Nutrition Gateway

#034: Your Body’s Many Cries for Water: Why Filtration Isn’t Enough (Zazen Water + Shower Filters)

Send us Fan MailMost people think “good water” just means filtering out chlorine and contaminants. In this conversation with Fiona Provan, Senior Partner Manager at Zazen Water, we go deeper into cellular hydration, why minerals matter, and how water’s structure influences how well your body actually absorbs it.We also unpack Zazen’s shower filter range and why chlorine exposure in hot showers can matter for your skin, hair, and breathing. Plus, how a simple renter-friendly setup can make your daily shower feel like a day spa upgrade.If you’ve been working on anxiety, energy, inflammation, digestion, or you simply want stronger health foundations for your family, this one’s for you.In this episode we coverWhy filtering is only half the story (removal vs re-mineralising and supporting structure)Clean water vs water that hydrates at a cellular levelThe Zazen approach: minerals + magnetic field + lightDehydration and chronic symptoms (Your Body’s Many Cries for Water)Why some RO and bottled waters can leave you feeling flatRainwater tanks, acidity, and why “alkaline” is not always “balanced”What to look for in shower filters (media quality, lifespan, replacement cost)Water filter vs shower filter first: how to decide for your householdKey takeaways Better hydration is not just about what you remove, it’s also what you add back in. Minerals matter, and hot showers can increase chlorine exposure, so filtering your shower can be a meaningful upgrade.Resources Explore Zazen’s shower filters: https://zazenalkalinewater.com.au/collections/shower-filters-1About my guest Fiona Provan is the Senior Partner Manager at Zazen Water. With a background in Health Science (Homeopathy), she supports practitioners and customers across Australia and is passionate about practical water education for everyday health.Want the podcast listener Zazen discount?Message me and we’ll map your next best step, especially if anxiety, inflammation, fatigue, cravings or brain fog have been part of your story.About your hostI’m Sally-Anne Kearns, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of Nutrition Gateway. I help women calm anxiety, clear brain fog, and stabilise energy through simple, stackable micro-habits grounded in nutrition and lifestyle foundations.Sally-Anne's HEALthy 40 day reset $139.00 for the life changing nutrition and biohacking tools that will transform your pain, energy, sleep and reverse your age! Join Sally-Anne Kearns next 40 Day Reset https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetEmail me: Sally@sallyannekearns.com.au or call me 0400 203 203 Check out the Lifewave X39 Patches www.lifewave.com/SKearns

#033 Raising Men: Fathering Identity, Leading with Courage (with Dusty Lapp)

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a man stops drifting, gets clear on who he is, and starts leading from a grounded, God-given identity?In this episode of Nutrition Gateway, I’m joined by Dusty Lapp- husband, father, minister, mentor, coach, and former professional bullfighter - celebrating his new book Kingdom Men: Rise, Lead, Finish. Dusty unpacks why sonship comes before striving, why identity is the first battlefield for men, and how vision (or lack of it) shapes marriage, family, health, and legacy.We talk masculinity in today’s culture, why “toxic masculinity” is a lazy label, and what leadership actually looks like at home (often quiet, consistent, and courageous). Dusty also shares encouragement for wives carrying too much; and why prayer and honour can become catalysts for change.If you’re raising boys, married to a man finding his feet, or you’re a man who knows you were made for more - this will land.What You’ll Learn (Key Takeaways)Identity before activity: worth isn’t earned-sonship/acceptance comes first (Matthew 3–4).Why men drift without vision -and how that impacts the whole household.Maturity isn’t age; it’s responsibility.Masculine leadership: protect, guide, govern (bring order and safety).Why men disengage under repeated criticism (withdrawal is common).The “crown” principle: words can strengthen leadership - or undermine it.Why prayer shifts the dynamic when control is released.Fathering shapes identity: what children believe they deserve and pursue.Whole-person health: spirit, soul, body - wholeness brings stability.Why Dusty wrote the book: break generational patterns and finish strong.Bullfighting lesson: courage moves toward discomfort; fear-marked areas require leadership.ResourcesKingdom Men: Rise, Lead, Finish (Dusty Lapp) - Amazon.com.au KindleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dusty.lapp.9Instagram: @dustyl_kingdommenWebsite: https://kingdommencoaching.com/Scripture referenced (themes) Romans 8:19 • Matthew 3–4 • Proverbs 27:17 • Ephesians 2:10 • Exodus 20:5–6About your hostI’m Sally-Anne Kearns, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of Nutrition Gateway. I help women calm anxiety, clear brain fog, and stabilise energy through simple, stackable micro-habits grounded in nutrition and lifestyle foundations.Sally-Anne's HEALthy 40 day reset $139.00 for the life changing nutrition and biohacking tools that will transform your pain, energy, sleep and reverse your age! Join Sally-Anne Kearns next 40 Day Reset https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetEmail me: Sally@sallyannekearns.com.au or call me 0400 203 203 Check out the Lifewave X39 Patches www.lifewave.com/SKearns

#032: The Supplement Facts: Why 85% Aren’t Worth Taking - with supplement expert Kate Mahoney

Send us Fan MailKate Mahoney, former NTA instructor & founder of the Supplement Academy, breaks down why less than 15% of supplements are worth taking, how to read labels with confidence, & why “food first” beats chasing the next trending pill.Kate Mahoney, is a food-first dietary supplement expert with 30 years’ experience and the founder of the Supplement Academy. She teaches health professionals and consumers how to evaluate supplement quality and effectiveness without affiliate bias or brand influence - so people can make informed, confident decisions.Episode Description If you’ve ever bought a supplement because “someone said it worked”… & then it ended up in your supplement graveyard, this episode will validate your experience.I’m joined by supplement expert Kate Mahoney - a natural health geek and food-first functional nutrition practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience who accidentally became a dietary supplement expert along the way. She shares the facts: most supplements are not worth your money, & some can quietly create imbalances if taken long-term or taken in the wrong form.We cover the real reasons most supplement education is confusing (hint: conflicts of interest), why “recommended doses” can be misleading, & the surprising differences between US vs Australian supplement labeling.If you’re a health-conscious consumer or a practitioner who wants to lift your standards & protect your clients, this is a must-listen.What You’ll LearnWhy 85% of supplements worldwide are NOT worth taking (and fatty acids 90%)The supplement industry’s biggest issue: profit-driven marketing disguised as educationWhy “if it’s on the shelf, it must be safe” is a dangerous assumptionThe difference between US (DSHEA) and Australia (TGA) oversight — and why it mattersWhy there is no universal “everyone should take this” supplement (bio-individuality)The magnesium myth: how long-term use can create mineral imbalances (calcium vs magnesium)Why “detox” & parasite cleanses are often backwards - & what actually supports detoxThe hidden label trap: “500mg magnesium glycinate” isn’t the same as 500mg elemental magnesiumWhy “recommended dose” depends on country rules, forms, sourcing, & what the label doesn’t sayResources & LinksKate’s website:  www.thesupplementacademy.com Join the SQS certification course waitlist+subscribe to Kate's newsletterFollow Kate: @KateMahoneyNTP (and also look for @theSupplementAcademy on Facebook/LinkedIn/Instagram) If this episode made you rethink yAbout your hostI’m Sally-Anne Kearns, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of Nutrition Gateway. I help women calm anxiety, clear brain fog, and stabilise energy through simple, stackable micro-habits grounded in nutrition and lifestyle foundations.Sally-Anne's HEALthy 40 day reset $139.00 for the life changing nutrition and biohacking tools that will transform your pain, energy, sleep and reverse your age! Join Sally-Anne Kearns next 40 Day Reset https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetEmail me: Sally@sallyannekearns.com.au or call me 0400 203 203 Check out the Lifewave X39 Patches www.lifewave.com/SKearns

#031: HEALthy 40 Day Reset: Stop Guessing What to Eat + Reset Cravings, Mood, Sleep & Energy

Send us Fan MailSick of guessing what to eat… doing well on Monday… then falling off by Thursday because cravings hit, energy crashes roll in, your sleep breaks, or your body feels puffy and inflamed?In this short promo episode of Nutrition Gateway, functional nutritionist Sally-Anne Kearns shares why your body isn’t broken - you’re simply missing a clear, sustainable process. She introduces the February HEALthy 40 Day Reset: a 40-day rhythm designed for high-capacity women who are running on fumes and want to feel better without perfection.You’ll hear why symptoms like cravings, mood swings, “wired but tired” energy, unpredictable digestion and broken sleep aren’t character flaws - they’re feedback. This reset helps you learn the language of your body, personalise what works for you (bio-individual), and stop feeling gaslit when tests come back “normal” but you still don’t feel normal.If you’re dealing with any of these, this episode is for you: • Sugar or carb cravings + never feeling satisfied • Puffy/inflamed body + stubborn symptoms • Energy crashes + needing an afternoon nap • Broken sleep (falling asleep or staying asleep) • Unpredictable digestion • Mood swings + feeling reactive under stressWhat’s inside the HEALthy 40 Day Reset (February intake)Dates: 5 February → 16 March (AEDT) Live coaching: 6 live Zoom calls — Thursdays 1:00pm AEDT (recorded) Includes: portal access (videos, guides, checklists), optional trackers, and a private community for accountability + real-time support.Foundations we focus on: Hydration rhythm • gut-loving swaps • 80/20 consistency • movement prompts • sleep starter stepsOptional add-on: wearable light-signalling biohacking tools to support your goals (performance, weight, nervous system regulation). Totally optional - recommended based on your needs.This is not a detox. It’s a reset you can live inside real life - building trust with your body again through small “yes” steps stacked over 40 days.Investment: $139 AUD 👉 Doors are open now. https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetAbout your hostI’m Sally-Anne Kearns, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of Nutrition Gateway. I help women calm anxiety, clear brain fog, and stabilise energy through simple, stackable micro-habits grounded in nutrition and lifestyle foundations.Sally-Anne's HEALthy 40 day reset $139.00 for the life changing nutrition and biohacking tools that will transform your pain, energy, sleep and reverse your age! Join Sally-Anne Kearns next 40 Day Reset https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetEmail me: Sally@sallyannekearns.com.au or call me 0400 203 203 Check out the Lifewave X39 Patches www.lifewave.com/SKearns

#030: Alcohol, Aussie Culture & the Real Cost to Health - Andre Obradovic

Send us Fan MailAustralian drinking culture is loud, normalised - and expensive. In this straight-talking episode, men’s health coach Andre Obradovic breaks down why Aussie men drink (stress relief, identity, belonging, avoidance), how “I only drink socially” often becomes a pattern, and why alcohol quietly sabotages the results most men want: fat loss, recovery, sleep quality, and testosterone.We unpack the hidden costs beyond “extra calories”: the sleep disruption that drives cravings and poor decisions, the hormone hit that slows progress, and the way weekend drinking can wipe out a week of training and nutrition. Andre also calls out the fitness industry’s “cheat day + cardio” trap, shares practical scripts for handling social pressure without being weird or preachy, and gives a simple, measurable 30-day minimum effective plan that actually moves the needle.Andre is known for his no-nonsense approach to nutrition, mindset, and performance. Since 2016, he’s coached everyone from everyday men to executives and athletes - helping them reduce stress, improve sleep, and drop stubborn body fat with clear systems that remove decision fatigue.What we coverThe real reasons men drink: stress relief, identity, belonging, permission, avoidanceWhen “social drinking” becomes a habit (and how to test it)Work functions, judgement, and behaviour: the executive drinking problemAlcohol’s big hits: testosterone, sleep, fat loss, and recoveryWhy cheat days keep people stuck (and why the industry loves them)“No thanks” scripts for mates and social pressure (truth + “white lie” options)Parenting + leadership: what you model at home mattersThe 30-day plan: alcohol rules, food rules, sleep rules, steps, and structureKey takeawaysWeekend drinking can stall fat loss and recovery for days.Alcohol isn’t just calories - it changes hormones, sleep quality, and decision-making.If your mates mock your health goals, they’re passengers, not partners.Most men don’t need more cardio - they need better food, better sleep, and daily walking.You don’t wing health: plan dinners, cook extra protein, portion leftovers.Connect with AndreWebsite: www.andreobradovic.comLinkedIn: (11) Andre Obradovic | LinkedInArticle: The Truth About Alcohol and Performance | Andre ObradovicAbout your hostI’m Sally-Anne Kearns, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of Nutrition Gateway. I help women calm anxiety, clear brain fog, and stabilise energy through simple, stackable micro-habits grounded in nutrition and lifestyle foundations.Sally-Anne's HEALthy 40 day reset $139.00 for the life changing nutrition and biohacking tools that will transform your pain, energy, sleep and reverse your age! Join Sally-Anne Kearns next 40 Day Reset https://go.sallyannekearns.com.au/resetEmail me: Sally@sallyannekearns.com.au or call me 0400 203 203 Check out the Lifewave X39 Patches www.lifewave.com/SKearns