The Natural Doctors podcast (The Natural Doctors)

Jess worked as an NHS doctor and is a functional medicine practitioner with the IFM. She has over 15 years of clinical experience and trained in 7 other natural health specialties including traditional Chinese medicine, herbal medicine and homeopathy. Xandra is a Wellness Chiropractor who has one of the largest practices in England. As sisters, they discuss their journey, top tips for your health and some of the most important lessons they have learned along the way.

1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. Jess & Xandra discuss their experience of supporting patients and why cancer diagnoses have increased so dramatically. They share what they find helpful in practice, their top tips and advice if you or one of your loved one has been diagnosed with cancer and what may prevent it.

Xandra shares her vast experience as a chiropractor, treating back pain and other joint issues for over 15 years. She shares easy hacks for a healthy back and the root causes of pain. Jess discuses inflammation and her top supplements to help pain and mobility.

Jess & Xandra in conversation with Toxin expert, best-selling author, public speaker and practitioner of Ecological Medicine Dr Jenny Goodman. She explains what toxins are, common ways we are exposed, how to avoid them and how to detox.

Want to know why your hormones are out of balance and what might be causing it? Jess & Xandra discuss cycle syncing, peri-menopause, cortisol, thyroid issues, menopause, hormonal problems and how to approach them.

How does sleep deprivation affect us? What is an ideal sleep cycle and how could you improve the amount and quality of your sleep? Jess & Xandra discuss simple hacks for better sleep, sleep apnoea, restless legs and how to deal with shift work.

Jess & Xandra discuss their personal and professional experiences of pregnancy and how to have a great birth. They examine the common pitfalls of both breastfeeding and bottle feeding, how to improve your baby’s gut health and weaning. This is a great listen if you would like advice on your own pregnancy journey or how to support friends or family members.

Jess & Xandra talk to Dr Steve James to discuss their experience of the pandemic, the current healthcare system and how they would like it to change.

Jess & Xandra talk about the gut-brain axis, simple tips to improve your memory, focus and concentration, the best supplements to support brain function and how to prevent dementia.

Jess and Xandra talk through gut health 101, what you need to know, how it can impact you (even if you don’t have digestive symptoms) and how to change it for the better with simple, daily habits. 

Jess & Xandra discuss the impact of stress, simple tips and supports for coping with a busy and overwhelming life and how to regain balance and energy in the modern world. 

Jess & Xandra talk to Debbie about simple tips to improve your sex life and her recommended sexercises.

From a live webinar recorded in July 2022

Join Jess and Xandra as they give their top tips on getting the most out of the Christmas period and how  they do Christmas, setting you up for a healthy and more successful 2023!

An overview of perimenopause and menopause; symptoms and why they occur, the best hormone testing and our top tips for thriving in this important transition period. 

Ever wondered why some people look 60 at 80 and some people look 60 at 40? Understand the mechanisms of ageing and how to bio-hack ageing to live your best life and enjoy old age. 

We all struggle at times and feel low, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed. It can be hard to break out of a negative cycle but with the right tools and knowledge it is possible to  live a joyful and fulfilling life whatever you are struggling with. Sending you a lot of love for the holidays. 

From a live webinar hosted on our YouTube channel. Whether it's yourself or a man that you know and care about, talking about mental health, emotions and the pressures of life is something that isn't always easy. 

Join coaches Phil and Jamie as they discuss how to build purpose, mission and direction into men's lives and how to boost male mental health - an often neglected subject.

January and February are dark, cold and damp and many of us struggle with energy levels, mood and our immune health at this time of year. Jess & Xandra discuss how to combat winter bugs and bring up your energy and mood naturally.

Dr Jess and Dr Xandra discuss the impact that mindset has had on everything in their life and how they stay positive and on track during life's many different setbacks. This is the advice they wish someone had given them growing up!

Dr Jess & Xandra have lost a whopping 7 stone between them and kept it off so losing weight and body confidence is a topic close to their heart. They give you the latest evidence based tips for losing weight and what they found has worked for themselves and hundreds of their patients. 

Jess & Xandra discuss exactly what inflammation is, how this response goes wrong, what can trigger it, their experiences treating patients with chronic inflammation and how you can reduce it in order to heal

Long COVID has been a common issue in both Jess & Xandra’s clinic. They discuss the research, what they have seen work in their patients and how to recover if COVID has knocked your health off track. 

Jess and Xandra explain the different categories of allergies (food and seasonal), sensitivities and intolerances, how these might be affecting you, how to test for them and how to heal from them. 

Jess & Xandra discuss cholesterol, what your tests mean, what other tests are useful, how to change and understand your risks and how to naturally support your cholesterol. Dr Jess has done this with thousands of patients and statins are not the only answer!

Sugar is one of the hardest to deal with and most prevalent addictions of the 21st century, how did this happen? Why is it so important to work on our sugar control? and how can you change your own relationship to sugar.  

Jess & Xandra discuss their favourite ways to make summer great including the best tips for dealing with heat and sun, safe sunscreens, whether you can build sun tolerance and supplements and healthy foods for summer and the benefits of grounding. 

Jess and Xandra talk to Dr Scott Sherr from Troscriptions all about the awesome science and patient experiences using methylene blue.  This safe and easy biohack can transform your energy and focus. Troscriptions is available from their clinic. 

Jess & Xandra’s top 10 list of things they do (mostly) daily to supercharge their health now and in the future…Part 2! 

Jess & Xandra’s top 10 list of things they do (mostly) daily to supercharge their health now and in the future, they didn’t manage it in 30 minutes so part 2 is next time!

The last few years have had some big ups and downs and we've gained a lot of experience and grown a lot. These are some of the things we've learnt which we hope can help you become successful faster!

What is a healthy diet? We discuss the common food industry myths that we inherently believe as a society and easy habits and changes  to your diet from our clinical experience that will transform your health. 

Xandra describes her own journey to trust her inner confidence and the many ways she helped her sister  overcome her low self esteem and self confidence.  Together they describe their top tips for developing a strong mindset and projecting confidence. 

How to break the cycle of chronic pain and address the root causes. Dr Jess and Xandra share their extensive clinical experience treating chronic pain and showing their patients that by working on their underlying root causes they can break the pattern of pain and heal.

Jess and Xandra discuss do's and don'ts for Autumn following ancient wisdom, traditional food recommendations and their experience in practice to keep you and your family healthy and happy as the nights draw in. 

Are we encouraged to question the status quo? Is healthy debate allowed? Are institutions like our school and medical systems truly set up with our best interests at heart?

Jess and Xandra query everything. And in this episode, inspire you to do the same! They discuss the devastating impact of the Covid pandemic on democratic freedom of speech and our health outcomes.

They look at the amazing research that shows how people can learn very effectively but very differently than our current education structure. And how we can take back control of our own health by interrogating what we're told, seeking out alternate viewpoints and trusting our gut instincts. 

It's a powerful conversation that we hope will get people talking!

Human beings must be able to adapt to external pressures and stressors in order to survive and thrive. Through conventional medicine and modern technology, our bodies are being suppressed and restrained with potentially devastating consequences. 

 Xandra and Jess discuss the importance of flexibility across three key areas for optimal health.  They discuss the crucial concepts of homeostasis v allostasis and proprioception & nociception. 

Big words but simple philosophies that can make a huge difference to our health!

Jess and Xandra discuss the Circle Of Life and no, that's not the Elton John song! Who and what do you surround yourself with? Who's nourishing you and who's depleting you?What's the environment like that you've created? Do you feel like you have the power to create the life you really want?

The sisters open up about their own support network and how they've had to make some hard decisions in recent years. They explore their own spiritual beliefs and ask "does everything happen as it's meant to?"

In this episode, Jess & Xandra open up about the discomfort (and ultimately, the freedom!) of questioning their fixed beliefs and being willing enough to change.  

Do you withstand a strong opposing voice? Or do you listen and accept the possibility that they might be right? The Covid pandemic taught us so much about questioning the party line, trusting our instincts and finding our own ways to take back control of our health.

Is a research trial really the gold standard? Jess & Xandra discuss the power of their years of clinical experience, of listening to their patients and of not being afraid to push the boundaries and continue to experiment. 

They look at what their "universal truths" are and what things they're rethinking. Their answers might shock you!

We're bombarded by approximately 7,000 different toxins each day and our bodies are overloaded. But how many of us take the time to consider how these are affecting our skin, hormone balance, digestive health and weight? And do we know what to do about them?

Jess and Xandra are passionate about living clean and doing it one step at a time. Whether it's thinking about the cleaning products we use in our home, the make-up we put on our face or the water we drink, there's always something we can do to make a positive difference. 

They highlight some of their favourite, non-toxic brands like Ecover, Earthborn and Carr Greens. Plus how certain supplements can make a big difference to support our detox pathways including gut, liver, kidney and skin.. They also discuss the power of saunas and coffee enemas in helping our bodies to detoxify and work optimally. 

For many of us, winter can be a struggle and although light nights are ahead, Jess and Xandra want to offer their top health hacks for making the most of now!

Jess & Xandra are very experienced keto-ers! And this conversation gives them the opportunity to share their knowledge plus lots of useful tips and tricks to get the most out of the ketogenic diet.

Find out exactly what keto is and why it might just be the reset you're looking for. They discuss the various health benefits of keto and the long term rewards, including better metabolic flexibility.

What's that and why should you care? Take a listen and find out!

Dr Jess has created Refresh,  a comprehensive nutrition programme using a ketogenic/low carb approach to nutrition.  It's an incredible 30 day anti-inflammatory health reset  that demonstrates the true power of food as medicine.

Refresh contains everything you need to master a ketogenic diet. Using years of experience and research, Dr Jess has created a wide variety of meal plans, shopping lists and tasty recipes. Plus you will find a huge number of supporting  articles, videos, quizzes and evidence-based research to keep you on track.

Thousands of her patients have benefited from following the programme, realising how simple, small changes in the choices that they make can transform how they feel.

Refresh is available to buy by emailing Dr Jess' natural health practice at clinic@drjess.co.uk. 

Detoxing goes way beyond a juice fast or a few visits to the sauna. When you consider what contributes to your toxic burden, Jess and Xandra encourage you  to examine your whole life. Every change you make, however big or small, can make a powerful difference and in this conversation, they show you how.

When it comes to our food, do we think about what's nourishing us and what is harming us?  We can make positive changes easily and cheaply by buying in bulk, going straight to the producer, batch cooking, avoiding inflammatory oils and considering organic where possible. Visit the Pesticide Action Network and see which foods are on their Dirty Dozen list.

Looking at your home environment, what about the air we breathe? The water we drink? The mattress we sleep on? If you're planning a house renovation, what can you consider to make it as clean as possible?

We love the natural and organic mattresses from Natural Mat and they have kindly offered our podcast listeners 10% off Naturalmat and Naturalmat Baby branded products online or in-store until 31st May 2024. Use the code NATURALDOCTORS at the checkout or at one of their UK showrooms.

We also love Air Doctor purifiers and paint from Earthborn. Food wise, we're big fans of Unicorn Grocery and Gazegill Organics. Our favourite cleaning products are from Ecover, Bio-D and Method.  And watching Nancy Birtwhistle on Insta! :)

So many of us become carers in our lifetime, whether that be for children or for parents....or for both. And the physical and emotional responsibilities can take their toll on our health. 

Self-care is not selfish, in fact it's absolutely crucial to preserving our own health so that we can then help those we love. 

Jess and Xandra ask how can you show yourself the love you're showing for someone else? They offer words of encouragement and practical tips to those in the caring role and share their own experiences of looking after others. 

As a highly experienced doctor homeopath, Jess discusses which supplements and remedies are her favourites. And how to find those vital windows of calm to recharge. 

It’s a topic that more and more people are talking about and considering as a potentially powerful way to support their health. 

Jess and Xandra have a lot of experience with time-restricted eating and have recently tried out longer periods of fasting. They discuss the benefits of the different types of fasting, who should and shouldn’t fast and how to make the whole process as easy as possible.

Dr Jess is delighted to welcome Dr Noyan Muini to her practice as a fellow medical and functional medicine doctor who is passionate about personalised medicine, the power of lifestyle changes and treating the root causes of disease.

As a highly experienced NHS doctor and GP, Dr Noyan's frustrations over the lack of time spent with patients, the limited framework of treatment  and the slow uptake of cutting edge science led him to find functional medicine. And to literally find Dr Jess at a previous Integrative and Personalised Medicine Congress! 

Together, they share the same views and passions about how best to treat patients and to give them back their health and happiness. 

This episode is an exciting conversation with Drs Jess, Xandra and Noyan about the future of their clinic and the future of modern medicine. 

If you are interested in finding out more about Dr Jess' practice, please visit www.drjess.co.uk. 

After a very eventful break, Jess and Xandra are back to host another conversation around optimal health and wellbeing.

This time the spotlight is on arthritis - what it is exactly and most importantly, what the body is trying to tell us through this diagnosis.

As always, the gut and the immune system are places to focus our attention so that we can dampen those fires of inflammation and live a flexible, pain-free life despite signs of arthritic wear and tear.

Jess and Xandra use their many years of experience treating patients to explain how
calcium supplementation is far from ideal. What vitamins, minerals and herbs you should be prioritising instead and what exercises you can do to support your joints.

Jess also mentions her awesome manual treadmill desk from Walkolution* supplied by their lovely UK supplier couchpotatocompany.com* And Cell-active curcumin plus from Cytoplan*.

*We are not sponsored by any companies and are fully independent, any companies recommended are one's that have worked well for us

How to become perfect? Make 1000 mistakes first!

Jess and Xandra open up about the mistakes they’ve made along the way and what they’ve taught them about themselves.   

Find out more about Xandra’s A-Z approach, how to reimagine the humble list and what’s the first thing you should do each day to set yourself up for success. 

They both mention their favourite book “The Wealthy Spirit” by Chellie Campbell and Jess talks about this enlightening NASA study:

NASA's Study on children: How Traditional Schooling Reduces Creative Spark | YourStory

Jess & Xandra wish you a very happy summer solstice....and hope you are having better weather where you are! :)

Are sunbeds bad for you? Is suncream good for you? You may be surprised by the sisters' views in this conversation as they discuss all things summer, including making the most of natural light and the powerful practice of grounding. 

As a highly experienced homeopath, Jess shares her top remedies (and other top tips) for surviving hay fever and they reveal the recipe for their amazingly effective and all-natural insect repellant:

50ml spray bottle
Fill with 1/2 vodka and 1/2 good quality mineral water
A little witch hazel and/or apple cider vinegar
20 drops of lavender, vanilla, citronella, peppermint, lemongrass, pine, eucalyptus

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise and the sisters are extremely experienced in supporting patients to look at the root causes of their symptoms and how they can take back control of their own health.

Jess and Xandra discuss the crucial role that diet plays including which foods to prioritise and which to avoid. They highlight the importance of sleep and sunlight and how the impact of stress and trauma can not be overlooked.

The colostrum that Jess loves is Qurdea from SwissBioColostrum and they mention their amazing golden milk recipe, one of the very best ways to take turmeric. 

This Ayurvedic recipe has been used for centuries and is rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds and spices that have been shown to have benefit for joint pain, brain function, mood, blood sugar control, digestive problems and risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Add the below spices to a small jar and shake to combine then use to make the golden milk regularly. 

• 4 tbsp ground turmeric
• 2 tsp ground ginger (or add a 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger as you make up the golden milk)
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground black pepper 

To make the golden milk heat 1 cupful of coconut milk in a pan until hot but not boiling, add 1 heaped tsp of the mix above to a little hot water in a cup and make into a paste then gradually add the warm coconut milk stirring continually to combine. Add liquid stevia to taste (they love butterscotch flavour from Omica!)

What are the sisters' best health tips and products they're loving right now? Keep listening as they reveal what they've bought for their homes, what their fave foods are right now and what keeps them going when they're feeling tired or run down. 

They discuss what are their must-haves to take on holiday and Jess reveals her current number one health hack for getting a great night's sleep.....particularly if you snore! :)

Brands mentioned include:

https://drjess.co.uk/product/ultimate-pro-multivitamin/
https://www.briiv.co.uk/
https://www.drjennygoodman.com/
https://kitandkin.com/
https://www.cocoaloco.com/
https://hukitchen.co.uk/
https://www.helios.co.uk/en/collections/helios-remedy-kits
https://www.cytoplan.co.uk/ for cell-active curcumin plus and magnesium 
https://nutritiongenome.com/ use discount code MTOMICS17 for 17% off!
https://www.isigny-ste-mere.com/en/products/our-butters/
https://dreamrecovery.io/

If you're a parent or planning to start a family, this is an episode you will not want to miss!

Jess and Xandra talk openly about their parenting (and amazing Auntie!) journey and discuss ways to prepare for conception, birth and raising a child.

Discover lots of hacks for parents-to-be to get in the best possible position to conceive a child and then how to nourish themselves and their babies for optimal health. The sisters discuss different types of birth and feeding plus top tips for successful weaning and the amazing power of chiropractic!

Brands mentioned include:
Holle goat milk formula
Medela Calma feeding system
Ultimate Pro multivitamin
Cytoplan - krill oil
Cytoplan - NAC

Drs Jess and Xandra are thrilled to welcome Jana Danielson, pelvic floor expert and founder of Bloom Better Life, to the podcast!

If you struggle with frequent urination, incontinence or pelvic pain, you will definitely want to tune in to this episode. But what if you suffer with erectile dysfunction? Low back pain? Constipation? Prostate issues? TMJ pain? You might be amazed to know that all of these symptoms could be linked too. 

Diligently doing your pelvic floor exercises? Frustrated that there's been no change in symptoms? It may be the totally wrong way to go and Jana explains why. 

This honest and open conversation is one that a lot of us don't feel comfortable having. We want to change that and Jana is on a mission to bring her Cooch ball to the lives of millions. 

You'll never think of your pelvic floor the same way again!