The Nuanced Naturopaths

Today we discuss the benefits and limits of functional testing, emphasizing patient-centred, tailored decisions rather than blanket protocols, especially given cost and the value of thorough history, case taking, and clinical exams. We explain that tests are snapshots in time, results can be delayed, and fundamentals like sleep, circadian rhythm, hydration, nutrition, and nervous system regulation can be addressed while waiting, noting some supplements and diet changes can skew results. We share examples where genomic testing clarified B-vitamin needs, and where hair mineral analysis plus gut and organic acids testing revealed toxic copper driving mineral transport issues. We contrast comprehensive testing with GP panels, detailing the DUTCH test’s broader hormone, metabolite, toxin, cortisol, and melatonin insights and the importance of timing hormone testing seven days post-ovulation. They also outline advanced stool testing methods and markers, discuss celiac-related findings, and frame genetic risk as modifiable by environment.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Why Functional Testing Matters00:32 Test Don’t Guess Debate02:23 Keeping Testing Patient Centered04:03 What To Do While Waiting05:48 When Patients Request Tests07:43 Case Study Hair Minerals Copper11:22 Avoiding Blanket Test Funnels12:57 DUTCH Test vs Standard Hormones15:58 Estrogen Metabolism and Risk18:07 Timing Hormone Tests Right19:52 Cycle Tracking and Perimenopause21:00 Progesterone in Men22:15 Advanced Stool Testing23:05 Metagenomics and Cultures25:21 Inflammation and Celiac Markers27:09 Gluten and Autoimmunity28:30 GP Tests vs Comprehensive Panels29:11 Parasites Candida and Terrain31:51 Health Focused Genomics35:30 Methylation and Fertility Risk36:22 Genes Environment and Wrap Up39:37 Podcast Outro and Events~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

In this episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood topic of menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We explore the nuances of menopause and perimenopause, the evolving conversations around it, and the physical and emotional challenges women face during this natural transition. We discuss the controversial history of HRT, including the flawed Women's Health Initiative and Million Women Study that led to a drastic reduction in HRT prescriptions. We also touch on the recent removal of the black box warning on HRT products in the US and what this means for women considering these therapies. The importance of distinguishing between synthetic progestins and bioidentical hormones is emphasized, alongside the need for personalized, holistic approaches to manage menopausal symptoms. We invite you to contemplate the potential gifts of menopause and advocate for a balance between natural health practices and medical interventions. Join us for an in-depth, nuanced conversation that aims to empower women navigating this significant life stage.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction and Theme Song Confusion01:13 Welcoming the Audience03:21 Introducing the Topic: Menopause and HRT07:09 Understanding Menopause and Perimenopause09:45 Factors Influencing Perimenopause Experience12:22 Emotional and Mental Health During Menopause16:33 Hormone Replacement Therapy: Historical Context18:20 Critique of Past Studies on HRT23:28 Misunderstandings and Misuse of HRT27:58 Black Box Warning on HRT Removed28:40 Impact of Black Box Warning on Prescriptions29:40 Personal Stories and Experiences with HRT30:38 Exploring the Safety and Dosage of HRT31:26 Natural vs. Pharmaceutical Approaches33:21 Advocating for Women's Health and Natural Cycles42:11 Marketing and Pharmaceutical Influence46:54 The Role of Menopausal Women in Society49:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

*We discuss birth trauma in the first portion of this episode. If this is a topic you may find uncomfortable, please skip to 17:20-25:00 of the episode*Today we dive deep into menstrual cycles and how Karinda uses her cycle as a spiritual practice, the impact of the pill (which teen Karinda was once on), and an unexpected chat about childbirth, frankly sharing how we feel about natural vs medicalised approaches. As always, we discuss our personal experiences, and Julie guides Karinda through some questioning on the causes behind her irregular cycles this year. We also explore the spiritual practice of menstruation, societal attitudes towards periods, and the historical and cultural context of birth practices. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about women's health, spirituality, and the power of embracing our natural cycles.MENTIONED IN THIS EP:Buy our pre-loved health books on Marketplace!: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1504126500863399/The Book Eve by Cat Bohannon: https://www.catbohannon.com/home/eveTIMESTAMPS00:24 Welcome to The Nuanced Naturopaths00:48 Healthy Drink Discussion01:50 Human Eating Habits02:38 Human Evolution and Cooperation04:21 Reading Habits and Tips10:52 Spiritual Practice of Menstruation17:20 Modern Birth Practices and Challenges21:33 Embracing Life and Death21:50 Medical Interventions in Childbirth22:17 Trauma and Unnecessary Interventions22:33 The Impact of Birth Trauma22:50 Personal Experiences with Medical Interventions24:50 Advocating for Yourself in Childbirth25:39 The Importance of Education and Autonomy29:01 Reflecting on Past Experiences32:23 The Pill and Its Effects38:53 Addressing Root Causes of Health Issues42:32 Learning and Growing Through Life46:16 Conclusion and Listener Engagement~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

In this episode, Julie and Karinda dive deep into the often misunderstood world of Vitamin D. From an in-depth discussion on its history, functions, and the difference between Vitamin D obtained via sunlight versus supplementation, this episode covers it all. They explore emerging research that reveals Vitamin D is more akin to a hormone than a vitamin and discuss the critical roles it plays in our bodies, such as regulating bone health, modulating the immune system, and even its potential anti-cancer benefits. The episode also delves into the importance of natural sunlight exposure, the insufficiency of vitamin D supplementation alone, and the surprising relationship between vitamin D and melatonin. Tune in for a comprehensive exploration that challenges common misconceptions and emphasizes the elegance of natural biochemical processes. ~MENTIONED IN THIS EP:https://www.jforresternaturopath.com.au/blog/vitamin-d-sunshinehttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9066576/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7692961/https://etymologyworld.com/item/vitaminhttps://youtu.be/wQJlGHVmdrA?si=CaYWb_9sVtqVauWShttps://holisticprimarycare.net/topics/nutrition-a-lifestyle/sulfate-the-most-common-nutritional-deficiency-you-ve-never-heard-of/~TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction and Jingle Brainstorming01:22 Welcome and Episode Overview02:27 Debunking Vitamin D Myths03:24 Historical Context of Vitamin D06:25 Vitamin D and Health Misconceptions10:24 The Role of Sunlight in Vitamin D Production17:38 Challenges of Vitamin D Supplementation30:27 Sunlight Exposure and Health Benefits35:39 The Cooling Power of Trees36:47 Vitamin D3 Sulfate and Cholesterol Sulfate40:26 The Role of Melatonin43:16 The Importance of Sunlight and Darkness53:02 Vitamin D's Multifaceted Benefits01:00:27 Historical Insights on Vitamins01:02:17 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

*NOTE: Huge audio-visual sync issue for most of this episode. Karinda's brain couldn't handle fixing it. Sorry, video watchers!In this light-hearted (but always informative!) episode, acknowledging we're more 'edu-comedy' than strictly education, we dive into the implications of over-supplementation, focusing primarily on vitamin B6 and its side effects, such as peripheral neuropathy. We cover the quality and sources of nutrients in the Australian diet, and the importance of proper supplementation guidance. They also touch on the efficacy and concerns surrounding gummy supplements (you might hate us), frozen vegetables (you might be surprised at our thoughts!), and the role of probiotics. Come laugh at silly marketing with us.~MENTIONED IN THIS EP:"Food Sources of Nutrients" compiled by Dr Antigone Kouris-BlazosJulie's online shop for magnesium creams, medicinal mushrooms & herbal teas~TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:26 Defining Edu-Comedy02:46 Supplement Concerns and TGA Announcement03:31 Peripheral Neuropathy and B603:59 Diet and Vitamin B607:38 Supplement Self-Prescribing Risks18:05 Supplement Review Sessions20:45 Reacting to a Unique Ad22:29 Odd Journey with Germs23:34 Marketing Strategies and Probiotics25:50 Gummies and Supplements31:48 Frozen vs Fresh Vegetables35:51 Vitamin C and Nutrient Retention42:11 Julie's Online Store and Products45:23 Engage with us!~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

In this episode of the Nuanced Naturopaths, we explore the often misunderstood condition of lipedema. We discuss its symptoms, how it differs from lymphedema (which it's often confused with) and the importance of hormones, especially estrogen, in its development. We highlight the role of chronic inflammation, the unique characteristics of lipedema fat, and how it resists conventional weight loss methods. Plus, we delve into holistic, naturopathic treatments, including diet, herbal remedies, stress management, and the critical role of circadian rhythm (surprise, surprise!) in managing this condition.~MENTIONED IN THIS EP:⁠https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK573066/https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jpi.12965https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8583809/Lymph Love Club on Instagramhttps://lipedemaproject.org/lipedema-support-community/https://www.facebook.com/groups/1194013721968427/https://www.inspire.com/groups/the-lipedema-project/https://www.reddit.com/r/lipedema/~TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:17 Meet the Hosts: Karinda and Julie02:41 Episode Topic: Lipedema06:33 Understanding Lipedema: Symptoms and Diagnosis12:09 Comparing Lipedema and Lymphedema21:44 Pathophysiology of Lipedema36:01 Understanding LymphoScintigraphy37:26 Conventional Treatment Strategies for Lymphedema and Lipedema40:29 Complementary Medicine Approaches41:39 Anti-Inflammatory Diet and Nutritional Support45:51 Hormonal Influence on Lipedema55:37 Differences Between Lipedema Fat and Regular Fat01:04:04 Naturopathic Treatment Strategies for Lipedema01:08:51 Circadian Rhythm and Insulin Resistance01:16:06 Conclusion and Support Resources~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.~The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

*CORRECTION: At 18:59, we start talking about nasal "turbicles". We say this word a lot. We get excited, and even question if "turbicles" is the right word, before agreeing that it's the right word, and carrying on. Future editing Karinda realises we in fact meant to say "nasal turbinates" - not turbicles. Turbicles aren't a thing. You're cordially invited to laugh at our mistake. You can suss out what these look like and their function hereIN THIS EP:We dive deep into the practice of mouth taping and its impressive benefits for sleep quality and overall health. We go through our personal experiences with mouth taping, different types of tapes, and address common concerns and misconceptions (we get it, it seems odd at first, or scary at most!). Let's explore the link between nasal breathing, nitric oxide production, and improved oxygenation and recovery, and how mouth taping can aid in reducing snoring and sleep apnea. As always, you'll get a mix of science, personal anecdotes, tidbits of advice and a good ole laugh.MOUTH TAPE WE USE:Karinda uses this oneJulie uses this oneMaybe this one is more ideal for kidsWe also recommend a petroleum-free, natural lip balm to apply before popping on your tape, so it's easier to remove in the morning. Be careful not to use too muchTIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter02:43 Health Benefits of Jamu06:45 Mouth Taping: An Unconventional Sleep Hack08:17 The Science Behind Mouth Taping13:14 Practical Tips and Personal Experiences25:27 Nose Breathing and Nitric Oxide25:59 Diaphragmatic Breathing and Vagus Nerve27:16 Turmeric and Vagus Nerve Activation27:38 Breathing Techniques for Calmness28:32 Nasal Breathing for Athletic Performance30:40 Mouth Taping Methods and Recommendations31:26 Mouth Taping Experiences and Tips35:00 Mouth Taping for Snoring and Sleep Apnea38:01 Glymphatic System and Sleep40:14 Mouth Taping Products and Environmental Considerations49:12 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠here⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership hereConnect with us on Instagram~CONNECT WITH JULIE:⁠Email⁠⁠Website⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA:⁠Email⁠⁠Website⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Book in with KarindaDISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

Join Karinda and Julie as they delve into the complexities and misconceptions surrounding the popular pain reliever paracetamol (acetaminophen). Responding to insights from Professor Kerry Bone, they discuss the potential side effects and risks associated with paracetamol, especially when used long-term. The conversation highlights the importance of questioning mainstream medical advice and considering holistic approaches to managing pain. Watch now to learn more about the nuanced impacts of paracetamol and alternative pain management strategies.TIME STAMPS00:50 Discussing Paracetamol and Side Effects03:45 New Study on Paracetamol Risks04:55 Perceived Safety vs. Actual Risks11:06 Holistic Approaches to Pain Management21:47 Challenges in Medication Management25:48 Conclusion and Call to Action~Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠here⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests.Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership hereConnect with us on InstagramSupport the podcast by shopping at Block Blue Light~CONNECT WITH JULIE~CONNECT WITH KARINDA~DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above.DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

One thing that drugs, supplements & herbal medicines have in common is that they can produce undesired outcomes, also known as side effects. But what are side effects, really? And why do they occur? We get knee-deep in nuance in this ep, also covering the recent Vitamin B6 toxicity controversy and a big (but often overlooked) problem with our nation’s beloved Panadol (paracetamol). Welcome back! MENTIONED IN THIS EP: Check out Julie's Free Library Talks (Feb-Apr 2025) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2019.109252 Pharmaceutical drugs Report PDF summary here RACGP Fact Sheet here ABC News article covering the Vitamin B6 concerns ~ Reach out to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the podcast AND your health by shopping at ⁠Block Blue Light here⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE ~ CONNECT WITH KARINDA ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

In this episode we look at the nuance in the discussion around fat, and obesity and what it means in terms of health. You literally can’t judge a book by its chunky cover, nor can you decide that a skinny ‘book’ is healthy either. This episode reveals the tip of the iceberg in the discussion about body weight, fat gain, fat loss and what we, as a society, think about it. We uncover nuance in the terminology of the adipostat (body weight set point), obesogens, lipedema, the recent change to the food landscape and a holistic look at the meaning of health. **Correction: When talking about fatty liver Julie said ‘visceral fat within the liver’ when meant to use the term ‘ectopic fat’. Check out this new article "Obese and Healthy" which summarises our points in this episode. Further nuance: We open the can of worms that is excess body fat to examine the nuance around using body size to determine one's state of health. We are not saying that carrying excess body fat is innately healthy - but, nor is it always unhealthy! Nor is it a direct product of food and lifestyle choices, necessarily. Medical practitioners, gym instructors, and the general public often look at body weight as a ‘one size fits all’ determinant of health and can unfairly apply judgement, or in some cases diagnoses, or other assumptions inappropriately. The resulting guilt and shame can be arguably more damaging than the cardiometabolic implications that excess fat sometimes carries. Equally, overlooking these risk factors in people of slimmer build can be dangerous, being thin or even athletic does not guarantee good overall health. This episode is only the tip of the iceberg in the discussion about body weight, fat gain, fat loss and what we, as a society, think about it. ~ Reach out to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the podcast AND your health by shopping at Block Blue Light here ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE ~ CONNECT WITH KARINDA ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

MENTIONED IN THIS EP: hCG Diet Nuanced & Nourished Hub - Join the waitlist! ~ Reach out to the ⁠Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠here⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠ ⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠Email⁠ ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Book in with Julie⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠Email⁠ ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Book in with Karinda⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

Today we were lucky enough to have a chat with Dr Michael Thomsen (PhD, Medical Herbalist and Naturopath). We talk about his study of naturopathy compared to our more recent experience of uni, his mentors in naturopathy, the union of biomedical healthcare with naturopathic healthcare and his journey for writing the very popular Phytotherapy Desk Reference. He is an experienced naturopath and herbalist with over 30 years experience, a PhD from Sydney University Medical School and a Master of Science from Graduate School of Integrative Medicine at Swinburne University. Michael has extensive industry experience as past technical manager of leading herbal medicine companies in Australia. He is the author of the popular Phytotherapy Desk Reference now in its fourth edition having sold 16,000 copies worldwide. The Phytotherapy Desk Reference is now also an online web application with additional features including herb-drug interactions. At 41:33 we start talking about Michael’s book & app, the Phytotherapy Desk Reference, which we know is very popular with our colleagues and will be incredibly handy for our student listeners! LINKS: Phytotherapy Desk Reference BloodAge Analysis MENTIONS: Health Technology Assessment Full eBook Health Technology Assessment Synopsis Current progress of the potential reinstatement of Naturopathy for Health Insurance HMB Supplement as mentioned Experts on Michael’s radar & who he follows: Dr Gil Carvalho | Nutrition made simple Dr Peter Attia | The Drive Simon Hill | The Proof Plant Chompers (Chris MacAskill) Sigma Nutrition | Danny Lennon Rhonda Patrick | Found My Fitness ~ Reach out to the ⁠Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠here⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠ ⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠Email⁠ ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Book in with Julie⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠Email⁠ ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Book in with Karinda⁠ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!