If you are exhausted but can’t switch off, snapping at everyone around you and running on caffeine and willpower, your body is telling you it’s time to recover and lower your cortisol levels.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy break down what stress is doing inside your body, why you can’t always just think your way out of it, and the practical stress recovery tools that can help your nervous system finally feel safe enough to regulate.

Stress is inevitable. Life happens, things get busy, sometimes it’s out of your control. But what you can control is how you manage it.

In this episode, we cover:

 * How to lower cortisol naturally and why chronic stress is a physiological response not just a mindset issue
 * What happens inside the body during the stress response including cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline
 * Why your body can’t tell the difference between a tiger and financial stress, poor sleep or constant notifications
 * Chronic stress symptoms including wired but tired, adrenal fatigue symptoms, afternoon energy crashes and burnout
 * How chronic stress disrupts hormones, thyroid function, ovulation, progesterone and libido
 * Cortisol and weight gain, why chronic stress increases belly fat and stalls fat loss
 * Stress and gut health including bloating, constipation and digestive issues driven by chronic stress
 * Stress and fertility, how high cortisol symptoms suppress ovulation and impact those who are TTC
 * Stress and inflammation and why chronic stress is one of the biggest drivers of disease
 * Sleep as the foundation of stress recovery and how to support it naturally
 * Walking and movement as underrated tools for how to lower cortisol naturally
 * Nourishment and why undereating and restricting carbohydrates adds to your stress load
 * Nervous system regulation through breathwork and boundaries as stress management tools
 * Adaptogenic herbs for stress including ashwagandha, withania, rhodiola, holy basil and astragalus
 * Key nutrients depleted by chronic stress including magnesium, B vitamins, omega 3, vitamin C and zinc
 * Natural remedies for stress and anxiety and how to build a personalised stress recovery plan

If you have been pushing through, doing all the right things, and still feel like you are running on empty this episode will  give you a clear and practical place to start recovering.

Connect with us:

Mungbean:

Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health

Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements:

Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

How to Lower Cortisol Naturally | Signs Your Body Is Stuck in Chronic Stress and How to Start Recovering 

If you are doing all the right things, hitting the gym, staying consistent, pushing hard but still feeling exhausted, stuck, and not seeing results, this episode might be the missing piece you have been looking for.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy break down the relationship between exercise and hormones, and why more is not always better when it comes to moving your body.

The type of exercise you do, the intensity, the timing, and your current hormonal state all matter far more than the calories you are burning.

In this episode, we cover:

 * How exercise and hormones are directly connected including cortisol, insulin, estrogen, progesterone, thyroid and testosterone
 * Why over exercising can stall fat loss, suppress ovulation and worsen hormonal acne
 * Strength training for women.
 * The hormonal benefits of resistance training and who it is best for
 * Low intensity exercise and walking for hormone health and why daily walking is one of the most underrated hormone regulators
 * Pilates and yoga for hormone balance, cortisol reduction and nervous system regulation
 * HIIT and hormones, when high intensity training helps and when it hurts
 * Endurance training and the hormonal risks including cycle loss and reduced progesterone
 * Cycle syncing exercise. How to match your training intensity to each phase of your menstrual cycle
 * Best exercise for postpartum and breastfeeding recovery
 * Exercise and perimenopause. Why resistance training and walking are essential for bone density and hormonal health
 * Exercise and PCOS and insulin resistance.
 * Which training styles support blood sugar and hormone balance
 * How to exercise for hormone health without burning out or going backwards

If your training is leaving you exhausted, wired but tired, missing periods or stuck it is not a discipline problem. It is a hormone mismatch. And this episode will show you exactly what to do instead.

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

How to Exercise for Your Hormones | The Right Type, Intensity and Timing for Every Stage of Life 

If you have just heard that PCOS has been renamed PMOS and you are wondering what that even means, we are here to unpack it.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon & Jeremy breaks down everything you need to know about PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, including why the name change is significant for understanding this condition and what it means for diagnosis and treatment.

In this episode, we cover:

 * What PMOS is and why the name change from PCOS to PMOS matters for women's health
 * PMOS symptoms including irregular periods, anovulatory cycles, acne, hair growth, weight gain and hormonal imbalance
 * Why you cannot be diagnosed with PMOS from an ultrasound alone and what blood tests you actually need
 * Female hormone testing for PMOS including fasting insulin, fasting glucose, SHBG, DHEAS, LH, FSH and CRP inflammatory markers
 * The four types of PMOS and how each one presents differently
 * Insulin resistant PMOS (the most common type) causes, symptoms & natural treatment
 * Post pill PMOS; what happens to your hormones after coming off the contraceptive pill and how to manage it naturally
 * Adrenal PMOS;the connection between chronic stress, cortisol and PMOS symptoms
 * Inflammatory PMOS;how gut health and chronic inflammation drive PMOS and what to test for
 * How to reverse PMOS naturally through diet, lifestyle, herbs and naturopathic support
 * Why individualised treatment is essential for PMOS and why one size fits all never works for hormonal health
 * What your menstrual cycle should actually feel like when your hormones are balanced

If you have been told you have PCOS or PMOS, handed a prescription and sent on your way this episode will give you a whole new understanding of what is actually going on in your body and what you can do about it.

Connect with us:

Mungbean:
Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health
Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements:
Instagram: @sproutling_supplements
Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk
Instagram: @thebeantalk_

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

Is PMOS Reversible? The Four Types of PMOS, How to Get Tested and Natural Treatment Options

Nervous system regulation is everywhere on social media right now but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, what do you actually do about it?

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy cut through the buzzwords and break down exactly what your nervous system is, what happens when it becomes dysregulated, and the practical tools and natural remedies that can help you build resilience to stress.

Because regulation isn’t about eliminating stress, it’s about learning how to come back to a sense of safety after being heightened. Stress is inevitable but nervous system dysregulation doesn’t have to be your constant reality.

In this episode, we cover:

 * What the nervous system is and how it controls your stress response
 * The difference between the sympathetic nervous system fight or flight and parasympathetic nervous system rest and digest
 * Common nervous system dysregulation symptoms including anxiety, brain fog, irritability, exhaustion, emotional flatness and stress and sleep deprivation
 * Why chronic stress keeps your nervous system stuck in fight or flight mode
 * What nervous system regulation actually means and why it is not about being calm all the time
 * Breathwork and intentional slow breathing for parasympathetic nervous system activation
 * Movement, social connection and rest as nervous system healing tools
 * Adaptogenic herbs for stress including ashwagandha, withania, rhodiola, holy basil and rehmannia
 * Magnesium for anxiety and how it calms nervous system overactivity
 * B vitamins for stress hormone support and neurotransmitter health
 * L-theanine benefits for promoting calm alert brain waves naturally
 * Natural remedies for anxiety and how to calm your nervous system without overwhelm

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

Nervous System Regulation | What It Actually Means and How to calm your nervous system Naturally 

He is finally here. After a long day of early labour, an RBT on the way to the hospital, and contractions through the car park Kit made his entrance into the world in just under an hour of active labour, and it was beautiful.

In this special edition of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy share Kit's birth story in full including how it all unfolded, why she used a TENS machine for the first time, how her waters broke in the car, and what it felt like to birth their fifth baby.

In this episode, we cover:

 * Early labour contractions and Braxton Hicks versus real contractions
 * TENS machine labour and natural pain relief for unmedicated birth
 * Signs of labour progression and preparing for natural hospital birth
 * A positive birth story — natural unmedicated hospital birth from start to finish
 * Placenta encapsulation and what the process looks like
 * Postpartum nutrition and postpartum recovery in the early weeks
 * Postpartum supplements and supporting breast milk supply naturally
 * What honest postpartum recovery really looks like day to day

Mentioned in this episode:

 * Better Birth Doula Laura: [https://www.betterbirthdoula.com.au/]
 * Soul Healing with Kelly: [http://www.soulhealingwithkellie.com/] @soulhealingwithkelly [https://www.instagram.com/soulhealingwithkellie]
 * @returntoselfmassage [https://www.instagram.com/returntoselfmassage/]
 * KM Physiotherapy and Women's Health: [https://www.kmwomenshealth.com.au/]
 * Seed Collective (Jenna): [https://www.instagram.com/theseedcollective/]
 * The Good Lunch Co: [https://www.instagram.com/thegoodlunchco_/]
 * Whole Bowl Co: [https://thewholebowlco.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOoq-cn43T4BpbPnPTVDGzYHi1cOOO2qR_nPKgfwXtjG4etImNE-m]
 * Milk and Bloom: [https://milkandbloom.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOoqLeEZ3qPaFw_uzNcUlgMJPeY8dKl2Vr3OLsYJ0XSY-S_u5Nydx]
 * Elan House of Wellness: [https://elan.house/pages/nepalese-rice-pudding-dry-mix?srsltid=AfmBOop_D_IGwzRZYOLXj_dzFjNs-68puY5dtUsjxjt0BNgDrE-L6xU2]
 * Sproutling Supplements: [http://www.sproutlingsupplements.com.au/]

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

Kit's Birth Story: A Natural Hospital Birth and What Postpartum Recovery Has Looked Like So Far

After years of supporting couples through preconception care in clinic, Riannon and Jeremy knew exactly what was missing from every fertility supplement on the market and spent two years perfecting the formula to fix it.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy pull back the curtain on the journey behind Sproutling Supplements, their brand new his and hers preconception supplement, sharing what it really took to bring it to life, what makes it genuinely different from every other fertility supplement on the market, and who it was designed for.

In this episode, we cover:

 * The two year journey of building a TGA listed natural health fertility supplement from scratch in Australia
 * Why most preconception vitamins and fertility supplements are missing herbs and why that matters for real results
 * How Falli supports female fertility, egg quality naturally, cervical mucus, libido and perimenopause supplements through the herb Shatavari and powerful antioxidants
 * How Seedra supports male fertility supplements including sperm motility, sperm health, testosterone supplements and vitality through the herb Tribulus
 * Why preconception care should begin three to four months before trying to conceive for optimal fertility support
 * How improving egg quality naturally and sperm health together gives the best possible outcome for couples trying to conceive
 * Why Sproutling perimenopause supplements and natural testosterone support make it beneficial far beyond fertility
 * The importance of holistic health and treating both partners equally in preconception care and natural fertility support
 * How Sproutling makes naturopathic fertility support and holistic health accessible to couples worldwide

If you are trying to conceive, looking for perimenopause supplements, wanting to boost testosterone naturally, or simply want to invest in your long term holistic health, this episode and these supplements were made for you.

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

We Spent Two Years Building the Only Fertility Support Covering Preconception, Testosterone and Perimenopause. Introducing Sproutling 

Your cleaning products, candles, plastic containers, mattress and personal care products could all be contributing to headaches, fatigue, hormone imbalances, skin issues and poor sleep.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy walk through the most common household culprits room by room, breaking down exactly what the chemicals are, what they do to your body, and the simple practical swaps you can make without overhauling your entire home or budget.

Because low tox living is not about perfection, it’s about reducing your load one swap at a time.

In this episode, we cover:

 * Everyday endocrine disruptors hiding in conventional cleaning products and natural cleaning product swaps
 * How artificial fragrance acts as a hormone disruptor and impacts fertility, mood and skin health
 * BPA and phthalates in plastic food storage and why glass food storage is a simple non toxic swap
 * Non toxic cookware options and why heating food in plastic or Teflon is harmful
 * Bedroom toxins including flame retardants in mattresses, synthetic bedding and hidden mould
 * How to build a non toxic living routine without replacing everything at once
 * Natural deodorant, paraben free skincare and personal care products reducing your toxic load
 * Natural laundry detergent and fragrance free cleaning for hormone and gut health
 * Why non toxic living is about progress not perfection and where to start today

Connect with us:

Mungbean:

Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health

Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements:

Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

From Your Mattress to Your Cleaning Products: The Complete Non Toxic Living Guide

If you have been struggling with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, or mood changes and nothing seems to explain why, the answer might be hiding in the walls of your home.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most commonly missed drivers of chronic illness: mould exposure. They explore how mycotoxins from hidden mould trigger inflammation, disrupt your immune system, and drive a wide range of symptoms that are so often dismissed or misdiagnosed.

In this episode, we cover:

 * What mould is and why indoor exposure is so harmful
 * The most common places mould hides in your home
 * Symptoms of mould exposure and why they are so easy to miss
 * What CIRS is and how it differs from a standard mould allergy
 * Who is most genetically susceptible to mould illness
 * How to test your home and your body for mould exposure
 * Natural ways to remove and reduce mould in your environment
 * How to begin supporting your body's detoxification and recovery
 * When to call in a professional mould remediation specialist
 * How naturopathic care can help you investigate and heal from mould illness

Connect with us:

Mungbean

Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health

Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements

Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk

Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

Is Your Home Slowly Making You Sick? The Truth About Toxic Mould Exposure

If you are trying to conceive and doing all the right things but still not seeing results, your body might be sending you a signal you’ve not learned to read yet.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of hormone imbalance and infertility: undereating. Because you don’t have to feel hungry or restrict intentionally for undereating to be quietly disrupting your hormones, ovulation, and menstrual cycle.

They explore how cortisol, nutrition, and energy availability send signals straight to your reproductive system and why, when your body senses stress or scarcity, it will always choose survival over conception.

This episode also breaks down the connection between thyroid health, stress hormones, and fertility.

In this episode, we cover:

 * How cortisol impacts fertility and hormone balance
 * Undereating and its effect on hormones and ovulation
 * Hypothalamic amenorrhea and why periods can stop
 * The link between nutrition and infertility
 * Thyroid health and how it connects to fertility
 * Why your body prioritises survival over reproduction
 * Common signs your body is under-fuelled
 * How to balance hormones naturally through nutrition
 * Fertility diet foundations and what your body actually needs
 * Preconception care and supporting your body for pregnancy

If you are TTC, struggling with irregular cycles, or starting to wonder whether stress and nutrition are playing a bigger role than you realised, this episode will give you a new way to understand what your body needs to feel safe enough to conceive.

Like this episode? Check out

 * #30 What You NEED to Know About Preconception Care [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/30-what-you-need-to-know-about-preconception-care/id1759674032?i=1000721408208]
 * # 7 Improving Fertility at Home [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/7-improving-fertility-at-home/id1759674032?i=1000670322465]

Connect with us:

Mungbean:
Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health [https://www.instagram.com/mungbean_health/]
Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/]

Sproutling Supplements:
Instagram: @sproutling_supplements [https://www.instagram.com/sproutling_supplements/]
Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk
Instagram: @thebeantalk_
[https://www.instagram.com/thebeantalk_/]https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

TTC? How Cortisol & Nutrition Impact Hypothalamic Amenorrhea & Infertility

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy explore the realities of breastfeeding and what many mothers are not told about the early days of feeding your baby. From the powerful benefits of colostrum to the physical challenges like breast engorgement and low milk supply, this episode breaks down what is really happening in your body and how to support your breastfeeding journey naturally.

They discuss why breastfeeding can feel difficult in the beginning, the role hormones and nutrition play in milk production, and how postpartum nutrition can support both mother and baby during this important time. You will also learn practical breastfeeding tips, natural strategies for supporting milk supply, and gentle ways to manage common breastfeeding challenges.

In this episode, we cover:

 * Breastfeeding tips to support a smoother feeding journey
 * Colostrum benefits and why it is often called liquid gold
 * Breast engorgement and how to relieve discomfort naturally
 * Common breastfeeding challenges and how to navigate them
 * Postpartum nutrition and what your body needs while breastfeeding
 * Foods that support milk supply and recovery after birth
 * Natural ways to support breastfeeding through hydration and herbs
 * Practical breastfeeding tips for tired and busy parents
 * How stress and hormones can affect milk supply
 * Where to find breastfeeding support if you need help

If you are preparing to breastfeed, currently breastfeeding, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you better understand the challenges and the natural ways you can support both your body and your baby.

Connect with us on Instagram or TikTok at @mungbean_health or visit www.mungbeanhealth.com [http://www.mungbeanhealth.com/] to learn more about how we support families through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

If you want to book an appointment with one of our incredible naturopaths, visit our website https://mungbeanhealth.com/

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

#45 Breastfeeding: The Truth About Breast Engorgement, Postpartum Nutrition & Colostrum Benefits 

Join Riannon and Jeremy, the founders of Mungbean Health, as they discuss all things fertility, pregnancy, and family well-being. 

Tune in every second Monday for new episodes packed with insights, expert advice, and heartfelt discussions aimed at supporting your journey to a healthier, happier family.

Connect with us and join the conversation on Instagram at @mungbean_health.

Jeremy Page

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