The Bean Talk

If you are doing all the right things, hitting the gym, staying consistent, pushing hard but still feeling exhausted, stuck, and not seeing results, this episode might be the missing piece you have been looking for. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy break down the relationship between exercise and hormones, and why more is not always better when it comes to moving your body. The...

If you have just heard that PCOS has been renamed PMOS and you are wondering what that even means, we are here to unpack it. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon & Jeremy breaks down everything you need to know about PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, including why the name change is significant for understanding this condition and what it means for diagnosis and treatment. In this episode, we...

Nervous system regulation is everywhere on social media right now but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, what do you actually do about it? In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy cut through the buzzwords and break down exactly what your nervous system is, what happens when it becomes dysregulated, and the practical tools and natural remedies that can help you build res...

He is finally here. After a long day of early labour, an RBT on the way to the hospital, and contractions through the car park Kit made his entrance into the world in just under an hour of active labour, and it was beautiful. In this special edition of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy share Kit's birth story in full including how it all unfolded, why she used a TENS machine for the first time, h...

After years of supporting couples through preconception care in clinic, Riannon and Jeremy knew exactly what was missing from every fertility supplement on the market and spent two years perfecting the formula to fix it. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy pull back the curtain on the journey behind Sproutling Supplements, their brand new his and hers preconception supplement, sha...

Your cleaning products, candles, plastic containers, mattress and personal care products could all be contributing to headaches, fatigue, hormone imbalances, skin issues and poor sleep. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy walk through the most common household culprits room by room, breaking down exactly what the chemicals are, what they do to your body, and the simple practical...

If you have been struggling with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, or mood changes and nothing seems to explain why, the answer might be hiding in the walls of your home. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most commonly missed drivers of chronic illness: mould exposure. They explore how mycotoxins from hidden mould trigger inflammation, disrupt your...

If you are trying to conceive and doing all the right things but still not seeing results, your body might be sending you a signal you’ve not learned to read yet. In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of hormone imbalance and infertility: undereating . Because you don’t have to feel hungry or restrict intentionally for undereating to be quie...

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy explore the realities of breastfeeding and what many mothers are not told about the early days of feeding your baby. From the powerful benefits of colostrum to the physical challenges like breast engorgement and low milk supply, this episode breaks down what is really happening in your body and how to support your breastfeeding journey naturally...

The Bean Talk - Episode 44: How to Prepare for Postpartum: Mood Swings, Oxytocin, Meal Ideas & Mental Health Support In this episode, Riannon and Jeremy dive into the fourth trimester and unpack what postpartum looks like (physically, emotionally, and hormonally). They explain why postpartum mood swings are common, what’s happening inside your body, and how to prepare for postpartum recovery....

The Bean Talk - Episode 43: The Final Stretch: Third Trimester Symptoms, Energy Shifts & How Your Body Prepares for Labour (Pregnancy 101: A mini series) In this episode, Riannon and Jeremy walk you through the final trimester of pregnancy and what’s really happening in your body as you prepare for birth. From shifting energy levels and common third trimester symptoms to the physical and emoti...

The Bean Talk - Episode 42: Second Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect & the Essential Brain-Building Nutrients No One Is Talking About (Pregnancy 101: A mini series) In Part 2 of our Pregnancy 101 mini series, Riannon and Jeremy break down what really happens during the second trimester of pregnancy and why this stage is about far more than simply “feeling better.” They explore what to expect...

The Bean Talk - Episode 41: Trimester 1 Explained: HCG Hormone, Prenatal Vitamins & Early Pregnancy Symptoms  (Pregnancy 101: A mini series) In Part 1 of our Pregnancy 101 mini series, Riannon breaks down everything you need to know about the first trimester of pregnancy and why this stage can feel so intense both physically and emotionally. She explains what is happening inside your body...

The Bean Talk – Episode 40: Preconception Vitamins Explained: Supporting Egg Quality, Sperm Health and Fertility In this solo episode, Riannon breaks down why preconception vitamins matter for both women and men, and how the right nutrients can support egg quality, sperm health, and overall fertility outcomes. She explains what to look for in a quality prenatal, why form and absorption matter, and...

The Bean Talk – Episode 39: How to Prepare for Pregnancy: Preconception Care, Gut Health and Fertility Explained In this episode, Riannon and Jeremy break down what preconception care really looks like and why both partners play an essential role. They explore how gut health, toxins, stress, sleep and nutrition shape fertility, alongside the simple lifestyle shifts that make the biggest difference...

The Bean Talk – Episode 38: Am I Ovulating? Part 2:Ovulation Signs to Look For and the Anovulation Causes Behind Irregular Cycles In this follow-on episode, Riannon explores how to actually know if you’re ovulating and the key reasons you might not be. Breaking down the most reliable ovulation signs, the common anovulation causes, and the foundational pillars that support a healthy, regular cycle....

The Bean Talk - Episode 37: Am I ovulating? Signs, causes of anovulation and how to fix it naturally Part 1 In this solo episode, Riannon dives into one of the most common yet misunderstood topics in women’s health: ovulation and why so many women experience cycles where they don’t ovulate. After sharing some personal updates, she breaks down: what ovulation actually is, how to know if you're ovul...

The Bean Talk - Episode 36: How to survive the First Trimester with Riannon Page From exhaustion and nausea to the emotional shifts that come with early pregnancy, Riannon opens up about her own journey through her fifth pregnancy and offers practical, naturopath-approved strategies to help you feel supported through these early months. Learn how to manage fatigue, nourish your body, ease nausea,...

The Bean Talk - Episode 35: Everything you weren't taught in Sex Education about your cycle TW: this episode mentions eating disorders and body image.  This week’s episode is all about education. Riannon sits down with Mungbean naturopath Brittany to chat about the things Sex Ed didn’t teach you about the menstrual cycle and hormone health. We discuss the four cycle phases, why ovulation is t...

The Bean Talk - Episode 34: 5 Fertility Myths We Need to Discuss How many Fertility Myths have you heard before? Maybe you’ve tried a few of the old wives tales too. It can be hard to navigate all the conflicting information we’re told by different health professionals. Not to mention, trying to conceive and fertility is such a varied experience, sometimes joyous and fun but sometimes accompanied...

The Bean Talk - Episode 33: Are we missing the point to Health? Have we forgotten the foundations of health? This week Riannon and Jeremy unpack this question and offer insights into what optimal health actually looks like. Taking it back to the foundational pillars of health: diet, stress support, movement & sleep, Riannon and Jeremy set out to remind everyone that health can and should be si...

The Bean Talk - Episode 32: Why we TEST & don’t guess This week, Riannon and Jeremy dive into one of the most important pillars of naturopathic and preventative health: testing. They discuss why testing is so important for health and why at Mungbean Health, we test instead of guessing. Riannon and Jeremy also discuss the importance of getting tests done before you notice something is wrong. Es...

The Bean Talk - Episode 31: Thyroid Health: what you need to know This week, Riannon and Jeremy talk about all things Thyroid. Diving into what the thyroid actually is and what it does for our bodies. Riannon shares valuable information about how thyroid health affects our overall wellbeing and the importance of testing the right things (not just TSH!) to get a complete understanding of your thyro...

The Bean Talk – Episode 30: What You NEED to Know About Preconception Care This week, Riannon and Jeremy explore the importance of preconception care and why starting 3–6 months before trying to conceive is crucial for both partners. They discuss how nutrition, hormone balance, and practitioner-grade supplementation can improve fertility and help you prepare for a healthy pregnancy. This episode o...

The Bean Talk – Episode 29: The Vaginal Microbiome & Fertility with Naturopaths Riannon & Emily This week, Riannon is joined by fellow Mungbean naturopath, Emily to talk about all things vaginal microbiome. What it is, how to support it, and why a healthy vaginal microbiome is crucial for your fertility. They explore the common disruptors (like antibiotics, tight gym gear, and harsh soaps)...