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WholisticMatters Podcast Series4 Must-Have Herbs for Your Practice | MH, E35One of the most advantageous qualities of medicinal herbs is their versatility. In this podcast episode, our host Daina Parent, ND, talks with naturopath, herbalist, and acupuncturist Laurence Katsaras about the four herbs he considers essential for any herbalist or practitioner incorporating medicinal herbs in their clinical practice. What do these herbs have in common? Their applications are broad, and their medicinal effects are potent. EEchinacea (02:58) 2Astragalus (20:20) 3Ashwagandha (29:48) 4St. John’s Wort (38:47) More info: https://wholisticmatters.com/best-herbs/2023-06-0252 minWholisticMatters Podcast SeriesMedicinal Herbs for Cardiometabolic Health | MH, E31Metabolic syndrome sets up the processes in our body that contribute to developing and worsening of heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States. Unfortunately, approximately one-third of American adults have metabolic syndrome. In this episode, naturopath, herbalist, and acupuncturist Laurence Katsaras joins us as a first-time guest to talk about the lifestyle factors that can improve metabolic health and reduce the severity of metabolic syndrome. More: https://wholisticmatters.com/medicinal-herbs-for-cardiometabolic-health/2023-02-0338 min
Eagle Clinical Expert Update - The Business of Natural HealthEagle Clinical Expert Update IntroductionOur host, Laurence Katsaras, will share easy to consume ‘Expert Updates’ covering ‘The Business of Natural Health’. He will interview industry experts to provide clarity in some of the areas that aren’t always covered in our formal education (such as regulatory affairs, finance and research). With the help of the experts, we aim to simplify some of the more confusing questions that emerge so that you can get on with the more important things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-03-1800 min
Your Health GuideCOVID-19: Distinguishing Fact From FictionSince the outbreak of COVID-19, the world has experienced fear and confusion due to copious amounts of information surrounding transmission, symptoms, etc. making it frustrating to distinguish fact from fiction. In this episode, Laurence Katsaras provides clarity with easy to understand evidence, supported by clinical research to inform you on the latest developments of COVID-19. Laurence will also talk you through natural ingredients, lifestyle interventions and diet tips to support the immune system.
1:20 - How is COVID-19 different to other viral infections?
4:03 - How many people are experiencing symptoms, and to what degree of severity?
5:45 - How transmission...2020-04-0342 minYour Health GuideBeing a Dad Starts Before Birth. The Surprising Role Of Preconception Health For Fathers To Be.In this episode, Laurence is joined by Naturopath, Researcher and host of the Metagenics Clinical Podcast, Nathan Rose to discuss how lifestyle factors, diet, stress and body composition can create genetic programming that’s carried through from the father to their child, impacting the health of the child for its entire life. Learn about how some simple lifestyle interventions, planning and nutritional support on the father’s part, can make a big impact on their child’s life and even future generations.
It’s not all about the health of the mother when trying to conceive, men need to be in...2019-12-1251 minYour Health GuideHow Mothers Can Optimise Their Child’s Health Throughout Preconception and PregnancyLaurence is joined by Naturopath and researcher, Joanne McNeill to discuss how a mother's health throughout pre-conception and pregnancy can greatly affect not only the child's health, but the family’s generational health and wellbeing.
Joanne and Laurence offer simple lifestyle interventions and what key nutrients mothers, and mothers to be can implement into their daily routine.
• Laurence and Joanne discuss recent research into inheritance of genetic expression and health.
• Defining environmental exposure and an example of the causal link between environmental exposure and genetic expression- the Dutch Famine.
• The critical window f...2019-11-261h 09Your Health GuideThe Fundamental Truth About Fish OilIn this episode, Laurence Katsaras puts a stop to misunderstood evidence currently circulating around fish oil. Laurence will provide answers to questions such as, why is fish oil significant? Does eating fish have the same benefits as taking fish oil supplements? What is the value of purchasing a more expensive fish oil? Is fish oil beneficial for pregnancy? And much more.
This episode will dive deep into the truth about fish oil by answering commonly asked questions and highlighting its significance for good health.2019-08-0626 minYour Health GuideIs What You Heard About Turmeric True?In this episode, Laurence is joined by Naturopath, Nick Breen, to separate the evidence from the hype on the benefits and uses of turmeric – the wonderful spice that continues to gain popularity in treating all sorts of health conditions. However, what should turmeric actually be used for? How does it work within the body? What is it that you should be looking for when choosing turmeric supplements available in the market place?
Laurence and Nick will provide clarity on all these questions and more. Special Guest: Nick Breen.2019-06-2633 minYour Health GuideHolistic Approach to Managing Your Mental Health - Part 2Dr Adrian Lopresti is a well-respected Clinical Psychologist and Researcher, who achieves success with his patients by taking a holistic approach to get to the bottom of why they may be experiencing mood changes. Dr Lopresti is the founder of Personalised Integrative (PI) Therapy, which is a program for mental Healthcare Practitioners, such as Psychologists and Psychiatrists, and trains them on this integrated approach, helping them achieve greater clinical success in mood and psychiatric conditions.
In this episode, Dr Adrian Lopresti talks about five physiological drivers that influence our brain health, providing us with a great overview...2019-03-1528 minYour Health GuideHolistic Approach to Managing Your Mental Health - Part 1Dr Adrian Lopresti well respected Clinical Psychologist and researcher that achieves success with patients by taking a holistic approach to get to the bottom of why you’re experiencing mood changes. Dr Lopresti is the founder of Personalised Integrative (PI) Therapy, which is a program for mental Healthcare Practitioners, such as Psychologists and Psychiatrists, and trains them on this integrated approach, helping them achieve greater clinical success in mood and psychiatric conditions.
Increasing research is showing that diet and lifestyle affects people’s mood. In this episode – Dr Adrian Lopresti is sharing his clinical tips on how he hel...2019-02-1836 minYour Health GuideMagnesium the Miracle MineralIn this episode, Laurence is joined by Naturopath, Nick Breen, to discuss how important magnesium is for your health and how to recognise if you need more of it.
Magnesium has many functions, it’s not just used for muscle cramps – and when you don’t have enough of it, you can feel anxious, stressed, strung out, depressed and have trouble sleeping.
Laurence and Nick discuss how your body uses magnesium and the many benefits it has – from improving energy levels to balancing blood pressure and blood sugar levels. The guys cover magnesium deficiency symptoms to be aw...2019-01-2128 minYour Health GuideThe Low Down on a Low Fat DietLaurence is joined again by Naturopath and Researcher, Sally Olzack, to discuss the science and research behind the low fat diet, and how recent studies have shown that you can successfully lose weight following a low fat diet.
A low fat diet does not mean, eat ‘low fat’ food items. So what does a low fat diet look like and what does it involve? Laurence and Sally talk about the different types of fats found in foods, and the wide range of healthy whole food dietary options that are able to enjoy on the low fat diet.
2018-11-3041 minYour Health GuideThe Ins and Outs of a Ketogenic DietThere’s a mountain of information out there on low carbohydrate ketogenic or keto diets but what does ketogenic even mean, and what does it entail? There can be a lot of confusion on how to follow the diet, or knowing correct ratios on fat and protein and how low is ‘low carb’ really?
Laurence invites Naturopath and Researcher, Sally Olzack, for a deep dive into all things ketogenic. Throughout this discussion, Sally provides clear direction on what the ketogenic diet is, how to know if your body is responding to the diet, how long it can take t...2018-11-0945 minYour Health GuideBehavioural Changes to Help You Lose WeightWeight loss is not just a battle for the body, it needs support from your mind. Laurence Katsaras sits down with Naturopath, Naomi Danaher, to have a conversation about behavioural changes that will enhance your efforts and help you achieve your weight loss goals.
When people think ‘weight loss’, we often think about the diet and exercise components, but equally important are the habits that you create to help adhere to a healthier lifestyle. There are habits that can predict weight loss success, and people who use these techniques lose more weight and manage to keep it off...2018-10-2626 minYour Health GuideDiet and Lose Weight Successfully and Keep It OffLaurence is joined by, Naturopath, Researcher and host of the Metagenics Clinical Podcast, Nathan Rose to discuss all things weight loss.
What most people don’t understand when trying to lose weight, is that our bodies have a weight set point that they feel comfortable at. Through poor diet, this weight set point is shifting upwards causing us to become overweight. When we lose weight, if we do it incorrectly, our bodies can resist this by defending the weight set point and will want to put the weight back on. Laurence and Nathan discuss what this weight se...2018-10-231h 25Your Health GuideDecreasing Testosterone and What to Do About ItFollowing on from episode 15, Laurence Katsaras and Naturopath, Nick Breen, are back to discuss different lifestyle factors that could be impacting your testosterone levels.
Testosterone production naturally decreases with age, however, there are factors that can speed up this process, such as inflammation within the body, nutrient deficiencies, sleep deprivation and poor diet. Testosterone reduction in the body can cause a number of adverse symptoms.
Laurence and Nick run through key nutrients and supplements that will assist in supporting healthy testosterone levels, as well as vital exercises to manage stress and improve your insulin sensitivity. The...2018-10-1237 minYour Health GuideMale Hormones And Understanding How Testosterone Affects MenLaurence is joined by Naturopath, Nick Breen, to talk about male hormones and the important role that testosterone plays in the male body. Testosterone is often thought of as the male sex hormone, but it has so many other functions, and is crucial for overall good health in the male body. Research shows that testosterone levels have been declining for decades, meaning that, men these days aren’t producing the same amount of testosterone as men were 30 years ago.
It’s important to understand how testosterone levels in the body impact can affect your health, and why main...2018-10-0217 minYour Health GuideDiet and Lifestyle Tips for Healthy HormonesIn this episode, Laurence is joined by naturopath and researcher Asha Bleechmore, who shares some practical dietary and lifestyle tips to help support healthy hormone levels in women. Asha gives some specific recommendations on foods to include to enhance oestrogen metabolism and clearance from the body, as well as foods to avoid that could be contributing to your hormonal imbalances. They also discuss exercises to improve general health that have a direct impact on hormonal status and PMS symptoms. Asha presents some great simple tips that are appropriate for every woman to enhance her hormonal health.2018-09-1323 minYour Health GuideYour Health and How It’s Impacting Your HormonesIn this episode, Laurence and Asha Bleechmore continue their discussion around factors that can affect female hormonal conditions. Asha explains how components of a woman’s general health can directly impact her hormone levels. Asha relates it to an orchestra and the different elements of the band that need fine tuning to make sure that hormones are all playing in harmony. She also explains how inflammation, digestive health, and stress can impact hormonal conditions.2018-09-0420 minYour Health GuideUnderstanding the What, Why and How of Female Hormonal ImbalancesFollowing on some episode one; Laurence and Asha walk us through how different symptoms can arise in the menstrual cycle and in what way this can indicate an imbalance in women’s hormones. Together, they dive into detail about oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone, giving a lay of the land as to what each hormone does and when imbalanced, foundational ingredients that can help. Laurence and Asha also touch on the misunderstanding behind Soy, and how this can actually be beneficial to regulate hormone levels.2018-08-2230 minYour Health GuideWhat’s Really Going on During ‘That Time of the Month’?In this episode, Laurence is joined by naturopath and researcher Asha Bleechmore, who is passionate about translating the science of natural medicine into real-life applications. Asha has just come out of 6 months of researching female hormonal conditions and the best treatments for them and over the next several episodes will share these findings with us.2018-08-0620 minYour Health GuideHistamines IntoleranceIn episode 5, Laurence Katsaras interviews Naturopath and Researcher, Joanne McNeil on the topic of histamine intolerance, and what it means to have an intolerance to dietary histamines. This episode focuses on histamine intolerance as the loss of natural mechanisms that effectively help individuals metabolise histamine, and addresses why the DEBBI model is necessary to regain the ability to tolerate dietary histamines.2018-06-2218 minYour Health GuideFODMAP IntoleranceLaurence Katsaras interviews Naturopath and Researcher, Joanne McNeil on the topic of FODMAP intolerance and why FODMAP containing foods can cause IBS-like symptoms in some individuals. This episode focuses on the fermentable nature of FODMAP carbohydrates, why FODMAP intolerances affects digestive dysfunction, and how functional medicine targets the cause of FODMAP intolerance.2018-06-2220 minYour Health GuideCorrecting Allergies Part OneFollowing on from episode one, Laurence Katsaras and Naturopath and Researcher, Joanne McNeil discuss how to navigate and address the underlying drivers of allergy. This episode hones in on why managing allergy with elimination and symptomatic management alone isn’t enough, and examine five core drivers that must be addressed in order to treat allergy beyond the trigger.2018-06-2214 minYour Health GuideCorrecting Allergies Part TwoLaurence Katsaras and Naturopath and Researcher, Joanne McNeil discuss specific strategies to address the role of diet, enzymes, bacteria, barrier and immune (DEBBI) in allergy. This episode highlights the therapeutic mechanisms behind beneficial, evidence-based herbs and nutrients to promote better tolerance to allergens.2018-06-2213 minYour Health GuideHow Do We Develop AllergiesIn this episode, Laurence Katsaras interviews Naturopath and Researcher, Joanne McNeil, on the topic of allergy. During this episode Laurence and Joanne discuss why individuals react to certain triggers, and what solutions functional medicine have to offer. Together, Laurence and Joanne dive into the pathophysiology behind allergy, to reveal why a loss of functional resilience triggers allergic responses, and what can be done to recover immune tolerance.2018-06-2216 minYour Health GuideHow to Detox Your Environment Part 2Laurence Katsaras and Naturopath Claire Murray continue their conversation about how to remove toxic chemicals from the home and what strategies can be implemented to reduce the negative effects of environmental toxins. Claire and Laurence discuss the effect of plastics on our health, the best way to evaluate the environmental health of your home, and how you can buffer unavoidable toxin exposure in the modern world with smart strategies.2018-06-2215 minYour Health GuideHow to Detox Your Environment Part 1In this episode, Laurence Katsaras chats to Naturopath Claire Murray about how to to detox your environment. They will give us some practical tips about what chemicals we should be looking out for, how to read labels and where we can find safer alternatives. This episode is loaded with practical advice to help you detoxify your environment.2018-06-2215 minYour Health GuideOur Toxic Environment and What It Is Doing to Your HealthIn this episode, Laurence Katsaras chats to Naturopath Claire Murray about the importance of detoxifying your environment. Claire and Laurence discuss common toxins we are exposed to in our environment, where we are exposed to them, and how much of an impact they have on our health. By being aware that there are toxins in your environment that may be holding your health back, you can identify them and minimise their impact.2018-06-2222 minYour Health GuideDetox Diet Made EasyIn this episode, Laurence Katsaras chats to Naturopath Claire Murray about the importance of diet in facilitating detoxification, revealing practical tips to help you navigate through your detox program. Claire and Laurence discuss why avoiding certain foods can help to reset your health, the pros and cons of organic eating, and how you can make it easier to achieve your goal of improving your health and wellbeing through detox.2018-06-2223 minYour Health GuideWhat Is Detox, How Does It Work and Why Should I Do One?In this podcast, Laurence and Erica Smith cover the what, why and how of detox. What is detox, how does the body do it and how can we support the body to get real health benefits?2018-06-2222 min