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  • Fibremaxxing

    Fibremaxxing
    Oct 20 2026
    Fibremaxxing, gut health and why more isn't always betterIn this episode, Claire and Louise take a look at fibremaxxing, the social media trend encouraging us to dramatically increase our fibre intake. With fibre rightly recognised as an important part of a healthy diet, we ask whether more is always better, and what happens when we focus on hitting a number rather than listening to our individual digestive needs.We explore why fibre maxing has become so popular, how it has become linked with the recent focus on protein optimisation, and why simply adding fibre powders or supplements may not address the reason someone is experiencing constipation, bloating or digestive discomfort.We also discuss the different types and sources of fibre, the role of fibre-rich foods in supporting the microbiome, and why whole foods such as fruit, and why digestion is about much more than what happens once food reaches the stomach.Join us as we explore what it might look like to step back, understand your own body and find a way of eating that actually fits your life.In this episodeWhat fibremaxxing is and why it has become a wellness trendWhy fibre has become linked with the protein optimisation trendWhy more fibre isn't necessarily better for every gutThe difference between getting fibre from food and taking fibre supplementsHow fruit, vegetables, chia seeds and other whole foods provide more than just fibreThe role of fibre in supporting the microbiome and why chewing and taking time to eat may matter for digestion The relationship between the nervous system, stress, pelvic floor tension and gut motility Why individual digestive history needs to be considered before increasing fibreHow to gradually introduce fibre rather than suddenly increasing intakeFinding a realistic and individual approach to fibre and gut healthKey takeawaysFibre is important, but more isn't automatically better.The type, amount and source of fibre matter, particularly if you already have digestive symptoms.If you're experiencing constipation, bloating or changes in bowel movements, simply adding more fibre may not address the underlying issue.Chewing, slowing down and creating space around meals are part of the digestive process too.Small, manageable additions can be more useful than an all-or-nothing approach.Rather than adding another powder, supplement or wellness rule, sometimes the simplest place to start is with the food you're already eating.This episode is sponsored by Seeds BakerySeeds Bakery is an artisan bakery based in Kinsale and now also in the English Market in Cork City. Seeds is passionate about sustainability, using as many local products as possible in its baking.They specialise in handmade, nutritious sourdough and are a proud member of the Real Bread Ireland, alongside delicious classic French pastries and cakes.Seeds also serves organic coffee, natural wines and locally made kefir and kombucha.Find them online and on instagram Online: seedsbakery.comIn person: Market Quay, Kinsale, Co. CorkInstagram: @seeds_bakery_kinsale and @seeds_bakery_englishmarket/Find ClaireWebsite: www.allaria.ieInstagram: @claireobrien_ntSubstack: Allaria NTFind LouiseWebsite: www.loulanatural.comInstagram: @loulanaturalSubstack: Louise Kane BuckleySeason sponsor: The Natural ClinicThe Natural Clinic is a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic based on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.At The Natural Clinic, we believe good healthcare begins by listening. Our role is to understand the person behind the symptoms, help them make sense of what they are experiencing, and guide them towards appropriate support.We recognise that symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, relationships and life experiences all influence one another.Website: www.thenaturalclinic.ieInstagram: @the.natural.clinicPodcast editor Shannon Bowman - studio23cork@gmail.com
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    24 min
  • Protein, protein, everywhere!

    Protein, protein, everywhere!
    Oct 13 2026
    Does everything really need added protein? We look at the ongoing protein trend.Welcome to Shur, I’ll Be Grand, the podcast where we unpack the health and wellness trends appearing across TikTok, Instagram and beyond.In this episode, Claire and Louise explore the protein phenomenon. From protein water and yoghurts to bars, ice cream and cottage cheese in practically everything, we ask: Does adding protein automatically make something better for you?We chat about why protein matters, the value of understanding where yours comes from and why the rest of your diet deserves attention too. We also discuss digestion, plant-based protein sources and the difference between making a useful addition to your meals and feeling pressured to hit a target at every snack.Beyond the numbers, we explore what food offers us: enjoyment, comfort, culture and connection. We question why cake needs a protein makeover to feel acceptable, how food rules can affect our relationship with eating and why your lunch break might be just as relevant as what is in your lunchbox.Because supporting your health starts with understanding your life, your preferences and what is manageable for you. You do not need to turn every meal into a calculation or earn permission to enjoy dessert.In this episodeWhy protein is everywhere and what is driving the trendThe role of protein within a varied, balanced dietGetting protein from both animal and plant sourcesDigestion, chewing and making time to eatWhy fats, carbohydrates and fibre deserve attention tooProtein desserts and the pressure to make fun foods “healthy”How body image messages and food rules shape our choicesFood as a source of comfort, culture and connectionWhy our experiences of food and food availability matterPersonalised nutrition that starts with your actual dayKey takeawaysProtein matters, but it is only one part of nourishing yourself.A protein label does not tell you everything about a food or whether it suits your needs.You can enjoy cake because you like cake. It does not need added cottage cheese to earn its place.Consider what you could add to your meals, rather than starting with more restrictions.Making space to sit down, chew and enjoy your food is a worthwhile part of your routine.Your preferences, health needs, food history and daily circumstances belong in the conversation.Sustainable changes should fit your life and support a more comfortable relationship with food.Follow Shur, I’ll Be Grand on Instagram @shurillbegrand and TikTok @shur.ill.be.grand.Shur, I’ll Be Grand is hosted by Claire O’Brien of Allaria Nutritional Therapy and Louise Kane Buckley of Loula Natural.Season 1 is proudly sponsored by The Natural Clinic, a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.Find ClaireWebsite: www.allaria.ieInstagram: @claireobrien_ntSubstack: Allaria NTFind LouiseWebsite: www.loulanatural.comInstagram: @loulanaturalSubstack: Louise Kane BuckleySeason sponsor: The Natural ClinicThe Natural Clinic is a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic based on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.At The Natural Clinic, we believe good healthcare begins by listening. Our role is to understand the person behind the symptoms, help them make sense of what they are experiencing, and guide them towards appropriate support.We recognise that symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, relationships and life experiences all influence one another.Website: www.thenaturalclinic.ieInstagram: @the.natural.clinicPodcast editor Shannon Bowman - studio23cork@gmail.com
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    40 min
  • Diving into Perimenopause

    Diving into Perimenopause
    Oct 6 2026
    In this episode, Claire and Louise explore perimenopause through their own lived experience and their work supporting women. With menopause conversations everywhere, we ask: Are women getting the support they need, or simply being sold another solution?From brain fog and changing energy to people pleasing and the pressure to keep everything going, we chat about what this transition can feel like. We explore the mental load women carry, the expectations placed on us at home and at work, and what happens when we begin to question whether we want to keep doing it all.We also discuss HRT as one of the tools available, why individual experiences differ and the importance of considering nutrition, sleep, stress and overall health alongside hormonal changes. We look at menopause-branded supplements, the “everyone should take this” advice circulating online and why something that helps your friend might not suit you.Because this stage of life can hold possibilities as well as challenges. With personalised support and space to listen to your own needs, there may be room for stronger boundaries, creativity and a different way of living.In this episodeWhy greater openness about perimenopause mattersThe commercialisation of menopause and the cost of accessing careLooking at the whole person alongside their hormonesHRT, individual experiences and a broader toolbox of supportBrain fog, stress and the mental load women carryPeople pleasing, boundaries and the difference between being kind and being niceThe pressure to maintain the same energy and productivity every dayWhy hormone test results need contextMenopause-branded supplements and blanket recommendationsFinding your own rhythm through a changing stage of lifeKey takeawaysYou deserve support that considers your symptoms, history, lifestyle and circumstances.HRT and nutrition or lifestyle support can be part of the same conversation.A supplement that suits someone else may not suit you, particularly if you take medication.Rest, nourishment and manageable changes deserve attention alongside the latest wellness trends.You can be kind while setting boundaries and making space for your own needs.If something has not helped, that does not mean you cannot be helped.You do not have to keep pushing through and telling yourself you will be grand.Follow Shur, I’ll Be Grand on Instagram @shurillbegrand and TikTok @shur.ill.be.grand.Shur, I’ll Be Grand is hosted by Claire O’Brien of Allaria Nutritional Therapy and Louise Kane Buckley of Loula Natural.Season 1 is proudly sponsored by The Natural Clinic, a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.This episode is supported by Nature’s Plus, offering a wide range of vitamins, minerals and nutritional supplements, including GI Nutra digestive products, HEMA-PLEX iron and Animal Parade children’s supplements. Explore the range at naturesplus.ie.Find ClaireWebsite: www.allaria.ieInstagram: @claireobrien_ntSubstack: https://allariant.substack.com/Find LouiseWebsite: www.loulanatural.comInstagram: @loulanaturalSubstack: Louise Kane BuckleySeason sponsor: The Natural ClinicThe Natural Clinic is a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic based on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.At The Natural Clinic, we believe good healthcare begins by listening. Our role is to understand the person behind the symptoms, help them make sense of what they are experiencing, and guide them towards appropriate support.We recognise that symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, relationships and life experiences all influence one another.Website: www.thenaturalclinic.ieInstagram: @the.natural.clinicPodcast editor Shannon Bowman - studio23cork@gmail.com
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    41 min
  • Why settle for grand when you can feel class

    Why settle for grand when you can feel class
    Sep 29 2026

    Welcome to the first episode of Shur, I’ll Be Grand. the podcast where we unpack the health and wellness trends appearing across TikTok, Instagram and beyond.

    In this episode, Claire and Louise explore why online health advice can sound convincing without offering the full picture.

    From parasite cleanses and restrictive gut protocols to carrot salads, mouth taping and one-minute exercise promises, we ask the question that often gets lost online: Is this actually right for you?

    We explore what is genuinely useful, the pressure to keep trying the next quick fix and the value of eating foods you genuinely enjoy.

    We also chat about preparing and sharing meals, noticing your body’s signals and adapting health practices to how you feel on any given day.

    Because pushing through and telling yourself you will be grand is not the only option.

    With good information, personalised support and a community that helps you feel less alone, you may be able to feel class instead.

    In this episode

    • How social media influences our health choices
    • Why online wellness advice needs context
    • The truth behind parasite cleanses and mouth taping
    • Why you do not need to force yourself to eat foods you dislike
    • Looking for the root causes behind persistent symptoms
    • The value of personalised nutrition and healthcareHow community and connection can support better health
    • Choosing sustainable habits over dramatic quick fixes


    • Key takeaways

    • Question health advice before applying it to your own body.
    • Symptoms can be important clues, so look beyond simply suppressing them.
    • A food is not healthy for you if you hate eating it or it leaves you feeling unwell.
    • Your body already has powerful systems for breathing, healing and maintaining balance.
    • Community can make health practices more enjoyable, supportive and sustainable.
    • Be wary of any trend promising dramatic results with one simple solution.


    Follow Shur, I’ll Be Grand on Instagram @shurillbegrand and TikTok @shur.ill.be.grand.Shur, I’ll Be Grand is hosted by Claire O’Brien of Allaria Nutritional Therapy and Louise Kane Buckley of Loula Natural.

    Season 1 is proudly sponsored by The Natural Clinic, a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.

    Find Claire

    Website:⁠ www.allaria.ie⁠

    Instagram:⁠ @claireobrien_nt⁠

    Substack:⁠ https://allariant.substack.com/


    Find Louise

    Website:⁠⁠ www.loulanatural.com

    ⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ @loulanatural⁠⁠

    Substack:⁠⁠ Louise Kane Buckley⁠Season sponsor: The Natural Clinic

    The Natural Clinic is a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic based on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.

    At The Natural Clinic, we believe good healthcare begins by listening. Our role is to understand the person behind the symptoms, help them make sense of what they are experiencing, and guide them towards appropriate support.

    We recognise that symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, relationships and life experiences all influence one another.

    Website:⁠ www.thenaturalclinic.ie⁠

    Instagram:⁠ @the.natural.clinic

    Podcast editor
    Shannon Bowman - ⁠studio23cork@gmail.com

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    35 min
  • Shur I'll Be Grand

    Shur I'll Be Grand
    Sep 16 2026

    Shur, I’ll Be Grand is a new podcast from Louise Kane Buckley, naturopath, craniosacral therapist and nutritional therapist at Loula Natural, and Claire O’Brien, nutritional therapist, functional medicine practitioner and health coach at Allaria Nutritional Therapy.

    In this series, Louise and Claire unpack the health trends women are seeing on TikTok and Instagram through an honest, evidence-informed lens.

    No hype. No fear. Just a clear-eyed look at what deserves your attention, what doesn’t, and where you can find practical tools and appropriate support.

    Season One is a ten-episode series launching on 29 September 2026.

    Follow the podcastInstagram: @shurillbegrandTikTok: @shur.ill.be.grand

    ----Season sponsor: The Natural ClinicThe Natural Clinic is a multi-therapist, non-medical clinic based on Sullivan’s Quay in Cork City.

    At The Natural Clinic, we believe good healthcare begins by listening. Our role is to understand the person behind the symptoms, help them make sense of what they are experiencing, and guide them towards appropriate support.

    We recognise that symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, relationships and life experiences all influence one another.

    Website: www.thenaturalclinic.ieInstagram: @the.natural.clinic

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    Find Claire

    • Website: www.allaria.ieI
    • Instagram: @claireobrien_nt
    • Substack: Honest & Goodness


    Find Louise

    • Website: www.loulanatural.com
    • Instagram: @loulanatural
    • Substack: Louise Kane Buckley

    Podcast editor Shannon Bowman - studio23cork@gmail.com

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    1 min