No two cases are the exact same -- there are many possible reasons for your constipation. This week Dr. David Miller ND walks you through some of the many reasons you can't poo. 

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Why isn't everyone allergic to the same things? Why doesn't everyone have the same sense of humour? Why does the same chemical compound cause different downstream physiological effects? 

All these situations above are related to the concept of 'receptor dependence'. The same stimulus can cause different reactions in different 'receptors', be they transmembrane proteins in the stomach or 'triggers' for sensitive persons with differing levels of 'tolerance' for 'bad jokes'. 

In naturopathic medicine, we often put greater emphasis on the FOOD while putting less skilful or comprehensive emphasis on the condition of the RECEIVER (cells, receptors, tissues -- the 'tolerance' of the person in terms of the digestive system or neuro-immune reactivity etc.). 

This is partly because very few people (clinicians) can skilfully assess the abdominal structures and therefore, we don't have a well-known and reliable way to assess the MACRO structures of the abdomen, although we have some fairly well-known concepts (i.e. leaky gut) that inform us of the MICRO structures of the gut.

The impact of this disproportional 'blame' on the food rather than the system leads to an emphasis on restrictive and often unsustainable diet plans.

Sometimes the food is more of the problem (e.g. gluten in celiac disease); sometimes the system is more to blame (e.g. leaky gut or sphincter of Oddi dysfunction) ... but it is always the interaction of the two that is the problem.

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Exercise isn’t just about weight loss; it shouldn’t be a punishment for what you ate the day before. Exercise should be a celebration of what your body is capable of doing, it's also a way to build resiliency and protect your health. 

Today's episode is a friendly reminder of the importance of regularly moving your body with intention. 

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Have you ever wondered why some people just keep getting recurring infections that they just can’t seem to get ahead of? Perhaps the recurring yeast, fungal or microbial issues aren’t the real problem. What if their existence was actually in some way protecting you from a deeper burden that isn’t being fully resolved so it keeps the microbes consistently at higher levels?

In this week’s episode Dr. Michelle, ND discusses what to look deeper for with recurring infections, to better direct your treatment focus in the right direction.

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Microbes can kick you when you're down.

In a kind of coup-contrecoup phenomenon, post-viral syndromes often expose your weakest system or tissues or structures and may involve mitochondrial dysfunction, dysfunctional brain glymphatic drainage, hypometabolism, and toxin overload, amongst other predisposing physiological conditions. 

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From their nutrient-dense biochemical profile and traditional "Blood-building" capacity to some promising hints of clinical effectiveness in anaemia and allergy, Chlorella and Spirulina are intriguing functional foods. This week, Drs. Dave and Michelle try to clear some of the pond scum and get a clearer idea of when these algae may be most clinically useful. 

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What is rough-and-tumble play (RTP)? What are the effects of RTP on behavioural outcomes? What are the differences between boys and girls? What are the social impacts of RTP? 

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References:

1. Flanders JL, Leo V, Paquette D, Pihl RO, Séguin JR. Rough-and-tumble play and the regulation of aggression: an observational study of father-child play dyads. Aggress Behav. 2009;35(4):285-295. doi:10.1002/ab.20309
2. Freeman EE, Robinson EL. The Relationship between Father-Child Rough-and-Tumble Play and Children's Working Memory. Children (Basel). 2022;9(7):962. Published 2022 Jun 27. doi:10.3390/children9070962
3. Storli R. Children's Rough-and-Tumble Play in a Supportive Early Childhood Education and Care Environment. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Oct 5;18(19):10469. doi: 10.3390/ijerph181910469. PMID: 34639773; PMCID: PMC8507902.
4. Fletcher, R. , StGeorge, J. , & Freeman, E. (2013). Rough and tumble play quality: Theoretical foundations for a new measure of father–child interaction. Early Child Development and Care, 183(6), 746–759. https://doi.org/10.1080/03004430.2012.723439

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The ideal medicine gives reproducible and reliable results, quickly and without side effects.

However, the origin or nature of some conditions is less 'tangible' or straightforward, with significant subjectivity in the patient's experience; such as situational grief, for example.

Today's solo episode briefly discusses the rationale for the application of a homoeopathic remedy to grief, loss, breakups, and disappointment.

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Could the transplantation of a healthy person's poop in an unhealthy person's "hoop" be a game-changer in the treatment of serious gastrointestinal conditions? Is it possible that this treatment extends beyond hype to hope for conditions beyond the loops of the intestines?

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Adaptogens are non-specifically helpful, but some are specifically helpful with a particular affinity for certain processes or organ systems. Drs. Dave and Michelle ND delve into some of the specifics of this rather well-characterized rasayana, also known as Withania somnifera; a herb of particular interest when neuro-inflammation is suspected.

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Whether you're at home or abroad, the foundations of health like hydration, sleep, detoxification, and nutrition will have a meaningful influence on your overall health resilience. However, the added stressors that you're likely to incur with travel may require special attention to these pillars, as well as some targeted support from homeopathic medicines and supplements, with particular emphasis on gut and immune health.

Dr. Michelle ND shares some of her favourite naturopathic travel supports to help you have a bon voyage.

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