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The human body is fascinating in its functions. It can be considered like a numbers game. We have evolved 11 complex organ systems to walk, talk, breathe, digest, think, and live. These systems then require one or more of the thousands of types of biochemical reactions to occur. These reactions take place within our cells, and there are approximately 37 trillion cells within the human body. In each cell, there are a billion biochemical processes happening within a second. So when the nutrients needed for these critical functions are not available? Well, no wonder we don’t feel our best.

Nutrient deficiencies can commonly be identified in physical symptoms, like weak bones, cramped muscles, and sore eyes. But some of the more intangible symptoms can be the most worrying - deficiencies can result in patients feeling like a shell of who they used to be. We’re continuing our investigative series into some of the most common nutrient deficiencies on this week’s episode of the Luminous Body podcast! We’ll be exploring all your deficiency questions and focusing on some well-known (and some less-known!) nutrients: calcium, magnesium, iodine, and zinc. We’ll be explaining how a lack of these nutrients might have you feeling physically and mentally, as well as the effect it has on your emotional well-being. These nutrients often work hand-in-hand with each other, and we’ll be exploring those relationships to help you understand the critical balances within your body. The innovation of medications in healthcare has changed the outcomes of most diseases. Rates of death and severe illness have been drastically reduced, and there are thousands of medications available to treat a wide range of diseases and disorders. These medications can influence multiple systems throughout the body, and it is important to know when to support your body in its fight for health. We’ll be taking a look at how medications can affect the absorption or availability of nutrients in your body, and which medications in particular to look out for. In a body of such complex systems, sometimes the answer can be simple. Supplementing where you’re lacking can be the key to turning your soul back on!

Becoming aware of the signs from your body:
🦴 Critical functions of calcium, magnesium, iodine, and zinc in our daily biochemical processes
🦴 Possible causes of deficiencies in any of these nutrients
🦴 Common symptoms associated with each, and how to recognise them in your own body
🦴 How to support and supplement where you’re lacking, and restore your nutrient levels

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

All information that is provided in this episode is general, with the intent to increase greater holistic health awareness. If something in this episode resonates with you or concerns you in regards to your own health, speak to your health professional for tailored advice to your own needs.

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to head to our website to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

And if you had any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly on social media @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing

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Our everyday lifestyles have changed radically over the last few hundred years. Where diet was based on simple, unprocessed foods, and working involved being outside in the sun, we now isolate ourselves away inside offices, commonly eating highly processed sugary foods. This then has a dramatic effect on our ability to absorb vital nutrients from the environment around us.

We might not even consciously know something is missing, but our bodies do - and they’ll let us know about it, one way or another. Whether it’s an obvious sign, like heart palpitations, or smaller details, like cracked lips, learning to interpret your symptoms can be the key to unlocking the mystery of your nutrient levels - or lack of. This week’s episode of the podcast takes a closer look at some of the nation’s most common nutrient deficiencies: iron, vitamin D, and vitamin B12. A considerable amount of nutrient deficiencies are considered ‘modern’ deficiencies, as our food becomes less nutrient-dense than previous generations, and our lifestyles differ greatly. Deficiencies are becoming increasingly common, and being aware of signs and symptoms is critical for early diagnosis. We’ll be exploring how you can recognise this in your own body (including some less well-known indications) and also becoming aware of the at-risk population who may be experiencing a deficiency due to medication, dietary, or lifestyle influences. But it’s not always as simple as making changes in your everyday life - when the body is in critical need, it can become necessary to support it with specific supplements. We’ll share the best-proven supplementation you could incorporate into your routine as needed. Nutrients can be difficult to track, but having a healthy balance is critical for feeling vitalised and energised!

We’re on the lookout for all the hidden details:
☀️ Critical functions of iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin D in our daily biochemical processes
☀️ Possible causes of deficiencies in any of these nutrients
☀️ Common symptoms associated with each, and how to recognise them in your own body
☀️ How to support and supplement where you’re lacking, and restore your nutrient levels

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

All information that is provided in this episode is general, with the intent to increase greater health awareness. If something in this episode resonates with you or concerns you in regards to your own health, speak to a health professional for tailored advice for your own needs.

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to head to our website to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

And if you had any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly on social media @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing

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Our bodies are hosts for microscopic living organisms: we can’t see them with the naked eye, but they are constantly replicating throughout our systems every day. There are over 100 trillion bacteria in our digestive system alone - more than the amount of stars in the Milky Way galaxy. These bacteria live in a constant fight for balance between ‘good’ and ‘bad’, and our everyday actions have a profound effect on who wins.

Restoring balance to our gut bacteria can be tricky, but the consequences of leaving imbalances to run rampant can wreak havoc on the whole digestive system - and the whole body. We rely heavily on ‘good’ bacteria to aid with our natural digestive processes, such as breaking down and absorbing nutrients, the motility of the food passing through, and keeping the levels of ‘bad’ bacteria in check. In this week for the Luminous Body podcast, we’ll be exploring how our environment and actions affect the balance of bacteria in our gut, and how we can use functional testing and holistic healthcare to identify and treat imbalances. We’ll be looking at a range of influences such as medications and diet to examine the link between bacteria and the perfect body host conditions. The workings of the bacteria in our gut are based on an incredibly complex system, that has widespread effects on not just the digestive processes but can extend as far as mental health disruption as well. We’ll also be discussing the prescription dietary protocols and supplementation that can aid in the healing and restoration of balance to the ‘good’ bacteria our gut requires to function healthily. This week shares another personal story, with Jaxson documenting his experience of suffering from SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) after multiple extensive transitioning surgeries, and the intense medication that followed. He shares his journey vulnerably and authentically and proudly shows how holistic healthcare helped to heal not just his gut, but his outlook on life for the better.

We’re diving deep into:
🔬Effects of our daily actions on our gut bacteria
🔬Testing and diagnosing SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)
🔬Restoring balance with diet and supplements
🔬The two-way relationship between mental health and your diet

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to head to our website to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

And if you had any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly on social media @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing