Healthy Her

We don't just want to live a healthy life, we want to live an exceptional life! But what exactly is an exceptional life? And what does it take to live one? Host Amelia Phillips and longevity expert Marcus Pearce break down the eight key pillars for living an exceptional life. They invite the audience to take an online quiz and do their own personal audit.  Take the longevity quiz: https://mar...

In this Mini motivation episode host Amelia Phillips speaks with psychologist Anna Nikolaou about the signs that our nervous system is in overdrive. They draw the links between emotional stress and physical to better help connect the two. Then they discuss strategies to restore balance, and whether talk therapy can help. About the guest: Anna Nikolaou is a registered psychologist with the Psycholo...

In this very special 200th episode of Healthy Her, the host becomes the guest. Psychologist and executive coach Amos Szeps takes the reins, pulling back the curtain on the show’s journey and the woman behind it, Amelia Phillips. This raw, unfiltered conversation dives deep into resilience, reinvention, and what it really takes to keep showing up—even when doubt, setbacks, and the press...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Molly Richie: Hormonal mood swings - help!  Lately I have noticed how moody I get, especially in the lead up to my period. I have no patience and find myself yelling at my kids or hubby, only to hate myself for it afterwards. I’m mid forties. Any strategies or t...

In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips and psychologist Anna Nikolau discuss the strategies to become just that little bit happier. They discuss the reasons why many Mums are feeling unhappy despite having a seemingly 'wonderful' life. They unpack whether our happiness is dependant on good things happening, or whether you can feel happy during dark times and feel dark during happy ti...

Summer Series: 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...

Summer Series: 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...

Summer Series: Could decluttering achieve more than just a tidy house? With over half a million followers across her platforms, Steph Pase knows a thing or two about organising our house and life.  She and host Amelia Phillips discuss the top tips to decluttering and organising our home, as well as the hearing how it actually helped Steph's journey through post natal depression. They also dis...

NY times best selling author Dr B joins host Amelia Phillips to discuss gut sensitivities and their solution. They discuss latest research, the gut brain axis, how it really works. Why food sensitivities can arise for no apparent reason, and how to diagnose them. They discuss histamines, FODMAPS, the best ways to heal our gut and Dr Bs favourite gut healing foods.   About the guest: NY T...

Best-Of - Summer Series: 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...

Best-Of summer Series: If you or someone you know is considering taking one of the semaglutide weight loss medications, today's episode is for you. Host Amelia Phillips and endocrinologist Prof. Katherine Samaras discuss the pros and cons, taking an open minded, balanced view, trying to leave harsh judgement at the door. The goal of the episode is to help Healthy Her listeners decide if this is a...

Best-Of Summer Series: How do you get intentional about managing your energy? How do you operate from the 'interest' from your energy and not depleting from the 'capital'. Host Amelia Phillips and Energy Management expert Lorraine Murphy discuss how we can protect and boost our energy for our busy Mum lives. Lorraine gives us practical and effective ways that will make such a huge difference. She...

In this Best-of Summer Series of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips interviews Taylor and Luke, two participants from the new channel 9 TV show Do You Want to Live Forever. Over the last few weeks you’ve heard from Tom and Duncan, Eliana and Enver, and Liberty and Eliza (from the Block) so this week we wrap up this TV show special by hearing from our final couple Hubby and wife team Luke and...

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 what a temporal landmark is, how it can be a powerful time to unlock behaviour change, and then the four key steps to making this year your healthiest yet....

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 2024 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...

In this shorter, bite sized conversation, host Amelia Phillips and Dan O'Sullivan discuss chronic pain and how we can best manage and ideally move beyond chronic pain. From chronic low grade pain such as a sore back or neck, to ongoing conditions such as arthritis, pain can be a huge energy drainer.   18min full Body Mobility Sequence  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mV5FXq7Yknk &nb...

In this Mini motivation episode host Amelia Phillips speaks with Dr Torkil Fero, a GP that specialises in lifestyle medicine on the best strategies for getting a better night sleep. Dr Torkil is the author of  The Pulse Cure: a book that delves into the research behind wearables, to help us manage our fitness, stress and sleep better. Take a listen to Dr Torkil’s advice around getting a better nig...

In this shorter, bite sized conversation, host Amelia Phillips and Dr Norman Swan discuss four validated questions used in research to help you become a better parent. Listen to the questions and rate yourself out of five for each one. Dr Norman Swan has recently published a book ‘ So You Want to Know What’s Good for Your Kids? ’. He has dug deep into decades of research and distilled it into one...

Cardiovascular disease is the biggest killer of Australians and elevated cholesterol is a key risk factor. Host Amelia Phillips and Prof. Karam Kostner discuss the latest strategies to lower cholesterol, including diet protocols, exercise and key supplements. They discuss medications and why it's important that some people get and stay on medications whereas others can manage through lifestyle. Th...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Fiona O’Sullivan: I’ve been reading a lot about Vo2 Max and it’s links to longevity, how do I measure and improve mine? Suzi Stedman: What is the best milk to drink? Olivia R: You have said before you have a massive sweet tooth. How are you not the size of a house!? How do you...

In this shorter, bite sized conversation, host Amelia Phillips and Professor Katherine Tonks discuss the best ways to lower cholesterol outside of medications. Elevated LDL cholesterol and triglycerides are very common markers out of range many have no idea the impact on their health. They discuss the impact of diet, exercise, and certain supplements and the best strategies for lowering cholestero...

Healthy joint mobility becomes crucial as we age, not just for joint health but for balance, stability, pain management and quality of life. Host Amelia Phillips and mobility expert Dan O'Sullivan discuss the best strategies to protect and improve the mobility of our joints.  18min full Body Mobility Sequence  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mV5FXq7Yknk   Hips & Spine Masterclass -  https://yo...

These Mini motivation episodes are shorter more practical conversations designed to motivate you with simple, actionable expert advice you can implement straight away. Today host Amelia Phillips and clinical nutritionist Lee Holmes discuss practical ways to include gut friendly foods into your day. Lee has published nine books on the topic, including Supercharged Food: Heal Your Gut, which has bee...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Amelia from insta: What are some natural ways to lower cholesterol (triglycerides) and insulin for over 40. Libby from insta: What does a biomarker blood test show? Is it easily done and why don’t GPs do it? Jo Marson: I’ve heard you talk about moving after eating to help impro...

Do you own a wearable such as a smart watch or Oura Ring? One that measures your heart rate? Host Amelia Phillips and GP Dr Torkil Færø discuss the fascinating data that can be really helpful on a health journey, from discovering how stressed we really are, to our sleep quality, or a measurement of our Vo2Max. While wearables may not be 100% accurate, the trends to track over time can be very tell...