Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation with Dr Adrian Lopresti, Dr Damian Kristoff, Emma Sutherland and Dr Michelle Woolhouse, all from different modalities and perspectives looking at immunity.
Key foundational concepts such as holism and interconnectedness, self care and the importance of convalescence are covered as is a deep dive into key herbs and nutrients to support the immune system.
We hope this helps support you and your patients negotiate this winter season, the seriously cold weather, and arms you with some practical prescribing perspectives.
Keeping informed on ingredients with clinical evidence to support immune system health has never been more important. One unique and naturally derived immunomodulator, Wellmune®, has demonstrated beneficial immune and health effects across multiple population groups.1
The recent resurgence of respiratory infections following the COVID-19 pandemic is a topic of great interest, with the prevalence of viral infections such as influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) on the rise around the globe.1 With COVID-19 still spreading rapidly in many countries,2 the collision of these viruses has been termed a ‘tripledemic’.3 The incidence of bacterial infections such as Streptococcus pneumoniae and group A Streptococcus have also been increasing.4
Whilst the mechanisms behind the rising incidence of these infections are unknown, current thought amongst experts are around the concepts of immunity debt versus immunity theft.5
Join fx Medicine ambassador Emma Sutherland and naturopath Ananda Mahony as they explore the complex pathophysiology, aetiology, and treatment options for the common skin condition, rosacea from a naturopathic perspective.
Keonie Moore, naturopath and mother, shares her experience and wisdom on accurately recognising and treating Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections (PANDAS).
Dr. Felice Gersh, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist discusses the role metabolism plays in maintaining mitochondrial function in overall health, metabolic inflexibility, the connection between blood glucose regulation and hormone control, and the circadian rhythm.
As the most abundant and versatile amino acid in the human body, glutamine supports an impressive variety of biological functions.
Dr. Felice Gersh, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist discusses the role metabolism plays in maintaining mitochondrial function in overall health, metabolic inflexibility, the connection between blood glucose regulation and hormone control, and the circadian rhythm.