Pure Health Podcast

Kirsty Jenkins

"Pure Health Podcast” is your guide on how to live a healthy wholefood life, where two clinical Nutritionist sisters talk about their experience in the clinic looking into gut health, hormones, women’s health, weight loss + unfiltered banter behind the scenes of work, life and play.

  1. 18 MAR

    Episode 104: Parasite Cleanses: Do You Actually Need One?

    Parasite cleanses are everywhere right now — all over TikTok, Instagram and the wellness space — with influencers claiming that everyone has parasites and should be cleansing them regularly. But how much of this is actually true? In this episode of the Pure Health Podcast, we’re joined by naturopath Em from Pure Health Nutrition to unpack the science behind parasites, when they’re actually a problem, and why DIY parasite cleanses can sometimes do more harm than good. We discuss what parasites really are, how common they are in Australia, and the symptoms someone might experience if they truly had one. Em also explains why parasite cleanses have become such a viral trend online, and what people are often actually seeing during these cleanses that they believe are “worms”. Most importantly, we dive into the potential risks of self-prescribing parasite cleanses, including gut irritation, microbiome disruption, liver stress, and masking the real cause of digestive symptoms. We also talk about the right way to approach parasite concerns, including proper testing, when treatment is actually necessary, and what evidence-based care looks like in clinic. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should be doing a parasite cleanse — or if you’ve been told “everyone has parasites” — this episode will help you separate fact from fiction. In this episode we cover: What parasites actually are How common parasites really are in Australia Symptoms of a true parasitic infection Why parasite cleanses are trending online The truth about what people see during cleanses Risks of DIY parasite cleanses Why testing matters before treatment When parasite treatment is actually necessary Red flags to watch for with online parasite cleanses 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:@purehealthnutrition_@purehealthnutritionclinic

    41 min
  2. 4 MAR

    Episode 104: 15 Biggest Lessons we have Learnt in 7 Years of Building Pure Health

    In this special birthday episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole celebrate 7 years of Pure Health by sharing the most powerful lessons they’ve learnt building a business from the ground up from starting the clinic (when it felt wildly uncomfortable and “wrong”), to growing the podcast, and launching the Wellness Hub app. The girls reflect on the realities of business behind the scenes the risks, the doubt, the criticism, the financial sacrifices, and the constant discomfort of expansion and why success is rarely an overnight moment, but more often the result of slow, consistent effort over years. They also speak candidly about how reinvesting into a growing company can mean taking less pay personally, and why the mission has to be bigger than money if you want to last. A huge focus of the episode is team and culture how the thing they’re most proud of isn’t a product or a revenue milestone, but the team they’ve built and the workplace environment they’ve fought hard to protect. They explain why culture isn’t created through values written on a wall, but through the “battlefield” moments: hiring mistakes, hard conversations, learning to lead, and creating a space where people feel supported, valued, and part of something bigger than themselves. More than anything, this episode is a reminder that building something meaningful will test you but it will also shape you. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, waiting to feel ready, or questioning whether the discomfort means you’re doing the wrong thing… this episode will bring you back to truth: growth happens outside your comfort zone. 🎧 Listen now for an honest, motivating, and deeply relatable conversation about building a business and becoming the person who can hold what you’re creating.

    46 min
  3. 4 FEB

    Episode 102: Why the OCP is not the answer

    In this episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole unpack one of the most common — and misunderstood — tools used in women’s health: the oral contraceptive pill (OCP). They explore why the pill is so often prescribed for symptoms like acne, PCOS, heavy or painful periods, and missing cycles — and why, while it can offer short-term relief, it doesn’t address the underlying drivers of hormonal imbalance. Instead, the pill acts as a band-aid, suppressing ovulation and overriding the body’s natural hormone signals rather than restoring hormonal function. The girls break down the difference between a pill bleed and a real menstrual cycle, explaining why ovulation and progesterone production are essential markers of health. They also dive into what actually drives common hormone-related symptoms — including insulin resistance, inflammation, gut health imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, stress and nervous system dysregulation — and why these root causes are often missed. This episode covers: Why the pill doesn’t “regulate” hormones — it switches them off The difference between a real period and a withdrawal bleed How the OCP is used to manage acne, PCOS, heavy and painful periods Why symptoms often return or worsen after coming off the pill The different drivers and subtypes of PCOS What causes heavy bleeding, period pain and missing periods Why your menstrual cycle acts as a monthly report card for your health Markers of a healthy, regular cycle and when to investigate further Importantly, this episode is not about fear or judgement. It’s about informed choice. The pill can be helpful in certain situations, but long-term hormone health requires understanding and addressing what’s happening beneath the surface. If you’ve ever been told the pill is the only option — or you’re struggling with hormone symptoms and want answers beyond symptom suppression — this episode will help you understand your cycle, your hormones, and what true hormonal balance actually looks like. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to work with your body, not override it.

    56 min
  4. 22 JAN

    Epiosde 101: When Is the Right Time to Have Kids? A Conversation for Career-Driven Women

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty opens up a raw, honest conversation around motherhood, identity and timing — especially for women who are deeply career-driven and building something they love.As a 30-year-old CEO and founder, Kirsty shares why this question still feels so present, even when life looks “on track” from the outside, and why so many women silently carry fear, pressure and uncertainty around if and when to have children. This episode dives into the societal pressure of the biological clock, the fear of losing yourself or your ambition, and the emotional weight women carry when trying to balance purpose, partnership and future family plans. Kirsty explores how motherhood can shift identity and relationships, the realities of childcare decisions, and what it actually looks like to lead a team while navigating motherhood — without pretending it’s easy or perfectly balanced. The conversation also touches on sisterhood in business, the vision of tag-teaming motherhood and leadership within Pure Health, and why becoming a mum doesn’t have to mean shrinking your impact — but can deepen it in powerful, unexpected ways. This episode is for career-driven women, women feeling rushed or behind, women scared of losing themselves, and women who are still figuring out what they truly want — without timelines, pressure or comparison. There’s no right time — only an honest one. Navigating societal pressure, the biological clock, and fear-based messaging around fertility The fear of losing identity, ambition and autonomy after becoming a mum How motherhood can shift relationships — and why communication before kids matters Daycare, nannies and mum guilt — and what actually supports healthy attachment What managing a business and a team might look like through different seasons of motherhood The power of sisterhood, shared values and building a business that supports families Why you don’t need to decide today — and why fear doesn’t mean no “You’re not behind. You’re not late. You’re exactly where you need to be.” Whether you’re building a career, navigating big life questions, or simply craving permission to trust your own timeline, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out — you just have to be honest with yourself. 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to a woman who needs reassurance that her timeline is valid, powerful and her own.

    51 min
5
out of 5
14 Ratings

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"Pure Health Podcast” is your guide on how to live a healthy wholefood life, where two clinical Nutritionist sisters talk about their experience in the clinic looking into gut health, hormones, women’s health, weight loss + unfiltered banter behind the scenes of work, life and play.

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