The Nuanced Naturopaths

Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree
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Join BHSc Naturopaths, Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree, as they intellectually traverse the challenging waters of the natural medicine world. When it comes to health, the 'right' answers are often nuanced, unique and open-ended. Julie and Karinda are dedicated to dancing in these grey areas. Holistic medicine, clinical research, traditional remedies, naturopathy, the wellness industry, herbal medicine, nutrition, food as medicine, healthy lifestyles, biohacking, functional medicine, busting wellness myths plus tips, hints & hacks for your health - these two naturopaths will cover it all!

  1. 3 days ago

    Ep 62 | Why Are We Scared of The Sun? In Defense of Sunlight & Naked Cartwheels in The Sun | Nuanced Advice on Sun Exposure & Sun Protection

    Julie and Karinda are back from the NHAA Herbal Medicine Summit to tackle one of the most controversial, misunderstood topics in functional health: sunlight. Inspired by the hot-off-the-press book, In Defense of Sunlight by Rowan Jacobsen, they look past the rigid “slip, slop, slap” messaging to explore why sun avoidance might actually be driving our chronic disease epidemic. From the evolutionary biology of pale skin and blue eyes, to how your skin microbiome builds UV-resistant, cancer-fighting bacteria when exposed to natural light, this episode is a masterclass in circadian nuance. Ready to take this deeper and build your own strategic light routine? Join us for our upcoming live masterclass, Returning to Our Natural Rhythm: How to Use Sunlight and Darkness for Whole Body Health and Healing, on Thursday, July 2nd at 6:30 PM AEST. We’ll show you how to assess your skin type, build a solar callus, and optimise your circadian biology from sunrise to bedtime. 👉 Click here to claim your spot live or get the replay! ~ MENTIONED IN THIS EP: Book: In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure by Rowan Jacobson (2026)Nature Book ReviewStudy: Cell (2021) Study: Nature (2023) — Skin microbiome of lifeguardsDr. Richard WellerThe Nuanced Naturopaths Episode: Making Vitamin D vs. Taking Vitamin D The Nuanced Naturopaths with Rebecca Edwards on Vaginal & Oral Microbiome, and on Probiotic Myth Busting~ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 NHAA Summit Debrief & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 07:00 How to Get Speaking Opportunities as a New Grad (The Power of Saying Yes) 13:36 Nature Book Review: “Naked Cartwheels in the Sun” & Rowan Jacobson’s Book 19:17 Growing Up in the '70s vs. Modern Sun Phobia 23:34 The Truth About Melanoma: Why It Occurs in Areas Never Exposed to Light 27:00 Why Vitamin D Supplements Can't Replace the 50+ Metabolites Produced by UVB 31:52 The Swedish Study: How Sun Exposure Reduces All-Cause Mortality 33:24 Evolutionary Biology: Pale Skin, Blue Eyes, and Southern Hemisphere Sun 38:55 Urocanic Acid & The Eye-Skin Mismatch (Why Sunglasses Block Skin Protection) 47:53 The Skin Microbiome: How Lifeguards Develop UV-Resistant, Cancer-Fighting Bacteria 53:45 The Skin-Brain-Gonad Axis: Sunlight on Genitals & Sex Hormones (The 2021 Cell Study) 58:16 Masterclass Invite: “Returning to Our Natural Rhythm” (July 2nd) 59:36 The Mind-Blowing Cardiovascular Stat: Sun Abstinence vs. Heart Disease 01:01:55 Why Your Doctor Still Prescribes “Slip, Slop, Slap” (Clinical Guidelines Lag) 01:05:37 Taking Your Medical Power Back & Self-Led Education ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.

    1hr 10min

  2. 16 Apr

    Ep 61 | All About Creatine | Naturopaths Bust Myths & Talk Facts About Creatine Supplementation | Creatine Benefits, Research and Nuance for Women, Aging, and Genetics

    A very nuanced deep dive into creatine, starting off with some technical difficulties and audio glitches! Thanks for bearing with us! In this episode of The Nuanced Naturopaths, we unpack creatine supplementation amid its growing popularity; we don’t commonly rely on it, but are frequently asked about it. We explain what creatine is, how it supports ATP energy production, and why it has been viewed as a “gym bro” supplement, then review evidence for benefits including improved strength, power, lean mass, some anaerobic performance measures, and potential cognitive effects like reduced mental fatigue and improved memory, especially in people with low baseline creatine. There's nuances for vegetarians/vegans, older adults, and midlife women, including lower creatine stores in women and estrogen’s role in creatine production. We address myths about sufficiency from diet, genetic/methylation considerations (homocysteine, MTHFR, B vitamins), and safety concerns such as kidney risk with high-dose protocols, emphasizing individualized assessment and evidence-based dosing. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Cold Open Tech Chaos 00:45 Why Creatine Now 04:01 Creatine Basics Explained 05:18 Beyond Gym Bro Uses 08:36 Key Benefits Overview 09:51 Brain Fog And Aging Links 13:34 Myth Body Makes Enough 14:14 Estrogen Creatine Connection 16:05 Cycle Cravings And Energy 19:56 Perimenopause Signals 21:35 Should We Override Biology 23:16 Lifestyle First Approach 24:33 Myth Three Gene Effects 28:33 Methylation Cycle Basics 31:37 Homocysteine And Creatine 35:04 Symptoms Of Poor Methylation 36:54 Last Myth Safety Concerns 39:24 Dosing Protocols Explained 42:01 Trusted Evidence Resources 48:10 Nuance And Next Steps 51:18 Wrap Up And Subscribe ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE CONNECT WITH KARINDA ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    54 min

  3. 9 Mar

    Ep 60 I All About Functional Testing I Hormone, Stool, Genomic & Hair Testing for Complex Health Issues | Functional Testing in Naturopathy: When It Helps, When It’s Optional, and Why Context Matters

    Today we discuss the benefits and limits of functional testing, emphasizing patient-centred, tailored decisions rather than blanket protocols, especially given cost and the value of thorough history, case taking, and clinical exams. We explain that tests are snapshots in time, results can be delayed, and fundamentals like sleep, circadian rhythm, hydration, nutrition, and nervous system regulation can be addressed while waiting, noting some supplements and diet changes can skew results. We share examples where genomic testing clarified B-vitamin needs, and where hair mineral analysis plus gut and organic acids testing revealed toxic copper driving mineral transport issues. We contrast comprehensive testing with GP panels, detailing the DUTCH test’s broader hormone, metabolite, toxin, cortisol, and melatonin insights and the importance of timing hormone testing seven days post-ovulation. They also outline advanced stool testing methods and markers, discuss celiac-related findings, and frame genetic risk as modifiable by environment. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Why Functional Testing Matters 00:32 Test Don’t Guess Debate 02:23 Keeping Testing Patient Centered 04:03 What To Do While Waiting 05:48 When Patients Request Tests 07:43 Case Study Hair Minerals Copper 11:22 Avoiding Blanket Test Funnels 12:57 DUTCH Test vs Standard Hormones 15:58 Estrogen Metabolism and Risk 18:07 Timing Hormone Tests Right 19:52 Cycle Tracking and Perimenopause 21:00 Progesterone in Men 22:15 Advanced Stool Testing 23:05 Metagenomics and Cultures 25:21 Inflammation and Celiac Markers 27:09 Gluten and Autoimmunity 28:30 GP Tests vs Comprehensive Panels 29:11 Parasites Candida and Terrain 31:51 Health Focused Genomics 35:30 Methylation and Fertility Risk 36:22 Genes Environment and Wrap Up 39:37 Podcast Outro and Events ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    41 min

  4. 3 Mar

    Ep 59 I Testing 101 I The Pros & Cons of Blood Tests, Bone Scans & More | Getting Accurate Blood Tests | How Naturopaths Look at Blood Tests Differently

    Julie and Karinda explain how many GPs primarily flag only results outside reference ranges to identify frank disease states, while they also use functional/optimal ranges and compare multiple markers over time using historical results to spot trends and support prevention. They outline practical factors that can skew blood tests—fasting too long (aim ~10 hours; avoid >12), exercising (even up to 48 hours prior), stress, illness/recovery, dehydration, and timing/queues — encouraging consistency across tests, including seasonality. They discuss Australia’s Medicare limits influencing GP test ordering and note naturopaths can arrange private tests. Other GP-aligned testing covered includes coronary artery calcium scoring for cardiovascular risk and DEXA/bone testing (including an ultrasound option with fragility scoring), plus concerns about medication side effects and interactions. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Menopause Real Talk 00:50 Welcome and Topic Setup 02:15 How Doctors Read Bloods 04:27 Blood Tests Are Snapshots 06:12 Fasting Done Right 07:45 Exercise and Other Confounders 11:10 Hydration and Needle Tips 13:07 Timing Your Lab Visit 15:04 After Dinner Snack Hack 17:26 Naturopathic Functional Ranges 18:55 Functional Ranges Explained 20:37 Tracking Trends Over Time 22:11 Standardizing Test Conditions 24:13 Skewed Reference Ranges 27:40 GP Limits and Medicare Rules 29:45 Private Testing Options 32:02 Heart Risk Calcium Score 36:09 Bone Density and Fragility 39:20 Part Two Teaser Wrap Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    40 min

  5. 6 Feb

    Ep 58 | The Nuance of Menopause & Menopausal Hormone Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy (MHT, HRT, MHRT)

    In this episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood topic of menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We explore the nuances of menopause and perimenopause, the evolving conversations around it, and the physical and emotional challenges women face during this natural transition. We discuss the controversial history of HRT, including the flawed Women's Health Initiative and Million Women Study that led to a drastic reduction in HRT prescriptions. We also touch on the recent removal of the black box warning on HRT products in the US and what this means for women considering these therapies. The importance of distinguishing between synthetic progestins and bioidentical hormones is emphasized, alongside the need for personalized, holistic approaches to manage menopausal symptoms. We invite you to contemplate the potential gifts of menopause and advocate for a balance between natural health practices and medical interventions. Join us for an in-depth, nuanced conversation that aims to empower women navigating this significant life stage. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Theme Song Confusion 01:13 Welcoming the Audience 03:21 Introducing the Topic: Menopause and HRT 07:09 Understanding Menopause and Perimenopause 09:45 Factors Influencing Perimenopause Experience 12:22 Emotional and Mental Health During Menopause 16:33 Hormone Replacement Therapy: Historical Context 18:20 Critique of Past Studies on HRT 23:28 Misunderstandings and Misuse of HRT 27:58 Black Box Warning on HRT Removed 28:40 Impact of Black Box Warning on Prescriptions 29:40 Personal Stories and Experiences with HRT 30:38 Exploring the Safety and Dosage of HRT 31:26 Natural vs. Pharmaceutical Approaches 33:21 Advocating for Women's Health and Natural Cycles 42:11 Marketing and Pharmaceutical Influence 46:54 The Role of Menopausal Women in Society 49:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    59 min

  6. 21/12/2025

    Ep 57 | Staying Grounded & Optimising Your Wellbeing During the Holiday Season | Healthy Habits for the Holidays

    Welcome to a special outdoor AND holiday edition of the Nuanced Naturopaths. We provide practical tips and advice on how to stay grounded, mindful, and true to yourself through the chaos of the holiday season. We emphasize the importance of maintaining mental health hygiene, sticking to personal boundaries, and understanding the motivations behind family dynamics. They discuss the role of communication, self-compassion, and practical naturopathic advice for maintaining physical health during festive feasts. Whether it's self-love, protein shakes, or herbal support, this episode is packed with strategies for navigating the holiday season with grace and health. Perfect for anyone seeking to balance joy and self-care amidst holiday pressures.00:00 🎅 Here Comes Santa Claus!00:13 🎄 Nuanced Naturopaths Christmas Edition01:00 🧘‍♀️ Collective Drop-In for the Silly Season01:44 🌬️ Grounding and Breath Awareness07:15 💬 Handling Holiday Stress and Family Dynamics11:18 🛡️ Protecting Your Peace During the Holidays13:03 🧠 Mental Health Hygiene and Daily Practices22:46 💖 Compassion and Understanding in Family Interactions32:33 Reflecting on Mortality: Embracing Stoicism34:09 Cultural Perspectives on Death38:00 Navigating Holiday Eating Habits41:06 Setting Boundaries and Communicating Needs42:01 Practical Tips for Holiday Well-being55:44 Final Thoughts and Encouragement ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    1 hr

  7. 15/12/2025

    Ep 56 | Karinda Gives Advice to her Teenage Self | Naturopath's Thoughts on Spiritual Aspects of Menstruation, The Pill, Childbirth, Rites of Passage & more

    *We discuss birth trauma in the first portion of this episode. If this is a topic you may find uncomfortable, please skip to 17:20-25:00 of the episode* Today we dive deep into menstrual cycles and how Karinda uses her cycle as a spiritual practice, the impact of the pill (which teen Karinda was once on), and an unexpected chat about childbirth, frankly sharing how we feel about natural vs medicalised approaches. As always, we discuss our personal experiences, and Julie guides Karinda through some questioning on the causes behind her irregular cycles this year. We also explore the spiritual practice of menstruation, societal attitudes towards periods, and the historical and cultural context of birth practices. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about women's health, spirituality, and the power of embracing our natural cycles. MENTIONED IN THIS EP: Buy our pre-loved health books on Marketplace!: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1504126500863399/The Book Eve by Cat Bohannon: https://www.catbohannon.com/home/eveTIMESTAMPS 00:24 Welcome to The Nuanced Naturopaths 00:48 Healthy Drink Discussion 01:50 Human Eating Habits 02:38 Human Evolution and Cooperation 04:21 Reading Habits and Tips 10:52 Spiritual Practice of Menstruation 17:20 Modern Birth Practices and Challenges 21:33 Embracing Life and Death 21:50 Medical Interventions in Childbirth 22:17 Trauma and Unnecessary Interventions 22:33 The Impact of Birth Trauma 22:50 Personal Experiences with Medical Interventions 24:50 Advocating for Yourself in Childbirth 25:39 The Importance of Education and Autonomy 29:01 Reflecting on Past Experiences 32:23 The Pill and Its Effects 38:53 Addressing Root Causes of Health Issues 42:32 Learning and Growing Through Life 46:16 Conclusion and Listener Engagement ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    48 min

  8. 05/12/2025

    Ep 55 | Naturopaths Respond to a Popular Natural Supplement Ad | Myth Busting Supplements & "Green Pharmacy"

    Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

    59 min
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3.9
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About

Join BHSc Naturopaths, Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree, as they intellectually traverse the challenging waters of the natural medicine world. When it comes to health, the 'right' answers are often nuanced, unique and open-ended. Julie and Karinda are dedicated to dancing in these grey areas. Holistic medicine, clinical research, traditional remedies, naturopathy, the wellness industry, herbal medicine, nutrition, food as medicine, healthy lifestyles, biohacking, functional medicine, busting wellness myths plus tips, hints & hacks for your health - these two naturopaths will cover it all!

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  • Creator
    Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree
  • Show Website
    The Nuanced Naturopaths

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