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.

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Instagram: @georgiebeamespsychologist

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Connect with Dr Andrea Robertson:

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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

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.

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💧 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

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.

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💧 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

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.

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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

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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.

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

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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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

Ep.4 Unveiling Brain Fog: The Science Behind Mental Clarity

In episode 4 of Nourish, Heal, and Rise, Dr Andrea Robertson continues her series on common signs of chronic inflammation in women by focusing on brain fog and why it should be taken seriously rather than dismissed as busy-ness or aging.

She explains how brain fog reflects interconnected biological drivers, including neuroinflammation via microglia, glucose instability and insulin resistance, the gut-brain axis and leaky gut, declining estrogen and progesterone in perimenopause, thyroid dysfunction (including the need for a full thyroid panel), low ferritin and iron-related neurotransmitter and oxygen issues, chronically elevated cortisol affecting the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, and impaired glymphatic clearance from disrupted deep sleep.

Andrea outlines actionable steps: stabilize blood sugar with a protein-rich breakfast, heal the gut by removing key disruptors and increasing plant diversity, support brain fats and key nutrients, protect deep sleep, exercise for BDNF and insulin sensitivity, reduce toxic exposures, assess thyroid and iron properly, and manage cortisol, plus what improvements to expect over weeks to months.

00:00 Brain Fog Wake Up

02:28 Show Intro

03:02 Medical Disclaimer

03:36 Series Context

04:21 Why Brain Fog Matters

06:54 Episode Roadmap

07:25 What Brain Fog Is

08:42 Client Story Claire

11:42 Interweb Overview

13:06 Mechanism One Microglia

15:34 Mechanism Two Glucose

18:04 Mechanism Three Gut Brain

21:40 Mechanism Four Hormones

26:54 Mechanism Five Thyroid

29:11 Mechanism Six Iron

31:20 Mechanism Seven Cortisol

34:28 Mechanism Eight Sleep

35:41 Inflammation Wrecks Deep Sleep

36:58 Progress Over Perfection

39:39 Blood Sugar Breakfast Fix

42:05 Gut Healing Foundations

46:23 Supplements For Brain

50:36 Sleep For Glymphatics

53:16 Exercise Boosts BDNF

57:17 Reduce Toxic Exposure

01:00:08 Thyroid And Iron Checks

01:01:42 Lower Cortisol Daily

01:04:14 Recovery Timeline Markers

01:07:24 Wrap Up And Next Episode

Ep.3 The Science Behind Weight Loss Resistance: Biology, Nutrition & Healing.

Dr. Andrea Robertson explains that weight loss resistance, especially persistent belly fat despite eating well and exercising, is a biochemistry issue rooted in chronic inflammation, not a personal failure.

In episode three of Nourish, Heal, and Rise, Andrea outlines major biological drivers including insulin resistance, cortisol dysregulation, thyroid dysfunction, estrogen decline, gut dysbiosis, leptin resistance, undereating and metabolic adaptation, set point changes, poor sleep, and the compounding effects of diet culture.

She discusses GLP-1 medications (Ozempic/Wegovy/Mounjaro), noting they may help some but don't resolve underlying inflammation and weight often returns when stopped.

Andrea then shares 10 practical steps: stop restricting, prioritize protein (especially breakfast), progressive strength training, stabilize blood sugar, remove dietary inflammatory triggers, heal the gut, protect sleep, manage stress, run comprehensive hormone/thyroid testing, and allow realistic timeframes (often 3–6 months or longer) for lasting change.

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 Why Weight Won't Budge

00:44 Sponsor Break

02:18 Show Intro and Disclaimer

03:50 Episode Focus Belly Weight

07:19 Defining Weight Resistance

08:49 Julia Case Study

11:35 Driver 1 Insulin Resistance

15:44 Driver 2 Cortisol Belly Fat

18:35 Driver 3 Thyroid Slowdown

22:21 Driver 4 Estrogen Decline

25:27 Driver 5 Gut Dysbiosis

29:19 Driver 6 Leptin Resistance

32:14 Driver 7 Undereating Adaptation

35:39 Driver 8 Set Point Theory

37:03 Set Point Defense Explained

37:56 Inflammation Raises Set Point

39:51 Lowering Set Point Strategies

41:51 Thermostat Set Point Analogy

42:21 Sleep Hormones and Weight

44:27 Diet Culture Damage Cycle

49:28 GLP-1 Meds Reality Check

53:49 Step 1 Nourish Not Restrict

55:47 Protein Leverage and Targets

57:43 Build Muscle Progressive Lifting

01:00:47 Stabilize Blood Sugar Meals

01:02:02 Cut Dietary Inflammation

01:03:14 Heal the Gut Microbiome

01:05:15 Protect Sleep and Recovery

01:06:33 Manage Stress and Cortisol

01:08:35 Test Hormones and Thyroid

01:10:00 Give It Time and Expectations

01:11:29 Closing Summary and Next Episode