Originally broadcast as a webinar on 6 August 2024, this podcast explores the function of the gut microbiome in IBS and IBD, the impact of microbial dysbiosis and the overlap between both conditions. It discusses how to classify and manage their symptoms and look at the latest scientific research that addresses specific probiotic strains to reduce and manage the severity of IBS symptoms and manage IBD remission. Probiotic research is emerging as a complementary approach to support remission, ...
Anne Pemberton is a functional medicine and nutrigenomics practitioner and trauma informed medical intuitive, and author of “Using nutrigenomics within personalised nutrition”. We talk about how the field of nutrigenomics has evolved in recent years, and how Anne has been at the forefront of setting out how to use DNA tests meaningfully in practice. Anne discuss epigenetics, neurotransmitters, methylation, leaky gut and brain cells, neurodiversity, energetics, trauma, and so much m...
Originally broadcast as a webinar on 27 April 2024, Orley explains how many of us know how stress may negatively affect the way we work, eat, sleep, think and feel. Yet few of us are aware of the profound impact that stress has on the whole female hormone cycle, from Puberty through to Menopause. By exploring the interconnectedness of all parts of the Endocrine system and its hormones, Orley illustrates how interactions within this system and its key hormones, allows us to adapt to stres...
We discuss the reasons why practitioners might be reluctant to embrace technology, and how it’s all becoming easier to use for everyone, and better supported. Damien from Power Diary explains some of the many benefits of automating certain aspects of running a business, and how it can open up more time and headspace. We also get into where we’re at with artificial intelligence, and how mobile phones have changed everything. This episode is sponsored by Power Diary. Start a free trial tod...
Dr. Deanna Minich is a certified functional medicine practitioner, nutrition scientist, educator and author, and joins us today to discuss phytochemicals and the importance of dietary diversity. Dr. Deanna tells us about her Seven Systems of Health, a colourful, useful and practical way of drawing together the science, psychology and spirituality of her work. We talk about chakras, Chinese medicine and Lakota traditions, about communication, family and nature. Then Dr. Deanna leads...
Originally broadcast as a webinar on 27 April 2024, Edward Dosz,PhD explains how bowel disorders, including conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Leaky Gut Syndrome, pose significant challenges to individuals’ gastrointestinal health and overall well-being. IBS is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits, while Leaky Gut involves increased intestinal permeability, potentially leading to systemic inflammation and various symptoms beyond the digesti...
In this episode, we tap into Damien from Power Diary's marketing and promotion know-how. So what works, what doesn’t, and why we’re so awkward and uncomfortable about it all, and do we have to get on TikTok?This episode is sponsored by Power Diary. Start a free trial today at www.powerdiary.com.--The IHCAN magazine Podcast is provided for professional education and debate and is not intended to be used by non-medically qualified individuals as a substitute for, or basis of, medical treatment.
Sarah Oboh is a Nutritionist, dedicated to promoting well-being through a focus on gut health. With a keen interest in functional medicine and a deep commitment to enhancing people’s lives, she decided to pursue a role at OptiBac, where she supports practitioners in their recommendation of probiotics in practice. In this episode, we focus on ADHD and autism, and Sarah shares what she has learnt from her research in this area, particularly in relation to the gut microbiota. She explains how im...
In this episode, Damien Adler shares some great psychology tips that are useful to all practitioners. We talk about how to be empathetic and supportive while keeping healthy boundaries in place. We also discuss work-life balance and other kinds of boundaries. Plus how we can create and make best use of a supportive network of practitioners.This episode is sponsored by Power Diary. Start a free trial today at www.powerdiary.com.--The IHCAN magazine Podcast is provided for professional educatio...
In this episode Marta Anhelush from BioCare joins Kirsten to speak about the pain of mental illness. They discuss the current epidemic of mental health problems and the stigma that still surrounds this, alongside the limitations of our healthcare system, and the lack of education on how diet and lifestyle can support mental health. Marta shares some of the ways she supports mental health issues as a nutritional therapist, with a particular focus on finding purpose in life.This podcast is spon...
Lissa Leader is a nutritional therapist, and has her own company – Nutrileader – and also works for Optibac, so is well placed to speak about the microbiome and healthy ageing. Lissa explains how the gut microbiome keeps changing from birth all the way through childhood and adulthood, and how this can affect a broad range of conditions, including: allergies, digestive health, bone and muscle strength, “inflammaging” and neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’...
This week microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, Ph.D tells us why he’s so microbiome obsessed, particularly when it comes to brain and cognitive health. We talk about neurotransmitters and inflammation, anxiety and depression, cognitive dysfunction and Alzheimer’s. And then how to take what we know so far about the microbiome and how we can support it practically and holistically.“Part of building resilience is building a healthy diversified microbiome because it's your microbiome that provides your...
Katie Sheen is a mindfulness teacher and speaker, a nutritional therapist, and has a Masters degree in education. She shares her experiences using mindfulness with nutrition clients – how mindfulness can help with making nutritional changes, and how nutritional support can help with being more settled and mindful. “It’s a fascinating two-way street we can offer people” Katie also shares how mindfulness and self-compassion helped her deal with her own cancer diagnosis, treatment and recov...
Sally Duffin is a registered nutritionist and nutritional therapy practitioner and writer, and author of “Natural Nutrition for Perimenopause: What to eat to feel good and stay sane”.In this episode we focus on post menopausal health risks such as cardiovascular health, dementia and bone strength, and Sally shares how we can mitigate some of those risks with lifestyle and nutrition. This brings up topics of gender inequality in healthcare, the role of HRT, and the amount of research that stil...
Patricia Daly is a nutritional therapist and ketogenic diet expert, specialising in cancer. Most of us have come across at least the basics of the ketogenic diet, but Patricia is able to provide updates and insights that add new layers to its application. Her own experience in both following and supporting people with the ketogenic diet is invaluable, alongside her collaborations with like-minded health professionals.Patricia explains about ketones and metabolic flexibility, the potential ben...
Are you a nutritional therapist or nutrition professional - you'll love the new IHCAN magazine Podcast.Presented by the wonderful nutritional therapist Kirsten Chick, we bring you IHCAN content you know and love in easily digestible 45 minute episodes, perfect to listen to on a commute, a dog walk, while cooking or in-between clients 🎧.In this episode we speak to Debbie Cotton.Debbie is an impressive combination of naturopath and integrative psychotherapist, and so is well placed to talk with...
Are you a nutritional therapist or nutrition professional - you'll love the new IHCAN magazine Podcast.Presented by the wonderful nutritional therapist Kirsten Chick, we'll bring you IHCAN content you know and love in easily digestible 45 minute episodes, perfect to listen to on a commute, a dog walk, while cooking or in-between clients 🎧.Dr. Tom O’Bryan has been educating us about the potential dangers of wheat and gluten for many years, and how eating wheat could potentially develop into au...
Alex Manos is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, tutor and mentor, and in this episode we focus on circadian rhythms and health, with a big focus on gut health.We start off talking about SIBO, dental health, methane, the Cell Danger Response, and how our bodies are “just so much smarter than we are”. Then we get to light and circadian rhythms, and how important that timing is for digestion. Alex talks about red light therapy, the influence of the shifting spectrum of natural light during eac...
Are you a nutritional therapist or nutrition professional - you'll love the new IHCAN magazine Podcast.Presented by the wonderful nutritional therapist Kirsten Chick, we'll bring you IHCAN content you know and love in easily digestible 45 minute episodes, perfect to listen to on a commute, a dog walk, while cooking or in-between clients 🎧.In this episode we speak to Jo Gamble.Jo Gamble was the first Functional Medicine Practitioner in the UK, and she specialises in working with people with ca...
Are you a nutritional therapist or nutrition professional - you'll love the new IHCAN magazine Podcast.Presented by the wonderful nutritional therapist Kirsten Chick, we'll bring you IHCAN content you know and love in easily digestible 45 minute episodes, perfect to listen to on a commute, a dog walk, while cooking or in-between clients.In this episode we speak to Dr Cheryl Burdette.Dr Cheryl Burdette is a naturopathic doctor and educator, and co-founder of the Precision Point Diagnostics lab...