Love & Guts

Lynda Griparic | Integrative Practitioner |Gut | Digestion | Constipation |

Love and Guts is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for a life that feels anything less than full and magnificent — and who understand that real health starts from the inside out. Your host, Lynda Griparic, is a degree-qualified Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Yoga Teacher with over 20 years of clinical experience and an avid — sometimes awkward — passion for all things digestive health. Lynda specialises in complex gut conditions, including SIBO, IBS, constipation, and the intricate connections between gut health, hormones, thyroid function, and beyond. Each episode dives deep into the conversations that matter — gut health, bowel function, brain health, mindset, connection, hormones, and the intelligent communication systems that exist within the body. Expect practical strategies you'll want to apply immediately, expert interviews with leading practitioners, and honest conversations that may challenge you, occasionally get a little whacky, but never too bio-hacky. This podcast is for you if you're ready to understand your body more deeply and take meaningful steps toward lasting health. ⚠️ Please note: The information shared on Love and Guts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalised advice from your healthcare practitioner. 💌 Ready to work with Lynda? https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an-appointment/ 🌐 www.lyndagriparic.com

  1. 23 FEB

    Omega-6 Isn't the Enemy: Udo Erasmus on What's Really Poisoning Your Oils

    #310 Udo Erasmus, the legendary "oil guy" and author of Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, sets the record straight on the seed oil controversy. After being poisoned by pesticides in 1980, Udo dedicated his life to understanding fats and oils—and what he discovered will change how you think about omega-6. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why industrial processing—not omega-6 itself—is destroying your health ✅ The shocking truth: 60 quintillion damaged molecules in ONE tablespoon of processed oil ✅ How to distinguish between healthy whole-food omega-6 (like walnuts) vs toxic processed oils ✅ What the 2024 colon cancer study REALLY shows about seed oils ✅ Why olive oil and sunflower oil aren't created equal ✅ The optimal omega-6 to omega-3 ratio your body actually needs ✅ How pesticides, plastic bottles, and heat destroy even "healthy" oils #SeedOils #Omega6 #UdoErasmus #GutHealth #DigestiveHealth #HealthyFats #OmegaFattyAcids #ProcessedFoods #NaturalHealth ——————————————————— ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome Back 00:51 - Guest Bio: Udo Erasmus 02:13 - From Pesticide Poisoning to Oil Pioneer 05:22 - The 42 Essential Nutrients Your Body Needs 08:24 - Why Omega-6 Is Essential (Despite What You've Heard) 12:38 - Industrial Processing: The REAL Problem 20:36 - 60 Quintillion Damaged Molecules Per Tablespoon 26:07 - Organic Oils vs Conventional: What Industry Hides 36:11 - The Colon Cancer Study Everyone's Talking About 49:17 - Practical Tips: Which Oils to Use & How ——————————————————— 👤 FEATURED GUEST: Udo Erasmus Udo Erasmus is a legendary health educator and founder of Udo's Choice, a global wellness brand that's transformed the way people think about fats and holistic health. He created the machinery and method for pressing oils with health in mind and is internationally recognised as an expert on omega fatty acids. Udo is the author of the bestselling Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill and his new book Your Body Needs an Oil Change. He's delivered over 5,000 presentations, been featured in 3,000+ interviews, and spoken in 30+ countries. Udo appears in Eating Our Way to Extinction and has shared stages with Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra. With a background in counselling psychology, Udo blends science with soul. His 10-Step Model for Total Health goes beyond diet, addressing emotional wellness, purpose, and inner peace. 🌐 Udo's website: https://udoerasmus.com 📚 Your Body Needs an Oil Change: https://udoerasmus.com/products ——————————————————— 💼 WORK WITH ME 💝 Book a 1:1 Consultation: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an... 🍵 Shop BetterMe Tea (Digestive Support): https://www.lyndagriparic.com/shop/ 🌐 Website: https://lyndagriparic.com ——————————————————— 📱 CONNECT WITH ME 📸 Instagram: 📷 / lynda_griparic_naturopath 🎙️ Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SoDelo... 🎙️ Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast... ——————————————————— 🔥 ABOUT ME I'm Lynda Griparic, a degree-qualified naturopath, healthy gut practitioner, podcaster, and yoga teacher (aka The Poop Whisperer 💩). I combine clinical expertise with personal understanding to help my clients achieve lasting relief from digestive issues. I'm also the creator of BetterMe Tea, formulated specifically to support healthy digestion and regular bowel movements. ——————————————————— ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

    1h 24m
  2. 15 FEB

    The Hidden Link Between Light Exposure and Gut Health | Dr. Max Gulhane

    #309 The hidden link between light exposure and gut health revealed! In this episode, I explore the fascinating connection between circadian rhythms, light exposure, and digestive health with regenerative health expert Dr. Max Gulhane. Unfortunately, we experienced a technical issue during recording, so I'll be walking through the first half of our conversation from my prepared notes before we dive into the recorded interview with Max. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why light exposure is more than just vitamin D for gut health ✅ The gut microbiome's circadian rhythm and how 15-20% of bacteria fluctuate in a 24-hour cycle ✅ How light signals affect your gut barrier, permeability, and immune function ✅ The SCFA-circadian feedback loop and why it matters for healing ✅ Why midnight phone scrolling disrupts your gut (and what happens when you do) ✅ The role of melatonin produced in your gut (not your brain) ✅ How to optimize light exposure for gut health—safely for Australian conditions ✅ Why fixing circadian disruption might be the missing piece in your gut healing protocol   Dr. Max Gulhane is a General Practice Registrar and health educator based in Australia. He graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2018 with a Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health, following his Bachelor of Science from the University of Queensland in 2013. His current focus centers on the role of light, circadian rhythms, and mitochondrial health in longevity, alongside nutritional ketosis, carnivore nutrition, food system decentralization, and regenerative farming. Dr. Gulhane hosts the Regenerative Health Podcast and is co-founder of Regenerative Health Retreats, which combines cutting-edge circadian biology with holistic wellness practices. 🌐 Dr. Gulhane's website: https://www.drmaxgulhane.com/   WORK WITH ME Book a 1:1 Consultation: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an-appointment Shop BetterMe Tea (Digestive Support): https://www.lyndagriparic.com/shop/ Website: https://lyndagriparic.com   ABOUT ME  I'm Lynda Griparic, a degree-qualified naturopath, healthy gut practitioner, podcaster, and yoga teacher (aka The Poop Whisperer 💩). I combine clinical expertise with personal understanding to help my clients achieve lasting relief from digestive issues. I'm also the creator of BetterMe Tea, formulated specifically to support healthy digestion and regular bowel movements.

    50 min
  3. 6 FEB

    The Male Factor: Why 50% of Fertility Issues Start with Sperm Health | Raul Pastrana

    #307 Raul Pastrana is a degree-qualified naturopath specializing in fertility and reproductive health, with a particular focus on male fertility—an area that's often overlooked in the fertility conversation. He works closely with individuals and couples through preconception care, IVF preparation, and natural conception, creating tailored treatment plans based on semen analysis, blood pathology, and each person's unique circumstances. Raul is the author of The Male Factor: Fertility is a Shared Responsibility, where he explores how men can actively influence fertility outcomes and provides practical strategies to improve sperm health. Drawing on his background as both a naturopath and personal trainer, Raul has a gift for translating complex health information into actionable changes that people can actually integrate into their daily lives. He is passionate about shifting the narrative around fertility from being solely a "women's issue" to recognising it as a shared responsibility that requires equal investigation and treatment for both partners. In this episode, we cover: Why male factors contribute to at least 50% of infertility cases, yet women carry the burden of investigation and treatment  How sperm health impacts not just conception, but pregnancy loss, complications, and long-term child health The 72-74 day sperm production cycle and why this gives men unique leverage to improve outcomes quickly What's actually being measured in a semen analysis—and why "normal" reference ranges are based on the 5th percentile DNA fragmentation: the critical test that's often overlooked and what it reveals about fertility potential The main factors that influence sperm health: medications (SSRIs, finasteride, ibuprofen), alcohol, antibiotics, and lesser-known culprits The seminal microbiome: what healthy versus dysbiotic looks like and how gut health influences reproductive health Real case studies of dramatic sperm improvements after addressing underlying factors Why proper testing and preconception care matter even when pursuing IVF   If you or someone you know is navigating fertility challenges—or simply wants to optimize reproductive health—this episode offers practical, evidence-based insights that could change outcomes.     Pre-order The Male Factor: https://www.rhreproductivehealth.com/bookstore Rauls website https://www.rhreproductivehealth.com/our-team , Rauls instagram https://www.instagram.com/raulpastrana_hormonalhealth/?hl=en   WORK WITH ME: Book a 1:1 Consultation: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an-appointment/  Shop BetterMe Tea: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/shop/ Website: https://lyndagriparic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynda_griparic_naturopath/     This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

    1 hr
  4. 03/12/2025

    Fiber Without Fear: Practical Steps to Expand Your Diet When Your Gut is Reactive

    #305 Stuck on a restrictive diet and scared to eat more foods? This conversation will change everything. Erin Harner and I discuss how to rebuild microbiome resilience, overcome food fear, and safely transition from elimination diets to diverse, gut-friendly eating. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why restrictive diets can weaken your microbiome (and how to reverse it) - The truth about fiber diversity for sensitive guts - Practical strategies to overcome food fear and intolerances - How polyphenols support gut healing without triggering symptoms - The Gut Balance Method for transitioning to food diversity FEATURED GUEST: Erin Harner Erin Harner is an integrative registered dietician, functional nutritionist, and health coach with over 15 years of experience and a background in biomedical engineering. She specializes in using food as medicine to restore microbiome balance and help clients transition from restrictive eating patterns to diverse, gut-friendly nutrition. Erin's website: https://www.erinharner.com/ Erin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinharnercoaching WORK WITH ME: Book a 1:1 Consultation: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an-appointment/ Shop BetterMe Tea: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/shop/ Website: https://lyndagriparic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynda_griparic_naturopath/ This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

    50 min
  5. 06/10/2025

    Dermatology Expert REVEALS the Gut–Skin Link You've Never Heard |Dr. Julie Greenberg

    #303 Acne isn't supposed to exist — at least, not in humans. So why is it so common today? In this episode, I sit down with dermatology expert Dr. Julie Greenberg to uncover the real reason behind acne and the surprising gut–skin connection most people have never heard about. We dive into how your gut microbiome, diet, and even bacteria like H. pylori can impact your skin — and what you can do to finally restore balance from the inside out. Let's get into it  Today I'm joined once again by Dr. Julie Greenberg, ND, a naturopathic doctor who has dedicated her career to researching and educating on the natural treatment of chronic skin disease. She's deeply passionate about the role of evidence-based, natural therapies in skin health, and she believes many of the chronic conditions we face today can be improved—or even healed—through a root-cause approach. Julie's journey into naturopathic medicine began with her own health challenges. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's hypothyroidism while thriving in a successful career in finance, she discovered firsthand the limitations of conventional care. That curiosity led her to question, research, and ultimately retrain—earning her doctorate from Bastyr University, one of the world's leading naturopathic medical schools. She's also an expertly trained herbalist, has studied with dermatology experts at Seattle Children's Hospital and the University of Washington Medical School, and has published peer-reviewed work on dermatology in LearnSkin.com. Today, through her clinic, the Center for Integrative & Naturopathic Dermatology, Julie brings together functional medicine, herbalism, and dermatology to provide innovative, science-based treatments for chronic skin conditions. Guest : https://rootcausedermatology.com/about/ Host: https://www.lyndagriparic.com/

    59 min

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Love and Guts is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for a life that feels anything less than full and magnificent — and who understand that real health starts from the inside out. Your host, Lynda Griparic, is a degree-qualified Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Yoga Teacher with over 20 years of clinical experience and an avid — sometimes awkward — passion for all things digestive health. Lynda specialises in complex gut conditions, including SIBO, IBS, constipation, and the intricate connections between gut health, hormones, thyroid function, and beyond. Each episode dives deep into the conversations that matter — gut health, bowel function, brain health, mindset, connection, hormones, and the intelligent communication systems that exist within the body. Expect practical strategies you'll want to apply immediately, expert interviews with leading practitioners, and honest conversations that may challenge you, occasionally get a little whacky, but never too bio-hacky. This podcast is for you if you're ready to understand your body more deeply and take meaningful steps toward lasting health. ⚠️ Please note: The information shared on Love and Guts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalised advice from your healthcare practitioner. 💌 Ready to work with Lynda? https://www.lyndagriparic.com/book-an-appointment/ 🌐 www.lyndagriparic.com

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