Continuing our conversation with Pete Evans, a Paleo diet ambassador and one of the Australia’s leading chefs with international experience and credentials, we delve deeper into the health benefits of the Paleo diet.

In this episode of The Good Doctors, Pete provides a delicious and healthy paleo diet recipe example. Pete also discusses how the Paleo diet contributes significantly to the improvement of general health, body composition, and energy levels.

Listen in as we discuss the Paleo diet and shed some light on how the diet can work as a solution for modern health problems like diabetes, obesity, and heart diseases. You will also learn how eating a Paleo diet can stop you being sick, and start making you strong, energetic, and vibrant with health.

 

About Pete Evans

As one of Australia’s leading chefs and food personalities with amazing international experience and credentials, Pete is in the perfect position to promote his real passion – “The Paleo Way” is a 10 week weight loss and vibrant health online program which includes fitness tips, interviews with the leaders in mind body medicine as well as the tools for making the change and sustaining it using a simple program that the whole family can enjoy.

Now a health coach with qualifications gained from New York’s internationally recognised Institute of Integrative Nutrition, there’s no stopping Pete on his mission to revolutionise the way we eat and live.

In This Episode

01:33     Lifestyle changes in the Paleo diet

04:42     Secrets of a good bone broth

09:10     Effects of refined starchy carbohydrates

12:05     The best diet to be on

12:50     Research on other diets compared to Paleo

14:25     Grass-fed meat versus grain-fed meat

15:20     Sustainability of farmed animals

16:15     Seafood and omega 3

17: 30    Paleo diet and reduction of immunogenic food

19:10     Discussion recap

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93: Oral Health: Bad Breath | The Good Doctors

94: Doctor's Health | The Good Doctors

95: Mould Mites | The Good Doctors

96: GP Funding | The Good Doctors

What is the paleo diet? And why should you be interested in it?

A recent study showed that cigarettes and junk food were the most purchased products in Australia.  There are a number of diets out there but one that has recently gained a lot of media attention (especially recently) is the paleo diet. We have previously had Nora Gedgaudas on the show who has been referred to as the grandmother of the paleo movement. Today on The Good Doctors, we speak to Pete Evans who is one of the pioneers of the paleo movement in Australia.

 

Pete Evans is one of the Australia’s leading chefs with international experience and credentials. Pete talks to us about healthy fats and changes in our diet. Listen in as we discuss the health benefits of  following a Paleo diet.

 

About Pete Evans

As one of Australia’s leading chefs and food personalities with amazing international experience and credentials, Pete is in the perfect position to promote his real passion – “The Paleo Way” is a 10 week weight loss and vibrant health online program which includes fitness tips, interviews with the leaders in mind body medicine as well as the tools for making the change and sustaining it using a simple program that the whole family can enjoy.

Now a health coach with qualifications gained from New York’s internationally recognised Institute of Integrative Nutrition, there’s no stopping Pete on his mission to revolutionise the way we eat and live.

 

In This Episode

00:58     Basics of Paleo

01:40     Animal products in Paleo

02:20     Sources of unadulterated protein

04:56     Vegetable part of Paleo

06:20     Sources of good quality fats and fruits

07:50     Attack on the Paleo diet

10:00     Pete’s personal journey to Paleo

11:20     Disillusioned by vegan diet

13:50     What Palaeo diet reduces in the body

14:50     Deception of processed food

16.00     Discussion recap

Upcoming Episodes

92: Paleo: Paleo Well Done |Pete Evans

93: Oral Health: Bad Breath | The Good Doctors

94: Doctor's Health | The Good Doctors

95: GP Funding | The Good Doctors

In vitro fertilisation (IVF) which was once a mysterious procedure is a well known procedure today. But what is it? And how do you prepare your body for in vitro fertilisation?

Robert Norman, Professor for Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine at University of Adelaide, and sub-specialist in reproductive medicine (CREI) and in endocrine biochemistry (FRPCA) joins us on this show and shed some light on the scenario of IVF in Australia. In this episode, he will also discuss how the Australian government is funding Medicare to make In Vitro Fertilisation affordable for couples that have difficulty having children.

There are a number of considerations when deciding to have IVF. Listen in as we discuss

About Robert Norman

Robert Norman holds a personal chair as Professor for Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and is a subspecialist in reproductive medicine (CREI) and in endocrine biochemistry (FRCPA). He was Director of the Robinson Institute at the University of Adelaide from 2008 to 2013, a collection of 60 Research Leaders in reproductive health and regenerative medicine, with more than 450 members. He has been leader of two NHMRC Program Grants and has published over 420 peer-reviewed publications and one book. He has a score of 70 (Google Scholar) with more than 19,500 citations. He serves on the editorial board of major reproductive journals.

His major research contributions have been in IVF and reproductive endocrinology, particularly in PCOS, the effect of lifestyle on reproductive outcomes and periconception medicine. He is an active reproductive medicine specialist at FertilitySA and was formerly CEO of Repromed Pty Ltd. He currently serves on the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Research and Embryo licensing committees and was awarded an Order of Australia (AO) in 2013.

 

In This Episode

02:10     Percentages of births that occur with IVF and its affordability

03:23     Definition of IVF

05:30     Side effects of IVF

07:28     Success rates of IVF conceptions and pregnancies

08:40     Websites with information on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and IVF

10:30     Additional information on men’s health pre-IVF and through IVF

14:40     Overuse of IVF clinics

16:30     Discussion recap

Upcoming Episodes

91: Paleo: Paleo 101| Pete Evans

MTHFR or Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductas

In this episode of Healthy Bites we discuss MTHFR or Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductas. We talk about how MTHFR processes vitamin B9, which is also a folic acid and the cause for this mutation. We also talk about how the two common types of MTHFR genetic mutations, A1298C and C677T, are detected through a simple non-fasting blood draw which only needs to be ordered once in a lifetime.

Have you given thought to what your children consume every day? Do you know how junk and artificially coloured foods have severe impact on children’s behavioural patterns, learning and concentration? In this episode of The Good Doctors, we will discuss the health risks of artificial food colourings on children.

Joining with us on the show is Dr Debbie Fewtrell, specialist in the nutritional and biomedical treatment of children with allergies, immune, learning and behaviour problems. She has been working towards educating parents and professionals in Australasia to use biomedical approaches to improve the health and neurological function of children.

Listen in as we discuss more about the natural colorants versus artificial food colouring. Well, this episode also sheds light on the side effects of artificial food colouring on children, as well as adults.

Join in, as we talk about the dangerous health effects, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), which the food dyes may produce on children.

 

About Dr Debbie Fewtrell

Dr Debbie Fewtrell has an integrative medical practice specialising in the biomedical treatment of children with neurodevelopment disorders. Debbie is a member of the ACNEM teaching faculty and has a strong focus to inspire and educate in the use of integrative biomedical approaches.

 

 

 

Upcoming Episodes:

90: IVF: The Fertility Series (Part 3) | Professor Robert Norman

91: Paleo: Paleo 101| Pete Evans

Are you suffering from irregular periods? Do you have extra hair on your face and body? Are you losing or gaining weight drastically? Then, it is the high time to get an insight into the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) on our show.

Well, in this episode of The Good Doctors, we will delve deep into various aspects of PCOS – causes and treatment. The episode brings into fore some of the major difficulties that PCOS may cause, if left untreated.

Robert Norman, Professor for Reproductive and Preconceptual Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and specialist in reproductive medicine (CRI) and endocrine biochemistry (FRPCA) will shed light on how hormonal imbalance and genetics play a major role in causing PCOS.

Further in this show, we will discuss the role of the PCOS in causing fertility problem in women. Listen in as we discuss the treatment methods of PCOS that help regulate the menstrual cycle and lower blood glucose level in the body.

About Robert Norman

Robert Norman holds a personal chair as Professor for Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and is a subspecialist in reproductive medicine (CREI) and in endocrine biochemistry (FRCPA). He was Director of the Robinson Institute at the University of Adelaide from 2008 to 2013, a collection of 60 Research Leaders in reproductive health and regenerative medicine, with more than 450 members. He has been leader of two NHMRC Program Grants and has published over 420 peer-reviewed publications and one book. He has a score of 70 (Google Scholar) with more than 19,500 citations. He serves on the editorial board of major reproductive journals.

His major research contributions have been in IVF and reproductive endocrinology, particularly in PCOS, the effect of lifestyle on reproductive outcomes and periconception medicine. He is an active reproductive medicine specialist at FertilitySA and was formerly CEO of Repromed Pty Ltd. He currently serves on the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Research and Embryo licensing committees and was awarded an Order of Australia (AO) in 2013.

In This Episode

02:59     Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

04:55     Nutrient deficiencies

07:30     TOFI, which stands for thin on the outside, fat on the inside

10:17     Treat or manage this

13:23     Discussion Recap

Upcoming Episodes:

89: Artificial: Artificial Food Colourings | Dr Debbie Fewtrell

90: IVF: The Fertility Series (Part 3) | Professor Robert Norman

Pregnancy is an extremely exciting time. However it can also make some people feel anxious, especially with all the dos and don’ts for their babies health and their own health. In this episode of The Good Doctors we discuss the fertility period, factors that affect pregnancy and also throw light on preconception tips.

Joining us on the show is Robert Norman, Professor for Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine at the University Adelaide, and is subspecialist in reproductive medicine (CRI) in endocrine biochemistry (FRPCA). Robert Norman sheds some light on the effect of lifestyle on reproductive outcomes and periconception medicine. We will also discuss the causes of infertility in women and the need for nutrients like folic acid, zinc, iodine and iron during pregnancy. Listen in as we discuss more about effects of contraceptive pills and the role of ovulation in boosting fertility!

About Robert Norman

Robert Norman holds a personal chair as Professor for Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and is a subspecialist in reproductive medicine (CREI) and in endocrine biochemistry (FRCPA). He was Director of the Robinson Institute at the University of Adelaide from 2008 to 2013, a collection of 60 Research Leaders in reproductive health and regenerative medicine, with more than 450 members. He has been leader of two NHMRC Program Grants and has published over 420 peer-reviewed publications and one book. He has a score of 70 (Google Scholar) with more than 19,500 citations. He serves on the editorial board of major reproductive journals.

His major research contributions have been in IVF and reproductive endocrinology, particularly in PCOS, the effect of lifestyle on reproductive outcomes and periconception medicine. He is an active reproductive medicine specialist at FertilitySA and was formerly CEO of Repromed Pty Ltd. He currently serves on the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Research and Embryo licensing committees and was awarded an Order of Australia (AO) in 2013.

In This Episode

01:39     Infertility

05:53     Sperm Count

07:16     Optimal Time to have a child

08:48     Stress Factors

09:49     Ovulation

12:59     Contraception

15:03     Preconception Health Tips

17:12     Discussion Recap

Upcoming Episodes:

88: The Fertility Series (Part 2) Prof Robert Norman

89: Artificial: Artificial Food Colourings | Dr Debbie Fewtrell

90: IVF: The Fertility Series (Part 3) | Professor Robert Norman

Did you know that positive relationships with others, self-love and self-care promote good health?

In this episode of The Good Doctors, we will delve deep into various aspects of holistic medicine. The episode brings to the fore the methods of treating the patient as a whole person – body, mind, spirit and emotions - which in turn contributes to optimal health, happiness and wellbeing.

Joining us on this show is Dr Bernie Siegel, a retired Assistant Clinical Professor of General and Paediatric Surgery of Yale New Haven Hospital. Dr Bernie Siegel was honoured by the Watkins Review of London, England, as one of the Top 20 Spiritually Influential Living People on the Planet. Dr Bernie Siegel believes that love and support are the most powerful healers and that the individual is ultimately responsible for his own health and wellbeing.

On this show, Bernie also sheds some light on how doctors must treat their patients by considering them as individuals and not as carriers of diseases. All a patient needs is love and that’s how Bernie wants the world to view holistic medical approach.

Listen in as we discuss more about the pivotal role of the holistic medical approach in the treatment of the acute health problems.

About Dr Bernie Siegel

For many, Dr. Bernard Siegel—or Bernie, as he prefers to be called—needs no introduction. He has touched many lives all over the Planet. In 1978, he reached a national and then international audience when he began talking about patient empowerment and the choice to live fully and die in peace. As a physician who has cared for and counselled innumerable people whose mortality has been threatened by illness, Bernie embraces a philosophy of living and dying that stands at the forefront of the medical ethics and spiritual issues our Society grapples with today. In May 2011, Bernie was honored by the Watkins Review of London, England, as one of the Top 20 Spiritually Influential Living People on the Planet. He continues to break new ground in the field of healing, supporting changes in medical education to “humanize” medical practice.

His latest book, published in September 2011, is A BOOK OF MIRACLES—Inspiring True Stories of Healing, Gratitude, and Love

In This Episode

01:09     Introduction of guest speaker

04:15     Studies done on health parameters

07:00     The concept of treating human and not disease

08:00     Words used in holistic treatment

09:20     Patient experience

10:10     Being a holistic doctor

11:30     Specialised nature of medicine

12: 10    Holism of psychiatrists and psychologists

14:25     Drawings of student doctors

16:30     Current vs. past medical education models and medical systems

22:40     Effect of love on the medical systems

23:15     Role of authority figures in health

25:27     Discussion recap

Upcoming Episodes

86: Suppression of Dissent : Prof Brian Martin

87: Infertility: The Fertility Series (Part 1) Professor Robert Norman

88: PCOS: The Fertility Series (Part 2) | Professor Robert Norman

89: Artificial: Artificial Food Colourings | Dr Debbie Fewtrell

We know that stress is the combination of emotional, environmental, nutritional and postural factors. But did you know that dental complications can also lead to chronic stress?

In this episode of The Good Doctors, we will discuss how the holistic dentistry approach to the dental related issues can reduce the chronic tension headaches and other stress related problems.

It is believed that root canals may endanger systemic health of our body through the spread of trapped dental bacteria to the body. We will chat about other holistic dental topics and why Dr. Ron Ehrlich became a holistic dentist.

About Dr Ron Ehrlich

Dr. Ron Ehrlich graduated from Sydney University in 1978 and is the founder of the Sydney Holistic Dental Centre.

He has undertaken research at UNSW, written papers and articles, appeared on radio and TV, and is a contributing author in “Complimentary Therapies in Dentistry” (Nutrition Chapter).

He gained his fellowship in 1996 and is a board member of the Australasian College of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine (ACNEM). He is currently Chairman of their Advocacy Committee.

He is board member & co-founder of Nourishing Australia, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to informing, educating and inspiring people about the critical importance of healthy soils, nutrient-dense foods and sustainable farming,bringing together principles of holistic healthcare and holistic farm management for the health of people, communities and ultimately, our planet.

For over 30 years he has explored the many connections between oral health and general health, and the affect of stress on wellness. He has presented his courses, workshops, keynotes and lectures to health practitioners and the public in the UK and Australia.

In This Episode

01:20     New Concept on causes of Tensional Headaches

04:42     Effect of Stress

05:15     Started Exploration of ideas

06.46     Mercury Amalgam fillings

07:42     Change in dental Practice

09:20     Root Canal Treatment

11:45     “To Do” or “Not To Do” a Root Canal

15:40     Alternatives after Tooth Removal

18:17     Causes of Tensional Headaches

19:58     Sleep disordered breathing

21:38     Emotional Stress

24:05     Discussion recap

Upcoming Episodes

85: Love: All You Need Is Love | Dr Bernie Siegel

86: Dissent: The Suppression of Dissent | Prof. Brian Martin

87: Infertility: The Fertility Series (Part 1) Professor Robert Norman

88: PCOS: The Fertility Series (Part 2) | Professor Robert Norman

Most women go through Pre Menstrual Tension (PMT) or Pre-Menstrual Stress (PMS). Both PMT and PMS are one and the same. In this week's episode of The Good Doctors, we analyse the different factors which are responsible for PMS/PMT.

We will touch on how changes in your environment as well as your lifestyle can impact your menstrual cycle as well as aggravate your PMT. You will also get to know how stress affects reproductivity in women – a major reason for many couples opting for IVF these days. The show also discusses how changes in the physical environment have led to an early onset of menstruation among girls. From the age of 12-13 years, now the average menstrual cycle has come down to 8-9 years.

Listen in as we chat about how more than vitamin supplements, it is a proper diet which will help women have better and more balanced health and wellbeing. Which in turn will bring make Pre-Menstrual Stress or tension more subtle.

Join us, as we talk about other factors and solutions which will help address the problem of PMT!

In This Episode

00:50     Women’s Health

01:15     PMT

02:51     Is there an element of normality to the PMT cycle?

04:13     Environmental factors

05:40     Oestrogen Disrupting Chemicals

07:57     Poor nutrition

08:48     It’s about fertility

12:28     Magnesium

13:45     Elemental Zinc

14:03     B6

17:20     Essential fatty acids

18:28     Gamma linolenic acid

21:47     Exercise

Upcoming Episodes

84: Dr Ron Ehrlich: Why I Became a Holistic Dentist | Dr Ron Ehrlich

85: Love: All You Need Is Love | Dr Bernie Siegel

86: Dissent: The Suppression of Dissent | Prof. Brian Martin

87: Infertility: The Fertility Series (Part 1) Professor Robert Norman