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Kristin and Julianne are joined once again by leading Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Lise Alschuler.  In this podcast episode, Lise answers questions about her upcoming live, face-to-face Masterclass “Building Skills for Patient-Centred Integrative Care”.  This incredible Masterclass is being held in Melbourne, Australia on Saturday the 1st April 2023, and will be divided into two major sessions: 1) Clinical Pearls in Integrative Oncology and 2) Managing Pharmaceutical Side Effects and Discontinuance with Botanicals and other Natural Therapies.  In this episode, practitioners will be able to listen to Lise touch on some of the information that will be covered in this practical, clinically relevant, one-day event.  If practitioners would like more information or to book into the seminar, please contact OptimalRx or click here.Registration is available to registered practitioners.  www.optimalrx.com.au

Late last year, we sadly said goodbye to American Master Herbalist, Stephen Buhner, who passed away in December.  We are so grateful for Stephen’s legacy and have been paying tribute to him by sharing excerpts from some of the lectures he recorded for OptimalRx in 2015 and 2016.  March’s podcast recording is centred around the topic of herbal antivirals in the treatment of emerging, re-emerging and resistant viral infections.  Stephen researched and wrote extensively on this topic, publishing several books addressing the issue of resistant pathogens, including “Herbal Antibiotics”, “Herbal Antivirals” and “Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections”.  With the recent impact of viral infections upon society, this podcast will provide invaluable education for all practitioners.Herbal Time Stamps:00:50 Emerging Viruses and Herbal Antivirals06:40 Baical Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis)12:50 Isatis (Isatis tinctoria)13:45 Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)15:10 Houttuynia (Houttuynia cordata)17:10 Elder Flower (Sambucus nigra)23:00 Ginger (Zingiber officinale)25:25 Lomatium (Lomatium dissectum)28:20 Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum)29:10 Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)29:55  Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea)30:30 Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris)31:25 Kudzu (Pueraria lobata)32:20 Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum)32:35 Baical Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis)33:15 Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)34:45 Cytokine Storms and Septic Shock39:00 Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis)39:30 Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)40:20 Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza)40:45 Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) and Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris)--  If you are a qualified practitioner and would like more information on the phytomedicines mentioned by Stephen Buhner, register/log in to the OptimalRx website to access and download free comprehensive herbal Tech Sheets: www.optimalrx.com.au -- DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Late last year, we sadly said goodbye to American Master Herbalist, Stephen Buhner, who passed away in December.  We are so grateful for Stephen’s legacy and are paying tribute to him by sharing excerpts from some of the lectures he recorded for OptimalRx in 2015 and 2016.  In this podcast recording, Stephen discusses the use of botanical medicines as herbal antibiotics in the treatment of drug-resistant bacterial infections.  Some of the herbal antibacterials he mentions include Cryptolepis (Cryptolepis sanguinolenta), Sida (Sida acuta), Qing Hao (Artemisia annua), Burr Marigold (Bidens species), Usnea (Usnea species), Juniper (Juniperus communis), and the berberine-containing plants.  Stephen also details phytomedicines to support the spleen, like Red Root (Ceanothus americanus) and Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), and herbal synergists, such as Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and Red Root.    Stephen Buhner researched and wrote extensively on the topic of resistant pathogens, publishing several books including “Herbal Antibiotics”, “Herbal Antivirals” and “Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections”.  With the number of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections on the rise, this podcast will provide invaluable education for all practitioners.    If you are a qualified practitioner and would like more information on the phytomedicines mentioned by Stephen, register/log in to the OptimalRx website to access and download free comprehensive herbal Tech Sheets: www.optimalrx.com.au -- DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

The Summer Series continues in this brief podcast with Julianne Grant as she discusses Maitake (Grifola frondosa). This prized mushroom in Traditional Chinese Medicine, was thought to enhance Qi and fortify the spleen, enhance immunity, lower blood pressure and bring vigour to the body.  Listen and learn how Maitake profoundly modulates all aspects of immune health and much more. For more information about this wonderful phytomedicine, please download our comprehensive Technical Data Sheet available from our website. This document includes detailed information about Maitake and its constituents, clinical  research, clinical notes, case studies and more. Please note, that OptimalRx products and reference material are available to registered healthcare practitioners only. OptimalRx does not supply to the public. DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Known as the “king of the mushrooms” due its vast range of healthful properties, Chaga (𝘐𝘯𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘶𝘴) is a supreme immunomodulating, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and tonic medicinal mushroom that is primarily utilised to prevent and treat cancer, immune dysregulation, cardiometabolic conditions, gastrointestinal conditions and psoriasis. Chemical analysis of Chaga reveals that this medicinal mushroom contains over 200 different types of bioactive substances.  In this brief podcast, you'll hear Kristin talk about Chaga's research and clinical use in practice. For more information about this wonderful phytomedicine, please download our comprehensive Technical Data Sheet available from our website. This document includes detailed information about Chaga and its constituents, clinical  research, clinical notes, case studies and more. Please note, that OptimalRx products and reference material are available to registered healthcare practitioners only. OptimalRx does not supply to the public. DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Following on from OptimalRx's Inflammation Education Series,  Kristin Gilmour and Julianne Grant delve into the implications of localised gastrointestinal inflammation and its systemic consequences for health and wellbeing.  Julianne and Kristin discuss innovative herbal medicine strategies, including utilising localised phytomedicine therapy and microbiome modulation to quelch systemic inflammation from the gut out.For more information about our Inflammation Podcasts, be sure to listen to Chronic Inflammation as a Driver of Disease with Dr. Lise Alschuler, released October 2022.--DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Kristin and Julianne as they talk to Dr. Lise Alschuler about chronic inflammation as a driver of disease. You’ll hear Lise talk about how water and ethanol extractions of polyphenols help improve their bioavailability.  Lise touches on the synergistic effect of polyphenols from different phytomedicines and their combined synergistic relationship to help improve their efficacy.  Lise also mentions a couple of her favourite anti-inflammatory polyphenol-rich herbs and her strategies to dosing in managing inflammation.This podcast is designed to provide practitioners with a brief insight into OptimalRx’s live webinar with Dr. Lise Alschuler: Chronic Inflammation as a Driver of Disease.  To learn more, please register to the live webinar here.  (Tuesday 11th October 2022)---Lise Alschuler, ND is a Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Arizona where she is the Associate Director of the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Dr. Alschuler received her undergraduate degree from Brown University, Providence RI. She obtained her naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University in Seattle WA where she also completed her residency in general naturopathic medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic oncology and maintains a clinical practice. Dr. Alschuler is past-President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and a founding  board member, Past-President and current Board member of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Previously, she was the department head of naturopathic medicine at Midwestern Regional Medical Center and prior to that, was clinic medical director at Bastyr University. Dr. Alschuler co-hosts a podcast, Five To Thrive Live!. She is co-author of Definitive Guide to Cancer, now in its 3rd edition, and Definitive Guide to Thriving After Cancer.DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Welcome to this month’s Tech Talk with OptimalRx as Julianne and Kristin talk with Phil Rasmussen about the crucial topic of Supporting Sustainability in Herbal Medicine.  Join Phil as he discusses the importance of ethical and sustainable phytomedicine making and prescribing.  Phil explores our human relationship with our environment and the interrelated effect of not just over-harvesting, but bush fires, bees, floods and much more on the availability of our herbs.  You’ll hear about the differences between wildcrafted and cultivated plants in regard to growing, harvesting and sustainability issues, as well as specific herbal medicine examples.  Phil also talks about possible substitutions for some of our favourite herbs at risk of becoming endangered and the options and resources available for practitioners.  This podcast is a must listen for herb lovers who are passionate about ensuring a sustainable future for herbal medicine. ---Phil has practiced as a phytotherapist in Auckland for 27 years.   He is also the founder and R&D Manager of Phytomed, a manufacturer producing herbal extracts for practitioners in New Zealand and Australia, and the Kiwiherb range of herbal products.  Phil has written and presented extensively on a wide range herbal subjects for practitioner, consumer and industry audiences, is a founding director of the New Zealand industry body Natural Health Products New Zealand, an Honorary Lecturer in Pharmacy at the University of Auckland, and is currently the President of the New Zealand Association of Medical Herbalists.  Phil has always held a keen interest in plants, and the many ways in which to make them into efficacious medicines.  He is a keen advocate for the incorporation of native and more local plants into the materia medica of practitioners in Australia and New Zealand, and for the statutory regulation of medical herbalists and naturopaths.  Before pursuing herbal medicine he undertook research on antidepressant drugs and serotonin and worked for more than 10 years as a pharmacist. - Phil Rasmussen  M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK),  M.N.H.A.A; F.N.Z.A.M.H.  DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Welcome to another exciting episode of Tech Talk with OptimalRx, the final podcast in our diabetes  trilogy.   Join Kristin and Julianne as they chat with New Zealand Phytotherapist, Phil Rasmussen.  Phil discusses the potential for phytomedicines to positively impact type 3 diabetes, a newly identified type of diabetes that manifests as insulin resistance within the brain.  As type 3 diabetes may impact neurocognition and contribute to the aetiology of Alzheimer’s disease, it is valuable to explore the role of phytomedicines in this condition and their ability to promote brain health and cognition via unique mechanisms and pathways. Other podcasts in this series include: Diabetes – Understanding the Renal and Cardiovascular ConnectionPhytomedicines for Type 2 Diabetes wth Carrun Squires---Phil has practiced as a phytotherapist in Auckland for 27 years.   He is also the founder and R&D Manager of Phytomed, a manufacturer producing herbal extracts for practitioners in New Zealand and Australia, and the Kiwiherb range of herbal products.  Phil has written and presented extensively on a wide range herbal subjects for practitioner, consumer and industry audiences, is a founding director of the New Zealand industry body Natural Health Products New Zealand, an Honorary Lecturer in Pharmacy at the University of Auckland, and is currently the President of the New Zealand Association of Medical Herbalists.  Phil has always held a keen interest in plants, and the many ways in which to make them into efficacious medicines.  He is a keen advocate for the incorporation of native and more local plants into the materia medica of practitioners in Australia and New Zealand, and for the statutory regulation of medical herbalists and naturopaths.  Before pursuing herbal medicine he undertook research on antidepressant drugs and serotonin and worked for more than 10 years as a pharmacist. - Phil Rasmussen  M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK),  M.N.H.A.A; F.N.Z.A.M.H.  DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Julianne and Kristin are joined by Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Diabetes Educator, Carrun Squires, where they discuss the very relevant topic of diabetes.  In this episode, Carrun explains the pathophysiology, early signs and symptoms of this condition, as well as her favourite phytomedicines used in clinic to treat patients.  Carrun discusses some interesting research pertaining to the positive effects of conventional diabetic medications used in conjunction with phytomedicines and also chats about the relevance of the gastrointestinal microbiota.  Learn how you can further support your patients with type 2 diabetes and get an insight into the Live Webinar about ‘Phytomedicines for Type 2 Diabetes’ Carrun is presenting on the 20th of July 2022.With more than 15 years of clinical experience, Carrun has made it her mission to help people identify health issues that may have dysglycaemias as the underlying cause.Carrun has pursued further post-graduate studies in the area of dietary, nutritional and herbal management of metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and their related complications.  Applying this unique combination of complementary and mainstream understandings of dysglycaemia sees Carrun providing a wholistic approach, empowering her clients to make changes that can delay or arrest the development of chronic disease.You can find Carrun at www.carrunsquires.com and on Facebook and Instagram at @carrunsquiresnaturopath.DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Julianne and Kristin as they explore the important connections between diabetes and both renal and cardiovascular health.  You will hear Julianne talk about the general pathophysiology that occurs in the microvasculature as a result of type 2 diabetes, the major herbal treatment aims to address this, as well as her favourite phytomedicines to support the vasculature.  Kristin then discusses the impact of type 2 diabetes on the kidneys and explains the signs, symptoms, pathogenesis timeline and pathology markers that provide an insight into our patients’ kidney health, as well as a number of nephroprotective phytomedicines that we can utilise.Want to skip ahead?  The main topics discussed in this podcast are time-stamped below (chapter markers are also available). Cardiovascular connection with type 2 diabetes  (01:40) Herbal medicines to support the vasculature  (14:14) Renal connection with type 2 diabetes (25:30) Herbal medicines to support the kidneys  (43:56)  DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Julianne and Kristin are joined by Gordon Carruthers, a renowned Naturopath and Herbalist based in Perth, Western Australia.  Gordon has a particular interest in treating stress, anxiety and depression and indeed the whole sympathetic nervous system with the litany of conditions that flow from that area.  Experiences in recent years have drawn his interest to the cardiovascular system, the heart in particular.  In this podcast you will hear Gordon discuss the modern day presentations of cardiovascular disease as well as the phytomedicines he uses to manage these conditions.  Gordon also discusses his interest in sclerology and iridology and how he utilises this knowledge to identify systems and organs within the body that may need support.DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Julianne and Kristin in this TechTalk episode as they talk with The 2022 ATMS Fertility Symposium Speaker, Rhiannon Hardingham.   Rhiannon Hardingham is an experienced fertility naturopath, presenter, practitioner mentor and author, and a lead member of the specialist team of multi-disciplinary practitioners at Melbourne’s Fertile Ground Health Group. Rhiannon is committed to the successful integration of natural and conventional medicine, frequently working alongside Melbourne’s top fertility doctors to achieve the best outcomes for her patients. As testament to this, Rhiannon is routinely invited to present on the topic of collaborative patient care to medical professionals and naturopaths alike. After over 15 years of experience in the area of infertility and IVF support, Rhiannon provides professional mentoring for naturopaths in both group and individual settings. This highly specialised area is outside the scope of standard naturopathic education and as such, her reproductive and hormonal masterclass mentoring program at Fertile Ground Health Group is a rare opportunity for naturopaths to further their skills. Alongside her colleagues at Fertile Ground Health Group, Rhiannon has co-authored the book Create A Fertile Life. This comprehensive pre-conception healthcare guide for both patients and practitioners, has become a staple for those wishing to overcome infertility and prepare for a healthy pregnancy.DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Julianne and Kristin as they discuss the very pertinent topic of post viral syndrome.  They dive deep into the pathophysiology behind its signs and symptoms, as well as discuss herbal medicines that are profound in the management of this complex syndrome.    For more information, please visit our website, www.optimalrx.com.au Extra Podcast Links:Infectious Triggers of Autoimmune Disease with Kristin GilmourPhytomedicines and Microbiome Modulation with Julianne Grant DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you. www.optimalrx.com.au

Welcome to another edition of our Summer Series Edition of Tech Talk with OptimalRx.This month Julianne and Kristin discuss their favourite glycetracts used in clinic for female reproductive health.  You'll hear them talk about phytomedicines used in pre and post-partum states, menstrual irregularities, mental health and mood during the female cycle and much more.    A highly informative podcast that touches on many different aspects of female reproductive health and how to manage them using a wide range of phytomedicines in glycetract form.    www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Julianne and Kristin as they chat about their favourite herbal glycetracts used in patients presenting with allergies and asthma.   You will hear them discuss how they combine herbs and how they effectively treat and target specific conditions using herbal glycetracts.  The summer edition of the Tech Talk Podcasts are made for easy listening during the festive season.  Be sure to listen to the second podcast available in January focusing on glycetracts used in female reproductive health.   www.optimalrx.com.au

In this third and final podcast in the Oncology series, Julianne Grant and Kristin Gilmour talk with Dr. Lise Alschuler who is an experienced Naturopathic Doctor with board certification in Naturopathic Oncology and brings us her wealth of knowledge in this specialised area.    Dr. Lise Alschuler details how circadian rhythm disrupts the path to recovery,  and the unique contribution phytomedicines can have in restoring sleep to help optimise survivorship.   She also discusses her top herbs to restore stamina, mitochondrial function and reduce fatigue in this population group as well as the powerful phytomedicines which positively impact Neural Growth Factor to assist with  "Chemo Brain".  This podcast is designed as a teaser to our highly informative Herbal Webinar Oncology Series, Optimising Cancer Survivorship where Dr. Lise Alschuler also details research outcomes and provides practical examples of herbal medicine formulae, equipping practitioners with targeted phytomedicine interventions to consider along with further diet, lifestyle, and nutritional interventions. To learn more please visit www.optimalrx.com.au.  OptimalRx Herbal Medicines, Supplements and Educational Material is available to all OptimalRx registered healthcare professionals.  *****DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only.  The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you.***** www.optimalrx.com.au

In this insightful podcast,  Kristin and Julianne talk with Dr. Nalini Chilkov who discusses the use of herbal medicines in cancer care co-management, focusing on selected botanicals that influence the tumour microenvironment.  As a leading authority and pioneer in the field of Integrative Cancer Care, Dr. Nalini Chilkov provides clinicians with the practical information needed to become skilled and confident in serving the health needs of cancer patients.  In this podcast, Dr. Nalini Chilkov outlines the  specific phytomedicines indicated for immunomodulation, influencing tumour cell development, growth and proliferation, epigenetics, and the management of adverse effects from conventional therapies. Dr. Nalini Chilkov is the Founder of the American Institute of Integrative Oncology Research and Education (aiiore.com) and IntegrativeCancerAnswers.com.  It is her mission to change the face of cancer care so that every patient has a plan for their health and not just a plan for their disease at every phase of the cancer journey.  She is committed to training front line clinicians worldwide to become skilled and confident in serving the health needs of patients whose lives have been touched by cancer by utilising her OUTSMART CANCER SYSTEM.  She is the author of the best seller, 32 Ways to Outsmart Cancer and is recognised as an authority and pioneer in the fields of Integrative Cancer Care, Cancer Prevention and Immune Enhancement.  Dr. Chilkov has lectured at the Schools of Medicine at UCLA and UC Irvine and is a frequent expert resource to the media.  She brings over 35 years of experience with thousands of patients.  Her private practice is located in Santa Monica (Los Angeles), California. The Co-Management in Cancer Care webinar is part of the Oncology Series in our Clinical Advancements in Herbal Medicine educational series, available from here, from our website to all OptimalRx registered practitioners.      *****DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you.***** www.optimalrx.com.au

Join Kristin and Julianne as they discuss Phytomedicine in Cancer Prevention with Dr. Janet Schloss.  You'll hear Janet share her experience and research regarding genetic risks for developing cancer, how stress and post viral syndrome set up the environment for cancer growth as well as which herbs are best utilised in these situations.  Janet also gives great insight into which phytomedicines are best used to maintain telomerase activity and why this is important  in cancer prevention.  This podcast is a fantastic opportunity to get a glimpse into the areas covered in our Phytomedicine in Cancer Prevention Webinar with Dr. Janet Schloss, which is part of our Oncology Webinar Series. Dr. Janet Schloss is a Clinical Research Fellow and Lecturer at the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM).  Janet is an accomplished researcher with extensive experience in coordinating clinical trials.  In addition to her academic career, Janet is also a practicing Clinical Nutritionist and Naturopath with over 20 years’ experience. Following the completion of her doctorate in 2015, Janet has focused her research on supporting people who have cancer through studying the use of complementary medicines to assist side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Janet works with a number of Oncologists, assisting patients whilst they are undergoing medical treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, immunotherapy and hormone treatment.  She consults extensively with clients being treated for cancer and autoimmune conditions to reduce the likelihood of metastasis, tumour growth and inflammation while building immune modulation and improving overall health and wellbeing.If you are a registered Herbalist or Naturopath and would like to learn more, our Webinar with Dr. Janet Schloss, Phytomedicine in Cancer Prevention, will be available in October 2021 from www.optimalrx.com.au  *****DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you.***** www.optimalrx.com.au

Pandemics can place incredible psychological pressure on all members of our community.  In particular, our paediatric population are facing tremendously difficult times of isolation from their peers and extended family, remote learning and cessation of structured activities such as sport.  Children are navigating increased exposure to negative information, as well as high levels of stress from changes to their sleep, eating, exercise and social habits, as well as increased screen time, and this pertinent podcast is designed to help Naturopaths and Herbalists best support their paediatric patients.Join Julianne and Kristin as they discuss their real life paediatric cases, their favourite phytomedicines and how particular herbs, and especially glycetracts along with flower essences, helped their younger patients manage the anxiety associated with the current pandemic.  You will hear a guest speaker join the conversation, who sought help from both Julianne and Kristin and how the remedy helped transform her young child.   This raw, emotional and honest podcast is not only beneficial for Naturopaths and Herbalists, but for families who are experiencing the impact of 2020/21 life as we know it.To learn more, be sure to read our From the Desk September 2021 issue.   *****DISCLAIMER: All information provided via OptimalRx is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for independent professional advice.  Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health. Thank you.***** www.optimalrx.com.au