Conscious Health & Life

By Ellen Louise Naturopath

The Conscious Health & Life podcast is a show for people who intend to open their minds, live to their highest potential and always continue learning about themselves and everything around them. O... more

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August 06, 2024 Ep 28 Is my weight really the cause of my fertility problems with Ellen Louise Naturopath
Part 5 of the fertility series we explore the crucial link between weight and fertility. 🏋️‍♀️🤰
Many people are told by their doctors that their weight is the reason they are not falling pregnant, but what does this really mean? And is it actually true?
In this episode, I outline essential hormonal tests and nutritional assessments, and provide practical tips for healthy weight for pregnancy.
We delve into the impact of:
💓 both overweight and underweight conditions on hormonal balance and reproductive health
🐣 highlighting how body fat influences oestrogen production and ovulation.
🌸 We discuss the connection between excess body fat, insulin resistance, and PCOS, and how hormonal imbalances can lead to ovulation problems.
🌱 Additionally, we cover hypothalamic amenorrhea, a condition caused by low body fat and extreme dieting or excessive intense exercise, which disrupts hormonal production and ovulation.
Please remember as always - proper testing is ESSENTIAL! Do not take the advice that weight is causing your fertility issues if you have had no testing done!!!
You may end up wasting a lot of time and money and effort with no results.
Tune in to learn how to enhance your fertility journey with accurate diagnosis and professional guidance.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or follow the links below.
Read more about hypothalamic amenorrhea here!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠
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July 11, 2024 Ep 27 Why OPK test strips might be failing your fertility journey with Ellen Louise Naturopath
Part 4 of the fertility series! 👋🤰
In this episode, we dive deep into why LH OPK (Luteneizing hormone Ovulation Predictor Kits) test strips might not be the most reliable tool for ovulation tracking and trying to conceive (TTC).
As a Fertility Naturopath, I’m creating this series to help you understand and navigate the complexities of your fertility journey. 🐣
What you will get to cover in this episode:
• Understanding LH OPK Test Strips - learn how these kits actually work and why they might not always be accurate.
• Inaccuracy of OPKs - discover how variability in LH surges, false positives/negatives, and improper timing can mislead you.
• Learn what hormonal conditions may prevent LH OPK test kits from working properly.
• Real-Life Implications - hear stories of women who faced ongoing fertility challenges relying solely on OPKs.
• Alternatives to OPKs - explore more reliable methods like Basal Body Temperature (BBT) tracking using a tempdrop device and cervical mucus monitoring.
• Enhancing Fertile Window Knowledge - understand how BBT tracking offers a more comprehensive view of your cycle compared to OPKs and how you may be doing a disservice to yourself and reducing the days of your fertile window by only using OPK's.
Get practical tips and insights to improve your ovulation tracking and boost your chances of conception naturally. Don’t miss out on this essential episode for anyone on their fertility journey.
If you need help with investigations or treatment for fertility, ovulation tracking, PCOS or any other hormonal conditions preventing you from falling pregnant - reach out to me on my socials 😊.
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠

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July 04, 2024 Ep 26 How to fall pregnant with PCOS with Ellen Louise Naturopath
Welcome to part 3 of my fertility series!🤰🧑‍🍼
Many people are diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and are told they will never be able to fall pregnant – but that's not true and I have helped so many women in my clinic to fix their PCOS, start ovulating regularly and in turn reach their goal of falling pregnant.
In this episode, we dive into how PCOS affects fertility and explore effective management strategies.
So many women are misdiagnosed as having PCOS when they actually do not, likewise - so many women miss a diagnosis. This is mainly because the diagnostic criteria is often not followed correctly - eg. you actually cannot be diagnosed with PCOS by ultrasound ONLY. Also back the other way - you cannot have PCOS ruled out by ultrasound alone. There are three diagnostic criteria for diagnosis that I discuss on this episode.
Once you have been diagnosed with PCOS we need to figure out the underlying reason. There are four types of PCOS - meaning there are four types of driving factors. By listening to this episode you might be able to uncover which type of PCOS you have and understanding this will help to know how to treat to THEN be able to start ovulating regularly and THEN fall pregnant.
Don't forget to check out my article on the different types of PCOS. 🔗
If you're on your fertility journey, grab a Tempdrop with this link for a 35% discount!
Find me on all socials where you can reach out for help with PCOS, fertility and more!
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠

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June 18, 2024 Ep 25 How to get pregnant with irregular cycles with Ellen Louise Naturopath
Welcome to part 2 of my fertility series! 👋🤰
Last episode we spoke about why you might not be getting pregnant, and this week we are looking at how to get pregnant with an irregular cycle.🩸
So many clients have come to me for fertility help and I've noticed these specific points happen with nearly every single couple. It could be that they've never had hormone testing done or that they have never had ovulation tracking done - aside from LH strip testing which I do not recommend as it is inaccurate - but that is for another episode.
In this episode we discuss:

🤰 the important role of hormone testing with ovulation and conception
⚖️ why hormone testing is important for ruling out and also investigating conditions such as PCOS, thyroid imbalance, high androgens, and anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles with no ovulation)
🩸 understanding the right day of your menstrual cycle to test hormones and why
👩‍⚕️ why it's important to have a practitioner who can read and interpret hormone testing correctly
🗓️ ovulation tracking importance

💧 why I recommend the Tempdrop device for basal body temp tracking
🥑 fertility nutrient testing for optimal ranges
👶 why nutrient status is essential for conception, pregnancy and post partum
If you're on your fertility journey, grab a Tempdrop here with a 10% discount!
Don't forget to check out my thyroid episode with fellow naturopath Mel Briggs.
Find me on all socials to learn everthing about fertility, hormones, PCOS and more!
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠
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June 11, 2024 Ep 24 Fertility series: Why am I not falling pregnant with Ellen Louise Naturopath
Welcome to part 1 of my new fertility series! 👋🤰
Over the next few months, I will be releasing my fertility series on the podcast. This will be a space to have a conversation on a variety of topics to do with fertility.

First up, we have 'why am I not falling pregnant?' - a common one that gets typed into Google.

Next up, are you trying to fall pregnant but it's not happening? Have you only been given IVF or IUI as an option? A lot of my clients on their fertility journey have been told that there is nothing they can do and that IVF is the only option.

This is all said before knowing about ovulation and fertile window tracking. It's wild that most people don't know that you are only fertile for 5 - 6 days per month. This is quite a small window for conception to happen, and it is totally different from person to person!

There is no one size fits all approach to fertility.

Did you know 50% of fertility problems are due to sperm count, sperm motility or sperm morphology? Most of the time you will only be sent for a sperm analysis after 1 year of unsuccessfully trying to conceive but why not get it looked at right from the get go?
There are many reasons why sperm health is declining and we discuss why that is and why testing is important in this episode.

We also get told that fertility issues have a lot to do with genetics but rarely are genetics tested!

We discuss the main standout gene that affects fertility, the why it affects fertility and what we can do about it. MTHFR gene is a wormhole of information and I recommend getting help from an informed practitioner, they can interpret the results and suggest treatments for your fertility journey.

Keep listening to this series if you're interested in:

🤰 getting pregnant with ease

🏋️‍♀️ taking action before taking the IVF path

🩸 being in tune with your menstrual cycle to know when you're fertile

🪜 knowing the steps to take to get the correct testing

Check out my cervical mucus ebook and my sperm health episode!
If you're on your fertility journey, grab a Tempdrop!
Learn about your hormones with my hormone quiz.
Find me on all socials to learn everthing about fertility, hormones, PCOS and more!
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠
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May 29, 2024 Ep 23 Redefining success: holistic approaches to life, business, and hormonal health with Kate Addamo
Hey beautiful people! Let me introduce you to Kate Addamo, she's here to tell us about her approach to business and health. 😊 👋
Kate's passionate about women in business. She wants to redefine what success looks like and how we can achieve that. She helps women build solid foundations to create a sustainable lifestyle and a business that flows. Her approach to mentoring is intuitive and strategic, she looks at the whole picture! Kate explains that we should be looking at work and life, holistically. 💞
In this episode, we cover the following topics:
- what led Kate to start her Life and Business In Flow mentoring business and podcast.
- how her mum's cancer diagnosis changed the trajectory of her life, business and health.
- support our bodies while running a business like menstrual cycle synching, seld-care, food as medicine, goal setting and mindset work.
- what Kate finds are the obvious signs for women in business who need health and hormone support.
She shares her knowledge, stories and perspective on her podcast, Life and Business In Flow.
Her podcast was created to show women that there is another way to do business and life that doesn’t lead to burnout, poor health, overwhelm, and losing themselves in the process of running their businesses. For women in business, this should be a fulfilling and enjoyable experience so let Kate inspire you!
I'm also lucky to have Kate as a client, so being able to interview and have these heartfelt, interesting and inspirational chats together is the best!
So, slow down, grab a cup of tea and come sit with us. ☕ 🧘
Don't forget to follow Kate on her socials!
Instagram: @lifeandbusinessinflow
See more about Kate or her future retreats on her website.
Find me on all socials to learn everything about fertility, hormones, PCOS, thyroid, stress and more!
Instagram: ⁠⁠@ellennaturopath⁠⁠
Facebook: @EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠⁠
TikTok: @EllenNaturopath⁠⁠
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May 22, 2024Ep 22 Mum & Bub Holistic Sleep Strategies with Georgina from the Holistic Sleep Project
In this week's episode we have the knowledgeable Georgina from The Holistic Sleep Project! 💤🤩
Georgina is a Holistic Sleep Consultant, Qualified Naturopath and Mother. Her interest in sleep was born out of her own sleep issues and the tragedy of her own mother dying when she was just 13 weeks pregnant with her son. In order to preserve her own wellbeing and mental health in the 4th trimester, Georgina actively prioritised her baby’s sleep and it paid off! He has been a dynamite sleeper ever since! Her baby was essentially her first client! 👼🏻
From there Georgina studied an International Holistic Sleep Qualification while her son was taking his day nap and together with her Naturopathy background created her own uniquely holistic and gradual method to help babies and toddlers get more sleep which in turn completely transforms the family dynamic and positively alters the experience new parents have as their babies are completely well rested and so are they as parents.
She has her own podcast “The Holistic Baby and Toddler Podcast”, consults with families on a 1:1 basis, has a membership “The Sleep Collective” and recently has become a Finalist in 4 International business and Health/Wellbeing Award Categories in the Women Changing the World Awards announced in London during May 2024.
In this week's episode we dive deep into the following amazing topics:
What is the role of a holistic sleep consultant?

What is the 4th Trimester?

Preferred environment for sleeping baby like a pitch black room, white noise on a timer, etc.

Is there a place for feeding to sleep?

Soothing sounds like white noise, shushing, lullabies, anything preferable?

How to know if bubba is overtired, in pain or still hungry when crying?

Societal 'norms' or 'myths to bust' about baby sleeping routines.

Do you find that post-natal depression or anxiety affects sleep for mum, dad and bub's in early days?

How to not feel guilty as a mum with the pressure of everything when bub not sleeping 'well'.

Top 3 tips for promoting positive sleep at home.
You can find Georgina on Instagram, @theholisiticsleepproject.
Check out more info about her work and sleep support packages on www.theholisticsleepproject.com.
Georgina's membership is The Sleep Collective.

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Want to learn about your hormones? Take my hormone quiz ⁠here⁠

Find me on all socials to learn everything fertility, hormones, PCOS, thyroid, stress:
IG: ⁠@ellennaturopath⁠
FB: ⁠@EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠
Tik Tok: ⁠@EllenNaturopath⁠

Book in a consult: ⁠Click here⁠ to find suitable time for online zoom session (available worldwide)
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March 05, 2024Ep21 Thyroid Part 2 - Delve Deep Into Hashimoto's Autoimmune Thyroid Disease With Melissa Briggs
In this episode we have the amazing Mel Briggs back for a PART 2 of our thyroid series.
In this epsiode we are delving deep into Hashimoto's disease!

Did you know that 80% of hypothyroidism is caused by Hashimoto's autoimmune disease.
So many people with Hashimoto's go undiagnosed and therefore the root cause is never addressed and they end up consistently struggling and having to increase doses of medications.

In this episode we will cover:
What is Hashimoto's

Subclinical versus overt Hashimoto's

Why medication - Thyroxine is not enough

Why Thyroxine is an inactive storage hormone - still needs converting and it doesn’t really address the autoimmune component of the disease.

Nodule/goitre/thyroid cancer risk - Do I need an ultrasound?

Risk of further autoimmune diseases.

How COVID affects autoimmune disease.

Link with EBV and Hashimoto's

Stress and Hashimoto's

Implications in fertility

Environmental toxins and Hashimotos - living on a farm, painters, pesticides, mould exposure, fake tanning, mercury fillings, exposure to chlorine and flouride etc.
Find Melissa at Elixir Naturopathy or on instagram for lots of free resources!
Nourish Your Thyroid Program:
Mel's signature self-paced hypothyroid/Hashimoto’s management program, designed to take individuals living with hypothyroid from confused to confident, without the one-size-fits-all approach to health.
Check out Nourish Your Thyroid program here
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Want to learn about your hormones? Take my hormone quiz here
Find me on all socials to learn everything fertility, hormones, PCOS, thyroid, stress:
IG: @ellennaturopath
FB: @EllenLouiseNaturopath
Tik Tok: @EllenNaturopath
Book in a consult: Click here to find suitable time for online zoom session (available worldwide)
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October 05, 2023Ep20 HPV - break the stigma around HPV & take control of your cervical health through holistic healing with Kristina the HPV Naturopath
In this weeks episode we have the lovely Kristina Rasmussen - AKA The HPV Naturopath on the show talking all things Human Papillomavirus (HPV).

Topics we cover in this episode:
What exactly is HPV?

What are some of the triggers for HPV?

Does it always show symptoms or can it be asymptomatic (cervical dysplasia vs genital warts)

If I got the vaccine for HPV - why did I still contract HPV

Is it risky to “wait for it to clear up itself” or is there other treatment options ?

How birth control and hormone imbalances affect HPV?

How does thrush, BV and other vaginal microbiome imbalances affect HPV?
Kristina the HPV Naturopath is on a mission to break the stigma surrounding Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and empower women to take control of their cervical health through holistic healing. With over a decade of experience in the natural health field Kristina combines traditional and modern, scientific and holistic practices to help women with HPV on their personal healing journeys.
Through her naturopathic practice, Kristina offers personalized 1on1 coaching and a comprehensive online program specifically designed for women with HPV. This program, led by Kristina, provides the exact steps and templates needed to create a unique healing roadmap, addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of the condition.
Contact Kristina about her online HPV programs & working with her 1:1 here

Want to learn about your hormones? Take my hormone quiz here

Find me on all socials to learn everything hormones, PCOS, thyroid, stress:
IG: @ellennaturopath
FB: @EllenLouiseNaturopath
Tik Tok: @EllenNaturopath

Book in a consult: Click here to find suitable time for online zoom session (available worldwide)
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August 28, 2023 EP 19 Do I Have Imbalanced Hormones with Naturopath Ellen
Do you suspect you have a hormonal imbalance?
Have you been told that you just need to go on contraception to fix everything?

Hormone imbalance is not a one size fits all, there can be MANY varying different symptom pictures for each individual.

Some common signs of hormonal imbalance that can be fixed and are not normal or something you have to just "put up with" can include mood swings, period pain, acne, sugar cravings, fatigue, migraines & headaches, heavy periods, clots in period blood, painful or swollen breasts, spotting throughout the cycle, sleep issues, hair loss, excess hair growth, dry skin, sluggish digestion - plus many more.

There are many different factors that can imbalance your hormones including endocrine disruptors, stress, contraceptives, gut and liver issues just to name a few.

Testing for hormone imbalances is essential and this is something covered in this episode.

Links referenced in this episode:

Download free "Discover Your Hormones Quiz" - take the quiz here

Episode with our amazing Canadian friend Maria from Oliver Co all about endocrine disrupting chemicals - listen here

Episode with Kate from Kabile Love to understand the seasons of your cycle - listen here

Free worksheet download on "Optimal blood testing ranges" - download here

To learn more about your test results or how to get thorough testing done, contact me at ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR instagram ⁠@ellennaturopath⁠

Find me on all socials to learn everything fertility, hormones, PCOS, thyroid, stress:
IG: ⁠@ellennaturopath⁠

FB: ⁠@EllenLouiseNaturopath⁠

Tik Tok: ⁠@EllenNaturopath⁠

Book in a consult: ⁠Click here⁠ to find suitable time for online zoom session (available worldwide)
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FAQs about Conscious Health & Life:

How many episodes does Conscious Health & Life have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.