The Enlightened Pharmacist

In this episode, you'll discover a captivating and insightful interview with Sally K. Norton, a leading expert on the impact of oxalates in our diet. Prepare for a journey filled with revelations and actionable takeaways as we delve into the world of oxalates, the antinutrients produced by plants. It's a journey that challenges the perception of so-called superfoods like spinach, nuts, and dark chocolate, revealing the potential health impacts of these everyday choices.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• ·      An eye-opening exploration of the world of oxalates, the antinutrients that plants produce, and how they can significantly influence our well-being. Sally reveals that some foods often considered "superfoods" may, in fact, be loaded with oxalates.
• ·      A deep dive into the pathophysiology of oxalate toxicity, uncovering how oxalates can damage organs and tissues, contribute to leaky gut, food intolerances, and nutrient depletion, and ultimately exhaust your mitochondria and immune system.
• ·      Guidance on how to determine if you have oxalate toxicity and why traditional blood tests may not provide an accurate picture. Sally also shares resources to help you assess your oxalate intake.
• ·      Sally's personal experience with oxalate-related vulva pain, highlighting the importance of understanding your body's signals.
• ·      Tips on the slow and steady elimination of high oxalate foods to avoid triggering a release of toxic stores.

 For more info, see https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/sallyknorton/

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Welcome back to another empowering episode of our podcast, where we bring you transformative stories and expert insights to guide your journey towards optimal health. I'm thrilled to have a true trailblazer in the field of sports medicine and nutrition with us today, Dr. Peter Brukner. He's not only a Professor of Sports Medicine but also a passionate advocate for evidence-based health approaches that resonate with real-life experiences.

In this episode, get ready to embark on a journey of revelations and actionable takeaways as we delve into the world of low-carb and ketogenic diets, the myths surrounding sugar, impact of low-carb on males vs females, meat consumption and its impact on the environment and strategies to prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Brukner takes us on his personal health odyssey, shedding 13 kilograms, reversing fatty liver disease, and feeling a renewed vitality by adopting a low-carb lifestyle over a decade ago. Join us as he demystifies the early stages of diabetes and unveils three compelling strategies to thwart its advancement. We'll discuss the nuanced world of low-carb versus ketogenic diets and explore their significance in the realm of elite sports.

But that's not all. Dr. Brukner courageously addresses the elephant in the room – the influence of social pressures, food industry, lack of inertia with current medical model, low-carb alcohol consumption and more. His commitment to battling childhood obesity and transforming the narrative around type 2 diabetes is truly inspiring. Join us for a conversation that holds the promise of hope, empowerment, and the tangible steps you can take to embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Now, let's dive right into this enlightening conversation with Dr. Peter Brukner."

In this episode, you'll discover:

·       Dr. Brukner's personal journey to health, shedding light on the impact of low-carb nutrition.

·       Strategies to prevent the progression of early-stage diabetes and the myths around meat consumption.

·       Insights into the differences between low-carb and ketogenic diets, general low-carb recommendations and personalising low-carb, especially in elite sports.

·       The challenge of alcohol consumption in the sports industry and the keys to tackling childhood obesity.

·       A message of hope for type 2 diabetes remission and the power of 'Just Eat Real Food' (JERF). 

Resources:
Peter's website https://www.peterbrukner.com/

Defeat Diabetes https://www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/about-defeat-diabetes/

The Diabetes Plan

https://www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/shop/the-diabetes-plan/

 Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/peterbrukner/  

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Hello and welcome to our podcast, where we bring you inspiring stories from health practitioners who have transformed their own health or their clients. Today, we have with us Shannon Swales, a clinical psychologist who suffered a mental breakdown due to burnout. Shannon recognized the signs and symptoms of burnout in herself and took the necessary steps to recover. She has since quit her job and now focuses on helping others who are struggling with burnout. In this episode, Shannon will share her personal experience with burnout and help us understand the warning signs, risk factors, and when to seek professional help.

Today, I'm honored to have Shannon join us on the podcast. Her expertise and insights into burnout will help us better understand the signs and symptoms, when to seek professional help, and the risk factors associated with this all-too-common issue. Together, we aim to increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of burnout and signpost some self-care routines and when to seek help. So, without further ado, let's welcome Shannon and delve into this crucial conversation about burnout prevention and recovery.

In this episode, you will discover:

·       Shannon's personal experience with burnout and how she recovered from it.

·       Warning signs of burnout, the risk factors associated with it, and when to seek professional help.

·       The impact of burnout on our overall well-being and the importance of self-care in preventing burnout.

·       Research on how the role of organizations in creating a healthy work environment and the responsibility of individuals to prioritize their mental health. For resources and links, go to https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/shannon-swales/

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Welcome to our podcast where we explore different ways to transform our health. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Louise Phillips, a medical doctor who specializes in metabolic health. Dr. Phillips has extensive experience helping patients improve their health through various dietary approaches, including low-carb diets.

In this episode, you will discover:

·   The definition of metabolic syndrome, which includes high blood pressure, high waist circumference, and poor lipid profiles

·   The risks of being thin on the outside but fat on the inside (TOFI)

·   The continuum of too much sugar/fat from diet and the dire consequences of inaction

·   Emerging research on how a low-carb diet can prevent or even reverse metabolic dysfunction

·   Valuable biomarkers, such as triglycerides, that can be used to measure and control metabolic health

Full notes available here:https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/drlouisephillips/

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Today, we have Dr Michelle Woolhouse, the author of 'Wonder Within', who will share her personal journey of burnout and how she found a way to recover and rediscover her life's purpose. Dr Michelle is a GP who practises integrative medicine and ran a successful integrative clinic, but after suffering from burnout, took a break and reflected on her life. The result of this is her book 'Wonder Within', which details her journey and provides readers with the neurobiology or science behind stress, tips to prevent and overcome burnout.

What I love about this conversation with Dr Michelle Woolhouse was how courageous she is in sharing her story, her vulnerability. She is a giant in her field yet she shared her story with no holds barred so that we can learn from her lessons learnt because she understands the power of community and a rising tide lifts all ships. She has compiled the wisdom she's built from her own story and her patients' stories into a playlist that will touch and inspire you to find the wonder within.

 You are in for a treat as Michelle is a Mistress of Reflection whereby she gently lifts us on her shoulders so we can sink our teeth into the cause and effect of stress.In this podcast episode, Dr. Michelle Woolhouse shares her personal journey of burnout and how she overcame it to discover her life's purpose. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs and symptoms of stress, as it can manifest in signs and symptoms like fatigue, brain fog and not quite feeling like yourself before it becomes 'burnout'. The prevalence of stress and its impact on lifestyle-related disorders like heart disease and diabetes is highlighted, with millennials being the worst affected.

Listeners, Be Ready to be filled with wonder with my conversation with Dr Michelle Woolhouse

In this episode, you will discover:

• The story of Dr. Michelle Woolhouse's personal journey of burnout and how she found a way to recover and discover her life's purpose.
• The science behind hidden stress (what signs and symptoms to watch out for) and how stress chemistry can lead to immune dysregulation and predispose individuals to various disease states, including skin cancer asthma, eczema, IBS, tension headaches, chronic pain and poor attention.
• Insights on how to hone self-awareness and the top 5 things you can do to break the cycle of stress and prevent burnout

For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/michelle-woolhouse/

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Welcome to our podcast, where we explore the powerful impact of nutrition on preventing mental health issues. What if there was a way to treat mental health conditions that didn't rely solely on traditional psychiatric medications, with all their limitations and potential side effects?

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology in Christchurch, NZ. She is a TedTalk speaker and author of "The Better Brain," which explores the limitations of traditional psychiatric medications and proposes a new paradigm of mental health through nutrition.I feel a special connection with Julia and her work as she has lived in 2 places that are dear to my heart, NZ and Canada where I have family.

Mental and emotional disorders can result from disordered brain biochemistry, and traditional psychiatric medications have limitations such as treatment resistance, variability in recovery rates, relapses, and side effects. Despite this, these disorders remain an epidemic today, and some argue they are on the rise.

By the end of this episode, you'll discover

• ·       a bold new paradigm of mental health that breaks away from traditional methods and explores the role of nutrition in optimizing mental health especially acute stress, emotional dysregulation and mood disorders (ADHD)
• ·       the benefits of a balanced diet and individual responses to micronutrient therapy.
• ·       difference between a balanced diet and supplements and why single nutrient research is underwhelming compared to a combined nutrient approach (at the right doses)
• ·       how to measure the effects of micronutrients, the onset of action, and the recommended duration of trial.

For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/juliarucklidge/

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Welcome to The Enlightened Pharmacist podcast.

Does what you eat affect your medicines? There have been awareness of drugs or medicines and how it affects the way we absorb micronutrients through our experience with statins, iron and thyroxine supplementation,

This is because medicines and foods sometime get broken down by the same pathway and can interact. An example is grapefruit juice and some statins: too much grapefruit juice can increase the amount of some statins.

Calcium can reduce the absorption of thyroxine and so on. My guest today, Yvonne Coleman has taken a step further and collated a database to put all the research together.

In this episode, we explore the topic of drug-nutrient interactions, a sophisticated interconnection that exists between what we eat and how our bodies absorb medications.

Here are some of the key takeaways from our discussion:

·   We delved into the mechanisms by which medicines and foods can interact, with specific examples of grapefruit juice and statins, and calcium and thyroxine.

·   Yvonne shared valuable insights on how to identify if a drug-nutrient interaction is occurring, and what to look out for when taking certain medications.

·   We also explored resources available to healthcare professionals and patients to support the management of drug-nutrient interactions.

·   Yvonne's 3 healthy things she does on a daily basis to optimise her health (hint: think Jerusalem artichokes)

 Remember to check out the show notes for links and resources on this topic. Head over to pharmacistedit.com and sign up for our email list to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes.

For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/yvonnecoleman/ 

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Welcome to the podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Saalihah Sedat, who is a Consultant Pharmacist, My Health For Life facilitator, a Personal coach and Mentor. She was also a Finalist for the City Of Logan Citizen of the Year Finalist Australia Day Awards 2020.

Together, we explore the importance of being part of a community, how it can help us build a successful business, improve our mental health, beat loneliness, and showcase our skills and talents to others.

We start off by discussing how community is the veins of society and how it contributes to our overall wellbeing. Saalihah shares her personal experience as a migrant and Muslim woman and the importance of knowing the work required to make our joy materialize.

Saalihah believes that everyone has unique gifts that they can use to create a positive impact on the world around them. We dive into how to tap into our strengths and values, so we know where to start our community experience.

During the conversation, Saalihah also shares a secret weapon of how men lose weight, and we discuss the joy of connecting with a community.

In this episode, you will discover: 

• The joy of connecting with community

• Men's secret weapon to single-handedly lose weight

• How to discern your strengths and values so you know where to start your community experience

After listening to the podcast, I encourage you to reflect on your values and what sparks joy for you. What's one action you can take to create a positive impact in your community? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Please help us spread the message by sharing this podcast with your friends and family. Thank you for listening!

For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/saalihahsedat/ 

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Welcome to the show! Are you struggling with chronic pain, headaches, or other neurological symptoms? It may be time to take a closer look at what you're eating. Recent research has shown that our diet can have a significant impact on the chemical messengers and neurotransmitters in our brain, which can lead to a variety of disorders and conditions

Brain health is so important and there's emerging information that what you eat can affect chemical messengers or neurotransmitters in the brain. If you're a regular listener, today's podcast is a follow-on from Prof Grant Schofield's introduction to neurotransmitters that impact mental health. He recommended that I interview Dr. Kathleen Holton, a nutritional neuroscientist from Washington, USA. Dr. Holton's research focuses on the effects of dietary excitotoxins and certain micronutrients on the brain. In this episode, you'll learn about the association between food additives and chronic disease, signs that you may be sensitive to glutamate, and common foods that are high in glutamate.

Dr. Kathleen Holton's research examines the negative effects of dietary excitotoxins on neurological symptoms, as well as the positive protective effects of certain micronutrients on the brain. The most common dietary excitotoxin exposures in the US are from food additives used as flavor enhancers and artificial sweeteners.

Her research covers effects on all age groups, from brain development in neonates, to children with neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD, to adults and elderly with neurological symptoms.

More importantly, what does a nutritional neuroscientist eat on a day-to-day basis? Dr. Holton shares what a day on her plate looks like and how kids can play their part in nourishing their bodies.

Remember, what we eat is crucial to our overall health, and Dr. Holton will show you how to optimize your diet for optimal brain health. Stay tuned!

In this episode, you will discover:

• ·       The association between food additive (glutamate) and chronic disease, the goldilocks effect, effect of dysregulation on the nervous system and chronic disease
• ·       Signs and symptoms that you may be sensitive to glutamate (headaches, chronic pain, fatigue with no reason/brain is awake/need to lay down/brain over-excited/can't sit up/mood dysregulation/trouble concentration/memory, cognitive dysfunction)
• ·       Common foods that are high in glutamate (soy sauce, fish sauce, coconut aminos, tomatoes, mushroom, aged cheeses, long-marination >1 hour)
• ·       Top 3 micronutrients that are protective to brain health (Magnesium sleep/anxiety, Vitamin C)
• ·       Best sources of magnesium (nuts, pumpkin seeds, beans, buckwheat, salmon), vitamin C (5 servings of colourful fruits and vegetables),antioxidants (chocolate, coffee, tea, herbs and spices), fat-soluble vitamin E (nuts, seeds, avocados), omega 3 fatty acids/iron including animal protein (fish, quality grass-fed beef, lamb)
• ·       3 rules when reading food labels (look for ingredients list that are short, easy to read, things you can add to your food when you're cooking)
• ·       A day on a plate of a nutritional neuroscientist (colourful fruit, herbs, vegetable, protein) and how kids can play their part

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For Show Notes: https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/kathleenholton/

Links:
Dr Kathleen's bio

Prof Grant Schofield: The Impact of Glutamate Excitotoxicity on Mental Health

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Hi everyone! Welcome to Episode #11 of The Enlightened Pharmacist.

Today's topic is very close to my heart: mental illness and glutamate excitatoxicity. I lost a dear friend and colleague to suicide. The consequences of this leaves a tsunami of disbelief, guilt to those left behind.

I was very excited when I heard about the work of Professor Grant Schofield highlighting chemical imbalances in the brain and impact on mental health.

Grant is a Professor of Public Health at Auckland University of Technology and director of the university's Human Potential Centre (HPC). He started in psychology, went into sport and exercise psychology, then into public health, especially physical activity, then obesity. 

We met at the HCANZA. (Health Coaches Australia & NZ Association) in the Gold Coast where he spoke of glutamate and lifestyle.

In this episode, you will discover:

• The role of the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate on physical and mental stress
•  Impact of too much glutamate on mental illness, how to support yourself and reduce inflammation.
• Philosophy of health coaching: being curious without judgement to help the client
• Individualise diet, lifestyle and nutrition. Find out what works for you as there is no one size fits all approach
• What Prof Schofield does to reduce inflammation and optimise health (Spoiler alert: it involves physical activity, community and anti-inflammatory hacks)

For the full show notes, https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/grant-schofield/ 

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