The Health Chat by ParagonCare Complementary Medicine
Conversations where nature heals, and science guides.The Health Chat brings you the stories behind dynamic, innovative, trending brands and products in the natural health space. Join our host, Rick Hay for informative conversations with guests that are passionate about natural health and creating products that are making a difference to the lives of many.
Perdays with Stephanie Stephenson
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A discussion on women’s health across life stages, from gut health to pregnancy and menopause, and how nutrition is evolving to meet changing needs.
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ŌKU with Helen Paul Smith
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We look at Aotearoa’s native botanicals and and how plant-based wellness aligns with both science and cultural integrity.
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Peg Paste with Kagan Williams
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Exploring hydroxyapatite and the growing demand for alternative oral care options.
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HealthWise with Ilve Hunt
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Talking targeted nutrition and the role of single-ingredient amino acids in modern health approaches.
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Botani Skincare
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Barabara Filokostas founder of Botani Skincare, chats to Rick & explores the origins of the brand and how botanical ingredients and modern skin science can work together to support healthy, radiant skin.
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SunaHealth Labs
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Jace Harsh from SunaHealth Labs discusses the motivation behind the company and how practitioner-designed nutraceuticals are shaping the future of integrative clinical practice.
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The Health Chat is back!
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The Health Chat has officially relaunched, opening with a science-led conversation on gut health.
In the first episode, Rick Hay speaks with Dr Josephine Muir and Dr Mary Webberley from Noisy Guts, whose work began as a research project at the University of Western Australia alongside Nobel Laureate Professor Barry Marshall.
The discussion explores early research into gut diagnostics, how that work informed the development of the Superflora range, and how gut health science continues to evolve, with a focus on responsible, evidence-informed formulation.
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The Health Chat - Melrose FutureLab with Neal Mercado (Aug 24)
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This month on The Health Chat, Vicky talks with Neal Mercado about the new FutureLab Longevity range of products from Melrose Health.
Neal Mercado is the Chief Science Officer at Melrose Health. Neal has over 25 years’ experience in the global complementary medicines industry, with an emphasis on product development and research. He has held C-suite positions in Marketing and Innovation at Ecofibre Ltd and Designs For Health. He was Director for Research, Development, and Emerging Markets for BioCeuticals and prior to that was Director of Global Product Development at Blackmores Ltd, Direc...
The Health Chat - Alleviate Belly Bloating
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In this episode of The Health Chat, Rick and Vicky explore the uncomfortable reality of abdominal bloating. From dietary choices to underlying health issues, they delve into the various causes of this common ailment. They will provide practical advice on how to adjust the diet and introduce a range of supplements that can help alleviate bloating. Tune in to uncover the secrets to managing and preventing belly bloat effectively, ensuring you can lead a more comfortable and healthier life
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The Health Chat - Stronger for Longer
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The Vital Role of Muscle Health in Healthy Ageing
Join Vicky and Rick as they delve into the keys to maintain muscle strength and how to achieve this through both diet, lifestyle and in some cases, some practical helpers along the way.
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The Health Chat - Debunking Hair Loss
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In this episode Rick and Vicky dive into the sensitive topic of hair loss. Throughout the discussion, they aim to empower listeners by shedding light on the scientific principles behind natural hair regrowth tools in the realm of holistic health. They cover everything from supplements and topical treatments to dietary adjustments and innovative devices aimed at slowing down hair loss and encouraging hair growth. So, if you’ve been grappling with hair loss, this episode is here to provide friendly and supportive insights and solutions.
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The Health Chat - Natural Pain Relief
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Join our hosts, Vicky and Rick in abn insightful discussion about products designed for natural pain relief. in this episode, they'll delve into how certain active ingredients contribute to pain relief and explore trending approaches, including the use of biofeedback tools. what's more they will take a close look at research findings regarding the forms of specific ingredients, providing valuable insights to help target pain more effectively.
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The Health Chat - Slumber Serenity
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The Health Chat - Slumber Serenity: Unveiling the Secrets to Your Best Night’s Sleep.
Unlock the secrets of a restful night’s sleep in our latest episode of The Health Chat.
Join Rick and Vicky as they explore proven strategies and soothing techniques to
enhance the quality of your sleep. Dive into the world of relaxation, mindfulness,
and sleep science, and discover practical tips that can transform your bedtime
routine. Tune in for a sleep-inducing experience that promises to leave you feeling
refreshed and rejuvenated ever...
The Essential Flower Essence Book with Mark Wells
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Join Vicky as she engages in a conversation with Mark Wells about the latest edition of his book, The Essential Flower Essence Book. This well-regarded reference book has undergone an update, incorporating the latest research on various flower essences commonly applied in practice. Koin Mark for a comprehensive discussion as he guides you through the transformative potential of Flower Essences in practical applications, aiding patients on both emotional and physical healing journey towards overall health.
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The Health Chat - Health Trends for 2023 and 2024
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As the year comes to an end, Rick and Vicky will wrap the year up with discussions about the health trends of 2023 and what to expect in 2024.
Whether you’re curious about the latest superfoods, intrigued by cutting-edge fitness routines, or interested in mental health breakthroughs, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to embark on a journey toward a healthier, happier you.
Chapter markers:
02:04 - Microbiome Cleanse & Reset
08:36 - Supplements for Telomere Health
12:56 - Natural Senolytics
15:22 - Psychodermatology
25:12 - Menopause support and functional foods...
The Health Chat - Cellular Senescence and Autophagy. Part 3.
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Why do some people age better than others? How can someone look 10 years younger than their biological age? On this life-transforming podcast, Rick and Vicky discuss & discover the future of cellular senescence, autophagy and ultimately longevity. You’ll hear about the latest scientific research into the ingredients and supplements that offer a strategy for activating senolytic activity which ultimately leads to healthier ageing.
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The Health Chat - Cellular Detoxification, Cellular Senescence and Longevity Part 2.
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Join Rick and Vicky on this month’s episode of The Health Chat as they dive deep
into the world of Cellular Detoxing. Discover the transformative power of True
Cellular Detoxification, a process that revitalises and enhances cellular function,
enabling your body to rejuvenate itself from within. In this enlightening episode,
Rick and Vicky unveil the three pivotal phases and five essential principles behind
an efficacious cleanse. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to unlock your body’s
potential for peak health and well-being.
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The Health Chat - Spring Clean and Reignite Your Spark. Part 1.
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Rick and Vicky explore products available from Oborne Health Supplies that are
designed to assist with cleansing the body, in time for Spring. There is no better time
than the start of the warmer weather, to prepare the body for weight loss, hormonal
balancing or just to get your spark back.
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The Health Chat - Natural Biohacking with Rick and Vicky
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In this episode of The Health Chat, Rick and Vicky discuss the various forms of natural biohacking, taking na in-depth look at how nutrigenomics, sleep, exercise and meditation influence our longevity, quality of life and relationships. This is unlike any other Health Chat episode. Join us for a conversation about life and how to get the most out of your supplements to aid natural biohacking.
Chapter Markers
02:45 - Sleep
09:00 - Nutrigentics/Nutrigenomics
18:34 - Intermittent Fasting
26:20 - Exercise - Cardio (Zone 2) & Weight training
37:33 - Meditation
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The Health Chat - Liposomal Nutrient Delivery & Organ Meats with Dione Promm from Melrose Health
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This month, Vicky Tsoleridis talks with Dione Promm, the Head of Science and New Product Development with Melrose Health. Dione discusses the new Liposomal and Origins Nose to Tail range. You’ll hear Dione discuss cutting-edge liposomal technology, which allows for greater absorption and bioavailability compared to traditional supplements. Plus, Vicky asks pertinent questions regarding organ meats, focusing on Melrose quality assurance, how the products are carefully sourced, the cattle ethically raised, and free from antibiotics and hormones.
Dione is a Bachelor Degree qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist with additional qualifications in Produc...
The Health Chat - Tectonic Shifts in Relationships
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This month, Vicky Tsoleridis talks with our regular guest, Mark Wells as he explores the tectonic shifts in relationships. With much movement and change in the world, Mark imparts his clinical experience on the impact these, sometimes uncomfortable changes have one our relationships. His insights delve into why people feel pressure from unavoidable external sources and how they trickle into our personal and work lives. Plus, Mark will explain which Flower Essences can help to manage the range of emotions experienced during these challenging times.
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The Health Chat - New products and Trending Ingredients February 2023
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Join Rick and Vicky as they explore new products and trending ingredients to hit the Oborne Health Supplies warehouse shelves this month. You’ll hear Rick talk about what helped with his COVID brain fog and upset belly. He will also talk about new chewable magnesium tablets and some new amino acids to keep an eye out for. Vicky will delve into research on some exciting ingredients Inavea Acacia, Teacrine as well as Marula and Mongongo oils.
Be informed - learn how to help customers who come in wanting to know more abo...
The Health Chat - Getting to Know Melrose Health with Nathan Cheong
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List of items mentioned in this podcast:
1. The Sacred Cow - Diana Rodgers & Robb Wolf
Link to book and documentary: https://www.sacredcow.info/book
Summary of book: https://www.nateliason.com/notes/sacred-cow
2. The Biggest Little Farm
Official Trailer (YouTube): https://youtu.be/UfDTM4JxHl8
Podcast (YouTube): https://youtu.be/dRBoXE3pw80
Full Documentary available to view on Disney+. (At time of publication of this podcast)
3. The Carnivore Code - Paul Salandino MD
Link to book: https://carnivoremd.com/book/<...
The Health Chat - Getting To Know Nutrition Care with Professor Ian Brighthope
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Join Vicky Tsoleridis as she speaks with Nutrition Care Founder, Professor Ian Brighthope. In this podcast, Prof. Brighthope discusses his humble beginnings in Agriculture and how it led him to become one of Australia's most well known Integrative Doctors and nutraceuticals manufacturer. You'll get an insight into how and why Nutrition Care was developed and the way Prof. Brighthope formulated his popular products to help target specific needs for his patients. Sit back an enjoy listening to one of Australia's leading pioneer of Nutritional Medicine.
Nutrition Care Website: www.nutritioncare.com.au
The Health Chat - Getting To Know Weleda with David Johnston
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This month, Victoria welcomes David Johnston to The Health Chat. David has been the Managing Director of Weleda Australia for 14 years and has guided the business through significant growth.
You'll hear David talk about the amazing 100 year history of Weleda, founded in 1921 by the Austrian philosopher and natural scientist, Rudolf Steiner, Dutch doctor Ita Wegman and Oskar Schmiedel, a chemist and pharmacist from Munich in Germany. Though scientists, they believed in the human connection with nature, the responsibility we have to each other and to nature. Anthroposophy explores these connections. Weleda embra...
The Health Chat - Getting To Know InterClinical Laboratories with Ian Tracton
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In this edition of The Health Chat Practitioner Edition, Vicky Tsoleridis talks with Ian Tracton, Founding Director and CEO of InterClinical Laboratories.
You will hear Vicky ask Ian how Interclinical Laboratories started in the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) space and how they became known as the 'Mineral Specialists'. Ian discusses some of the formulations that are in the mineral range, and what sets these apart from other brands. You'll also hear Ian talk about his new exciting products including super antioxidant formula: E-Asta-Sel, Metabolic Multi-Nutrient Formulas: Para Tone and Sym Bal...
The Health Chat - Getting To Know Give Back Health with Murray Smee and Dane Renshaw
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This month on The Health Chat, we speak with Give Back Health founder, Murray Smee and Director of Atomic Regs, Dane Renshaw.
Join Vicky Tsoleridis as she speaks with Murray and Dane about this unique Australian brand dedicated to providing therapeutically active nutritional supplements that are backed by science and committed to donating equivalent doses to Australian charities who support individuals and communities living below the poverty line and are more likely to experience nutritional deficiencies.
You'll hear Murray explain how Give Back Health started, and the charities supported...
Embracing The Gift Of High Sensitivity with Mark Wells
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This month on The Health Chat, Vicky talks with Educator, Author, Naturopath and Counsellor, Mark Wells about his new book, Embracing the Gift of High Sensitivity.
Mark discusses his book that is designed for highly sensitive persons (HSPs) and for those who wish to know more about this human trait. Vicky asks Mark questions pertinent to non-HSP's, things like, how to identify an HSP, how to parent a highly sensitive child, warning signs to look for in a child and how different cultures around the world embrace HSPs. HSP's compromise about a fi...
Unmetabolised Folic Acid with Carolyn Ledowsky
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Welcome to another Practitioner Edition of the Health Chat, with your host, Andrew Whitfield-Cook and our guest, Carolyn Ledowsky.
>>To view the video version on YouTube, click here.
In this episode of The Health Chat, you will hear Carolyn discuss the importance of metabolised Folic Acid and the key differences between dietary folate and varied synthetic forms found in supplements and fortified foods and how they impact our general health and more specifically, fertility.
This highly informative podcast/vlogcast is designed to give practitioners an insight i...
The Health Chat with Katey Weekes - The Psychoneuroendocrinology of Fertility.
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Oborne Health Supplies Proudly Supporting The ATMS Fertility Symposium 6th February 2022.
Join our host, Tonia Maxwell as she discusses Psychoneuroendocrinology (PNEC) of Fertility with Katey Weekes. Katey Weekes is a highly accomplished clinical Naturopath and Nutritionist specialising in hormone and reproductive health.
In addition to her clinical work, Katey is also the Senior Clinical Consultant and Team Leader for Bio Concepts’ Technical Support Team in Brisbane.
Katey consults both nationally and internationally and is passionate about supporting fertility and ART patients as well as working with multiple preg...
Optimised Lymphatics - Dosing and Clinical Aspects with Kristin Gilmour
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Join Andrew Whitfield-Cook as he discusses Lymphatic Herbal Medicines with Kristin Gilmour. As a well-respected Naturopath and Technical Writer for OptimalRx, Kristin has many years of experience in herbal medicine and in this podcast she takes listeners on a journey to understand how to optimise lymphatic health and effectively treat patients with lymphatic concerns.
You'll hear Kristin talk about which types of patient groups suit lymphatic support, her favourite herbs used to treat lymphatic conditions, the types of exercises she recommends to help promote lymphatic health, as well as the importance of...
Feeling Frazzled - Nervous System Support During Our Modern Day Lives
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In this month's episode, Rick and Vicky explore the new and not so new products available from Oborne Health Supplies, to assist with sleep, mood and stress support in our modern day lives.
You'll hear Rick & Vicky discuss their top tips for taking products with specific ingredients to help with health and general nervous system support for adults and children.
Brands discussed:
Give Back Health
Cabot Health
Orthoplex
Melrose
Rescue Remedy
Ora Health
Whole Earth & Sea
Bio-Practica
Tisserand
Rest & Quiet...
The Future of Microbiota Research with Evan Hayes
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Join Andrew Whitfield Cook as he talks with guest Evan Hayes from Factors Group Australia. Andrew and Evan discuss the future of microbiota research, including new frontiers in the area of prebiotics and probiotics.
Evan Hayes has over 20 years of commercial and leadership experience within the healthcare and biotechnology sectors. He is particularly specialised in the management, set-up and scaling of start-up organisations where there is a fast-moving environment balancing a need for strategy, scale, business development, overseas expansion, risk and compliance.
Evan has been the Asia Pacific Managing Dire...
Healthy Ageing with Rick and Vicky
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In this episode, join Rick and Vicky as they share some of their top ingredients for healthy ageing. Listen as they discuss some of their favourite antioxidants, phytomedicines and nutritionals and the impact it can have on our health and ageing at a cellular level.
With so many products to choose from, this is the first in a series of Healthy Ageing episodes.
Products Discussed:
Green Nutritionals Microrganics Vitamin C Powder
Amazonia RAW Beauty
Clean and Green Wholefoods - Beauty Berries
Solagran Taiga Siberian Red
Ma...
New Zealand Native Phytomedicines with Phil Rasmussen
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New Zealand Native Phytomedicines: Traditional use meets scientific modern application.
Join Andrew Whitfield Cook as he delves into the mind of renown Herbalist and Pharmacist, Phil Rasmussen. In our latest Health Chat Podcast, Phil takes us on a journey on how native NZ plants were traditionally used, and how in modern times, their phytochemistry upholds those past traditions. Phil explains traditional native herbal uses beyond the bottle and how modern medicine has adapted to using the active constituents of these magical plants.
Phil has practiced as a phytotherapist in Auc...
Rejuvin8tion Super Food Blend with Rick Hay
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In this episode, Rick Hay takes us through the benefits and uniqueness of his latest and greatest weight loss product, Rejuvin8tion - a delicious, nutritious wellness weight loss, plant based protein blend with added superfoods designed to help people lose and manage weight in a healthy sustainable fashion.
Vicky explores with Rick the benefits of the ingredients used in Rejuvin8tion including MCT, guar gum and plant based proteins to help with general health.
To view the Rejuvin8tion brochure with before and after images, click HERE.
To l...
Immune Regulation - Terrain is way more than the gut with Julianne Grant
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In our first podcast, Andrew Whitfield-Cook talks with Julianne Grant about immune dysregulation. Julianne is an experienced, degree-qualified Naturopath who has practiced in complementary medicine for 20 years. Julianne’s extensive career has included working with patients within a private clinical setting, within hospitals, sporting groups, with individual athletes, and within corporate settings.
As a Naturopath, Julianne has a keen interest in herbal medicine and as such works as a technical writer, researcher, educator and presenter for a prominent Australian herbal medicine company. Her hours of research, which covers the use of herbal...
