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Wellness by Designs - Practitioner PodcastA Deep Dive into Acne with Jacinta BarbagalloWhy isn’t your acne responding, no matter how “clean” your skincare routine is?In this eye-opening episode, skin specialist nutritionist Jacinta Barbagallo shares why stubborn breakouts rarely start on the skin’s surface—and why real solutions lie far deeper. Together, we explore the three root causes of acne: retention keratosis, hypersebum secretion, and skin pH imbalance, and the surprising internal drivers behind them, from nutrient deficiencies and cortisol surges to gut dysfunction and metabolic imbalances.Jacinta unpacks how to go beyond surface-level treatment with targeted clinical tools like strategic blood testing (e.g. SHBG...
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Periods, Poos & PimplesSIBO, Methylation & Histamine Intolerance: The gut-skin connection with Joanne KennedyWe're replaying an old favourite with the super knowledgeable and lovely Joanne Kennedy - the SIBO, MTHFR & Histamine Intolerance expert.
Joanne gives us a complete download of her brain to help us understand methylation and why this is such an important aspect to consider in clients presenting with histamine intolerance.
Within the skin, we can see histamine intolerance present in the form of rosacea, peri oral dermatitis, hives, eczema and acne.
Now there's a lot of hype around methylation and we can be quick to blame our gene expression such as MTHFR gene...
2024-05-161h 00Periods, Poos & PimplesThe steps you need to take to prevent post-pill Acne with Skin Specialising Naturopath Phoebe AcklandIf you're constantly cycling on and off the pill in the hope that the next time you get off your skin has sorted it's s*** out, then you need to listen to this
Unfortunately whilst you're on the pill, it's masking a HUGE underlying driver of acne being hyper-sebum secretion. But there's a lot more to acne than just a hormonal imbalance and many systems of weakness that you can focus on whilst you're on the pill to reduce the likelihood that your acne will come back with a vengeance once you're off the...
2024-05-0229 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesNatural Cycle Tracking for Conception & Contraception with Lauren HartCervical mucus, basal body tracking, LH Test strips & cycle tracking apps - there's a bunch of different ways you can either predict and/or confirm ovulation as well as detect your fertile window phase
Unlike what they teach us in high school, you can't fall pregnant every single day of the month and the pill isn't the only tool to prevent you from falling pregnant (if that's your goal)
Understanding natural cycle tracking methods can be one of the most empowering tools to help you identify your fertile window...
2024-04-0929 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesUnderstanding what your skincare products are designed for and signs a product isn't right for you - with Lia TrebilcockLately at Orenda we have so many new clients that are asking us what kind of skin care brand they should be using for their condition
And we are often spending heaps of time educating our clients on the importance of having their skin care reviewed by a qualified professional so we can make sure that’s not a factor impacting our clients results
So I thought, let's get Lia from Skin Education International back on the podcast to give us the facts about exactly what we should be looking for...
2024-04-0241 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe Road to Relief: Jordan Hendey's Path Through Topical Steroid WithdrawalIf you ever feel like you’ve been medically gaslighted before for the systemic adverse reactions that occur once you’ve withdrawn from Topical Steroids, then this is for you.
It’s a thing, it exists and it’s called Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW).
In this episode, we speak with one of Jacinta’s clients Jordan Hendey all about his journey from Topical Steroid Addiction, to being hospitalised for blood infections, to then moving to Thailand to receive treatment for TSW.
Unfortunately in this space, so many individuals are suffering with severe sympto...
2024-03-281h 01Periods, Poos & PimplesPussy Talk - What's causing your frequent UTI's and what to do about it?If you've suffered with a UTI before, you know it's basically hell in the urethra..
And for those with frequent UTI's it is quite common to take multiple courses of antibiotics per year, without a long term strategy to reduce the frequency of infections
In this episode, we have our Vaginal Microbiome & Women's Health Queen - Greta Durston sharing with us all the facts you need to know if you suffer with chronic UTI's
In this episode, we cover:
Acute vs. Chronic UTI'S
Microbes associated with UTI's
Standard pathology...
2024-03-1926 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesHow to encourage optimal fetal positioning for spontaneous labour with Midwife & Personal Trainer Gabrielle BrennanIn preparation for labour & postpartum, the talk is often around optimising nutrient intake to support breastfeeding, the growth and development of the baby and giving the body all of the TLC to support the post-partum mumma to be.
But how about if you could focus on optimising the outcomes of your labour by getting your baby primed for it’s perfect positioning?
In this episode we are going by Nurse/Midwife, Personal Trainer & Birth Preparation Body worker Gabrielle Brennan. Gabrielle is dedicated to providing bodywork techniques to help soften the pelvic space to encourage optimal fe...
2024-03-1254 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesLet's Feast with Paige - Part 1: Debunking & Diagnosing Hypothalamic AmenorrheaHaving Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) can be an extremely gruelling journey that can last quite a few years; trust us we’ve seen it in our clients and Paige has personally been through the journey herself.
There’s unfortunately a lot of misconception as to what is the “right” approach to getting your period back and the truth is, there isn’t a blanket approach for everyone.
In this episode, we debunk so many myths around HA and give you the facts based off the research, our own personal experiences and our experiences working with clients 1:1.
In Part 1, we...
2024-02-2940 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe importance of language & behaviour when raising healthy kids with Alexi HoganEver wondered how you're supposed to actually teach your children healthy habits with food without instilling fear of their plate or creating restriction?
As adults and parents, we know our food behaviours and beliefs about ourselves can be significantly moulded by our upbringing; this is why we brought Nutritionist & Mum of 2 Alexi Hogan onto the podcast to talk about her own personal experience and approach to this very sensitive topic.
In this episode, we speak with Alexi about:
Alexi's diet philosophy as a Nutritionist and how she educates...
2024-02-221h 12Periods, Poos & PimplesPussy Talk - Everything you need to know about Bacterial Vaginosis from a Vaginal Microbiome Expert, Greta DurstonIs it thrush or is it actually Bacterial Vaginosis? (BV)
If you’re sick of being prescribed antibiotics every time you notice somethings not right with your vag, then you need to listen to this episode.
Also, if you feel like it’s a dirty topic let’s just debunk that right now because as you’ll learn, so many women have BV at some point in their lives.
Pretty sure we’re the luckiest team of Naturopaths to have one of the most clever ladies in the industry sp...
2024-02-1330 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesPart 1 - How to overcome client obstacles & skincare reactions with Jacinta BarbagalloOur bonus weekend episode is all for the skin therapists & dermal clinicians!
In Part 1 - Jacinta's answering the most commonly asked questions from Skin Therapists on instagram including:
What kind of language and wording can you use to help educate clients on the importance of addressing their internal health when they're resistant?
What would you suggest from my clients that can't afford consultations and supplements but they want to start somewhere with their internals?
How do you support clients when they're having a major flare to new gentle products?
What are some basic...
2024-02-0226 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesUnderstanding the skin barrier & skincare ingredients to avoid with Corneotherapist, Renee FennelDo you feel overwhelmed by what you're ACTUALLY supposed to be putting on your skin? Everywhere you turn there's a new treatment or protocol designed to give you the clearest skin; but unfortunately many mainstream treatments are missing the most important understanding of it all.
This is where Corneotherapy comes in. In this episode, we speak with Corneotherapist Renee Fennell on exactly what Corneotherapy is and how it can transform your skin.
In this episode we cover:
What is corneotherapy?
The importance of the skin barrier
Key ingredients...
2024-01-3050 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesLet's Feast with Paige - New Years Goals, Intuitive Eating & Meal PlansOur Sports Nutritionist Paige is back!
We're a bit late to the new years goal sharing bandwagon but we got there eventually. In this episode we share our perspective on goal setting when it comes to health, our personal & work related goals for the year and we answer a lot of questions Jacinta gets in clinical setting related to diet.
When it comes to the diet, we often find people are constantly striving to find “the thing” that’s going to “work” for them
Whether it’s a meal plan, int...
2024-01-231h 07Periods, Poos & PimplesEnhancing practical skill set to improve the client experience with Skin Educator, Aofie MarieSkin therapists! This one’s for you..
Before we get into this podcast I want you to have a think..
How long has it been since you’ve up skilled your facial massage technique in the treatment room?
Have you thought much recently about your client experience and how everything you’re doing from the moment your client steps in the door is impacting your return rate?
How about the actual physical benefit you’re trying to provoke with the technique you’re using on your client
What about when you’re onboarding a new therapist, what methods do you have...
2024-01-1647 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesHow to have Healthy Skin from Within - Shahna Sarpi & Jacinta BarbagalloIn this episode, Jacinta is interviewed by one of her bestie Nutritionists - Shahna Sarpi!
Jacinta Barbagallo is a qualified Nutritionist that specialises in skin health, hormone health and Women's health. She is the founder of Orenda Women's Health where her and her team of Nutritionists and Naturopaths support women with skin and reproductive health.
Jacinta is an expert when it comes to helping us have healthy skin from the inside out and in this episode she shares her top strategies to have healthy skin from within.
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2024-01-091h 32Periods, Poos & PimplesNutrition coaching, weight loss, calorie tracking & meal planning with Orenda's Sports Nutritionist, Paige KryggerWelcome to the newest addition of the Orenda team, Sports Nutritionist & Women's Health Coach, Paige Krygger!
In this episode both Jacinta & Greta share their experiences working with Paige as their Nutrition Coach from both a practitioner and client perspective.
There is much debate in this industry about calorie tracking, meal planning, the "correct" formula for weight loss and controversy exists even around having weight loss as a health goal. We believe every aspect of nutrition has it's place and everything needs to be put into context. Our goal is...
2024-01-0255 min
The Shahna Show30. Skin Health Q&A: Melasma, Rosacea, Acne Scarring & More, with Jacinta BarbagalloJacinta Barbagallo is a qualified Nutritionist that specialises in skin health, hormone health and Women's health. She is the founder of Orenda Women's Health where her and her team of Nutritionists and Naturopaths support women with skin and reproductive health.
In this episode, Jacinta answers the questions submitted by you over on Instagram.
Questions and topics that we cover in this Q&A are:
What is the best treatment for Melasma?
Where to start with Rosacea treatment?
What to do about acne scarring.
What’s the deal with caf...
2023-12-2522 min
The Shahna Show29. How to have Healthy Skin From Within, with Jacinta BarbagalloJacinta Barbagallo is a qualified Nutritionist that specialises in skin health, hormone health and Women's health. She is the founder of Orenda Women's Health where her and her team of Nutritionists and Naturopaths support women with skin and reproductive health. Jacinta is an expert when it comes to helping us have healthy skin from the inside out and in this episode she shares her top strategies to have healthy skin from within.
In this episode, Jacinta shares:
Key nutrients that support skin health and which foods to get them from.
The three most...
2023-12-251h 33Periods, Poos & PimplesConversations with an Expert Skin Therapist: Robyn McAlpineEver wondered if the latest go to trends to "fix" your acne are actually helping or harming? If you want to fix your skin it's plain and simple - you need to work with it not against it. Which means, at an absolute base you need to start with understanding the function of your skin, the life cycle of the keratinocyte and your skin therapist must be educating you on your skin type.
This is not just for someone battling with a skin condition, but this extremely important to any skin therapist/dermal clinician...
2023-11-0843 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe multifaceted approach to assessing and treating eczema with Rebecca HughesEczema can be an extremely debilitating condition with often little to no long term solutions available (until you delve into the world of Naturopathy and exactly what's going on). Conventionally, often the solution is topical steroids, but those who have been there before know the long term side effects and that it doesn't address the underlying cause.
In this episode, we are joined by one of Jacinta's previous University Lecturers and Skin Experts, Rebecca Hughes. Rebecca shares with us her knowledge on the multifaceted approach to assessing and treating Eczema and the importance of identifying your individual...
2023-08-1342 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesWhat you should be eating for optimal hormone health and training performance with Holistic Health & Fitness Coach, Bec CameronIf you've been following us for more than a minute, you know that there's no other team we trust more than Bec & the BFIT Squad when it comes to supporting our clients with HA & periods that have gone MIA. As a female health & fitness coach running a successful worldwide coaching program, Bec works closely in a 1:1 capacity with her clients to support them on their health & fitness journey with customised training programs and weekly nutrition support.
In this episode, Bec answers all of those questions so many woman are constantly confused about in relation...
2023-07-1140 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesPussy Talk: Why You Keep Getting Thrush & What To Do About It with Vag Queen GretaDo you suffer with chronic thrush or vaginal symptoms such as thick discharge, odour or painful sex? Are you stuck in a constant cycle of fluconazole prescriptions and just want to understand what the hell is going on? If you have any level of confusion around vaginal health - this one is for you! Jacinta chats with our own practice manager and vaginal microbiome specialising naturopath, Greta and nothing is off limits! Greta gives us an honest schooling in vaginal health - and it won't be the last - in our new series titled "Pussy Talk"!
2023-07-0441 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesFunctional Nutrition in Hormonal Treatment with Melissa from The Seed CycleThis week we are joined by the lovely Melissa, founder of The Seed Cycle to discuss how seed cycling may be the missing link in hormonal treatment. Melissa had been working in the hormonal space, prescribing seed cycling to her clients when she realised that it just wasn't easy enough to put into practice, so she created The Seed Cycle, to make this ancient tradition accessible for everyone.
1:35 - The WHY behind The Seed Cycle brand 7:36 - What is seed cycling and how does it effect the menstrual cycle? 12:44...
2023-06-2038 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesHow to Identify Gut-Driven Acne with Jacinta BarbagalloThis one is for the skin therapists who want to learn how to identify when your clients acne may be driven by the gut! In this 20-minute solo-podcast, Jacinta Barbagallo, founder of Orenda Women's Health will arm you with the skills to confidently educate your clients about the connection between the gut and skin. This is a taster of some of the information you will learn in Jacinta's 6-week, self-paced advanced acne training for skin therapists. So get your note pad out and be ready to write down all of the juicy tips!
In...
2023-06-1422 min
Nutrition Grad Guide79. Building a Thriving Women's Health Clinic Online, with Jacinta BarbagalloJacinta Barbagallo is a qualified Nutritionist that specialises in skin and women’s health. Having built a thriving online clinic called Orenda Women’s Health, she shares her experience growing from solopreneur to having a team. Along with supporting clients, Jacinta also educates skin therapists about the intricacies of skin health from the inside out.
In this episode, Jacinta shares:
Her transition from working as a Sales Manager at a supplement company to going full time in her own business.
Practicing out of her brother’s gym doing nutrition consultations.
Working at a skin c...
2023-06-071h 02Periods, Poos & PimplesSupporting a Healthy Gut Microbiome in Children with Naturopath Laura TaylorLaura Taylor is a degree-qualified naturopath, specialising in gut health and children's health. She joins us today to explain the importance of a healthy gut microbiome in children and how to grow a diverse microbiome from infancy. Gut health truly is at the centre of so many body functions and in this episode, Laura and Jacinta break it down for all of the parents out there wondering how to support their growing bub or child to build a healthy gut and immune system and set them up for life.
1:52 - The importance...
2023-06-0647 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesEverything You Need to Know About Pathology Testing with Jacinta BarbagalloHave you ever been to your doctor feeling like sh*t only to be told your pathology test has come back "within range". This happens all too often and Jacinta wants you to know that your symptoms are not all in your head. This week, founding nutritionist, Jacinta explains the ins and outs of pathology testing to empower you to look beyond the reference range for optimal health.
This episode, Jacinta covers: 1:46 - What are the requirements for medicare covered testing? 3:03 - Why you're being told "everything is fine"! 8:51 - Creating...
2023-05-3026 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesConversations with a Lactation Consultant: Joelleen Winduss Paye Tells Us Everything We Need To Know.Are you thinking about having a baby, already pregnant or recently given birth and are experiencing some level of confusion about breast feeding? This might just be the podcast for you! This week, Jacinta chats to Joelleen Winduss Paye who is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), endorsed midwife and degree-qualified naturopath. Joelleen takes a holistic approach to breast feeding and coaches new mums on understanding the new born cues, when to feed, when to pump and much more and in this very special episode, she passes this onto our listeners.
In this...
2023-05-2347 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe Female Libido as a Marker of Overall Health with Naturopath Laura Elise
1:42 - Defining the importance of libido 6:08 - Key signs of unhealthy libido7:51 - What does a healthy libido look like? 12:10 - Factors impacting the female libido 17:57 - Supporting the vaginal microbiome and natural lubricants 19:53 - Strategies to reduce vaginal infections 23:55 - Do condoms affect the vaginal microbiome? 27:10 - How does gut health impact libido and vitality?29:54 - Modern day living and libido31:48 - What tools can we use to improve desire for those with low libido?33:27 - Laura's three tips for...
2023-05-1639 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe Role of Neuroplasticity in Chronic Pelvic Pain with Danni BichlerDanni Bichler is a chronic pain specialising naturopath and the founder of Alivio Health. Danni uses a combination of naturopathy and reprocessing therapy with her clients to "rewire the brain" and achieve freedom from chronic pain. This one is for you if you experience chronic pain and have been told there is nothing you can do about it or that "it's all in your head". Danni is here to tell you that is absolutely not true!
In this episode, Danni and Jacinta cover:
1:50 - Danni's own story with chronic pelvic pain
2023-05-0949 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesHow to Master Your Menstrual Cycle with Hormone Specialising Naturopath KarindaThis week, we are joined by very special guest Karinda to discuss the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle and how to live your best cyclical life. Karinda likens the phases of the menstrual cycle to the changing of the seasons with phase 1, your period being your inner winter, phase 2, the follicular phase is your inner spring, phase 3, the ovulatory phase is your inner summer and phase 4, the luteal phase being your inner autumn. Each phase comes with hormonal and energetic shifts and learning to flow with these changes is a powerful tool for mastering your cycle!
2023-04-2548 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesWhy you're still getting breakouts on the pill with Jacinta BarbagalloIn this week's solo podcast, Jacinta discusses all things acne and the contraceptive pill. This episode is for individuals or practitioners who aren't seeing results with the contraceptive pill for hormonal acne and want to dive deeper into the drivers of acne.
In this episode, Jacinta covers:
1:11 - Pinpointing the drivers of acne whilst still on the contraceptive pill
3:30 - Stress hormones and the skin
13:00 - How does gut health impact acne?
15:40 - The impact of diet and alcohol consumption on the skin
20:23...
2023-04-1822 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesSIBO EXPLAINED: with Gut-Specialising Naturopath Karly RavenDid you know that 80% of diagnosed IBS cases are actually SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)? This week, Jacinta chats to Karly Raven, a highly experienced gut-specialising naturopath to explore exactly what this conditions is, how to identify the drivers and prevent relapse.
In this episode, Karly and Jacinta cover:
2:18 - What is SIBO?
4:08 - Differentiating the types of SIBO
8:05 - What are the underlying drivers of SIBO and how do we identify these?
13:00 - The SIBO relapse
15:00 - How does constipation relate to SIBO?
2023-04-1128 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe Ins and Outs of ACNE with the Orenda TeamDo you suffer from acne and can't quite pinpoint what's driving your breakouts? Have you tried self-prescribing skincare and supplements but just aren't seeing the results that you are hoping for? If you answered yes, this episode is for you! This week, the Orenda girls take a deep-dive into all things ACNE and break down the common dietary and lifestyle mistakes that may be impacting your acne.
In this episode, we cover: 1:31 - What the Orenda team has been working on to improve their health8:00 - The biggest mistakes we see with...
2023-04-0552 min
Nourished Gut PodcastEpisode 45: Glowing Skin Starts from Within: Holistic Acne Solutions with Jacinta Barbagallo Episode 45: Glowing Skin Starts from Within: Holistic Acne Solutions with Jacinta BarbagalloIn this week’s episode, we're chatting about all things acne with Jacinta Barbagallo, a Nutritionist, Women's Health Educator, and Founder of Orenda Women's Health. Jacinta will discuss the science behind acne, which factors may lead to acne and what can be done to treat it. This episode will be sure to offer you insightful information and useful advice for healthy, glowing skin!Tune in to find out:Potential causes of acneThe in-depth pathology behind acneFunctional factors affecting the skin’s environmentDifferent type...
2023-04-0244 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesEverything You Need to Know About Hypothyroidism with Tara NelsonAre you exhausted, always cold, suffering from thinning hair, finding it hard to lose weight and just want some answers? Do you think you could have a thyroid condition or have you been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, Hashimotos or subclinical hypothyroid?
If you answered yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you! This week, we chatted to Tara Nelson, a thyroid specialising naturopath with over 20 years of clinical experience. In this episode, Tara discusses Hypothyroidism which relates to multiple conditions associated with an under-functioning thyroid gland.
Jacinta and Tara discuss:
2023-03-2854 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesUnderstanding Neurodiversity in Women with Clinical Psychologist, Lydia MeemIn today's episode, we are joined by Neurodivergent Clinical Psychological, Lydia Meem. Lydia has been working with neurodivergent individuals since 1998, and as a Registered Psychologist from 2002. She is a popular speaker, presenting at autism conferences around the world. In this episode, Lydia shares clinical knowledge and personal insights into the topic of Neurodiversity in Women specifically, the importance of psychological assessments, signs to screen, how to feel supported by the network around you and the resources available.
In this episode, Jacinta & Lydia discuss:
Exactly what the term neurodivergent means
Understanding the spectrum of neur...
2023-03-1446 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesThe postpartum advice you need to hear with Naturopath & Doula Alexi HoganHave you ever felt confused by the myriad of advice out there for new mothers and just want to hear the raw truth about life after birth from someone who has been through it all? Meet Alexi Hogan, superstar doula and qualified naturopath! Alexi's path to motherhood wasn't linear by any means and in this episode of the podcast, she tells us all about her fertility journey and how instrumental her own doula was in her postpartum care. So grab a box of tissues and a notepad and pen and dive in!
In this episode, Jacinta and L...
2023-02-141h 08Periods, Poos & PimplesImplementing Healthy Habits with Nutritionist and Mindset Coach Shahna SarpiHave you been trying to implement a new health regime or integrate a new habit into your lifestyle but haven't been able to hang onto it long-term? If that sounds like you, then this one is for you! In this episode, Shahna Sarpi, a clinical nutritionist and mindset coach, delves into the importance of creating healthy habits and why we need to address our mindset if we are want long lasting sustainable health.
In this episode, Shahna and Jacinta cover:
6:40 - AWARENESS in behaviour change
12:45 - Foundations of behavioural change
15:05 - Mas...
2023-02-091h 03Periods, Poos & PimplesHow to test for pre-diabetes and balance your blood sugar with naturopath and PhD candidate Emily PickeringPre-diabetes affects about 1 in 6 Australian adults and substantially increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. In this episode of the podcast, Jacinta talks to Emily Pickering, a naturopath and PhD candidate from the University of Queensland who has conducted studies on pre-diabetic adults using natural supplements and herbal medicine. Join us for this deep-dive on clinical findings and what you can be doing RIGHT NOW to balance your blood sugar and decrease your risk of developing insulin resistance or diabetes.
In this episode, Emily and Jacinta discuss:
5:10 - What is pre-diabetes?
11:21 - The dif...
2023-02-021h 03Periods, Poos & PimplesHow Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals impact hormone health & fertility with Naturopath Lesley O'ConnorIn this episode of the podcast, we chat to naturopath Lesley O'Connor all about endocrine disrupting chemicals and how they effect our hormones and fertility outcomes. Lesley talks at length about the most common endocrine disrupting chemicals, which products these chemicals are commonly found in and how to reduce your exposure.
In this episode, Jacinta & Lesley cover:
4:00 - What are endocrine disrupters?
5:08 - Where do we find endocrine disrupting chemicals?
7:02 - Top tips for choosing low-tox products.
9:00 - How do these chemicals impact fertility?
10:54 - Are BPA free plastics better for us?
12:52 - The accumulative effect of end...
2023-01-2436 minPeriods, Poos & PimplesHormonal Migraine Deep Dive with Migraine-Specialising Naturopath Josie Carin.On this episode of the podcast, we chat to Josie Carin, a clinical naturopath who specialises in migraine care and prevention. Hormonal migraines can have a significant disabling effect on the ability to live a happy, healthy, productive and fulfilled life. This is why Josie has made it her mission to support women living with migraine finally break free and enjoy a better life!
Josie shares her knowledge in this area in the hopes that you can find some relief and understanding of the drivers of migraine attack. If you suffer from cyclical migraines that cause disruption t...
2023-01-1757 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesSkin Clinic Education Series - 3 common diet mistakes impacting your clients acne and how to confidently approach the diet discussionTo really classify your clinical practice as including holistic skin assessment, understanding the importance of your clients diet and how this can impact their skin is a MUST. Now, you don’t need to be a nutrition expert to provide education and you don’t need to go back to uni for years of training either. What you do need to have is an understanding of the common mistakes your clients can be making, recognising when to intervene with APPROPRIATE education and understanding how to approach one the most sensitive topics that can exist with someones health. In this solo...
2022-12-1326 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesOrenda Women's Health: Panel Chats with Jacinta Barbagallo, Katie Omond and Phoebe AcklandThe practitioners of Orenda Women's Health come together to discuss all things skin, hormones, and gut health. In this weeks episode, we answer YOUR questions and give you unfiltered advice on how to eat for skin and hormonal health, how to optimise your vitamin D levels, non-negotiable supplements for the skin and loads more. Jacinta, Katie and Phoebe are a wealth of knowledge and they are here to give you the tools to harness your healthiest skin yet!
In this episode, the girls cover:
6:28: What are the best foods for gut health? ...
2022-11-291h 04
Periods, Poos & PimplesThe Acne Series - Part 4: How your gut health is impacting your acne with Jacinta BarbagalloWe know that there is a direct connection between the health of your gut and the function of the skin - but the first thing often spoken about is probiotics or the role of the gut microbiome. There are many different facets of the digestive system which we analyse when it comes to identifying the driver of dysfunction in the gut that can be impacting a clients skin presentation. Having the tools to identify the signs/symptoms of the gut-skin axis needing some extra support is just the first step and screening for infection is the next.
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2022-11-1518 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesHow to adjust to the hormonal and insulin changes during peri-menopause with Kira SutherlandAre you leading into your 40's-50's and noticing changes in your body as you go through peri-menopause? Maybe your body just doesn't respond to the same dietary and lifestyle protocols you've always implemented.. or maybe you're a skin therapist and have clients that are noticing changes in their skin during this time of their life and you want to learn more about exactly what is happening on a physiological level with their hormones and insulin function..
In this weeks episode, we are joined by Sports Nutritionist & Naturopath, Kira Sutherland. Kira is a world renowned practitioner, athlete...
2022-11-0157 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesThe Acne Series - Part 3: Understanding the pros & cons of Doxycyline in Acne, Rosacea & POD with Jacinta BarbagalloHave you been prescribed doxycyline for your skin before but not exactly sure how it may be working? (or possibly not working) or maybe you're a skin therapist and you've seen so many clients being prescribed doxycyline and want to confidently be able to explain to them the mechanism of action. In this podcast, Jacinta goes through the nitty gritty of everything you need to know with Doxycycline - from understanding the exact mechanism of action in some of the most common skin conditions like acne & rosacea - to how to support yourself whilst on doxycycline/transitioning off. Get...
2022-08-2327 min
The Shahna Show5. Understanding Acne, with Jacinta BarbagalloJacinta is a women’s health and skin expert who has joined us on the podcast to share her extensive knowledge about acne. Having supported numerous clients in the management of acne, Jacinta has a deep understanding of this skin condition and shares it with us in this insightful episode.
Tune in to listen Jacinta dive into:
The problems with the conventional treatment of acne.
What you need to know about skin cell turnover and how it impacts the healing process.
The 3 main types of acne and how the treatment of each type differs.
Why testing is...
2022-08-141h 02
Periods, Poos & PimplesThe Acne Series - Part 2: What you need to test to find the cause of your acne with Jacinta BarbagalloTwo of the most common phrases we hear from our clients with acne in their initial consultations are "I've had everything tested and everything is within range" or we hear "I've just been prescribed the pill, doxycyline and roaccutane but I actually haven't had any testing done to figure out what's going on". Acne is an extremely multi-faceted condition and the answer you need so you can break the viscous cycle of medications and multiple skin treatments is to actually find the cause of what is going on.. and the answers are in your pathology. If there is anything...
2022-08-1431 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesThe Acne Series - Part 1: Top 5 reasons you aren't getting long lasting results with your acne treatments with Jacinta BarbagalloAcne is one of the most chronic and common skin conditions that affects so many individuals. A survey completed in 2021, revealed that individuals in Australia can spend approximately $3000 in 6 months just trying to self-treat their acne, with little to no long term change. Working 1:1 with hundreds of women who have gone through the roller coaster of self prescribing supplements, back and forth on prescriptive medications and trying all of the latest skin care - Jacinta knows the hurdles you have to jump to actually get long lasting results in your skin. If you feel like you're sick of going...
2022-08-0217 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesSIBO, Methylation & Histamine Intolerance: The gut-skin connection with Joanne KennedyIn this weeks episode, we are joined by Joanne Kennedy - the SIBO, MTHFR & Histamine Intolerance expert. Joanne gives us a complete download of her brain to help us understand methylation and why this is such an important aspect to consider in clients presenting with histamine intolerance. Within the skin, we can see histamine intolerance present in the form of rosacea, peri oral dermatitis, hives, eczema and acne. Now there's a lot of hype around methylation and we can be quick to blame our gene expression such as MTHFR gene mutations as the cause of impaired methylation; but throughout...
2022-07-191h 03
Periods, Poos & PimplesThe fundamentals of Endometriosis - drivers, diagnosis, testing & treatment with Freya LawlerIf you've ever felt like your period pain has copped some serious gaslighting or maybe you're going down the route of endometriosis diagnosis and treatment, this podcast is for you. From a naturopathic perspective, we understand there is a significant correlation between an individuals experience with endometriosis and their immune system function, gut health, nervous system response, detoxification capacity, hormonal status and so much more. In this episode, Jacinta speaks with an expert in the realm of Endometriosis, Naturopath & Fertility Educator Freya Lawler about the ins and outs of endometriosis. If you've had confusion about surgical procedures, causes of...
2022-07-051h 05
Periods, Poos & PimplesBody image, binge eating and psychology of food with Sami - RoseIf you've ever experienced the waves of emotions that can drive disordered eating or the competitive comparison that stirs how we view our body image and you want to learn the steps to take to regain control over your relationship with food and have confidence in your body, this one's for you.
In Episode 5, Jacinta speaks with Sami - Rose, Sami is a Registered Counsellor, weight-inclusive personal trainer, and online coach from Brisbane, Australia. Sami's main areas of specialty are in binge eating and body image issues, but she also provides general counselling, helping her clients manage t...
2022-06-2155 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesPost-pill acne: how, why and what to do with Jacinta BarbagalloThe pill essentially suppresses natural hormone production from the ovaries and does an excellent job at reducing the symptoms of hormone acne WHILST you’re on the pill. But what about when it’s time for you to come off the pill? Or when you want to actually get to the root cause? In this episode, Jacinta fly’s solo and talks you through the causes of post-pill acne and the 5 key areas you need to optimise to reduce your likelihood of post-pill acne returning once you come off. All of the tips and tricks to help you transition off th...
2022-06-1425 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesFertility, miscarriage & optimising egg quality with Fertility Naturopath, Rhiannon HardinghamHave you repeatedly heard the term “unexplained infertility” and actually would just like someone to explain what that really means? Or maybe you’ve been through the fertility of fertility with recurrent miscarriages and want to find out more about what you can do. Perhaps you just want to find out more about how you can improve your egg quality. In this episode, Jacinta speaks with one of the leading Naturopath and Fertility Educators Rhiannon Hardingham about the causes of infertility, frequent miscarriage and what you need to do from today to optimise your egg quality.
In this e...
2022-06-0550 min
Periods, Poos & PimplesWhat’s causing your acne and what you need to do about it with Skin Therapist & Educator, Lia TrebilcockIf you’ve ever experienced a breakout or suffering with acne and you keep asking yourself, what is actually happening within my skin to be causing this mad bacterial overgrowth? You’ll want to tune into this one. There are 3 physiological causes of acne that create the perfect environment for bacterial overgrowth to occur and a breakout to begin. In this episode, Jacinta speaks with one of the leading skin therapists and educators in Australia, Lia Trebilcock all about the causes of acne, the impacts of dehydration, skin care red flags you need to be aware of, the impact of e...
2022-06-051h 23
Periods, Poos & PimplesNavigating the Rosacea Journey through conventional medicine to holistic treatments - Jessica’s StoryHave you ever felt like you haven't been truly heard or had the support you needed with your diagnosis of Rosacea? Do you often feel like you may be the only one that experiences the fluctuations of the flare ups and remission with Rosacea or that your condition has almost become your sense of identity? Almost like it can control every aspect of your being. In this episode, Jacinta speak with one of her dearest clients Jessica Anwyl who has been a spokeswoman and inspiration for so many on her Rosacea journey. Jess takes us through her journey from...
2022-06-0552 min
Nutrition Grad Guide2. Working as a Sales Rep for a Functional Medicine Company, with Jacinta BarbagalloMeet Jacinta Barbagallo, qualified nutritionist and Area Manager for a Functional Medicine Company.
Hear about the amazing opportunities that can come from being a sales rep, including getting paid to learn, travelling interstate for work, networking with other practitioners and educating others. Jacinta tells us why she thinks repping is a great career and something that she thinks everyone should do if they want to go on to become a clinical nutritionist.
You can find her and follow her journey at:
https://www.instagram.com/cintaa94/
2020-01-2045 min