Think Better, Feel Better

How big of a role is stress playing in women's health? In today's episode we're talking to expert women's hormonal health naturopath, Georgia Marrion. Together, Bec & Georgia dive into the physiological, hormonal and wellbeing impacts stress is playing on women's health. They dive into how to identify when stress may be to blame for ongoing health issues, the testing that can provide clues to...

It would be easy enough to let a single diagnosis dictate the trajectory of your life. Let alone multiple chronic illnesses.  Today’s guest is Loz Antonenko , an inspiring fitness instructor, life coach and published author of a book titled, “ Get the F** Unstuck ”.  Throughout this episode, Loz shares how her personal health struggles became the catalyst for deep transformation—both men...

In this episode Bec is joined once again by Emrys Goldsworthy to explore the critical role of the vagus nerve in brain function, focusing on symptoms like brain fog, concentration issues, and memory.  Emrys explains how the autonomic nervous system influences these cognitive aspects, highlighting factors like toxin exposures, diet, and lifestyle impacts. He emphasises the importance of the va...

Mould illness is a chronic, systemic inflammatory attack on wellbeing. Yet, there is no accepted medical consensus for the diagnosis and treatment of mould illness, which forces many sufferers to take their wellbeing into their own hands. In this episode, we speak to Camilla Thompson, a prominent Australian biohacking and wellness advocate. Camilla shares her personal journey through the challenge...

It may shock you to learn that it’s only been within the last decade that scientists have been exploring the changes the female brain undergoes through puberty, pregnancy, parenthood and menopause.  In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr Sarah McKay , a renowned neuroscientist, author and educator who specialises in women's brain health. In this fascinating discussion, we explore the intrica...

Although histamine is most often associated with allergies and immune responses, it plays a much more multifaceted role in the body as a hormone, neurotransmitter, and immune system mediator.  In this episode, Bec is joined by chronic disease expert naturopath, Elizma Lambert to discuss the fascinating topics of mast cell activation syndrome, histamine, and their role in a leaky gut and leaky...

What we eat can have a profound impact on our present and future brain wellbeing. There are foods and food choices that complement our brain health and longevity and conversely, there are certain food groups that have strong evidence for compromising brain health. In this episode, Bec speaks with expert neurological health nutritionist Sonya Reynolds about the dietary approaches we can employ that...

Would it surprise you to learn that your vagus nerve can influence things like your gut motility, your stomach acid levels, your enzyme production and your heart rate? In this episode, we are joined by Emrys Goldworthy. Emrys is a musculoskeletal expert clinician, with a special interest in the therapeutic potential of the vagus nerve. He’s is also a published author, having recently released his...

The hormonal fluctuations of perimenopause can impact our brain and nervous system, leading to brain fog, mood swings, insomnia and other cognitive changes. In this episode, we are joined by women’s health expert, naturopath and nutritionist, Georgia Marion to shed light on why perimenopause can impact our brain health. Perimenopause is the phase leading up to menopause, and this transitionary per...

Astaxanthin might just be one of the most underrated performance-enhancing nootropics. With a rich portfolio of impressive science behind it, astaxanthin's benefits extend beyond cognitive health. It has been found to enhance muscle performance, increase endurance, and aid in recovery. Astaxanthin can protect cells from oxidative stress, improve mitochondrial function, and support the immune syste...

Protein is often associated with meeting the demands of bodybuilders and athletes, but its importance extends far beyond the realm of muscle growth and athletic performance. In fact, protein plays a crucial role in our overall health and wellbeing, including cognitive function. To delve deeper into the world of protein, we invited Nathan Harrington in for a chat. Nathan is a director from Phytothe...

Did you know mould illness can lead to dementia-like symptoms? In this podcast, we explore the impacts mould can have on the neurological system and the various symptoms that can arise from exposure to mould. Our guest is Lisa McDonald, a clinical naturopath and expert in mould illness and chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS). Lisa shares her personal experience with mould illness and how...

In this episode, we invited nutritionist and life coach Sonya Reynolds in to share her expertise on supporting neurological conditions through nutrition. Following Sonya's daughter's unexpected epilepsy diagnosis, she deployed her knowledge of diet and complementary medicine to drastically change her daughter's health. She now helps families in similar circumstances and has a special interest in a...

In this episode, Bec speaks to Christine Pope. A Sydney-based naturopath, nutritionist and homeopath with a special interest in cognitive health, healthy ageing, and women's health. Christine has developed her signature 'Ageing Outrageously" program to support her client's journey to age with vigour and vitality. Bec and Christine cover: How a surgical procedure left Christine with her own cogniti...