Histamine Well Podcast: Exploring Histamine, Methylation & Holistic Health

Are your hormones out of balance? In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast, Joanne sits down with Rachel Schaefer, founder of Ginkgo Integrative Medicine, to demystify perimenopause and the role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in supporting women’s health.
They explore what actually happens during hormone fluctuations in perimenopause, how to recognize estrogen dominance, and the benefits and risks of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapy. Rachel shares practical insights on how personalized care, detailed hormone testing, and integrative medicine can help women navigate this transitional stage with confidence.
You’ll learn how early intervention with the right HRT protocol can improve energy, mood, sleep, and long-term wellbeing—plus how to avoid common pitfalls with synthetic hormones, patches, and oral estrogen.
Whether you’re just entering perimenopause or already considering HRT, this episode offers a clear, empowering look at how to restore hormonal harmony and thrive through midlife.
Learn more about Rachel’s integrative approach to hormone health and women’s wellbeing:
Website: https://www.ginkgointegrativemedicine.com/ 
Instagram: @ginkgointegrative
🧪 Rachel’s Recommended Annual Serum Lab Panel (Age 40+)
Done fasting, ideally once per year. Tracks hormonal shifts & key biomarkers:
CBC w/ diff · Ferritin, TIBC, Iron sat · CMP · GGT · SHBG · DHEA-S · Free & Total Testosterone · Estradiol LC/MS (Cycle Day 2–3) · FSH (Day 2–3) · LH · Progesterone LC/MS (Day 20–21) · Homocysteine · MMA · HSCRP · Insulin · HbA1c · ApoB · Lp(a) · TSH · Free T4 · Free T3 · rT3 · TPO antibodies · ANA · Vitamin D
Additional testing based on the case: DUTCH · Tiny Health GI Pro · Mira · 3x4 Genetics · Total Tox Burden · DEXA · OATS · Mood Sense
💡 At-Home Hormone Tracking — Listener Discount
Rachel checked in with Mira, a home-based hormone urine testing device, to offer a special 20% off discount for listeners of The Histamine Well Podcast.
🔸 Public Discount Code: 2GINGKO20
🔸 Mira Website: www.miracare.com
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🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.
🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!
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Is your home secretly affecting your health? In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast, Joanne’s colleague Melanie Peers sits down with Building Biologist Jo Lia to uncover the hidden dangers of mold, electromagnetic fields (EMF), and poor indoor air quality.
Jo shares her journey into building biology and explains how unseen environmental factors—like hidden mold spores or constant EMF exposure—can impact your immune system, mood, and energy levels. Together, they break down what you can do to make your home a truly healthy space, from proper mold testing and remediation to simple steps that minimize EMF radiation in your daily life.
If you’ve struggled with chronic inflammation, fatigue, allergies, or unexplained symptoms, this episode will help you connect the dots between your home environment and your health.
What You’ll Learn:
How to identify the early signs of mold in your home
The truth about EMFs and how they affect your health
Simple ways to reduce EMF exposure from Wi-Fi and devices
What to do if you suspect mold contamination — and how to remediate safely
Why modern airtight homes can worsen indoor air quality
How to improve ventilation and maintain clean indoor air
How to find and work with a certified Building Biologist
Practical tips for creating a toxin-free, health-supportive living environment

Connect with Jo Lia:
🌿 Website: https://www.notoxrox.com/
📸 Instagram: @notoxrox
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/notoxrox
Australian Society of Building Biologists: https://www.asbb.org.au/
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📘 New to this journey? Buy The Ultimate Bundle for Managing Histamine Intolerance—your step-by-step guide to manage your histamine intolerance effectively.
🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.
🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!
📆 Work with us 1:1! Book a consultation and take your first step to real healing.

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In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast,  Joanne sits down with Rosaria Nithart, a French-based naturopath specializing in digestive health, to uncover the complexities of Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO—one of the most misunderstood forms of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO).
Together, they break down how Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO differs from hydrogen- and methane-dominant SIBO, exploring the unique bacteria and biochemical pathways involved. Rosaria shares her step-by-step naturopathic framework for identifying, testing, and treating Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO naturally. The conversation also dives deep into the role of sulfur metabolism, oxalates, and molybdenum in managing symptoms and restoring gut balance.
Listeners will learn:
The root causes and drivers behind Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO
How to identify key symptoms and understand testing limitations
The connection between sulfur, oxalates, and bacterial imbalances
Practical treatment strategies that support gut healing without extreme diets
How Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO links to UTIs, histamine intolerance, and detox pathways
Whether you’re a practitioner seeking deeper clinical insights or a patient navigating chronic gut issues, this episode offers a clear, actionable approach to understanding and managing Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO naturally.
 Connect with Rosaria Nithart:
Website: rosarianithart.com | rosarianithart.it
Facebook: facebook.com/rosaria.nithart
Instagram: @rosarianithartnaturopathe
Breath Tests for Hydrogen, Methane & Hydrogen Sulfide:
Trio Smart (USA / Canada)– Trio-Smart® — The only 3-Gas SIBO Breath Test: https://www.triosmartbreath.com/
Nordic Labs (Europe) – https://nordiclabs.com/EProduct.aspx
Invivo Healthcare (UK): https://invivohealthcare.com/
Teletest (Spain): https://www.teletest.es/ | https://www.facebook.com/teletest/
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📘 New to this journey? Buy The Ultimate Bundle for Managing Histamine Intolerance—your step-by-step guide to manage your histamine intolerance effectively.
🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.
🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!
📆 Work with us 1:1! Book a consultation and take your first step to real healing.

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In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast, Joanne Kennedy sits down with physiotherapist and neuro-rehabilitation specialist Jacqui Raadschelders to explore the link between nervous system dysregulation and chronic illness.
You’ll learn how the limbic system, vagus nerve, neuroplasticity, and brain retraining techniques play a vital role in recovery from conditions influenced by trauma, mold exposure, and stress. Jacqui shares her journey from traditional physiotherapy to a holistic, trauma-informed approach—highlighting the impact of emotions, beliefs, and environment on healing.
Key topics include:
Fight, flight, and freeze responses
The role of the limbic system in chronic illness
Practical vagus nerve toning exercises
Emotional regulation and belief system shifts
Brain retraining for long-term resilience
Tailored strategies to regulate and recalibrate the nervous system
Whether you’re a practitioner, student, or someone navigating chronic illness, this conversation offers practical tools and evidence-based insights for restoring balance and supporting your nervous system health.
Enrol in the Regulate Your Nervous System online program and receive 10% off with the code JOANNE10. This program is for anyone navigating chronic illness, burnout, stress or persistent symptoms who’s ready to understand their body in a new way. Enrol here 
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📘 New to this journey? Buy The Ultimate Bundle for Managing Histamine Intolerance—your step-by-step guide to manage your histamine intolerance effectively.
🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.
🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!
📆 Work with us 1:1! Book a consultation and take your first step to real healing.

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In this episode of The Histamine Well Podcast, Joanne is joined by colleague Melanie and patient Tracy, who shares her powerful story of navigating the challenges of oxalates, histamine intolerance, adrenal fatigue, and blood sugar imbalances.
Tracy’s journey highlights the complex relationship between oxalates, adrenal and blood sugar imbalances, and oxalate dumping symptoms. With support from Melanie, she has worked through paradoxical reactions to magnesium and B6, learned strategies for managing sulfur metabolism, and discovered the importance of patience and persistence in recovery.
Melanie provides expert insights into identifying oxalate issues, tailoring dietary strategies, and supporting detoxification pathways. Together, the conversation emphasizes the importance of professional guidance, careful supplementation, and tracking progress when addressing oxalates.
Whether you’re a practitioner seeking functional medicine insights or someone personally struggling with oxalates, histamine intolerance, or methylation challenges, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement to support your healing journey.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How oxalates affect adrenal health and blood sugar balance
What to know about oxalate dumping symptoms and how to manage them
The role of sulfur metabolism and detox pathways in oxalate sensitivity
Why do some people experience paradoxical reactions to magnesium and B6
Dietary and lifestyle strategies for long-term oxalate management
The link between oxalates, histamine levels, and methylation
Why professional support is crucial for navigating complex health issues

Why This Episode Matters
Oxalates are often overlooked in discussions about chronic health, but they can play a major role in gut health, nutrient absorption, adrenal function, and histamine intolerance. Tracy’s story shows how challenging—but also how rewarding—it can be to address these issues with the right support and strategies.
If you’ve been struggling with fatigue, blood sugar swings, or unexplained reactions to supplements, this conversation offers valuable guidance.
✨ Want more? Follow on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for updates and tips.

📘 New to this journey? Buy The Ultimate Bundle for Managing Histamine Intolerance—your step-by-step guide to manage your histamine intolerance effectively.
🧪 Curious about your methylation status? Try our at-home Methylation Test! In just 15 minutes, discover if you're over-methylating or under-methylating and receive targeted supplement recommendations to help rebalance. Use code HISTAMINEWELL10 for 10% off.
🎓 Practitioner or student? Join the waitlist for the Histamine & Methylation Online Group Coaching Course starting early 2026!
📆 Work with us 1:1! Book a consultation and take your first step to real healing.

🎤 Have a topic suggestion? Submit it here!