Could you be insulin resistant? How would you know? What are the symptoms, the tests and strategies to reversing this frustrating condition? Host Amelia Phillips and Naturopathic Doctor Lara Briden discuss how so many of us are insulin resistant and don't know it yet. They discuss the main signs and symptoms, and key strategies we can prevent and reverse it. Plus how peri and menopause are key times to manage our metabolic health, and how to manage them effectively.  About the guest: Lara...

Welcome to another Mini Motivation episode, where we tackle one health challenge in a practical and actionable way. In this episode host Amelia Phillips discusses optimal iron levels and how to get there with clinical nutritionist Steph Lowe. Ideal Biomarker Ranges for Iron: Ferritin: >30 ug/L Transferrin: Ideally around 2.5 g/L (or 32umol/L) Saturation between 20-30% Iron Supplements: Beef Liver and Spleen: https://www.cellsquared.com.au/products/organic-beef-liver-spleen-capsules  ...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Irma: Menopause has totally confused me. Generally I eat well and exercise & strength train - but now it’s like I look at food and it goes straight to my hips and thighs!! Jane: What if you exercise without food & have something @ 11am? Jo-Anne: Thoughts on intermittent fasting?  (Ie - not eating until lunchtime?) marga_q7tw: does avoiding sugar also include...

Have you ever felt like your body is being hijacked by your hormones? Could this be perimenopause? Host Amelia Phillips and hormone specialist Steph Lowe discuss the signs and symptoms to look out for. They drill into the nine top symptoms, the tests you can get,  and the different stages of perimenopause (which often aren't differentiated). Steph then gives us clear strategies to how we can manage our symptoms, from nutrition tips to lifestyle, supplement and body identical...

Welcome to another Mini Motivation episode, where we tackle one challenge in a practical and actionable way. In this episode host Amelia Phillips discusses how we can reconnect with our partner, with clinical relationship counsellor Laura Press. About the guest: Laura Press is a clinical relationship counsellor holds a triple degree including a Masters In Guidance & Counselling, and works in clinic with couples guiding them through the most challenging and heart-breaking events/seasons...

Whether it’s pivoting in your career, a health makeover, a relationship ending or simply a new life after kids, reinventing ourselves can be a powerful way to change the trajectory of our future  But how do we begin to tackle this seemingly enormous task? Host Amelia Phillips and NLP practitioner Judy King discuss the strategies and steps to pivoting your life. Judy shares her own journey to reinvention (amid tragedy), and arms us with simple but effective tools to re-evaluate our life, and...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Janelle Carroll: As the weather cools down what supplements do you recommend to boost our immune system?Akkramensia by Pendulum: https://pendulumlife.com/products/pendulum-akkermansia. For any other supplement questions please email me [email protected]  Kelly Bartolo: I’m confused about cortisol, I’ve heard some say that stress triggers high cortisol but then...

Staying together as a couple through the trials and tribulations of life is no easy feat, and many relationships aren't able to weather the storm. Host Amelia Phillips and clinical relationship counsellor Laura Press discuss the key strategies to stay strong as a couple through challenging times. They delve into the traps (or ruts) we fall into as couples, and answer questions on how to rebuild trust after it has been broken, who should come first, our partner or the kids? And can a sexless...

In this brand new segment, host Amelia Philips and her guests arm us with short, simple and actionable strategies to move us closer to health and happiness. Today she and naturopath Lauren Jane discuss what we can learn about our digestive health from our poo. How many times per day should we be releasing our bowels? What are the signs of an irritated bowel, what does a floating poo mean, and so much more!  Bristol Stool Chart: Healthy stool is types 3 or 4....

Gut health is often something we don’t think about, until we really need it! Host Amelia Phillips and Naturopath Lauren Jane discuss why everything can be tracking fine then bang, we wake up and it seems so many things now irritate our tummies. They discuss the key signs to of gut dysbiosis (imbalance of gut bugs), the importance of digestive enzymes, key foods to include to boost our gut health. They talk through supplements that may help and what testing can be useful.   Show...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions from:  Amanda: I’ve started on a healthy eating plan, cleared out all the junk food and improved my diet considerably. However instead of feeling better I feel worse! I have been getting terrible bloating, constipation and sometimes tummy pains. What is going on? I really want to improve my diet but something is not working. Catherine: I am so confused about night shades,...

Are you ready to find that sparkle, motivation and joy again, but you're feeling too exhausted to even begin? Host Amelia Phillips speaks with Domonique Bertolucci, best-selling author of The Happiness Code and seven other books about happiness on how to find your motivation using the intention method. They discuss purposeful clarity, a new version of goal setting that doesn't set you up for failure, and value techniques to find your true north.  How to determine your values Domonique has...

In this brand new segment, host Amelia Philips and her guests arm us with short, simple and actionable strategies to move us closer to health and happiness. Today she and author Lizzie Williamson help us be healthier at work, discussing whether stand up desks are the remedy for too much sitting. The World Health Organisation has identified the workplace as a high-risk site for excessive sitting time in many western countries, including Australia. Could stand up desks be the answer? It's never...

If you are spending too much time sitting at work, losing energy and motivation then this episode is for you! Whether you are a work from homer, or in the office, part time or full time, if health is a priority for you, then learning how to create a workplace that is also a health space is super important. When we think about the amount of time we spend working, just imagine if that time was actually health promoting not harming our health (like hours of sitting can do). Host Amelia Phillips...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions from:  Eden B: Just wanted to say I love your podcast! How do you ensure you have healthy meals for your family with such a busy schedule? Eden B. Which meal delivery service would you recommend from a nutrition point of view? Lydia L: How does our body handle stress differently as we age, impact on coffee on stress and stress management.  Delina: Keeping motivated when...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This month we go behind the scenes with Functional Medicine Practitioner Filipa Bellette and exercise physiologist Brendan Barry.  Book - Deep Nutrition https://www.booktopia.com.au/deep-nutrition-catherine-shanahan/book/9781250113849.html  Podcast: Unhindered https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/unhindered/id1350305424 Podcast:...

Our body composition matters when it comes to our health. Understanding how much of us is lean active tissue, knowing what our bone density is, and what proportion of our fat sits under the skin (subcutaneous) versus between our organs (the more harmful visceral) is valuable information to track over time.  Host Amelia Phillips and exercise physiologist Brendan Barry discuss the technology of  DEXA scans and how they can be a helpful tool in tracking, and motivating us to stay healthy. They...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This month Amelia interviewed Jessica Clark on rebuilding after a breakup and Dr Sam Manger on the health tests to get through our decades.  Show notes: Books: You are a badass at making money by Jen Sincerohttps://www.booktopia.com.au/you-are-a-badass-at-making-money-jen-sincero/book/9781473649569.html On fire by James O'Leary...

Is it possible to heal our body burnout by working through past traumas? Host Amelia Phillips unpacks this with functional medicine practitioner Filipa Bellette. They discuss exactly what trauma is (eg big T and little T traumas), symptoms that may appear, how to identify past traumas, and then how to work with our body to rewire our neural pathways to and soothe our nervous system.  About the guest: Filipa Bellette is the co-founder of the multi award-winning health practice Chris &...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions on the top superfoods she recommends, how to shop healthier on a budget and which foods to buy, and finally time saving cooking tips for a busy Mum who is trying to eat healthier, but doesn't like cooking.  About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise, nutrition, parenting and business expert with a career spanning 26 years in health. She's a registered exercise scientist,...

Going through a breakup with a life partner can be one of the most traumatic experiences of our life, and the process of rebuilding can feel like an insurmountable mountain to climb. Host Amelia Phillips and coach Jessica Clark discuss the best ways to help rebuild after a breakup. Jessica tells her personal story of breakup, how she managed to get through those rock bottom moments, and the strategies she used to rebuild her self worth, optimism and reconnect with her true authentic...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. In this episode Amelia  goes behind the scenes with author David Gillespie and health journalist Sophie Scott.  Book: Stoen Focus https://www.booktopia.com.au/stolen-focus-why-you-can-t-pay-attention-johann-hari/book/9781526620163.html  Book Dare to Lead...

What can we do today to set ourselves up for this wonderful second half of life? The obvious answer is eat well, exercise, don’t smoke, sleep well, and all those amazing lifestyle choices we make. But let’s say we are doing these things pretty well, is there anything else we could be doing to help prevent disease and help prolong not just our lifespan but our health span? Host Amelia Phillips and esteemed GP Dr Sam Manger discuss what holistic health actually means, the most important tests...

In this new Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions on whether it's possible to increase strength at the same time as losing weight, whether pilates is enough of a strength workout or should we do more? And finally Amelia answers a question on what her current workout regime is. About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise, nutrition, parenting and business expert with a career spanning 26 years in health. She's a registered...

For many Mums, we are living on the edge of complete burnout. Surviving but not thriving, feeling like we are doing so many things but none of them very well. Host Amelia Phillips and journalist Sophie Scott OAM discuss that feeling burnt out is not ok. This is not how we are meant to be living our best years. Burnout is stealing our joy and there is so much that can be done, including getting to the root cause.  Book - The Body Keeps Score by Dr Bessel van der Kolk:...