The Enlightened Pharmacist

In this episode, Richard Game shares his journey from physiotherapy to functional medicine and biohacking, emphasizing the importance of mindset, nutrition, and movement in achieving optimal health. He discusses the significance of understanding biomarkers, affordable biohacking strategies, and the role of ancestral nutrition in modern diets. Richard also highlights the importance of raising healthy children and the impact of regenerative agriculture on food supply. The conversation concludes with practical daily health optimization practices that anyone can implementShownotes can be foundhttps://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/richard-game/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Health and Wellness02:58 Richard’s Journey to Functional Medicine05:54 Mindset and Chronic Health Conditions08:53 Defining Optimal Health11:53 Biohacking Basics and Strategies15:13 Understanding Biomarkers and Testing17:48 Affordable Biohacking for Everyone21:09 Movement and Exercise Recommendations24:07 Power-Based Training and Hormesis27:13 Raising a Healthy Child30:10 Vital Origin and Ancestral Nutrition32:57 Daily Health Optimization Practices

Therese, a pharmacist and health coach, discusses the myths surrounding HRT and menopause, addressing symptoms, risks, and benefits. She provides practical strategies for managing inflammation and offers personalized support for women navigating menopause.TakeawaysHRT myths and truthsPractical strategies for managing inflammationChapters00:00 Understanding Menopause and Symptoms08:18 Clarifying HRT Risks and Benefits15:06 Challenges and Realities of HRT32:28 Practical Support for WomenFor show notes, go to www.theenlightenedpharmacist.com/menopause1

Welcome to The Enlightened Pharmacist. If you've ever wondered whether your healthy habits—like diet changes, exercise, or stress management—are truly making a difference, you're not alone. In this episode, I share how results from a NutriStat test from a case study of a client can help us 'look under the hood' and reveal our health 'blindspots'. Why? Because NutriStat offers a deep-dive into biomarkers, revealing what's really happening beneath the surface. With Fiona Chin, health expert and co-founder of Kidney Coach, we'll demystify how these results can guide real wellness—not just guesswork. What You'll Gain from Listening: 1   Actionable Insights: Learn how to interpret complex lab results and turn them into targeted, practical changes for your health. 2   Expert Guidance: Fiona shares her proven strategies for managing kidney health, detox pathways, and metabolic balance, backed by years of clinical experience. 3   Real-Life Application: Discover how to bridge the gap between clinical science and everyday decisions, making sense of biomarkers like fasting glucose, eGFR, heavy metals, and more. Other episodes you'll enjoy:   1.     Introduction to The Enlightened Pharmacist 2.     Dr Marc Cohen – Smart Health & Wellness 3.     Nicole Bijlsma Environmental Toxins Impacting Health & What You Can Do 4.     Dr Ron Ehlrich: Holistic Dentistry & How It Can Improve Your Breathing 5.     Dr Sandeep Gupta: Reverse Engineers Type 2 Diabetes 6.     Dr James Muecke: What an Eye Surgeon is Doing to Prevent Blindness 7.     Shivaun Conn Transforms My Potato Chips Addiction 8.     Prof Gary Egger: Lifestye Medicine, Find Your Flow & Fulfill Your Life's Purpose 9.     Catherine Saxelby: Australia's Award Winning Nutritionist & How You Can Eat Healthy 10.  Dr David Cowhig: Top Strategies for Effective & Holistic Options for Healthy Teeth & Gums 11.  Dr Nelum Dharmapriya: How to Achieve Weight Loss without Feeling Hangry 12.  Prof Grant Schofield: The Impact of Glutamate Excitotoxicity on Mental Health 13.  Dr Kathleen Holton: Feeding Your Brain Key Nutrients for Optimal Health 14.  Saalihah Sedat: Building Community for Business, Mental Health, and Personal Growth 15.  Yvonne Coleman: Unveiling the Secrets of Drug-Nutrient Interactions 16.  Prof Julia Rucklidge: Transforming Mental Health with Nutrients 17.  Dr Michelle Woolhouse: Uncovering the Wonder Within: Conquering Stress, Burnout, and Finding Joy  18.  Navigating Metabolic Wellness with Dr Louis Phillips – Don't be a TOFI (Thin-Outside-Fat–Inside) 19.  Shannon Swales: From Burnout to Recover: Turning Lemons into Lemonade 20.  Dr Peter Brukner Revolutionizing Health with The Power of 'Just Eat Real Food' 21.  Unmasking Oxalates: Understanding Toxic Superfoods with Sally Norton 22.  Dr Dinesh Palipana: A Journey to Resilience and Overcoming Adversity  23.  Dr Matthew Phillips: Feeding Your Brain ~ A Nutritional Approach to Neurological Health  24.  Dr Gina Cleo: How to Transform Bad Habits into Good Habits 25.  Dr Carolyn Ee: Simplying Health By Embracing Self-Compassion & Mindfulness 26.  Dr Jessica Turton: Personalized Strategies for Optimal Gut Health 27.  Joe Cohen 1 Decoding Your Destiny & Navigating the World of Precision Health 28.  Joe Cohen 2 Decoding Your Destiny & Navigating the World of Precision Health 29.  Paul Jaminet: How an Astrophysicist Optimizes Nutrition & Pioneers New Cancer Therapies 30.  Carolyn Ledowsky: Unlocking Fertility, How MTHFR & Methylation Can Transform 31.  Dr. Vyvyane Loh Revolutionizing Health By Preventing Chronic Diseases (Part 1) 32.  Dr. Vyvyane Loh Revolutionizing Health By Preventing Chronic Diseases (Part 2) 33.  Kylie Van Luyn: From Survival Mode to Self-Mastery: Rewiring Your Mindset 34.  Fiona Chin: Biohacking Autoimmune Disease & Optimizing Longevity 35.  Ananda Mahony: Beyond Pain medicines: The Nervous System, Nutrition & the Real Roots of Chronic Pain 36.  Theresa Loo: Unlocking Personalised Wellness – How DNA Testing Can Transform Your Health, Nutrition & Lifestyle 37.  Fiona Chin's Secrets & Tips on KYGENESIS®: Transform Your Kidney Health Naturally 

Ready to take control of your kidney health and get inspired by real-life results? Tune into this episode as we sit down with Fiona Chin, co-founder of Kidney Coach and creator of KYGENESIS® supplements. In this episode, Fiona shares her journey from clinical practice to developing powerful, science-backed kidney protocols that have transformed lives around the world. Discover actionable tips from a naturopathic expert: learn what drives kidney decline, how to choose the safest and most effective supplements, and which daily habits truly make a difference. If you want trusted, practical advice from someone with decades of experience empowering kidney patients—this episode is a must-listen. Unlock life-changing insights, hear real success stories, and get the guidance you need to thrive—listen now! Visit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ for science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease.  

Welcome to the Enlightened Pharmacist podcast—a place where science meets soul on your wellness journey. Join Therese, consultant pharmacist and passionate wellness researcher, as she unpacks how your DNA, nutrition, and lifestyle can empower you to feel your best. Teaser from This Episode:
Ever wondered, "Why does caffeine make me jittery while my friend sleeps fine?" Or why two people have opposite results from the same diet?
In this episode, you'll hear:"DNA is like your body's instruction manual… For example, why some people thrive on a high-fat diet or why stress hits harder for some. I always remind clients: DNA is not your destiny—it's information. And when you use it wisely, it can empower real change."Curious to learn how DNA analysis can unlock energy, clarity, and long-term wellness? I'll break down the science (no jargon!), practical steps, and caveats so you can decide if personalised health is right for you. For show notes, go to https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/tldna/Visit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease. 

Today, I'm joined by someone whose work I've admired deeply—Ananda Mahony. Ananda is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, Pain Educator, and Lecturer at Torrens University, helping groups and individuals resolve chronic pain and complex health issues. She's studied human nutrition at a post-grad level, completed a Master's in the Science of Pain Management at the University of Sydney, and is a proud member of the Australian Pain Society.Now, if you're a health practitioner like me, you've probably felt this too—that heartbreaking moment when a patient tells you they can no longer garden, walk, or travel because pain rules their life. They've tried medications, seen multiple specialists, and they're still suffering. You feel powerless. You question what else can be done.We know the evidence for pain medications is limited. The side effects—depression, fatigue, opioid-induced hyperalgesia—often do more harm than good. And chronic pain isn't just physical. It lives in the nervous system, in trauma, in beliefs, in relationships, in the gut. That's why it's one of the hardest conditions to tackle alone.So how do we support people who are stuck in this pain loop?Enter the brave and brilliant Ananda Mahony—who brings clinical experience, academic insight, and deep compassion to the space of pain healing. In this episode, we go beyond the pills and protocols to explore the foundations of real relief—nervous system regulation, nutrition, sleep, attachment patterns, and the biopsychosocial lens of pain.You'll walk away with a new understanding of how pain develops, how it becomes wired in, and what we as practitioners—and humans—can do to gently unwind it.Let's dive in.Visit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ for science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease.   

Are you feeling frustrated, exhausted, and hopeless in your battle with autoimmune disease or chronic illness? Have you been told there's nothing more you can do—except take medication and wait for things to get worse? If you're struggling with a neurological autoimmune condition, kidney disease, or just want to optimize your longevity, this episode is for you. Today, I'm joined by the incredible Fiona Chin, a naturopath, biohacker, and longevity expert with over 20 years of experience helping people reclaim their health. Fiona is the co-founder of Kidney Coach and Kygenesis, where she empowers people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to take control of their health naturally. She also hosts The Kidney Coach Podcast, where she shares insights on functional medicine, biohacking, and healing chronic illness. In this conversation, Fiona will break down the science into simple, actionable steps, sharing how diet, lifestyle & injectable peptides  can be used to not only manage but potentially regulate autoimmune conditions and improve overall longevity. Visit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ for science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease.   

Are you running on empty, constantly prioritizing others over yourself, only to realize that when crisis hits, you have nothing left to give?Life can be challenging. We juggle, nurture, and push forward, often at the expense of our own well-being. But what happens when life throws a cyclone—literal or figurative—our way? When we're exhausted, overwhelmed, and spiraling into worst-case scenarios, how do we stop, reset, and truly care for ourselves from the inside out?That's where my guest, Kylie Van Luyn, comes in. She's a Master NLP Practitioner, Mindset Mentor, and a true expert in rewiring our thoughts for resilience and self-leadership. Kylie's expertise in mindset transformation, trauma recovery, and psychological safety is next level. She has this rare gift of cutting through the noise and helping people shift from survival mode to self-empowerment.Kylie helps women break free from self-sabotage, guilt-driven burnout, and unconscious conditioning—transforming their mindset, habits, and approach to self-care.I know this firsthand. During Cyclone Alfred, my mindset was unraveling. My worries about power outages, food waste, mold exposure, and my genetics hijacked my ability to stay present. I felt trapped in an exhausting mental loop—until I worked with Kylie. She helped me reframe my thoughts, process my emotions, and reconnect with what truly mattered.On today's episode, we're unpacking:
1.     Why self-care is not what the wellness industry sells you
2.     How crisis can be a catalyst for deep transformation
3.     The mindset shifts that turn fear into empowerment
4.     Practical NLP strategies to rewire your brain for resilience
5.     The daily habits that create lasting self-leadershipIf you've ever felt guilt around prioritizing yourself or struggled with stress, fear, or burnout—this episode will shift your perspective and give you actionable tools to reclaim your well-being.Visit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ for science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease.

Welcome back to "The Enlightened Pharmacist"! In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, we explored her incredible journey through health and wellness, learning how she transitioned from facing her own metabolic challenges to becoming a leading advocate for personalized care in preventing chronic diseases. Dr. Loh is a remarkable physician who wears many hats – she's board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, a dance choreographer, and an award-winning fiction writer. I will put links to Part 1 in the show notes.Today, we are excited to dive deeper into Dr. Loh's expertise on guiding patients to achieve sustainable weight loss. We'll be discussing the critical steps she takes, from diagnosis and DEXA scans to tailored diet and lifestyle strategies. Dr. Loh will share motivational tips, exercise routines, and her holistic approach to ensuring long-term health and well-being. Get ready to uncover actionable insights that you can apply to your own health journey!In This Episode, You'll Find:Insightful Interview with Vyvyane who has transformed countless weight loss journeys How to Hack Metabolism to Regulate EnergyThe Hidden Diagnosis of Fatty Liver DiseaseDEXA vs. Bioimpedance MeasurementsImportance of Prioritizing Protein.Solutions to Reset Body CompositionBenefits of Eating Like Our AncestorsVisit https://theenlightenedpharmacist.com/ for science-based articles, DNA resources, and coaching that's science-backed, faith-inspired, and focused on prevention—not just treating disease.

Welcome back to "The Enlightened Pharmacist"! Have you ever felt frustrated by conflicting healthcare recommendations or left in the dark about your own health journey? If so, you're not alone.In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, we explored her incredible journey through health and wellness, learning how she transitioned from facing her own metabolic challenges to becoming a leading advocate for personalized care in preventing chronic diseases.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Revolutionary Alternatives to Chronic Disease Prevention: Learn about Dr. Loh's innovative approaches to preventing and reversing chronic diseases. Discover why current mainstream medicines are not always curative and how Dr. Loh's methods offer a powerful alternative.No One Size Fits All: Understand why general healthcare guidelines often fall short. Dr. Loh emphasizes the importance of personalized care tailored to each individual's unique needs and circumstances.Dr. Loh's Personal Journey: Hear about Dr. Loh's own health challenges as a conventionally trained doctor. Facing burnout and increasing metabolic dysfunction, she realized her own A1c levels (a marker for average blood sugar levels) were rising. This personal alarm, coupled with her family history of diabetes, led her to clean the slate and find solutions that she now shares with her patients.Creative Integration: Discover how Dr. Loh's creative pursuits as a fiction author and dancer have influenced her holistic approach to healthcare. She shares how these creative outlets have helped her design programs that benefit both patients and clinicians.