The Co-Creating Wellness Podcast

This month, we're joined by none other than Benjamin Berry (or more fondly known as @your.mate.benny on Instagram), a breathwork and cold exposure practitioner trained in the Wim Hof method, and co-founder of Sol House. In this episode, Benny shares his journey from a career in emergency services to becoming a breathwork facilitator, driven by personal experiences with chronic pain and the transformative power of breathwork. He chats to us about how breathwork can be tailored to manage stress, anxiety and performance, the physiological and psychological benefits of cold exposure, and about the ten elements of circadian living and the importance of aligning daily activities with natural rhythms.  For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Our guest this month is Erin Lovell Verinder⁠, an Australian trained Herbalist, Nutritionist and Author of two well loved plant medicine titles, Plants for the People and The Plant Clinic.In this enlightening episode, join Gabe and Erin as they delve into the intricacies of modern-day burnout and the journey to restoring vitality through the power of herbal medicine. Erin shares about her personal experiences with burnout, the common symptoms, self-awareness around understanding one's limits, the role of herbal medicine in supporting the nervous system, and how her desire to help others restore balance and energy in their lives led to the birth of our newly launched Iron-Rich Tonic+.Erin also touches on what self-care looks like for practitioners, from setting boundaries to crafting a practice that supports one's energy and lifestyle.

In this episode, we have with us Naomi Henderson, a skin health expert and owner of Fleur, a skin and wellness clinic in Perth. Naomi shares with us her fascinating journey from being a beauty therapist to her focus on holistic skin health, including a personal health crisis that she recovered from with the help of naturopathy. She delves into the importance of addressing the root causes of skin issues, including the impact of chronic stress on skin health, the role of diet and lifestyle in managing skin conditions, and the importance of hydration. This is an episode packed full of practical advice on how you can improve your skin health through simple lifestyle changes and personalised care - a great listen whether you're dealing with acne, rosacea, or just looking to achieve radiant, healthy skin naturally. For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit ⁠https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

In this enlightening episode of the Co-Creating Wellness podcast, we welcome acclaimed author, meditation teacher, and wellness advocate Caitlin Cady. Known for her relatable and playful approach, Caitlin shares her transformative journey from a high-achieving, type-A personality to a meditation teacher, particularly as meditation played a crucial role in her recovery from chronic Lyme disease.Dive into their conversation as they explore the profound impact of meditation on health, the importance of balancing energetic qualities, and practical advice for integrating meditation into daily life. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or just starting out, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and actionable techniques. Plus, discover how to introduce mindfulness practices to children and get an exclusive discount on Caitlin's meditation app, Heavily Meditated!For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

In this episode, we sit down with Ayurvedic health coach, counsellor, yoga teacher and cookbook author Jody Vassallo to explore the transformative power of Ayurveda in modern life. This is a fresh, modern perspective on peri-menopause and menopause and the application of proven Ayurvedic principles to this often challenging rite of passage. In this episode, Jody shares her perspectives on the Ayurvedic view of menopause in a woman's life (and in Jody's life specifically), and how she's seeking to reframe her menopause as an opportunity for personal growth rather than something that needs to be 'fixed'. Jody also discusses how these ancient Ayurvedic principles can be adapted to address contemporary challenges, as well as how they can support women during a menopausal transition.For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Our guest in this episode is clinical naturopath, herbalist, nutritionist and founder of Kiyah Wellness, Lauren Jane. In this episode, Lauren and Gabe explore the connection between digestion and women's hormonal cycles at different life stages such as menstruation, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause. She also provides practical steps to improve gut health, from easy dietary swaps to stress management techniques, sharing her very positive personal experience with abdominal massage and its impact on releasing stored trauma. In this episode, Lauren and Gabe explore the connection between digestion and women's hormonal cycles at different life stages such as menstruation, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause, and chat about tips for improving gut health, from simple adjustments to lifestyle habits to stress management techniques. Lauren also shares a fascinating personal experience with Chi Nei Tsang (abdominal massage) and the impact it had on releasing stored trauma which is not to be missed!

Meet Amelia Kruse, a Conscious Leadership Coach who has spent the last seven years building the self-leadership and collective leadership powers of hundreds of creative executives, professionals and entrepreneurs. With an intuitive and expansive style that focuses on developing aware, integrated and powerful individuals who can experiment and take action towards meaningful impact, Amelia helps her clients unlock their innate strengths, tap into their underlying vision, values and motivations, and build the courage, resilience and creativity to become grounded in themselves. In our latest episode of the Co-Creating Wellness Podcast, Amelia chats with Gabe about how self-awareness can guide us towards a more fulfilling life, managing stress and emotions effectively, the concept of authenticity, reframing the definition of success and how conscious coaching can help to surpass one's true potential. For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

The question I get asked all the time is, "I can't seem to get on top of my stress. What can I do?" In this solo episode, I explain the difference between acute and chronic stress and discuss the science-based protocols that help us prevent long-term stress and burnout. I talk about the tools I personally use to manage my stress levels, from the type of meditation I do daily, to the amount of protein we need, to the specific vitamins, herbs and supplements I take. At the end of this episode, you'll have that same toolkit to help you reduce stress and improve your wellbeing.

In Ayurveda, ritucharya or seasonal routines are one of the key principles in the maintenance of good health. Every season has its own set of principles and practices that relate to the seasonal characteristics of that particular time of year, and to practice ritucharya is to understand how the seasons affect the energetic forces - known as doshas in Ayurveda - of our bodymind. In this last episode of the Ritucharya Series, Gabe chats with Organic India's Sarada Martin about the tools and lifestyle habits we can engage to thrive through the winter season. This episode covers: The doshas related to winter Gabe and Sarada's "hacks" and perspectives for thriving in winter Why sleep is crucial especially during this season The relationship between abhyanga (self-massage) and sleep Evening wind-down routines The role of more vigorous exercise How to tailor your yoga practice Best cooking styles, food and beverages for the colder seasons And more! Sarada (Sally Martin) graduated as a Naturopath and Western Medical Herbalist from the Australian College of Natural Medicine (ACNM) in 2004 and, as a qualified Yoga Instructor with a business degree, has worked with the social and ethical enterprise, and now certified B Corporation, ⁠ORGANIC INDIA⁠ for over 12 years. Sarada has spent many years working closely with, and as an ambassador for, Ayurveda’s Queen of Herbs Tulsi, (Holy Basil), and espouses the profound relevance of this incredible ancient herb in tea form for the modern world. From an early age Sarada has walked values-driven paths and continues to be purposeful and passionate about planetary wellness which includes conscious business. For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Ema Taylor is a degree qualified naturopath, clinical nutritionist, certified fertility awareness educator and the founder of OVIENE - an online reproductive healthcare platform and the natural beauty columnist for Wellbeing magazine. She is also the mother to a 3 year old girl and a newborn baby boy. Her journey started after years of experimenting with contraceptive methods without proper education, which resulted in an array of emotional, reproductive and endocrine health implications that took years for her to rebalance. She began to seek answers, leading her down the path of naturopathy, nutrition and herbal medicine. Ema has now worked in the health and wellness industry for 10 years and specialises in reproductive healthcare and fertility. She supports couples all over the world to take back control of their health, optimise their fertility and conceive, many against all odds, through her patient centered and holistic care that draws upon traditional evidence based medicine and scientific research. In this episode, Ema chats with Gabe about: The importance of body awareness and self literacy in understanding our hormones  Why she thinks there is a need for reframing sex education in schools The fertility awareness method Cycle syncing and how women can use it as a source of empowerment Best cycling syncing apps  The link between nervous system and hormonal health, especially fertility Why conditions like endometriosis and PCOS are becoming more common and how to support yourself through it Her seven pillars of fertility Best herbs and supplements for fertility  And much more! For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Ananda Mahony is a naturopath with a special interest in working with people who are struggling with chronic, ongoing pain that's caused by a wide range of conditions such as neuropathy, endometriosis, migraine, IBS and fibromyalgia, autoimmune or injury-related pain amongst others. Feeling frustrated by the number of patients she saw getting recommended isolated pain management strategies and treatments, Ananda set out to provide a much more holistic approach to pain management. This month, Ananda talks to us about the mechanisms that drive chronic pain, how pain is more than an issue in the tissues or a perception in the brain and we focus especially on the role our neuro-endocrine-immune "super systems" play in chronic pain. In this episode, Ananda and Gabe chat about: The common misconceptions about pain and its management Differences between acute and chronic pain How the body's natural pain response works How the neuro-endocrine-immune super system works in chronic pain Increasing our capacity to adapt The relationship between chronic pain and trauma The negative triad of pain, sleep and mood The role of sense making, stress, sleep, movement, social engagement and diet in pain management For links and resources we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Liv Kaplan is a holistic nutritionist (BSc), recipe creator and self-proclaimed healthy chef who you may know as the creator of beautifully plated, mouthwatering yet healthy recipes that are refined sugar-free and focus on real, whole food. Liv has a particular interest in how what we are eating affects our minds and moods, and measures success by how happy and well we feel. Even as a young teenager - before Instagram was invented and wellness influencers became prevalent - she was often found making herself a green smoothie in her kitchen! In this episode, Liv chats to Gabe about: How she got into health, wellness and nutrition  Her approach to fat and calories Whether "calories in, calories out" is all that matters Her protocol for someone looking to improve body composition Her philosophy on food and how to eat as closely to nature as possible Why she went sugar-free and her preferred sugar alternatives Whether we actually need carbohydrates in our diets How to manage cravings The problem with vegetable and seed oils The truth about the health food aisle in supermarkets Her fundamentals of eating well  Her anti-goal setting process  And much more! For links we mention in this episode, visit https://orahealth.com.au/blogs/the-cocreating-wellness-podcast 

Meet Lottie Dalziel, a journalist, podcaster, NSW Young Australian of the Year of 2023, the founder of Banish, an education platform that helps Australians reduce their waste, as well as the Banish Recycling and Disposal initiative (BRAD). Needless to say, Lottie has fast become the leading voice for sustainability in Australia. Since founding her B-Corp, eco-friendly business Banish in 2018, Lottie has set out on her mission to educate Australians on how to live to ensure a more sustainable future. She also leads the Banish Recycling and Disposal (BRAD) program, which has recycled over 15 tonnes of hard-to-recycle items, such as blister packs, plastic lids, toothpaste tubes and coffee pods. In this inspiring episode, Lottie and Gabe chat about: What inspired her sustainability mission About Banish and the Banish Recycling and Disposal initiative What to do if you’re suffering from climate anxiety How to overcome the challenges when trying to live sustainably  The relationship between sustainability and personal health  The highest impact initiatives that we as individuals can do for the planet How to take your sustainability journey to the next level The 9 Rs And much more!

In Ayurveda, ritucharya or seasonal routines are one of the key principles in the maintenance of good health. Every season has its own set of principles and practices that relate to the seasonal characteristics of that particular time of year, and to practice ritucharya is to understand how the seasons affect the energetic forces - known as doshas in Ayurveda - of our bodymind. As we move into Autumn this month, Gabe and Sarada Martin of Organic India chat about how we can get ourselves ready for the change in seasons, from a physiological, behavioural, emotional and psychological perspective. This episode covers Ayurvedic grounding practices for Autumn such as how to balance vata, diet and nutrition tips to nourish our bodies as the temperatures begin to drop, the best herbs and supplements for Autumn, grounding yoga poses - and more! Sarada (Sally Martin) graduated as a Naturopath and Western Medical Herbalist from the Australian College of Natural Medicine (ACNM) in 2004 and, as a qualified Yoga Instructor with a business degree, has worked with the social and ethical enterprise, and now certified B Corporation, ⁠ORGANIC INDIA⁠ for over 12 years. Sarada has spent many years working closely with, and as an ambassador for, Ayurveda’s Queen of Herbs Tulsi, (Holy Basil), and espouses the profound relevance of this incredible ancient herb in tea form for the modern world. From an early age Sarada has walked values-driven paths and continues to be purposeful and passionate about planetary wellness which includes conscious business. ⁠Disclaimer

In this month's episode, we have with us Remi Odisho, an Integrative Medicine Naturopath from Melbourne Integrative Oncology Group talking to us about the big C word... not Covid, but cancer. With a background in biomedical sciences, western herbal medicine and ongoing studies in Chinese Medicine, Remi brings a truly unique perspective to the field of integrative oncology where he combines the best of multiple disciplines to treat and care for the whole person. This month's episode with Remi is full of very practical strategies for preventing cancer as well as evidence-based approaches to supporting the cancer treatment journey. This episode covers: The role integrative oncology plays alongside conventional treatments Whether cancer is a genetic disease or a lifestyle disease What current science is saying about the causes of cancer The role of dysregulated metabolism, detoxification capacity, gut health, mental health and mitochondrial health in causing cancer The key factors in reducing the risk of cancer: exercise, stress management, sleep and reducing alcohol Disclaimer

Jason Grant is nothing if not inspiring. He is an Interior Stylist, Creative Director, Author, Designer and Stylist for big brands, books, magazines, stores and restaurants around Australia, but we know him best as the creative genius behind many of the refurbished motels we've stayed at in the Byron Bay area, such as the Blue Water Motel. Jason is also the author of several bestselling books, including his new book, Force of Nature. Jason is most certainly a big name in the world of design, but in this conversation you'll get a strong sense of his down-to-earth personality and ultra calm and cool presence. In this unique episode, Gabe nerds out with Jason about their shared love for Star Wars, but also chat about the role of positivity, optimism and gratitude in Jason's work and life, his approach to manifesting, what health and wellbeing means to him and of course, his new self-published book Force of Nature.

Behind the boutique Australian natural beauty brand Ere Perez  is Ere herself – a vivacious yet down-to-earth entrepreneur with a passion for clean, sustainable skincare. If you met Ere, you'd get a sense of something very special about her — perhaps it is the mystical influence of her Latin heritage. A childhood spent in Mexico with a traditional medicine man grandfather and a mother’s flair for home remedies and beauty recipes made Ere curious about nature and healing. Ere obtained a bachelor in nutrition and certification in naturopathy, Bach flowers and acupuncture, and emigrated to Australia with her rich cultural heritage and dreamed of her own natural beauty line. In 2002, her dream was realised and Ere Perez Natural Cosmetics was born in Bondi Beach, Sydney. In this very special episode, Gabe and Ere chat about how her Mexican heritage and unique upbringing has influenced the way she lives, her personal philosophy on home remedies, inclusive beauty and the evolution in the definition of beauty, what it means to be ethical and sustainable in the beauty industry - and so much more.

In Ayurveda, ritucharya or seasonal routines are one of the key principles in the maintenance of good health. Every season has its own set of principles and practices that relate to the seasonal characteristics of that particular time of year, and to practice ritucharya is to understand how the seasons affect the energetic forces - known as doshas in Ayurveda - of our bodymind. In this episode, Gabe is joined by Sarada Martin from the well-known tea brand, Organic India, who shares what Ayurveda and Naturopathy teach us about the impact the shift in season has on our body types and our different constitutions, as well as how to thrive this summer, whether physiologically, mentally or emotionally. This episode covers: What is ritucharya?  The link between doshas and the seasons Best foods for summer and eating with your digestive fire How to truly hydrate The digestive impact of dehydration The power of adaptogens like Tulsi in summer Getting enough greens in your diet and the role of greens powder Yoga for summer How to integrate the principles of Ayurveda into a modern lifestyle Sarada (Sally Martin) graduated as a Naturopath and Western Medical Herbalist from the Australian College of Natural Medicine (ACNM) in 2004 and, as a qualified Yoga Instructor with a business degree, has worked with the social and ethical enterprise, and now certified B Corporation, ORGANIC INDIA for over 12 years. Sarada has spent many years working closely with, and as an ambassador for, Ayurveda’s Queen of Herbs Tulsi, (Holy Basil), and espouses the profound relevance of this incredible ancient herb in tea form for the modern world. From an early age Sarada has walked values-driven paths and continues to be purposeful and passionate about planetary wellness which includes conscious business.

It's been more than three years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but millions of people are still suffering from symptoms of long COVID. In many, these symptoms are still present months after being infected, and research now tells us that they can even come and go for a number of years. While COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, it has a wide-ranging impact on the entire body, including causing neuro-inflammation, digestive issues and extreme fatigue. This month, we speak to well-known Naturopath and Homoeopath Daniel Baden to help us understand long COVID and what can be done to help manage symptoms. In this episode, Daniel chats with Gabe about:  What long COVID really means Causes of long COVID The role of spike proteins in long-term symptoms The wide-ranging symptoms of long COVID Why both the virus and the vaccine can contribute to long COVID symptoms Managing long COVID symptoms using diet, nutrients and herbs The link to mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) The importance of healing the gut and reducing stress as part of long COVID recovery And much more. Daniel Baden is a well-known Naturopath and Homoeopath within the Australian and international natural medicine industry and community. Daniel is a trusted voice within the Australian and international natural medicine industry and community. He is a rare combination of being very successful in clinical practice and an astute business person, having started his journey as a clinician, then going on to establish several well-known brands - Traditional Medicine Supplies, Phytocare, Optimal Rx and BioMedica Nutraceuticals. Daniel is also a highly experienced presenter - his extensive experience and interest in ongoing practitioner education, ensures his seminars are an empowering and worthwhile experience for all attendees. His focus has always been on embracing the principles of holism in everyday practice.

Montana is an environmental engineer, artist, activist, devoted mother, and founder of Bluem, an Australian natural skincare brand committed to re-wilding the beauty industry to heal the people and the planet. Launched in 2020, Bluem's profit-for-purpose model combats climate change and fosters a connection with nature, inspiring change among Montana's 250,000+ conscious community.  Montana's diverse journey, from environmental engineering to international modeling, has been enriched by her global explorations, exposing the realities of foreign trade and the dark side of the beauty industry. These experiences have shaped Bluem's essence, redefining the narratives of beauty and paving the way for truly sustainable skincare.  Montana envisions Bluem evolving beyond skincare, offering sustainable self-care for everyday needs that are long term healing solutions, uniting self-worth and the well-being of our planet in harmonious synergy. In this episode, Montana and Gabe chat about:  The connection between the rebirth of Bluem and her personal evolution The importance of generational healing and what it means to her How her unique upbringing sparked curiosity and inspired her to dream bigger How she embodies her feminine energy while honouring the masculine especially as a leader in business and life The nexus between intuitive awareness and the energetics of nature Empowering indigenous communities through her business The dark side of the beauty industry and the reductionist approach towards natural medicine And much more!