With the start of the winter season and an abundance of viruses circulating in offices, schools and childcare, revisiting our incredibly informative podcast on immunity is timely. Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation with our four ambassadors, Dr Adrian Lopresti, Dr Damian Kristoff, Emma Sutherland and Dr Michelle Woolhouse, all from different modalities and perspectives looking at immunity. Key foundational concepts such as holism and interconnectedness, self care and the importanc...
Jun 13, 2022
Dr. Gemma Sharp shares her knowledge on the origins of body image and the social and environmental influences on body image throughout the lifespan with our ambassador Dr. Michelle Woolhouse. Gemma is a clinical psychologist, founder, leader and senior research fellow of the Body Image Research Unit at The Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre. Gemma and Michelle explore the foundations of body image and discuss the impact puberty, pregnancy and menopause can have on a person’s body image as ...
Jun 06, 2022
With high rates of chronic disease, mental health and less physical activity exacerbated by COVID lockdowns, exercise physiology is the focus of our latest podcast. Accredited exercise physiologist, Ben Southam and Dr. Damian Kristoff discuss opportunities to include exercise physiology in a collaborative care model for our patients. Ben and Damian bust the perception that exercise physiologists are all about squats and lunges, and discuss the complimentary nature of exercise physiology, how eac...
May 30, 2022
In 2020, up to 15% of Australians aged between 16-85 year reported high or very high levels of psychological distress and 3.4 million people sought saw a health professional for mental health support. In our latest podcast, Professor Michael Berk and Dr. Adrian Lopresti share the latest research on the association between inflammation and mental health conditions. They discuss the latest treatments for common mental health conditions and the associated research, as well as covering the challenge...
May 23, 2022
The World Health Organisation has suggested that between 10-50% of Australian buildings may be adversely impacted by the presence of mould. Consequently, mould-related illness or Chronic Inflammatory Respiratory Syndrome (CIRS) is something that practitioners are seeing an increase of in clinic – and we are aware of now more than ever on the back of the recent floods. We chat with Dr Sandeep Gupta, integrative GP and leading expert in Australia on mould and biotoxin illness to learn more about h...
May 16, 2022
With such high rates of fertility and inflammatory conditions associated with reproductive health, women’s health Dr. Andrea Huddleston is back talking with Dr. Damian Kristoff in this second part of our podcast series on the biomechanics of reproductive health covering the final of 5 ‘S’s’. In part 1 of our series, Andrea shared the ways that spinal position and stress impacted women’s health and reproductive health. In this second instalment of the podcast series, Andrea shares her final 3 S’s...
May 09, 2022
In part one of our two part podcast, Dr. Andrea Huddleston, naturopath and chiropractor and expert in women’s health and reproductive medicine, speaks with our ambassador Dr. Damian Kristoff about women’s health and reproductive dysfunction. Andrea shares two of her top five causative factors associated with hormonal dysfunction starting with stress and spinal position, both of which are strongly associated with hormonal imbalance and uterine positioning. Andrea and Damian discuss the prevalence...
May 02, 2022
Psychedelics are psychoactive plants that produce hallucinogenic or mind-altering effects and represent an emerging treatment protocol in the management of chronic and acute mental health conditions. We are in the midst of a mental health epidemic, and the need for more creative treatments is pressing. For years the psychedelic space was left to the ‘psychonauts’ to explore. However, now with recent demand on mental health treatments and increased governmental interest in this area, psychedelics...
Apr 25, 2022
Dr. Michelle Woolhouse speaks with Dr. Veronique Chachay on the history and metabolic benefits of intermittent fasting, calorie restriction and time restricted eating and the challenges associated with studying these protocols. Veronique elaborates on the various forms of intermittent fasting and their role in both metabolism and weight management and how eating within a certain time of day may support the function of specific organs based on chrononutrition. Intermittent fasting has been associ...
Apr 18, 2022
Join renowned chiropractor and researcher Dr. Carlo Rinaudo as he explores the connection between the body, brain and our vestibular system and our capacity for neuroplasticity with our ambassador, Dr. Damian Kristof. Proprioception, the vestibular system and the senses inform the brain of the context of the body and Dr. Carlo shares with Damian the importance of change and challenge for the brain to encourage neuroplasticity and neurorehabilitation. Carlo shares the research on how to engage in...
Apr 11, 2022
Dr Sinan Ali, academic and researcher in stress physiology and hormone analysis, joins our ambassador Dr. Adrian Lopresti to discuss the use of hormone and biomarker analysis for the management of mental health conditions. Together they discuss the benefits (and the down-side) of using blood, urine, salivary and hair testing techniques and their application to provide further insight into a patient’s clinical presentation and to support clinical management. Sinan discusses current research suppo...
Apr 04, 2022
In this week’s timely podcast, Dr. Miranda Myles and our ambassador Emma Sutherland delve into the world of thyroid, liver and metabolic health as they discuss how to support clients experiencing metabolic imbalance. Dr. Miranda shares her clinical experience in identifying thyroid imbalances and how to determine what pathology tests are required and when, and importantly, how to interpret them in support of a client’s presentation. Emma and Dr. Miranda also cover differential diagnoses associat...
Mar 28, 2022
Join Dr. Michelle Woolhouse as she talks with gastroenterologist Dr. Pran Yoganathan about supporting clients through diet and lifestyle changes for better metabolic and digestive health. Understanding that current discourse around gut health, optimal diet and wellness is a complex, and confusing space, Dr. Pran Yoganathan focusses on simplifying dietary guidance to focus on the intake of dietary protein and fats, while working with individual patients to lower metabolic risk and imbalances. Dr....
Mar 21, 2022
In this episode we take a deep dive into the Chiropractic world in our latest podcast with Dr. Damian Kristof and Dr. Kelly Holt, the current President of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, renowned clinical researcher and PhD recipient. Damian and Kelly discuss the work Kelly is undertaking on the benefits of chiropractic treatments in the process of ageing for the prevention of falls through sensorimotor function improvement, prevention of neuro decline where we hear the familiar term “u...
Mar 14, 2022
In celebration of International Women’s Day, our ambassador Emma Sutherland revisits several of our recent podcasts featuring leading women practitioners and highlights the key clinical pearls that focus on supporting the health of the women in our lives. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/womens-health-clinical-pearls-emma-sutherland ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The info...
Mar 07, 2022
In this week's podcast, Emma Sutherland and academic, Naturopath and Acupuncturist, Moira Bradfield Strydom join together to discuss Moira’s work on the genitourinary microbiome. Together they discuss the clinical challenges of treating recurrent thrush, bacterial vaginosis and the vaginal microbiome and touch on the influence of oestrogen and other lifestyle factors on symptoms. Moira shares her clinical pearls on how to undertake a complete urogenital case history and how to ensure that tracki...
Feb 28, 2022
Dr. Adrian Lopresti talks with Dr. Judy Lovas, the Director of Art and Science of Relaxation and an expert on relaxation therapy in this week’s podcast. Together, they discuss techniques practitioners can adopt to support both themselves and their clients to reduce stress by adopting several relaxation techniques. Judy imparts her knowledge on the techniques of diaphragmatic breathing and immerses us in a guided imagery session while explaining the difference between stress and distress and the ...
Feb 21, 2022
Immunity continues to be the single most significant issue in the global health sector. The team at FX recognise the importance of having a timely conversation on immunity and the unique opportunity we have to discuss this from the different modality perspectives of our four ambassadors. Facilitated by Professor Lesley Braun following her recent research on Immunity in a Viral World – we look at immunity through the lens of Dr. Adrian Lopresti our psychologist, and his perspectives on the bidire...
Feb 14, 2022
The reputation of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) took a big hit following the release of the Women’s Health Initiative study, causing many women to abandon HRT. As a result, many women suffer debilitating, or life changing menopausal symptoms and increased cardiovascular and dementia risks. In this podcast, Dr Michelle Woolhouse interviews Professor Cassandra Szoeke on her extensive work on women’s health and the process of healthy ageing. Together, they discuss the impact of the groundbreaki...
Feb 07, 2022
How do we choose the right adaptogens for our patients? Dr. Adrian Lopresti and Naturopath and Herbalist Sophia Gerontakos discuss all things adaptogens - what they are, their mechanisms of action, how they affect the HPA axis, and best practices on prescribing them. Sophia also talks her findings from translating and studying Russian research on adaptogens and how we can not only apply that research to our own clinical practice, but use it to formulate new questions for future research as well....
Jan 31, 2022
How do we engage children during consults? What does it take to build a flourishing Naturopathic Paediatric practice? In today’s episode, Emma Sutherland and Kelly Gibson discuss their tips on how to successfully work with and treat paediatric patient, including how to engage and talk with kids, the key differences between age groups, and how to foster a child-friendly environment in your clinic. They also talk about how to build a successful and a financially viable clinical practice. Find toda...
Jan 24, 2022
What do screen time, tummy time and pureed food all have in common? They can drastically affect a child’s neurodevelopmental milestones. In this episode Dr Damian Kristof and PhD Researcher in Early Childhood Development Dr Genevieve Keating dive deep into how we can optimise healthy neurodevelopment in children through facilitating a strong body-brain connection. They discuss topics such as the importance of introducing solid foods at the right time for oral muscle development, how screen time ...
Jan 17, 2022
Those of use in caring professions have a tendency to put our patients first in all situations. Over time this can lead to burnout and anxiety, and our own health and wellbeing begins to deteriorate. What are some strategies we can use to ensure we prevent ourselves from falling into this space? And if we do experience burnout, how do we climb back out on the other side? Dr Michelle Woolhouse is joined by psychologist and wellness coach for doctors, Sharee Johnson in an insightful and timely con...
Jan 10, 2022
Emma Sutherland interviews powerhouse of knowledge and leader within the natural health industry, Leah Hechtman. In this candid conversation, Leah discusses her journey into natural medicine, why it’s important to constantly be learning, how to choose the right path at the right time. Leah also shares what drew her to complete her PhD as well as some of the challenges of parenting and how becoming a mother changed her practice. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine....
Jan 03, 2022
The holidays are here and 2021 is drawing to a close. It’s been a challenging year for many around the world – and self care for us as practitioners has never been more important. If you haven’t yet heard our episode on mental heath with Dr Lesley Braun and our four hosts, here's another opportunity to do so. The entire FX Medicine team wishes you a happy, healthy and festive holiday season. We can't wait to keep bringing you the latest in evidence-based integrative, functional, and complementar...
Dec 20, 2021
Lab diagnostics are critical for guiding and monitor treatment plans. But are we using them to their full potential? So often women’s hormone pathology results are viewed solely through the lens of fertility and reproduction. Listen in as Emma Sutherland and naturopath Rhiannon Hardingham discuss how these test results can be used for so much more: from identifying hormone dysregulation to determining overall health and wellbeing to getting a patient’s “mojo” back. Find today's transcript and sh...
Dec 13, 2021
“Everything that you do to help your mental and emotional health is a positive investment in your immunity.” In this episode, Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Professor Craig Hassed discuss the psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), including how the immune system and the brain talk to each other, the impact of trauma and stress on the immune system, and how mindfulness and meditation affects our DNA and longevity. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/emerging-import...
Dec 06, 2021
As practitioners we know there are strong links between nutrients and mental health, but can something as simple as a multivitamin improve stress resilience? Dr Adrian Lopresti is joined by clinical psychologist and researcher Dr Julia Rucklidge, who discusses the biochemistry of stress and her research into providing nutrients to people after extreme disasters such as earthquakes and terrorist attacks, as well as how we can translate this into our own clinical practice. Find today's transcript ...
Nov 29, 2021
Hot flushes. Night sweats. Weight gain. Insomnia. These are generally the first things that come to mind when we think about menopause, but did you know that the changes in oestrogen levels during this time also affects cognitive function, memory, and mood as well? Today Emma Sutherland talks with clinical neuropsychologist, researcher, and author Dr Nicola Gates about menopause, particularly the impact oestrogen has on brain function. They discuss the connections between oestrogen on memory and...
Nov 22, 2021
Imagine your patients getting together for an hour once a week, starting to build friendships, supporting each other and implementing the protocol that you gave them. That's powerful medicine. This week author, community builder, and healthcare entrepreneur James Maskell joins Dr Michelle Woolhouse for a conversation around how a community-based model of healthcare improves outcomes for patients, practitioners and society as a whole. They also discuss the potential for community medicine to comb...
Nov 15, 2021
