, period pain or heavy periods, you may be experiencing the effects of oestrogen dominance. This is one of the most common hormonal imbalances that is behind the frustrating hormonal symptoms that so many women experience. In this episode, I cover: • The most common signs you may have...

Today we’re chatting with Dr Pedre, who is a board-certified Internist, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health, and the author of his brand new book, the Gut Smart Protocol. After years of living with irritable bowel syndrome, Dr Pedre became an expert on how to heal the body from the inside out, beginning with the health of the gut microbiome. In this episode, we cover: • His experienc...

Anxiety is extremely common (around 17% of Aussies deal with it), and it can impact every aspect of your life. A lot of experts say that anxiety can’t be overcome, it can only be managed. And this definitely may be true for some people, but I’ve seen many of my clients be able to overcome it completely with a root cause approach. In this episode, I cover: • My top nutrition tips for anxiety • The...

In this episode, we’re chatting about getting to the root cause of skin issues, including acne, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. These conditions may seem completely different, but there are definitely a lot of commonalities when it comes to the root cause. In this episode, we’re covering: • How our gut health and skin health are connected • What the research says about the role of our microbiome...

In this episode, we’re chatting about how you can support your thyroid naturally. Thyroid dysfunction is extremely common, and is often behind common symptoms like fatigue, constipation and brain fog. Here’s what we cover in this episode: • The most common signs and symptoms of an underactive thyroid • The blood tests you need in order to figure out exactly what’s going on with your thyroid • Key...

In this episode, we’re chatting all about coffee. I’m going to cover some of the benefits, and potential adverse effects of coffee, and give you some suggestions on how you can make coffee work for you, not against you. I believe that in most cases, we can avoid having to give it up or take a break, so if you’re also a coffee lover, I’ll try my best to allow you to keep having coffee, but without...

When we think of gut health, for most people, it’s only digestive symptoms that come to mind. Here’s the thing though: you don’t have to have gut symptoms to have a gut problem. So yes, there are digestive symptoms that can be linked to leaky gut, like bloating, constipation or diarrhoea. But because of leaky gut, seemingly random symptoms like fatigue and period pain, can be caused by what’s goin...

There’s a new way of healing from depression, anxiety and trauma.   Health is holistic, and mental wellness is no exception. I brought in the expert: Holistic Psychologist, Dr. Nicole LePera, to share with us her take on psychology. Dr Nicole incorporates nutrition, lifestyle and psychological wellness practices into her practice, and is changing the game by encouraging us to heal ourselves....

In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through the key steps to overcome constipation and get your gut moving. Here’s what I cover: • the main lifestyle factors that help relieve constipation • the best food and supplements to help get your gut moving • advanced strategies for overcoming constipation when you’ve tried everything This is a two part series on constipation, so if you haven’t alrea...

Are you exhausted, anxious or sleeping badly? Or maybe you have low energy, irritability, gut issues, period problems or poor thyroid function?  I speak with women daily who are doing things like fasting and HIIT training, which may actually be impacting their metabolism and body function on a whole. So, if you’ve ever skipped a meal, skipped breakfast and maybe had a coffee or 2 instead or r...

Some of the information I’ve seen on Instagram lately… all I can say is, “yikes”. Misinformation spreads like wildfire in this day and age, which leaves so many people feeling overwhelmed and confused. In this episode, I’m empowering you with the tools to figure out what’s real and what’s not. I’m sharing the 5 key questions to ask in relation to any health claims so you can decipher for yourself...

There are a lot of people sharing videos online trying to normalise bloating, but the thing is, severe, and uncomfortable bloating is absolutely not normal. It’s a sign of a deeper issue, and you don’t have to put up with looking 6 months pregnant. It IS normal to have a slight expansion in your belly after eating, but only slight. You might think that all bloating is the same, but there are actua...

So, a while back I did an episode on the ideal morning routine for your gut, hormones and metabolism, and this was one of our most popular episodes, so I thought I’d come back and share with you my top tips for an evening routine to help you optimise your health. In this episode, I’m sharing: • Why your evening routine is so important • The best time to exercise to optimise your sleep • The key ma...

There is a lot of confusion around which foods are best for gut health. There are some people telling us we should only eat plant foods for optimal gut health, and others telling us that plant foods are killing us, and we need to give them up altogether. Let me clear up some confusion around this. In this episode, I’m sharing with you: • The pitfalls of the extreme vegan and carnivore approaches w...

Ah, alcohol. This is a biggie. Especially at this time of year. It may be time to check in on how your alcohol intake is working for you In this episode, I’m sharing: • The top impacts of alcohol on our physical and emotional wellbeing • How much alcohol is ok? How much is too much? • How to navigate taking a break from drinking or drinking less, including how to stick to your guns with friends an...

The holiday season can be a tricky one. Our routines go out the window, we’re confronted with seemingly endless opportunities to eat and drink all the things, not to mention pre-Christmas deadlines. In this episode, I’m sharing with you: • The common challenges that come up during the holiday season and how to navigate them • How we use food to manage our feelings and what to do instead • The top...

About 1 in 6 couple have challenges with their fertility, and the rates of infertility are increasing.  The good news is there is so much you can do to get to the underlying cause of why you’re experiencing these fertility challenges. In this episode, I’m chatting with my new team member Andisha Butterfield, Functional Nutritionist & Registered Nurse, all about: • Her personal experience...

Many of the women I speak with are super confused about all the conflicting information out there when it comes to things like which foods to eat for fertility and pregnancy, the best prenatal vitamin to take, and which lab tasting is beneficial. And I want to help you get the answers you need to feel really empowered around your health, and to help you get the best outcomes in terms of supporting...

How you start your day plays a huge part in determining the decisions you make and how you feel throughout your day.  Developing a morning routine (that you can actually stick to!) will set you up for a health gut and metabolism and balanced hormones. In this episode, I’m sharing: • Why your morning routine is so important • How to create a (realistic) morning routine to support your gut, hor...

So many of us are deficient in iron - it’s estimated that 15% of women have anaemia, which is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or the haemoglobin concentration within them is lower than normal, with iron deficiency being the main cause. People often just go straight to supplementation, without addressing the root cause of the iron deficiency. Which means that months or years down...