The Ageless and Awesome Podcast

When I speak to women in my clinic about their health, they often mention gaining weight once they hit their 40s or even late 30s. And it’s often followed up with ‘but that’s normal, because your metabolism slows down/everyone gains weight in their 40s/weight gain is inevitable during perimenopause’. But it’s time to bust this idea! Yes, your metabolism may drop with age. But it’s probably not as...

There's a famous quote from Madonna which is along the lines of, "When a woman gets to a certain age, she has to make a choice between her body and her face." This can be true if you aren't careful. Women in their 30s, 40s and beyond can experience a massive change in their appearance when they lose weight rapidly – and not always in a good way. In this week's podcast, I l...

Do you jump from diet to diet, looking for the ‘one’ solution? While you might spend most of your time in a calorie-restricted state, this yo-yo dieting effect is likely causing your weight to rebound. In fact, there’s a good chance you’re gaining more weight over the long-term! Before you panic – let’s take a look at why this happens, and what you can do to prevent it, because it's actually...

One of the biggest diet trends around is a low-carb or ketogenic diet. But is it all it’s cracked up to be, particularly for those of us moving through perimenopause? Let’s take a closer look at keto for women over 40 and what you need to consider on this week's show. Have you tried keto? I'd love to hear about your experience! DM me @susiegardenwellness I help women feeling stressed, fl...

Are you sick of hearing about quick ways to lose weight? You know what I mean, those fad type things like shakes, bars, supplements, etc. that make loads of promises and barely deliver. And even if you do lose the weight, we know what comes next right?? The Yo-Yo Effect (which is the focus of an upcoming podcast 😊) You might be at a stage now where your New Year's resolutions have kind of fa...

Whenever we talk about weight loss, the topic of metabolism comes up. But do you know what it actually means and how it affects your body?  You might hear a lot of talk about a slow or fast metabolic rate. Teenage boys who can eat everything in sight and not put on a kilo? Fast metabolic rate. Someone with a condition such as Hashimoto’s that affects the thyroid’s function? Likely a slow metabolic...

There are so many reasons that gut health becomes even more important when you're over 40. But how do you even know you have any gut health issues and what can you do about it? When should you see someone about it and who should you see? I answer all these questions in this week's ep. Have you followed me on socials yet? @susiegardenwellnes s Send me a text! Are you a woman feeling stres...

In this week's episode I address probably the most common question I receive from women, online and in Clinic. The things you do to lose weight aren't working anymore and you just can't work out why! It's super frustrating and, lucky for you, this is my zone of genius 🤓 Listen and learn what's going on in your body and how to overcome this. If you'd like to work with...

The past few years have left many of us feeling drained, overwhelmed and older than we’d like. But you can make 2023 your Year Of Youth - a time for focusing on feeling energised, motivated and youthful in mind and body. In this week's ep I outline my simple 4 step plan to help you make the most of 2023. If you're really wanting to up your game then check out my signature program, The Gl...

Do you find yourself promising, ‘New Year, new me!’ every time January rolls around? I’m not going to lie - I think the whole idea of New Year, New You sucks. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t make some great changes over the next 12 months - let me explain to you what I mean in this week's pod. I help women feeling stressed, flat and older than they'd like regain their youthful energ...

Ever wondered how health experts navigate the holiday season? I’m a big advocate for balance & enjoying your favourite goodies with loved ones - not depriving yourself! So this year, I thought I would share my practical tips for enjoying Christmas and New Year in a healthy way. And if you want to start off 2023 with your own personalised Anti-Ageing and/or Weight Loss Protocol then check out m...

‘Tis the season to feel jolly - so why does the festive season feel more like overwhelm, exhaustion and sluggishness?? If you want to indulge in your favourite foods, drinks and activities over the holidays without feeling miserable afterwards, these tips are for you. Celebrate the launch of my new website with 50% off my eCourse - Stress Less Lose Weight!! Use the code LAUNCH50 on my new site htt...

Did you know that your skin is a reflection of what is happening inside your body? There is a close link between how your skin appears and your internal health - particularly your gut health. By understanding this Gut-Skin connection, you can nourish your skin until it glows! In this week's podcast I outline the basics of the Gut-Skin Connection plus give some easy tips to support your skin t...

Are you wondering how to give your collagen a helping hand? As we age, our collagen declines, contributing to the more visible signs of ageing such as wrinkles and reduced elasticity. But you do have options to support your collagen levels - and no, it’s not necessarily with an expensive skin cream! Join me on the pod this week as I outline the best ways to support your collagen and why this is be...

Have you noticed that your skin is quite different to when you were in your 20s? There are a lot of changes that can occur to your skin by the time you hit your 40s - but one of the big changes is that of perimenopause. The hormonal shifts that happen throughout perimenopause can have a number of effects on your skin health. But the good news is that if you’re unhappy with your skin, there are ste...

Do you love the thought of youthful, healthy skin for many years to come? While we can’t halt ageing, there are steps you can take to nourish & nurture your skin so it looks and feels younger for longer. As a naturopath, these are my top anti-ageing skin tips that I not only recommend to my clients, but also implement myself. Want to see if we're a good fit to work together on your health...

Did you know that your skin is a messenger? Although it might be on the surface, skin health is a reflection of what is happening internally - for better and for worse. So, what is your skin trying to tell you? In today's episode we'll look at some of the messages it might have for you, especially in the anti-ageing context. It makes my heart so happy when my clients start getting compli...

Do you wish your skin was clear, calm and youthful? You don’t need to spend hundreds or even thousands on skin treatments, masks and cosmetic procedures - it all starts with some simple nutrition tweaks. If you’re after healthy, glowing skin, check out this podcast ep as THIS is what you want to focus on. Want to work with me? I'm taking my final enrolments for the year for my signature anti-...

It sounds boring, I know, and here's the thing...the way you're feeling in your body right now may be because of this. So let's break it down and I'll show you my Nutritionist tips to improve insulin resistance naturally by addressing the underlying causes to improve insulin sensitivity. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to tackle insulin resistance at the root thr...

There are many reasons that you feel constantly fatigued. But a commonly overlooked one? How your body regulates blood sugar levels. The food that you eat, the rate that you absorb energy and your body’s ability to move the energy into your cells via insulin can all alter your sense of energy. So let’s take a closer look at how your blood sugar level could be exhausting you in this week's pod...

This week's podcast combines two of my favourite topics in the Anti-Ageing and Longevity Medicine space!!! Stress management and insulin resistance 🥳 #nerdalert Did you know that there’s a close link between stress and how your body responds to insulin? We know that insulin resistance is linked to weight gain, premature ageing, fatigue and more. One of the biggest underlying contributors to...

Struggling to lose weight, no matter what you try? Find kilos sneaking on even when you eat well and exercise? This is one of the most common problems my clients come to me with.  And guess what - Insulin may be to blame. Insulin is an important hormone that we need. But when we have elevated insulin, it can lead to insulin resistance. And insulin resistance can make weight loss virtually impossib...

Is perimenopause taking you on a wild rollercoaster ride? There are several reasons why perimenopause is rough on some, but a big contributing factor is how your body regulates blood sugar. Let’s look at how a common health condition, insulin resistance, influences your perimenopause journey and how it can be supported. Want to work with me privately? The Glow Protocol™️ is open for enrolment. Cli...

Metabolic flexibility is your body’s ability to respond or adapt to changes such as fuel types (glucose vs fats) or energy demand (e.g. exercise). Some of the benefits include steadier energy, fewer cravings, increased fat-burning and balanced blood sugar levels. But when you are insulin resistant, this flexibility drops off. As a result, you’re more prone to sugar and carb cravings, constant hung...

Could you be exhausting your anti-ageing NAD+ levels without even knowing it? Our NAD levels drop naturally as we age, but there are also lifestyle factors that deplete them. Let’s take a look at 5 big factors that contribute to the loss of NAD. Want to learn more? Check out theglowprotocol.com.au or DM me @theglowprotocolau --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/agel...