Health, Happiness & Human Kind

RFR 199: Combating Candida with Kirsty Wirth

In Episode 199 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by our “Gut Guru”, Kirsty Wirth to teach you how to combat candida. We explore the commensal nature of candida, what happens when an imbalance occurs and the common but varied symptoms associated with an overgrowth. You will learn how to accurately determine your current levels of candida and the dietary and herbal treatment protocols that naturally rebalance a candida overgrowth. Let’s dive in.
Follow Kirsty online: https://www.kulturedwellness.com
Facebook: /kulturedwellness
Instagram: @kulturedwellness
Grab your copy of Gutalicious here: https://kulturedwellness.com/products/gutalicious-preorder
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RFR 198: Genetics, Evolution & Our Food Preferences with Dr Damian Kristof

In Episode 198 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by wellness rock star, Dr Damian Kristof. In today’s episode we explore the impact of genetics and evolution on our food preferences and intolerances. We dive into celiac disease and gluten intolerance, hay fever and beneficial probiotic strains, Damo’s thoughts on blood typing and so much more.
Follow Damian online:https://damiankristof.com
Facebook: /DamianKristof
Instagram: @ damiankristof
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RFR 197: SAD v LCHF with Steph Lowe

In Episode 197 of The Real Food Reel Food we share with you an episode from The Chief Life podcast, where I was interviewed on the Standard Australian Diet (SAD) versus a Low Carb Healthy Fat (LCHF) approach. You will learn how standard diets impact our gut and long-term health, and why a personalized version of LCHF can suit almost everyone. We also discuss common LCHF mistakes, including what becoming carb-phobic can do to your microbiome. I hope you enjoying hearing me on the other side of the microphone this week.
To book a consultation with Steph and the team at TNN or to find out more about The Natural Nutritionist or LCHF Endurance, visit: www.thenaturalnutritionist.com.au.
Follow TNN online:  
Facebook – The Natural Nutritionist  
Instagram – @thenaturalnutritionist
Twitter – @natnutritionist
Contact TNN here – https://thenaturalnutritionist.com.au/contact/
Purchase your copy of Low Carb, Healthy Fat Nutrition here.
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RFR 196: The Social Rebellion with Maz Compton

In Episode 196 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Maz Compton, one of Australia’s foremost radio personalities and entertainment reporters. Maz joins the show to share with us her latest project, The Social Rebellion. The Social Rebellion is a movement that will empower you to become aware of your own choices, assess your relationship with alcohol and make a positive change. Let’s dive straight in.
Follow Maz online:
https://mazcompton.net
https://www.thesocialrebellion.com
Instagram: @thesocialrebellion
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RFR 195: Gut Health Q&A with Kirsty Wirth – Part 1

In Episode 195 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by our regular guest, Kirsty Wirth, for our very first gut health Q&A. In today’s episode you will learn about food behaviours and the impact of early life and our previous food choices on our gut health of today. We explore inflammation, the impact of dairy on the gut, food intolerances, how to treat chronic reflux, the importance of resistant starch and so much more.
Follow Kirsty online: https://www.kulturedwellness.com
Facebook:/kulturedwellness
Instagram: @kulturedwellness
Grab your copy of Gutalicious here: https://kulturedwellness.com/products/gutalicious-preorder
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RFR 194: Health, Hormones & Burning Fat with Dr Libby Weaver

In episode 194 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Dr. Libby Weaver, one of Australasia’s leading nutritional biochemists; who is also an author, speaker and founder of the plant-based supplement range, Bio Blends. Dr. Libby empowers and inspires us to take charge of our health and happiness through her books, live events and nutritional support range.
In today’s episode you will learn all about Dr. Libby’s three pillar approach – the biochemical, the nutritional and the emotional. We discuss the impact of stress and societal pressures and what Dr. Libby refers to as “Rushing Woman’s Syndrome’. We then take a deep dive into hormones, stress, fat burning and so much more. Dr. Libby is an absolute wealth of knowledge and I just know you’re going to love today’s show and feel inspired and motivated to improve your health and daily choices.
Follow Dr. Libby online:
– Facebook: Dr Libby Live
– Instagram: Dr Libby 
– Twitter: Dr Libby Live
Check out Dr. Libby’s books here: https://www.drlibby.com/shop/
Learn more Dr. Libby’s Weight Loss for Women online course here: https://www.drlibby.com/courses/
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RFR 193: Why Fasting is Not a Dirty Word

In today’s episode of The Real Food Reel we explore intermittent fasting and teach you why fasting is not a dirty word.  You will learn the health benefits of fasting, including blood sugar control, digestive ease and fat loss, as well as the amazing anti-aging and longevity benefits that even a fasting mimicking diet can facilitate. We discuss how to set up your meal-to-meal windows and the process to follow to qualify for extended versions of IF, including the very popular 16:8 protocol. We explore the research but also teach you how to personalise fasting and avoid some of the potential pitfalls of a poorly implemented fasting protocol.
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– Facebook: The Natural Nutritionist
– Instagram: @thenaturalnutritionist
– Twitter: @natnutritionist
Contact TNN here: https://thenaturalnutritionist.com.au/contact/
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RFR 192: From Pain to Power with Kat John

In Episode 192 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Kat John. Kat is one of the most positive and inspirational people I know, but it hasn’t always been that way. Through sharing her personal story from pain to power you will learn that you are not your thoughts and that you don’t have to attach to your darkness, but learn to tune into a different frequency. I guarantee this episode will leave you ready to take action and create a life that you are excited to live.
Follow Kat online: http://www.katjohn.com.au
Get involved with The Tribe – Kat’s online coaching program: http://www.katjohn.com.au/thetribe
Check out #ZFTuesday: @kat.john
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RFR 191: Herbal Treatment for the Nervous System with Erin Jolley

In today’s episode of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Erin Jolley, Nutritionist and Naturopath who has recently joined the team here at TNN. In today’s episode Erin and I discuss stress and the nervous system and teach you the powerful healing benefits of herbal medicine for both depression and anxiety. This is an incredible episode and although you’d never know it, Erin’s first podcast and I hope you’ll join me in welcoming Erin on board.                                                                 
Follow TNN online:
– Facebook: The Natural Nutritionist
– Instagram: @thenaturalnutritionist
– Twitter: @natnutritionist
Contact TNN here: https://thenaturalnutritionist.com.au/contact/
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RFR 190: The Flow State with Kale Brock

In Episode 190 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Kale Brock, to explore the flow state. In today’s episode you will learn about meditation and mindfulness but also how the flow state may be the vehicle you need to create either of these two states. We discuss the impact of constant device use, mental health, neuroplasticity, how to find your version of surfing, Kale’s flow state, and so much more.
Follow Kale online: http://kalebrock.com.au
Facebook: /kalesbroccoli
Instagram: @kalesbroccoli
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RFR 189: Debunking Myths with Dr Phil Maffetone

In Episode 189 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by our very good friend Dr Phil Maffetone. He needs no introduction but I wanted to share with you Phil’s credo that “everyone is an athlete.” As a health and fitness trendsetter he has perhaps had more positive impact on a wider variety of people than anyone in modern history. From professional and Olympic athletes in virtually every sport, to average people from all walks of life, his system for achieving optimum human performance by tapping into the body’s fat-burning system has helped millions of people achieve their goals in sports, business and life. In today’s episode Phil and I debunk the myths: “MAF doesn’t work for me” and “Eating low carb makes me lose my top end”. This is an incredible episode where you will learn how to transform your aerobic energy system, burn fat, and eat to support your health, performance and athletic longevity.
Follow Phil online: https://philmaffetone.com
Facebook: /MAFMethod
Learn more in The Endurance Handbook: http://bit.ly/2KqKOqX
The 180 Formula: https://philmaffetone.com/180-formula/
The Two Week Test: https://philmaffetone.com/2-week-test/
The case study we discuss: https://philmaffetone.com/case-study-reductions-training-load-dietary-carbohydrates-help-restore-health-improve-performance-ironman-triathlete/
Health Fit University: https://philmaffetone.com/introducing-healthfit-university
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RFR 188: The Lowdown on Probiotics with Kirsty Wirth

In Episode 188 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by our regular guest, “Gut Guru”, Kirsty Wirth. In today’s episode you will learn all about probiotics, including their benefits and the important guiding principles to use when choosing the right product for you. We discuss the clinical relevance of the proven bacterial strains and answer the question: “Should everyone be supplementing with probiotics?” We also explore the importance of our favorite mantra: “test, don’t guess”, provide you with options for travel and so much more.
Follow Kirsty online: https://www.kulturedwellness.com
Facebook:/kulturedwellness
Instagram: @kulturedwellness
Grab your copy of Gutalicious here: https://kulturedwellness.com/products/gutalicious-preorder
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