In this powerful and fast-paced episode, Dr Helena Popovic joins our fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir to reframe dementia as a call to action, a starting point for transformation, not a sign of end of life. Drawing from personal experience as her father’s carer as he encroached dementia and decades of clinical research, Helena explains how lifestyle, mindset, diet, and movement profoundly influence brain health. From the dangers of excess fructose and the promise of the keto...
May 12, 2025
Naturopath Keonie Moore shares in-depth clinical experience on managing Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections (PANDAS) with Ambassador Emma Sutherland. Together they define the key differences between PANDAS and PANS, as well as the the common triggers, signs and symptoms to help clinicians pinpoint the condition - including an overview of the research history backing this relatively newly understood condition. They also discuss the immune-base...
May 05, 2025
In this episode of fx Medicine by BioCeuticals, host Lisa Costa-Bir speaks with naturopathic physician and nootropic expert Dr Greg Kelly about the evolving role of nootropics in supporting cognitive performance. Greg shares how plant-based and nutritional compounds - including bacopa (Bacopa monnieri), saffron (Crocus sativus), gotu kola (Centella asiatica), alpinia (Alpinia galanga), L-theanine, and nicotinamide riboside - can enhance focus, memory, motivation, and mental energy. The conversat...
Apr 28, 2025
Dr Deanna Minich provides a comprehensive exploration of the diverse aspects of melatonin, offering a deeper understanding of the mechanisms and benefits of this sleep-associated neurotransmitter. The discussion, hosted by fx Medicine by BioCeuticals Ambassador Dr Adrian Lopresti, covers the different types of melatonin in the body, shedding light on its production sites and widespread presence across body systems. The episode also explores the connection between melatonin and the gut, its impac...
Apr 21, 2025
In part two of our Perspectives podcast series on sleep, host Dr Adrian Lopresti is joined by our fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassadors Dr Michelle Woolhouse, Emma Sutherland, Lisa Costa-Bir and Mick Alexander to delve deeper into integrative treatment strategies for sleep disorders. Shifting the focus from assessment to intervention, the team discusses pharmaceutical options such as benzodiazepines, SSRIs, and melatonin, while emphasising the value of holistic, personalised care. Through deta...
Apr 14, 2025
Dr Nicholas Kardaras, psychologist, international speaker and author describes the physical and psychological impact excessive screen time has on both adults and children. Together with our ambassador, Dr Adrian Lopresti, Nicholas describes the addictive nature of excessive screen and the impact this has on dopaminergic function, likening it to substance abuse. As a psychologist, Nicholas looks to the behavioural implications of screen use in children, describing the connection between screen ti...
Apr 07, 2025
In part one of our newly revamped Perspectives podcast, hosted by Dr Adrian Lopresti, our fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassadors Dr Michelle Woolhouse, Emma Sutherland, Lisa Costa-Bir and Mick Alexander explore the fascinating world of sleep. This episode dives into myths surrounding sleep, such as we can train ourselves to function on less sleep or that timing doesn’t matter as long as we get enough hours. The team uncovers the pathophysiology of insomnia, examining the roles of neurotransmitt...
Mar 31, 2025
Dr Frank Cahill, clinical psychologist and insomnia specialist, joins fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador and psychologist Dr Adrian Lopresti to explore the understanding and treatment of insomnia. Nearly half of Australian adults report sleep issues, with a rise in cases observed at Frank’s practice during the pandemic. Drawing on his extensive experience, Frank explains homeostatic sleep drive (sleep pressure) and how identifying and adjusting sleep habits can help realign sleep patterns. F...
Mar 24, 2025
In this episode of fx Medicine by BioCeuticals, host Dr Adrian Lopresti interviews Dr Nenad Naumovski, a leading researcher in food science and human nutrition at the University of Canberra. Dr Naumovski delves into his pioneering research on L-theanine, a non-proteinogenic amino acid found in green tea, highlighting its potential to improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive function. Dr. Nenad discusses how L-theanine impacts neurotransmitters and increases alpha waves in the ...
Mar 17, 2025
Professor Peter Drummond, Murdoch University's Director of the Centre for Research on Chronic Pain, and our Ambassador Dr Adrian Lopresti explore the relationship pain has with thoughts, emotions, mental health and sleep. The discussion begins with Prof Drummond exploring the influence of thoughts and emotions on one’s perception of pain with a detailed discussion on various pathways that pain travels through the brain which results in the experience of feeling pain. Pyschological state seems to...
Mar 10, 2025
In this episode, Emma Sutherland hosts Christine Pope, a naturopath, nutritionist and homeopath, to explore strategies for healthy ageing. With Australia’s ageing population on the rise, Christine highlights the role of diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation in extending healthspan, not just lifespan. Christine delves into the key biomarkers for ageing, such as insulin resistance, inflammation, and thyroid function. She discusses the nutrient deficiencies most common in older adults - par...
Mar 03, 2025
Integrative GP Dr. Lily Tomas dives into the many complexities involved in fibromyalgia, a condition underpinned by chronic, systemic inflammation and neuroinflammation. Our Ambassador Dr. Michelle Woolhouse opens the conversation discussing the many aetiologies of fibromyalgia which include oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, mast cell activation, microglia activation, peripheral and central sensitisation. They discuss common risk factors such as Vitamin D deficiency, gut health, and a...
Feb 24, 2025
Join Alyssa Tait in an insightful conversation with Lisa Costa-Bir, where they dive deep into pelvic floor health and women's health. Alyssa, a pelvic physiotherapist, naturopath, and nutritionist, covers a wide range of topics, including pelvic pain, anorectal continence, urinary incontinence, and prolapse. Discover the "inverse circus tent" analogy and learn how to ask the right questions to encourage sharing without inducing shame or embarrassment. Alyssa highlights key risk factors for pelvi...
Feb 17, 2025
Join Naturopath Sandra Villela and our Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir as they discuss and dispel some of the myths around Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), a condition that affects and estimated three to eight percent of women. PMDD, both a gynaecological and mental health disorder is an under-recognised disorder that is riddled with misconceptions around the role of excess oestrogen. Together, Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest research including PMDD sufferers' sensitivity to normal hormone f...
Feb 10, 2025
In this episode, Emma Sutherland hosts Dr Miranda Myles, an integrative naturopath, clinical nutritionist, and acupuncturist, to discuss the complex topic of iodine in clinical practice. Miranda, a thought leader in women's health and fertility, shares her insights on iodine's role in thyroid function and its broader health implications. This discussion explores iodine and its components, examining its biochemical transformation and role in thyroid hormone production, while highlighting the infl...
Feb 03, 2025
Paul Clayton is joined by fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Dr Adrian Lopresti, who together deep dive into the role of PEA in all conditions (beyond pain), and where PEA can relieve symptoms and support resolution. Paul is an advocate of lifestyle and nutrition in the prevention and management of disease. As a pharmaconutritionist, Paul understands the vital importance of how nutrition impacts chronic disease, and the role that chronic inflammation plays in driving ageing, as well as the o...
Jan 27, 2025
In this episode, Dr Adrian Lopresti interviews Dr Simon Rosenbaum, an academic exercise physiologist, about the intersection of physical activity and mental health. Simon shares insights from his extensive research, highlighting how exercise can be used as therapy to serve as both a preventative measure and a treatment for mental health conditions, particularly depression, anxiety and minimising the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and its associated comorbidities and its associ...
Jan 19, 2025
Leah Hechtman, well respected naturopathic practitioner, and reproductive health expert, explores the pain associated with endometriosis and the emerging understanding of adjusted neurological pathways through a woman’s life experiences that can shapes her perception of pain. She is joined by FX Medicine ambassador, Emma Sutherland, who delves into the concepts of the neurocircuitry that occurs in women with endometrial pain, and explores why some women may or may not feel pain depending on the ...
Jan 13, 2025
With our ambassador, Emma Sutherland, Andrew describes the challenges in obtaining an endometriosis diagnosis for patients, and provides us with the clinical signs he attributes to endometriosis. Andrew describes the challenges endometriosis patients may experience in finding appropriate pain relief, and of the many causes of pelvic pain often attributed to endometriosis. We hear Andrew’s preferred holistic strategies to support an endometriosis patient, and of the importance of a collaborative ...
Jan 06, 2025
In part two of our series on endometriosis, Professor Jon Wardle provides us with an update on endometriosis research including his work on the Endo at Work project, designed to identify the challenges faced by endometriosis patients in the workplace. Jon shares his motivations for transitioning into endometriosis research and how it aligns with his naturopathic approach to healthcare. Our ambassador Emma Sutherland and Jon discuss the opportunities complementary health practitioners have in sup...
Dec 30, 2024
In this week's podcast replay Ambassador Emma Sutherland speaks with Natarsha Terreiro, an endometriosis patient, endo warrior and New South Wales coordinator of Endometriosis Australia, about her personal experience with endometriosis. Natarsha shares her symptoms, the process to diagnosis and how she manages her flare up. Importantly, Natarsha shares her experience with the mental and emotional load of living with a chronic disease and how others can provide support to patients with endometrio...
Dec 23, 2024
In this week’s podcast Dr Arun Dhir, a gastroenterology surgeon, clinical researcher and author of Happy Gut, Healthy Weight, joins Dr Michelle Woolhouse as they delve into the crucial connection between gut health and various chronic conditions, including Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and its links with obesity. 1 in 5 people experience GORD on a weekly basis and in this episode, Dr Arun discusses his algorithm for investigating an individual presenting with GORD. Dr Arun also talks ...
Dec 16, 2024
Join Dr Kristina Harris Jackson, omega-3 specialist, and fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador, Emma Sutherland, as they deep dive into fish oils. As healthcare professionals we understand the value of omega 3s but having a full understanding of their origins, quality, specific functions, optimal dosing and safety during various life stages can be confusing. This podcast covers all of those aspects – backed up by some impressive research. Dr Harris and Emma discuss the GOED’s stance of fish and...
Dec 09, 2024
In this week’s podcast episode, join physician and educator, Dr Terry Wahls who shares her compelling health journey with multiple sclerosis and how she targeted her mitochondria with the use of functional medicine interventions, to intervene in the disease progression. Dr Terry Wahls joins fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador, Dr Michelle Woolhouse to share her personal story from diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative decline, and the amazing impact that taking control of her own...
Dec 02, 2024
In a world that has felt weighty in recent times, we shift the discussion towards the pursuit of happiness as Dr Timothy Sharp shares his knowledge on the principles of positive psychology. Tim shares his CHOOSE acronym with our ambassador, Dr Adrian Lopresti, that is designed to support you and your clients to not only reduce stress, anxiety and negative thoughts, but also to elevate their mood and outlook to one of positivity and happiness. Tim describes the importance of optimism based on rea...
Nov 25, 2024
This is a high energy conversation with renowned preventative cardiologist Dr Ross Walker and fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Dr Michelle Woolhouse. Dr Walker makes the specialist field of preventative cardiology accessible; he does this through his use of insightful explanations and well-crafted analogies from his 45 years of practice. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and its active form ubiquinol, take centre stage in this discussion, including Dr Ross Walker’s use of ubiquinol in cardiovascular di...
Nov 18, 2024
Naturopath and herbalist Sandra Villella and fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir explore the case of the lean polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) patient. Sandra shares her clinical expertise in the management of the lean PCOS patient, offering insights into the differences between the classic PCOS phenotype. Join the two naturopaths as they discuss differential diagnoses, signs and symptoms, comorbidities, and risk factors as well as relevant pathology testing to provide patien...
Nov 11, 2024
In this week’s podcast episode, naturopathic sports nutritionist Kira Sutherland identifies the complex issue of weight loss and elaborates on the multifactorial issues that we as healthcare professionals must identify and manage with our patients to ensure effective treatment outcomes. fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Emma Sutherland joins Kira to identify these issues, and offer up clinical knowledge, as well as look at the latest research which identifies the underlying drivers of weigh...
Nov 04, 2024
In a world complicated by complex and conflicting diets, Dr Veronique Chachay shares the differences between intermittent fasting, calorie restricted and time restricted eating and dispels the confusion around the health benefits of these protocols. Dr Veronique Chachay, Lecturer and Research Academic, shares the history and metabolic benefits of intermittent fasting, calorie restriction and time restricted eating and the challenges associated with studying these protocols with our ambassador, D...
Oct 28, 2024
Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation on the complex journey of perimenopause and menopause, looking at this important life stage from the four perspectives of our fx Medicine ambassadors in part two of our two-part series. In part two of our Four Perspectives podcast, Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation with our fx Medicine ambassadors Lisa Costa-Bir, Dr Adrian Lopresti, Dr Michelle Woolhouse, and Emma Sutherland, exploring the complexities of the menopausal journey an...
Oct 21, 2024
