My interview with Dr Traill Dowie took much longer than normal since we lost track of time chatting face to face and became absorbed in so many fascinating talks covering a wide range of issues. I also had the opportunity to recognise how well this episode fits in with the other episodes I've done over the past months and years. This Healthy Bite allows me to reflect and share my thoughts on the things we discussed, as well as the high points of our conversation, and so much more. ---- You can a...
Apr 14, 2022•17 min
Today's episode is a little different because I had the pleasure of catching up with my guest in my own home studio and we did the interview face to face, which reminded me of what I believe we've all learned as a result of this pandemic. And that is, while we have access to online communication, nothing beats talking and looking at people's faces and examining body language and facial expressions and experiencing that connection with someone, which I had the pleasure of doing today. My guest is...
Apr 11, 2022•59 min
This week on the podcast, I spoke with Integrative Psychologist, Nigel Denning. We covered many different areas that made me reflect on some wars we are facing then and now. Tune in as I go through some key points from my talk with Nigel Denning, what Nigel thought is the biggest challenge of this health journey we’re in, Mind Medicine Institute, and so much more. ---- You can also watch this episode at https://drronehrlich.com/ ----- TIME TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH? Join me in my online hea...
Apr 07, 2022•17 min
In what ways do psychedelics help? Today, let’s explore the world of psychedelics, integrative psychology, mental health, the pandemic, and a whole range of other things. My guest today is Nigel Denning. Nigel is a Counselling Psychologist in private practise, working with individuals, couples and families. He studied in Australia and overseas with many current leaders in psychological research and theories, including Dan Siegel, John Gottman, Alan Schore, the late Michael White and as well as t...
Apr 04, 2022•59 min
Holistic health encompasses more than just the physical body; it also includes aspects of the mind. Join me in this Healthy Bite as I talk about holistic healing, the highlights of my discussion with Dr Jim Papadopoulos, the pandemic and so much more. ---- You can also watch this episode at https://drronehrlich.com/ ----- TIME TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH? Join me in my online health programs. ----- CONNECT WITH ME You can ask questions via social media using my Instagram or Facebook or TikTok...
Mar 31, 2022•15 min
Do you know that there is a specialist who can help you with your sleep problems, too? We've talked a lot about getting adequate sleep, but I don't think we've covered everything there is to know about it. Today, we are talking to one of Australia's leading experts in this field. It's Dr Jim Papadopoulos. Jim is a Paediatric, Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician. He is widely known for his work with sleep studies in children, and in particular children with special needs, orthodontic problem...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Lessons from the past is a theme I’ve been exploring for quite a while now. How these lessons inform our future is a really exciting concept. In this Healthy Bite, let’s talk about Tyson Yunkaporta’s book, Sand Talk. Through the eyes of an Indigenous person, he attempts to convey a picture of the modern world to his readers. I also recommend two other books that you could read about Indigenous culture. Listen to the full episode to find out! ---- You can also watch this episode at https://drrone...
Mar 24, 2022•14 min
How much more could we discover if we listened more intently and made a deeper connection with the land from an indigenous perspective? My guest today is Tyson Yunkaporta. Tyson is an academic, an art critic, and a researcher who belongs to the Apalech Clan in far north Queensland. He carves traditional tools and weapons and also works as a senior lecturer in Indigenous Knowledge at Deakin University in Melbourne. We explored indigenous economics, systems reform, colonization, accountability, he...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min
As you know in our previous Healthy Bite episodes, we have identified many “Ps” on how we approach this pandemic. Well, I have another P that I think is a great addition to this list. This week, I had Dr Ross Walker as a guest to give us the annual healthy heart checkup we all need. Join me in this Healthy Bite as I talk about the leading cause of death globally, how much do we need a coronary calcium score and insulin resistance. Let’s also touch on the pandemic, vaccines, and so much more. ---...
Mar 17, 2022•31 min
When should you go to the doctor for a heart checkup? Today, it’s time for our annual check-up with a cardiologist, (and my good friend) Dr Ross Walker. Dr Ross Walker is an Integrative Cardiologist practicing in Sydney, Australia. A prolific communicator with his own radio show “Healthy Living” airing Sunday nights on 2GB Sydney, Ross offers a wealth of information. For more on Dr Ross Walker, head to his website: https://www.drrosswalker.com/ For more on Sydney Heart Health Clinic: https://syd...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Sadly, in our health system, whether we’re talking about chronic disease management, whether we’re talking about mental health, physical health, whether we are talking even about the pandemic I have identified this list of Ps that seem to drive our approach in many of our approaches to health in our system. Join me in this Healthy Bite as I talk about immune function, the Ps affecting our approach in this pandemic, and the highlights of my conversation with Dr Olivia Lesslar. ---- You can also w...
Mar 10, 2022•24 min
Throughout the pandemic, there has been a question that has been on many of our minds, “does natural immunity still exist?” That’s the topic for this week’s episode. In my conversation with Dr Olivia Lesslar, we discuss the importance of nutrition in developing immunity to disease, what can be done nutritionally, the importance of sleep, the importance of light therapy and so much more. Dr Olivia Lesslar is a functional medicine practitioner with an interest in complex chronic conditions. She is...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 1 min
In this Healthy Bite, we are going to focus on personalised medicine. If you listen to your body, look back and review your family history, and we do get this report card in every single day, which gives us a clue as to how healthy we are, how our digestive system is doing, whether we are in good balance with our microbiome. Tune in as we also discuss the highlights of my conversation with Gerald Quigley. ---- You can also watch this episode at https://drronehrlich.com/ ----- TIME TO TAKE CONTRO...
Mar 03, 2022•17 min
Have you ever heard of ubiquinol? Would you ever use it? If you’ve ever considered using it or are unsure if it’s for you, then this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. In this episode, we are continuing our journey through biochemistry. Understanding how our body works means realising that it’s not just medication that will help us get better (if we’re unwell), but knowing that the body has a natural ability to heal itself. My guest today is Gerald Quigley. Gerald is a practising Community ...
Feb 28, 2022•44 min
Hello and welcome to Healthy Bite. In this week's episode, I spoke to science writer Dr Todd Penberthy, and we covered quite a range of topics. He's had some amazing mentors in his life. He alerted me to Vitamin B3, the legendary doctor Abram Hoffer, who is the Father of Integrative Psychiatry and the work of a South African doctor called Dr Shankar Chetty. And Todd is very passionate about his science. I've had the pleasure of connecting with him through my association with the Orthomolecular M...
Feb 25, 2022•17 min
Hello and welcome to another Unstress. The science in medicine is our topic today, and my guest is Todd Penberthy. Todd has a PhD in Research and Scientific Research. He's a science writer, his subjects of interest include Diabetes, Oncology, Integrative Psychiatry, which is what we touch on in this podcast. We talked a lot about the power of a particular nutrient, I won’t spoil it for you. We talked about one of the legends in Integrative Psychiatry and author of Molecular Medicine, Dr Abram Ho...
Feb 21, 2022•49 min
Hello and welcome to another Healthy Bite. Now this week, I had the pleasure of speaking to Admiral Chris Barrie. Chris was the Chief of the Defence Force from 1998 to the year 2002. It was such a great discussion. We talked about PTSD. Chris shared with me, which was rather surprising, that every Australian is affected to some degree by this condition because so many people suffer from it. And it's not just returned servicemen that are the issue, it is people who have traumatic experiences in t...
Feb 17, 2022•9 min
Hello and welcome to Unstress. Now, this week's episode is about PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and we are going to learn what a huge and growing problem this is. Something that affects almost every Australian in one way or another. My guest for today is Admiral Chris Barrie. Admiral Barrie retired from over 41 years of active service in the Royal Australian Navy, and as the Chief of the Defence Force(CDF) in July 2002. Since retirement from the military, he has concentrated his work on ...
Feb 14, 2022•49 min
Welcome to another Unstress Summer Series. In this episode, Grant Hilliard joins me to discuss being an ethical omnivore. Grant is the co-author of the wonderful book 'The Ethical Omnivore' and co-owner of a fantastic butcher in Sydney - Feather and Bone. Grant champions regenerative agriculture and whole animal consumption throughout his work. In this episode, we discuss honouring the whole animal throughout their life, which also means how they are managed. ---- You can also watch this episo...
Feb 10, 2022•59 min
Hello and welcome to another Summer Series. Today we are going to be talking about Sleep Wrecked Kids: Helping Parents Raise Happy, Healthy Kids, One Sleep At A Time. We’re going to be talking about myofunctional therapy, which is a term some of you may not be familiar with. But after this podcast, you will be and you’ll realize its relevance to each and every one of you. My guest today is Sharon Moore, speech pathologist, oral myologist, and author of Sleep Wrecked Kids. I hope you enjoy this c...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Welcome to another episode of the Summer Series. Today, we are going to talk about a very interesting subject. The secret to living a healthier life is breathing well for as long as you can, and there is a difference between breathing and breathing well. We dip into our archives this week to bring you a series on the importance of breath. Todays' episode, Dr Rosalba Courtney, joins us to explore life in the breath and some tips for breathing. What does it mean to breathe well? Why is this so imp...
Feb 03, 2022•42 min
Welcome to another episode of Summer Series. Today, we are going to explore a key deficiency. Now, we’ve often talked about the importance of soils and one of the biggest deficiencies in soils are magnesium, selenium, and zinc. And magnesium, as you will hear, is a critically important element to so many functions within the body, over a thousand functions within the body. My guest today is Dr. Carolyn Dean. She’s a medical doctor and a naturopath. What a great combination. She’s the author of o...
Jan 31, 2022•50 min
Welcome to another episode of Unstress Summer Series. Well, today we are going to explore two themes, actually, one about being hooked on devices and programmes and our modern world, and the other is how to become “indistractable.” Do you have trouble focusing or working without distraction? Well if so, this week’s episode is for you. I spoke with Nir Eyal. Nir writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. He is the best-selling author of Hooked: H...
Jan 27, 2022•42 min
Welcome to another Summer In today’s episode, I am talking about the elephant in the room. The confusing and often contradictory public health messages. How these are crafted and why. The science in medicine and who or what informs that. Is that always evidence-based? And the positive opportunities out of this pandemic. As I honestly believe we could emerge from this pandemic reflecting on our entire approach to health care and emerge a healthier society, individuals and a society and a planet. ...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 30 min
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Summer Series. Well, today we’re going to explore Digital Nutrition, digital superfoods, and how to deal with the digital world we find ourselves in. My guest today is Jocelyn Brewer. Jocelyn is a registered psychologist who is changing the way we think about how we use digital technology. Her philosophy of “digital nutrition” aims to optimise your wellbeing and improve your digital literacy online and advocates tips for better cyber-psychological heal...
Jan 20, 2022•44 min
Welcome to another episode of the Summer Series. This week, Dr Howard Hindin joins me to talk about "GASP" or airway health as a hidden path to wellness, the yin and yang of heart rate variability, and his 4 pillars of health. A graduate of New York University College of Dentistry, Dr. Howard Hindin is trained in all aspects of general dentistry, with an early emphasis on surgery and endodontia. Since the 1990s, his practice has also focused on cosmetic dentistry, temporomandibular joint disorde...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Summer Series. Today, we are going to explore immune function with Dr Michael Gonzalez. Michael is a professor at the Nutritional Program School of Public Health, University of Puerto Rico. In our talk, we discuss ways to optimize immune function best, the influence of vitamin C on cancer treatment, and explore the long-term complexities involved in undertaking diets ranging from low carb, veganism, and carnivorism. CREDITS: Host: Dr Ron Erhlich Guest:...
Jan 13, 2022•44 min
Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Unstress Summer Series. Today, I want to turn our focus on regenerative agriculture. In line with this, I'd like to look back and share my conversation from September last year with Helena Norberg-Hodge. Have you heard the expression “Think globally, act locally”? Today, we are going to explore both terms: Globalisation and Localisation. My guest today is author and filmmaker, Helena Norberg-Hodge, a pioneer of the local economy movement. She is t...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Unstress Summer Series. This time, I want to turn the focus to where our public health messages are coming from. For this, I’d like to share my conversation from earlier this year with Belinda Fettke. Belinda is the wife of Gary Fettke, an Orthopaedic Surgeon practising in Launceston, Tasmania, who has come under scrutiny for his research into the influence of Seventh Day Adventism and Cereal companies impact on creating dietary guidelines. In our...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Hello and welcome to the Unstress Summer Series. For the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing with you some of my favourite episodes from the archives. And for our first episode of our summer series, it feels appropriate to share my conversation from earlier this year with Dr Richard Cheng. A practising physician, public health educator and public speaker whose work integrates conventional medicine with anti-ageing medicine, orthomolecular medicine and functional medicine. Dr Richard offers unique pe...
Jan 03, 2022•54 min
