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This Is How We Heal with Anthia Koullouros

This Is How We Heal with Anthia Koullouros

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 This Is How We Heal isn't just another podcast about wellness, it's a deep and honest conversation about what really gets in the way of healing, and what helps us come back to ourselves. Hosted by naturopath Anthia Koullouros, this series explores the tiredness beneath the tiredness, the questions we quietly carry, and the truth that healing isn't only about the body it's about the whole of our being. Illness is not simply something wrong with you, and healing isn't about the quick fix. Through stories, reflections, and holistic insights drawn from over 30 years in practice, Anthia invites you to rethink what it means to be well and to remember your innate capacity to heal. Come listen, reflect, and rediscover the deeper rhythm of wholeness.2025 Hygiène et vie saine Médecine alternative et complémentaire
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    • Energy Depletion: When Your Body Says Stop

      Energy Depletion: When Your Body Says Stop
      Jan 23 2026
      Energy is a fundamental part of our well-being that often goes overlooked until it feels depleted. But when our bodies whisper for rest amidst the clatter of daily life, it's time to listen and restore what has quietly slipped away. In this episode, we'll look at society's widespread exhaustion epidemic, including: Safeguarding your energy Prioritising rituals Creating sustainable rhythms, including nourishing food, time spent in nature and more… Symptoms, Stress, and All-Encompassing fatigue Most people who come to see me in the clinic endure a draining cycle of chronic symptoms and stress. It's more than physical unease they're experiencing; it's an all-encompassing fatigue affecting their minds and spirits. Despite their efforts, it's like chasing a moving finish line. It's a fatigue that reaches deep within, not just in the muscles, but in the heart and mind. At its essence, energy is our life force, encompassing our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual capacity to face the world. On a cellular level, ATP produced by our mitochondria is the energy currency, sustaining every movement and thought. But energy transcends biology; it's the inner flame that fuels our passion and joy, enabling robust connections and responses to life's challenges. Ancient Wisdom Ancient healing systems had it right. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this life force is recognised as qi. When qi is obstructed or depleted, illness creeps in; hence, restoring it through acupuncture, nourishing foods, and mindful practices like Qi Gong is vital. Meanwhile, in Ayurveda, energy or 'prana' is the breath of life itself. When prana dwindles, it manifests as fatigue or anxiety, calling for gentle remedies like yoga and meditation. Overwhelming Stimulus Today, our culture faces a widespread exhaustion epidemic. This depletion roots not from physical toil but from overwhelming stimulus, relentless productivity, and digital fatigue. Neuroscientists, through the Polyvagal Theory, illustrate how ongoing stress can shift our nervous system into a conservation mode. This isn't genuine rest; it's a natural withdrawal, a mechanism to survive enduring stress, and a clear signal that something deeper needs addressing. Nutrition's Role in Energy Nutritional deficiencies are a common yet overlooked cause of energy loss. Beyond known factors like iron and B12, minerals such as iodine and zinc play critical roles in metabolism and cellular repair. When these are lacking, vitality wanes. Further compounding this is poor digestion, lingering post-viral fatigue, and disrupted sleep patterns—all acting as energy drains. Managing Your Energy In managing our energy, it's crucial to first plug these losses with curiosity, and not judgment. Yet, the deeper endeavour lies in safeguarding our energy. Listen closely: when you're tired, rest. Respect your natural rhythms; these are not signs of weakness, but rather essential signals to restore and repair. Rest is not idleness; it is life's natural way of renewal. Our culture often glamorises constant hustle, but rest is a profound act of self-care and preservation. It's how the body heals, how the mind relaxes, and the soul reconnects. Although stillness can be initially unsettling, confronting what we've evaded, it is through rest that true healing unfurls. Protecting energy involves knowing when to pause, when to say no, and prioritising rituals that nourish us, such as grounding foods, nature walks, and conscious breathing. Creating Sustainable Rhythms Your energy is sacred and worthy of protection. If weariness is creeping in, remember that fatigue is your body's way of signalling the need to pause and realign. Begin by creating simple, sustainable rhythms: eat with intention, sleep deeply, breathe with awareness, and invite stillness into your life. Healing commences not by forcing energy back but by aligning and allowing life to flow through you naturally. As you mend yourself bit by bit, we restore our inner harmony and reconstruct a life where vitality is preserved, presence is full, and our energy is respected. Connect with Me Visit my naturopathic clinic at apothecabyanthia.com Join the Staying Healthy Together Club for a deeper exploration of these practices Highlights 00:40 Introduction to Healing and Energy 01:04 Understanding Energy Depletion 02:51 Traditional Healing Systems 04:20 Modern Causes of Fatigue 06:08 Nutritional and Physical Factors 08:59 The Importance of Rest 10:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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      13 min
    • The Body on Fire: How to Heal from Inflammation

      The Body on Fire: How to Heal from Inflammation
      Jan 2 2026
      "Inflammation isn't the enemy. It's a messenger. Acute inflammation heals us, but chronic inflammation harms us." Inflammation gets blamed for everything; joint pain, fatigue, skin flare-ups, gut issues, brain fog, even mood disorders. But here's what's often missed: inflammation isn't always the enemy. It's also your body's ancient protector, a messenger saying "pay attention". The real problem begins when that message never switches off. In this episode, Anthia explores: what inflammation really is what drives it in modern life and practical ways to cool chronic inflammation while honouring its protective purpose Understanding Inflammation: Friend or Foe? Inflammation is your body's natural defense response. It's how your immune system reacts to injury, infection, or perceived threats. When acute, inflammation is your friend. Think of a cut on your finger becoming red, warm, and swollen - that's inflammation bringing immune cells and nutrients to fight infection and repair tissue. Once the job is done, your body switches it off. Chronic inflammation is entirely different. It's like a smoldering fire that never quite goes out. It's silent, lingering, often unnoticed, slowly damaging the tissues it touches. This low-grade fire can affect almost every part of you, manifesting as constant fatigue, anxiety, depression, bloating, food reactions, frequent colds, autoimmune activity, and that sense of never quite being well. When Inflammation Whispers and When It Shouts Sometimes inflammation whispers through brain fog, afternoon crashes, food sensitivities, and mood dips. Other times it shouts through joint pain, skin flare-ups, sinus congestion, and ongoing digestive upsets. The sooner we listen, the easier it is to intervene. Awareness is the first step to healing. The Load vs. Capacity Framework Inflammation is really about capacity and load. Your body has a certain capacity to digest, detoxify, repair, and regulate. Modern life piles on the load through food, stress, toxins, disrupted light exposure, and emotional pressure. Inflammation rises when the load exceeds capacity. Ten Major Drivers of Chronic Inflammation Food and Metabolic Stress Ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, and industrial seed oils spike blood sugar and promote insulin resistance. Additives and alcohol irritate the gut and liver, keeping the immune system switched on. Gut Imbalance A microbiome lacking diversity produces more endotoxins - toxic fragments from gut bacteria that can leak into the bloodstream through leaky gut, keeping inflammation humming in the background. Chronic Stress When your nervous system is stuck in fight-or-flight, cortisol drips all day, digestion slows, sleep fragments, and inflammation rises. Circadian Rhythm and Sleep Disruption Blue light at night, late meals, and irregular sleep confuse your body's clock. Even one short night raises inflammatory markers. Environmental Toxins Chemicals in air, water, personal care products, pesticides, plastics, and mould create an invisible load that tips the immune system toward inflammation. Emotional Strain Unprocessed grief, anger, and trauma live in the body as much as the mind. Loneliness and disconnection also raise inflammation. Hormone Imbalances When insulin, estrogen, thyroid hormones, or cortisol are out of balance, inflammation rises. Nutrient Deficiencies Insufficient omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, or folate make it harder for the body to resolve inflammation. Hidden Infections and Histamine Issues Oral health problems, gut overgrowths, and histamine intolerance can create silent sparks for inflammation. Medications and Medical Factors Some medications alter the gut barrier or nutrient levels, making supportive care alongside essential medication important. Foods That Fuel the Fire Certain foods stoke inflammatory flames, including sugar and refined carbohydrates that spike blood sugar, processed meats and fried foods that create oxidative stress, food additives that irritate the gut and disturb the microbiome, excess alcohol and caffeine that overload the liver, and industrial seed oils high in omega-6 that push the body toward pro-inflammatory signaling. For some people, nightshades (tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, peppers) and histamine-rich foods (aged cheeses, wine, fermented foods) can trigger inflammatory responses. Foods That Cool and Calm Anti-inflammatory foods work by modulating oxidative stress, supporting the gut microbiome, and regulating immune pathways. Leafy Greens and Colorful Vegetables Spinach, kale, beetroot, and carrots provide antioxidants that neutralise free radicals and feed beneficial gut bacteria, which produce metabolites that strengthen the gut lining. Omega-3 Rich Foods Wild fish and grass-fed animals provide EPA and DHA, which convert into compounds that actively switch off inflammatory pathways and regulate immune cell activity. Activated Nuts and Seeds Soaking reduces ...
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      21 min
    • Bloated, sluggish, uncomfortable: It might be poor digestion

      Bloated, sluggish, uncomfortable: It might be poor digestion
      Dec 12 2025
      "Healing doesn't begin with restriction. It begins with awareness" Ever wondered why you feel bloated after meals or drag yourself through the afternoon with low energy? The problem might not be what you're eating, but how you're eating it. We explore: The forgotten connection between our eating habits, stress levels, and digestive health The 15-30-15 rule Why that 3pm slump and post-meal bloating aren't just "normal parts of modern life". What's Really Happening When Digestion Goes Wrong We've become obsessed with what we eat. Is it organic, keto, paleo, vegan? But we've forgotten something crucial: how we eat shapes the way our bodies process food. When digestion is compromised, it's not just your gut that suffers. Every system in your body feels the impact, from your energy and mood to your hormones and skin. Think of digestion as the first step in nourishment. If that step is incomplete, if food isn't broken down properly, it creates a ripple effect that can eventually lead to fatigue, hormone imbalances, skin issues, and even chronic disease. The good news? Most of our digestive saboteurs are simple habits we can change. The Five Root Causes I see in Clinic Low stomach acid Low stomach acid is perhaps the most misunderstood cause of digestive issues. Many people are prescribed acid-blocking medications for reflux when the real problem is often too little acid, not too much. Without enough stomach acid, food lingers and ferments, creating the very symptoms we're trying to treat. Enzyme and bile deficiency Enzyme and bile deficiency means your body struggles to break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates properly. Whether due to age, stress, medications, or gallbladder removal, it's like trying to conduct an orchestra without a conductor. Everything feels out of sync. Chronic stress Chronic stress keeps your body stuck in fight-or-flight mode, shutting down the rest-and-digest response your gut needs to function. You can eat the cleanest meal, but if you're eating it while stressed, your body won't receive it properly. Inflammation Inflammation from processed foods, medications, or food intolerances damages the gut lining and can lead to leaky gut, where toxins and undigested particles leak into your bloodstream, triggering symptoms that can appear far from the gut itself. Microbial imbalance Microbial balance happens when beneficial gut bacteria are depleted through antibiotics, stress, or poor diet, allowing opportunistic microbes to take over. The gut is like a garden…neglect the flowers and the weeds will thrive. The Simple Solution: The 15-30-15 Minute Rule Instead of jumping straight to supplements or restrictive diets, start with something beautifully simple; what I call "the digestive pause". Digestion isn't just chemical, it's a sensory experience that begins with the sizzle of food in the pan, the aroma of herbs, and the colors on your plate. These cues trigger your body to release saliva, acid, and enzymes, preparing to receive food. Fifteen minutes before eating, shift your gear from stress into calm. This is where herbal digestive bitters come in. Just a few drops awaken bitter receptors throughout your gut, priming acid and enzymes. Sit down properly, lay out your meal, and offer some gratitude. This simple ritual helps you move into rest-and-digest mode. During your thirty minutes of eating, slow down and savour the sensory experience. Smell your food, taste it, chew thoroughly until it becomes liquid before taking the next bite. Put your fork down between bites and protect your mealtime from screens and stress. Fifteen minutes after eating, take a gentle walk. This supports digestion, balances blood sugar, and reduces bloating naturally. Rediscovering the Lost Taste of Bitterness Our modern diets are dominated by sweet, salty, and savoury flavors, while bitterness has been stripped away. Yet for centuries, bitter foods like rocket, dandelion, chicory, and grapefruit peel were dietary staples that toned digestion and regulated appetite. European cultures preserved this wisdom with aperitifs before meals and digestifs afterward. When I reintroduce bitters to patients - whether through herbal tinctures or simple foods like rocket and dandelion - they often notice relief within days. Bitterness isn't harsh medicine; it's the body's way of saying "prepare, food is coming". The Heart of Healing Healing doesn't begin with restriction, it begins with awareness. When we slow down,and engage all our senses, we transform not just digestion but our entire relationship with food. Because digestion isn't isolated. It's the foundation of the body's rhythm of nourishment, repair, and renewal. Practical Action Steps Choose one meal per day to eat mindfully Implement the 15-30-15 minute rule Incorporate bitter foods or herbal bitters Notice your current eating patterns without judgment Create simple rituals around mealtime Connect with Me: Visit her naturopathic ...
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      16 min
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