Functional Medicine with Alexandra Brewster
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Welcome to Functional Medicine with Alexandra Brewster. Alex is one of five Australian certified practitioners through The Institute of Functional Medicine and focuses on identifying the root cause of disease by taking into account an individual's genes, environment and lifestyle for treatment. She's the Principal Naturopath at Healing Hands Natural Health Centre in Ipswich Queensland along with her talents as a Western Herbalist and Nutritionist, she has also excelled previously as a midwife and registered nurse. At Alex's practice - health is a right not a privilege.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Description:
Welcome to Functional Medicine with Alexandra Brewster. Alex is one of five Australian certified practitioners through The Institute of Functional Medicine and focuses on identifying the root cause of disease by taking into account an individual's genes, environment and lifestyle for treatment. She's the Principal Naturopath at Healing Hands Natural Health Centre in Ipswich Queensland along with her talents as a Western Herbalist and Nutritionist, she has also excelled previously as a midwife and registered nurse. At Alex's practice - health is a right not a privilege.
Language:
English
Episodes
Holistic living for longevity
5/23/2022
In this episode, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster chats about ways we can live more holistically for a longer, healthier life. Visit www.healinghandsipswich.com.au for more information.
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Duration:00:56:49
Reducing food waste
4/23/2022
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster from Healing Hands Natural Health Centre Ipswich discusses ways to reduce food waste in our kitchens.
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Duration:00:34:18
The nurture of nature
3/16/2022
In this episode, Alexandra Brewster, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner discusses the importance of nature in keeping us healthy and healing us. Whether it be forest bathing or embracing the ocean, the benefits of nature are boundless.
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Duration:00:32:29
Hay fever and allergies
12/22/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster from Healing Hands Natural Health Centre chats about hay fever and allergies and how our addressing our gut and diet can help.
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Duration:00:37:19
The importance of Vitamin D
11/16/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster from Healing Hands Natural Health Centre chats about the importance of Vitamin D, what to do if you have a deficiency and its impacts, how to absorb it and the benefits.
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Duration:00:26:51
Facts on Male Fertility
7/9/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses male fertility in today's medicine and how there is a growing decline in things like sperm count and ability to conceive. Alex shares ways that she addresses fertility issues by not just focusing on the mother-to-be but also the father-to-be.
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Duration:00:35:51
Transforming Medicine
6/13/2021
In this episode Alexandra Brewster and Bindi explore a holistic view of medicine and how complementary therapies, spirituality, breath work and mindfulness can all contribute to healing and wellness alongside traditional medicine.
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Duration:00:40:33
COVID-19 Vaccinations - What you need to know
5/15/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster shares vital information on COVID-19 Vaccinations in Australia. Tune in to hear how you can prepare for the vaccine to minimise side-effects and improve recovery. Get the facts and be informed before you get the vaccination.
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Duration:00:50:18
Better sleep
4/9/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses how to get a better sleep through Functional Medicine.
Duration:00:25:06
Causes of inflammation
3/1/2021
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses the various causes of inflammation in the body and how they can be avoided and treated through Functional Medicine.
Duration:00:33:33
Metabolic Balance Results Follow up
2/3/2021
After almost 5 months on the Metabolic Balance Program, Alexandra Brewster and host Bindi share their experience and results on sticking to the program and the benefits.
Duration:00:46:30
Mental Health and Wellness
11/8/2020
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses how to address mental health and wellness through Functional Medicine.
Duration:00:49:56
Finding your way with fertility
10/6/2020
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses the facets of fertility and how Functional Medicine can help you find your way if you are having issues conceiving.
Duration:00:41:34
Surgical vs Metabolic Weight Management
9/1/2020
In this episode we explore the pros and cons of surgical weight loss in comparison to Metabolic Balance.
Duration:01:07:35
Auto-immune diseases
5/31/2020
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster discusses auto-immune diseases and how they are treated through Functional Medicine.
Duration:00:38:52
How should we detox?
5/2/2020
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster explains how our body has it's own natural detox pathways and how we can help them to function better through natural medicine and food.
To find out more about Alex's practice, visit www.healinghandsipswich.com.au.
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Duration:00:44:38
Boosting immunity during a pandemic
4/4/2020
At the time of recording, the world is facing a pandemic with Coronavirus - COVID-19. Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster explains how we can naturally boost our immunity.
To find out more about Alex's practice visit www.healinghandsipswich.com.au.
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Duration:00:26:57
What is Functional Medicine?
3/28/2020
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Alexandra Brewster explains what Functional Medicine is and how it differs from traditional or natural medicine.
To find out more about Alex's practice, visit www.healinghandsipswich.com.au
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Duration:00:24:40
Functional Medicine with Alexandra Brewster - Trailer
3/1/2020
Throughout this podcast, Alexandra Brewster aims to share her knowledge and raise awareness of The Institute of Functional Medicine’s model as a certified practitioner.
Functional Medicine is a systems biology–based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. Each symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing to an individual’s illness.
A diagnosis can be the result of more than one cause. The precise manifestation of each cause...
Duration:00:02:15