The MediHerb Podcast

Integria Healthcare

Herbal Medicine

Nutrition

Naturopathy

Menopause

Gut Health

Women's Health

Dementia

Echinacea

Pediatrics

ADHD

Anxiety

Gut Microbiome

Endometriosis

Ginkgo

Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome

Sustainable Herb Sourcing

Curcumin

Herbalism

Parkinson's Disease

Autoimmunity

Introducing the MediHerb podcast, where we discuss all things related to herbal medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle practices. From ancient wisdom to the latest in scientific research, join us for conversations with leading experts, practitioners, and pioneers in the field of natural healthcare.Host: Laurence KatsarasProducer: Hannah Conlan

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Publishes	Monthly	Episodes	53	Founded	2 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Alternative HealthHealth & Fitness

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Dr Jacqueline Jacques - Beyond Weight Loss: Integrative Care in the GLP-1 Era

GLP-1 medications are reshaping the management of obesity and metabolic health, but where do integrative practitioners fit into this rapidly evolving landscape? In this episode, Laurence Katsaras speaks with internationally recognised obesity and met... more

5 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 2 min

Antony Underwood - Rethinking Probiotics: Evidence-Based Applications in Practice

In this episode of the MediHerb podcast, Laurence Katsaras is joined by Dr Antony Underwood, integrative paediatrician and cofounder of Spectrumceuticals, to explore the rapidly evolving science of probiotics and microbiome therapy. Together, they un... more

1 Jun 2026 • 57 min • Most popular

David Casteleijn - The Science & Stories of Herbal Heroes: Passionflower

In this clinically rich conversation, David Casteleijn revisits Passionflower through a far more nuanced lens than its traditional “mild anxiolytic” label. Drawing on decades of practice and deeply personal clinical observations, David explores the h... more

5 May 2026 • 54 min

Angela Hywood - MediHerb Unplugged: Unanswered Questions

In this episode of the MediHerb Podcast, we welcome Angela Hywood to draw on some unanswered questions from the MediHerb Unplugged livestream. Angela shares her evidence-informed approaches to supporting patients in complex clinical scenarios, with d... more

5 Apr 2026 • 54 min

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Recent Guests

Antony Underwood

Pediatrician, co-founder and director of research and education at Spectrumceuticals

Spectrumceuticals

Episode: Antony Underwood - Rethinking Probiotics: Evidence-Based Applications in Practice

David Casteleijn

Herbalist, naturopath, and researcher discussed in episode

Independent practitioner/Researcher

Episode: David Casteleijn - The Science & Stories of Herbal Heroes: Passionflower

Louise Cork

Clinical naturopath specializing in concussion and post-concussion syndrome

University of New England

Episode: Louise Cork - Beyond the Impact: A Naturopathic Framework for Post-Concussion Recovery

Dr. Elizabeth Steels

Clinical biochemist and nutritionist with over 30 years of experience.

Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the School of Pharmacy, University of Queensland

Episode: Dr Elizabeth Steels - Biohacking for Longevity: Translating Trends into Therapeutic Practice

Diana Boot

Compounding pharmacist and naturopath with a focus on personalized medicines and prescribing.

Natural Script

Episode: Diana Boot - Integrative Prescribing: Collaborative Care in Natural and Conventional Medicine

Renee Grandi

Neuroscience researcher and clinical nutritionist specializing in complex chronic illnesses and neuroimmunology.

Episode: Renee Grandi - The Glymphatic System: A Missing Link in Neurodegenerative Disease

Heidi Merika

Naturopath and medical herbalist with a passion for wild medicinal and nutritional plants.

Self-employed

Episode: Heidi Merika - Reweaving the Threads of Herbal Tradition

Rebecca Tanner

Experienced naturopath, acupuncturist, and midwife with over 30 years of experience

Episode: Rebecca Tanner – Herbal Prescribing in Perinatal Care: Considerations for Clinicians

Brooke Klower

Naturopath and owner of Balanced Beings and Supplement Line BB Kids, with extensive experience in consulting children and families.

Balanced Beings

Episode: Brooke Klower - Behind the Symptoms: A Root Cause Lens on Childhood Allergies

Hosts

Laurence Katsaras

Host of The MediHerb Podcast

Kerry Sanchez

Naturopath and Digital Education Manager, Integria Healthcare; Co-host of the MediHerb Podcast

Jesal Alimchandani

Host of The MediHerb Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings

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I love this podcast, they give such good information on useful herbs, and their benefits.
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Listener feedback highlights practical, evidence-informed herbal guidance.

Many praise the breadth of topics from fertility to brain health and pediatrics.

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Apple Podcasts	#204	Canada/Health & Fitness/Alternative Health
Apple Podcasts	#57	Australia/Health & Fitness/Alternative Health
Apple Podcasts	#76	New Zealand/Health & Fitness/Alternative Health

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Antony Underwood - Rethinking Probiotics: Evidence-Based Applications in Practice

Q: How do you determine when to use multi-strain formulations versus single-strain products in infants and adults?

He explains factors driving multi-strain use, such as post-antibiotic microbiome disruption, mixed conditions, and trying to cover multiple indications efficiently, while also acknowledging that single strains can be highly targeted for specific problems like infant colic or antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

Antony Underwood - Rethinking Probiotics: Evidence-Based Applications in Practice

Q: What do you see as the key changes in the probiotic landscape over the years, especially regarding strain specificity and how this informs clinical practice?

The guest notes the shift from culture-based stool testing to DNA-based methods, the growing recognition of strain-specific effects, and the importance of matching the studied strain to the one used in practice, including considerations of taxonomy and trademarks.

Antony Underwood - Rethinking Probiotics: Evidence-Based Applications in Practice

Q: Now, before we dive into it, can you give us a brief overview of your background and how you've come to focus on probiotics?

Antony describes his path from medicine to pediatrics with an integrative focus, highlighting early work in gut health and autism, and his role with Spectrumceuticals which bridges clinical practice and probiotic research. He emphasizes a long career observing how strain specificity and the gut-brain axis have reshaped clinical approaches to gastrointestinal health.

Angela Hywood - MediHerb Unplugged: Unanswered Questions

Q: What is your approach to HPV-related cervical health, including topical and systemic strategies?

Use topical antiviral strategies (green tea catechins, curcumin, berberine) and a cervical health cream base with aloe; reinforce systemic immunity with echinacea, zinc, vitamin C, selenium, vitamin A; promote epithelial healing with calendula; monitor with Pap smears and focus on preventing progression while supporting host resilience.

Angela Hywood - MediHerb Unplugged: Unanswered Questions

Q: How do you dose Vitex, and is there evidence for daily versus divided dosing?

Typically 1–2 mL of extract per day or 1–2 tablets, divided through the day or morning and night; no strong photopharmacological evidence for a specific time, so tailor to patient convenience.

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A practitioner-focused series that centers on herbal medicine, naturopathy, and integrative health, featuring clinicians, researchers, and educators who translate traditional plant-based therapies into evidence-informed practice. Episodes frequently cover dosing strategies, safety considerations, and practical application across conditions such as anxiety, fertility, concussion recovery, autoimmunity, and cardiovascular health, often contrasting herbal approaches with conventional treatments. Notably, the show frequently highlights real-world case insights, collaboration with medical professionals, and patient education, making it a valuable resource for practitioners seeking clinically actionable strategies and for listeners curious about ... more

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