Episode 12

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Today, Jean is joined by Rosemary Ferguson, a 90s icon turned nutritionist, to explore the profound impact of nutrition on pain management. Rosemary shares her journey from the runway to becoming a nutrition expert, driven by her passion for holistic health. Together, they delve into the importance of gut health, discussing how our diet can influence overall well-being and alleviate chronic pain.

They also tackle the effects of diet culture, including its influence on both female and male body image, and the impact of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems on our digestive health. Rosemary will explain how these systems play a crucial role in conditions like IBS and how addressing them can improve overall health.

Rosemary Ferguson is a certified functional medicine practitioner and nutritional therapist with an MSc in Advanced Nutrition. Her unique perspective on health stems from her diverse background in both modeling and nutrition. Starting her modeling career at 17, Rosemary became a prominent figure with campaigns for Miu Miu, Prada, and Armani, and walked the runway for Chanel, Versace, Galliano, and McQueen. Though she has transitioned to health and nutrition, she still makes occasional appearances, including a recent return to the runway for Miu Miu’s SS2024 collection and a cover story for Elle UK’s December 2023 edition.

In 2008, Rosemary pursued her passion for nutrition at The College of Naturopathic Medicine, later advancing her studies in functional medicine and completing her MSc in Advanced Nutrition, Research, and Practice. She now runs a busy online clinic, helping clients achieve their health goals. Rosemary also writes for Vogue and Beauty Papers and authored "Juice," published in April 2015, which features 100 juice recipes for modern wellness. She is currently working on new book projects.

For more information, visit her website at roseferguson.com and follow her on Instagram @rosemaryferguson_.

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Host: Jean Campbell

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella