From feeling flat and unwell to thriving with energy, Bronwyn Johnstone shares the simple changes that transformed her health and her life. Dr Mary chats with Bronwyn, a fertility nurse and very busy human—mum of boys, with a husband who’s “not really retired.” After years of struggling with her health, she made gradual, sustainable changes that have completely turned her life around. In this conversation, Bronwyn shares how she went from feeling drained to thriving—covering the practical steps, mindset shifts, and small daily habits that made the biggest difference. 

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ 

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/bronwyns-breakthrough-moment 

From feeling flat and unwell to thriving with energy, Bronwyn Johnstone shares the simple changes that transformed her health and her life. Dr Mary chats with Bronwyn, a fertility nurse and very busy human&mdash;mum of boys, with a husband who&rsquo;s &ldquo;not really retired.&rdquo; After years of struggling with her health, she made gradual, sustainable changes that have completely turned her life around. In this conversation, Bronwyn shares how she went from feeling drained to thriving&mdash;covering the practical steps, mindset shifts, and small daily habits that made the biggest difference.&nbsp;
For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/">https://www.rlmedicine.com/</a>&nbsp;
Episode, show notes &amp; transcript <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/bronwyns-breakthrough-moment">https://www.rlmedicine.com/bronwyns-breakthrough-moment</a>&nbsp;

Welcome to the Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast where you get Real advice from Real Doctors to help you lose weight and revolutionise your health not just now but permanently. You can change your future, starting now. 

Imagine if everything you had been told about weight loss was wrong. 

We are here to bust through some myths and give you actionable advice. Real health and weight loss is a journey and we, your hosts Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns from Real Life Medicine, are here with you every step of the way. 

Welcome to the Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast where you get Real advice from Real Doctors to help you lose weight and revolutionise your health not just now but permanently. You can change your future, starting now.&nbsp;
Imagine if everything you had been told about weight loss was wrong.&nbsp;
We are here to bust through some myths and give you actionable advice. Real health and weight loss is a journey and we, your hosts Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns from Real Life Medicine, are here with you every step of the way.&nbsp;

Real health from real doctors on health and weight loss

Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast

Welcome to the Real Health and Weight Loss where you get Real advice from Real Doctors to help you lose weight and revolutionise your health not just now but permanently. You can change your future, starting now. Imagine if everything you had been told about weight loss was wrong.

We are here to bust through some myths and give you actionable advice. Real Health and weight loss is a journey and we, your hosts Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns from Real Life Medicine are here with you every step of the way. 

Welcome to the Real Health and Weight Loss where you get Real advice from Real Doctors to help you lose weight and revolutionise your health not just now but permanently. You can change your future, starting now. Imagine if everything you had been told about weight loss was wrong.
We are here to bust through some myths and give you actionable advice. Real Health and weight loss is a journey and we, your hosts Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns from Real Life Medicine are here with you every step of the way.&nbsp;

Real Health and Weight Loss

269 Bronwyn’s Breakthrough Moment

Dr Mary Barson sits down with Dr Louise Phillips, a Queensland GP with over 20 years of experience, to talk about what’s really happening with metabolic health in Australia right now. They break down complex topics like insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes in plain, simple language, and explain why low-carb eating can be a powerful tool for improving your health. Dr Louise also shares insights into the challenges both patients and doctors face, including burnout, and offers practical advice on how to get the most out of your GP appointments and navigate the healthcare system with confidence. If you want to understand your metabolism, make sense of your health, and pick up tips for feeling your best, this episode is packed with helpful guidance. 

Dr Louise website:  https://lowcarbscripts.com/
Dr Louise available for consultation at Albany Creek Brisbane via https://www.radiusmedical.com.au/ 

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ 

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/getting-better-care-in-a-busy-health-system-with-dr-louise-phillips 

Dr Mary Barson sits down with Dr Louise Phillips, a Queensland GP with over 20 years of experience, to talk about what&rsquo;s really happening with metabolic health in Australia right now. They break down complex topics like insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes in plain, simple language, and explain why low-carb eating can be a powerful tool for improving your health. Dr Louise also shares insights into the challenges both patients and doctors face, including burnout, and offers practical advice on how to get the most out of your GP appointments and navigate the healthcare system with confidence. If you want to understand your metabolism, make sense of your health, and pick up tips for feeling your best, this episode is packed with helpful guidance.&nbsp;
Dr Louise website:&nbsp; <a href="https://lowcarbscripts.com/">https://lowcarbscripts.com/</a> Dr Louise available for consultation at Albany Creek Brisbane via <a href="https://www.radiusmedical.com.au/">https://www.radiusmedical.com.au/</a>&nbsp;
For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/">https://www.rlmedicine.com/</a>&nbsp;
Episode, show notes &amp; transcript <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/getting-better-care-in-a-busy-health-system-with-dr-louise-phillips">https://www.rlmedicine.com/getting-better-care-in-a-busy-health-system-with-dr-louise-phillips</a>&nbsp;

301 Getting Better Care in a Busy Health System with Dr Louise Phillips

In part 2 of this gut health deep dive, Dr Mary Barson continues her powerful conversation with gastroenterologist and microbiome expert Dr Paul Froomes. You’ll discover why the carnivore diet can calm symptoms at first but may harm your microbiome long term, how hidden chemicals in processed foods damage your gut lining, and what that means for inflammation, insulin resistance and chronic disease.

Dr Paul shares clear, practical steps to start healing your gut, from simple food changes to targeted microbiome testing that can uncover the real cause of long-standing bloating, pain and food intolerances. If you have an irritable bowel, feel confused by conflicting diet advice, or have ever been told “it’s just stress”, this follow-up episode will show you what’s really going on in your gut and what you can do about it. 

Website links:
Website:themicrobiomeclinic.com.au 
Instagram:@dr.paulfroomes 
TikTok:@drpaulfroomes 

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ 

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-2 

In part 2 of this gut health deep dive, Dr Mary Barson continues her powerful conversation with gastroenterologist and microbiome expert Dr Paul Froomes. You&rsquo;ll discover why the carnivore diet can calm symptoms at first but may harm your microbiome long term, how hidden chemicals in processed foods damage your gut lining, and what that means for inflammation, insulin resistance and chronic disease.
Dr Paul shares clear, practical steps to start healing your gut, from simple food changes to targeted microbiome testing that can uncover the real cause of long-standing bloating, pain and food intolerances. If you have an irritable bowel, feel confused by conflicting diet advice, or have ever been told &ldquo;it&rsquo;s just stress&rdquo;, this follow-up episode will show you what&rsquo;s really going on in your gut and what you can do about it.&nbsp;
Website links:
<ul>
<li>Website: <a href="https://themicrobiomeclinic.com.au/">themicrobiomeclinic.com.au</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.paulfroomes/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.paulfroomes/">@dr.paulfroomes</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@drpaulfroomes"> </a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@drpaulfroomes">@drpaulfroomes</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/">https://www.rlmedicine.com/</a>&nbsp;
Episode, show notes &amp; transcript <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-2">https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-2</a>&nbsp;

300 Microbiome Medicine for Metabolic Health with Dr Paul Froomes (Part 2)

 Did you know the trillions of bacteria living in your gut could be contributing to weight gain, bloating, anxiety, and even depression? In this episode, Dr Mary Barson sits down with Melbourne gastroenterologist Dr Paul Froomes — a gut health expert with over 30 years of experience — to unpack the science of the microbiome in plain English. You'll learn why "functional" gut conditions like IBS are very real (not just in your head), how the food you eat directly shapes your gut bacteria, and how a dysbiotic microbiome can make you absorb more calories, crave sugar, and become insulin resistant. This is part one of a two-part conversation you won't want to miss. 

Website links: 
Website: themicrobiomeclinic.com.au/ 
Instagram:@dr.paulfroomes
TikTok:@drpaulfroomes

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ 

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-1 

&nbsp;Did you know the trillions of bacteria living in your gut could be contributing to weight gain, bloating, anxiety, and even depression? In this episode, Dr Mary Barson sits down with Melbourne gastroenterologist Dr Paul Froomes &mdash; a gut health expert with over 30 years of experience &mdash; to unpack the science of the microbiome in plain English. You'll learn why "functional" gut conditions like IBS are very real (not just in your head), how the food you eat directly shapes your gut bacteria, and how a dysbiotic microbiome can make you absorb more calories, crave sugar, and become insulin resistant. This is part one of a two-part conversation you won't want to miss.&nbsp;
Website links:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Website: <a href="https://themicrobiomeclinic.com.au/">themicrobiomeclinic.com.au/</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.paulfroomes/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.paulfroomes/">@dr.paulfroomes</a></li>
<li>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@drpaulfroomes"> </a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@drpaulfroomes">@drpaulfroomes</a></li>
</ul>
For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/">https://www.rlmedicine.com/</a>&nbsp;
Episode, show notes &amp; transcript <a href="https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-1">https://www.rlmedicine.com/microbiome-medicine-for-metabolic-health-with-dr-paul-froomes-part-1</a>&nbsp;

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