Healthy Her

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with fussy eating expert Marie-France Laval and clinical psychedelic researcher Paul Liknaitzky giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.   Book: Parent Effectiveness Training  https://www.booktopia.com.au/parent-effectiveness-training-thomas-gordon/book/9780609806937.html Book:...

Research into psychedelic-assisted therapies as treatments for mental health conditions is exploding right now, and a number of research trials have been approved to explore psilocybin- and MDMA-assisted therapies for select mental health patients in Australia.  Host Amelia Phillips discusses this space with Dr Paul Liknaitzky,  head of Clinical Psychedelic Research at Monash University, and Chief...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions on how to combat negative self talk, whether, despite our best efforts, genetics/hormones might get in the way of weight loss, and how we can stop succumbing to the excuses and barriers to achieving results.  About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise, nutrition, parenting and business expert with a career spanning 26 years in health. She's a...

Fussy eating is a very normal developmental stage in toddlers and children as their palette matures and they start to enjoy autonomy and control at mealtimes. But what happens when fussy eating gets in the way of healthy nutrition and mealtime enjoyment? Host Amelia Phillips and fussy eating expert Marie-France Leval discuss how to broaden your child's taste preferences, when to seek help, and wha...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with Boost Juice founder Janine Allis and Executive Director of The Parenthood, Georgie Dent, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.  About the guests: Janine Allis Janine is the co-founder of Boost Juice (starting it 2000 at her kitchen bench with a 7mth old). She and her hus...

if you’re feeling like the juggle of parenting while working is overwhelming, you are NOT alone. Host Amelia Phillips and executive director of The Parenthood Georgie Dent discuss the structural and societal framework that is stacked against parents. Georgie explains why these norms are not serving parents (women in particular) not serving the carers economy (who are paid pittance and leaving in d...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions on which diet to follow, self sabotage and spring cleaning our house and health.  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, nutritionist and researcher (with a masters of human nutrition). She is the co-founder of healt...

Founder of Boost Juice Janine Allis knows a thing or two about the juggle of a full career whilst raising kids. Host Amelia Phillips and Janine discuss how she launched over 100 stores in 12 months with four young children in tow, how she stayed sane (or tried to!) if she harbours any regrets or guilt. Her refreshing, no BS approach is inspiring for all us Mums wanting to dream big but who feel st...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with Pleasant State co founder Ami Bateman and Meditation teacher Jacqui Lewis, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.  About the guest: Jacqui Lewis is a highly respected, well known, meditation teacher, writer, educator, speaker and co founder of The Broad Place, a platform...

Endocrine disrupting chemicals have been linked with diseases such as endometriosis, PCOS, thyroid, obesity and cancer. Host Amelia Phillips and co-founder of Pleasant State Ami Bateman discuss the major chemicals to avoid, natural cleaning products that work and what it takes to launch a for purpose business.  About the guest: Ami Bateman is the co-founder of Pleasant State, which are non-toxic,...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to stop yelling at the kids, how to effectively change a habit, and how to feel sexy again.  Book: The power of habit change by Charles Duhigg: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-power-of-habit-charles-duhigg/book/9781847946249.html About the host: Amelia Phillips is an ex...

Have you walked into a room and forgotten why? Do you ever feel overwhelmed by negative news, stressed, anxious or down in the dumps? Maybe it’s time to take on a mind cleanse. Host Amelia Phillips and Meditation teacher, writer and founder of The Broad Place Jacqui Lewis discuss the simple, yet powerful tools in a 14 day mind cleanse that will detangle our brain, reconnect us, centre us, and help...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with parenting expert Gen Muir and resilience expert Vashti Whitfield giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.  Euphoria - TV Show: https://binge.com.au/shows/show-euphoria!1694   Atlas of the Heart - book by Brene Brown: https://www.amazon.com.au/Atlas-Heart-Meaningful-Connecti...

It can be heartbreaking to watch your child struggle through friendship issues during pre school and primary school. Maybe someone in their group is being mean, maybe they feel they don’t have many friends, they feel excluded, they fight, or maybe they want to switch friendship groups. Whatever the challenge, it can be hard to know how best to guide them, when to intervene, and how not to put your...

Do you ever go through a crisis of confidence? You don't feel worthy or you loath parts of your body? Host Amelia Phillips and Vanessa Haldane, founder of Journey to Worthy discuss this phenomenon and why it's so prevalent in Mums. Vanessa opens up about how trauma as a child impacted her self worth and how she turned that around.  They discuss how can we recognise the signs of slipping into that...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to get back into exercise after a break, the best affordable and fun fitness options, and what to do if you're struggling with motivation to be healthy.  About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise, nutrition, parenting and business expert with a career spanning 26 ye...

Suffering a loss can be devastating, be it the loss of a loved one, finances, career, a home, a life we dreamed of and more. Host Amelia Phillips and resilience expert Vashti Whitfield discuss how how we can move through the grief after a loss, how we can rebuild and  reshape our life to be something of intense meaning and purpose. They discuss how to support our kids through a loss, and what incr...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with Dr Norman Swan and Lara Cook, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.  About the guest: Dr Norman Swan, a multi-award winning producer, broadcaster and Physician journalist. He hosts two popular podcasts; The Health Report and Coronacast, which won a walkley award last yea...

There’s nothing more concerning than when our kids go through troubled times, be it anxiety, depression, friendship fires, home life struggles or ill health. But could one remedy for this be right under our nose… the family pet? Or even a trip to a local farm for some equine assisted therapy. Host Amelia Phillips and therapist Lara Cook discuss how animal assisted therapy can be a powerful tool fo...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to pull yourself out of the crippling feeling of being a bad parent, her top tips on eating healthy on a budget, and how to start running (or get back into running) the safest, most effective way.  Show notes: Fresh and local produce delivery service in Sydney: https://w...

The quantified self movement refers to a cultural phenomenon we’re seeing of self-tracking with technology, be it smart watches, fitness tracking apps, and more recently finger prick technology. Host Amelia Phillips and Adjunct professor Phil Hayes St Clair discuss the best way for busy Mums to use this data to improve their health, new finger prick technology looking at multiple blood biomarkers...

Most of us want to live longer, healthier years. Research is indicating that our longevity is no more just about the genetic cards we are dealt, but actually we have more controllable elements at our finger tips than ever before. Host Amelia Phillips and Dr Norman Swan, a multi-award winning producer, broadcaster and Physician journalist, discuss the latest longevity and anti-aging research. 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 ep goes behind Wendy MacCarthy who was instrumental in decriminalising abortion, and Alisa Latto, who grew an empire from the desire to raise healthy kids in a healthy home.  About the guests: Wendy McCarthy is nothing short of a po...

Described by Quentin Bryce as a 'National Treasure' Wendy McCarthy has been instrumental in shaping today's experience of motherhood. Host Amelia Phillips and Wendy discuss how she was able to be a feminist, activist, mother and teacher, how she campaigned to allow fathers to be present during birth, to decriminalise abortion in NSW in 2019, and ended up deputy chair of the ABC. She tells us how w...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to effectively manage kids screen time, some quick fixes for tight backs and what to do when your relationship is going through a rough patch. If you have a question you can contact her below. Stretches: Lower back twist Angel Pose Strength: Plank About the host: Amelia...