Pure Health Podcast

Kirsty Jenkins
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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.

  1. FEB 4

    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

  2. JAN 22

    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

  3. 12/24/2025

    Episode 100: Why you should not give up on your health over festive season

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole are helping you ditch the all-or-nothing mindset and find balance, joy, and nourishment this festive season. Instead of chasing perfection or feeling guilty around food, movement, or celebrations, this episode is all about setting intentions that support how you want to feel — grounded, energised, and connected. The girls dive into how to stay aligned with your values during the holiday period, build gentle structure through daily non-negotiables, and make choices from a place of self-love rather than fear or restriction. Because the truth is — health isn’t about saying no. It’s about choosing what truly nourishes you — body, mind, and soul. Setting intentions for how you want to feel — joy, rest, fun, and connectionStaying grounded with daily non-negotiables (movement, sleep, veggies, hydration, nature) How to approach food and social events with balance — the 80/20 mindset Nourishing yourself through mindful choices instead of guilt or restriction Enjoying alcohol and indulgence in moderation — without the “write-off the week” mentality Practical tips for festive meals — balanced plates, mindful eating, protein before eventsFinding joy in healthy food — try something new from the Wellness Hub’s 12 Days of Christmas recipes! Keeping your staples at home to stay on track between celebrations “Ask yourself: is this going to nourish me, or deplete me? When you lead with that question — your body and mind stay in balance, no matter the season.” Whether you’re craving more ease, joy, or structure through the holiday chaos, this episode will help you step into the festive season feeling energised, aligned, and empowered — not restricted or burnt out. 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to someone who needs a reminder that you can enjoy Christmas and feel amazing in your body.

    34 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    Episode 99: Thriving Without Tracking — Jayden’s Journey to Better Health, Hormones & Balance

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole sit down with Jayden — a 31-year-old business owner and client at Pure Health who completely transformed his health, energy, and body composition without tracking calories or following restrictive diets. Jayden shares how working with the Pure Health team helped him uncover the real reasons behind his fatigue, low motivation, and hormonal imbalances — including low testosterone, cortisol dysregulation, and gut dysbiosis. By taking a root-cause approach and implementing personalised strategies, he’s now stronger, leaner, and performing better in every area of life. This episode shows that you don’t need to be perfect, count calories, or sacrifice balance to feel incredible — you just need the right tools, strategy, and support. Jayden’s journey — from exhaustion, low motivation, and burnout to renewed energy and focusHow he dropped from 105.8kg to 90.9kg while maintaining muscle mass — with no calorie countingThe role of testosterone, gut health, and cortisol in energy, mood, and body composition How working with Pure Health and using functional testing (saliva cortisol, stool, and blood pathology) changed the gameWhy addressing the root cause made results easier, faster, and sustainableWhat it’s like balancing business, fitness, and health without restrictionWhy men need to look beyond macros — and start understanding their hormones and stress response “You don’t have to restrict to see results — you just have to understand what your body needs. Once you fix what’s happening inside, the outside follows naturally.” Whether you’re a busy professional, gym-goer, or someone ready to break free from diet rules, this episode will inspire you to take a smarter, more sustainable approach to health — with the power of functional testing and root-cause support. 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to someone who needs a reminder that real results come from balance, not burnout.

    47 min

  5. 11/26/2025

    Episode 98: Master Your Circadian Rhythm — The Science of Morning & Night Habits

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most underrated pillars of health — your circadian rhythm.Kirsty and Nicole explore how your daily routines — from the moment you wake to how you wind down at night — can transform your energy, hormones, metabolism, and sleep. If you wake up groggy, crash mid-afternoon, or struggle to fall asleep, this conversation will help you understand why and what to do about it.They break down the science behind your body clock, why cortisol is meant to rise in the morning and fall at night, and how modern life (hello screens, late dinners, and stress) throws this rhythm completely off balance. You’ll learn how to sync your body with light, food, and movement to restore natural energy flow and feel grounded from morning to night. What your circadian rhythm actually is — and why it affects metabolism, energy, gut health, and hormonesThe role of cortisol and how to tell if it’s too low or too high in the morningSigns of circadian misalignment — fatigue, poor sleep, cravings, anxiety Morning rituals to support energy and focus: sunlight exposure, grounding, protein-rich breakfast, and delayed caffeine Evening rituals to improve sleep: dim lighting, blue light reduction, cooling the room, and mindful wind-down practicesHow meal timing, fasting, and nutrient balance influence your gut and liver clocks Key nutrients and herbs to support cortisol balance: magnesium, glycine, L-theanine, taurine, ashwagandha The difference between saliva and DUTCH testing for understanding your cortisol rhythm “Your circadian rhythm sets the pace for everything — your hormones, metabolism, mood, and even gut health. When you align with it, your energy flows naturally, your sleep deepens, and your body feels in sync again.” Whether you’re a morning struggler, a night owl, or just curious about optimising your routine, this episode will help you master the art of balance — morning to night. 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ 🎧 Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to someone who’s ready to finally wake up energised and sleep deeply again.

    46 min

  6. 11/12/2025

    Episode 97: Why am I so constipated?

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, we’re talking about something most people ignore until it becomes a problem: how often you poop, and how long it takes food to move through your system. We dive into bowel transit time, constipation, and why “I just don’t go every day” is not something to brush off. Kirsty and Nicole explore why an ideal transit time of 12–24 hours matters for so much more than comfort – from liver detox and hormone balance to microbiome health and energy. They unpack the real reasons bowels get sluggish, including thyroid health, stress, vagus nerve function, dysbiosis, methane SIBO, dehydration, low fibre, and lifestyle habits. You’ll learn: ✅ What bowel transit time is, how to check it, and why 12–24 hours is the goal✅ Why chronic constipation affects hormones, liver load, toxin clearance and oestrogen dominance✅ Key drivers of slow bowels: stress, poor vagal tone, low movement, low fibre, dysbiosis and methane overgrowth✅ Practical tools to get things moving: hydration, minerals, daily walking, targeted fibre (kiwi, flax, chia), vagal toning, and gentle magnesium✅ Where laxatives, prokinetics, probiotics, enemas and colonics fit in—plus when they help and when they don’t “Your transit time is one of the most honest pieces of feedback your body gives you. When your bowels are moving well, it’s a sign your nervous system, hormones, liver and microbiome are working with you—not against you.” If you’ve been constipated for years, rely on coffee or laxatives to go, or feel things slowing down with stress or hormonal changes, this episode will help you understand what your bowel habits are telling you—and give you practical, compassionate tools to support daily, complete bowel movements. 🔗 Let’s stay connectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:@purehealthnutrition_@purehealthnutritionclinic

    54 min

  7. 10/29/2025

    Episode 96: Body love & Beyond Calories: Finding the Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole unpack one of the most common traps in modern wellness — chasing health through control instead of connection. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the cycle of calorie counting, food guilt, or feeling like your body just isn’t responding the way it “should,” this conversation is for you. They explore how true body love isn’t about perfection, restriction, or willpower — it’s about rebuilding trust with your body, understanding your unique physiology, and finding the root cause of what’s really holding you back. What We Cover:Why “body love” is about connection — not controlHow calorie counting creates stress, anxiety, and disconnection from natural hunger cuesThe psychology of control and how diet culture teaches us to distrust our bodiesWhat really happens when you stop counting: lowered cortisol, better digestion, and more food freedomHow to shift from “How little can I eat?” to “What does my body need to feel strong and supported?”Why sustainable weight regulation comes from hormone balance — not calorie mathRoot causes of weight resistance: stress, gut dysbiosis, poor sleep, thyroid issues, nutrient deficiencies, oestrogen dominanceThe problem with chronic restriction: how it slows metabolism and suppresses hormones Simple testing options to find your unique barriers — stool testing, cortisol mapping, thyroid and sex hormone panelsPractical steps to reconnect with your body: mindful eating, balanced meals, emotional awareness, and nourishment without fear Key Takeaway:Counting calories might create short-term results, but it doesn’t create peace, balance, or long-term health. True body love is learning to trust your body, nourish it with real food, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface — because sustainable change starts with connection, not control. Stay ConnectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to anyone who’s ready to step away from diet rules and finally feel at home in their body.

    54 min

  8. 10/15/2025

    Episode 95: Preconception 101: Setting Yourself Up for conception and a healthy pregnancy

    In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole dive into one of the most important (and often overlooked) stages of fertility — preconception.They unpack why fertility isn’t just about getting pregnant, but about how well your body is functioning overall — because fertility is a sign of optimal health. Whether you’re actively trying, planning for the future, or simply wanting to improve hormonal and reproductive health, this episode will give you a deep understanding of how your nutrition, environment, and lifestyle influence egg and sperm quality months before conception even happens. What We Cover: Why fertility is a reflection of overall health — and how your body “decides” when conditions are optimal to conceive The 100-day window: how long it takes for sperm and eggs to mature, and why your daily choices during this time directly affect egg and sperm quality When to seek help or specialist support (6–12 month timelines)The foundations of a fertility-supportive diet: whole foods, antioxidants, omega-3s, and blood sugar balance Research on the “Fertility Diet” — including healthy fats, fibre, plant-based proteins, and micronutrients that improve ovulation and conception rates Foods and substances to minimise: processed foods, alcohol, caffeine, refined sugar, and trans fatsThe role of specific nutrients: CoQ10, B vitamins, zinc, selenium, vitamin D, and iodine for reproductive health and cell energyHow environmental toxins (plastics, pesticides, cosmetics) can impact hormone balance and egg/sperm quality — and simple swaps to reduce exposureThe importance of the vaginal and gut microbiome in fertility and pregnancy outcomesExercise, stress management, and sleep — how these lifestyle factors support healthy hormones, ovulation, and sperm production Key Takeaway:You can’t change how many eggs or sperm you have, but you can absolutely change their quality through nutrition, lifestyle, and environment. The 100 days before conception are a powerful window to optimise health for both parents — setting the foundation for a healthy pregnancy and baby. 🔗 Stay ConnectedFollow us behind the scenes on Instagram:⁠@purehealthnutrition_⁠⁠@purehealthnutritionclinic⁠ 🎙️ Subscribe, share, and leave a review — and send this episode to anyone preparing for pregnancy or wanting to optimise their reproductive health naturally.

    51 min
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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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  • Creator
    Kirsty Jenkins
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kirsty Jenkins
  • Show Website
    Pure Health Podcast

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