Bio Concepts

Bio Concepts At Bio Concepts, quality independent and cutting-edge education has underpinned every facet of the business since its’ inception over 40 years ago.

Our mission to reduce the burden of chronic disease and create a healthier future. Bio Concepts was founded in 1984 by Nutritional Biochemist and author Henry Osiecki. Henry has published a number of text books on nutrition including The Nutrient Bible and his more recent text book, Cancer: The Importance of Clinical Nutrition. He also spent time as a research scientist and published a number of s

cientific papers in peer reviewed journals. Henry has been an integral part of the development and success of this company, helping Bio Concepts to be the first to bring a number of key nutrients into the Australian market such as CoQ10, Lipoic Acid and Acetyl-L- Carnitine. He was also the first to introduce glucosamine into Australia and promote this as the anti-arthritic formulae in the early 1990’s. He has played a pivotal role in changing the pharmaceutical model of formulations into a nutritional model and is the founder of the concept of synergistic formulations in an era where only orthomolecular high dose nutrients were available. Bio Concepts provide interactive learning to naturopaths, clinical nutritionists and mental health clinicians, as well as providing synergistic nutritional formulations for patient care. Through our educational Seminars, Workshops and Symposiums, along with our web-based educational activities and online resources, Bio Concepts’ education simplifies complex concepts to enhance clinicians understanding on a range of conditions. Bio Concepts practitioner members also have access to online resources at www.bioconcepts.com.au with a focus on the essentials of nutritional biochemistry in areas such as Mental Health, Cancer Prevention and Support, Inflammatory Disease and Epigenetics. We reserve the right to remove any posts that don’t adhere to our guidelines and to block anyone who violates them repeatedly. The following types of posts and comments will not be tolerated.

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26/02/2025

Join Dr. Charlotte Middleton in Episode 3 of Bio Concept's Between Clinical Minds Podcast, as she unpacks the complexities of diagnosing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

🔬 Why diagnosis is multi-layered – the importance of a thorough patient history
🩸 Key pathology insights – blood & faecal markers to watch
📸 The role of imaging in IBD detection
🔎 Gold standard testing – why endoscopy & histology are crucial

With 25 years of clinical expertise, Dr. Charlotte is a seasoned integrative GP, specialising in women’s and children’s health, autoimmune diseases, mental health, and lifestyle medicine. A passionate advocate for root-cause medicine, she blends evidence-based complementary therapies with conventional care.

🎧 Tune in now to gain expert insights 🔗https://hubs.la/Q036VG1K0

24/02/2025

🌸 Upcoming Webinar – Managing Pelvic Pain 🌸

Join us for an exclusive Bio Concepts webinar with Dr. Peta Wright, a leading gynaecologist and fertility specialist, as she shares holistic approaches to pelvic pain management.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The role of endometriosis in pelvic pain
✔️ Current treatments & their impact
✔️ Why addressing trauma & the nervous system matters
✔️ Early treatment strategies for dysmenorrhoea
✔️ A holistic approach to persistent pelvic pain

Dr. Wright is dedicated to empowering women to reconnect with their bodies and feel supported in their health journey. She strives to take a holistic approach to optimising the health of women of all ages.

Don't miss this insightful session! ➡️ Register now - FREE for Bio Concepts Practitioners and Students: https://hubs.la/Q037sPZ70

We just dropped episode 3 of Between Clinical Minds Season 4!In this episode, integrative GP Dr. Charlotte Middleton and...
23/02/2025

We just dropped episode 3 of Between Clinical Minds Season 4!
In this episode, integrative GP Dr. Charlotte Middleton and thyroid-focused naturopath Tara Nelson dive into the connection between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and thyroid presentations, with autoimmunity as the bridge.

🌟 Dr. Charlotte explores the growing prevalence of IBD—especially in children—and the importance of early, comprehensive diagnostic workups to manage this complex condition.

🌟 Tara unpacks the factors affecting thyroid function test accuracy, including circadian rhythms, medications, stress, and unique patient set points. She also sheds light on thyroid antibodies, euthyroid sick syndrome, and fluctuating hypo-to-hyperthyroid cases.

It’s an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!
🔗https://hubs.la/Q036VK1l0

21/02/2025

Here’s your chance to WIN a free ticket to your preferred location for our upcoming seminar series!

The Adaptive Brain: Psychoneuroimmunology in Practice
📆 July - August
📍 AUS & NZ
👤 In-person, limited spots available

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win AND secure early access to exclusive super early-bird tickets: https://hubs.ly/Q037H4pZ0

20/02/2025

We’re kicking off the year with an exciting nationwide seminar series across Australia & New Zealand, featuring the incredible Dr. Olivia Lesslar! 🚀

The Adaptive Brain: Psychoneuroimmunology in Practice
📆 July - August
📍 AUS & NZ
👤 In-person, limited spots available

In this seminar series, Dr. Olivia Lesslar explores a clinical framework that allows you to get the root cause of a patient’s symptoms by understanding that the human brain often perceives current challenges as echoes of ancient survival threats.

👉 With limited seats available at each location, make sure to register early for early access and a chance to WIN a free ticket!
https://share.hsforms.com/1Gbm8JsSFScSGfN2mxFyntg2qg65

19/02/2025

We've been working on something special — get ready for an announcement you won’t want to miss tomorrow! 🎉

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18/02/2025

🌿 Need a moment of calm?
Our new patient flyer "Tips to Calm: Switching on your Parasympathetic Nervous System" is here to help! This resource is packed with practical tips to find balance, restore your energy, and manage stress. Prioritise your well-being and navigate your healthcare journey with ease.

📌 Discover simple yet effective self-soothing techniques to help your patients activate their Parasympathetic Nervous System for relaxation and healing.
https://hubs.la/Q036VG800

17/02/2025

In this episode, Katey Weekes shares her approach to tailoring hormone assessments to each individual, focusing on what's most meaningful for them. She discusses key markers for ovulatory dysfunction, pituitary function and nutritional deficiencies.

Gain insights into how personalised hormone assessments can uncover hidden imbalances. Tune in 🔗https://hubs.la/Q036VzCz0

Today most of us are now familiar with the gut-brain axis and the role it plays in our health. However, for centuries Tr...
16/02/2025

Today most of us are now familiar with the gut-brain axis and the role it plays in our health. However, for centuries Traditional Chinese Medicine linked stress and emotional disturbance to a disruption in the harmony of the spirit. In our latest educational flyer, we delve deep into the modern application of this ancient wisdom. We also focus on some of the top traditional performers for stress including Ziziphus and Poria cocos, which truly appears to be a mushroom for the modern era.

📖 Read the full educational flyer now on Bio Concepts Engage! https://hubs.la/Q036Jq960

12/02/2025

🚨New Episode Alert!
In this episode, Lara Briden shares her approach to hormone assessments, why she rarely measures oestrogen and progesterone, and the key markers she prioritises instead—like LH/FSH ratios, prolactin, and androgens.

Tune in now for some great insights into optimising hormone assessments for good health with Lara Briden 🔗https://hubs.ly/Q036kJqG0

🚨Register now for our upcoming free LIVE Webinar Managing Pelvic Pain: Holistic approaches to period pain and persistent...
10/02/2025

🚨Register now for our upcoming free LIVE Webinar Managing Pelvic Pain: Holistic approaches to period pain and persistent pelvic symptoms.

Join Dr. Peta Wright as she explores the link between pelvic pain, endometriosis, and trauma-related symptoms. Dr Wright will outline a range of strategies she uses in her own practice including diet and lifestyle and therapeutic work focused on addressing the effects of trauma in the body.

📅 Wednesday, March 5
🕛 12pm - 1pm (AEST)
⭐ 1 CPE point
➡️ Register now - FREE for Bio Concepts Practitioners and Students
🔗 https://hubs.la/Q035lxkR0

🎙️ Episode 2 of Between Clinical Minds Season 4 is here!Join naturopathic doctor Lara Briden and women’s health naturopa...
09/02/2025

🎙️ Episode 2 of Between Clinical Minds Season 4 is here!
Join naturopathic doctor Lara Briden and women’s health naturopath Katey Weekes as they share their perspectives on conventional blood testing.

Lara explains why she prioritises markers like LH, FSH, prolactin, and androgens over oestrogen and progesterone, particularly for PCOS, and clarifies why a polycystic o***y ultrasound alone isn’t enough for diagnosis.

Katey highlights how testing can uncover whether hormonal imbalances are contributing to mental health symptoms and guide treatment approaches.

Don’t miss this deep dive into hormonal health and pathology! Listen now 🔗https://bit.ly/3EoSaNg

🌿 Fun Facts About Poria! 🌿Like a warm embrace, Poria cocos has been treasured in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for ...
05/02/2025

🌿 Fun Facts About Poria! 🌿

Like a warm embrace, Poria cocos has been treasured in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for centuries for its calming and balancing properties.

In our latest article, we explore the mechanistic actions behind Poria and how it works as a natural adaptogen.

Visit Bio Concept Engage to read the full article and uncover how this ancient mushroom is enhancing modern well-being! 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q035lxkK0

04/02/2025

Did you know that laboratory reference ranges aren’t one-size-fits-all? According to nutritional biochemist Dr. Rhona Creegan (PhD Neurobiochemistry), these ranges are typically:

✅ Generated in-house by labs or established by scientific bodies like the Royal College of Pathologists, Australia.
✅ Compared against suggested values from other labs or test kit manufacturers.
✅ Based on 95% of “healthy” individuals, meaning those without diagnosed diseases or clinical symptoms.

Understand lab reference ranges and deeper insights into lab testing with Dr Rhona Creegan in our first episode drop of Season 4. Listen Now 🔗https://bit.ly/3CE8F7D

Discover these clinical resources to help your patients achieve a sense of calm🌿 Article: Like a warm embrace. Ancient w...
02/02/2025

Discover these clinical resources to help your patients achieve a sense of calm

🌿 Article: Like a warm embrace. Ancient wisdom still as important as ever.
📜 New Flyer: The Quest for Calm—help your patients find their inner peace.
📝 Updated Patient Guide: Practical Tips to Calm for everyday wellbeing.
📊 Wellbeing Stress Test: A valuable tool to help practitioners assess patients stress levels.
📖 Practitioner Guide: Precision in Practice— supporting practitioners when interpreting blood test results.

🔜 Coming Soon: A deep dive into irritable bowel syndrome & an exclusive interview with Dean Sallman on navigating the excipient maze.

Find all these resources and more on Bio Concepts’ Engage platform—https://hubs.la/Q034QBh60

🎙️ Between Clinical Minds Season 4 kicks off with an insightful episode with Dr Rhona Creegan.Join host Toni Chambers as...
29/01/2025

🎙️ Between Clinical Minds Season 4 kicks off with an insightful episode with Dr Rhona Creegan.

Join host Toni Chambers as she dives into the foundations of conventional blood pathology with nutritional biochemist Dr. Rhona Creegan (PhD Neurobiochemistry). Together, they explore:
✅ How lab reference ranges are determined
✅ Factors that can affect results
✅ The importance of lab vs. optimal ranges—using uric acid and TSH as examples
✅ Clinical applications of derived values

It’s a practical and insightful conversation for practitioners navigating pathology interpretation. Listen Now: https://hubs.la/Q034dk8W0

27/01/2025

⏪Throwback to last year's Mastering Pathology Summit!

It was a joy to see so many of you grabbing some of our most popular educational resources and connecting with our Clinical Support team in person. Meeting our dedicated practitioners face-to-face was an absolute highlight! 🙌

Remember, you can still access over 1,000+ educational resources anytime on our premier platform, Bio Concepts Engage.

If you missed out on the summit, don’t worry! The OnDemand recording is available for purchase, so you can catch up on all the insights and inspiration at your own pace: https://hubs.la/Q0334-J10

🎙️ Meet Toni Chambers, your incredible host of the Bio Concepts Podcast - Between Clinical Minds, a woman who’s truly wo...
26/01/2025

🎙️ Meet Toni Chambers, your incredible host of the Bio Concepts Podcast - Between Clinical Minds, a woman who’s truly worn many hats in her career! 🎉

From her days as a broadcast journalist with Channels 7, 9, and ABC, covering major news like the Port Arthur Incident, to trading the newsroom for the clinic—she’s done it all!

While raising her four kids, Toni added another title to her resume: nutritional medicine student. Today, she’s a powerhouse in paediatric nutrition, not only consulting but also teaching little chefs (as young as four!) how to cook. 👩‍🍳💚

Her mission? To inspire a lifetime of healthy habits for kids and their families.

Ready to be inspired? Hit that 🔔 on your favourite podcast platform so you never miss an episode with Toni: https://hubs.la/Q032z3YL0

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