Metagenics Institute Podcast

Exploring the Complex Interplay Between Thyroid, the Immune System and Fat Mass with Rachel Arthur Jul 27, 2023

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

In this much-anticipated edition, we are joined by the renowned diagnostics educator and experienced naturopath, Rachel Arthur. Together with our host, Nathan Rose, they delve into the fascinating world of the thyroid gland and its interconnectedness with other crucial signalling factors such as leptin, hormones, and fat mass. Prepare to have your understanding of thyroid research reframed as they explore why attributing fat gain solely to the thyroid might not be the full story. Get ready for a captivating discussion on how excessive adipose tissue can lead to disruptions in thyroid function and the influence of macrophage types on endocrine balance. Rachel's remarkable ability to present complex concepts with her insightful analogies promises to make this episode both clinically relevant and entertaining!

Highlights:
15:36 minutes - Why increasing T3 isn’t the holy grail for fat mass.
20:31 minutes - Excess energy intake can be the greatest disruptor of gland architecture.
30:50 minutes - The role of fat mass and macrophages in thyroid function.
36:00 minutes - How inflammation and macrophage type can alter fat gain.

*Useful Links: *
https://rachelarthur.com.au/
https://rachelarthur.com.au/mastercourse-ii-thyroid-adrenal-diagnostics/

How Immersion Can Improve Your Mood, Energy and Performance with Dr Paul J. Zak Jun 21, 2023

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What if you could measure and improve your emotional fitness with an inexpensive wearable device and a free app? In this episode, we talk to Dr Paul Zak, a pioneer in the neuroscience of immersion and happiness, who has developed a groundbreaking technology that can do just that.
In this episode, you will learn:

• What is immersion and why is it important for our well-being and performance?

• How does immersion relate to dopamine and oxytocin, two key neurotransmitters that regulate our attention and emotions?

• How can you use Dr Zak’s technology to measure your immersion and psychological safety, and prevent or manage low mood and low energy?

Dr Paul Zak has spent the past two decades searching for signals within the brain to predict what brain’s value and if people will take action. This quest has resulted in discovering neuroscience that uncovered keys to happiness and joy, and more recently, potential clinical benefits in predicting low mood and burnout. In this episode, Paul describes his mapping of what he has dubbed ‘immersion’ – a unique neurological state of engagement that has tremendous predictive power and emerging clinical utility.

Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with Dr Paul Zak, who will share his insights and stories from his decades of research on the brain and happiness. Subscribe to the Metagenics Institute Podcast today and get ready to be immersed in the science of immersion.

Useful links:

• Merritt SH, Krouse M, Alogaily RS, Zak PJ. Continuous Neurophysiologic Data Accurately Predict Mood and Energy in the Elderly. Brain Sci. 2022;12(9):1240. Published 2022 Sep 14. doi:10.3390/brainsci12091240

• Immersion: The Science of the Extraordinary and the Source of Happiness

• Launch of Tuesday App

How bone hormones shape our health and longevity with Prof Gerard Karsently May 31, 2023

Bone is not just a passive scaffold that supports our body. It is also an active endocrine organ that secretes hormones that regulate various aspects of our physiology, from energy metabolism to brain function. One of these hormones is osteocalcin, which has been extensively studied by Gerard Karsently and his team at Columbia University. In this podcast, we will explore the fascinating discoveries that Karsently and his colleagues have made about osteocalcin and its role in health and disease.

Osteocalcin is a protein that is produced by bone cells called osteoblasts. It is then released into the bloodstream, where it can reach different organs and tissues and exert its effects. Osteocalcin has been shown to enhance insulin secretion by the pancreas, testosterone production by the testes, muscle function during exercise, memory formation and mood regulation by the brain, and even the ability to cope with stress. Osteocalcin also has anti-aging properties, as it can prevent or reverse some of the decline in physiological functions that occurs with age.

The levels of osteocalcin in the blood are not constant. They vary depending on several factors, such as diet, exercise, stress and age. These interactions create a complex network of communication between bone and other organs that helps to maintain homeostasis and adapt to changing conditions.

Karsently's research has opened new avenues for understanding the biology of bone and its impact on whole-body physiology. It has also revealed new potential therapeutic targets or strategies for treating or preventing various metabolic, reproductive, cognitive and emotional disorders. In this podcast, we will dive deeper into the fascinating world of osteocalcin and bone endocrinology with Gerard Karsently himself.

Useful Links:

Berger JM, Karsenty G. Osteocalcin and the physiology of danger. FEBS Lett. 2022;596(5):665-680. doi:10.1002/1873-3468.1425

The Sunny Side of Health: How Sun Exposure Can Prevent Chronic Diseases with Prof Prue Hart May 09, 2023

The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Sun exposure has been valued for its healing properties throughout history and across cultures. But too much of a good thing can be harmful, and in recent decades we have been warned about the risks of sunburn, skin ageing and skin cancer. However, our guest expert today argues that we may have gone too far in avoiding the sun, and that we are missing out on its vital benefits for our health and well-being.

Prof Prue Hart is a photoimmunologist who has been studying the effects of vitamin D and ultraviolet radiation (UVR) on health and disease for over 20 years. She has found evidence that insufficient sun exposure is linked to increased mortality and various chronic conditions, such as some cancers, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders. Moreover, she has discovered that these benefits are not only due to vitamin D production, but also to other molecules that are activated by UVR, such as nitric oxide and urocanic acid.

In this podcast, Prof Hart will explain how these molecules work in our body, and how they can help us prevent or treat diseases such as COVID-19 and multiple sclerosis. She will also share some practical tips on how to balance sun exposure and protect our skin health. Join us for this enlightening conversation on the sunny side of health.

Links:

Alfredsson L, Armstrong BK, Butterfield DA, et al. Insufficient Sun Exposure Has Become a Real Public Health Problem. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2020;17(14):5014. Published 2020 Jul 13. doi:10.3390/ijerph17145014

Hart PH, Norval M. The Multiple Roles of Urocanic Acid in Health and Disease. J Invest Dermatol. 2021;141(3):496-502. doi:10.1016/j.jid.2020.07.017

What You Need to Know About POTS: A Neurologist’s Perspective – Dr Brent Goodman Apr 18, 2023

The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Do you know what POTS is? It’s a chronic disorder that affects many young women. It causes problems with the autonomic nervous system, which controls the heart rate and other functions. People with POTS experience a rapid increase in heart rate, dizziness, fatigue, nausea and other symptoms when they stand up. POTS is poorly understood and has few effective treatments. However, some dedicated clinicians are working hard to find solutions and help patients. One of them is Dr Brent Goodman, a neurologist and director of the Autonomic Laboratory & Clinic at the Mayo Clinic in Scotsdale, Arizona. He is also on the Medical Advisory Board for Dysautonomia International.

In this episode, you will learn:

· How POTS was discovered and how it affects the body

· What are some of the possible causes of POTS, such as viral infection, physical trauma, autoimmunity and cardiovascular dysfunction

· How POTS is related to other conditions, such as migraine, chronic fatigue, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS)

· What are some of the current treatment options for POTS, especially through diet and lifestyle changes

· What are some of the emerging therapies for POTS and what are the challenges and opportunities for future research

This podcast is essential for anyone who wants to understand POTS and dysautonomia better and help their patients cope with this debilitating disorder.

*Links: *

Vernino S, Bourne KM, Stiles LE, et al. Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS): State of the science and clinical care from a 2019 National Institutes of Health Expert Consensus Meeting - Part 1. Auton Neurosci. 2021;235:102828.

Raj SR, Bourne KM, Stiles LE, et al. Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS): Priorities for POTS care and research from a 2019 National Institutes of Health Expert Consensus Meeting - Part 2. Auton Neurosci. 2021;235:102836.

http://www.dysautonomiainternational.org/index.php

Thriving in menopause: Insights from a leading researcher and advocator Prof Mary Ann Lumsden Mar 28, 2023

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Despite women spending more of their lives in a post-menopausal state, there has been limited progress in how society views and supports menopausal women. In this episode, we are joined by Professor Mary Anne Lumsden, a leading researcher and menopause advocate, to examine menopause from all angles. Professor Lumsden explains that with appropriate biopsychosocial support, menopausal women can thrive and be revered.

The conversation begins by exploring the evolutionary theory of the grandma hypothesis, which suggests that menopause is a feature rather than a bug. We delve into the menopausal transition and how symptoms, such as hot flushes, are not solely driven by an absolute estrogen deficiency. In this light, non-hormonal treatments are explored. Additionally, Professor Lumsden outlines the latest updates on the benefits and risks of menopausal hormone replacement therapy, suggesting that the risks may have been overstated in the past.

We then turn to the health challenges that menopausal women often face, such as unwanted weight gain, body composition changes, osteoporosis, and dementia. Professor Lumsden provides insights on evidence-based clinical strategies to support women during this transitional phase of life.

Tune in for a menopausal masterclass that offers an evolutionary, biopsychosocial, and clinical perspective on how menopausal women can thrive.

Mary Ann Lumsden is the CEO of the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics and former Professor of Medical Education & Gynaecology and Head of Reproductive & Maternal Medicine, University of Glasgow. She is Past Senior Vice President for Strategy at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in London. Mary Ann has considerable experience of developing Guidelines. She was Chair of the Guidelines Development Group for the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guideline ‘Menopause: Investigation and Management’. Her success in this field was recognised in 2017 when she was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for Services to Women’s Health.

Links

Lumsden MA, Sassarini J. The evolution of the human menopause. Climacteric. 2019;22(2):111-116. doi:10.1080/13697137.2018.1547701

Santen RJ, Heitjan DF, Gompel A, et al. Approach to Managing a Postmenopausal Patient. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2020;105(12):dgaa623. doi:10.1210/clinem/dgaa623

Zhang GQ, Chen JL, Luo Y, et al. Menopausal hormone therapy and women's health: An umbrella review. PLoS Med. 2021;18(8):e1003731. Published 2021 Aug 2. doi:10.1371/journal.pmed.1003731

https://www.figo.org/

Alzheimer’s Disease: From Despair to Hope with Prof Ralph Martins Mar 07, 2023

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Alzheimer’s disease is a devasting illness that robs patients of quality and quantity of life and is the leading cause of death in women. Alzheimer’s is also the most feared condition in middle to older age adults. This may be in part due to fact, to date, there is little to no evidence that pharmaceutical intervention can slow, let alone reverse, the condition once established. Despite the current pessimistic outlook, there is a growing body of evidence that Alzheimer’s can be prevented, slowed, and potentially reversed. Joining the podcast is a juggernaut in Alzheimer’s research, Prof Ralph Martins. For over three decades Prof Martins has explored Alzheimer’s from all angles – and the future looks promising.

In this episode Prof Martins discusses the central role of beta amyloid in Alzheimer’s, whilst touching upon some concerns of its clinical utility. Further, Prof Martins reveals some emerging biomarkers that may be a game changer in the near future. Prof Martin then describes powerful, yet not widely appreciated risk factors, namely hearing loss and poor sleep. The conversation also explores the role of APOE in Alzheimer’s and findings from his research on dietary factors linked to neuroprotection. Despite the size of the problem, the details in the podcast and Prof Martins' energy and passion should leave listeners with confidence positive change is on the horizon.

Professor Ralph Martins is the Foundation Chair in Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease at Edith Cowan University. His collaborative seminal research involved isolating and characterising beta-amyloid and its precursor, the amyloid precursor protein (APP), which are now recognised as central to the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease. He was the first to propose and demonstrate that the Alzheimer brain was under oxidative stress, which is now widely recognized by the Alzheimer research community. Ralph's current research interests are focused on understanding the mechanisms and factor(s) leading to the abnormal release and deposition of βA4 in Alzheimer's disease.

Useful Links:

Australian Alzheimer’s research foundation https://alzheimers.com.au/

Lions Alzheimer’s Foundation https://lionsalzheimersfoundation.com.au/\

The Australian Imaging, Biomarker & Lifestyle Flagship Study of Ageing (AIBL) https://aibl.csiro.au/

When Brains Dream with Prof Bob Stickgold Feb 14, 2023

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Dreams have been a source of fascination across seemingly all cultures over the history of humankind. Likewise, there has been numerous suggestions throughout the ages on the purpose of dreams and the interpretation of dreams. Over the past three decades, sleep and dream researcher Prof Bob Stickgold has developed an ingenious model of the purpose and benefits of dreaming. To understand dreaming, we first need to understand sleep.

In this episode, Prof Stickgold describes how sleep is vital for memory evolution – a process not simply to consolidate information of the past with perfect fidelity, but to help guide us better in the future. From here, we explore how dreaming helps reinforce memory evolution, above and beyond sleeping.

Finally, the conversation explores how disturbed sleep and dreaming plays a role in the persistence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and how this may be addressed.

Useful Links:
When Brains Dream: Exploring the Science and Mystery of Sleep

Collagen and Nutrition for Skin Health with Dr Tim Crowe Jan 11, 2023

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Collagen has rapidly become a popular supplement for skin. But does it promote more youthful skin and if so, how?

Returning to the podcast today is nutrition expert Dr Tim Crowe to explore the research behind collagen and other nutrients for skin health. Tim does a deep dive on the physiology of exogenous collagen supplementation and its effects on reducing the signs of skin ageing, such as wrinkles and reduced elasticity. Learn the type and dose of collagen that has been shown improve skin health.

Additionally, Tim discusses some other evidence-based nutrients for the skin, namely the interesting UV-protective effects of various carotenoids. The conversation finishes with a discussion on the theory that a high glycaemic load diet can cause or exacerbate acne. What does the research say?

Tune in for another episode with straight-talking and fact-based Dr Tim Crowe to help cut through the noise to find the gold in nutrition science.

Links

https://www.thinkingnutrition.com.au/

de Miranda RB, Weimer P, Rossi RC. Effects of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin aging: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Dermatol. 2021;60(12):1449-1461. doi:10.1111/ijd.15518

Female metabolism, nutrition and exercise with Prof Abbie Smith-Ryan Dec 20, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Nutrition and exercise recommendations are often generic and seldom consider sex differences, let alone the effect of fluctuating sex hormones that occur through ovulatory cycle or reproductive phases. Exercise physiologist and nutrition researcher, Professor Abbie Smith-Ryan, joins the podcast to shed light on the under-recognised effect of sex hormones on women’s metabolism, nutrition and exercise performance.

Listen in as Abbie discusses the influence oestrogen and progesterone have on female physiology, such as impacts mitochondrial function, muscle fibre type, bone structure and body composition. Zooming out, Abbie highlights a holistic view and discusses how perimenopausal women can often experience undesirable changes in body composition and performance which can be both a cause and effect of psychological distress during this life stage.

Abbie also explores the subtle but meaningful impact fluctuating sex hormones have on macronutrient metabolism and exercise performance in the ovulatory and luteal phase in cyclic women – all of which can have real world impact on the food women eat or how they feel and perform at different stages of their cycle.

Finally, in a ‘speed round’, Abbie briefly outlines the lesser-known benefits of several nutrients in the context of women’s health and performance.

Links:

Smith-Ryan AE, Cabre HE, Moore SR. Active Women Across the Lifespan: Nutritional Ingredients to Support Health and Wellness. Sports Med. 2022;52(Suppl 1):101-117. doi:10.1007/s40279-022-01755-3

Bailey RL, Dog TL, Smith-Ryan AE, et al. Sex Differences Across the Life Course: A Focus On Unique Nutritional and Health Considerations among Women. J Nutr. 2022;152(7):1597-1610. doi:10.1093/jn/nxac059

Wohlgemuth KJ, Arieta LR, Brewer GJ, Hoselton AL, Gould LM, Smith-Ryan AE. Sex differences and considerations for female specific nutritional strategies: a narrative review. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2021;18(1):27. Published 2021 Apr 1. doi:10.1186/s12970-021-00422-8

Understanding Burnout with Gabriela Tavella Nov 29, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Almost half of working Australians report feeling burnt out. Similarly, many people can experience burnout from non-occupational pressures, such as being a carer. In this episode Nathan speaks to burnout researcher Gabriela Tavella on the science and management of this affliction. Gabriela discusses the psychological factors linked to burnout and the physiological effects of this stress state, how burnout can be confused with depression and chronic fatigue, as well as management strategies her research team have unveiled.

Discover some surprising factors that burnout sufferers have reported to be effective and ineffective in managing their allostatic overload. Additionally, Gabriela offers some simple and accessible tools that can help people experiencing burnout.

Gabriela Tavella is a PhD candidate in the UNSW School of Psychiatry and has a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from UNSW. Gabriela currently works alongside burnout pioneering researcher and founder of the Blackdog Institute Prof Gordon Parker AO. Gabriela has published numerous peer-reviewed papers on burnout and recently co-authored the book Burnout: A guide to identifying burnout and pathways to recover.

Links:

Burnout: A Guide to Identifying Burnout and Pathways to Recovery

Bayes A, Tavella G, Parker G. The biology of burnout: Causes and consequences. World J Biol Psychiatry. 2021;22(9):686-698. doi:10.1080/15622975.2021.1907713

Parker G, Tavella G. Distinguishing burnout from clinical depression: A theoretical differentiation template. J Affect Disord. 2021;281:168-173. doi:10.1016/j.jad.2020.12.022

Tavella G, Hadzi-Pavlovic D, Parker G. Burnout: Redefining its key symptoms. Psychiatry Res. 2021;302:114023. doi:10.1016/j.psychres.2021.114023

Parker G, Tavella G. The Diagnosis of Burnout: Some Challenges. J Nerv Ment Dis. 2022;210(7):475-478. doi:10.1097/NMD.0000000000001492

Parker G, Tavella G. Is burnout simply a stress reaction?. Aust N Z J Psychiatry. 2022;56(9):1065-1067. doi:10.1177/00048674211070221

The Biological Drivers of Long COVID with Dr Amy Proal Nov 08, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Long COVID – its highly prevalent, often includes debilitating symptoms and there is currently no consensus on what is driving the syndrome.

Cue Dr Amy Proal. Dr Proal is a microbiologist and CEO of Polybio Research Foundation, and she is driven to elucidate the pathophysiology of long COVID.

In this episode Dr Proal discusses the new science on the biological drivers of long COVID, outlining the evidence for the ‘persistent SARS-CoV-2 reservoir’ hypothesis of long COVID. Further, Dr Proal explains the nefarious mechanisms SARS-CoV-2 has on suppressing immunity, synergising with pathobionts and potentially wreaking havoc on neurological circuits, all of which can help explain long COVID symptomatology such as chronic inflammation, hypercoagulability, sickness behaviour and dysautonomia. The podcast explores spike proteins, co-infections, dysbiosis, vagal nerve dysfunction and more to paint a comprehensive picture of this condition.

To conclude, Nathan and Dr Proal discuss potential therapeutic targets and cast an eye to the future on Dr Proal’s current collaboration with world-leading researchers on long COVID.

Useful Links

Proal AD, VanElzakker MB. Long COVID or Post-acute Sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC): An Overview of Biological Factors That May Contribute to Persistent Symptoms. Front Microbiol. 2021;12:698169. Published 2021 Jun 23. doi:10.3389/fmicb.2021.698169

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34248921/

https://polybio.org/

This is your brain on birth control with Professor Sarah Hill Oct 18, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Professor Hill joins the podcast to discuss the potentially powerful influence the oral contraceptive pill can have on the brain. As a researcher, Professor Hill combines her knowledge of women's psychology from an evolutionary perspective with her personal experience in her new book, This is Your Brain on Birth Control.

Listen to the evolutionary framework that influences female behaviour and learn how birth control can affect partner choice, mood and the stress response. With a balanced and thoughtful approach, Sarah spells out the nuances of the pill to give listeners information to better help make informed decisions.

Sarah's Website:
https://www.sarahehill.com/

New and emerging treatment targets for endometriosis with Prof Sun-Wei Guo Sep 27, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Endometriosis is a common and debilitating condition that has proven difficult to treat. In this episode, Sun-Wei Guo, a geneticist turned Professor of Gynaecology, reveals his eye-opening research into the pathophysiology of endometriosis. Sun Wei explains how the theory of retrograde flow in endometriosis is necessary but not sufficient to explain the progression of the disease. Prof Guo explains that endometriotic lesions are wounds undergoing repeated tissue injury and repair (ReTIAR).
Sun Wei further describes how surprising mediators in the endometriotic microenvironment are responsible for the incomplete repair process that leads to the cellular hallmarks of endometriosis.

Hear about Prof Guo’s preliminary work on herbal constituents and electrical stimulation that are generating encouraging results in endometriosis. Listen in to discover new non-hormonal targets that can be considered to combat this terrible affliction.

Professor Guo received his Ph.D. from the University of Washington and had subsequent stints at University of Michigan and the Medical College of Wisconsin. Since 2010 Sun Wei has been a Professor at Shanghai OB/GYN Hospital, Fudan University and an adjunct professor at Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Prof Guo has been an Associated Editor of several reproduction journals and a board member of several endometriosis societies, including member of the Board of Trustees of the World Endometriosis Society (WES).

Links:

Guo SW. Fibrogenesis resulting from cyclic bleeding: the Holy Grail of the natural history of ectopic endometrium. Hum Reprod. 2018 Mar 1;33(3):353-356. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29420711/

Xiao F, Liu X, Guo SW. Platelets and Regulatory T Cells May Induce a Type 2 Immunity That Is Conducive to the Progression and Fibrogenesis of Endometriosis. Front Immunol. 2020 Dec 14;11:610963. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33381124/

Yan D, Liu X, Guo SW. Neuropeptides Substance P and Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide Accelerate the Development and Fibrogenesis of Endometriosis. Sci Rep. 2019 Feb 25;9(1):2698. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30804432/

Huang S, Xiao F, Guo SW, Zhang T. Tetramethylpyrazine Retards the Progression and Fibrogenesis of Endometriosis. Reprod Sci. 2022 Apr;29(4):1170-1187. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35099777/

Hao M, Liu X, Rong P, Li S, Guo SW. Reduced vagal tone in women with endometriosis and auricular vagus nerve stimulation as a potential therapeutic approach. Sci Rep. 2021 Jan 14;11(1):1345. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33446725/

Hao M, Liu X, Guo SW. Activation of α7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor retards the development of endometriosis. Reprod Biol Endocrinol. 2022 Jun 4;20(1):85. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35658970/

The Power and the Potential of the Vagus Nerve to Combat Inflammation with Prof Paul Peter Tak Sep 06, 2022

*This information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Professor Paul Peter Tak, a pioneering researcher and transformational innovator, joins the podcast to describe the power and potential of a little-known homeostatic pathway, known as the cholinergeric anti-inflammatory pathway (CAP). Prof Tak was a key researcher in the identification of the CAP, which is an innate and reflexive anti-inflammatory response mediated by the vagus nerve.

Learn the origins of the discovery of the CAP and Tak’s groundbreaking work that showed a loss of vagal tone precedes the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Moreover, Prof Tak’s team went on to show that electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve had a profound effect on disease activity in RA. The conversation moves to exploring how the gut, nutrition and lifestyle factors can potentially activate the CAP and help prevent or manage autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Learn how the CAP can be an important target for combating chronic disease.

Paul Peter Tak is a business leader, academic, entrepreneur and clinician who has over 30 years’ experience in medicine as a prominent expert in Immunology, Internal Medicine, and Rheumatology. Alongside his industry career, Prof Tak has dedicated much of his life to academia and advancing our understanding in medicine. He has served as Professor of Medicine at the University of Amsterdam and holds numerous honours for his service to medicine, with a special focus on Immunology and Rheumatology.

Useful Links

Prof Paul Peter Tak's website: https://paulpetertak.com/

First description of the hypothesis that stimulation of the cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway may be used to reduce chronic inflammation:
van Maanen MA, Vervoordeldonk MJ, Tak PP. The cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway: towards innovative treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Nat Rev Rheumatol. 2009 Apr;5(4):229-32. doi: 10.1038/nrrheum.2009.31. PMID: 19337288.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19337288/

Pioneering study that found low vagal tone precedes rheumatoid arthritis.
Koopman FA, Tang MW, Vermeij J, de Hair MJ, Choi IY, Vervoordeldonk MJ, Gerlag DM, Karemaker JM, Tak PP. Autonomic Dysfunction Precedes Development of Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Prospective Cohort Study. EBioMedicine. 2016 Apr;6:231-237. doi: 10.1016/j.ebiom.2016.02.029. Epub 2016 Feb 19. PMID: 27211565; PMCID: PMC4856742.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27211565/

First clinical trial in patients showing the effects of stimulation of the chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disease:
Koopman FA, Chavan SS, Miljko S, Grazio S, Sokolovic S, Schuurman PR, Mehta AD, Levine YA, Faltys M, Zitnik R, Tracey KJ, Tak PP. Vagus nerve stimulation inhibits cytokine production and attenuates disease severity in rheumatoid arthritis. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2016 Jul 19;113(29):8284-9. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1605635113. Epub 2016 Jul 5. PMID: 27382171; PMCID: PMC4961187.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27382171/

Interview summarising the discovery of vagal involvement in chronic inflammation
Tak PP. Interview with Paul-Peter Tak: stimulating the vagus nerve to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Bioelectronics in Medicine. 2018 Jan;1(1):17-20.
https://www.futuremedicine.com/doi/10.2217/bem-2017-0012

Brain-gut Therapies with GI Psychologist Dr Megan Riehl Aug 16, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Dr. Megan Riehl is one of only a small number of specialists in the world who practices as a Gastrointestinal Psychologist. She is the Clinical Director of the GI Behavioural Health Program at the University of Michigan, offering comprehensive treatment options for people suffering disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Whilst a great deal of attention in natural medicine is paid to how the gut affects brain function, in this episode, Dr Reihl highlights how the brain can have a profound effect on GI function.

Dr Riehl describes how gastrointestinal (GI) conditions can be better understood and managed by transitioning our framework from a mechanistic model to a biopsychosocial model. She discusses the connection between factors such as early life stress, catastrophising and symptom hypervigilance with the incidence and severity of IBS. Dr Riehl walks listeners through several brain-gut strategies and therapies from self-care to practitioner-guided therapy. Learn about the efficacy of cognitive behvioural therapy (CBT) and gut-directed hypnosis for DGBI and discover several digital tools that practitioners can consider. To finish, the conversation turns to another area Dr Riehl is passionate about – screening and managing disordered eating that is linked to, or can develop from, DGBI. Tune into an episode jammed packed with clinical pearls!

Useful Links

Dr Riehl’s diaphragmatic breathing tutorial - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UB3tSaiEbNY

Nerva gut-directed hypnosis app - https://www.mindsethealth.com/hypnotherapy/nerva

ROME Foundation - https://theromefoundation.org/

GI On Demand - https://giondemand.com/

Jagielski CH, Riehl ME. Behavioral Strategies for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Brain-Gut or Gut-Brain? Gastroenterol Clin North Am. 2021 Sep;50(3):581-593. doi: 10.1016/j.gtc.2021.03.006. Epub 2021 Jun 25. PMID: 34304789. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34304789/

Riehl ME, Scarlata K. Understanding Disordered Eating Risks in Patients with Gastrointestinal Conditions. J Acad Nutr Diet. 2022 Mar;122(3):491-499. doi: 10.1016/j.jand.2021.03.001. Epub 2021 Apr 20. PMID: 33893063. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33893063/

Call out to those who may be interested in participating in an endometriosis study: https://www.nicm.edu.au/research/clinical_trials/endometriosis_study

Gut Microbes as Frenemies with Dr Joe Alcock Jul 26, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Dr Joe Alcock is not your typical MD. Joe’s day (or night) job is as a practicing emergency Physician and a Professor in the University of New Mexico Department of Emergency Medicine. However, Joe also has a deep interest in both evolutionary medicine and microbiome science and has the unique skill of integrating and translating these disciplines into practical outcomes.

In this episode, Dr Alcock explains how, since time immemorial, our gut microbes have had a love/hate relationship with us, and how this concept of ‘conflict and co-operation’ can explain the trials and tribulations of research on microbiome composition in disease states, probiotic successes and failures and a new approach to feeding ourselves and our resident microbiome. Tune in for a fun and insightful tour of the microbiome as Joe discusses conditions such as gut health, insulin resistance and mood disorders.

Links and resources

Dr Alcock’s website: http://evolutionmedicine.com
Dr Alcock’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/joealcockmd?lang=en
Wasielewski H, Alcock J, Aktipis A. Resource conflict and cooperation between human host and gut microbiota: implications for nutrition and health. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2016 May;1372(1):20-8. doi: 10.1111/nyas.13118.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27270755/
Alcock J, Lin HC. Fatty acids from diet and microbiota regulate energy metabolism. F1000Res. 2015 Sep 9;4(F1000 Faculty Rev):738. doi: 10.12688/f1000research.6078.1.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27006755/

What the research is telling us about time-restricted feeding, caloric restriction and fasting, with Greg Potter Jul 05, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Back by popular demand, Greg Potter joins Nathan to discuss time-restricted feeding. Potter shares his thoughts on recent research, including early time-restricted eating compared with daily caloric restriction, the 5:2 diet and fasting-mimicking diet. The pair also discuss whether we should eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper. Tune in to find out!

Greg Potter completed PhD research at the University of Leeds, focusing on sleep, circadian rhythms, nutrition, and metabolism. He regularly contributes to various newspapers, magazines, blogs and websites, is a captivating presenter and has been a guest on nearly 100 podcast episodes.

*Highlights *

How timing your food intake during the day impacts your physiology (15:30)
Rhythmic changes in gene transcription (22:00)
Study discussion: Calorie Restriction with or without Time-Restricted Eating in Weight Loss (27:00)
Study discussion: Early time-restricted eating compared with daily caloric restriction: A randomized trial in adults with obesity (36:00)
Is there value in eating breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper? (45:00)
About the 5:2 diet (53:00)
The fasting mimicking diet (60:00)
Trade-offs of time-restricted feeding (71:00)
GLP-1 agonists for weight management (77:00)
Greg Potter’s recommendations (85:00)

Links

Greg Potter's website: [Gregpotterphd.com](Gregpotterphd.com)

Instagram handle: @gregpotterphd

The Principles of Resilient Nutrition - https://resilientnutrition.com/

Link to paper: Calorie Restriction with or without Time-Restricted Eating in Weight Loss - https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2114833

Link to paper: Early time-restricted eating compared with daily caloric restriction: A randomized trial in adults with obesity - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/oby.23420

Link to paper: Timing of food intake predicts weight loss effectiveness - https://europepmc.org/backend/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC3756673&blobtype=pdf

Link to paper: Intermittent fasting interventions for treatment of overweight and obesity in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29419624/

Link to paper: Effect of Fasting-Mimicking Diet or Continuous Energy Restriction on Weight Loss, Body Composition, and Appetite-Regulating Hormones Among Metabolically Healthy Women with Obesity: a Randomized Controlled, Parallel Trial - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33420673/

Iron insights: homeostasis, deficiency and repletion with Professor Toby Richards Jun 14, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

This week’s guest, Professor Toby Richards delivers a schooling on all things iron, including the mechanisms in place to maintain iron homeostasis, signs and symptoms of deficiency, pathology interpretation tips, and the role this essential nutrient plays in health and physical fitness. If you’re seeing clients in clinical practice or simply eager to learn more about iron, this episode confers valuable insights and updates from an expert in the field.

Professor Richards is the Lawrence Brown Chair in Vascular Surgery, Head of Division of Surgery and Director of the Clinical Trials Unit at University of Western Australia (UWA). He is also Honorary Professor at the Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology, University College London (UCL) and Honorary Professor of Anaesthesia at Monash University.
Professor Richards has led a series of international clinical trials and supervised 16 PhD students and well over 60 graduate research projects (Masters/ MSc/BSc). He is a mentor to trainees in surgical research internationally. He is actively engaged in the international trials networks; the International VASCC & UK VERN Research Group in vascular surgery. Professor Richards has over 150 peer reviewed publications and $14M of research funding in the last decade.

*Highlights *

How anaemia influences physical fitness 5:00
Symptoms of iron deficiency (9:20)
Iron homeostasis (20:00)
Haemoglobin (36:00)
Iron infusion (42:00)
Lactoferrin and other therapeutics to treat iron deficiency (49:00)

Links

Prof Toby Richard’s biography and link to research:
https://research-repository.uwa.edu.au/en/persons/toby-richards

Resilience in the Face of Trauma with Professor George Bonanno May 17, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

In this episode, Nathan speaks with George A. Bonanno, a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University, Teachers College. His research focuses on how people respond to potentially traumatic events, such as disaster, war, assault and life-threatening injury, whether they present with post-traumatic stress disorder or not. These studies have revealed that the natural response to stressful situations is not trauma, but resilience, and as such, we may be underestimating our ability to rebound without suffering long-term consequences.

George has authored two books, The Other Side of Sadness: What the New Science of Bereavement Tells Us About Life After Loss and The End of Trauma: How the New Science of Resilience is Changing How We Think About PTSD.

Highlights

How history has shaped our understanding of trauma (5:00)
Recovery patterns following a traumatic episode (11:00)
The resilience blind spot (15:30)
Potentially traumatic events (PTEs) (17:00)
Human stress response capacity (25:00)
The resilience paradox (31:00)
How to build your resilience (37:00)
Future research in the field of resilience (48:00)

Useful Links

Link to George’s book, The End of Trauma: How the New Science of Resilience is Changing How We Think About PTSD

Link to George’s book, The Other Side of Sadness: What the New Science of Bereavement Tells Us About Life After Loss

Life through the lens of evolutionary psychology with Professor Glenn Geher Apr 26, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

In this episode, Nathan speaks with Glenn Geher, Professor of Psychology and Founding Director of Evolutionary Studies at the State University of New York at New Paltz. Professor Geher has been the recipient of the New Paltz Alumni Association’s Distinguished Teacher of the Year Award, along with Chancellor’s Awards for both Teaching and Research Excellence from the State University of New York. He has penned several books including Evolutionary Psychology 101 and more recently, Positive Evolutionary Psychology, and contributes a regular blog to Psychology Today, called Darwin’s Subterranean World.

This episode serves as a brilliant introduction to evolutionary psychology, as Professor Geher explains how an evolutionary perspective can shed light on modern-day issues, such as mental health conditions. He describes the significance of living in an environment we, as humans, were not evolved to exist in – coined an evolutionary mismatch. This fascinating discussion provides insight on how the principles of evolutionary psychology helps us understand human behaviour and the human experience.

Highlights

An evolutionary perspective on mood disorders (7:00)
Our minds are not evolved for large scale politics (19:00)
Criticisms of evolutionary psychology (24:00)
Neuroticism may have served a purpose (32:00)
Ultimate versus proximate causation (45:00)
Positive evolutionary psychology (60:00)

Useful Links

Link to Geher’s book, Positive Evolutionary Psychology:
https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Evolutionary-Psychology-Darwins-Living/dp/0190647124/ref=sr_1_17?keywords=geher&link_code=qs&qid=1555656027&s=gateway&sourceid=Mozilla-search&sr=8-17

Link to Geher’s book, Evolutionary Psychology 101:
https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionary-Psychology-101-Psych/dp/0826107184/ref=pd_sim_sccl_1/132-8454497-6012610?pd_rd_w=p7iHG&pf_rd_p=dee70060-7c6d-4721-a321-50a27281cd22&pf_rd_r=B2WDFD1SXKKMYWVK592J&pd_rd_r=2c4bfc33-40d6-4562-8d61-b836e4bd41f1&pd_rd_wg=CcGlb&pd_rd_i=0826107184&psc=1

Glenn Geher’s blog, Darwin’s Subterranean World: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/darwins-subterranean-world

David Sloan Wilson’s book, Evolution for Everyone: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/191808/evolution-for-everyone-by-david-sloan-wilson/#:~:text=By%20turns%20thoughtful%2C%20provocative%2C%20and,us%20to%20improve%20that%20world

Optimal Breathing with Patrick McKeown Apr 05, 2022

_This podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners only. _

Patrick McKeown is a world-renowned author and breathing practitioner who is deeply passionate about helping people restore functional breathing patterns. In this episode, he explains the causes and consequences of dysfunctional breathing and practices employed by Practitioners to reduce over-breathing (also known as chronic hyperventilation).

Patrick encourages Healthcare Practitioners to assess their client’s breathing patterns and refer as required, to help address long-standing complaints, such as asthma, and ensure better health overall.

Highlights

About nose breathing (2:30)
Consequences of dysfunctional breathing patterns (9:00)
Functional breathing (20:00)
Craniofacial abnormalities and breathing patterns (22:00)
Practice breathing lightly (36:00)
The influence of breathing patterns on body systems (57:00)

Other links

Links to Patrick McKeown’s books:

The Breathing Cure: https://oxygenadvantage.com/the-breathing-cure/
Atomic Focus: https://oxygenadvantage.com/atomic-focus/
The Oxygen Advantage: https://oxygenadvantage.com/books/

Link to Oxygen Advantage YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQwNB_YphlLqnOpAtEzZdg

Link to paper: Rambaud C, Guilleminault C. Death, nasomaxillary complex, and sleep in young children https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22492014/

Link to paper: Bonuck K, et al. Sleep-disordered breathing in a population-based cohort: behavioral outcomes at 4 and 7 years https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22392181/

Orthodontist mentioned, Dr Derek Mahony: https://www.fullfaceorthodontics.com.au

Myotape – tape to pull the lips together: https://myotape.com

Naturopath mentioned, Mim Beim, https://mimbeim.com

COVID-19: Your Questions Answered Mar 17, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

A special episode! Join Metagenics' Head of Science, Nathan Rose and Clinical Education Manager Nicholas Breen as they discuss the latest developments around COVID-19 in 2022.

The pandemic continues to evolve, bringing with it new challenges for clinicians and patients alike.

During this engaging and informative conversation, topics such as the omicron variant, immunity and masking are discussed, along with the latest research into:

Use of Natural medicines and lifestyle interventions to support patients through illness and recovery
Pathogenesis of long COVID and the lingering mental health effects of the virus
Emerging research into treatment options for this often debilitating sequelae

Discussing Ultra Processed Foods and Weight Loss Drugs with Stephan Guyenet Mar 15, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

In this episode, Nathan speaks with noted researcher, science consultant, and science communicator Stephan Guyenet. They discuss contributors to weight gain and management, including genetic influences and ultra-processed foods, as well as the new antidiabetic and weight management drug, semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist.

Stephan Guyenet has a PhD in neuroscience at the University of Washington and spends his time in the neuroscience research world studying neurodegenerative disease and the neuroscience of body fatness. His publications in scientific journals have been cited more than 3,600 times and his book, The Hungry Brain, was named one of the best books of the year by Publishers Weekly and called “essential” by the New York Times Book Review.

Among other feats, he is the founder and director of Red Pen Reviews, which publishes informative, consistent, and unbiased popular health and nutrition book reviews available.

Highlights

Updates in the science of body weight (4:50)
The genetic contribution to body fatness (13:00)
About ultra-processed foods and why they are fattening (22:00)
A brief history of the pharmaceutical management of obesity (45:00)
About semaglutide (53:00)
Red Pen Reviews (1:18:00)

Useful Links

Stephan Guyenet’s website

Stephan Guyenet’s book, The Hungry Brain

Red Pen Reviews

Functional Neurological Disorders with Alex Lehn Feb 22, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

In this episode, Nathan speaks with Neurologist, Dr Alexander Lehn about functional neurological disorders (FND). Dr Alexander Lehn heads the movement disorder service at PA Hospital and together with Dr Sarah Olson runs the deep brain stimulation service at PA Hospital and Mater Hospital in Brisbane, Queensland.

Dr Lehn has a keen interest in FND and from 2015 to 2019 ran a dedicated clinic for Functional Neurological Disorders at Mater Hospital, the first such clinic in Australia. With his multidisciplinary team of health professionals, he runs regular teaching courses for FND across Australia and has published extensively in this area.

Highlights

About functional neurological disorders (FND) (6:00)
Signs and symptoms (8:40)
The biopsychosocial model (19:00)
Diagnosing FND (30:00)
Treatment (38:00)
COVID-19 vaccine side effects (46:00)
Resources for those with FND (62:00)

Useful Links

Functional Neurological Disorders Australia website: FNDaustralia.com.au

Link to the book Nathan mentions, The Sleeping Beauties by Suzanne O’Sullivan:
https://books.google.com.au/books/about/The_Sleeping_Beauties.html?id=H0oQEAAAQBAJ&source=kp_book_description&redir_esc=y

Unlearn Your Pain with Dr Howard Schubiner Feb 01, 2022

*The information in this podcast is intended for Healthcare Practitioners.

Dr Howard Schubiner is board-certified in paediatrics, adolescent medicine, and internal medicine. He was a full Professor at Wayne State University for 18 years and now works at Providence Hospital in Southfield, MI, USA. He has authored over 60 scientific publications and has given over 250 lectures to scientific audiences regionally, nationally and internationally on topics related to adolescent medicine, ADHD, and stress reduction.

Importantly, Dr Schubiner is the founder and director of the Mind Body Medicine Program at Providence Hospital. This program uses the most current research methodologies to treat individuals who suffer from the Mind Body Syndrome (MBS) or Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS) as described by Dr John Sarno. Dr Schubiner has created a program that uses both meditative and cutting edge psychological techniques to help individuals with chronic conditions, such as fibromyalgia, whiplash, back and neck pain, myofascial pain, TMJ syndrome, tension and migraine headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, irritable bladder syndrome, insomnia, anxiety, and other related conditions.

Tune into this episode to hear more about this program and its potential to resolve chronic pain.

*Highlights *

About neural circuits (8:00)
The value in simplifying information (15:00)
How conditioning influences pain (20:00)
Symbolic pain (26:00)
Pain reprocessing therapy (34:00)
How to reappraise pain sensations (40:00)

Useful links:

Websites mentioned:

https://www.unlearnyourpain.com/

https://www.freedomfromchronicpain.com/

https://ppdassociation.org/

https://www.tmswiki.org/w/index.php?page=The_Tension_Myositis_Syndrome_Wiki

Film Dr Howard mentions: https://www.thismighthurtfilm.com/

Link to paper: Effect of Pain Reprocessing Therapy vs Placebo and Usual Care for Patients With Chronic Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34586357/

Link to paper: Emotional awareness and expression training improves irritable bowel syndrome: A randomized controlled trial –
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28643436/

Link to paper: Emotional awareness and expression therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and education for fibromyalgia: a cluster-randomized controlled trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28796118/

Link to paper: Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy Achieves Greater Pain Reduction than Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Older Adults with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Preliminary Randomized Comparison Trial

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32451528/

Break Through With Healing Chronic Pain (Talks at Google) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VyH1laOd2M

Dr Howard’s email – hschubiner@gmail.com

Brain Retraining for Long COVID Jan 11, 2022

Gupta Program Brain Retraining™ is described as a powerful revolutionary neuroplasticity and holistic health program for chronic conditions. The program has changed the lives of many and is recommended by a host of internationally renowned specialists, including Dr Neil Nathan and Dr Michael Ruscio – both former guests of the Metagenics Institute Podcast.

In this episode, Nathan speaks to Ashok, founder of Gupta Program Brain Retraining™ about the potential of this program for the treatment of long COVID. Listen in to hear Gupta’s hypothesis and why brain retraining may be a useful option for those experiencing long COVID.

*Highlights *

An introduction to the Gupta Program Brain Retraining™ (2:00)
The Gupta Program for long COVID (7:30)
The value of brain retraining (12:30)
The hypothesis behind long COVID (15:00)
The insula and immune responses (24:30)
Long COVID trial (32:30)
About The Gupta Program (35:00)
Discussion regarding COVID-19 vaccines (42:00)
Future directions for research (50:00)

Useful Links

The Gupta Program website: https://www.guptaprogram.com/

28-day free trial: https://www.guptaprogram.com/free-trial/

Paper - Mindfulness-Based Program Plus Amygdala and Insula Retraining (MAIR) for the Treatment of Women with Fibromyalgia: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial - https://www.guptaprogram.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/jcm-09-03246.pdf

The Microbiome Facts, Not The Hype, with Kristina Campbell Nov 30, 2021

Kristina Campbell, M.Sc., is a professional science communicator and engagement specialist who writes, consults, and works with scientific advisory boards for microbiome-related organizations throughout Europe and North America. In her website biography she writes, ‘Getting the science right is my number one priority. With all the work I curate and produce, I’ll give you the facts, not the hype.’

In this episode, Nathan speaks with Kristina about the latest research in microbiome science, covering topics such as the small intestinal microbiome, postbiotics, human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and the potential therapeutic application of bacteriophages.

Kristina has authored The Well-Fed Microbiome Cookbook (Rockridge Press, 2016) and has co-authored Gut Microbiota: Interactive Effects on Nutrition and Health (Elsevier, 2018), the first academic textbook on this topic aimed at dietitians and other health professionals.

*Highlights *

About the microbiome (6:00)
Is the small intestine the next frontier in microbiome research? (11:30)
The vaginal and cervical microbiome connection to endometriosis (16:00)
Treating the skin microbiome (18:30)
About bacteriophages (26:50)
FMT (30:30)
The mycobiome (35:00)
Postbiotics (37:00)
Akkermansia and other trending bacteria (43:00)
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) (50:00)
Targeted diets for the microbiome (57:00)

Useful links

Kristina Campbell’s website - https://www.bykriscampbell.com/

Link to the book, Gut Microbiota: Interactive Effects on Nutrition and Health -
https://www.amazon.ca/Gut-Microbiota-Interactive-Effects-Nutrition-ebook/dp/B078S53TPQ

The Microbiome Digest - https://microbiomedigest.com/

Kristina’s dinner party guests:
Yasmine Belkaid - http://www.nasonline.org/member-directory/members/20041786.html
Jeff Gordon - https://gordonlab.wustl.edu/
Rob Knight - https://knightlab.ucsd.edu/
Wendy Garrett - https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/wendy-garrett/

Time-Efficient Exercise with Martin Gibala Nov 10, 2021

Have you ever wondered what interval training constitutes? In this episode, Professor Martin Gibala provides valuable commentary on this form of exercise, including lessons learned from research and its impact on health and wellbeing.

Martin Gibala is a Professor of Kinesiology and Faculty of Science Research Chair at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada. His research examines the integrative physiology of exercise at the molecular to whole body level in both healthy individuals and those with chronic disease. He has co-authored a bestselling book on the science of time-efficient exercise, The One-Minute Workout: Science Shows a Way to Get Fit That’s Smarter, Faster, Shorter (Penguin Random House, 2017).

If you are unsure about intermittent exercise or have any reservations about high intensity interval training, the information provided in this episode may answer questions, alleviate concerns, and even have you incorporating in this accessible form of exercise into your weekly schedule.

*Highlights *

An introduction to interval training (4:10)
The benefits of interval training (13:00)
Risks associated with high intensity exercise (23:30)
Green zone training (26:00)
Exercise for body composition, muscle mass and mood (32:00)
About exercise snacks (38:00)
Cardio fitness is achievable (48:00)
Does the time of day matter? (57:30)
The One-Minute Workout (62:00)

Useful links

Martin Gibala’s website: https://martingibala.com/

Martin Gibala’s book, The One-Minute Workout: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/533236/the-one-minute-workout-by-martin-gibala-with-christopher-shulgan/9780399183669/

A Functional Approach to Gut Health with Dr Datis Kharrazian Oct 19, 2021

Datis Kharrazian is a Harvard Medical School trained and award-winning clinical research scientist, academic professor, and world-renowned functional medicine health care provider. He develops evidence-based models to treat autoimmune, neurological, and unidentified chronic diseases with non-pharmaceutical applications. His clinical models of evidence-based medicine are used by several academic institutions and thousands of health care providers throughout the world.

The Kharrazian Institute was developed as an educational institute focused on teaching clinical practice models to healthcare professionals that are interested in nutrition, dietary, and lifestyle approaches to help improve the lives of patients suffering from chronic conditions.

In this episode, Dr. Kharrazian shares his clinical wisdom regarding the management of gastrointestinal health. The conversation ranges from the role of traumatic brain injury in digestive disorders to his approach to assessing and treating gut conditions. This makes for highly valuable content for healthcare professionals, especially those practicing functional medicine.

*Highlights *

A functional approach to gut conditions (6:20)
Traumatic brain injury and the gut-brain-axis (18:00)
Approaching autoimmune digestive disorders (27:00)
Correcting gut health from North to South (32:30)
Examining intestinal permeability (37:30)
The importance of microbiome diversity (44:00)
About the Kharrazian Institute (52:00)

Useful links

Dr Datis Kharrazian website: https://drknews.com/

The Kharrazian Institute: https://kharrazianinstitute.com/

Paper - Reaction of Human Monoclonal Antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 Proteins With Tissue Antigens: Implications for Autoimmune Diseases - https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2020.617089/full

Other citations for Dr Kharrazian - https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=y2wtigwAAAAJ&hl=en

Finding the Gold in Iron Studies with Rachel Arthur Sep 29, 2021

Celebrating her 100th episode of Update in Under 30 and welcomed back to the Metagenics Institute Podcast by popular demand – it’s quite the month for Rachel Arthur! In this episode, the Naturopath and diagnostics aficionado shares her exceptional understanding of iron studies. Rachel covers when to test and why, how to assess each marker, confounders, and important considerations for certain populations, including pregnant women and those who are inflamed or obese. If you’re a clinician eager to improve your understanding of iron studies, you will not be disappointed.

*Highlights *

An evolutionary perspective on iron (10:50)
Important considerations pre-iron testing (17:00)
Which markers do not reliably reflect of iron status (22:20)
Transferrin (27:00)
Transferrin saturation (38:00)
Ferritin (51:00)
What you might not know about iron supplementation (1:00:00)

Useful Links

Rachel Arthur’s webpage - https://rachelarthur.com.au/

Update in Under 30 - https://rachelarthur.com.au/product-category/update-in-under-30/

Leveraging the gut to treat obesity with Dr Randy Seeley Sep 14, 2021

In this episode, Dr. Randy Seeley joins Nathan to discuss the latest scientific research regarding weight management – and it’s absolutely fascinating. While treatment of overweight and obesity has traditionally focused on energy balance and glucose regulation, the future of weight management may actually lie in the gut. Seeley unpacks valuable lessons learned from bariatric surgery, explaining how leveraging the gut may serve as an important therapeutic opportunity.

Dr Randy Seeley is the Henry King Ransom Endowed Professor of Surgery at the University of Michigan School of Medicine. He has published over 270 peer-reviewed articles, featured in prestigious journals such as Science, Nature and Cell Metabolism. Collectively, his work has been cited more than 20,000 times and Dr Seeley has an H-index of 66. As the podcast topic suggests, Seeley’s scientific work centres around the role of peripheral hormones in the CNS that serve to regulate food intake, body weight and the levels of circulating fuels, and developing new treatment strategies for both obesity and diabetes.

*Highlights *

Why are we so overweight? (3:30)
Signals involved in weight regulation (13:00)
Lessons learned from bariatric surgery (20:00)
Looking to non-surgical interventions that mimic the results of bariatric surgery (38:00)
Iron deficiency anaemia in bariatric surgery (47:00)
Tips for weight management (54:00)
Combating the stigma of obesity (104:00)

Useful links:

Paper –
Gimeno RE, Briere DA, Seeley RJ. Leveraging the Gut to Treat Metabolic Disease. Cell Metab. 2020;31(4):679-698. doi:10.1016/j.cmet.2020.02.014
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32187525/

Resource –
https://www.obesityaction.org/

COVID-19 Related Health Behaviours – How Evolution and Culture Influence Our Choices with Professor Ron Fischer Aug 31, 2021

In this episode Nathan dips his toes into the field of psychology, speaking with Professor Ron Fischer about evolutionary psychology, parasite stress theory and how cultural norms and attitudes influence health behaviours, specifically with regards to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Professor Ron’s research interests include value and personality processes, with a specific focus on evolutionary dynamics across time and cultures as well as how values and personal traits influence our health and well-being.

This fascinating conversation provides insight into potential influences of COVID-19 related health behaviour; tune in for a deeper understanding into what motivates our choice to social distance, wear masks and receive a vaccination.

Highlights

Introduction to evolutionary psychology (6:00)
The Schwartz Model (12:00)
Parasite stress theory (20:00)
COVID-19 related health behaviours (33:30)
Insights into COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy (45:40)
Behavioural intentions regarding COVID-19 (59:30)

Useful Links and Resources
About Professor Ronald Fischer: https://people.wgtn.ac.nz/Ronald.Fischer/grants

Research:
Fischer R, Bortolini T, Pilati R, Porto J, Moll J. Values and COVID-19 worries: The importance of emotional stability traits. Personality and Individual Differences. 2021 Jun 22:111079.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0191886921004566?via%3Dihub
Fischer R, Karl JA. Predicting Behavioral Intentions to Prevent or Mitigate COVID-19: A Cross-Cultural Meta-Analysis of Attitudes, Norms, and Perceived Behavioral Control Effects. Social Psychological and Personality Science. 2020 Nov 17:19485506211019844.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/19485506211019844
Edwards B, Biddle N, Gray M, Sollis K. COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and resistance: Correlates in a nationally representative longitudinal survey of the Australian population. PLoS One. 2021 Mar 24;16(3):e0248892. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0248892.
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0248892
Thornhill R, Fincher CL. The parasite-stress theory of sociality, the behavioral immune system, and human social and cognitive uniqueness. Evolutionary Behavioral Sciences. 2014 Oct;8(4):257.
https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-41070-006

You Tube Videos:
Parasite stress & human behavioral immune system
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFqaAokX5Ao
Has COVID-19 changed who we are? The case of human values
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhtLQmUHD_I&t=849s

Research Update: PCOS with Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin Aug 10, 2021

In this episode, Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, shares understandings regarding the aetiology of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) according to the latest research. As a researcher, Elisabet and her team hope to uncover underlying causes of the disease, with the aim of finding better treatments in future. Interestingly, 20 genetic variations have been identified as well as links between androgen exposure in foetal life and epigenetic changes. Tune in to hear more from Professor Stener-Victorin.

*Highlights *

Potential causes of PCOS (3:00)
Insights from Elisabet’s research (15:30)
How excess androgens in utero impact both genders (23:00)
What causes elevated androgen exposure in utero? (30:00)
Inflammation – a cause or consequence of PCOS? (37:00)
Is the microbiome playing a role in PCOS? (39:30)
The influence of electro-acupuncture on PCOS (42:30)
Therapeutics on the horizon (52:00)

Useful links and resources

Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin - https://staff.ki.se/people/elisabet-stener-victorin
Professor Elisabet Stener-Victorin’s research group - https://ki.se/en/fyfa/reproductive-endocrinology-and-metabolism-group-page
http://ki.se/en/fyfa/reproductive-endocrinology-and-metabolism
https://www.monash.edu/medicine/sphpm/mchri/pcos/guideline

Recent publications

Risal, S., et al. Prenatal androgen exposure and transgenerational susceptibility to polycystic ovary syndrome. Nature medicine 25, 1894-1904 (2019).
Risal S. , et al. Prenatal androgen exposure causes a sexually dimorphic transgenerational increase in offspring susceptibility to anxiety disorders. Transl Psychiatry. 2021 Jan 13;11(1):45. doi: 10.1038/s41398-020-01183-9.PMID: 33441551
Stener-Victorin, E., et al. Animal models to understand the etiology and pathophysiology of polycystic ovary syndrome. Endocr Rev (2020).
Stener-Victorin, E and Deng, Q. Epigenetic inheritance of polycystic ovary syndrome - challenges and opportunities for treatment Nat Rev Endocrinol. 2021 Jul 7. doi: 10.1038/s41574-021-00517-x. Online ahead of print.PMID: 34234312
Stener-Victorin E, Deng Q. Transmission of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome via Epigenetic Inheritance. Trends Mol Med. 2021 Jun 11:S1471-4914(21)00129-5. doi: 10.1016/j.molmed.2021.05.005. Online ahead of print.PMID: 34127396

Reversing Diabetes with Prof Roy Taylor Jul 20, 2021

Professor Roy Taylor is the Director of Newcastle Magnetic Resonance Centre and an honorary consultant Physician. He specialises in the application of magnetic resonance spectroscopy to clinical medicine, metabolic research in diabetes, as well as teaching in diabetes and obstetric medicine, and much more. Professor Taylor is also the author of books Life Without Diabetes and Your Simple Guide to Reversing Type 2 Diabetes. In this episode, Nathan talks to Roy about the significance of muscle insulin sensitivity, your personal fat threshold, GLP-agonists and most importantly, how caloric restriction can reverse diabetes. Professor Taylor’s passion for the topic is palpable and makes for a great podcast!

*Highlights *

Why excess caloric intake matters (3:50)
Introduction to the twin cycle hypothesis (7:00)
The significance of visceral fat (16:35)
Muscle insulin sensitivity (19:10)
Your personal fat threshold (26:35)
Reversing diabetes with caloric restriction (32:40)
Caloric restriction in action (43:40)
GLP-1 agonists (54:00)
Research on the horizon (1:00:00)

Useful links and resources:

The study Prof Taylor mentions:
Very Low-Calorie Diet and 6 Months of Weight Stability in Type 2 Diabetes: Pathophysiological Changes in Responders and Nonresponders - https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/41/6/1321.1

Review article by Prof Taylor: Type 2 diabetes and remission: practical management guided by pathophysiology - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8247294/

Prof Taylor's books: https://www.amazon.com/Professor-Roy-Taylor/e/B0831TXHKF%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation with Dr Taylor Krick Jun 29, 2021

Dr Taylor Krick is a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine Practitioner practicing from the Washington Wellness Centre in Washington, Illinois. He has a special interest in educating people to help take control of their health, and in this episode, he and Nathan discuss the use of transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (tVNS) to aid healing. Dr Krick provides a lesson on the vagal nerve as well as the use of tVNS in practice, including who may be suited to this method of therapy and specific information regarding the use of devices. Tune in to learn how to improve your or your patients’ vagal tone for optimal health and wellbeing.

Highlights

About the wanderer nerve (9:00)
Accessing the vagal nerve (19:20)
Transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation in practice (30:00)
Discussion regarding the research landscape (38:00)
Treating chronic illness (43:00)
Using a transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation device in clinic (49:30)
Where you can find Dr Taylor Krick (58:00)

Useful links and resources

Dr Taylor Krick’s clinic: Washington Wellness Center - https://www.washwellnesscenter.com/
Wellness Washington Center educational videos - https://www.washwellnesscenter.com/videos

Lessons in Interpreting Pathology with Rachel Arthur Jun 08, 2021

With over 20 years of experience in the clinic and the ‘classroom’ as one of the top practitioners and educators in integrative nutrition and health, Rachel Arthur has attracted a large following of clinicians who value her outstanding independent, unbiased education and leadership. With a particular interest and highly developed skill-set in diagnostics, Rachel helps Practitioners derive important information from mainstream pathology results.

In this episode, Rachel shares insights into common pathology markers, including GGT, ALT and ALP as well as CRP, uric acid and the albumin / globulin ratio. She highlights the importance of monitoring intraindividual shifts and imparts valuable considerations for interpretation. This is a must-listen for health professionals!

*Highlights *

How does pathology interpretation fit in a Naturopath’s scope of practice? (4:30)
How are reference ranges determined? (7:50)
GGT (12:30)
How do you explain atypical results to patients? (15:00)
ALT (20:00)
CRP (27:00)
TSH (31:00)
Uric acid (35:30)
ALP (39:00)
Albumin / Globulin Ratio (42:30)
Monitoring intraindividual shifts (50:30)
About Rachel Arthur’s MasterCourse - Comprehensive Diagnostics (57:30)

Useful links and resources: e.g:

Follow Metagenics on Instagram - @metagenics_anz
Website: https://rachelarthur.com.au/
Rachel’s Mastercourse Comprehensive Diagnostics: https://rachelarthur.com.au/mastercourse-comprehensive-diagnostics/
Paper Rachel mentions: Whyte MB, Kelly P. The normal range: it is not normal and it is not a range. Postgrad Med J . 2018;94:613–616.
Instagram handle: @rachelarthurnutrition

The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism with Herman Pontzer May 18, 2021

Dr Herman Pontzer is an internationally recognised researcher in human energetics and evolution. He has conducted pathbreaking studies across a range of settings, including fieldwork with Hadza hunter-gatherers in Northern Tanzania, chimpanzee ecology in the rainforests of Uganda, and metabolic measurements of great apes in zoos and sanctuaries around the globe. He recently released the book, Burn: The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism, a fascinating must-read.

Nathan sat down with Herman and discussed major theories and research relating to metabolism, including the carbohydrate-insulin model of obesity, the role of the hypothalamus in energy expenditure and lesson learned from the Hadza tribe.

*Highlights *

The metabolic revolution (3:30)
The additive model (14:00)
How your brain controls energy expenditure (19:00)
We eat what we can get our hands on (30:00)
Re-examining the carbohydrate insulin model (36:00)
Exercise helps you maintain weight loss (41:00)
Studying Hudza life (50:00)

Useful links and resources: e.g:

Follow Metagenics on Instagram - @metagenics_anz

Dr Herman Pontzer’s book - https://www.amazon.com.au/Burn-Misunderstood-Metabolism-Herman-Pontzer/dp/0241388422/ref=asc_df_0241388422/?tag=googleshopdsk-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=463870498773&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=539011197377358903&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9068941&hvtargid=pla-1093754365871&psc=1

The Hadza Fund - https://www.hadzafund.org/

Study by Hall and colleagues “Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake
and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake” - https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/pdf/S1550-4131(19)30248-7.pdf

Psychedelics for Mental Health Apr 27, 2021

In this episode, Nathan sits down with Tania de Jong and Dr Alana Roy from Mind Medicine Australia to discuss the use of psychedelics for mental health. Mind Medicine Australia (MMA) is a charity that seeks to alleviate the suffering caused by mental illness in Australia through expanding the treatment options available to medical practitioners and their patients. MMA are focused on the development of safe and effective psychedelic-assisted therapies to cure a range of mental illnesses.

*Highlights *
Types of psychedelics (6:00)
How psychedelics exert beneficial effects (8:30)
What the research is telling us (12:00)
What a session involves (20:00)
A discussion regarding psychedelic safety (25:50)
Accessibility of psychedelic medicines (31:00)
Mind Medicine Australia initiatives (33:00)
Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies (CPAT) (36:00)

*Useful Links and Resources: eg: *

Follow Metagenics on Instagram - @metagenics_anz

https://mindmedicineaustralia.org.au/

For a Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies -https://mindmedicineaustralia.org.au/certificate-in-psychedelic-assisted-therapies-cpat/

Link to the International Summit on Psychedelic Therapies - https://mindmedicineaustralia.org.au/international-summit-on-psychedelic-therapies/

Watch this animation to find out why psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy needs to be available to those who are suffering - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSO8UTQvYUw

Link to news in this space - https://mindmedicineaustralia.org/news/

Psychiatrist Dr Paul Fitzgerald’s recent short article on the urgent need for innovation in this space - https://medium.com/@pbfitzgerald/the-challenges-of-depression-treatment-in-2020-abd74269764

Sugar facts and fiction with Dr Tim Crowe Apr 08, 2021

What if sugar isn’t as bad as it’s made out to be? Nathan discusses all things sugar with career research scientist and educator Dr Tim Crowe. Dr Crowe draws on 25 years in research to address conflicting information in the field of nutrition. He hosts the popular podcast Thinking Nutrition and is co-author of the book Understanding Nutrition. If you’re looking for a research update on sugar, you came to the right place.

*Highlights *

Sugar chemistry 101 (6:00)
Does fructose cause weight gain? (14:30)
Examining sugar addiction (19:00)
Myth busting - is there a connection between sugar and hyperactivity? (22:20)
Non-nutritional sweeteners: helpful or harmful? (28:00)
Artificial sweeteners and the microbiome (34:00)
Do we need a sugar tax? (38:00)

Useful links and resources: e.g:

https://www.thinkingnutrition.com.au/

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/thinking-nutrition/id1494549885

Links to research mentioned:

Declining consumption of added sugars and sugar-sweetened beverages in Australia: a challenge for obesity prevention - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28275129/

Sugar and artificially sweetened beverages and risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and all-cause mortality: a dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32529512/

Effect of fructose instead of glucose or sucrose on cardiometabolic markers: a systematic review and meta-analysis of isoenergetic intervention trials -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33029629/

Which foods may be addictive? The roles of processing, fat content, and glycemic load - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25692302/

Non-nutritive sweeteners for diabetes mellitus - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32449201/

Managing Perimenopause with Lara Briden Mar 16, 2021

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and bestselling author of the book Period Repair Manual - a practical guide for treating period problems with nutrition, supplements, and bioidentical hormones. This year, Lara has released her new book, The Hormone Repair Manual, which explains how to navigate the change of perimenopause and relieve symptoms with natural treatments. In this episode, she explains the ins and outs of ‘second puberty’ and her favourite nutrients to support this time of life, as well as a fascinating evolutionary perspective on menopause. Tune in for a host of clinical gems!

Highlights

What motivated Lara to write The Hormone Repair Manual? (1:30)
The perimenopausal years, aka ‘second puberty’ (4:00)
Novel insights into nutrients for hormonal support (15:00)
The recalibration process (19:00)
Why you shouldn’t drink alcohol during perimenopause (25:30)
Debunking the controversy surrounding phytoestrogens (29:00)
The evolutionary take on menopause (33:00)
Nutrients for perimenopause and menopause (43:00)
Discussion regarding hormonal therapy (50:00)

*Useful Links and Resources *

https://www.larabriden.com/

https://www.larabriden.com/hormone-repair-manual/

Lara Briden on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/larabriden/

Metagenics on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metagenics_anz/

Reversing Your Epigenetic Age with Kara Fitzgerald Feb 23, 2021

Kara Fitzgerald and her research team were the first to demonstrate potential reversal of biological age in humans by targeting methylation. In their study, the prescribed program included multiple components with documented mechanistic activity on epigenetic pathways. Tune in to hear the details of her research and learn how to influence your epigenetics.
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald has a doctorate of naturopathic medicine, and has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. She is on faculty at the Institute for Functional Medicine, and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. She regularly lectures internationally for several organizations and is in private practice in Sandy Hook, Connecticut.

Highlights
What motivated Kara to move into epigenetic research? (2:30)
Introduction to epigenetic clocks (9:00)
What positively impacts our epigenetics? (24:00)
Kara details her research (30:00)
Methylation adaptogens (35:00)
Kara’s hopes for future research (45:00)

*Useful Links and Resources *
https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/

For Kara’s list of methylation adaptogens and links to her books: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/professionals/methylation-diet-lifestyle/

Kara’s research - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342929824_Reversal_of_Epigenetic_Age_with_Diet_and_Lifestyle_in_a_Pilot_Randomized_Clinical_Trial

Research links: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/professionals/research-news-ideas/

My DNA age - https://www.mydnage.com/

HK Epitherapeutics - http://www.hkgepitherapeutics.com/

About Moshe Szyf - http://www.hkgepitherapeutics.com/about/moshe-szyf/

Metagenics Congress - https://metagenicsinstitute.com.au/congress-2021

The role of MCAS in the gut, brain and beyond with Tania Dempsey Feb 01, 2021

As an expert in mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), Dr Tania Dempsey, imparts priceless information regarding the nature and treatment of this insidious condition. Among many insights, Dr Dempsey explains how to distinguish histamine intolerance from MCAS, the impact of this condition on gastrointestinal health, as well as views on the connection between COVID-19 and MCAS. Importantly, Dr Dempsey draws on years of experience to provide advice on the identification and management of MCAS.

Dr. Dempsey is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine. She has served as an attending physician at a large multi-specialty medical practice in White Plains, NY, and since opened AIM Centre for Personalised Medicine.

*Highlights *

What is MCAS and how prevalent is it? (6:30)
Examining the connection between gut health and MCAS (13:00)
Histamine intolerance versus MCAS (21:30)
Why a personalised diet is important (27:00)
MCAS and COVID-19 (38:20)
How to spot MCAS (47:20)
Stabilising mast cells and avoiding triggers (53:00)

**Useful links and resources:

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https://www.instagram.com/metagenics_anz/

Or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics

Website: https://www.drtaniadempsey.com/
LinkedIn: AIM Centre for Personalised Medicine - https://www.linkedin.com/company/armonk-integrative-medicine#:~:text=Tania%20Tyles%20Dempsey%2C%20MD%2C%20founder,Dr.
Twitter account: https://twitter.com/drtaniadempsey?lang=en

Paper Tania mentions: Afrin LB, Weinstock LB, Molderings GJ. Covid-19 hyperinflammation and post-Covid-19 illness may be rooted in mast cell activation syndrome. Int J Infect Dis. 2020;100:327-332. doi:10.1016/j.ijid.2020.09.016

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7529115/

The Science Behind Medicinal Cannabis with Jason Wilson Jan 05, 2021

Science educator, Jason Wilson is the host of The Curious About Cannabis Podcast which answers questions about the world’s most controversial plant – Cannabis. In this episode, Wilson provides an in-depth history lesson on Cannabinoid science, as well as the use of Cannabis extracts for medicinal purposes and the future of Cannabis research.

Highlights:

Jason’s journey to Cannabinoid research (1:30)
A history lesson on Cannabinoid science (14:00)
Examining endocannabinoid derangement and supplementation with phytocannabinoids (36:00)
The entourage effect (45:00)
Lesser known and emerging cannabinoids (55:00)
Medicinal cannabis (1:02:00)
Directions for future research (1:14:00)

Useful links and resources:

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Or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics

If you are a Healthcare Practitioner in Australia or New Zealand, keep up latest industry news and events by joining our private Practitioner Only Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU

Jason Wilson’s book – Curious About Cannabis: A Scientific Introduction to the World's Most Controversial Plant - https://www.cacpodcast.com/book.html#/

Exploring the Endocannabinoid System, PEA and OEA with Prof Daniele Piomelli Dec 16, 2020

Daniele Piomelli joins us from the University of California, Irvine, where he is the Louise Turner Arnold Chair in Neurosciences and Distinguished Professor of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Pharmacology and Biological Chemistry. Piomelli is the author of over 400 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Nature, Science, Nature Medicine, PNAS and Nature Neuroscience, three books, and 34 patents. He is also the Director of the Centre for the Study of Cannabis and Editor-in-Chief of Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, the first peer-reviewed journal entirely dedicated to the study of cannabis, its derivatives, and their endogenous counterparts in the human body. In this episode, he shares a wealth of information regarding the endocannabinoid system and the acylethanolamides, oleoylethanolamide (OEA) and palmitoylethanolamide (PEA).

Highlights

The endocannabinoid system (3:30)
The fascinating history of PEA (25:50)
The role of OEA in fat digestion (34:00)
Zoning in on PEA (42:00)
PEA dosage and time to benefit (56:00)
Synergism for pain management (59:00)

Useful links and resources:

Follow Metagenics on Instagram here -
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Or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics

If you are a Healthcare Practitioner in Australia or New Zealand, keep up latest industry news and events by joining our private Practitioner Only Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU

Daniele Piomelli Google Scholar citations -
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=c0v1zcoAAAAJ&hl=en

The Science of Longevity with Dr Tommy Wood Dec 02, 2020

Dr Tommy Wood earned his medical degree at the University of Oxford, and subsequently completed PhD in physiology and neuroscience at the University of Oslo. Currently, he holds academic positions at the University of Washington and Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. One of Dr Wood’s research interests is developing easily-accessible methods with which to track human health, performance, and longevity. In this episode, Dr Wood shares a plethora of information regarding the science of longevity, including patterns in ageing, determining biological age, and importantly, whether specific ingredients can increase longevity.

*Highlights *

The fascination with extending the lifespan (5:00)
Looking to the Blue Zones (8:30)
The biomarkers of ageing (15:50)
Determining your biological age (21:00)
Biological drivers of ageing (31:40)
Diving into caloric restriction (38:00)
Macronutrients for health and longevity (55:00)
Ingredients to improve longevity (75:00)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
For more Metagenics follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/metagenics_anz/
If you're a Healthcare Practitioner in Australia or New Zealand, join our private Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU

Follow Dr Tommy Wood on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/
Genetic testing providers Tommy Wood mentions:
Elysium - https://www.elysiumhealth.com/en-us/index
Chronomics - https://www.chronomics.com/dna

Paper – Li J, Bonkowski MS, Moniot S, Zhang D, Hubbard BP, Ling AJ, Rajman LA, Qin B, Lou Z, Gorbunova V, Aravind L, Steegborn C, Sinclair DA. A conserved NAD+ binding pocket that regulates protein-protein interactions during aging. Science. 2017 Mar 24;355(6331):1312-1317. doi: 10.1126/science.aad8242. PMID: 28336669

Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28336669/
Paper – Newman S. Supercentenarians and the oldest old are concentrated into regions with no birth certificates and short lifespans. 2019 Jul. doi: 10.1101/704080

Link - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334497888_Supercentenarians_and_the_oldest-old_are_concentrated_into_regions_with_no_birth_certificates_and_short_lifespans

Leaky Gut - Concept or Clinical Entity? A Lesson from Dr Eamonn Quigley Nov 03, 2020

In this episode, Nathan had the honour of discussing intestinal permeability and ‘leaky gut’ with renowned gastroenterologist, Dr Eamonn Quigley. He is internationally known for his research on gastrointestinal motility disorders, neurogastroenterology and the gut microbiome and has published more than 800 peer-reviewed articles, reviews, editorials, book chapters and case reports. Quigley is past president of the American College of Gastroenterology and the World Gastroenterology Organisation. His current responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the David M. Underwood Chair of Medicine in Digestive Disorders, Head of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Houston Methodist Hospital, and Professor of Medicine at both the Institute of Academic Medicine and Weill Cornwell Medical College.

*Highlights *

Debunking the gut barrier (6:00)
Evaluating tests to assess gut permeability (12:40)
Does targeting paracellular permeability improve disease? (22:00)
The role of the gut microbiome (29:20)
Maintaining the gut barrier (33:10)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
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Or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics

Keep up withthe latest industry news and events by joining our private Practitioner Only Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU

Article: Quigley EMM, 2016 – ‘Leaky gut - concept or clinical entity?’ - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26760399/
Article: Camilleri M, 2019 – ‘Leaky gut: mechanisms, measurement and clinical implications in humans’ - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31076401/
Article: Zuo L, Kuo WT, Turner JR - Tight Junctions as Targets and Effectors of Mucosal Immune Homeostasis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32304780/

New Insights into the Gut-Brain Axis with Scott Anderson Oct 13, 2020

For anyone fascinated by the gut-brain connection, this episode is sure to pique your interest. Scott C Anderson is a scientist, science journalist and co-author of the book, The Psychobiotic Revolution. With great enthusiasm, he brings us up to speed on gut-brain axis centred research – from the relationship between gut health and depression, to the role psychobiotics and diet in the management of mental health conditions.

** Highlights **

Origins of research on the gut-brain axis (5:20)
Chronic inflammation at the root of mood disorders (11:00)
Markers used to assess gut health (14:30)
The role of the vagus nerve in gut-brain cross-talk (21:20)
Does poor gut health cause depression? (23:40)
The relationship between gut health and ASD (28:00)
Drawing our focus to cognitive health (33:00)
What role does the small intestine play in disease? (37:00)
Exploring the use of psychobiotics (42:30)
Therapies to keep an eye on (57:25)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
Book –The Psychobiotic Revolution: Mood, Food, and the New Science of the Gut-Brain Connection
Amazon link to purchase book - https://www.amazon.com.au/Psychobiotic-Revolution-Scott-C-Anderson/dp/142621846X
Website - http://psychobiotic-revolution.com/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Psychobiotic
Psychology today link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/mood-microbe

Blood Flow Restriction Training with Dr Brendan Scott Sep 22, 2020

Looking for a novel approach to exercise for chronic disease populations? You’ve come to the right place. Nathan’s guest, Dr Brendan Scott provides a comprehensive review on blood flow restriction (BFR) training, a technique used to enhance muscular strength and hypertrophy through resistance and aerobic exercise. Dr Scott is a Senior lecturer in Strength and Conditioning at Murdoch University and has a keen interest in hypoxic and blood flow restriction training strategies.

*Highlights *

The origins of BFR training (6:05)
What happens when you change blood flow characteristics (11:20)
Benefits of BFR training (16:55)
Using BFR in aerobic exercise (27:30)
Safety concerns for this form of exercise (31:50)
The equipment requirements (40:20)
The future of BFR research (50:20)

*Useful links and resources: *
Dr Brendan Scott’s Murdoch University profile, and list of publications - http://profiles.murdoch.edu.au/myprofile/brendan-scott/

Join the Metagenics Practitioner Only Facebook Group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU/permalink/1250761761953759/?comment_id=1251570225206246

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Retraining the Brain with Ashok Gupta Aug 25, 2020

Following his ME/CFS diagnosis 20 years ago, Ashok Gupta went on a journey to reclaim his health. His road to recovery emphasised the importance of retraining his brain and he subsequently created a 7-step program to promote neuroplasticity and support healing from chronic illness. In this episode, Gupta explains the basis for his hypothesis and shares an overview of the steps involved in the brain retraining process. A truly fascinating episode, you shan’t be disappointed!

*Highlights *

• Looking to the brain (2:55)
• Gupta’s hypothesis - “we are survival machines” (4:30)
• Why we need to address the cause of complaints (15:00)
• Honing in on the amygdala and insular (17:00)
• Fear extinction (27:00)
• Retraining the brain (30:00)
• Research results from amygdala and insular retraining (39:00)
• Who would benefit from this program? (44:40)
• How to sign up (53:20)

Useful links and resources: e.g:

https://www.guptaprogram.com/

Greg Potter and The Order of Sleeping Aug 18, 2020

Whether you’re intrigued by the science of sleep or simply looking for tools to improve your sleep quality, there’s no doubt you’ll appreciate this podcast episode. Nathan’s guest, Greg Potter, has a PhD in sleep patterns, dietary habits and metabolic health, and his research has been featured in the likes of TIME magazine and The Washington Post. Potter expertly answers all-important questions such as how much sleep do we actually need? What do sleep tracking devices offer? And how does CBT-I help in the quest for a good night’s rest? Enjoy the pillow talk with Greg Potter.

*Highlights *

• The impact of sleep on the immune system (3:10)
• Night-time sleep affects day-time mood (8:00)
• How much sleep do we actually need? (12:10)
• Sleep and ageing (17:40)
• Tracking your sleep (19:40)
• Why you can’t sleep (30:00)
• How to improve your sleep (34:30)
• All about CBT-I (37:00)
• Sleeping aids and supplements (52:15)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
CBT-I research links -
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – 2015
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26054060/?from_term=insomnia&from_filter=pubt.meta-analysis&from_filter=pubt.randomizedcontrolledtrial&from_filter=pubt.systematicreviews&from_filter=years.2015-2020&from_pos=2
Effect of Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia on Health, Psychological Well-being, and Sleep-Related Quality of Life: A Randomized Clinical Trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30264137/?from_term=insomnia&from_filter=pubt.meta-analysis&from_filter=pubt.randomizedcontrolledtrial&from_filter=pubt.systematicreviews&from_filter=years.2018-2020&from_page=3&from_pos=6
The Effectiveness of Behavioural and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies for Insomnia on Depressive and Fatigue Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28619248/?from_term=insomnia&from_filter=pubt.meta-analysis&from_filter=pubt.systematicreviews&from_filter=years.2018-2020&from_page=4&from_pos=3
Digitally-delivered Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Youth Insomnia: A Systematic Review
Results showed that eCBT-I improved sleep efficiency, sleep quality, sleep-onset latency and total sleep time with effect sizes ranging from 0.17-1.30 (Cohen's d).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30135762/?from_term=insomnia&from_filter=pubt.meta-analysis&from_filter=pubt.systematicreviews&from_filter=years.2018-2020&from_page=6&from_pos=7
Some devices mentioned:
Ebb device – https://www.ebbsleep.com/
Photobiomodulation device – https://joovv.com/
Oura ring - https://ouraring.com/

How to Starve Cancer with Jane McLelland Jul 21, 2020

From 1994 until 2004 Jane McLelland battled two aggressive cancers with metastatic spread. Using her medical knowledge and researching heavily, she put together a cancer-starving formula, using natural therapies, exercise, diet and a unique cocktail of medications. Her personalised prescription saw her cancer “melt away”.

Listen in to hear her remarkable story, and share her wisdom concerning cancer management.

*Key Highlights *

Jane McLelland’s story (1:55)
How Jane created her famous ‘metro-map’ (17:00)
Cancer fuel sources (24:00)
Can we determine the fuel source for specific cancers? (30:00)
Commentary regarding off-label drugs (38:00)
Natural constituents (47:00)
Drug recommendations (53:00)
Ingredients critical to include in the cocktail (60:00)

Useful links and resources: e.g:

Jane McLelland’s website: https://www.howtostarvecancer.com/
Jane’s McLelland’s book - https://www.howtostarvecancer.com/the-book/

A Deep Dive: Examining Insulin Resistance, Carbohydrate Metabolism and Obesity with Dr Brad Dieter. Jul 10, 2020

In his words, Dr Brad Dieter’s goal is to use analytics, data science, and a deep understanding of scientific principles to help solve advanced problems. With a background in exercise physiology, molecular biology and biostatistics, Brad proves an excellent guest, as he and Nathan cover the natural history of diabetes and screening tests to assess insulin resistance, to diet debates and the development of obesity – Is it simply a matter of calories in versus calories out? You will have to listen to find out!

*Key Highlights *

How Brad got started in this field (1:40)
A pathophysiology lesson to start (5:10)
Looking at the biomarkers (14:15)
What drives obesity? Examining the hypotheses (20:00)
Looking closer at diets (25:30)
Transferring the research into clinic (36:40)
Weighing up the ketogenic diet (40:40)
Examining personalised nutrition (46:05)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
https://macrosinc.net/

The Science of EFT with Dr Peta Stapleton Jun 16, 2020

Whether you are new to Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or are a seasoned ‘tapper’, this podcast episode is guaranteed to keep you engaged. Interviewee, Dr Peta Stapleton, is a clinical and health psychologist as well as associate professor in psychology at Bond University. Peta has led world-first randomised clinical trials investigating Emotional Freedom Techniques, adding a wealth of research to this field.

*Key Highlights *

The origins of EFT (2:30)
What does a session involve? (6:10)
Is tapping the acupoints essential? (8:35)
The effect of EFT on physiology (13:00)
Review of the research outcomes (17:30)
The astonishing results for cravings and weight loss (27:00)
Tapping as a tool for processing emotion (38:00)
Navigating addiction with tapping (47:00)
The practicalities – training and certification (51:00)

Useful links and resources:
Follow Metagenics Instagram - @metagenics_anz
or Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics/
If you hold a Metagenics account in Australia or New Zealand join our Facebook Group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU/

Dr Peta Stapleton’s website - https://petastapleton.com/
The Science Behind Tapping - https://petastapleton.com/the-science-behind-tapping/
Guidelines for the Treatment of PTSD Using Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316206/
The Effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques in the Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Meta-Analysis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27889444/
Emotional Freedom Techniques for Anxiety: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26894319/
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized and Nonrandomized Trials of Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) for the Treatment of Depression - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27843054/

Screening for Circulating Tumour Cells (CTC) with Karin Ried Jun 02, 2020

Back by popular demand! Associate Professor Dr Karin Ried joins Nathan to discuss the National Institute of Integrative Medicine’s ISET®-CTC test. Ried explains how the test detects CTCs, including how it can distinguish between malignant CTCs and benign circulating epithelial cells, as well as nuances around interpretation of results and the value of monitoring CTCs. Enjoy the highly informative conversation with Dr Ried.

*Highlights *

A very good place to start – what is a CTC? (1:30)
The role the ISET®-CTC test has in integrative oncology (8:00)
Nuances around result interpretation (12:40)
Comparing this test to marker tests (21:20)
Emphasis on the role of the immune system (29:50)
Delivering results to patients (33:20)
Delving into cancer screening (39:00)
Learnings from examining prostate cancer (40:00)
The value of monitoring CTCs (53:30)
Therapeutic considerations (105:00)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
Follow Metagenics Instagram - @metagenics_anz
or Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics/
If you hold a Metagenics account in Australia or New Zealand join our Facebook Group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU/

Paper – ‘New Screening Test Improves Detection of Prostate Cancer Using Circulating Tumor Cells and Prostate-Specific Markers’ - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7192049/

The Mouth is the Gateway to Health with Dr Burhenne May 05, 2020

Dr Mark Burhenne has been practising dentistry for over 30 years and is the author of the #1 best seller, The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox. His passion for oral health and the importance of healthy sleep shines through in this episode, as he offers important insights about the oral microbiome, P gingivalis and sleep apnoea.

*Key Highlights *

Burhenne’s short story (1:40)
Welcome to the oral microbiome (6:10)
Focus on P gingivalis (10:30)
Can treating periodontitis improve other disease activity? (15:50)
Conventional treatment for periodontitis (18:40)
Natural considerations (23:30)
All about biofilms and why we should reconsider using essential oils (26:45)
Shining light on sleep apnoea (31:20)
Why you should seek out a functional dentist (50:30)

Useful links and resources: e.g:
Follow Metagenics Instagram - @metagenics_anz
or Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/metagenics/
If you hold a Metagenics account in Australia or New Zealand join our Facebook Group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetagenicsAU/

Dr Mark Burhenne’s website – https://askthedentist.com
The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox: How We Are Sleeping Our Way to Fatigue, Disease and Unhappiness - https://www.amazon.com.au/8-Hour-Sleep-Paradox-Sleeping-Unhappiness-ebook/dp/B015DIQBZ6
The Dental Diet – Dr Steven Lin

COVID-19 Update: New Mechanisms and Potential Therapies with Dr Scott Antoine Apr 21, 2020

Dr. Scott Antoine’s résumé includes 24 years practicing as an Emergency Medicine Physician and six years practicing Functional Medicine. As you can appreciate, he has a wealth of knowledge and practice under his belt, and is well placed to provide an update on Coronavirus pathophysiology and the role of potential therapies in preventing and managing the condition.

*Key Highlights *

• How Antoine found his way from ER to Functional Medicine (1:45)
• The difficulty with examining the prevalence of Coronavirus (7:20)
• Pathophysiology update (14:30)
• Navigating therapies for Coronavirus (25:20)
• The potential of Methylene blue (29:35)
• The cytokine storm (35:50)
• What can we do to prevent and manage Coronavirus? (41:20)
• Special mention to quercetin (49:30)
• Stress-related considerations (53:30)

*Useful links and resources: *
Link to Dr. Scott Antoine’s clinic: www.vinehealthcare.com
Link to Antoine’s research – ‘A Literature Review Supporting the Addition of Intravenous Methylene Blue, High-dose Intravenous Vitamin C, Intravenous Glutathione, and Nutraceuticals, to Standard Care for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients’ https://www.vinehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/COVID-19-Novel-Therapeutics-A-Comprehensive-Review-of-the-Literature.pdf
Link to article - ‘Coronavirus (COVID-19), First Indication of Efficacy of Gene-Eden-VIR/Novirin in SARS-CoV-2 Infections’ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7146686/
Link to article – ‘A cohort of cancer patients with no reported cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection: the possible preventive role of Methylene Blue’ https://riviste.fupress.net/index.php/subs/article/view/888
Link to article – ‘Evidence that Vitamin D Supplementation Could Reduce Risk of Influenza and COVID-19 Infections and Deaths’ https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/4/988
Link to article – ‘A new clinical trial to test high-dose vitamin C in patients with COVID-19’ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7137406/

Managing the COVID-19 Pandemic – Stress, Sleep and Mindset with Dr Adrian Lopresti Apr 03, 2020

Coronavirus has brought about a great deal of changes and uncertainty in society. Rose sits down with clinical psychologist, Dr Adrian Lopresti, to discuss the mental and social implications of living with this pandemic. They discuss how to maintain a healthy mindset, including what to do and what not to do, as well as adjusting to new routines in lieu of this significant disruption to our lives.

*Key Highlights *
• The social and emotional toll of Coronavirus (3:00)
• Practical strategies to help manage our exposure to information (8:00)
• Incorporating an integrated approach for wellness (9:15)
• Advice for our children (15:30)
• Using the time to reflect (18:00)
• Mindfulness practices (21:20)
• Supplement considerations (25:40)
• Establishing a new routine (28:30)
• Dr Lopresti’s recent research and PI therapy (40:00)

*Useful Links & Resources *
https://pitherapy.com.au/

COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 with Immunologist Dr Heather Zwickey Mar 21, 2020

This episode provides a synopsis on the Coronavirus with a natural twist. Rose sits down with the perfect guest, Dr Heather Zwickey, who is both knowledgeable and articulate. Dr Zwickey has a PhD in immunology and microbiology, and is currently working as a professor and researcher examining the effects of natural medicines on the immune system.

Key Highlights

• Dr Zwickey’s origins in immunology (1:35)
• Virus = SARS-CoV-2. Disease = COVID-19 (3:10)
• Why is this virus more pathogenic than other viruses? (4:10)
• What is emerging data telling us about the spread of this virus? (8:15)
• COVID-19 in comparison to previous pandemics (9:55)
• 48 hours from exposure to symptoms (11:30)
• Who is at risk? (13:50)
• Conventional treatments available for Coronavirus (22:55)
• The potential of natural medicine (29:00)
• Is there any risk in supplementing with vitamin D and zinc? (37:10)

Useful link:

https://heatherzwickey.com/

Photobiomodulation with Scott Nelson Mar 19, 2020

Research examining photobiomodulation, previously known as low level laser (light) therapy, shows promise for a wide range of ailments, from musculoskeletal complaints to degenerative diseases and psychiatric disorders. This episode covers all the basics and more, including a discussion regarding its mechanism of action and existing research as well as practical advice such as how to choose a light therapy device. Settle in as this podcast serves up a perfect introduction to photobiomouldation.

*Key Highlights *

• How Scott Nelson arrived in the world of photobiomodulation (3:20)
• The foundations (6:30)
• How the body harnesses and uses light energy (9:40)
• Diving into the applications of light therapy (15:00)
• Examining the clinical studies (19:40)
• Psychiatric and cognitive health (20:50)
• Pain and inflammation (31:00)
• Cancer (33:00)
• What else does photobiomodulation have to offer? (42:30)
• Choosing a device for you and your patients (45:00)

Useful links and resources:

Light therapy device:
Joov - https://joovv.com/
Research:
Transcranial Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder. The ELATED-2 Pilot Trial - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30346890
Effects of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Autism Spectrum Disorder - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29956199
Systematic review of photobiomodulation for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31286228

Advanced Pathogen Testing with Dr. Karin Ried Feb 21, 2020

To all research enthusiasts - this is a fascinating podcast episode not to be missed! Associate Professor, Dr Karin Ried, explains NIIM’s Pathogen Blood Test, which involves innovative blood testing using cytology based microscopy, and genetic analysis to isolate and identify pathogens, such as Borrelia bacteria and fungi/mould, in the blood. Prepare to be blown away by the potential of this test!

Introduction to the Pathogen Blood Test (4:00)
Deep dive into the methods for identifying pathogens (14:00)
Identifying stealth organisms (16:30)
Insights from live microscopy (19:00)
Is EBV at the helm? (21:00)
Why supporting the immune system is the priority (24:50)
Case Study – Rare fungal infection linked to juvenile arthritis (28:00)
Intriguing insights about skin lesions (34:00)
Focusing on Lyme like illness (39:30)
The practicalities – what the report includes, and how to access it (51:45)

Useful links and resources:
https://www.niim.com.au/research/academic-staff/aprof-dr-karin-ried
https://www.cureus.com/articles/13364-rare-fungal-infection-linked-to-a-case-of-juvenile-arthritis

Dr Nathan Byran - The International Leader in Nitric Oxide Biochemistry Feb 10, 2020

Dr Nathan Bryan was the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as indispensable nutrients required for optimal cardiovascular health. Rose asks pertinent questions, and Bryan answers beautifully. Enjoy this highly informative conversation and take away a clear understanding of nitric oxide production and the importance of this molecule for health.

What is nitric oxide and how do we make it? (3:00)
Looking at the difference between nitrates and nitrites (10:15)
The significance of the oral microbiome in the production of this molecule (17:30)
The challenge with recommending nitrate enriched foods (24:00)
The importance of nitric oxide for the body (28:00)
Clinical symptoms that indicate nitric oxide deficiency (34:30)
Fascinating results obtained from supplementation (37:00)
What’s on the horizon for this field of research (42:40)

Dr Nathan Byran - https://drnathansbryan.com/

Lifting the Veil of ASD with Professor Robert Hendren Jan 15, 2020

In this episode, Nathan is joined by Dr Robert Hendren, a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioural Science at the University of California, San Francisco and author of well over 100 scientific papers and five books. From the get-go, it is clear Hendren is deeply committed to his work, and as such, provides valuable insight into the complex pathology that is autism.

Hendren speaks of his first clinical trial, which launched him on his current career path (2:00)
Elucidating the etiology of ASD (6:00)
Factors influencing gene expression (8:00)
Looking to the mitochondria (11:00)
The infamous gut-brain axis - what role does it play in ASD? (17:30)
Environmental toxicity – do we treat it and if so, how? (26:00)
Sulforaphane holds promise (31:20)
Spotlight on metabolomics (34:00)
Functional testing (38:50)
Professor Hendren’s hopes for the treatment of ASD (43:50)

Critically Evaluating Gene Testing in Personalised Medicine with Tommy Wood Nov 21, 2019

Professor Tommy Wood explains the effects of specific single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) on an individual’s health outcomes. From his analysis of what has been presented in the literature and widely accepted in functional medicine circles, Tommy discusses the relevance of SNP testing and highlights the difference between “relative risk” and “personal risk” whilst expanding on additional factors that should take precedence when treating a patient.

• Professor Tommy Wood discusses his journey into genetic testing and SNPs (06:00)
• Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), gene testing and phenotypes (11:21)
• Fat mass and obesity-associated SNP and obesity risk (14:15)
• FOX03 SNP and lifestyle interventions (18:44)
• SNPs associated with risk of obesity (20:00)
• Melatonin receptor 1B SNP effect on elevated fasting blood sugar (23:17)
• Pre-diabetic risk, SNPs and environmental factors (25:11)
• Catechol-O-methyltransferase SNPs, dopamine and cognitive function (32:39)
• Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase SNPs, homocysteine and folate (38:13)
• The personalized diet and SNPs (45:27)
• The placebo/nocebo effect of genes (50:15)
• Utilising testing outside of genetic testing in clinical practice (56:58)

Choline: The Underappreciated Essential Nutrient with Chris Masterjohn PhD Nov 12, 2019

Chris Masterjohn, PhD currently spends time on nutrition education, conducting independent research and consulting. He has deep and personal experiences with the power of food, movement, and mindfulness to support health and well-being.

• How choline was recognised as an essential nutrient. (6.35)
• Why choline reduces fatty liver. (11.52)
• Dietary sources of choline and its relationship with betaine. (16.31)
• Why the RDI for choline may not be enough. (20.53)
• The relationship between methylation and choline. (24.49)
• How to assess someone’s choline, B12 and folate status. (26.57)
• The importance of choline in pregnancy and infancy. (36.09)
• Teasing out the TMAO controversy. (41.17)
• Optimising folate status: Interpreting testing and intake. (51.10)
• Beyond folate forms: Addressing MTHFR SNPs with creatine, vitamin B2, choline and glycine. (53.45)

The Art of Fighting Fatigue with Ari Whitten Oct 30, 2019

In this thought-provoking and highly informative interview, Nathan is joined by Ari Whitten – energy and fatigue specialist, and founder of The Energy Blueprint. Whitten gets real about the factors contributing to fatigue; dispelling common myths and reminding us about the importance of the universal basics to support energy production.

When life intervenes, how Whitten found himself pursuing a career as an energy and fatigue specialist. (1:37)
Does adrenal fatigue exist? (5:50)
The relationship, or lack thereof, between cortisol levels and fatigue. (12:00)
Why we should look to the mitochondria to understand fatigue (16:27)
Is it worth testing for mitochondrial dysfunction? (28:18)
Deliberating the value of screening for fatigue. (38:58)
Assess and address circadian rhythm function (48:48)
The importance of universal basics (53:25)
The dance between antioxidants and pro-oxidants (1:02:00)

Useful Links and Resources
https://www.theenergyblueprint.com/

Managing Chronic Infection and Mould Illness with Amina Eastham-Hillier Oct 02, 2019

Amina Eastham-Hillier is a Naturopath, Medical Herbalist and Nutritionist who specialises in solving the unique patient puzzles presented with Lyme disease, mould illness, parasites, viruses and other stealth infections. As acclaimed author of Lyme Natural and international presenter and educator to medical practitioners, she combines naturopathy and science to clear a path to healing for even the most complex of cases.

Where to start in a complex case (6:52)
The real prevalence of stealth infections, and why some people get so ill (8:50)
The discover and detection of pathogens; testing and beyond (11:53)
Beyond killing pathogens in the path to healing (20:20)
Supporting energy is fatiguing illness (28:28)
Tailoring treatments for pathogens, acute and chronic presentations (30:30)

A Tour of the Vagal Nerve with Dr Adrian Lopresti Sep 10, 2019

Take a trip down the vagal nerve with Nathan Rose and his guest Dr. Adrian Lopresti as they wander the landscape of strategies to stimulate this infamous pathway. Dr. Lopresti is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice, and senior researcher at Murdoch University with a host of published articles under his belt.

Vagal nerve 101 (2:00)
The relationship between heart rate variability (HRV) and vagal nerve activity (4:13)
Dive into strategies to stimulate the vagal nerve (9:47)
Take a breath for the vagal nerve (13:15)
Why exercise is a useful tool (16:52)
A spotlight on nutrients & diet (20:00)
Is bioavailability of curcumin the be-all and end-all? (25:13)
The current landscape on mood enhancing probiotics (29:16)
Lopresti shares his thoughts on supporting HRV and vagal tone in clinical practice (36:09)
Delve into Lopresti’s world – an update on research in action (38:40)

Examining Specialised Pro-Resolving Mediators in Fibromyalgia with Dr Erik Lundquist Aug 21, 2019

In this episode, Dr Erik Lundquist from the Temecula Centre for Integrative Medicine, shares the results and learnings of a recent trial using specialised pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) to address fibromyalgia symptoms. As Lundquist relays the details of the study, he offers a genuine account of his experience, bringing to light the complexities and realities of treating individuals living with fibromyalgia. While SPMs may not be a panacea, in his opinion, they are ‘an exciting new tool that we’re just scratching the surface on.’

Resolving Inflammation using SPMs with Prof Charles Serhan Aug 05, 2019

Professor Serhan expands on the application of SPMs inside the inflammation-resolution cycle and outside this cycle, highlighting alternative mechanisms, the wide scope of SPM therapy and exciting new treatment considerations currently within the field of lipid research.

Prof Serhan background on moving into studying lipid mediators. (1:30)
Aspirin triggers biosynthesis of lipid mediators. (4:57)
Old to new: Review of inflammation and stimulating resolution processes. (6:55)
Resolvins reduce neutrophilic infiltration and inducing “self-limitation”. (11:14)
Plasticity of macrophage poles – key function of SPMs. (13:48)
Healthy human breast milk contains SPMs. (19:45)
Structures, receptors and functional location of Resolvins. (20:44)
Downregulation of biosynthetic enzymes and using SPMs. (25:00)
Aged mice with enhanced inflammatory response and diminished resolution response. (29:00)
SPMs in obesity models. (31:00)
Role of SPMs in additional chronic inflammatory conditions. (40:05)
SPM killing and clearance of infections without immune suppression. (44:34)
SPMs, macrophage types and tumor reduction. (46:45)
Topical SPM application in animal models. (49:51)
Future publication on periodontal disease. (52:53)

The Omega-3-Index in Health and Disease with Dr Bill Harris Jun 04, 2019

Dr Bill Harris has nearly four decades of experience as a lipid researcher and joins the podcast to discuss the benefits of the omega-3-index test. Listen to Dr Harris explain how the omega-3 index has demonstrated to be the best measure to date of omega 3 status and how this metric may be a more valuable marker of cardiovascular health than traditional biomarkers. Learn the nuances behind the mixed results of clinical trials of EPA/DHA for cardiovascular health, reinforcing the clinical efficacy of EPA/DHA supplementation. Hear Dr Harris’s surprising research findings on omega 6 status which makes you rethink the stereotype of omega 6 fatty acids.

Algorithm to Clarify Thyroid Management with Dr Michael Ruscio May 20, 2019

Today Dr Ruscio clears a path to understanding the role of thyroid in any patient’s presentation. As usual, his approach is levelled at the most important testing whilst assessing patient’s diet and lifestyle for conservative treatments to save his patients time, money and their health. Challenging both standard and functional medicine approaches, he shares his evidence-based algorithm for thyroid management.

Methylation and Epigenetics: Looking Beyond Methyl Nutrients with Dr Kara Fitzgerald May 03, 2019

Dr Kara Fitzgerald joins Nathan Rose to discuss the epigenome, the effect of methylation on gene expression and looking at interventions outside the use of supplemental methyl donors to modify our epigenome for a healthy life.

Environmental Intolerance with Professor David. O. Carpenter Apr 10, 2019

Prof. David. O. Carpenter, MD, PhD (USA), Director of the Institute for Health and the Environment, is an internationally renowned expert in the human health effects of environmental contaminants, including non-ionizing radiation. He talks to Nathan Rose about his research and experience in dealing with sufferers of electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS) and other environmental intolerances.

Shedding Light on our Circadian Biology With Greg Potter Mar 18, 2019

Greg Potter PhD is a researcher and content director at HumanOS.me, an online platform helping people lead healthier lives. Greg’s thought-provoking research explores the associations between sleep duration, diet, physical activity and metabolic health. This podcast highlights the vital role sleep plays in health and the social influences that impact our sleep-wake cycle.

The Cell Danger Response: Rethinking the Cause of Chronic Illnesses with Dr. Neil Nathan Feb 01, 2019

Northern Californian Doctor, author and medical consultant, Dr. Neil Nathan specialises in patients with serious, resistant chronic illness. In this podcast he discusses the clinical implications emerging from the Cell Danger Response, a revolutionary model developed by Dr. Robert Naviaux that explains how the body essentially gets “stuck” fighting a threat even after the danger has passed.

From Science to Clinic: How to Combat Obesity and Weight Stigma with Dr Scott Kahan Jan 11, 2019

Dr Scott Kahan is the Director of the National Center for Weight and Wellness. A researcher, author, lecturer and experienced physician, he specialises in treating obesity. Dr Kahan balances the latest scientific approaches to treating obesity, with his passion for implementing behavioural changes.

The Role of Mast Cells in Female Hormonal Disorders with Dr Tania Dempsey Nov 15, 2018

Dr Tania Dempsey is an expert in chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and the role these conditions play in hormonal disorders. Dr Dempsey is sought after internationally for her knowledge of chronic immune dysregulation, and uses Integrative Medicine to get to the root cause of disease.

Breaking The Barriers to Lasting Weight Loss with Prof Amanda Salis Oct 09, 2018

Australian medical researcher, educator and author shares intriguing clinical insights from her research. She brings the neurobiology of appetite control to life, and explains how ‘diet breaks’ work to help people lose weight and keep it off. She also reviews the latest research on intermittent fasting and time restricted feeding to bring you up to date in obesity research.

Overcoming the Hungry Brain with Stephan Guyenet Sep 19, 2018

Researcher, Neuroscientist and Author Stephan J. Guyenet has spent 12 years studying the neurobiology of body weight regulation. His book, The Hungry Brain, explores why many of our patients overeat, and provides practical, evidence-based strategies to overcome the hungry brain.

Endometriosis as an Immune Dysfunction with Lara Briden Jul 24, 2018

Lara Briden is a renowned Naturopathic Physician with over two decades of clinical experience spanning across Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Lara’s experience with thousands of female patients has been the inspiration behind her book, The Period Repair Manual which educates and empowers women to seek better solutions when it comes to their reproductive health. In this episode, Nathan and Lara cover the latest science surrounding endometriosis and discuss Lara’s approach to reversing the pain and delaying disease progression.

Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs): Noxious or Nocebo? Jun 22, 2018

In this episode, Nathan talks to leading expert in the fields of environmental medicine and building biology, Nicole Bijlsma. Nicole is a Building Biologist, Author, Naturopath, PHD candidate and founder of the Australian College of Environmental Studies. She joins Nathan to discuss the sometimes controversial subject of electromagnetic field exposure. What are the greatest sources of EMFs? How do they affect our physiology? And how can we help to minimise EMF exposure and build resilience?

Unconventional Medicine with Chris Kresser May 10, 2018

Chris Kresser M.S., L.Ac is a globally recognised figure in Functional Medicine, and has been studying, practicing, and teaching natural health for over 15 years. In this episode, Chris discusses the unique, personalised framework of Functional Medicine, and how a functional approach to clinical care can address the limitations of the conventional healthcare model. Further, Chris discusses the evidence for urinary pyrroles, the recent outcomes of the DIETFITS study and his clinician training program, ADAPT.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome with Dr Sandeep Gupta Apr 03, 2018

In this episode, Nathan Rose delves into the complex world of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) with Board Certified General Practice Physician Dr Sandeep Gupta. Dr Gupta draws on his clinical experience with chronic inflammatory illnesses and offers listeners a digestible take on MCAS. Throughout the interview, Rose elicits valuable tips for clinical practice; including how to recognise an MCAS patient, testing options and considerations, as well as therapeutic solutions, both natural and pharmaceutical.

Microbiome-Based Personalised Nutrition with Lihi Segal Feb 16, 2018

Lihi Segal is the CEO and co-founder of revolutionary microbiome-based health app, DayTwo, which uses big data and machine learning algorithms to create personalised nutrition plans. DayTwo is based on research conducted by Professor Eran Segal and Eran Elinav from the Weizmann Institute in Israel, which was used to create an algorithm that can predict a patient’s glucose response to foods based on their personal and microbiome data. The algorithm was shown to accurately predict blood glucose responses in 800 participants whose individual blood glucose was highly variable in response to the same meal. Since 2016, DayTwo has offered their accessible and personalised healthcare services throughout Israel and the United States, delivering evidence-based and personalised healthcare to consumers.

Growing a Healthy Baby with Dr Leslie Stone and Emily Rydbom Feb 06, 2018

Mother-daughter duo, Dr Leslie Stone MD OB-GYN and Emily Rydbom CN, HN, CNP discuss the importance of maternal diet and lifestyle during pregnancy, and their influence on the epigenome of the mother’s offspring. Learn how malnutrition and stress can not only impact neonatal outcomes, such as altered birth weight, but also elicit long lasting effects on the child, such as disturbances in immunity, neurodevelopment and metabolism. Leslie and Emily explain results from their pilot trial which investigated a comprehensive and personalised diet and lifestyle program for pregnant women, with remarkable results. This has inspired Leslie and Emily to create and launch the GrowBaby app to help expecting women optimise their health and nutrition to deliver vibrant babies, who will have better health in years to come.

SIBO treatment with Dr Michael Ruscio Jan 09, 2018

Dr Michael Ruscio is a practicing physician, clinical researcher and best-selling author whose practical ideas on healing chronic illness have made him an influential voice in the Ancestral and Functional Medicine communities. Through combining research and years of clinical experience, Dr Ruscio has developed a practice model that takes patients from ill to well with the least cost, least time, and least effort possible. His practical approach to research and clinical practice have earned him invitations to lecture widely through the US as well as many other international conferences and top health podcasts.

The Microbiome with Prof. Rob Knight Nov 14, 2017

Prof. Rob Knight is a world leading researcher on the microbiome. In this episode, learn the latest science on the microbiome in health and disease states, such as autism and Parkinson’s disease. Listen to Prof. Knight’s views on testing, the key dietary and lifestyle factors that affect the microbiome and where the research is heading.

Nutrigenomics with Prof. Hooman Allayee Sep 20, 2017

Can personalised medicine be truly achieved for our patients based on our current understanding of the role of genetic variation and individual dietary responses? Does knowing a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) allow you to personalise your medicine? Listen to Prof. Hooman Allayee and learn about the difference between nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics, the role of epigenetics, the microbiome and metabolomics to acquire a greater understanding the impact that diet/ nutrients and the environment can have on your genetic predisposition.

Treating Lyme-Like Illness with Dr Hugh Derham Aug 28, 2017

Patients in Australia have been presenting to Dr Hugh Derham with Lyme-like illness for almost a decade. Symptoms can be mild such as brain fog, difficulty thinking and fatigue, to severe presentations of Bell’s palsy and Motor Neuron Disease. Symptoms can last for decades and in most cases can go unrecognised. Dr Derham has been diagnosing and treating patients with Borreliosis infections in Australia since 2010, with some patients having never left Australian shores, and is convinced that a strain or a species of Borrelia, strikingly similar to B. burgdorferi, exists in Australia. Dr Derham covers how to identify a patient’s symptoms, how to diagnose infections, what treatment options have been successful, and how to become more informed when it comes to tick-borne illnesses and Lyme-like disease.

The Microbiome and Immune Dysfunction with Moises Velasquez-Manoff Jun 30, 2017

Moises Velasquez-Manoff is a science writer with a particular interest in the microbiome. His work has been in published in science journals, such as Nature, in addition to popular press, such as the New York Times and Scientific America. As a sufferer of both allergies and an autoimmune condition, Moises has explored the aetiology of immune dysfunction, which is on the increase in the Western world. His investigation included experimenting with infecting himself with parasites in an attempt to modulate his immune system. As a result of his research, Moises has published the book "An Epidemic of Absence: A New Way of Understanding Allergies and Autoimmune Diseases".

Latest Understanding of Probiotics with Dr Mary Ellen Sanders Jun 07, 2017

With some negative articles in the media and conflicting marketing messages in the industry, it is difficult for Practitioners to be confident in selecting a probiotic for their patients. Do probiotics colonise? Is it better to give more strains at the highest dose? What conditions are probiotics indicated for? In this podcast Dr Mary Ellen Sanders will answer these questions and more.

Dr Mary Ellen Sanders
Dr Mary Ellen Sanders PhD is an internationally recognised consultant to food and supplement companies in probiotic microbiology, with special expertise in paths to scientific substantiation of probiotic product label claims. With over 110 peer-reviewed, scientific publications on efficacy substantiation, microbiology and regulatory issues pertaining to probiotics to her name, Mary Ellen strives to provide objective, evidence-based information on probiotics for consumers and professionals.

Applying Microbiome Science to Clinical Practice with Dr Michael Ruscio Apr 26, 2017

Dr Michael Ruscio is a practicing physician, clinical researcher and best-selling author whose practical ideas on healing chronic illness have made him an influential voice in the Ancestral and Functional Medicine communities. Through combining research and years of clinical experience, Dr Ruscio has developed a practice model that takes patients from ill to well with the least cost, least time, and least effort possible. His practical approach to research and clinical practice have earned him invitations to lecture widely through the US as well as many other international conferences and top health podcasts.

Lyme-like Illness in Australia with Sharon Whiteman Apr 10, 2017

Sharon Whiteman is a nurse, a Lyme-like illness sufferer and the president of the Lyme Disease Association of Australia. The LDAA is a registered charity comprised of a small number of volunteers committed to making changes to how Lyme-like illness is viewed, and how patients are treated in Australia. The association undertakes activities in four key areas: information, support, education and awareness. The LDAA’s mission is to: advocate for individuals and families living with Lyme-like illness; educate and seek support from governments, doctors and local communities; act as a conduit between international developments, treatments and other Lyme communities; and fundraise to assist people living with Lyme disease and Lyme-like illness.

Redefining Adrenal Fatigue with Dr Thomas Guilliams Apr 04, 2017

Since 1996 Dr Thomas Guilliams has spent his time studying the mechanisms and actions of natural-based therapies, and is an expert in the therapeutic uses of nutritional supplements. He has invested much of his time studying epidemiological data and clinical research to help him develop evidence-based nutritional solutions that enhance the efficacy of nutritional therapies in clinical practice. Dr Guilliams teaches at the University Of Wisconsin School Of Pharmacy, where he holds an appointment as a Clinical Instructor; and at the University Of Minnesota School Of Pharmacy and is a faculty member of the Fellowship in Anti-aging Regenerative and Functional Medicine (A4M). Thomas has spent years looking into the mechanisms of stress and the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis (HPA) dysfunction and is the author of several books on the topic of chronic disease prevention. More recently he has authored a useful reference book outlining the effects of stress and the HPA axis, focusing on clinically relevant advances in the understanding of the stress response system.

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome with Dr Ritchie Shoemaker Mar 02, 2017

Ritchie Shoemaker MD, is a recognised leader in patient care, research and education pioneer in the field of biotoxin related illness. Over the past 20 years, Dr Shoemaker has uncovered how genetically susceptible people can develop a multisystem, multisymptom illness, a condition dubbed chronic inflammatory response syndrome or CIRS. Often patients diagnosed with conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and even Alzheimer’s disease have in fact later been diagnosed with CIRS and their symptoms improve upon CIRS treatment. Through numerous peer-reviewed research papers, presentations at conferences, books, interviews and physician training, Dr Shoemaker has worked tirelessly to raise the awareness of the potential adverse effects of biotoxins, particularly biotoxins from water damaged buildings.

Phytochemicals and the Microbiota with Dr Jeffrey Bland Mar 02, 2017

Jeffrey Bland, PhD, is the president and founder of the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute in Seattle, Washington. He has been an internationally recognised leader in Nutritional Medicine for more than 25 years. Dr Bland is the cofounder of the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and is chairman emeritus of IFM’s Board of Directors. Dr Jeffrey Bland is the author of the 2014 bestseller, "The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life".

MTHFR in Context with Prof Rima Rozen Jan 20, 2017

Rima is a Professor of Human Genetics and Pediatrics, and Associate Vice-Principal at the McGill University in Montreal, Canada. With an impressive career that spans over three decades, Professor Rozen is a world leader in understanding genetic influences on folate metabolism, with a particular focus on MTHFR. With over 200 peer-reviewed papers to date, in addition to holding several patents in the field, Rima is truly an expert in folate metabolism and MTHFR.

Holistic Psychiatry with Dr Kelly Brogan Nov 18, 2016

Kelly Brogan M.D. is a Manhattan-based holistic women’s health psychiatrist, author of the NY Times Bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College, and has a Bachelor of Science from MIT in Systems Neuroscience. Dr Brogan is board certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and integrative holistic medicine, and is specialised in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms. She is Medical Director for Fearless Parent and a founding member of Health Freedom Action. She is a certified KRI Kundalini Yoga teacher and a mother of two.

Autism and Vitamin D with Dr John Cannell Nov 18, 2016

Dr. John Cannell is founder of the non for profit Vitamin D Council. He has written many peer-reviewed papers on vitamin D and speaks frequently across the United States on the subject. Dr. Cannell is not only a philanthropist, but a registered medical doctor having worked as a general practitioner, emergency physician, and psychiatrist.

Folates Controversies with Prof Rima Obeid Nov 18, 2016

Professor Rima Obeid a holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry and a degree in the field of Clinical Biochemistry. She has a special interest in the role of folate, B vitamins and methylation in health and disease. Her passion for this topic has led to the publication of more than 130 papers in the field of metabolism, nutrition and health.

Functional Psychiatry with Dr Hyla Cass Nov 18, 2016

Dr Hyla Cass is a Psychiatrist; integrative medical practitioner; noted public speaker, author and consultant, and educator on complementary medicine and psychiatry, women’s health and natural treatments for anxiety disorders, depression and addiction. Dr Cass is an internationally recognised expert and educator and a former assistant clinical professor of psychiatry, UCLA School of medicine.

Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr Dale Bredesen Nov 18, 2016

Dr Dale Bredesen a clinician and researcher, has been practicing medicine for over 30 years with a focus on neurology and ageing. His lengthy experience includes being the Founding President and CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and the Director of the Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research at UCLA. The Bredesen laboratory studies basic mechanisms underlying the neurodegenerative process, and the translation of this knowledge into effective therapeutics for Alzheimer’s disease and other similar conditions. Bredesen believes that cognitive decline is a metabolically driven process with multiple causes. His research has led to the publication of over 200 research papers and has made him an internationally recognised expert in the field of Alzheimer’s and neurodegenerative processes.

Depression, Inflammation and Psychology with Dr Adrian Lopresti Nov 18, 2016

Dr. Adrian Lopresti is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and senior researcher at Murdoch University, Western Australia. He has over 18 years of clinical experience working with children through to adults, suffering from a range of mental health conditions including depressive and anxiety-related disorders. Dr. Lopresti has completed his PhD and published several articles in peer-reviewed journals on the effects of diet, nutraceuticals, sleep and exercise on biological pathways associated with depression, ADHD and bipolar disorder. He also completed a clinical trial investigating the antidepressant effects of curcumin in people with depression.

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