High Vibe & Healthy: Gut Health | Functional Nutrition | Whole Foods

High Vibe & Healthy: Gut Health | Functional Nutrition | Whole Foods

Overwhelmed and confused by the wellness world? In this podcast, Functional Nutritionist Fran Dargaville shares her simple, practical take on functional nutrition and gut health, and interviews awesome, inspiring humans on all things health and wellness. Overcome frustrating digestive symptoms, get more energy, and while you’re at it - live a life you love.

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July 16, 2024 14 mins

Did you know that imbalances in sex hormones, like oestrogen and progesterone, are the main cause for symptoms such as PMS, heavy periods, acne, and menopausal issues like hot flashes and fatigue? If you're dealing with these symptoms, this episode dives into the importance of identifying hormonal imbalances and explores three types of testing options to help you choose the best approach for your health needs.

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In this week's episode, we're delving into the top 11 things I wish every woman knew about her hormones. Whether you're grappling with hormonal symptoms or simply want to understand your body better, this episode offers invaluable insights.

Here's what we cover this episode: 

• Understanding the fundamentals of your cycle and hormones

• Why the pill won’t help balance hormones 

• The role of gut health in hormonal imbalances

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Are you struggling with hormonal symptoms like PMS, menstrual cramps, or hormonal acne? In this week's episode, we will explore how your gut health may actually be contributing to a hormonal imbalance. Our bodies are one big interconnected system and understanding this interconnection could be a fundamental step in uncovering the root cause of your symptoms.

Here's a sneak peak at what we’ll be covering: 

• The various ways gut ...

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Is buying organic really that important? The answer to this question isn't as straightforward as it seems. That's why this week, I'll delve into the pros and cons of opting for organic produce, helping you make an informed choice about what's best for your health.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• Understanding what it means for food to be classified ‘organic’

• Exploring the potential health risks associated with pesticides and chemica...

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This week, we're exploring progesterone imbalance, one of the most common hormonal imbalances I encounter in practice. So, if you’re dealing with symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, spotting, or fertility issues, then this episode could offer valuable insight into uncovering their root cause.  

Here's a sneak peak at what we cover this week:

• The role of progesterone in the body

• The common signs and symptoms of low proges...

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Are you experiencing persistent migraines, allergies, eczema or hormonal issues like PMS, despite making nutrition and lifestyle changes? A histamine intolerance may be the underlying culprit. 

This week, we will dive into all things histamine, exploring its potential link to your symptoms and offering insights into understanding and addressing this issue. 

This episode covers: 

• The most common symptoms associated wit...

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There is growing research surrounding the gut-brain connection and how it impacts our overall health and well-being. Today we are joined by Dr Ali Navidi, a  psychologist specialising in gastrointestinal care and the CEO and Co-founder of GI Psychology. 

We chat about:

• The gut-brain axis

• The role of stress and our nervous system on gut symptoms 

• Visceral hypersensitivity (AKA an increase in sensitivity to pain or d...

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Have you tried all the conventional gut healing methods but are still struggling with digestive issues? It’s commonly thought that healing the gut is just about increasing fibre and diversifying plant foods, but this week’s episode dives into why this might not be solving your gut issues—in fact, it could be making them worse.

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If you’re feeling exhausted, wired, anxious, foggy in the head or constantly stressed, your cortisol may be out of balance.

Today we are going to be chatting about how to test your cortisol levels, and if you discover that they’re out of balance, how to rebalance them with lifestyle habits and supplementation.

We’re looking at:

• The 3 different cortisol testing options, and which one is right for you

• The key supplements, including v...

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I turned 35 yesterday and I was sitting in a cafe with a coffee overlooking the beach here in Freshwater in Sydney. One of my friends sent me some questions to reflect on for my birthday so I sat down with my journal (for the first time in AGES) and started looking back on some of the things I’ve learned in the past year.

And then I got a bit carried away and decided to expand that list out to 35 lessons I’ve learned about health an...

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Have you been on your own personal healing journey for some time? Then this episode is for you!

Today, we’re chatting with a good friend of mine, Christina Tidwell, about the journey of illness and healing, how to get through it and what we can actually learn from these experiences. 

We chat about: 

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Recently, I reached out to you all over on my instagram asking for your nutrition and gut-related questions. I received so many awesome questions so for this week’s episode I’m going to do a Q&A to answer all the questions you’ve been sending my way!

Here’s what we cover: 

᭼ Food sensitivities

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This week we are joined by women's health nutritionist, Solaine Douglas to chat about all things PCOS and supporting a healthy metabolism. We will also be touching on the controversial medications; Metformin and Ozempic. 

So, whether you're dealing with PCOS, struggling with your metabolism, or simply curious about these medications, this episod...

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My brand new gut healing membership is finally here! Today I’m sharing a little bit about The Collective and what’s included.

My aim is to help you heal your gut in a really doable, sustainable way, so you can stop stressing about your symptoms and get back to living a life you love.

If you have any questions,...

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the different gut-healing diets out there? Then this episode has you covered! 

This week, I’m going to break down the popular gut-healing diets such as gluten-free and dairy-free, Low FODMAP, the SIBO biphasic diet, and the low histamine diet. We'll explore the benefits of each approach and discuss how to deter...

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Toilet talk can be a taboo topic but it's something we all do! That's why I'm passionate about removing the stigma surrounding constipation to help you overcome digestive discomfort and get your gut moving. 

This week we look at: 

᭼ How to determine if you’re constipated 

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In today's episode I have something a little different to share with you.

Recently, I had the pleasure of joining Steph Pace on her podcast ‘Stephing Up’ to talk about her personal gut healing journey as one of my clients. So, If you’re curious about what a real gut healing journey entails, take a listen.

We...

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March 26, 2024 12 mins

Do you ever feel overwhelmed while browsing the supplement aisle of the supermarket or chemist, wondering, "What am I actually supposed to take?” Well, this episode has you covered.

This week I’m going to share my favourite gut healing supplements and offer insight into when and why you might look to incorporate them into your routine. 

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This week we are unraveling the myths surrounding the often misunderstood “stress hormone”, cortisol. While social media often portrays cortisol as the cause of all your health concerns, what's overlooked is that low cortisol levels may actually be the underlying issue. 

So, if you’re concerned that an imbalance in cortisol levels may be affecti...

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In this week's episode, we will be discussing H. pylori, one of the most common bacterial infections worldwide. 

H. pylori is a pesky bacteria that can be found lurking in the digestive tract, causing symptoms that range from subtle to severe. So, whether you’re experiencing uncomfortable digestive symptoms or simply seeking to understand more a...

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