Brooke Klower - Behind the Symptoms: A Root Cause Lens on Childhood Allergies
In this episode, paediatric naturopath Brooke Klower shares her approach to uncovering the root causes of allergies in children. She explores key considerations in case-taking and assessment, reminding practitioners not to overlook simple —but impactful interventions such as correcting common nutritional deficiencies. Brooke also discusses her go-to herbs and nutrients for supporting paediatric allergy presentations, offering practical insights into personalised, evidence-informed care.
For more information about Balanced Beings please visit their website: www.balanced-beings.com.au
Bio: Brooke Klower is the owner of Balanced Beings and supplement line BB Kids. Brooke started Balanced Beings when a large gap was seen amongst the lack of natural treatments and practitioners treating paediatrics and mothers. Brooke Klower is a naturopath, but first and foremost, a mother. She has now conducted over 6000 consultations and has had over 1000 children pass through the Balanced Beings doors, which consists of 7 practitioners and 11 staff members. As the principal naturopath at Balanced Beings she oversees all treatment protocols to ensure every family receives the highest standard of care, making her an expert in treating children's health concerns. Alongside clinical practice, Brooke mentors practitioners and students, helping them deliver transformative results and build thriving natural health businesses.
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Rose Cornelissen - Paediatric Herbal Safety, Dosing and Metabolism Explained
Treating children requires more than scaled-down dosing—it's a specialised area demanding careful consideration of developmental stages, disease presentation, and metabolic differences. In this episode, we explore key clinical principles for safe and effective paediatric prescribing.
Topics include:
• Age-related physiological changes and their impact on treatment
• Solubility, absorption, and elimination of herbal compounds across the paediatric lifespan
• Safety considerations for neonates and breastfeeding
• Practical strategies to improve compliance and clinical outcomes
Essential listening for practitioners working with paediatric patients.
Bio: Rose Cornelissen is a skilled herbalist and naturopath with over 3 decades of practice and peer education experience. She has a special interest in the self-adjusting demands of practice and staying current without losing the connection and passion for herbal medicine and healthy nutrition. Anything from ethnobotanicals to hard core science is included in this blend which makes up contemporary naturopathic clinical practice.
Rose has a Master of Health Science in Herbal Medicine and is a University of New England Vice-Chancellor’s Scholar, School of Health Academic awardee and a former NHAA director and chair of the Professions Committee. She currently heads the Clinical Support and Medicines Safety Data teams at Integria Healthcare.
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Professor Kerry Bone - Targeted Herbal Support for Inflammation
In this episode, renowned herbalist Professor Kerry Bone explores the many faces of inflammation and how to prescribe herbal medicine with clinical precision. From acute to chronic presentations and system-specific patterns—including neuroinflammation—Kerry outlines how different herbal strategies can be applied based on the underlying drivers of inflammation.
He also challenges common misconceptions about well-known herbs. Highlighting willow bark as a prime example, Kerry explains its nuanced mechanism of action and why it shouldn't be confined to musculoskeletal prescriptions alone. Practitioners will come away with a deeper understanding of how to approach inflammation across body systems—and how to choose the right herbs for the right context.
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Dr Libby Weaver - Iron Deficiency: Beyond Fatigue
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Libby Weaver to shine a spotlight on an often overlooked yet vital mineral for human health—iron. Often associated with energy and fatigue, iron plays a far more extensive role in the body, impacting everything from thyroid function to neurotransmitter production and immune health. Dr Libby dives deep into the broad-reaching effects of iron deficiency, highlighting some of the more surprising and lesser-known symptoms that may signal a need for attention. This eye-opening conversation highlights the role of this humble mineral in whole-body health.
To purchase Dr Libby's new book 'Fix Iron First', please follow the link https://drlibby.com/products/fix-iron-first
Bio: Armed with abundant knowledge, scientific research and a true desire to help others live with more energy and vitality, Dr Libby empowers and inspires people to take charge of their wellness and wisdom through her live events, courses, supplements and books. While most nutritionists will focus predominantly on nutrition, Dr Libby draws on her PhD in biochemistry, 20+ years of clinical practice and a deep understanding of how thoughts and emotions influence the body, to take a distinct three pillared approach to health challenges. Examining symptoms through a nutritional, biochemical and emotional lens, she delivers transformational wisdom with gentleness and genuine care to anyone, no matter where they are on their health journey. Her unique ability to help people make lasting changes in their lives by providing them with new knowledge and fostering a shift in their emotional understanding, empowers them to take charge of their health.
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Angela Hywood: Menopause and the Mind: Understanding Neuroendocrine Shifts
While hot flushes and night sweats are hallmark symptoms of menopause, the neurological effects of this hormonal transition are often overlooked. In this episode, Angela Hywood explores the profound impact of menopause on the brain. Estrogen plays a crucial role in neuroprotection, cognition, and mood regulation—so its decline during menopause presents significant changes in brain function. Join us as we go beyond the classic symptoms to examine how the brain adapts to new hormonal realities, the clinical implications of this shift, and how practitioners can better support cognitive and emotional wellbeing in midlife women.
Bio: Angela Hywood is an experienced naturopathic clinician with over 26 years of clinical experience, specialising in integrative endocrinology, women’s health, fertility and pregnancy care. Angela is a well-known speaker at complementary and integrative medicine conferences in both Australia and internationally and has published articles in complementary medicine journals in Australia and USA.
Introducing the MediHerb podcast, where we discuss all things related to herbal medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle practices. From ancient wisdom to the latest in scientific research, join us for conversations with leading experts, practitioners, and pioneers in the field of natural healthcare.
Host: Jesal Alimchandani & Kerry Sanchez
Producer: Kerry Sanchez
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