Tag: microbiome

TWIW 86: Household chemicals alter microbiome

This Week In Wellness common household chemicals may alter the gut microbiome. This study measured the levels of semi-organic compounds found in detergents, plastics, soaps, shampoos, hair sprays and stain and water repellent fabrics in the blood and urine of 69 toddlers and preschoolers and then examined their gut microbiome using fecal samples. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/11/201112080906.htm https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.estlett.0c00776

WWR 184: The GAPS Diet with Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride

Have you heard of the Gut and Psychology Syndrome diet or GAPS diet? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we interview Neurologist and nutrition expert Dr Natasha Campbell-Mcbride. Dr Natasha is the best-selling author and creator of the Gut And Psychology Syndrome, Natural Treatment Of Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Depression And Schizophrenia where she explores the… Continue reading WWR 184: The GAPS Diet with Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride

TWIW 70: Bio-diversity linked to respiratory health

This Week In Wellness creating bio-diverse green spaces can help to “re-wild the microbiome” of our environment and as a result improve human health. A research team led by the University of Adelaide published a study in Restoration Ecology compared carrying levels of green space diversity from lawns to re vegetated woodlands has shown that… Continue reading TWIW 70: Bio-diversity linked to respiratory health

AQJ 154: How Kefir & Cultured Foods Can Help With Weight Loss & Mental Health – with Kriben Govender

Kriben Govender, Food Scientist, Registered Nutritionist and founder of Nourishme Organics, says kefir changed his life. Kriben’s story began 8 years ago, when crippled with anxiety and depression, overweight, and lacking energy, he was told by his psychiatrist that antidepressants were the only option. But being a Food Scientist, he began to look at alternative… Continue reading AQJ 154: How Kefir & Cultured Foods Can Help With Weight Loss & Mental Health – with Kriben Govender

RFR 265: The Microbiome Beyond Food with Dr Damian Kristof

In today’s episode of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Dr Damian Kristof to explore the microbiome, beyond the food that you eat. We explore the intricate link between digestion and the nervous system, the significance of sympathetic dominance and the impact that our modern day lifestyle may have on our microbiome. We… Continue reading RFR 265: The Microbiome Beyond Food with Dr Damian Kristof

TWIW 42: Man’s best friend linked to brain health

This Week In Wellness a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests that kids exposed to dogs prior to the age of 12 were significantly less likely (as much as 24%) to develop schizophrenia later in life. Robert Yolken, M.D., chair of the Stanley Division of Pediatric Neurovirology and professor of neurovirology in pediatrics at the… Continue reading TWIW 42: Man’s best friend linked to brain health

RFR 252: Myth-Busting, Functional Nutriton and the Microbiome with Cyndi O’Meara

In episode 252 The Real Food Reel, we are joined by Cyndi O’Meara, nutritionist, best-selling author, international speaker and founder of Changing Habits. In today’s episode Cyndi and I explore lignans, and plants more specifically and what has happened to our tolerance levels following the increased use of antibiotics and herbicides and therefore, a disrupted microbiome.… Continue reading RFR 252: Myth-Busting, Functional Nutriton and the Microbiome with Cyndi O’Meara

WWR 158: The Vaginal Microbiome

We know how important the gut microbiota is but did you know that the vagina also has its own microbial community? The makeup of these microbes maintains proper vaginal health which can have huge implications for STIs, infections, bacterial vaginosis and even fertility potential. Tune into this super fun and nerdy episode of Wellness Women… Continue reading WWR 158: The Vaginal Microbiome

WWR 156: What Your Poo Says About You

Have you ever wondered what it means if your poo floats? What about the colour of it? Does it matter? Your poo or stool colour and consistency is important and reveals a lot about your gastrointestinal health. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh decipher what every bowel movement means… Continue reading WWR 156: What Your Poo Says About You

RFR 248: Understanding Your Microbiome with Microba’s Dr Alena Pribyl

In episode 248 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Senior Scientist and Research Officer with biotech company Microba, Dr Alena Pribyl. In today’s episode, we explore microbiome testing technology, how it has evolved over the years and what makes shotgun metagenomic sequencing so remarkable. You will learn how one smear sample can… Continue reading RFR 248: Understanding Your Microbiome with Microba’s Dr Alena Pribyl