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Guts and Girl Bits
by Alison Mitchell
Guts and Girl BitsGuts and Girl Bits covers all things digestion and women's health such a period problems, gut health, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy and parenting related topics. Hosted by Sydney based Naturopath Alison Mitchell with various guests.Learn about how to improve yours and your families health naturally and be empowered with knowledge. ~Alison is a Clinical Naturopath based in NSW, Australia. Contact her on Facebook or via www.naturopathnsw.com.au All information is general and not a specific recommendation that replaces consulting with a practitioner. Please talk to your healthcare practitioner before undertaking any changes to your treatment regime.Image @_arlakay
Episodes
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Sperm Health - Guts and Girl Bits #55
In this episode of Guts and Girl Bits, Raul Pastrana joins us to discuss sperm health. An incredibly important but often overlooked aspect of fertility, we discuss the importance of looking into sperm health at the start of the fertility journey, what can go wrong with sperm health (and why) and...
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A Naturopath's Deep Dive Into Acne - 54
Welcome back to "Guts and Girl Bits!" In this episode, I delve into a topic that affects so many of us: acne. Acne is not just a cosmetic concern; it can impact your self-esteem and even cause physical discomfort. Join me as I explore various approaches to understanding and treating acne from a...
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Brooke's Pregnancy and Home Birth Story - Episode 53
In this episode I share the rest of Brooke Blair's journey to conception, her pregnancy and we discuss her home birth. We touch on some of the difficulties she faced with endometriosis, her miscarriage, and her home birth. We also mentioned the documentary Birth Time which you can view via this...
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Essential Oil Safety & Sustainability with The Alternative Mumma - Episode 52
In this podcast I’ve asked a clinical aromatherapist to join me to chat about essential oils. But it might not be the sort of discussion you’d expect – we’re not talking about different remedies for conditions or anything like that, but rather, I’ve asked her onto the show to chat about essential...
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Brooke's journey with endometriosis plus how women's physiotherapy works with naturopathy #51
I interview Women's Health Physiotherapist Brooke Blair (previously Hile) about her health journey. We discuss how naturopathy and women's health physiotherapy can work alongside each other. This episode was recorded in early 2020 when the COVID-19 outbreak had just begun in Australia. Find the...
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Brooke's journey with endometriosis plus how women's physiotherapy works with naturopathy #51
I interview Women's Health Physiotherapist Brooke Blair (previously Hile) about her health journey. We discuss how naturopathy and women's health physiotherapy can work alongside each other. This episode was recorded in early 2020 when the COVID-19 outbreak had just begun in Australia.
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Endometriosis - Natural Management Options
As we reach the end of Endometriosis Awareness Month I wanted to release a little recording I made a while ago for women's health week, in which I spoke about Endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition that can significantly affect a woman's quality of life, however there is a lack of awareness...
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Endometriosis - Natural Management Options #50
As we reach the end of Endometriosis Awareness Month i wanted to release a little recording I made a while ago for women's health week, in which I spoke about Endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition that can significantly affect a woman's quality of life, however there is a lack of awareness...
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Dear Daughters
Have you ever wondered what you might say to yourself as a younger person? This episode is a collection of words of wisdom and snippets of advice from a collection of naturopaths, other health practitioners and wise women targeted to a younger generation of women and daughters. Topics include...
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Dear Daughters - Episode 49
Have you ever wondered what you might say to yourself as a younger person? This episode is a collection of words of wisdom and snippets of advice from a collection of naturopaths, other health practitioners and wise women. Topics include Awareness of different body types, loving your cycle, being...
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Do your kids have Worms? - Episode 48
You’d be surprised at not only how common worm infestations are in kids, but also how much something like worms can do to your kids. It can affect their behaviour, sleep, energy levels and more. And by the way, you don’t have to have an itchy bum to have worms. If you suspect that your kid (or...
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A Holistic Guide to PCOS - Episode 47
PCOS, also known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a complex condition that can significantly affect a woman’s quality of life. One of the biggest ways it does this is by impacting on a women's ability to conceive and maintain a pregnancy, but it can also impact a woman's self-esteem by making it...
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How to Manage Thyroid Nodules Naturally with Lisa Costa-Bir - Episode 46
Naturopaths Lisa Costa-Bir and Alison Mitchell talk about thyroid nodules in this episode. Thyroid nodules are typically identified thyroid an ultrasound and indicate the presence of a growth of abnormal cells within the thyroid gland. Nodules vary in their sizes and impact, and while some may…
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A Naturopath's Guide to SIBO with Kirsten Greene - Episode 45
In this episode I chat with the lovely Kirsten Greene (previously Swales) all about SIBO and she shares her wealth of knowledge about what this condition is, and the process of overcoming it. If you have difficulty with bloating or other tummy problems you should definitely listen to this…
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PMS and PMDD with Naturopath Lisa Costa Bir - Episode 44
While PMS may be common is is not 'normal' and can be a sign of deeper hormonal imbalances. PMS can express in different ways (there are 150 different type of signs and symptoms that can be attributed to PMS)and one of the more severe forms of this is PMDD (Premenstrual dysphoric disorder). While...
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Elemental and Intuitive Eating with Clara Bailey - Episode 43
I am joined with the ever graceful and wise Clara Bailey from Mediatrix Wellness. In this episode Clara shares her wisdom about elemental eating - how you can gain health and peace with your diet by eating in alignment with the elements. You will learn what the elements represent and support in...
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Thyroid Problems after having a baby - with Renae Bartlett. Episode 42
After just having had a baby, being told that you have post-partum thyroiditis is not fun at all. You'd much rather put all your energy into your cute little bundle. Potentially, many mothers don't feel themselves, and unknowingly struggle with symptoms of post-partum thyroiditis because they…
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Healing Autoimmune Disease by sorting out gut health, hormonal health and mould with Jenn Malecha
In this episode I’m joined with Jenn Malecha – also know as the (W)holistic Health Boss. I had a great time chatting with Jenn about her own health journey but she shared a lot of knowledge about functioning testing and considerations for chronic health conditions. We talk about how if you have a...
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Reducing Chemicals To Protect Future Generations with Tabitha McIntosh
I'm joined with Naturopath extraordinaire Tabitha McIntosh. In this episode of Guts and Girl Bits (formally 'Health & Wellbeing Podcast') we chat about how the chemicals in our food and environment can impact on our health in more ways than we know. We also chat about how chemical exposure can...
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Easing the pains of pregnancy - with Women's Physio Brooke Hile #39
How does your body change during pregnancy? How can you ease the discomfort of some of the common changes that occur and can cause pain such as pubic symphysis dysfunction, back and hip pain and abdominal separation. Previously named 'The Health & Wellbeing Podcast', now 'Guts and Girl Bits' -...
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Coeliac Disease - How to take control of your health and healing your gut with herbs. Episode 38
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes strong reactions to wheat. It can affect your hormonal health, mental health, nutritional status and more. In this episode I chat with herbalist Sarah Corbett about her personal journey with coeliac disease, and the herbal allies she used to…
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Preconception and Pregnancy Nutrition and Supplements With Nikki Warren - Episode 37
Nikki Warren is a Naturopath with a passion for supporting women and men through preconception period and pregnancy. In this episode we chat about the importance of quality nutrition during this time, and get into detail about some of the key nutrients we need to have when trying to conceive and...
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Herbs For Fertility - Health Wellbeing Podcast 36
Interview with Kyra Howearth about how herbal medicine can be of help in couples trying to conceive. We talk about tips for boosting sperm health and egg health, a little about herbs during IVF, and the importance of preconception care. Get in touch with Kyra: http://thefertilityherbalist.com/
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#35 Naturopathic Approach To Low Libido
Join us as we talk about some of the common causes of a low libido, and discuss the ways this can be helped with naturopathy (herbal medicine and nutrition). The guest on this podcast is Alannah Demunck, a Naturopath with a passion for helping people with their sexual health - be it hormonal...
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#34 Breast Implant Illness
With Alysha Habgood https://www.naturopathnsw.com.au/breast-implant-illness Imagine this scenario: You’re a woman who has made the massive decision to get her breasts enhanced. Perhaps you have just had a few kids and after the ups and downs of breastfeeding, your once perky breasts are now...
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#33 Mastitis with Women's Physio Brooke Hile
#33 Mastitis with Women's Physio Brooke Hile by Alison Mitchell
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#32 Medicinal Mushrooms
Jeff Chilton is an expert in Medicinal Mushrooms. He joins me on the podcast to talk about all things medicine mushrooms. What they are, what they can be used for, why he chooses to grow his mushrooms organically in China, and why quality is so important. He talks about some of the quality issues...
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#31 Coconut Oil
Are you a little confused about whether coconut oil is actually good for you or not? I don’t blame you, there’s so much conflicting information about there, some information says it’s bad for you and some says that it’s the magic cure for weight loss and brain issues, among other things. Well you...
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#30 Fibromyalgia
#30 Fibromyalgia by Alison Mitchell
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#29 Pelvic Floor Tightness and Hypertonicity
Pelvic floor tightness, pelvic floor dysfunction, or hypertonicity of the vagina is when the muscles of the pelvic floor are too tight. This can cause pelvic pain for women that just doesn't seem to make sense. They might experience pain during intercourse (vaginismus), pain in relation to going…
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#28 Caring for Mama
The fourth trimester is a period of time after the birth of the baby that many don't know about. This period of time is technically classed as the 6 weeks after the birth of baby, however as you will learn this period can actually extend for almost a year after birth. During this time the new...
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#27 Chronic Pain & Inflammation - Part 2
Part 2 of the Chronic Pain & Inflammation series, covering what natural methods can be helpful. In this episode I discuss herbal medicine, nutrition (diet and supplementation) for dealing with pain, as well as the techniques to support the mental aspect of pain. Most people will experience pain…
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#26 Chronic Pain & Inflammation - Part 1
Most people will experience pain at some stage in their lives, however for some this pain can be chronic, at times severe. Many people struggle with the side effects of conventional pain medications, and turn to natural medicine for support. Herbal medicine and food can be used to assist in the...
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The Anxious and Sick Merry-Go-Round with Kimberly Vucurovic - Health & Wellbeing Podcast #25
Some of you may feel frustrated, if you feel like you are doing all the right things but your health issues don’t seem to be resolving. Every one of you are individuals and have individual reasons for why you are stuck. However, if you suffer from a tendency to be anxious this may be the reason…
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Medical Marijuana - Health & Wellbeing Podcast #24 with guest Dr Rachna Patel
Heath & Wellbeing Podcast #24 Interview with Medical Marijuana expert Dr Rachna Patel. You can connect with Dr Patel here: http://www.drrachnapatel.com/ Her Youtube – Commonly asked questions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNtN7JXpNKHAYA7ZdWzpi1A Dr Patel's Facebook page:...
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Menopause Take 2 - Health & Wellbeing Podcast #23
Join Naturopaths Alison Mitchell and Laura Yen who discuss all things menopause. Topics covered include: what is menopause and what is happening in the body during this time, natural ways to reduce menopausal symptoms such as herbs and diet, reducing the impact of menopause on heart health and...
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Interview With Therese Kerr From The Divine Company - Health & Wellbeing Podcast #22
Health & Wellbeing Podcast #22 Interview with Therese Kerr from The Divine Company If I asked you to go into your cupboard and examine the labels of all your beauty products, I bet you wouldn't be able to tell me much about the ingredients. And that's fair enough, I wouldn't have either. And...
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21 - Interview With Lee Holmes, Author Of Eat Right For Your Shape (Supercharged Food)
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing the beautiful and inspiring Lee Holmes, creater of Supercharged Food. Lee has created several amazing recipe books and her blog has always been a source of inspiration for my dinners. I am so keen to share her new book with you, it is filled with...
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#20 Sleep - Health & Wellbeing Podcast, with guest Laura Yen
A Naturopath's Approach to Sleep Sydney based Naturopaths Alison Mitchell and Laura Yen talk about the problems that can affect sleep, sleep cycles and why sleep is so important. Also, ways you can improve your sleep naturally. Health & Wellbeing Podcast #20 with naturopaths Alison Mitchell and...
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Naturopathic Approach To Acne - Health & Wellbeing Podcast # 19
Naturopath's view of Acne Health & Wellbeing Podcast Episode #19 Sydney based Naturopaths Alison Mitchell and Hayley Stockbridge discuss their approach to helping people with acne. Podcast Breakdown: 0:00 Intro and disclaimer 0:40 Meet Hayley 1:24 What's going on in someone who has acne? 2:40 Why...
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A Naturopath's Approach to Eczema - Health & Wellbeing Podcast Episode #18
Health & Wellbeing Podcast #18 with guest Hayley Stockbridge In this episode Hayley and I discuss our approach to treating eczema from a naturopathic perspective. We talk about the link between gut health and eczema; a nutritional approach to eczema such as nutritional supplements, diet change…
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#17 A Naturopath's Approach To Diet - Health & Wellbeing Podcast
A Naturopath's Approach to Diet Health & Wellbeing Podcast #17 with naturopaths Alison Mitchell and Laura Yen (Burton) We chat about our approach to healthy eating which is based on naturopathic principles. We discuss things such as a whole food diet, our opinion on the paleo diet and the key...
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Adrenal Fatigue Part 2 - What To Do About It. Health & Wellbeing Podcast #16
Adrenal Fatigue: Part 2 - What to do about it Health & Wellbeing Podcast Episode #16 with naturopaths Alison Mitchell and Lisa Costa Bir 0:00 Intro and Disclaimer 2:00 The stages of Adrenal Fatigue based on tests and how that affects it's treatment 3:05 Lifestyle recommendations for Adrenal…
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Adrenal Fatigue- Part 1. Health & Wellbeing Podcast #15 With Guest Lisa Costa Bir
Adrenal Fatigue – Part 2 Health and Wellbeing Podcast Episode #16 with guest Lisa Costa Bir In this episode Lisa and I continue our chat about Adrenal Fatigue, and this time we’re talking what to do about it. If you experience adrenal fatigue there is a lot that can be done about it. In this...
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#14 Nutrients For Optimal Thyroid Health
Did you know that your thyroid needs vitamins and minerals to work properly? And that thyroid medication needs to be converted in the body to work optimally, and vitamins and minerals are used in this process? And it's not just the most well known thyroid nutrients iodine, selenium and tyrosine...
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#13 Naturopathic Approach To A Healthy Pregnancy- Part 2 with Kellie Holland
In the second of two sections on a Naturopathic approach to pregnancy, Kellie Holland from Tonik Health and I chat about some more common issues that pregnant women deal with such as fatigue, urinary tract infections, mood swings, constipation, thrush and heartburn. We also answer some questions...
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#12 Naturopathic Approach To A Healthy Pregnancy Part 1 with Kellie Holland
Naturopathic Approach to a Healthy Pregnancy: Part 1 Health & Wellbeing Podcast, with guest Kellie Holland (Naturopath) from Tonik Health In the first of two sections on a Naturopathic approach to pregnancy, Australian naturopaths Kellie Holland and Alison Mitchell talk about some of the most...
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Our Favourite Health Foods - Podcast #11 With Guest Laura Burton (plus A GIVEAWAY!)
This is a bit of a different style to the previous podcast/videos I’ve done which talk about conditions and naturopathy. In this episode Laura Burton and I talk about our favourite ‘health food’ items and discuss how we use them and what their benefits are. There are links to the items we…
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How To Lose Weight Without Changing Your Diet (much) #10
How to Lose Weight Without Changing your Diet (much) Health & Wellbeing Podcast #10 with guest Lisa Costa Bir In this episode Lisa and I discuss how to reduce emotional and mindless eating to help control your weight by to reducing overeating. Dieting doesn't work long term so to reach a healthy...
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Keeping Healthy When You Move, Coeliac, Pole -Episode 9 With Guest Ashley Hunt
In this episode I am joined with Ashley Hunt, a London based personal trainer and Health Coach. I got to know Ashley when she was living here in Sydney through the health and wellness website Move Eat Heal which Ashley co-founded with a friend. Now Ashley is based in East London and while she…
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Guts and Girl BitsGuts and Girl Bits covers all things digestion and women's health such a period problems, gut health, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy and parenting related topics. Hosted by Sydney based Naturopath Alison Mitchell with various guests.Learn about how to improve yours and your families health naturally and be empowered with knowledge. ~Alison is a Clinical Naturopath based in NSW, Australia. Contact her on Facebook or via www.naturopathnsw.com.au All information is general and not a specific recommendation that replaces consulting with a practitioner. Please talk to your healthcare practitioner before undertaking any changes to your treatment regime.Image @_arlakay
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