WE DIVE INTO the topic of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. WE GO DEEP with dietician Stefanie Valakas also known as the Dietologist. Stefanie OPENS UP about Omega 3 Fatty acids. 

What are they? Why are they a big deal?

Where do we get them from in our diet?

Their role in women’s health such as PCOS, endometriosis, fertility and pregnancy.

We discuss Omega 3 supplements.

Connect with Stefanie Valakas:

 Website: thedietologist.com.au

Instagram @the_dietologist and @endo.dietitian
Facebook Pages: The Dietologist and The Endometriosis Dietitian

Facebook Group: Fertility Friendly Food
Podcast: Fertility Friendly Food
Find Out More about Get Pregnant with Endo at: courses.thedietologist.com.au

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WE DIVE INTO the topic of the Endometriosis and the diet. WE GO DEEP with dietician Stefanie Valakas also known as the Dietologist. Stefanie OPENS UP about her own personal experience of being diagnosed with endometriosis and why this has helped her develop a specific interest in helping women manage their period pain through diet.

The recently launched Australian Endometriosis Clinical Practice Guideline commented on dietary therapies such as a gluten and dairy free diets; vegetarian and FODMAP diet. I discuss these interventions with Stefanie.

Whether you have surgically diagnosed endometriosis or period pain, you may benefit from following certain dietary recommendations.

 Connect with Stefanie Valakas:

 Website: thedietologist.com.au

Instagram @the_dietologist and @endo.dietitian
Facebook Pages: The Dietologist and The Endometriosis Dietitian

Facebook Group: Fertility Friendly Food
Podcast: Fertility Friendly Food
Find Out More about Get Pregnant with Endo at: courses.thedietologist.com.au

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Email: [email protected]

Website: www.drandreadis.com.au

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WE DIVE INTO the topic of the Mediterranean Diet. WE GO DEEP with dietician Stefanie Valakas also known as the Dietologist. Stefanie OPENS UP about what the Mediterranean diet is and why it’s hailed as the world healthiest diet from benefiting mental health, heart health, diabetes and reproduction.

Should everyone trying to conceive follow the Mediterranean diet?

What kind of fish are consumed as part of this diet?

Why is olive oil such a big deal?

Why should Australian’s buy Australian olive oil and avoid imported oils?

How does one shop for a Mediterranean based diet?

A little bit about Stefanie Valakas:

Stefanie Valakas is an expert fertility dietitian & nutritionist and founder of The Dietologist. Stefanie and her virtual practice are dedicated to excellence in nutrition for reproductive health concerns, fertility & pregnancy. Her passion for nutrition in this space has truly grown from her experience helping her clients online from around the world and also through her own personal experiences of navigating a diagnosis of endometriosis. 

 

Connect with Stefanie Valakas:

 Website: thedietologist.com.au

Instagram @the_dietologist and @endo.dietitian
Facebook Pages: The Dietologist and The Endometriosis Dietitian

Facebook Group: Fertility Friendly Food
Podcast: Fertility Friendly Food
Find Out More about Get Pregnant with Endo at: courses.thedietologist.com.au

 

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Website: www.drandreadis.com.au

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WE DIVE INTO something a little different. I was interviewed for a great podcast show called the LGBTQ+ Let’s Get Behind the Questions PODCAST . I GO DEEP with hosts Nic Hennessy and Nick Christian and I’m sharing this episode with you.

So who are Nick and Nic?

 They are the dynamic duo who host Woolworths Group's first LGBTQ+ Podcast Let's Get Behind the Questions.

This podcast is released weekly and it aims to educate Allies, and gives LGBTQ+ Team Members a voice by sharing their stories and experiences.
They have created a platform where they share the stories of the people at Woolworths Group - sharing their stories and experiences in order to educate, and inspire allyship.
Nick Christian is a Communications Professional and Co-chair of Proud at Woolworths Group. Nick identifies as a cisgender gay man who can’t say no to a matching outfit with his dog Princey.

Nic Hennessy is a Culture, Change and Talent Professional and Co-chair of Proud at Woolworths Group. Nic identifies as a cisgender bisexual woman who could probably talk under water, so naturally co-hosting a podcast is right up her ally. 

She was recently recognised with the 2021 Pride in Diversity AWEI Sapphire Inspire Award for LGBTQ+ Women for their contribution to workplace inclusion, visibility and support of other LGBTQ+ Women. She received this award on behalf of other queer women who have ever doubted their ability to create change & impact.

Although they have very different 9-5 roles with Woolworths, what they both have in common is a passion for uplifting marginalised voices and creating a sense of connection and community with LGBTQ+ people and Allies.

I was interviewed for episode 40 of their Let’s Get Behind the Questions podcast and thought I’d share it with you.

Nick and Nic asked me a few questions, and I open up about :

• What is IVF? We discuss the history of IVF; City and Rainbow Fertility.
• How might twoLGBTQ+ people who can’t conceive naturally go about having a baby? Where do they even begin!?
• What is IUI and how is it different to IVF?
• In Australia, what are the options available for 2 people who identify as men in a relationship wanting to have a family, can they use IVF and if so, how does that work?
• What about for 2 people who identify as women in a relationship?
• What services are available at Rainbow Fertility to support Transgender people?
• Through the Houses of Hogwarts I also give advice on how to cope through fertility treatment.

It really is an important and informative podcast and hope you like it as much as I do.

Connect with their podcast:

• Let’s Get Behind the Questions weekly podcast on http://letsgetbehindthequestions.buzzsprout.com/

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WE DIVE INTO the topic of Teas for General Health. WE GO DEEP with naturopath and owner of Apotheca , Anthia Koullouros. I introduced Anthia in the previous episode of the Fanny Mechanic, where we talked about her philosophy behind her tea making and lots of other things tea. In this episode, Anthia OPENS UP further about the wonderful, general health benefits of drinking her teas and how she goes about creating them. From Marshmallow root to Lavender fields and Clove buds, it’s all about the ingredients. May this episode inspire you to drink more good quality teas and to appreciate their ingredients.

 Enjoy our chat.

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Instagram: apotheca.by.anthia

Website: apothecabyanthia.com

 

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WE DIVE INTO the topic of Teas and Gynaecology. WE GO DEEP with naturopath and owner of Apotheca, Anthia Koullouros. Anthia OPENS UP about the wonderful benefits of drinking tea and how she goes about creating her teas including her latest range inspired by Greece.

We chat about her PMS and perimenopause blend – The Graces.

Its ingredients….from sage to rose petals.

Why did Anthia get into developing teas in the first place?

What is the difference between a tea and tisane?

How does she choose her ingredients?

How should we store teas?

Does the water used need to be boiled to a certain temperature?

Are drinking vessels important?

What would an Anthia Koullouros tea ceremony, look like?

If a woman is having an embryo transfer, what tea would Anthia give her in the lead up to and on the day of this procedure and why?

How do you like your tea?

 

Connect with Anthia Koullouros:

Instagram: apotheca.by.anthia

Website: apothecabyanthia.com

 

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Website: www.drandreadis.com.au

Podcast Website: www.thefannymechanic.com

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WE DIVE INTO the topic of donor sperm counselling. WE GO DEEP with fertility counsellor Dr Melissa Oxlad. Melissa OPENS UP about the reasons why counselling is necessary prior to the use of donor sperm.

Why do people using donor sperm need counselling?

How many sessions of counselling are needed?

What topics are covered in counselling?

What are the risks and benefits of using donor sperm?

What are the potential impacts of using donor sperm?

Why is it important that we read to young children about how different types of families are created?

Connect with Dr Melissa Oxlad:

Clinical and Health Psychologist

168 Angas St, Adelaide SA 5000

Email: [email protected]

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WE GO FOR OUR LAST DIVE INTO the book, Members Club A User’s Guide to the Penis by Dr Piet Hoebeke, a Urologist. WE GO BALLS DEEP with my good friend Alex Noddy Ballesteros. 

This is the 4th and final episode where Alex and I dissect the last 3 chapters of Dr Piet’s book all about the penis.

We discuss chapters on penile abnormalities, the disturbed relationship between man and his penis and looking after your genitals.

Some of the questions that come up include:

Is a bent penis normal?

Are straight penises at greater risk of penile fracture? Alex shares a hot tip for women riding a penis on top.

We discuss hypospadias – a common penile abnormality and causes of penile pain.

Period sex – do you do it?

Penile dysmorphic disorder- why nobody should tell a man to his face, he has a small penis (even if he really has one)

Masturbation – what about it?

Why do men have to adjust themselves all the time?

These podcasts are for everyone whether you have a penis or not. I learnt so much from both reading this book and navigating each of its chapters with the very open Alex Noddy Ballesteros.

I hope you enjoy our chat.

Connect with Alex Ballesteros:

Instagram: @bodybynoddy 

                  @bondi.beard.co

Website: bondibeardco.com

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WE DIVE INTO the book, Members Club A User’s Guide to the Penis by Dr Piet Hoebeke, a Urologist. WE GO BALLS DEEP with my good friend Alex Noddy Ballesteros. Over a series of 4 episodes, Alex and I have a few schlong conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book.

In this 3rd episode we go through chapters in the book covering sperm and men’s plumbing. We follow the passage of sperm from testicle to the vagina. The vagina is acidic. Why is that?

Semen can taste funky. Is there a good reason for this? Will pineapples change the taste?

What is the role of testosterone in sperm production? Why do testicles hang outside the body?

Can men ejaculate too much or too little? Is the force of ejaculation important?

Pre-cum – what is it? Can a woman get pregnant and catch STDs from this?

What is the importance of the pelvic floor in ejaculation? Is there an advantage to premature ejaculation? We discuss techniques to manage this common issue.

Is blood in semen a problem?

Should men actually sit to pee and not stand?

How do you avoid ‘nicotine undies’?

These podcasts are for everyone whether you have a penis or not. I learnt so much from both reading this book and navigating each of its chapters with the very open Alex Noddy Ballesteros.

I hope you enjoy our chat.

Connect with Alex Ballesteros:

Instagram: @bodybynoddy 

                  @bondi.beard.co

Website: bondibeardco.com

 

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In this episode, WE DIVE INTO the book, Members Club A User’s Guide to the Penis by Dr Piet Hoebeke, a Urologist. WE GO BALLS DEEP with my good friend Alex Noddy Ballesteros. Over a series of 4 episodes, Alex and I have a few schlong conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book.

In this 2nd episode we go through chapters in the book covering foreskin, circumcision, premature ejaculation and ways to manage it, pelvic floor exercises in men and how they can be useful, the penile microbiome and erections – why are erections vital to maintaining a healthy penis and what may losing a morning erection mean for a man’s health?

These podcasts are for everyone whether you have a penis or not. I learnt so much from both reading this book and navigating each of its chapters with Alex.

Connect with Alex Ballesteros:

Instagram: @bodybynoddy 

                  @bondi.beard.co

Website: bondibeardco.com

 

Connect with The Fanny Mechanic:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.drandreadis.com.au

Website: www.thefannymechanic.com

Instagram: dr_tash_the_fanny_mechanic

Facebook: Dr Tash

Facebook group: The Fanny Mechanic Podcast Group

Facebook: Dr Tash Book Club

 

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