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Did you know that reflux is often caused by low stomach acid? If you have been diagnosed with reflux or GORD (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease), you would likely be familiar with medications that reduce the acid in your stomach, such as PPI's (proton pump inhibitors). Are they the answer? Yes and No, you need to assess the risk vs reward ratio for your specific needs. In this episode I discuss some of the pros and cons of these medications, some common drivers of reflux, useful strategies for reducing reflux, and why it is important to explore diet and lifestyle solutions as part of you treatment. I have written more about this topic on my blog here: https://informedhealth.com.au/indigestion-reflux Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

Although I will always champion the healing power of food. Food is not the only way you nourish yourself. Food is not only what you eat and drink; it's also what you watch, what you listen to and read, who you spend your time with and your narrative (the stories you tell yourself). It's everything that you feed yourself whether it be emotionally, physically or spiritually. When you are on a wellness journey, it is important to look at all of the things that contribute to or undermine your health. What do you consume? Is it nourishing you? Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

There are many reasons you may struggle to achieve your health goals. It is important to know who is in the driver's seat of your life. What is the story or road map being used to guide you in your life? In this episode Fiona discusses some of what gets in the way. This includes programs and stories from childhood that may have been useful at the time; but may not be serving you now. Is it time you got into the driver's seat of your life?

In this episode Fiona discusses practical nutritional and lifestyle strategies that you can use to support your immune system. Download my FREE e-book, How to Support a Healthy Immune System at this link: https://bit.ly/2SlENCB

In this episode Fiona discusses sugar. How much is too much and why? How to know which so called "healthy" foods are likely to contain sugar and how to identify how much sugar is in various packaged foods. Really useful information so you can enjoy sugar when you want and not be tricked by sneaky hidden sugars. Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

Feeling fatigued? In this episode Fiona discusses all things energy. Including lifestyle and nutrition strategies for how to have more energy, where to get it and how not to lose it! Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

An important part of the health and wellness journey is learning how to say yes to yourself which sometimes means saying no to other people. Creating healthy boundaries and creating a space where you can heal and flourish. In this episode Fiona explains what boundaries actually are (it's not what you think); and why boundaries are important. Choosing you is not selfish, it's self-care! Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

In this episode Fiona discusses the common reasons and excuses we use to delay or avoid looking after our health; and useful strategies that you can use to get started. The second topic is life changing events, how they can affect us and the problems that can be associated with having to pretend you are OK or move on without processing your feelings. Third topic latest news around eating fried foods and links to depression. Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

In this episode Fiona discusses the pitfalls of some of the common language we use around food. Language is very powerful and can leave you feeling empowered or dis-empowered. The way we use language can close the door forever or leave the door open to future possibilities. The child like language we often use around food such as "I've been good" or "I've been bad" can also bring out the defiant child like part of you; and this is the part of you that is most likely to sabotage your healthy eating and lifestyle choices! Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

In this episode Fiona explores the way we approach diets. Many people adhere to diets as if they are a religion, rather than looking at their results and doing what works. Nutrition is a science, you don't believe in a diet, you test and measure and adjust based on actual results. Fiona then discusses the health at every size movement and if it is healthy. Finally, the genetically robust, do you have the constitution of Brian Jones or Keith Richards? Your constitution will have a big effect on what you do or don't "get away with".... Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

In this episode Fiona explores the question - what is self-care and why does it matter? We have all sorts of ideas about what it means based on the # used by many influencers. At the end of this episode Fiona also talks about Hi Ren which is a brilliant song/video/work of art by Ren Gill that anyone who has had physical or mental health challenges would likely relate to. There are many reactions videos already on YouTube, this is Fiona discussing his final words at the end of the video and how they really resonate with the healing journey that Ren clearly knows intimately. On the day these notes were written, Hi Ren had over 10 million views on YouTube, so well deserved, I am so happy for Ren finally getting some of the recognition he deserves! Correction: In the video I say Ren is from England and in his late 20s, he is actually from Wales and in his early 30s. Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

When you are beginning a health journey, and/or wanting to improve your health, there are some useful strategies to help you get a good start on the road to health. This is territory that Fiona knows well personally and professionally! Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/

Meet and learn a little about the host Fiona Kane; and her health history. Some of the important lessons learned in not listening to her body and what led to her interest and career in nutrition, health and wellbeing.

I scan the news for anything nutrition and health related and look at new studies as they are published. I learn than it is good for human beings to eat well, move their body and sleep. Why is this news? Is this really news? Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/