Healthy Her
Renew your energy, restore your health, and take control of your wellbeing at any age or stage of life. Host Amelia Phillips, an exercise scientist and nutritionist with over two decades of experience, speaks with leading health experts to uncover science-backed insights. The podcast offers practical strategies to improve energy, metabolism, hormones, and long-term health. It is designed for those juggling career and family, navigating midlife changes, or simply wanting to feel their best.
Episodes
Ask Me Anything: Creatine, is 5g enough? Collagen Vs protein powder. Training after poor sleep
In this Ask me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers three listener questions from supplements to fatigue. In this episode, she covers: Why 5g of creatine is enough for muscle health, but higher doses may offer additional cognitive benefits. Whether collagen counts towards your daily protein intake and why it’s not the best choice for building muscle. How to decide whether to train
Muscle, Menopause & Living Longer, with Dr Ginni Mansberg
Do you really need cold plunges, expensive supplements and the latest wearable to live a longer, healthier life? Dr Ginni Mansberg says probably not. In this episode, Amelia sits down with GP, author and women’s health expert Dr Ginni Mansberg to cut through the increasingly noisy world of longevity and uncover what actually moves the needle. Drawing on her new book, The Women’s Longev
How to Build Muscle AND Lose Fat, with Tony Boutagy
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips is joined by exercise physiologist and strength coach Tony Boutagy to answer a question many women grapple with: can you build muscle and lose body fat at the same time? Tony breaks down how much protein women really need, the best protein sources and powders, nutrient timing, and how to strike the balance between eating enough to support muscl
Should You Consume Dairy in Midlife? Lara Briden Weighs In
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips tackles the dairy dilemma: should we be including dairy for better health, or is there good reason to cut it out? Amelia is joined by naturopathic doctor and women’s health expert Lara Briden to unpack dairy intolerance, whether testing is worthwhile, and the benefits of dairy for protein, calcium, bone health and muscle through midlife.
The Strength Training Formula: Get More From Every Workout, with Tony Boutagy
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips sits down with exercise physiologist and strength expert Dr Tony Boutagy to unpack the formula for getting stronger and building muscle after 40. They explore how often you really need to strength train, the ideal number of sets and reps, whether full-body workouts beat split routines, and why doing the same program for several weeks could actua
Ask Me Anything: GLPs and low energy, lymphatic drainage, stubborn vitamin D
In this month’s Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers three listener questions spanning some very different corners of women’s health. First, do those viral lymphatic drainage gloves actually do anything? Amelia unpacks how the lymphatic system really works, where manual lymphatic drainage has evidence behind it, and whether at-home massage tools can genuinely “de
Why is Weight Loss Harder in Midlife? With Lara Briden
In this episode, host Amelia Phillips sits down with naturopathic doctor and women’s health expert Lara Briden to unpack why losing weight can suddenly feel so much harder after 40. If you’re eating well, exercising and doing all the things that used to work, but the weight, particularly around your middle, just won’t budge, Lara explains what may be going on. From changing hormo
How to get the most out of HRT with Dr Ceri Cashell
In this Mini Motivation episode of Healthy Her, Amelia Phillips is joined by Sydney GP and menopause expert Dr Ceri Cashell to tackle the practical side of HRT, from getting the right therapeutic dose to knowing how long to give it before deciding whether it’s making a difference. If you’ve started hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopause hormone therapy (MHT), y
Am I actually sleep deprived? What supplements and gadgets might help?
We all know what it feels like to have a bad night’s sleep, but how can you tell if you’re genuinely sleep deprived? Is there a way to test it, and what are the signs that your body simply isn’t getting enough restorative sleep? In this Mini Motivation episode of Healthy Her, Amelia Phillips puts these questions to clinical sleep specialist Dr Amelia Scott, founder of Circa Sleep
Sleeping Pills, Melatonin & CBD: What Actually Works for Sleep?
If you’ve been struggling with sleep for a while, whether it’s difficulty falling asleep, those dreaded 3am wake-ups or sleep changes during perimenopause, you may have wondered whether it’s time to consider medication. But with sleeping tablets, melatonin, antihistamines and cannabis-based products all being discussed as potential sleep aids, it can be difficult to know what act
Sleep and Peri: What Every Woman Needs to Know
If you’ve always been a good sleeper and suddenly find yourself wide awake at 3am, struggling to fall asleep, waking more often or simply not feeling refreshed in the morning, perimenopause could be playing a role. Sleep disturbances affect an estimated 40–60% of women during perimenopause, and the numbers are even higher among women seeking help through menopause clinics. In this
Ask Me Anything: Creatine bloat, peri stages & multivitamins - yay or nay?
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers a diverse range of listener questions on multivitamins, troubleshooting creatine side effects, and figuring out where the heck you are in perimenopause. First up, she dives into the eternal debate around multivitamins – are they essential for everyone or simply expensive wee? Experiencing bloating or digestive discomfor
Should you start HRT? With Dr Ceri Cashell
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips asks leading menopause educator and GP Dr Ceri Cashell the questions on every midlife woman's lips – 'Should I consider HRT? Is now the right time to start if my symptoms aren't too severe? And what does treatment even look like, anyway?' They discuss what's happening as you transition from perimenopause through to post-menopause, the most
How to reduce your dementia risk by 45%
In this not-to-be-missed episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips welcomes back neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay to discuss dementia – now the biggest killer of Aussies (overtaking heart disease). Dr Sarah discusses the 14 modifiable risk factors and outlines simple steps you can start taking today to lower your risk of dementia by up to 45%! The risk factors are: Early life and Envi
How to train with joint pain or injury – at any age
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips welcomes back Joan and Michelle MacDonald – the mother-daughter duo behind global fitness phenomenon Train with Joan! Joan started training at the age of 70(!), and in this chat, she and Michelle discuss tactics for strength training with joint pain, preventing and managing injury, and why keeping active is often the best remedy. Abo
Lise and Sarah's formula for health, success and friendship
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by Lise and Sarah, the dynamic duo behind the much-loved Lise and Sarah podcast, authors of the midlife manual Forty Favours the Brave, and creators of DISCO CLUB – the women's-only dance craze sweeping the nation.Right in the thick of it, juggling kids, husbands, pets, perimenopause and a thriving career, the straight-talking BF
Ask Me Anything: Nature's Ozempic, Omega 3s and collagen protein
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener Rebecca's great question about whether there really is such a thing as a natural GLP-1 – and whether 'nature's Ozempic' could help you trim down without the jab. She also goes deep on Omega 3s (what type do you need? Will they be effective after sitting on a shelf? How do you take them and store them?) and clears up
She started strength training at 70 – and changed millions of women's lives
In this not-to-be-missed episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips welcomes none other than Joan and Michelle MacDonald – the mother-daughter duo behind the global fitness phenomenon that is Train with Joan! After many years struggling with health and mobility issues, Joan started training at the age of 70(!), under the watchful eye of her women’s fitness coach and bodybuilder daugh
How to drink less (or not at all)
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by her sister-in-law, Susannah Myerson, founder of the Sober Curious Reset, to discuss something so many women are contemplating in mid-life: how to drink less. Whether you’re about to embark on Dry July, feel the need to cut back, or are simply curious about what life might look like with less alcohol, Susannah’s tips will
Sober Curious? When alcohol isn’t helping anymore
In this deeply personal episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by her sister-in-law, Susannah Myerson, to discuss Susannah’s journey from party girl to a woman whose drinking gradually became unmanageable, to her position today – nearly seven years sober, founder of the Sober Curious Reset, and facilitator of a growing community of women questioning their relationship w
Psychedelics, peptides and brain health with Dr Sarah McKay
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips welcomes back neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay to discuss the emerging use of psychedelics in mental health. Dr Sarah also gives her perspective on the use of peptides for cognitive health, and whether there are any other supplements we can take or levers we can pull to give our brains a short-term edge. About the guest: Dr Sarah M
Ask Me Anything: Hitting my protein goal, inflammaging and magnesium brands
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips lays out her day on a plate to Deborah, who wants to know how she reaches her protein target (without going mad). She also answers listener questions on the best type of magnesium to supplement for sleep, muscle relief and cognition, and how to tell if chronic low-level inflammation is putting you at risk of inflammaging – even if yo
How to fix brain fog with Neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips unpacks one of the most common (and frustrating!) impacts of perimenopause – BRAIN FOG – with world-renowned neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay.From poor concentration to forgetfulness and simple words, like fork, dissolving in mid-air, mid-conversation, they discuss the cognitive changes that occur in midlife and why. And Dr Sarah provid
Could insulin resistance be causing my stubborn weight? With Lara Briden
Back due to popular demand! Could you be insulin resistant? How would you know? What are the symptoms, the tests and strategies to reverse 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 use to prevent and reverse it. Plus,
Mini Motivation: How to boost your gut microbiome (from someone who knows)
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips is back with the Microbiome Doctor, gastroenterologist Dr Paul Froomes, to find out how we can all master our gut microbiomes. Amelia asks about 'weeding and seeding', the best probiotics, and the potential of Akkermansia to support metabolic health and weight management. Plus, Dr Paul gives his go-to pre- and probiotics for a healthy, hap
Lisa Curry: 'My toughest chapter' – grief, perimenopause and reinvention
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips discusses navigating the storm season of midlife with someone who has dealt with profound loss, public scrutiny and reinvention amidst the hormonal upheaval of perimenopause and menopause – the incomparable Lisa Curry. From success in the pool to co-founding the thriving health and lifestyle business Happy Healthy You, the three-time Olymp
Ask Me Anything: Low-calorie protein, supplement mixing and why am I so tired?
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions on the reason you're so darn tired all the time, how to hit your protein target without the calories creeping up, and whether washing down your handful of supplements in one go is really the best move – or will they interfere with each other?About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist,
How to tackle midlife gut issues – testing, treatments and restoring balance
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips gets to the guts of your digestive issues with leading Australian gut health expert, microbiome doctor and gastroenterologist, Dr Paul Froomes.From bloating to constipation, gas, reflux and more, Dr Paul explains why gut symptoms often emerge or intensify in midlife women, and how you can identify the root causes of your discomfort.He answers qu
Mini Motivation: Layne Beachley on overcoming childhood challenges
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips welcomes Layne Beachley back to talk about challenging childhoods – and how they shape you. Adopted as a baby, and very sadly losing her adoptive mother to a brain haemorrhage at age seven, Layne has overcome significant challenges to achieve her dreams and live her purpose, and she believes you can too. Whether you have your own sca
Mini Motivation: Thinking of starting your own business? Listen to this first
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips is back with financial expert Mel Browne to discuss the ins and outs of starting your own business. Should you take the plunge and leave a secure job (especially in this economy!)? And what are the things you need to put in place before you send that resignation letter? Mel shares her priceless wisdom in this must-listen chat. About the g
Layne Beachley: How to motivate yourself to do hard things
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips discusses all things motivation with sporting legend, mental health advocate and bona fide national treasure, Layne Beachley. From adopted baby to a seven-time world surfing champion and the only surfer (male or female) to win six consecutive world titles, Layne’s is a journey forged through grit, guts and a commitment to personal growth.
Ask Me Anything: How to kick sugar cravings, get stronger and reduce inflammation
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions on how to beat a sugar addiction (something she's personally struggled with!), easy ways to reduce inflammation as a tired and busy mum, and exactly how many sets and reps of weights will help you get stronger sooner. *Clarification on Q3 on Pyramid sets: The recommended Pyramid set Amelia is referring to is 12re
Stressed about money? Here’s where to start with finance guru Mel Browne
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips tackles the often overwhelming topic of financial fitness with the inimitable Mel Browne. A financial educator, ex-financial advisor and best-selling author, Mel is one of Australia’s most trusted voices on money – and she has some priceless tips for women navigating the complexities of midlife. As Mel says, 'Finance is a feminist is
Mini Motivation: Dr Libby Weaver on why low iron matters, and what to do about it
Back by popular demand... In this shorter, mini motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and biochemist Dr Libby Weaver dive into iron and why low iron matters. So many women are walking around with insufficient iron levels and not realising the impact it’s having on their health. Dr Libby has just published a book Fix Iron First, and is the go-to for newer innovative treatments. If you&rsqu
Mini Motivation: How to restart without the shame spiral
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips is back with leading habit change expert Dr Gina Cleo to discuss something most of us are all too familiar with – the dreaded shame spiral. Why are women so quick to see a missed workout or two as a personal failing? How can we prevent the shame spiral and, most importantly, how can we get back on track when we've veered away from the per
Is high cholesterol always bad – and can we lower it without medication?
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips chats with leading Australian lipid expert and chemical pathologist Dr Michael Page (aka Instagram's 'Cholesterologist') about the complex topic of high cholesterol – a real problem for so many mid-life women once oestrogen drops. Or is it? Clearing up once and for all whether high cholesterol is actually something to worry about, Dr Micha
Ask Me Anything: Peptides 101 – plus is it too late for creatine?
In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions on one of the hottest topics in wellness right now – the use of peptides. So, what are they and should we all be injecting? Are they safe? Which ones show the most promise? Amelia does a deep dive into the peptide trend so you don't have to. She tackles Lyn4963's excellent question: Creatine for women
Too overwhelmed to change? Start here
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips speaks to world-leading habit change expert Dr Gina Cleo about overcoming that all-too-common overwhelm to make healthy changes – and make them stick! In this insightful and instructional conversation, Dr Gina explains what's actually going on in our brains when we're struggling to take that first step, how stress can compound our 'stuckne
Mini Motivation: Your Peri Godmother on making healthy midlife habits stick
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips picks the brains of your Peri Godmother, Shelly Horton, to find out how the former party girl found her groove – and some new healthy habits – during perimenopause. For no-BS advice on exercise, diet and everything in between, tune in. You'll learn how to get (and stay) motivated when you're anything but, and Shelly’s recommen
Mini Motivation: The best workout strategies to build more muscle in midlife
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips is joined by elite fitness coach Sharelle Grant to discuss the key strategies for building more muscle – something that’s vital, but more difficult, as we age. They discuss the key principles of training for muscle growth in midlife, the biggest mistakes women make in their workouts, and how novices can step into the weights room wi
Shelly Horton: Mental health and the darker side of perimenopause
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips speaks to Australia's very own Peri Godmother, Shelly Horton, about one of the less discussed areas of perimenopause – the impact on mental health. In this frank and moving conversation, Shelly explains how hormonal shifts hit her like a freight train, and how her experiences led her to pen a bestselling book and become a peri crusader. Th
Ask Me Anything: How to lose fat not muscle, protein milk, biomarkers to track
In the first Ask Me Anything episode for this Year of the Fire Horse, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions on protein milk, the top longevity-focused biomarkers to track, and – one of your favourites – how to lose fat without losing muscle. (PS. Check out Episode 251 for a deep dive into this topic with the amazing Sharelle Grant.) About the host: Amelia Phillips is an
How to lose fat without losing muscle, lessons from a sport that gets it right
In this episode, host Amelia Phillips and elite fitness coach Sharelle Grant discuss one of the biggest frustrations in midlife health: how to lose body fat without sacrificing the muscle that keeps us strong, energetic and metabolically healthy. For most people, weight loss, whether from calorie restriction, GLP-1s, more cardio or “clean eating”, comes with an unwanted side effe
Overcoming overwhelm and the invisible load with Dr Libby Weaver
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips and biochemist Dr Libby Weaver discuss how midlife for mums can feel like you are holding up the sky. In this raw and honest episode they discuss some breakthrough reframes (three in particular) that help you manage stress effectively. They discuss the biochemistry involved, how our thoughts really do dictate our biochemistry, and
Mini Motivation: Dr Stacy Sims on fasting, and nutrition for fat loss and muscle
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips and world renown exercise physiologist Dr Stacy Sims dives into targeted nutrition for the holy grail, which is nutrition to lose bodyfat but build muscle strength. So often when people go on a fat loss mission, they can accidentally lose muscle at the same time. It does not have to be this way. They also discuss the confusing
Managing perimenopause without HRT, with Dr Carrie Jones
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by hormone specialist Dr Carrie Jones to unpack the most effective, science-backed ways to manage perimenopause symptoms if you are not on HRT. Whilst HRT is the gold standard treatment, for those that are not able to, or not ready, they unpack the many other ways to manage common symptoms, especially in early-stage peri.
Want to feel more motivated to exercise? Paul Taylor shows us how
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips and neuroscientist Paul Taylor discuss the proven strategies to hack your brain into feeling more motivated. These strategies are based on research around the neuroscience of behaviour change, and when done correctly will make exercise (or at least getting out the door TO exercise) feel a whole lot easier. Marcus Pearce episo
Dr Stacy Sims: Exercise strategies that actually work
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips talks to Dr Stacy Sims about exercise strategies that actually work. Women are not small men, according to Dr Stacy. So if you're wanting to get the most out of your exercise sessions, you need to 'train like a girl'. Dr Stacy gives us the ultimate workout if you have 4x1hr sessions available to exercise. She and host Amelia Philli
Why We Get Stuck with Craig Harper: The real reasons good habits don’t stick
In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips and high performance coach Craig Harper discuss why we get stuck, the impact on unlocking our potential and top strategies to get unstuck. If you have some stubborn habits and behaviours that are not serving you then this episode is for you. About the guest: Craig Harper is a high performance executive coach, motiv
7.5 habits to improve your life (that I’ve learnt this year)!
In this special episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips wraps up the year by getting personal and reflecting on the 7.5 habits that will improve your life. These are insights she has personally gained from interviews with her guests in 2025 which have significantly improved her life. In this episode she explains these habits, how they improved her life and how they can improve yours to. A ver
Mini Motivation: How to be more vulnerable and foster deeper connections
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips explores how we can open ourselves up to be more vulnerable with others, so that we can foster those deeper connections. Amelia is joined by best friends Di Edwards and Nicola Dale, who met over the back fence on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and later turned their heart-to-heart chats into the hit podcast Over the Back Fence. Tog
How to make 2026 your best (and healthiest) year yet!
In this very special episode, host Amelia Phillips takes you on a four step journey to setting yourself up for your best and healthiest year yet. This is perfect if you want to create a blueprint you can use for the year ahead. Amelia explains how reflecting on the year just passed, then goal setting can be a powerful time to unlock behaviour change. She then outlines the four key steps to making
The silent epidemic of loneliness in Mums
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips dives into one of the most overlooked challenges facing modern mums: loneliness. You might be surrounded by people, at the school gate, at work, in your community, yet still feel disconnected. A quick scroll through any mums’ Facebook group shows just how many women are feeling the same way. And here’s the truth: deep, meaningful fri
Mini Motivation: Dr Vonda Wright on Calcium intake and Dairy
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by the much loved orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright to discuss our bone health and how important calcium intake is. They discuss how much calcium we need (hint: it goes UP as we age), the best sources of calcium, and why it's not so easy to just supplement with calcium. They also discuss the confusion around dairy products and
Mini Motivation: Olympian Jana Pittman on how to stop fear holding you back
In this Mini Motivation episode we are facing our fears head on. Host Amelia Phillips and Olympian Jana Pitman discuss how as mothers we are hardwired to seek out threats, dangers and anything that poses a risk to us or our families. But this can sometimes come at a cost to us, not going for that promotion, or following our dreams. Jana has consistently faced her fears and led an incredible
Future-Proofing Your Body with Dr Vonda Wright
In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips is joined by the much loved orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright to explore exactly how we can future-proof our bodies. Together, they dive into the habits that protect our bones, strengthen our muscles, support our joints, and ultimately shape how well we move and feel as we age. This conversation is your blueprint for building strength, r
Ask Me Anything: Vitamin D tips, adrenal fatigue and high protein breakfasts
This week on Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions on Vitamin D Tips for supplementing, adrenal fatigue advice and examples of her favourite high protein breakfasts. Interested in taking the CAR stress test? https://v360.health/sp/vsl-video-signup Interested in learning more about the Vitality Report? https://v360.health/sp/vsl-video-signup Interested in learning more
Osher Günsberg: Sobriety, vulnerability and getting unstuck
Have you ever felt completely stuck? Overwhelmed by hopelessness, frustration, or the feeling that life isn't playing fair? In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips sits down with Osher Günsberg, who has faced those very moments, often under the intense scrutiny of the public eye, yet chosen to share his journey publicly with honesty, vulnerability, and courage. Osher&r
Mini Motivation: Can HRT Improve our Mood? With Dr Louise Newson
In this shorter, Mini Motivation episode, Amelia explores an important and often misunderstood topic: the role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in mood-related disorders such as low mood, depression, stress, and anxiety. For many women, HRT can be not only safe but also life-changing when prescribed appropriately, yet it’s still surrounded by confusion and stigma. To unpack the late
Mini Motivation: How can you test for perimenopause?
In this shorter, Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and Women's Health specialist Dr. Carrie Jones explore a question that so many women ask: Can you actually test for perimenopause? With symptoms that can be unpredictable and ever-changing, it can be hard to know exactly what’s going on in your body and where you’re at in the transition. To help unpack the options available
Olympian Jana Pittman on fear, failure and reinvention
Have you ever done something that absolutely terrified you, but once you were on the other side, you realised it was the very thing that helped you grow? In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips explores the power of fear, failure, and reinvention with one of Australia’s most extraordinary women, Dr. Jana Pittman. From the Olympic athletics track to SAS to medicine, Jana&rsq
Ask Me Anything: how I got off my sugar addiction
This week on Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips answers the question so many of you asked last month. How did Amelia finally kick her lifelong sugar addiction? In last month’s AMA, she shared the huge impact overcoming her sugar addiction had on her energy, mood, and body, but not the how. So in this episode, she lifts the lid on the real, practical steps that helped her break fre
When is the right time to start HRT? With Dr Louise Newson
In this episode, host Amelia Phillips and global menopause pioneer Dr Louise Newson discuss hormone replacement therapy, and how it can be not only safe but also hugely beneficial to many when prescribed appropriately. Dr Louise shares the many stigmas associated with prescribing hormones, the main symptoms HRT may help with (hint, it's not just hot flushes and night sweats) and some of the refram
Mini Motivation: Dr Stacy Sims on fasting, and nutrition for fat loss and muscle
In this shorter Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and world renown exercise physiologist Dr Stacy Sims dives into targeted nutrition for the holy grail, which is nutrition to lose bodyfat but build muscle strength. So often when people go on a fat loss mission, they can accidentally lose muscle at the same time. It does not have to be this way. They also discuss the confusing topic of
Mini Motivation: Dr Libby Weaver on why low iron matters, and what to do about it
In this shorter, mini motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and biochemist Dr Libby Weaver dive into iron and why low iron matters. So many women are walking around with insufficient iron levels and not realising the impact it’s having on their health. Dr Libby has just published a book Fix Iron First, and is the go-to for newer innovative treatments. If you’ve suffered with low iro
Managing perimenopause without HRT, with Dr Carrie Jones
Host Amelia Phillips is joined by hormone specialist Dr Carrie Jones to unpack the most effective, science-backed ways to manage perimenopause symptoms if you are not on HRT. Whilst HRT is the gold standard treatment, for those that are not able to, or not ready, they unpack the many other ways to manage common symptoms, especially in early-stage peri. From headaches to night sweats, hot flushes a
Ask Me Anything: Feeling stuck, daily habits that helped me, five strength benchmark goals,
In this Ask Me Anything Episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions, along with giving an update on her book project, her new program, and her favourite time of the year - a temporal landmark. Deta Odedra: I’ve heard you talk about strength benchmarks for health and longevity, can you give me a couple? Anonymous: What’s the first step to take if I feel completely stuck wi
Dr Stacy Sims: Exercise strategies that actually work
Women are not small men, according to Dr Stacy Sims. So if you're wanting to get the most out of your exercise sessions, you need to 'train like a girl'. Dr Stacy gives us the ultimate workout if you have 4x1hr sessions available to exercise. She and host Amelia Phillips go through the most important exercises for longevity, bone health, fat loss and muscle preservation. If you're looking to
Mini Motivation: Omega-3s, should we test, track and supplement?
In this shorter Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and Professor Heike Bischoff-Ferrari discuss Omega-3s, their benefits, how to test and track, whether supplementing works and top tips for supplementing, based on the DO HEALTH Trial. To listen to the full episode on the stunning results of the DO HEALTH Trial listen to their previous episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oBE
Mini Motivation: Craig Harper on the psychology of aging well
In this shorter, Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Philips and high performance executive coach Craig Harper discuss the art of aging well and how to stay energised, curious and engaged through our decades. Amelia makes a starling discover about Craig, and Craig's secret to a happy life is quite surprising (hint - its NOT exercise!). About the Guest Craig Harper is a high performance exec
Overcoming overwhelm and the invisible load with Dr Libby Weaver
Do you ever go through periods of feeling overwhelmed? Host Amelia Phillips and biochemist Dr Libby Weaver discuss how midlife for mums can feel like you are holding up the sky. In this raw and honest episode they discuss some breakthrough reframes (three in particular) that help you manage stress effectively. They discuss the biochemistry involved, how our thoughts really do dictate our biochemis
Ask Me Anything: Stressed or depressed? The best magnesium? Feeling gassy, help!
In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions, plus an update on her life, including some VERY exciting news! This episode covers the questions: Lily Hannan DM from insta: I’m in perimenopause and feel like crap, some days I feel terribly flat, almost depressed, and other days I feel overwhelmed and stressed - manic almost. Then some days I&rsquo
Why We Get Stuck with Craig Harper: The real reasons good habits don’t stick
Have you ever felt stuck? It’s this feeling that you’re not happy with where you’re at, be it in health, career, relationships or thought patterns. Host Amelia Phillips and high performance coach Craig Harper discuss why we get stuck, the impact on unlocking our potential and top strategies to get unstuck. If you have some stubborn habits and behaviours that are not serving
Mini Motivation: Improve your sleep even when stressed
These Mini Motivation episodes are shorter bite sized episodes focussing on a specific topic, so you can feel armed and motivated to make positive changes to your health and happiness. Today host Amelia Phillips and sleep expert Lisa Maltman are delving into sleep insomnia caused by stress. What happens when your stress is chronic? When there’s no end in sight? How can we improve our sleep w
Mini Motivation: Stress & fasting, healthy or unhealthy for women? With Paul Taylor
In this Mini Motivation Episode host Amelia Phillips and neuroscientist Paul Taylor talk about stress, and how to tell the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress. Amelia also gives her take on whether the stress of a prolonged overnight fast is healthy or harmful for women. They unpack the surprising science behind good stress, known as hormesis, and what activities these include. F
Why do I wake up tired, even after a decent sleep?
Are you waking up tired, even after the 'right' amount of sleep? You’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips sits down with sleep expert Lisa Maltman to unpack why good sleep isn’t just about more hours, but better ones. Discover the surprising factors that might be draining your rest, and learn simple shifts to help
Ask Me Anything: My day on a plate. How to lose fat but not muscle. Want overhaul where to begin?
In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions: Marikah248 over insta: 39yo FT working mum of 2 - health needs a complete overhaul. What’s the number 1 thing you recommend starting with or focussing on to kickstart your journey? Emma Alley over insta: I want to lose weight but I don’t want to lose mus
Want to reduce your cancer risk by 61%? Groundbreaking new study shows us how
What if we told you there was a way to reduce your cancer risk by 61%, lower your biological age, AND reduce pre-frailty by 39%. In this episode, host Amelia Phillips and the lead researcher from this trial Prof. Heike Bischoff-Ferrari are going to journey through this clinical trial, called the DO-HEALTH trial. They will help us understand what the researchers uncovered and how we can take their
Mini Motivation: How to support someone going through a tough time (with Brooke Campbell Bayes)
In this Mini Motivation episode host Amelia Phillips chats to Brooke Campbell Bayes about how we can support someone going through a tough time. Brooke is going through her own MS journey, navigating a recent diagnosis along with having three young daughters, a busy life and being so young herself. Brooke gives her honest take on what helped her feel truly supported (and what didn't!), and s
Mini Motivation: Should We Think Big & Step Outside Our Comfort Zone?
In this Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and two-time Olympian Elka Whalan navigate a conundrum we often face as mothers; whether to step out of our comfort zone and think big in our lives. Before children this was a bit of a no-brainer, but now with kids, the stakes are higher. There may sometimes be a cost that our family has to bare, or the cost may be our sanity! Liste
