Wellness by Designs - Practitioner Podcast

In this episode of Wellness by Designs, esteemed naturopath Zelda Graham, renowned for her expertise in methylation, and our host Andrew Whitfield-Cook, delve into the intricacies of methylation and its profound impact on genetic health. 

Episode Highlights:

1. Understanding Methylation: Delve into how methylation, a fundamental process in our bodies, influences hormonal balance and immune responses, shaping our overall he...

Join us for Part II of our enlightening journey into fertility, folate, and autoimmune disorders with the esteemed clinical nutritionist, Sonia Savage.

Building upon the foundations laid in our previous episode, we delve deeper into the intricacies of methylation and its pivotal role in reproductive health. Together, we unravel the mysteries of optimal preconception care and empower couples embarking on their fertility jo...

Discover the hidden connections between your oral health and overall wellness as we sit down with Dr. Ron Ehrlich, a pioneer in the field of integrative dentistry with over four decades of experience. 

Dr. Ehrlich challenges traditional dentistry by highlighting the link between dental health and overall well-being, focusing on five key stressors: emotional, environmental, postural, nutritional, and dental. Learn about the...

Join us as we dive deep into gallbladder health with the wisdom of Naturopath Amie Skilton.

 In this episode, we uncover why we are seeing a surge in gallbladder diseases and removals, particularly among younger individuals.

We discuss how your daily choices and environmental toxins  may be putting your gallbladder at risk, and learn the surprising ways estrogen itself plays a pivotal role in gallbladder function...

In our latest episode, naturopath and acupuncturist Jason Mallia shares his journey of overcoming health challenges post-injury, fueling a deep commitment to men's health. 

With a blend of personal anecdotes and professional expertise, Jason delves into a wide range of men's health issues, from testosterone deficiency to the impact of environmental stressors like heavy metals and electromagnetic radiation. He adv...

In today's episode, we look into the complexities of the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods; Diana and I dissect the distinction between listed and registered medicines and underscore the indispensable role of extemporaneous compounding and the value that this type of prescription can add to your practice and your patient care.

This practice of extemporaneous compounding offers custom-fit solutions for healthca...

Discover the exceptional benefits of vitamin K2, especially its form MK-7, as Dr. Brad McEwen, a naturopath and nutritionist, joins us to reveal the nutrient's essential roles in our health and wellness.

Gain insight into the unique structural and functional differences between vitamin K1 and K2 and how these contribute to our bodily functions, from bone health to cardiovascular wellness. Delve into the potential pos...

Discover functional testing's untapped potential with experienced naturopath Cindi Young, who will illuminate its transformative powers for patient health and practice growth.

This episode is filled with insights for health practitioners looking to elevate their approach to chronic conditions and patient care. Cindi takes us through her personal evolution from a sceptic to a proponent of functional testing, sharing t...

Embark on a journey to the heart of gut health with us, Andrew Whitfield-Cook and the esteemed gut health specialist, Karly Raven. Together, we dissect Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), offering a refreshing perspective on dietary interventions that seek to alleviate discomfort without depriving our bodies of essential nutrients.

Karly challenges the status quo, advocating for a balanced approach to diets like ...

Prepare to have your perspective on mental health transformed as Dr Oscar Coetzee joins us to unravel the complex relationship between nutrition, genomics, and mental health.

His approach, psychoneurogenomics, promises to challenge conventional mental health care by highlighting the importance of fundamental health markers, such as vitamin D and iron levels, before resorting to pharmaceuticals.

Dr Coetzee's...

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation with Amie Skilton, an expert on mould and mould illness, who has embarked on a mission to help people struggling with the effects of water-damaged buildings and who battle the ironic challenge of finding a safe and healthy environment to heal.


In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. The prevalence of water-damaged buildings in the Western world 
2. Ho...

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation with Dr Amy Gajjar, a general practitioner and integrative medicine specialist from the UK with a particular interest in Hashimoto's disease and a passion for helping patients optimize their health through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. The Hashimoto's patient presentation and differential diagnosis

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation on methylation with Naturopath  Zelda Graham, who specialises in epigenetics and managing MTHFR polymorphisms.

Zelda shares how she set out to defy her family's history of heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and depression by unlocking the power of methylation and tackling the underlying causes of her methylation issues and is now an expert in the field.

In...

Have you ever wondered about the stark realities of long COVID?

We unpack this pressing issue with Dr Mark Donohoe, a renowned integrative GP and president of ACNEM, the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.

Our candid conversation touches on the 2023 ACNEM conference, traversing the terrain of long COVID's prevalence and contrasting the official figures with the real-life situation...

Have you ever wondered why some people react to certain food or environmental triggers differently? This episode seeks to demystify the enigma of histamine intolerance. 

We are joined by the knowledgeable naturopath Carolyn Ledowsky , who shares her in-depth understanding of the role of genetics in histamine intolerance. 

In this episode, we:

• Explore the growing significance of histamine intolerance and mast ce...

Have you ever wondered about the complexities of women's hormonal changes during perimenopause and beyond?

In today's episode, Dr Maria Mackey joins us to discuss the functional medicine perspective for treating Perimenopause and beyond.

We explore the decline in estrogen and progesterone production, its symptoms, and its relationship with serotonin production. We also shed light on assessments used to...

Have you ever wondered why that chronic backache refuses to subside despite all the massages and therapies you've tried?

Join us as we journey through the complexities of pain with guest expert Jesse Soopaya. We dive deep into the root cause of pain, exploring how understanding it can shape the most effective treatment plan. Whether it's manual therapy, lifestyle changes, exercises, or the use of nutraceuticals,...

Tune in to our latest podcast episode with Dr. Michael Jurgelewicz, a distinguished chiropractor and director of product development, research & clinical support at Designs for Health USA. 

In this episode, we discuss the treatment options for Insulin Resistance, which is increasing both here and in the US. 

Dr. Jurgelewicz takes us on a deep dive into all aspects of this condition, including,

1. The statistic...

Joining us today is Sonia Savage, a clinical nutritionist specialising in fertility, hormones, autoimmunity, gut health, and children's wellness.

Today's episode discusses fertility, folate, and autoimmune disorders. But in particular, Sonia discusses

•  Common autoimmune disorders seen in clinic and which autoimmune conditions affect fertility the most
• Autoimmune treatment, including diet, herbal medicine and li...