The JCN Clinic Podcast Show

In todays episode of the JCN Clinic Podcast Show Carissa and Jessica discuss two case studies provided by listeners. They break down complex cases showing how getting to the core of the health problem is always the most pertinent aspect of creating long lasting and significant change. They highlight that even within a plethora of symptoms how understanding the mutiple layers that lead to a health...

In this episode of the JCN Clinic Podcast show Jessica and Carissa are joined by Shannon Stokes from Mums & Bubs Nutrition & Natology here in Brisbane. As their special guest Shan helps unpack: • The building blocks for pre conception care • The most important things woman can do nutritionally for preconception care • How much you should be eating during pregnancy regarding increased demand and th...

In todays episode of The JCN Podcast Show Jessica and Carissa delve deeper into the foundations of carbohydrates. They discuss what exactly a carbohydrate is, what a carbohydrate is made up of and how a carbohydrate is broken down and absorbed within our digestive system. The also chat over the difference between “complex carbohydrates” and “simple carbohydrate”, whilst highlighting which foods fi...

In todays episode of The JCN Podcast Show Jessica and Carissa chat all about the Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), with note on other popular forms of contraception. They discuss: • What is the OCP and how it works, alongside other forms of contraception • The different types of OCP available • Why woman are put on the OCP outside the realms of contraception itself • What are the side effects of the...

After some ‘interesting’ comments on social media, Jessica and Carissa break down in today’s podcast the significance of calories pertaining to weight. They discuss where calories fit within the spectrum of modifying weight and why metabolic and social factors cannot be ignored, specifically in relation to bio-individuality. The JCN Clinic podcast is a place where Jessica and Carissa get real abou...

In today’s podcast Jessica and Carissa discuss a case study provided by a listener, bringing together numerous topics discussed to date on the show in a ‘real life’ manner. They show why unpacking a health condition and getting to the core of the issue is so vital, instead of treating the signs and symptoms. Jess and Carissa demonstrate how issues pertaining to fertility correlate back to the gut...

In todays episode Jessica and Carissa chat with Karra King from Australian Natural Food Co about the importance of eating organic meat. They discuss what to look for when purchasing organic meat, why eating nose to tail is so important for our health and environmental sustainability, the nutritional benefits of eating organic meat alongside the benefits of eating organic grass fed meat v grain fee...

In today's podcast Jess and Carissa discuss the often taboo topic (for woman in particular) of the inability to gain weight. Though weight loss is an obsessive topic in our western culture, for many gaining weight is fraught with just as many challenges. Therefore, Jess and Carissa chat about: * What a dietary intake should generally look like for someone trying to gain weight * Common misconcepti...

In todays episode Jess and Carissa discuss how to eat around exercise to maximise results for not only your physical goals, but also your overall health. Jess and Carissa chat over the most common signs and symptoms they see in practice when people are not eating the right food to support their training. They also look at how to use food smartly as pre and post work out fuel. Jess and Carissa addi...

In todays bonus episode Jess and Carissa discuss the multifaceted area of mental health, with JCN Nutritionist, Emma Tarrant. They discuss the relationship between our mental wellbeing and our digestion, nutrient status, hormones and HPA axis, alongside the importance of individualised treatment and stress management. Emma shares her personal journey through mental health and how a holistic and fu...

In todays episode Jessica and Carissa discuss the Ketogenic Diet and the use of ketone esters as supplementation. They discuss the positive aspects associated with the ketogenic diet in close accordance to its history of use and research to date. Jess and Carissa additionally give warning to the potential negative health outcomes associated with the ketogenic diet seen first hand through clinic ex...

Jess and Carissa come to you today from Melbourne, on the conclusion of the Bioceuticals Symposium for 2018. Over the past 3 days they have listened to outstanding speakers in the field of autoimmunity and immune dysfunction, inclusive of Dr Terry Wahls, Dr Amy Myers, Dr Elisa Song and Prof. Yehunda Shoenfeld. In todays episode they discuss the key points from each presenter and relate it to the p...

In todays podcast Jess and Carissa discuss the variations of fasting and the most current scientific research in the new emerging area of Intermittent Fasting and the Fasting Mimicking Diet. They chat about the associated health advantages and the most common health conditions that may benefit from fasting. They also discuss the risks associated from a psychological, emotional and physical perspec...

In Episode 20 of The JCN Podcast Show Jessica and Carissa discuss yeast overgrowth, commonly referred to as candida or ‘thrush’. They cover what a yeast overgrowth actually is and why it can be so resilient, what are the common signs and symptoms of yeast overgrowth and how to test for it. As always Jess and Carissa also talk about how to approach treatment of yeast overgrowth in a individualised...

This week on The JCN Podcast Show Jessica and Carissa chat with Jess Cheney, Nutritionist at The JCN Clinic, about the vital role that a positive mindset plays in the road to health. Jess Cheney is super passionate about supporting and helping clients understand their emotional barriers that often become road blocks to changes. The JCN team discuss self-sabotage, the role of the client in healing...

In today's podcast Jessica and Carissa discuss eating outside of the walls of your own kitchen. They cover bought meals during the work week, weekend brunches, dining out alongside meal options when travelling interstate or overseas. They talk about what to look for, how to choose good options and more importantly, how to educate yourself in regards to creating a balanced meal with the variations...

In today’s episode Jessica and Carissa breakdown methylation and MHTFR. They discuss what exactly methylation is and why it is so important, the role of MHTFR and how it fits into the picture of methylation, methylation polymorphisms, along with the plethora of health issues associated with defective methylation. Jessica and Carissa also talk passionately about why methylation should also be taken...

In todays episode Jessica and Carissa discuss the plethora of health issues than can cause fatigue. From every day tiredness, to iron deficiency, to chronic fatigue they talk over the most common underlying conditions associated with fatigue. Today’s episode is not to be missed if you are struggling with understanding why you are constantly tired and worn out. The JCN Clinic podcast is a place whe...

The first podcast of 2018 brings you a discussion on all things Detoxing! Jessica and Carissa talk about what detoxing actually is, the role the liver plays alongside the gut, skin, kidneys and lymphatics. They also discuss signs you may need to detoxify and finally, how to detoxify properly as opposed to the glamorised juice fasting and tea-toxing out there. For anyone considering a New Year heal...

In todays pre Christmas podcast Jessica and Carissa chat all about how to navigate the holiday period with multiple office parties, social gatherings and family affairs centred on food and alcohol. They provide easy to implement tips to help get you through the holiday season feeling healthy and ideally, without succumbing to excessive overindulgence. The JCN Clinic podcast is a place where Jessic...

Today Jess and Carissa delve deeper into the SIBO diet and discuss why an individualised approach is so vital. They chat about why a SIBO diet should never be black and white and why flexibility and diversity within the diet is so important. Jess and Carissa also cover how to follow a SIBO diet from a vegetarian or vegan perspective along with options for protein outside of an over abundance of me...

In today’s episode, Jessica and Carissa delve deep into Macronutrients. As the underlying foundation of a well balanced diet, macronutrients are essential for a healthy lifestyle. Jess and Carissa chat about what macronutrients are, what foods contain each macronutrient, how much you should be aiming to eat per meal and what are the best sources. Show notes: • Essential amino acids – histadine, is...

In Episode 12 Jessica and Carissa talk about the importance of a healthy bowel movement. The discuss what a healthy stool should look like, how often you should be going and what you don’t want to be seeing in the toilet bowl. The leave no stone unturned, so if you’re squeamish about toilet talk then perhaps save this podcast for a food free time. The JCN Clinic podcast is a place where Jessica an...

In today’s show Jessica and Carissa discuss the cornerstones of living an everyday healthy life in regards to nutrition and lifestyle. They discuss key areas such as macronutrient balance, food preparation and the importance of organisation, exercise and stress management. The also cover popular health tips such as apple cider vinegar and oil pulling while additionally sharing their own personal w...

In todays episode Jessica and Carissa discuss food intolerances, an area of gut health that they treat on a daily basis at The JCN Clinic. Jess and Carissa chat about the difference between food intolerances to food allergies, the different types of food intolerance reactions, the best methods of testing, how they treat food intolerances and so much more! The JCN Clinic podcast is a place where Je...