Nourish, Heal & Rise with Dr Andrea Robertson

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Nourish, Heal & Rise is the podcast for women who want real answers about their health. Each week, Dr Andrea Robertson (Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist) goes deep on inflammation, hormones, gut health, perimenopause, weight, energy, and brain fog. No quick fixes. Just the clinical conversations women deserve to be having.

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 12 - Food Noise Explained: Why Willpower Fails & How to Rewire Your Relationship With Food with Georgie Beames

    Ep. 12 - Food Noise Explained: Why Willpower Fails & How to Rewire Your Relationship With Food with Georgie Beames Dr. Andrea Robertson (Osteopath, Naturopath, Nutritionist) introduces a conversation with psychologist and coach Georgie Beames about "food noise," described as constant intrusive mental chatter about food that isn't hunger, cravings, or emotional eating and can drive shame, guilt, and a vicious cycle of overeating.  They discuss how food noise relates to nervous system states (safe/connected, anxious fight-or-flight, and freeze), how triggers like stress, transitions, routines, and being alone can push people into survival mode, and how childhood experiences and beliefs shape patterns where "child parts" take over and seek comfort foods.  Georgie explains why willpower is like a drained battery and emphasizes internal tools to move "up the ladder," including breathwork to activate the parasympathetic system, pattern interruption, and mindful "adult" choices. They also touch on GLP-1 medications reducing food noise without addressing root causes, perimenopause as a change point, and modalities like EMDR and EFT.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte - sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Georgie Beames - Psychologist and Coach Free App: app.georgiebeames.com Food Noise Membership: georgiebeames.thrivecart.com/foodnoisemembership Work with Georgie: coaching.georgiebeames.com Instagram: @georgiebeamespsychologist Facebook: facebook.com/georgiebeames   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. Georgie Beames is a Psychologist and Coach. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   00:00 Willpower Myth 00:26 Mineralite Sponsor 01:22 Meet Georgie Beames 04:30 What Is Food Noise 06:35 Shame Spiral Cycle 07:27 Emotional Eating vs Noise 09:49 Georgie Origin Story 14:43 Triggers and Associations 18:06 Nervous System Ladder 22:29 External vs Internal Soothing 26:05 Parts Psychology Framework 27:12 Childhood Roots and Control 30:47 Dance Culture Pressure 35:12 Looks And Self Worth 35:43 Limiting Beliefs Loop 36:52 Food As Safety Escape 38:56 Freeze Mode Cues 39:46 Head Hunger Vs Hunger 42:31 Triggers Child Parts 45:55 Cravings Food Noise GLP1 52:47 One Tool Tonight Breath 58:21 Perimenopause And Change 01:01:10 Willpower Myth Layers 01:04:22 Life Without Food Noise 01:06:10 Rapid Fire And EMDR 01:11:04 Final Takeaway

  2. Aug 11

    Ep. 11 - The Fear of Soy is False! Soy Isoflavones: A Natural Alternative to HRT

    Is soy bad for you, or is it one of the most misunderstood foods in menopause? In this episode of Nourish, Heal & Rise, Dr Andrea Robertson unpacks what the newest research actually says about soy and menopause, and why soy isoflavones are emerging as one of the most promising natural alternatives to HRT for women in perimenopause and beyond. Fresh from the 2026 ACNEM conference, Andrea breaks down the science presented by naturopath Rhiannon Hardingham on how soy isoflavones work as selective oestrogen receptor modulators - calming things down when your oestrogen is high, and stepping in when it drops. It's exactly the kind of flexible support the hormonal chaos of perimenopause calls for. You'll learn: Whether soy actually causes breast cancer (what the meta-analyses really show) How phytoestrogens differ from the oestrogen in your body Why soy may protect your brain, bones, heart and mood What an "equol producer" is, and why your gut bacteria change everything How much soy to eat, and which forms give you the most benefit If you've been avoiding soy out of fear, or you're looking for natural menopause relief and HRT alternatives backed by real evidence, this episode will change how you think about that humble bean.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte - sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen. SHOW NOTES 00:00 Soy as HRT Alternative 00:20 Sponsor Mineralite 01:16 Soy Hormone Myths 02:58 Conference Inspiration 05:39 Episode Roadmap 06:34 Why Seek Alternatives 08:24 How Isoflavones Work 13:59 Hot Flashes and Sleep 16:39 Mood and Cognition 19:46 Heart Liver Metabolic 22:53 Bone Density Benefits 24:59 Cancer Safety Evidence 28:55 Endometriosis Inflammation 31:24 Equol Producer Factor 34:55 How to Use Soy 38:39 Wrap Up and Next Steps

  3. Aug 4

    Ep.10 - Listener Q&A: Bloating, Leg Cramps and Should I take Magnesium?

    Ep.10 - Listener Q&A: Bloating, Leg Cramps and Should I take Magnesium? In this listener questions episode of Nourish, Heal, and Rise, Dr. Andrea Robertson explains why balloon-like bloating can happen even with clean, small meals - highlighting clues like high abdominal pressure within 30–60 minutes of eating and discussing likely drivers including SIBO, low stomach acid, impaired digestive enzymes, and nervous system state. Andrea suggests practical next steps such as asking about a SIBO breath test, trying diluted apple cider vinegar before meals, considering a comprehensive digestive enzyme, taking calming breaths before eating, and using stool testing if needed. She then addresses exercise-related calf cramps, most commonly linked to low magnesium and electrolyte imbalance, recommending magnesium glycinate (300–400 mg before bed), hydration with quality electrolytes, warmups, and calf/foot conditioning. Andrea also clarifies magnesium forms, favoring glycinate/bisglycinate, threonate for brain support, topical magnesium for cramps, and avoiding magnesium oxide.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte - sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   00:00 Listener Questions Kickoff 00:28 Mineralite Sponsor Story 01:24 Show Intro And Disclaimer 02:40 New Monthly Episode Rhythm 06:44 How To Submit Questions 07:53 Balloon Bloating Causes 19:16 Bloating Action Steps 23:12 Calf Cramps Explained 28:14 Magnesium And Electrolyte Fixes 34:40 Best Magnesium Form 38:01 Wrap Up And Next Steps

  4. Jul 28

    Ep.9 - Hormonal Chaos in Perimenopause: How Chronic Inflammation Drives PMS, Heavy Periods & Brain Fog

    Hormonal Chaos in Perimenopause: How Chronic Inflammation Drives PMS, Heavy Periods & Brain Fog Dr. Andrea Robertson explains that while estrogen fluctuations and progesterone decline in perimenopause are normal, the severity of symptoms is largely shaped by chronic inflammation. In this final episode of an inflammation series, she outlines common signs of "hormonal chaos" (irregular or heavy cycles, worsening PMS, hot flushes, night sweats, anxiety, brain fog, weight gain) and details six mechanisms linking inflammation to hormone disruption: HPA axis dysregulation and "progesterone steal," estrogen dominance via aromatase, poor liver clearance and gut reabsorption, HPO axis disruption, thyroid impairment and SHBG changes, insulin resistance driving androgens/PCOS (PMOS), and inflammation's amplification of perimenopause symptoms. She then covers practical nutrition, targeted supplements, lifestyle strategies, informed consideration of hormone therapy, and recommended testing, plus programs and sponsor Mineralite. Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte — sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   00:00 Inflammation Shapes Symptoms 00:26 Mineralite Sponsor Break 01:22 Hormonally Inflamed Framework 03:07 Series Finale Overview 05:58 Hormonal Chaos Signs 09:56 Perimenopause Brain Fog Story 11:30 Inflammation Drives It All 13:35 Six Mechanisms Explained 14:36 Mechanism One Progesterone Steal 16:16 Mechanism Two Estrogen Dominance 19:15 Mechanism Three Irregular Cycles 21:30 Mechanism Four Thyroid Link 23:25 Mechanism Five Insulin And Androgens 24:58 Mechanism Six Perimenopause Amplifier 27:08 Nourish Nutrition Starts 27:44 Healthy Fats For Hormones 29:25 Cruciferous Veg For Estrogen 30:23 Fiber And Estrogen Exit 30:46 Flaxseed and Fiber 31:51 Protein for Hormones 32:52 Stabilize Blood Sugar 33:58 Alcohol and Estrogen 37:04 Supplements First Principles 37:45 Progesterone Support Stack 39:23 Estrogen Clearance with DIM 40:30 Vitex and Inositol 43:25 Thyroid Nutrient Basics 45:17 Gut Healing Estrobolome 46:12 Sleep and Strength Training 49:33 Cortisol and Nervous System 52:13 HRT Informed Choice 54:11 Testing and Dutch Panel 55:53 Series Wrap and Next Steps

  5. Jul 21

    Ep.8 - Mood Changes: When Your Biology Is Driving Your Emotions

    Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte — sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   Ep.8 - Mood Changes: When Your Biology Is Driving Your Emotions In episode eight of Nourish, Heal, and Rise, Dr. Andrea Robertson continues her series on the most common signs of chronic inflammation in women, focusing on sign seven: mood changes. She explains how anxiety, low mood, irritability, and emotional rawness can have a distinct biological "fingerprint" driven by inflammation, gut dysfunction, blood sugar instability, cortisol dysregulation, hormonal shifts (especially perimenopause), thyroid function, and histamine. She outlines five key mechanisms, shares a patient story, and provides seven targeted steps to support recovery, including stabilizing blood sugar with protein, gut repair to support serotonin, nutrition and supplementation for neurotransmitters (including magnesium, B vitamins, EPA, saffron), vagus nerve support, addressing hormonal drivers (including practitioner-guided options), consistent exercise, and protecting sleep. 00:00 Irritability Is Biology 00:33 Sponsor Mineralite 01:29 Series Intro And Disclaimer 05:37 Mood Changes Fingerprint 09:43 Lisa Case Study 11:02 Mechanism One Cytokines 14:25 Mechanism Two Cortisol 17:44 Mechanism Three Gut Serotonin 21:15 Mechanism Four Hormones 26:15 Mechanism Five Histamine 29:48 Seven Steps To Improve Mood 30:01 Steps One And Two 33:56 Step Three Nutrients 38:28 Step Four Vagus Nerve 41:37 Steps Five To Seven 50:26 Recovery And Wrap Up

  6. Jul 14

    Ep.7 - The Truth Behind Skin Conditions and Chronic Inflammation.

    The Truth Behind Skin Conditions and Chronic Inflammation. In episode seven of Nourish, Heal, and Rise, Dr. Andrea Robertson (Osteopath, Naturopath, Nutritionist) explains why persistent eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and adult hormonal acne are signs of chronic inflammation driven internally, often through the gut. She outlines what each condition can signal, highlights research linking rosacea to SIBO, and describes key mechanisms including the gut-skin axis, skin microbiome disruption (including Staph aureus in eczema), liver overload, the insulin-androgen cascade and dairy's role in acne, stress effects via cortisol and mast cells, and nutrient deficiencies (zinc, omega-3s, vitamins D and A, silica).  Andrea then provides seven clinical steps: heal the gut, remove condition-specific triggers, support the liver, nourish with targeted nutrients, reduce toxic skincare exposures, manage stress, and consider evidence-based supplements. She closes with a clinical case and previews next week's mood-changes episode.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 💧 Mineralyte - sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen. 00:00 Skin Fixes Not Working 01:44 Show Intro and Disclaimer 02:56 Series Context Skin Inflammation 05:28 Why Skin Conditions Matter 06:41 Eczema What It Signals 08:04 Psoriasis Systemic Inflammation 09:15 Rosacea and SIBO Link 11:29 Adult Hormonal Acne Drivers 12:43 Five Root Mechanisms 13:09 Mechanism One Gut Skin Axis 16:03 Mechanism Two Skin Microbiome 18:16 Mechanism Three Liver Overload 20:53 Mechanism Four Insulin Androgens 24:55 Mechanism Five Stress Skin Loop 27:23 Patient Story Setup 27:36 Stress Driven Eczema 29:05 Skin Nutrient Deficiencies 32:47 Step One Heal Gut 35:40 Step Two Food Triggers 38:40 Step Three Liver Support 41:10 Step Four Skin Nutrition 44:06 Step Five Clean Products 45:36 Step Six Stress Tools 47:45 Step Seven Targeted Supplements 51:33 Healing Timeline Story 54:39 Final Recap And Next

  7. Jul 7

    Ep.6 - The Gut Episode: Bloating, Dysbiosis, Leaky Gut, and How to Heal From the Inside Out

    Healing Begins in the Gut: The Digestive Systems Role in Improved Health Andrea introduces episode six of her inflammation series, focusing on gut issues as a key sign of chronic inflammation, including bloating after meals, irregular bowel movements, and multiplying food sensitivities, which she suggests are common but not normal. She explains the gut's role as an immune organ (about 70% of immunity), the microbiome's functions (including producing ~90% of serotonin), and how dysbiosis, leaky gut (increased intestinal hyperpermeability), SIBO, and chronic infections (e.g., Blastocystis, Dientamoeba, Giardia) can drive systemic symptoms and inflammation. Andrea covers the estrogen–gut (estrobolome) connection, shares her own burnout-related gut dysfunction and dietary reset, and outlines strategies: remove refined sugar, alcohol, seed oils, and ultra-processed foods; aim for 30 plant foods weekly; add fermented foods carefully (in case of histamine sensitivity); support gut lining (L-glutamine, zinc, vitamin A, slippery elm, DGL, bone broth); address low stomach acid; consider comprehensive stool testing; and prioritize stress management, sleep, and balanced exercise.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 🌿 Madame Tiger - a delicious dairy-free, nut-free plant milk made from tiger nuts, naturally sweet and packed with prebiotic goodness. www.madametiger.com 💧 Mineralyte - sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   00:00 Gut Issues Intro 03:24 Podcast Disclaimer 03:57 Why Gut Matters 07:20 Common Gut Symptoms 10:20 Gut Immune System 11:45 Microbiome Explained 13:34 Dysbiosis Drivers 15:16 Leaky Gut Basics 17:32 SIBO And Parasites 21:37 Estrogen Gut Link 23:58 Nourish Food Strategy 32:16 Heal Supplements Tests 39:55 Rise Lifestyle Habits 45:16 Key Takeaways Outro

  8. Jun 30

    Ep.5 Joint Aches and Body Pains: What Inflammation Is Doing Inside Your Body and How to Fight Back

    Joint Aches and Body Pains: What Inflammation Is Doing Inside Your Body and How to Fight Back Andrea continues her inflammation series by explaining why joint aches and body pain aren't inevitable with age, outlining what happens in inflamed synovial joints (synovitis, cartilage breakdown via cytokines and enzymes, and pain sensitization) and discussing evidence linking inflammatory cytokines - especially interleukin-18 - to joint pain. She connects diet to prostaglandin-driven inflammation through omega-6 vs omega-3 fats and highlights perimenopause-related joint pain due to declining estrogen. She then shares practical strategies: a Mediterranean-style anti-inflammatory diet; prioritizing omega-3s, polyphenol-rich "eat the rainbow" foods, adequate protein, and optional collagen/bone broth; and removing sugar, refined carbs, seed oils, alcohol, and often gluten/dairy. In the heal section Andrea emphasizes sleep, gut-joint connections, stress regulation, and targeted supplements (omega-3, creatine, magnesium, curcumin, vitamin D, methylated Bs, zinc). In the rise section Andrea details movement, progressive resistance training, and a personal back pain recovery story focused on stability and consistent rehab.   Show Sponsors & Links This episode is proudly supported by: 🌿 Madame Tiger — a delicious dairy-free, nut-free plant milk made from tiger nuts, naturally sweet and packed with prebiotic goodness. www.madametiger.com 💧 Mineralyte — sugar-free electrolyte drops containing 22 electrolytes, minerals and trace elements, proudly made in Australia. Mix into any drink to support rapid hydration every day. www.mineralyte.com.au   Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson: 🌐 www.andrearobertson.health 📲 Instagram: @andrearobertson.health & @nourishhealrisepodcast Ready to go deeper? Learn more about the 3 Week Inflammation Detox and the 12 Week Whole Health Solution at www.andrearobertson.health Dr Andrea Robertson is an Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.   00:00 Morning Stiffness Myth 02:42 Show Intro and Disclaimer 03:52 Inflammation Series Focus 05:56 Joint Anatomy Basics 07:29 How Joints Get Inflamed 09:55 Cytokines and Causality 10:58 Prostaglandins and Fats 12:48 Perimenopause Joint Changes 14:20 Nourish Anti Inflammatory Diet 17:22 Omega 3 and Polyphenols 20:17 Protein and Collagen Truths 24:55 Foods to Remove 26:57 Creatine and Cramp Story 31:47 Heal Sleep as Medicine 33:46 Gut Joint Axis 35:30 Microbiome Repair Plan 36:49 Stress And Inflammation 38:34 Joint Support Supplements 41:43 Movement Heals Joints 43:32 Osteopathy And Mechanics 44:41 Progressive Strength Training 46:22 Back Injury Breakthrough 53:43 Practical Training Rules 57:01 Patient Case Joanna 58:54 Key Takeaways Timeline 01:01:50 Next Episode Closing

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Nourish, Heal & Rise is the podcast for women who want real answers about their health. Each week, Dr Andrea Robertson (Osteopath, Naturopath, and Nutritionist) goes deep on inflammation, hormones, gut health, perimenopause, weight, energy, and brain fog. No quick fixes. Just the clinical conversations women deserve to be having.

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