The MediHerb Podcast

Simon Mills emphasises the importance of deepening our understanding of herbal medicine through direct organoleptic experience. He also discusses the complexity of systems and how this applies to holistic healthcare. He then dives into the ‘qualities of herbs’ attributes such as hot and cold and how to apply these qualities when prescribing herbs in clinic.

Bio: Author, teacher and herbal practitioner at Exeter in England, Simon Mills co-founded the worlds’ first University Complementary Health Study Unit, was a Special Advisor to the UK House Of Lords, coordinator of a Department of Health project pioneering elements of social prescription, and founded the first herbal masters program in the US. Simon is now the Herbal Strategist at Pukka Herbs, Self-Care Lead at the College of Medicine, Lead Writer at herbalreality.com and co-founded the Mills & Bone Academy with Professor Kerry Bone.

In this episode, Tabitha talks about environmental toxins and their influence on health and disease. She shares clinical approaches to reduce toxic burden and enhance resilience through lifestyle recommendations and herbal and nutritional foundations. She reminds us that while this topic may bring an element of fear, compassion, and empowerment are the way to optimal clinical outcomes. Empowered people make empowered choices.

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Bio: Tabitha McIntosh is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Founder and Director of Awaken Your Health in Sydney, with 15 years of experience in private clinical practice. Tabitha has a keen focus on educating and empowering her clients through a blend of Naturopathic Principles and contemporary research.

With a strong scientific academic background and experience as a health advocate, Tabitha uses Naturopathic, Nutritional, and Environmental Medicine to optimise health, fertility, and quality of life to support clients to reach their full potential.

Jenn discusses her garden at Bastyr University, naturopathic gardening, and how it can be likened to the systems of the human body. She also shares delicious recipe suggestions and the power of using herbs as food.

Bio: Dr. Jenn Dazey is a Co-Faculty Member in the Department of Botanical Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. As a Registered Herbalist, practicing Naturopathic Physician, and author, Jenn studies and teaches internationally with a particular passion for tropical and temperate folk medicine, with a specific focus on the medicinal properties of seaweeds and mushrooms. Jenn’s academic focus includes Botanical Fusion Medicine, connecting cultures through botanical medicine, culinary practices, hydrotherapy, environmental medicine, and conventional lifestyles.

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In this episode, Sue discusses effective communication strategies to empower and motivate patients to make positive changes to meet their health goals. She discusses the psychology behind habits and how to nurture compassion and understanding for patients as they navigate their health journey.

Bio: Sue Read is a Registered Psychologist and Founder and Director of Life Unlimited Psychology with over 18 years of experience in Clinical Practice. Sue is particularly passionate about providing support after trauma and chronic illness and preventing burnout in corporate environments, for athletes, military personnel as well as individual wellbeing. As a former Olympic athlete and goalkeeper for the Matildas, Sue has a great understanding of the importance of finding and maintaining motivation to prioritise our own health, despite high physical and mental demands.

David is passionate about supporting patients experiencing anxiety through herbal medicine. In this episode, he shares with us his clinical insights on how to differentiate between and select the most appropriate anxiolytic, nervine, or adaptogen herbs for your patient.

Bio: David Casteleijn is a Naturopath with over 30 years experience in Clinical Practice, as a lecturer, a member of the board for NHAA, and Vice President of the World Naturopathic Federation. David is also currently completing his PhD on the topic  ‘A Naturalistic Observation Study of the Herbal Medicine Treatment of Anxiety and Depression’.

In episode 1 of The MediHerb Podcast, we talk to Kerry Bone about the core concepts of Functional Herbal Therapy, which he describes as a bridge between traditional herbal medicine and functional medicine.

Kerry discusses how practitioners can apply the unique energetics of herbs with modern phytotherapy, and the importance of not using herbs as “green drugs”. He also discusses tips to support practitioners in prioritising and achieving focused treatment plans by following the 12 Core Strategies for the Functional Herbal Therapy guidelines. Specific recommendations for supporting heart, liver, and prostate tissue are also included.

Bio: Professor Kerry Bone. Kerry is the co-founder and innovation driver at MediHerb as the Director of Research & Development; practicing Herbalist and Naturopath with 38 years of experience; a lecturer in Australia and overseas; a prolific author with 7 published Herbal Medicine texts and over 40 scientific papers on herbal research including original research and Systematic Reviews.