Fixing Metabolic Dysfunction with Lara Briden

Naturopathic Doctor Lara Briden unpacks metabolic dysfunction and shares insights from her latest book, Metabolism Repair for Women. We explore why so many women struggle with metabolic health, how to support it naturally, and the key role hormones play. Lara debunks common myths and offers practical strategies to restore metabolic balance. Plus, we discuss how metabolic health changes over time and how women can adapt during perimenopause and menopause. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Intermittent fasting expert Gin Stephens shares her transformative journey with fasting, offering a wealth of knowledge on how it works, its health benefits, and practical tips for integrating fasting into your life. We’ll also debunk common misconceptions and dive into the research behind fasting. Whether you're new to fasting or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss! For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Naturopathic Nutritionist Jess Shand explores the vital role of hormones – those tiny yet powerful chemical messengers that significantly impact our health. She debunks common hormone myths, shares valuable insights into understanding your hormonal health, and offers practical tips to help you take control of your cycle. Jess also highlights the importance of a whole-body approach to balancing hormones and optimising overall wellbeing. Plus, she shares her inspiring personal health journey and gives us a sneak peek of her new book, The Hormone Balance Handbook. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Viridian’s Nutrition Educator, Phil Beard, joins us to discuss how to naturally support and balance our mood - an especially important topic as we head into the colder months. We dive into some of the common causes of mood challenges, including Seasonal Affective Disorder and hormonal imbalances, and how these can impact both our emotional and physical well-being. Phil shares natural strategies for managing and improving mood through diet, nutrition, lifestyle changes and herbal medicine. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Naturopath Dee Clough discusses Bach flower essences for supporting emotional well-being. Dee explains what Bach flowers are and how they work to support balancing emotional states such as stress, anxiety and grief. She guides us through selecting the right flower essences and incorporating them into your daily routine, whether for yourself, your family, or even your pets. If you've ever been curious about the benefits of Bach flowers, this episode is both enlightening and practical. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Health Coach and Personal Trainer Claire Farrell shares insights on how women in midlife can achieve weight loss and fitness in a healthy, sustainable way. She explores the significant physical, hormonal and emotional changes women encounter during this stage, as well as the common barriers to shedding excess pounds and incorporating exercise into their routines. Claire also offers valuable dietary and lifestyle recommendations, along with tailored exercise strategies to help women feel their best. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Nutritional Therapist and Nutrigenomics specialist Vicky Godfrey chats to us about the rapidly evolving field of nutrigenomics and how our genes are impacted by nutrition and lifestyle factors. We dive into detoxification, exploring factors that impact detoxification, signs and symptoms of toxin overload and how you can support your body’s natural detox processes. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Homeopath Zoe Scanlan reveals how homeopathy can support those struggling with anxiety and overwhelm. Zoe breaks down the core principles of homeopathy, shares the dos and don'ts of using remedies, and highlights the most effective homeopathic remedies for different types of anxiety. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

In this enlightening discussion, Dr Jenny Goodman shares her insights on getting healthy in toxic times. She explains what "toxic times" really means, the common toxins found in our homes and environment, and their effects on our health. Dr Jenny offers practical tips on reducing toxin exposure and shares dietary and lifestyle changes that can enhance your resilience against toxins. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/

Natural Vegan Chef, Niki Webster, shares her inspiring career journey, including what sparked her interest to become a Vegan Natural Chef and how she got started in the industry. We delve into her typical working day, the most rewarding aspects of her career, and the challenges she's encountered along the way. Niki provides valuable guidance for aspiring natural chefs and discusses her experience as a cookbook author, covering everything from the inspiration behind her books to the challenges of publishing and marketing. For more information and the show notes, head to the CNM podcast website. Stay updated by following CNM on:Website: https://www.cnmpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeofnaturopathicmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNM.UK/