Unlock the latest insights into medicine labelling with Fiona Wing, naturopath and regulatory manager at Designs for Health.

Learn what updates to Therapeutic Goods Order number 92 (TGO 92) mean for accurate product labelling, especially for allergens like sulfites and phenylalanine. Fiona clarifies the differences between food and medicine labelling, the necessity of declaring certain substances, and the confusion around protein powders versus artificial sweeteners.

Episode Highlights:

• Updates to TGO 92 and their impact on product labeling
• Differences between food and medicine labelling
• Declaring allergens like sulfites and phenylalanine in medicines
• Nuances of labelling gluten, and lactose, and debunking yeast misconceptions
• Latest changes in mandatory warning labels and ingredient safety
• Safety issues with common ingredients like Vitamin B6, withania, and turmeric
• The role of pharmacovigilance in ensuring consumer safety
• Recent organizational changes within the TGA and their impact on complementary medicines

Stay informed and empowered about critical regulatory changes affecting the supplement industry

About Fiona:
Fiona Wing has been a qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist for 20 years and worked in the retail, clinic, and behind-the-scenes for complementary medicine sponsors. She has been working in Regulatory Affairs for the last 4 years.

She has a passion for learning all there is to know about nutritional and herbal biochemistry and pharmacology, which suits her in her current role as Regulatory and NPD Manager at DFH. This role requires a strong focus on TGA guidelines and legislation, keeping up with current evidence and research, and keeping an eye on emerging, well-researched ingredients and product innovation.

Fiona is a mum to two active kids aged 14 and 16. In her spare time, you can find her in her garden or walking in awe through the Blue Mountains

Connect with Fiona:
Email: fwing@designsforhealth.com.au

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Unlock the secrets to conquering stubborn fat loss with insights from Robbie Clark, an accredited practising dietitian and exercise scientist.

In this episode, Robbie delves into why traditional diet and exercise regimes often fall short and how comprehensive investigations can reveal underlying issues like hormone imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, and insulin resistance.

Robbie emphasises the importance of understanding the root causes and the necessity of thorough assessments, including various functional tests, to uncover these hidden obstacles.

Episode Highlights:

• Why traditional diet and exercise regimes fall short
• Identifying hormone imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, and insulin resistance
• The role of gut health and inflammation in weight management
• Impact of individualised dietary interventions, fibre, prebiotics, and probiotics
• Benefits of short-term dietary restrictions like oligoantigenic diets and intermittent fasting
• Evidence-based supplement recommendations: berberine, myoinositol, chromium, cinnamon, alpha lipoic acid, and green tea
• Practical tips and strategies for healthcare professionals

Discover invaluable insights and strategies to overcome fat loss challenges.

Connect with Robbie

Website: https://www.robbieclarknutrition.com/

Healthbank: https://www.healthbank.io/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthbank.io/

Shownotes and references are available on your local Designs for Health website
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DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health.

Join Nurse and Naturopath Sarah Franklin as she traverses the delicate landscape of palliative care, moving beyond cancer to address the silent battles against kidney failure, liver disease, and neurological disorders.

Our episode delves into the complex interplay between medication, nutrition, and quality of life, shedding light on the often-underestimated need for personalised care and the power of effective communication during life's most vulnerable moments, empowering you with knowledge and understanding.

Episode Highlights

• Personalised Care and Effective Communication: The importance of tailoring care to individual needs and maintaining open, sensitive communication during end-of-life stages.
• Involving Children in Care: Strategies to engage children in caring for their ailing parents in meaningful and age-appropriate ways.
• Speech Therapy and Nutritional Solutions: Insights from speech therapists on maintaining dignity for patients with swallowing difficulties through innovative nutrition.
• Medication Management: A discussion on the dual nature of medications in palliative care, balancing their healing potential against possible harm.
• Emotional and Ethical Considerations: Sarah's reflections on the significance of open dialogue about death, honouring patient wishes, and the emotional impact on healthcare providers.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the delicate artistry in palliative care, providing valuable perspectives for healthcare practitioners dedicated to improving the quality of life for their patients in their final days.

About Sarah:
Sarah Franklin is a highly qualified practitioner with 25yrs experience

Sarah started out her health career as a paramedic in the Australian Army while studying for her nursing degree at Griffith University. Once she became a qualified nurse, she went on to specialise in Oncology and Emergency.

With cytotoxic qualifications from the Australia College of Nursing, she then went on to work in oncology and palliative care. With an inquisitive mind and a passion for understanding pharmacology, she then went on to study Naturopathy, Nutrition, Western Herbal medicine, and Acupuncture. Sarah now runs her own clinic, combining the best of both worlds.

Sarah still works as a registered nurse in a variety of settings and presents at a range of integrative settings, including local hospitals, support groups and via podcasts for different organisations.

Connect with Sarah
Website: www.balancehealth.com.au
Facebook: @balancedhealthsarahfranklin
Instagram: @balanced_health_naturopathy

Shownotes and references available on your local Designs for Health website
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Register as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner-only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.au

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DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health