
413 episodes

Health, Happiness & Human Kind Steph Lowe
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- Health & Fitness
Each week Steph Lowe speaks with experts from all over the world in the areas of nutrition, microbiome health, environmental sustainability, psychology, meditation and more. Together we’ll teach you the answers to becoming healthy, happy and a more conscious human, and why your contribution to the planet truly matters.
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HHHK 417: Mitochondria - Chronic Disease or the Fountain of Youth with Dr David Harper
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. David Harper, author of BioDiet, to take a deep dive into all things mitochondria. We explore the what and the how, including how to optimise mitochondrial function, what happens when things go wrong, how this relates to aging and so much more. This episode gets quite scientific and detailed at times, so grab a pen and paper and be prepared to listen to this conversation a number of times.
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HHHK 416: Could Gilbert's Syndrome Explain Your Gut, Period, Mental Health or Alcohol Issues? with Solaine Douglas
In today’s episode we are joined by Solaine Douglas to discuss Gilbert’s Syndrome, including prevalence, diagnosis and the issues with both a standard medical definition, treatment (or lack thereof) and our conventional pathology reference ranges. We explore the real relevance of Gilbert’s and how it relates to your gut, your periods, your mental health and your alcohol tolerance. We then dive into treatment and offer you many strategies to optimize your health, your hormones and your microbiome, that will be extremely helpful for both Gilbert’s patients and beyond.
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HHHK 415: Addressing the Root Cause of Low Iron with Elly McLean
In today’s episode Elly and I take a deep dive into addressing the root cause of low iron. It’s one of the most prevalent conditions that we see in clinic at TNN, which, as you’ll learn, reflects the prevalence globally. We discuss those at risk for low iron, how test results are being misinterpreted, both due to our standard pathology reference ranges and the incorrect use of ferritin, the problem with many of the band aid solutions offered by conventional medicine and most importantly, what can be done to address the root cause.
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HHHK 414: Reflux, PPIs & Hiatal Hernias with Dr Damian Kristof
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr Damian Kristof to explore reflux – the root causes, the problems with conventional treatments of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), natural solutions, the role of chiropractic care, considerations for infants and so much more. This is an incredible episode for anyone with digestive issues but in particular reflux, heartburn, indigestion and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD), and everyone interested in taking a root cause approach to optimal health.
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HHHK 413: A Fresh Perspective on Preconception Nutrition with Steph Lowe
In today’s episode we share with you an episode from Elly’s podcast, where she interviews me on all things preconception nutrition. We explore why, in an ideal world, we should begin the journey at least six months prior to conceiving. We cover functional testing including gut microbiota analysis, blood testing and urine testing. We explore B9 and folate supplementation and you guessed it, why folic acid is not the preferred form. We also discuss other key nutrient considerations and so much more. Let’s dive in.
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HHHK 412: PCOS - Testing, Superfoods & Supplements with Solaine Douglas
In today’s episode we are joined by Solaine Douglas to discuss PCOS, looking specifically at testing, superfoods and supplements. We cover our concerns with the current diagnostic model, the Rotterdam Criteria, and create clarity on how to achieve an accurate diagnosis. We explore testing accuracy, the role of insulin resistance, the key nutrition and lifestyle strategies, supplements, including a warning in regards to using vitex, and so much more.
Head to https://www.stephlowe.com/podcasts/412 for show notes, episode transcripts and more.