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1:42 - Defining the importance of libido 6:08 - Key signs of unhealthy libido 7:51 - What does a healthy libido look like? 12:10 - Factors impacting the female libido 17:57 - Supporting the vaginal microbiome and natural lubricants 19:53 - Strategies to reduce vaginal infections 23:55 - Do condoms affect the vaginal microbiome? 27:10 - How does gut health impact libido and vitality? 29:54 - Modern...

Danni Bichler is a chronic pain specialising naturopath and the founder of Alivio Health. Danni uses a combination of naturopathy and reprocessing therapy with her clients to "rewire the brain" and achieve freedom from chronic pain. This one is for you if you experience chronic pain and have been told there is nothing you can do about it or that "it's all in your head". Dan...

This week, we are joined by very special guest Karinda to discuss the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle and how to live your best cyclical life. Karinda likens the phases of the menstrual cycle to the changing of the seasons with phase 1, your period being your inner winter, phase 2, the follicular phase is your inner spring, phase 3, the ovulatory phase is your inner summer and phase 4, the luteal...

In this week's solo podcast, Jacinta discusses all things acne and the contraceptive pill. This episode is for individuals or practitioners who aren't seeing results with the contraceptive pill for hormonal acne and want to dive deeper into the drivers of acne. In this episode, Jacinta covers: 1:11 - Pinpointing the drivers of acne whilst still on the contraceptive pill 3:30 - Stress hormo...

Did you know that 80% of diagnosed IBS cases are actually SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)? This week, Jacinta chats to Karly Raven, a highly experienced gut-specialising naturopath to explore exactly what this conditions is, how to identify the drivers and prevent relapse. In this episode, Karly and Jacinta cover: 2:18 - What is SIBO? 4:08 - Differentiating the types of SIBO 8:05 - Wh...

Do you suffer from acne and can't quite pinpoint what's driving your breakouts? Have you tried self-prescribing skincare and supplements but just aren't seeing the results that you are hoping for? If you answered yes, this episode is for you! This week, the Orenda girls take a deep-dive into all things ACNE and break down the common dietary and lifestyle mistakes that may be impacting...

Are you exhausted, always cold, suffering from thinning hair, finding it hard to lose weight and just want some answers? Do you think you could have a thyroid condition or have you been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, Hashimotos or subclinical hypothyroid? If you answered yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you! This week, we chatted to Tara Nelson, a thyroid specialising naturopath...

In today's episode, we are joined by Neurodivergent Clinical Psychological, Lydia Meem. Lydia has been working with neurodivergent individuals since 1998, and as a Registered Psychologist from 2002. She is a popular speaker, presenting at autism conferences around the world. In this episode, Lydia shares clinical knowledge and personal insights into the topic of Neurodiversity in Women s...

Have you ever felt confused by the myriad of advice out there for new mothers and just want to hear the raw truth about life after birth from someone who has been through it all? Meet Alexi Hogan, superstar doula and qualified naturopath! Alexi's path to motherhood wasn't linear by any means and in this episode of the podcast, she tells us all about her fertility journey and how instrumental her o...

Have you been trying to implement a new health regime or integrate a new habit into your lifestyle but haven't been able to hang onto it long-term? If that sounds like you, then this one is for you! In this episode, Shahna Sarpi, a clinical nutritionist and mindset coach, delves into the importance of creating healthy habits and why we need to address our mindset if we are want long lasting sustai...

Pre-diabetes affects about 1 in 6 Australian adults and substantially increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. In this episode of the podcast, Jacinta talks to Emily Pickering, a naturopath and PhD candidate from the University of Queensland who has conducted studies on pre-diabetic adults using natural supplements and herbal medicine. Join us for this deep-dive...

In this episode of the podcast, we chat to naturopath Lesley O'Connor all about endocrine disrupting chemicals and how they effect our hormones and fertility outcomes. Lesley talks at length about the most common endocrine disrupting chemicals, which products these chemicals are commonly found in and how to reduce your exposure.  In this episode, Jacinta & Lesley cover:  4:00 - What...

On this episode of the podcast, we chat to Josie Carin, a clinical naturopath who specialises in migraine care and prevention. Hormonal migraines can have a significant disabling effect on the ability to live a happy, healthy, productive and fulfilled life. This is why Josie has made it her mission to support women living with migraine finally break free and enjoy a better life!  Josie shares...

To really classify your clinical practice as including holistic skin assessment, understanding the importance of your clients diet and how this can impact their skin is a MUST. Now, you don’t need to be a nutrition expert to provide education and you don’t need to go back to uni for years of training either. What you do need to have is an understanding of the common mistakes your clients can be ma...

The practitioners of Orenda Women's Health come together to discuss all things skin, hormones, and gut health. In this weeks episode, we answer YOUR questions and give you unfiltered advice on how to eat for skin and hormonal health, how to optimise your vitamin D levels, non-negotiable supplements for the skin and loads more. Jacinta, Katie and Phoebe are a wealth of knowledge and they are here t...

We know that there is a direct connection between the health of your gut and the function of the skin - but the first thing often spoken about is probiotics or the role of the gut microbiome. There are many different facets of the digestive system which we analyse when it comes to identifying the driver of dysfunction in the gut that can be impacting a clients skin presentation. Having the tools t...

Are you leading into your 40's-50's and noticing changes in your body as you go through peri-menopause? Maybe your body just doesn't respond to the same dietary and lifestyle protocols you've always implemented.. or maybe you're a skin therapist and have clients that are noticing changes in their skin during this time of their life and you want to learn more about exactly what is happening on a ph...

Have you been prescribed doxycyline for your skin before but not exactly sure how it may be working? (or possibly not working) or maybe you're a skin therapist and you've seen so many clients being prescribed doxycyline and want to confidently be able to explain to them the mechanism of action. In this podcast, Jacinta goes through the nitty gritty of everything you need to know with Doxycycline -...

Two of the most common phrases we hear from our clients with acne in their initial consultations are "I've had everything tested and everything is within range" or we hear "I've just been prescribed the pill, doxycyline and roaccutane but I actually haven't had any testing done to figure out what's going on". Acne is an extremely multi-faceted condition and the answer you need so you can break the...

Acne is one of the most chronic and common skin conditions that affects so many individuals. A survey completed in 2021, revealed that individuals in Australia can spend approximately $3000 in 6 months just trying to self-treat their acne, with little to no long term change. Working 1:1 with hundreds of women who have gone through the roller coaster of self prescribing supplements, back and forth...

In this weeks episode, we are joined by Joanne Kennedy - the SIBO, MTHFR & Histamine Intolerance expert. Joanne gives us a complete download of her brain to help us understand methylation and why this is such an important aspect to consider in clients presenting with histamine intolerance. Within the skin, we can see histamine intolerance present in the form of rosacea, peri oral dermatitis, h...

If you've ever felt like your period pain has copped some serious gaslighting or maybe you're going down the route of endometriosis diagnosis and treatment, this podcast is for you. From a naturopathic perspective, we understand there is a significant correlation between an individuals experience with endometriosis and their immune system function, gut health, nervous system response, detoxificati...

If you've ever experienced the waves of emotions that can drive disordered eating or the competitive comparison that stirs how we view our body image and you want to learn the steps to take to regain control over your relationship with food and have confidence in your body, this one's for you.  In Episode 5, Jacinta speaks with Sami - Rose, Sami is a Registered Counsellor, weight-inclusive pe...

The pill essentially suppresses natural hormone production from the ovaries and does an excellent job at reducing the symptoms of hormone acne WHILST you’re on the pill. But what about when it’s time for you to come off the pill? Or when you want to actually get to the root cause? In this episode, Jacinta fly’s solo and talks you through the causes of post-pill acne and the 5 key areas you need to...

Have you repeatedly heard the term “unexplained infertility” and actually would just like someone to explain what that really means? Or maybe you’ve been through the fertility of fertility with recurrent miscarriages and want to find out more about what you can do. Perhaps you just want to find out more about how you can improve your egg quality. In this episode, Jacinta speaks with one of the lea...