The Health Formula Show

400:The Closing of A Chapter

In this final episode, Paula reflects on why The Health Formula Show began and the intention behind it. To create an honest, grounded space for real health education. She looks back on the wide range of topics explored throughout the podcast, including gut health, hormones, nutrition, inflammation, digestion, skin health, fertility, detoxification, stress, mindset, and more. Episode 400 marks the closing of this chapter, while reminding listeners that all 400 episodes remain available. Most importantly, it's a reminder that you're not broken, and that understanding your body is always the first step toward healing. This is not a goodbye, but a pause. Tune in to hear: The intention behind the show (00:24)  Topics explored in the show (00:41) A message for anyone feeling lost or unheard  (01:25) Why Episode 400 marks a pause (01:50) How to explore all 400 episodes  (03:20) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode400 for the show notes Join our newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow Synergised on Instagram: @synergiseduk Follow Paula on Instagram: @paulabenedi . P.S. This podcast and website represent the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.  

399: The 4 Root Causes of Ulcerative Colitis and How to Start Healing Today

Ulcerative colitis affects so many people, yet it's still deeply misunderstood. Flare ups, urgency, and unpredictable digestion can take over daily life and impact far more than just the gut. From the very beginning, it's important to know that if you're living with UC, you are not imagining your symptoms, and you are not powerless in this process. Ulcerative colitis is not random. Your body is not attacking you for no reason. In this episode, we break down the four root causes behind UC and explore what you can start doing now to support healing and create the right environment for your body to recover.  Tune in to hear: The biggest myth about UC and medication (03:05) The four root causes driving ulcerative colitis (04:00) Why lab testing is non-negotiable (04:53) Why there is no one-size-fits-all protocol (09:20) What you can start doing today: where healing begins (11:30) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode399 for the show notes Join our newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow Synergised on Instagram: @synergiseduk Follow Paula on Instagram: @paulabenedi . P.S. This podcast and website represent the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.  

398:The Real Reason You're Inflamed – And How To Fix It Naturally

Inflammation doesn't always look like pain or swelling. For many people, it builds quietly over time and shows up as symptoms that are often ignored or brushed off, such as fatigue, brain fog, bloating, skin breakouts, mood changes, or feeling puffy in the morning. In this episode, we explore why inflammation is not the enemy but a signal. We break down the underlying patterns that drive inflammation and explain how symptoms that seem unrelated are often connected beneath the surface. We focus on healing, walking through, step by step, how inflammation can be calmed by restoring balance and supporting the body in the right way. Tune in to hear: Why most people are inflamed without realising it (01:46)  How inflammation really shows up and the symptoms people miss (01:58) Client case study: uncovering the root issue (02:28) Key drivers of inflammation (03:10) Steps to calm inflammation and restore balance (07:45) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode398 for the show notes Join our newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow Synergised on Instagram: @synergiseduk Follow Paula on Instagram: @paulabenedi . P.S. This podcast and website represent the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.  

397: The Antibiotic Trap: How It Quietly Damages Your Gut And Creates a Vicious Cycle of Symptoms

Antibiotics can save lives, but they can also silently disrupt your gut, energy, skin, and immunity long after you've finished the prescription. If you've noticed new bloating, food sensitivities, fatigue, or recurring infections since taking them, this episode connects the dots and explains why. We explore what really happens inside your body after antibiotics and how to restore balance naturally through smarter gut, immune, and detox support. Tune in to hear: The hidden connection between antibiotics and your symptoms (00:51) What no one warns you about after antibiotics (02:13) The client story that revealed the real damage (03:45) The shocking truth about what antibiotics really do (05:11) Why probiotics can't undo the harm (08:04) How to rebuild your gut after antibiotics the right way (09:53) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode397 for the show notes Join our newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow Synergised on Instagram: @synergiseduk Follow Paula on Instagram: @paulabenedi . P.S. This podcast and website represent the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

396: Low Iron: Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed (And What's Really Causing It)

Feeling exhausted, cold, dizzy, or losing hair even though your blood work looks "normal"? Low iron isn't always about not getting enough; it's about why your body isn't using it properly. We uncover the hidden reasons iron supplements fail, from poor absorption and low stomach acid to inflammation, stress, and mineral imbalances that quietly drain your energy. You'll also learn which markers actually reflect true iron levels and the simple, natural steps to rebuild energy, from gut support to smarter mineral balance. Tune in to hear: The truth about low iron and why tablets don't solve it (02:22) The real reason your iron isn't absorbing (03:59) Heavy periods are not normal, here's what they're really telling you (05:58) The numbers that actually reveal iron deficiency (07:28) How to finally fix low iron the right way (08:20) Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode396 for the show notes Join our newsletter: www.synergised.info/newsletter Follow Synergised on Instagram: @synergiseduk . P.S. This podcast and website represent the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.