In this episode of In the Clinic with Camille, I share some follow-up thoughts from my recent supplement deep dive class, focusing on smarter supplementing. We explore the broad definition of supplements in the U.S., including vitamins, minerals, herbs, and protein products, and discuss the challenges around recommending supplements for long-term disease prevention. I clarify how taking isolated nutrients differs from consuming whole herbs or foods, and why it’s important to be thoughtful about what we recommend to clients, especially when evidence for long-term benefits is limited.

If you’re curious about supplements and want to dig deeper, it’s not too late to join the 2026 Supplement Deep Dive. Thanks for listening 💚

In this episode, I’m talking about a feeling many of us face: the pressure to finish every course or program we’ve signed up for. I was sorting through my own list of courses and realized it’s totally okay to get what you need from part of a program and then move on. You don’t have to complete everything just because you once signed up.

If you’re like me and sometimes feel overwhelmed by your “to-learn” list, this episode is for you. We chat about how professional learning can be more like a buffet: pick what serves you right now and save the rest for later.

Here's to taking what works into 2026 and leaving the rest behind 🎉

In this episode, you'll hear Maria Noël Groves discuss her new book, Herbal Gut Health, which explores digestive function and challenges as well as herbs/lifestyle strategies to restore function. 

We talk about why teas are especially useful for GI support, when to refer clients for medical care, and where to find Maria’s classes and resources at wintergreenbotanicals.com. I highly recommend the book, as it's a concise, practitioner-friendly overview of botanicals and approaches to common and complex gut issues.

Let's talk about dietary fiber in plain terms: the difference between soluble (fermentable) and insoluble fibers, how soluble fiber feeds gut microbes to produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids, and why insoluble fiber adds bulk to ease transit. We'll also briefly discuss how FOS/GOS and inulin fit into the picture. 

Practical takeaways include aiming for about 25–30+ g/day from whole plant foods, using psyllium as a balanced supplement option, increasing fiber slowly to avoid discomfort, and seeking specialized care for those with GI conditions, since more fiber isn't appropriate for everyone.

This episode builds on the newsletter I sent out last week and a lot of conversations I’ve been having with other small business owners. If your revenue is down this year, you're not alone. I talk about practical, accessible steps you can take when business slows.

Want help? If you have a specific situation you want me to talk through, send a short summary and I may address it in a future episode.

Thanks for listening. Take care and talk soon.

Herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman explains why the term "hormone replacement therapy (HRT)" can mislead patients by implying menopause is a problem to be fixed, and why many practitioners are switching to "menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)."

She urges clinicians to be mindful of their language, clarifies what MHT better reflects about hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause, and invites listeners to adopt more accurate, non-pathologizing terminology.

In this episode, I chat with Liane about her journey into fertility herbalism and her upcoming book, The Herbal Fertility Handbook, which launches on September 23, 2025 (and is available for pre-order now!).

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If you’re curious about supporting fertility naturally or want to help others on this path, you’ll find lots of practical wisdom in this episode.

Your "About Me" page is one of the most visited pages on your website. When was the last time you looked at it? 

In this episode, Camille discusses the different functions and "About Me" page can serve and reflects on the different ways we come to know each other. Your "About Me" page can be a place to list facts: degrees, certifications, etc. It can also be a place to share your perspective, to show people who you are on a deeper level. 

If you're ready to give your "About Me" page an update or simply want to engage in reflective thinking, join Camille's upcoming workshop on updating your "About Me" page. Tune in for insights that spark creativity and connection in the digital space.

In this episode, Camille discusses the pros and cons of hiring a virtual assistant. This episode provides thoughts on how having an assistant may support solo practitioners reallocate time to seeing clients, content creation, or better work-life balance. 

Camille discusses common misconceptions about virtual assistants, shares her personal journey in integrating virtual help into her practice, and offers practical tips on assessing readiness for hiring a virtual assistant. Discover how even small task delegations can significantly boost productivity and well-being. 

Learn more about the upcoming mini-course on getting started with a virtual assistant, or take this short quiz to find out if you're ready to hire an assistant. 

Get a behind the scenes peek as Camille reflects on the 'Take Your Tonic' program run through Bloom & Grow this spring. In this episode, she provides a transparent debrief of her pilot project that aimed to support participants amidst challenging times. Discover the motivations behind launching this free program, its key objectives, and the feedback received after the program ended.

Camille shares the challenges faced by participants and the things she'll do differently when running the program again in the fall. She reflects on the importance of simplicity and the difficulties inherent in maintaining long-term self-care practices. This episode underscores the value of consistency in holistic practices and offers a glimpse into potential future enhancements for the program, including the possibility of introducing a modest fee to encourage active participation.