The Holistic Health Podcast

What happens when two naturopaths sit down to talk honestly about ageing, beauty standards, skin treatments… and the weird emotional tug-of-war that comes with all of it? This episode is part skincare chat, part existential crisis, part “girl, same.” We’re pulling back the curtain on what we’re actually doing for our skin right now — from red light therapy, face cupping, sunscreen and tretinoin… t...

Ever feel like you’re “doing all the right things” for your hormones… but your body still isn’t cooperating? In this episode, we unpack six major environmental factors that can quietly interfere with fertility, hormone balance, ovulation, egg quality, and overall reproductive health — many of which are completely overlooked in conventional conversations around conception. This episode is especiall...

In this real life, inside look we’re sharing the natural and holistic approaches we personally use with our own pets — from gut health support and whole food diets to probiotics, bone broth, herbal medicine, mobility support, and even holistic recovery tools after surgery. We also share some of the mistakes, trial-and-error moments, and emotional experiences we’ve had along the way — because hones...

If you’ve ever struggled with heavy periods, hormonal mood changes, painful boobs, feeling swollen before your period, or have been told you have “high oestrogen” without much explanation… this episode is for you. Because contrary to Instagram wellness culture, it’s usually not as simple as “your body is making too much oestrogen.” Hormones are a LOT more nuanced than that — and in this episode, w...

If you’ve been struggling with stubborn weight, poor sleep, skin changes, or just feeling constantly wired and tired — this conversation might completely change the way you think about your environment. In this episode, we dive deep into the surprisingly powerful effects of blue light exposure — and why your phone, downlights, TV, and screens could be impacting everything from your waistline to yo...

If you’ve spent more than 5 minutes on the health side of Instagram, you’ve probably been told that everything is SIBO. Bloating? SIBO. Constipation? SIBO. Looking slightly pregnant after pasta? Definitely SIBO apparently.  In this episode, we're separating fact from fiction when it comes to one of the most talked-about gut conditions online: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). We u...

If you’ve ever reached 4pm and realised you’ve been running on three sips of water, one coffee, and sheer audacity… this episode is for you.  We’re unpacking why drinking enough water feels ridiculously hard for some people — even when they know it matters. From “I hate the taste of water” to “I genuinely forget all day,” we cover the real-life reasons people struggle with hydration and the practi...

Ever checked your Oura Ring score first thing in the morning… and instantly decided how your entire day was going to feel? US TOOOOO! In this episode, we dive into the world of health tracking devices — from Oura Rings and Apple Watches to TempDrop, MyFitnessPal, Garmin, Whoop bands and beyond — and share our honest thoughts on whether these tools are genuinely helping us… or quietly making us mor...

Ever feel like winter hits… and suddenly everyone around you is coughing, sneezing, and dropping like flies?  In this episode, we’re sharing 5 simple but powerful ways to prepare your body for winter — because while getting the occasional cold is part of being human, feeling constantly run-down doesn’t have to be. We unpack the foundations of immune resilience — from seasonal living and nervous sy...

Ever had a weird symptom and thought… “is this normal… or is something living in me?” Hate to break it to you… but it’s more common than you think. In this episode, we're diving into the not-so-glamorous (but very real) world of worm infections; what they are, how you get them, and what to actually do if they decide to move in rent-free. We’re breaking down the five most common types of worms...

Ever stare into your fridge like it personally offended you… then end up ordering takeaway (again)? LOL, we get it. If cooking feels like a chore, a time-suck, or just one decision too many after a long day... this episode is for you. We break down how to eat well even if you're not someone who loves cooking; we’re talking real-life strategies for real-life humans — especially if you’re juggl...

If your child has just recovered from one bug… only to pick up the next one 48 hours later—this episode is for you. Because let’s be honest: daycare, school, and tiny humans with questionable hygiene habits? It’s basically a full-time immune system bootcamp. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to support your child’s immune system without panic, overwhelm, or throwing 47 supplements at them a...

Ever feel like everyone else has it together… and you’re the only one quietly unravelling behind the scenes? You're absolutely not alone. In this brutally honest episode, we pull back the curtain on what actually happens during stressful seasons for us...  because spoiler: even health practitioners are not immune to spirals, shutdowns, or smashing a few too many coffees to cope. We get super...

Ever feel like you could sleep 10 hours, drink a coffee… and still feel like a slightly conscious potato? 🫠 This episode is your reality check (and your roadmap). In this deep dive, we unpack why you’re actually so tired and spoiler alert: more sleep might not be the fix. We walk you through a holistic, no-fluff framework to help you figure out what’s really draining your energy; from the obvious...

If you’ve ever been told that PCOS automatically means infertility, this episode is here to clear a few things up… because the truth is much more nuanced than that. We unpack the real mechanisms behind PCOS-related fertility challenges, explain why ovulation can become irregular, and discuss the preconception strategies that can dramatically improve outcomes. If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, ar...

Ever looked in the mirror and thought 'Wait… when did my skin start doing that?!' In this episode, we’re deep diving into six key areas that may be quietly accelerating skin ageing - and the good news is, many of them are completely fixable once you know what to look for. The truth is, when it comes to skin health, the story goes far beyond serums and moisturisers. Your diet, digestion,...

Ever had that moment in your health journey where you think...'Is any of this actually working?!' You’re doing the supplements, changing your diet, prioritising sleep, trying to regulate your nervous system… and yet the symptoms you started with are still hanging around like an uninvited house guest. If you’re in that frustrating 'in-between' phase of healing where things are i...

Ever been told “it’s just PMS”… when what you’re experiencing feels so much bigger than that? This episode is here to set the record straight. In this episode we unpack PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder); a condition that goes far beyond “bad PMS,” yet is still widely misunderstood and under-diagnosed. We explore what PMDD actually looks like, why it can have such a profound impact on mood, re...

Ohhhh we went there in this one; we’re saying the quiet parts out loud. This episode is your lovingly-delivered reality check — the kind that might sting for a second… but could genuinely change your health trajectory. There’s a fine line between being supportive and being honest — and today, we’re choosing honest (with a side of compassion, promise). We’re sharing the tough love truths we often t...

Period pain. The monthly uninvited guest who shows up early, eats all your snacks, and refuses to leave quietly. In this episode, we’re sharing our go-to acute remedies for period pain — aka what actually earns a spot in your monthly toolkit. From targeted herbal support and strategic heat therapy to acupuncture, magnesium, and the small-but-mighty shifts that make a big difference, we break down...

Prenatal vitamins: essential? Yes. Confusing? Also yes. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on prenatal multivitamins — why one-size-fits-all doesn’t belong anywhere near pregnancy (or preconception), and why the most popular prenatal on the shelf is… not the hero it claims to be. We break down what actually matters in a prenatal, key nutrients to look for, and why we very intentionally do n...

If fibre feels confusing, boring, or like something you’ll “get to one day”… this episode is your gentle (but firm) nudge 😄 We break down why fibre deserves way more hype than it gets — and why it might actually be the missing piece in your gut, blood sugar, and digestion puzzle. We unpack the three main types of fibre (yes, there’s more than one) and you’ll learn who each type is best for, when...

If you’ve tried all the skincare things and your acne is still very much doing its own thing… this episode is for you. We zoom out from the bathroom cabinet and unpack 5 non-skincare strategies that can make a real difference - including how blue light (especially at night 👀) can mess with your skin, why blood sugar balance matters more than most people realise, and how red light therapy can supp...

Wellness trends are everywhere right now — and honestly, some deserve a gold star… while others need a gentle (or not-so-gentle) reality check 😅 In this episode, we put a few buzzy health trends under the microscope. We talk electrolytes and creatine — why they’ve suddenly become everyone’s favourite supplements, and whether they actually earn their hype when it comes to energy, focus, and perfor...

Let’s be honest... the oral glucose tolerance test is nobody’s idea of a good time . Gulping down a neon-sweet drink, feeling gross, and then anxiously waiting for numbers? Hard pass. Today we’re breaking down alternatives to the oral glucose tolerance test — what actually gives us useful data, who these options are best for, and why one-size-fits-all testing doesn’t belong in modern healthcare. L...