UC 413: The Natural Advantage with Dr Jenny Brockis

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In this episode, Cyndi O’Meara is joined by Dr. Jenny Brockis, a lifestyle medicine practitioner, to explore the powerful connection between nature and human health. Together, they discuss the science behind nature’s impact on mental and physical wellbeing, the importance of prevention in healthcare, and how lifestyle choices—like diet, sleep, and time outdoors—play a vital role in our overall health.

They also dive into the role of nutrition in mental health, the benefits of foraging, the influence of gut microbiomes, and how reconnecting with nature can be a keystone habit for lasting change. With shared insights and personal stories, the conversation highlights a growing movement toward nature-based health practices and the need for integrated, preventative approaches in modern healthcare.

Key Topics Covered:

• The healing power of nature and outdoor exposure
• Circadian rhythms, sleep, and natural light
• Food choices, gut health, and mental wellbeing
• The role of culture in shaping healthy habits
• Gaps in traditional healthcare and the push for prevention
• Nature-based solutions and lifestyle medicine

Tune in for a thoughtful, inspiring conversation about how embracing nature and lifestyle change can redefine the way we approach health.

Dr Jenny Brockis is a bestselling author, board-certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner, and workplace health and well-being consultant. Working with business leaders, busy professionals and individuals, her aim is to educate, inform and inspire positive and transformational lifestyle change, providing practical, achievable and evidence-based solutions to mitigate, resolve and help prevent many of the modern maladies of life

Where to find Dr Jenny

Website: https://drjennybrockis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennybrockis/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjennybrockis/

Cyndi O’Meara Links
Website – https://thenutrition.academy/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/cyndiomeara/
https://www.instagram.com/thenutrition_academy/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cyndi.lovetto
https://www.facebook.com/thechnutritionacademy

Kim Morrison Links
Website – https://www.kimmorrison.com/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/kimmorrison28/
https://www.instagram.com/twenty.8.essential/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KimMorrisonTraining
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