The Nuanced Naturopaths

Join BHSc Naturopaths, Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree, as they intellectually traverse the challenging waters of the natural medicine world. When it comes to health, the 'right' answers are often nuanced, unique and open-ended. Julie and Karinda are dedicated to dancing in these grey areas. Holistic medicine, clinical research, traditional remedies, naturopathy, the wellness industry, herbal medicine, nutrition, food as medicine, healthy lifestyles, biohacking, functional medicine, busting wellness myths plus tips, hints & hacks for your health - these two naturopaths will cover it all!

The Nuanced Naturopaths is a health podcast hosted by Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree, with 66 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Julie Forrester and Karinda Maree hosts The Nuanced Naturopaths, a health show with 66 episodes published.

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  The Nuanced Naturopaths

  Honest Chats about Medication, Weight & Metabolism | Vyvanse & Mounjaro | Can We Use Pharmaceuticals More Wisely? | Nuance of Weight Gain & Emotional Eating

  Aug 9, 20261h 6m

  Julie and Karinda record a spontaneous outdoor episode discussing Julie’s experience using Vyvanse for ADHD and Mounjaro (a GLP‑1) for fat loss, and their concern that use is outpacing long‑term safety and interaction data. Julie shares side effects that seemed to track with weekly dosing and dose increases. They touch on dosing, microdosing, weight “set point” research, and emotional links to overeating. 00:00 Cold Open Cafe Setup 01:45 AI Analogy And Unknowns 04:06 Personal Context Vyvanse 07:12 Tool Not Lifestyle 10:57 Mixing Meds Data Gaps 13:04 Mounjaro Side Effects Nutrition 18:10 Constipation Hydration Explained 23:34 Microdosing Doctor Talk 27:12 Gut Recovery & Ginger Tips 29:43 Sweeteners And Hidden Sugar 32:54 Back to Real Food 33:18 Faith and Natural Health 34:26 Adipostat Set Point Explained 37:25 Diet Breaks to Reset 38:37 Microdosing Mounjaro Plan 40:40 Safety and Emotional Eating 46:49 Childhood Food Rules 50:49 New Symptoms and Dysautonomia 56:45 Stopping Meds and Next Steps 01:00:32 Holistic Takeaways and Farewell Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced! WATCH US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNuancedNaturopaths CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ jufonaturopath.com.au CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ karindawholistix.com.au

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  The Nuanced Naturopaths

  Ep 62 | Why Are We Scared of The Sun? In Defense of Sunlight & Naked Cartwheels in The Sun | Nuanced Advice on Sun Exposure & Sun Protection

  Jun 21, 20261h 10m

  Julie and Karinda are back from the NHAA Herbal Medicine Summit to tackle one of the most controversial, misunderstood topics in functional health: sunlight. Inspired by the hot-off-the-press book, In Defense of Sunlight by Rowan Jacobsen, they look past the rigid “slip, slop, slap” messaging to explore why sun avoidance might actually be driving our chronic disease epidemic. From the evolutionary biology of pale skin and blue eyes, to how your skin microbiome builds UV-resistant, cancer-fighting bacteria when exposed to natural light, this episode is a masterclass in circadian nuance. Ready to take this deeper and build your own strategic light routine? Join us for our upcoming live masterclass, Returning to Our Natural Rhythm: How to Use Sunlight and Darkness for Whole Body Health and Healing , on Thursday, July 2nd at 6:30 PM AEST. We’ll show you how to assess your skin type, build a solar callus, and optimise your circadian biology from sunrise to bedtime. 👉 Click here to claim your spot live or get the replay! ~ MENTIONED IN THIS EP: Book: In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure by Rowan Jacobson (2026) Nature Book Review Study: Cell (2021) Study: Nature (2023) — Skin microbiome of lifeguards Dr. Richard Weller The Nuanced Naturopaths Episode: Making Vitamin D vs. Taking Vitamin D The Nuanced Naturopaths with Rebecca Edwards on Vaginal & Oral Microbiome , and on Probiotic Myth Busting ~ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 NHAA Summit Debrief & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 07:00 How to Get Speaking Opportunities as a New Grad (The Power of Saying Yes) 13:36 Nature Book Review: “Naked Cartwheels in the Sun” & Rowan Jacobson’s Book 19:17 Growing Up in the '70s vs. Modern Sun Phobia 23:34 The Truth About Melanoma: Why It Occurs in Areas Never Exposed to Light 27:00 Why Vitamin D Supplements Can't Replace the 50+ Metabolites Produced by UVB 31:52 The Swedish Study: How Sun Exposure Reduces All-Cause Mortality 33:24 Evolutionary Biology: Pale Skin, Blue Eyes, and Southern Hemisphere Sun 38:55 Urocanic Acid & The Eye-Skin Mismatch (Why Sunglasses Block Skin Protection) 47:53 The Skin Microbiome: How Lifeguards Develop UV-Resistant, Cancer-Fighting Bacteria 53:45 The Skin-Brain-Gonad Axis: Sunlight on Genitals & Sex Hormones (The 2021 Cell Study) 58:16 Masterclass Invite: “Returning to Our Natural Rhythm” (July 2nd) 59:36 The Mind-Blowing Cardiovascular Stat: Sun Abstinence vs. Heart Disease 01:01:55 Why Your Doctor Still Prescribes “Slip, Slop, Slap” (Clinical Guidelines Lag) 01:05:37 Taking Your Medical Power Back & Self-Led Education ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia.

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  The Nuanced Naturopaths

  Ep 61 | All About Creatine | Naturopaths Bust Myths & Talk Facts About Creatine Supplementation | Creatine Benefits, Research and Nuance for Women, Aging, and Genetics

  Apr 16, 202654 min

  A very nuanced deep dive into creatine, starting off with some technical difficulties and audio glitches! Thanks for bearing with us! In this episode of The Nuanced Naturopaths, we unpack creatine supplementation amid its growing popularity; we don’t commonly rely on it, but are frequently asked about it. We explain what creatine is, how it supports ATP energy production, and why it has been viewed as a “gym bro” supplement, then review evidence for benefits including improved strength, power, lean mass, some anaerobic performance measures, and potential cognitive effects like reduced mental fatigue and improved memory, especially in people with low baseline creatine. There's nuances for vegetarians/vegans, older adults, and midlife women, including lower creatine stores in women and estrogen’s role in creatine production. We address myths about sufficiency from diet, genetic/methylation considerations (homocysteine, MTHFR, B vitamins), and safety concerns such as kidney risk with high-dose protocols, emphasizing individualized assessment and evidence-based dosing. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Cold Open Tech Chaos 00:45 Why Creatine Now 04:01 Creatine Basics Explained 05:18 Beyond Gym Bro Uses 08:36 Key Benefits Overview 09:51 Brain Fog And Aging Links 13:34 Myth Body Makes Enough 14:14 Estrogen Creatine Connection 16:05 Cycle Cravings And Energy 19:56 Perimenopause Signals 21:35 Should We Override Biology 23:16 Lifestyle First Approach 24:33 Myth Three Gene Effects 28:33 Methylation Cycle Basics 31:37 Homocysteine And Creatine 35:04 Symptoms Of Poor Methylation 36:54 Last Myth Safety Concerns 39:24 Dosing Protocols Explained 42:01 Trusted Evidence Resources 48:10 Nuance And Next Steps 51:18 Wrap Up And Subscribe ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE CONNECT WITH KARINDA ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

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  The Nuanced Naturopaths

  Ep 60 I All About Functional Testing I Hormone, Stool, Genomic & Hair Testing for Complex Health Issues | Functional Testing in Naturopathy: When It Helps, When It’s Optional, and Why Context Matters

  Mar 9, 202641 min

  Today we discuss the benefits and limits of functional testing, emphasizing patient-centred, tailored decisions rather than blanket protocols, especially given cost and the value of thorough history, case taking, and clinical exams. We explain that tests are snapshots in time, results can be delayed, and fundamentals like sleep, circadian rhythm, hydration, nutrition, and nervous system regulation can be addressed while waiting, noting some supplements and diet changes can skew results. We share examples where genomic testing clarified B-vitamin needs, and where hair mineral analysis plus gut and organic acids testing revealed toxic copper driving mineral transport issues. We contrast comprehensive testing with GP panels, detailing the DUTCH test’s broader hormone, metabolite, toxin, cortisol, and melatonin insights and the importance of timing hormone testing seven days post-ovulation. They also outline advanced stool testing methods and markers, discuss celiac-related findings, and frame genetic risk as modifiable by environment. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Why Functional Testing Matters 00:32 Test Don’t Guess Debate 02:23 Keeping Testing Patient Centered 04:03 What To Do While Waiting 05:48 When Patients Request Tests 07:43 Case Study Hair Minerals Copper 11:22 Avoiding Blanket Test Funnels 12:57 DUTCH Test vs Standard Hormones 15:58 Estrogen Metabolism and Risk 18:07 Timing Hormone Tests Right 19:52 Cycle Tracking and Perimenopause 21:00 Progesterone in Men 22:15 Advanced Stool Testing 23:05 Metagenomics and Cultures 25:21 Inflammation and Celiac Markers 27:09 Gluten and Autoimmunity 28:30 GP Tests vs Comprehensive Panels 29:11 Parasites Candida and Terrain 31:51 Health Focused Genomics 35:30 Methylation and Fertility Risk 36:22 Genes Environment and Wrap Up 39:37 Podcast Outro and Events ~ Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

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  The Nuanced Naturopaths

  Ep 59 I Testing 101 I The Pros & Cons of Blood Tests, Bone Scans & More | Getting Accurate Blood Tests | How Naturopaths Look at Blood Tests Differently

  Mar 2, 202640 min

  Julie and Karinda explain how many GPs primarily flag only results outside reference ranges to identify frank disease states, while they also use functional/optimal ranges and compare multiple markers over time using historical results to spot trends and support prevention. They outline practical factors that can skew blood tests—fasting too long (aim ~10 hours; avoid >12), exercising (even up to 48 hours prior), stress, illness/recovery, dehydration, and timing/queues — encouraging consistency across tests, including seasonality. They discuss Australia’s Medicare limits influencing GP test ordering and note naturopaths can arrange private tests. Other GP-aligned testing covered includes coronary artery calcium scoring for cardiovascular risk and DEXA/bone testing (including an ultrasound option with fragility scoring), plus concerns about medication side effects and interactions. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Menopause Real Talk 00:50 Welcome and Topic Setup 02:15 How Doctors Read Bloods 04:27 Blood Tests Are Snapshots 06:12 Fasting Done Right 07:45 Exercise and Other Confounders 11:10 Hydration and Needle Tips 13:07 Timing Your Lab Visit 15:04 After Dinner Snack Hack 17:26 Naturopathic Functional Ranges 18:55 Functional Ranges Explained 20:37 Tracking Trends Over Time 22:11 Standardizing Test Conditions 24:13 Skewed Reference Ranges 27:40 GP Limits and Medicare Rules 29:45 Private Testing Options 32:02 Heart Risk Calcium Score 36:09 Bone Density and Fragility 39:20 Part Two Teaser Wrap Reach out to the Nuanced Naturopaths ⁠⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠⁠ ! Send us your feedback, questions & episode requests. ⁠⁠Check out our Nuanced & Nourished Membership here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠ ~ CONNECT WITH JULIE: ⁠⁠⁠ Email⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book in with Julie⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KARINDA: ⁠⁠⁠ Email⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book in with Karinda⁠⁠ ~ DISCLAIMER FOR PUBLIC: The contents of this podcast or any information mentioned is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you're seeking assistance with your health, please contact an accredited healthcare professional. If you'd like personalised support with your health, you can book a session with Julie or Karinda using the links above. DISCLAIMER FOR HEALTH PRACTITIONERS: The content provided is intended for entertainment and educational purposes. The information discussed in this podcast is not a substitute for professional training. While the authors/hosts make every effort to provide the most up-to-date data and evidence on naturopathic information, this content should not necessarily be considered standard of care and may not reflect individual practices within or outside of Australia. ~ The Nuanced Naturopaths Podcast is a friendly conversation between two friends, us! Karinda and Julie. We’re passionate about finding the nuance in natural health. As degree-qualified naturopaths, we like to ask the questions that need to be asked - about all aspects of health, healing and well-being. We delight in questioning firmly held beliefs and finding the nuance in all subjects health-related and beyond. Sometimes it can get a little technical, but hopefully we explain things in a way that's accessible to anyone interested in natural health, whether you’re a practitioner or someone who wants to learn more and optimise your wellbeing. It’s a chat about poop, periods and everything in between - buckle up for a laugh, a cry and for some things you are yet to consider about your health! Stay nuanced!

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