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In this enlightening episode we welcome back the highly esteemed Rebecca Edwards, Director of Education at Activated Probiotics, to dive into the emerging and critical topic of the oral microbiome. The conversation covers the fundamental aspects of the oral microbiome, its significant links to brain health, Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular issues, pregnancy outcomes, immune health, and even COVID-19 predispositions. Rebecca reveals the frightening realities of oral bacteria, including the pathways through which oral health can influence systemic conditions like Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis. The podcast also emphasises practical actions for maintaining oral hygiene, the role of diet and hydration, and the groundbreaking potential of oral probiotics. Additionally, the episode provides a sneak peek into the upcoming Activated Probiotics Symposium, featuring a stellar lineup of speakers and groundbreaking topics aimed at shifting paradigms in healthcare.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:03:19 The importance of oral hygiene03:51 Understanding the oral microbiome06:45 The oral microbiome and public health09:05 The rise of microbiome interest post-COVID16:25 The oral microbiome's impact on brain health24:43 The role of dental plaque and gum disease29:49 Oral health and systemic diseases35:34 Call to action for practitioners38:19 The impact of COVID on healthcare39:28 Oral health and genetic predispositions41:29 The importance of dental care accessibility42:48 Rethinking mouthwash and bacteria45:26 Diet and oral microbiome48:02 Cardiovascular health and oral hygiene53:19 Probiotics for oral health59:13 Practical tips for oral hygiene01:03:04 Upcoming probiotic symposiumTickets to Activated Probiotics Symposium here:https://events.humanitix.com/activated-probiotics-symposium-2025Activated Probiotics instagram:https://www.instagram.com/activatedprobiotics/References to the oral microbiome:Kanagasingam S, von Ruhland C, Welbury R, Singhrao S K. Antimicrobial, polarizing light, and paired helical filament properties of fragmented tau peptides of selected putative gingipains. J Alzheimers Dis 2022; doi: 10.3233/JAD-220486.Kanagasingam S, von Ruhland C, Welbury R, Chukkapalli S S, Singhrao S K. Porphyromonas gingivalis conditioned medium induces amyloidogenic processing of the amyloid-β Protein precursor upon in vitro infection of SH-SY5Y cells. J Alzheimers Dis Rep 2022; doi: 10.3233/ADR-220029.Haditsch U, Roth T, Rodriguez L, Hancock S, Cecere T, Nguyen M, Arastu-Kapur S, Broce S, Raha D, Lynch CC, Holsinger LJ, Dominy SS, Ermini F. Alzheimer's Disease-Like Neurodegeneration in Porphyromonas gingivalis Infected Neurons with Persistent Expression of Active Gingipains. J Alzheimers Dis. 2020;75(4):1361-1376. doi: 10.3233/JAD-200393. PMID: 32390638; PMCID: PMC7369049.Stephen S. Dominy et al. ,Porphyromonas gingivalis in Alzheimer’s disease brains: Evidence for disease causation and treatment with small-molecule inhibitors.Sci. Adv.5,eaau3333(2019).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.aau3333The Oral-Gut-Brain AXIS: The Influence of Microbes in Alzheimer’s DiseaseNarengaowa1, Wei Kong1, Fei Lan1, Umer Farooq Awan2, Hong Qing1* and Junjun Ni1*References to all 11 studies on Biome BreatheRanjith, A., Nazimudeen, N. Bin, & Baiju, K. V. (2022). Probiotic mouthwash as an adjunct to mechanical therapy in the treatment of stage II periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial. International Journal of Dental Hygiene, 20(2), 415–421. https://doi.org/10.1111/idh.12589Doppalapudi, R., Vundavalli, S., & Prabhat, M. (2020). Effect of probiotic bacteria on oral Candida in head‑ and neck‑radiotherapy patients: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, 6(3), 470–477. https://doi.org/10.4103/jcrt.JCRTThakkar, P. K., Imranulla, M., Kumar, P. G. N., Prashant, G. M., Sakeenabi, B., & Sushanth, V. H. (2013). Effect of probiotic mouthrinse on dental plaque accumulation: A randomized controlled trial. Dentistry and Medical Research|, 1(1), 7–12.Purunaik, S., Thippeswamy, H. M., & Chavan, S. S. (2014). To Evaluate the Effect of Probiotic Mouthrinse on Plaque and Gingivitis among 15-16 Year Old School Children of Mysore City, India- Randomized Controlled Trial. Global Journal of Medical Research, 14(4), 9–14.Jothika, M., Vanajassun, Pp., & Someshwar, B. (2015). Effectiveness of probiotic, chlorhexidine and fluoride mouthwash against Streptococcus mutans - randomised, single-blind, in-vivo study. Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry, 5(7), 44. https://doi.org/10.4103/2231-0762.156153Jindal, G., Pandey, R. K., Agarwal, J., & Singh, M. (2011). A comparative evaluation of probiotics on salivary mutans streptococci counts in Indian children. European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry, 12(4), 211–215. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03262809Manikandan, S., Behera, S., Karthikeyan, R., Niranjana, A., Bharathan, R., & Mohammed, O. B. (2020). Effect of green tea extract mouthrinse and probiotic mouthrinse on salivary pH in a group of schoolchildren: An in vivo study. Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences, 12(5), 404. https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.JPBS_119_20Jindal, V., Mahajan, N., Goel, A., Kaur, R., Mahajan, A., & Malhotra, P. (2017). Clinical efficacy of probiotic mouthwash in the treatment of gingivitis patients in Himachal population. Journal of the International Clinical Dental Research Organization, 9(1), 41. https://doi.org/10.4103/2231-0754.207386Deshmukh, M. A., Dodamani, A. S., Karibasappa, G., Khairnar, M. R., Naik, R. G., & Jadhav, H. C. (2017). Comparative evaluation of the efficacy of probiotic, herbal and chlorhexidine mouthwash on gingival health: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 11(3), ZC13–ZC16. https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2017/23891.9462Sharma, P., Datta, G., Gandhi, K., & Kumar, D. (2019). A comparative evaluation of efficacy of probiotic and chlorhexidine mouthrinses on gingival health and plaque accumulation in 6-9 year old children. International Journal of Applied Dental Sciences, 5(1), 156–162. http://www.oraljournal.com/archives/2019/5/1/C/5-1-43Doppalapudi, R., Vundavalli, S., & Prabhat, M. P. V. (2020). Effect of probiotic bacteria on oral Candida in head‑ and neck‑radiotherapy patients: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, 16, 470–477. https://doi.org/10.4103/jcrt.JCRT

***CONTENT WARNING: this episode discuss PTSD, trauma, and sexual abuse*** If you’re needing help here’s a list of support lines: Lifeline - 13 11 14. Beyond Blue (03) 9810 6100 Domestic Violence Hotline - 1800 RESPECT PANDA: Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia - 1300 726 306 _________________________________________________ No, it’s not all in your head. It’s your hormones! Joined by one of Australia’s greats in the female-centered psychiatry space - Professor Jayashri Kulkarni - this episode takes a deep dive into the way a woman or AFAB’s brain goes through three critical brain changes across her life. These include puberty, pregnancy and menopause. And if those phases weren’t already challenging enough, we also explore debilitating female-specific conditions including PMDD and post-natal depression, and what the latest research shows us around their predispositions and best treatments. As the Professor of the department of psychiatry for Monash University and the Director of the HER Centre Australia, Jayashri has dedicated her life’s work to changing the way we see and treat ill-mental health experienced by women. Hey Sister! https://heysister.com/ Use code: JADEENDO20 for 20% off The Endo Care Collective Course: https://courses.jadewalker.com.au/endo-care-collective

Join us for a compelling episode featuring Patti Kendall (@patti_k on insta), a resilient woman who's navigated the challenging landscape of living with adenomyosis. Adenomyosis, often overshadowed by its more recognised counterpart endometriosis, affects millions worldwide, yet remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Patti shares her personal journey, shedding light on the often-dismissed symptoms that began to surface. Despite multiple ultrasounds, adenomyosis remained elusive until a breakthrough moment finally brought clarity to her years-long struggle. In this candid conversation, Patti delves into the complexities of intimacy, dating, and relationships while managing adenomyosis, confronting taboos and dispelling myths along the way. She offers invaluable insights into navigating the intricacies of managing adenomyosis, from lifestyle adjustments to medical interventions, empowering listeners with practical strategies for enhancing their quality of life. 💜 Support this Podcast & Buy Me a Coffee shorturl.at/rvDV4 💜 Hey Sister! https://heysister.com/ Use code: JADEENDO20 for 20% off FB Group with Endo Specialists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturalmedicineforendo/ The Endo Care Collective: https://courses.jadewalker.com.au/endo-care-collective

In today’s enlightening episode, I welcome Joanna Morris, a leading pelvic floor physiotherapist and the innovative co-founder of the endometriosis app, Matilda. Joanna shares her invaluable insights into why pelvic floor physiotherapy is a crucial approach for individuals battling endometriosis. From identifying the signs of an overactive pelvic floor to debunking common misconceptions about kegel exercises, Joanna provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and improving pelvic health. Furthermore, she gives us an exclusive look into Matilda, the app designed to revolutionize the way endometriosis care is accessed and delivered. Join us as we dive deep into the world of pelvic health, uncovering essential tips and groundbreaking resources for those affected by endometriosis. KEY SHOW NOTES: Matilda: https://www.matilda.health/ https://www.instagram.com/matilda_health/ Body Logic Physio - Perth: https://pelvichealth.physio/ Tightly Wound on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMfz0h1srew Hey Sister! https://heysister.com/ Use code: JADEENDO20 for 20% off FB Group with Endo Specialists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturalmedicineforendo/ The Endo Care Collective: https://courses.jadewalker.com.au/endo-care-collective

Have you ever wandered what TCM and acupuncture is? Do you think it's just "woo woo"? Well the truth is, there is a lot of solid scientific evidence for this modality, particularly when it comes to fertility and female health. So to explain this incredible modality, we have Dr Hannah Watson from Acupuncture Wellness Co in Geelong, Victoria. She's a Dr of Traditional Chinese Medicine who has a strong track record for helping women reduce their pain, regulate their periods and help more women fall pregnant. 💜 Support this Podcast & Buy Me a Coffee shorturl.at/rvDV4 💜

If you want to learn about the latest research in specific probiotic strains and their impact on the gut and beyond, then you do not want to miss this episode. Today we welcome Naturopath and head of the clinical education team for Biome Australia/manufacturers of Activated Probiotics, Rebecca Edwards. From probiotics for iron absorption, to fertility, this episode will blow you away. www.jadewalker.com.au

In this episode I continue the store on with my horror yoga class and what happened next, coming to a diagnosis, the frustration when it came time for a trying for a baby, the moment I realised I wasn't being told everything on my ultrasound report, and the moment I finally got a diagnosis. For more info head to www.jadewalker.com.au. For the March special Endometriosis Package head to www.endobundle.jadewalkerhealth.com

In today's episode we meet Dannii Orawiec (pronounced Oh-rah-vietz). Dannii shares with us her inspirational story of how she lives symptom free with MS, using specific protocols. She takes us through the moment she experienced her first symptom, coming up against road blocks to being diagnosed under different diagnostic criteria in NZ, to finally receiving a different opinion in Australia. What's mnost inspiring, is that Dannii chooses to not let this be her identify, and now helps to motivate others to epically thrive in the same way. Find Dannii on instagram at @danniiorawiec.

Do you find yourself scrolling the social feeds and catch yourself wishing you could be like THAT influencer? Or have you been sucked into empty promises from the latest "clean eating" bandwagon ebook with a sweet price tag? Get comfortable, because today we're dishing the dirt on the murky waters of unqualified influencers touting unsolicited advice to their followers. A little trigger warning: Julz and I go a little deep on opening up around our own past battles with body dysmorphia, eating disorders and insecurities. Whilst it's raw, it's a conversation that needs to be had.

Could myotherapy be the missing link to correcting your musculoskeletal system? Today you'll learn what this holistic body-centred modality is, as well as: What’s the difference between dry needling and acupuncture. Why muscle “knots” don’t exist. How to get the motivation to finally love exercise. What’s facia and why it’s so important in myotherapy. The difference between myo cupping and TCM cupping, and how myo cupping can help with tight muscles

Ever been to Asia and got yourself a bad case of traveller's diarrhoea? You’re planning your next big trip, you've healed your gut and you're worried you'll undo all your hard work? Then this podcast's for you.