Healthy Her

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...

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 musc...

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...

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...

 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...

When the weather cools down, getting those exercise sessions in becomes a whole lot harder for many. 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...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Fran Davis over Insta: I can’t tell if collagen makes a difference, Can you recommend one to take? Delina Harreen: How do you keep it all together ie. work, family, home etc without getting burnt out? Carolyn Brenner: I’ve just been told I have low bone density...

Have you ever received a diagnosis that has rocked your world? Or maybe you have a loved one who’s experienced this? If so, this episode is for you. Host Amelia Phillips and Mum of two Brooke Campbell Bayes have a raw and candid conversation about how to reimagine your life after a medical diagnosis. Brooke generously shares her story from a busy working Mum, to the day she woke up, knowing...

Welcome to another Mini Motivation Episode, these are shorter, bite sized episodes for when you’ve only got a moment to yourself and you’re looking for some health motivation. Today host Amelia Phillips and Women's Health advocate Jennalea McInnes discuss the importance of tracking blood pressure. They look at both high and low blood pressure, the causes, impacts and how to manage them...

Is there something in your life you are challenged by at the moment? Host Amelia Phillips and two-time Olympic swimming champion Elka Whalan discuss how to bring an athletes mindset to your challenge. They discuss the mindset strategies athletes use to overcome repeated disappointments and missed goals, how to handle feeling like you've let people down, and how to go from good to great. Elka opens...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Dotti Thorne: As the weather cools down what supplements do you recommend to boost our immune system? Vanessa Andrew: Every year over winter I gain weight, only to have to work hard in spring to lose it. What are your tips for avoiding winter weight gain or should I just m...

In this episode of Healthy Her host Amelia Phillips and clinical nutritionist Jennalea McInnes discuss the role of electrolytes, and whether we need to supplement. You may have noticed a lot in the media about electrolytes powders gaining popularity, so they discuss the benefits, who is most at risk of imbalances and how to tell if your body really needs extra electrolyte support? *Disclosure: Hea...

This Mini Motivation episode is perfect if you have heard that strength training is important for you, but you are not a fan of the weights room. Host Amelia Phillips and professor Belinda Beck discuss the many ways to fall in love with strength training (or at least experience the many benefits). They outline the safety considerations, the many ways to get motivated and also the best moves that d...

In this mini motivation episode host Amelia Phillips and longevity expert Marcus Pearce discuss the ground breaking book: The Five Regrets of the Dying. They go through each one, so that we can take these life lessons and apply them now, before its too late! Book - The Five Regrets of the Dying: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-top-five-regrets-of-the-dying-bronnie-ware/book/9781401956004.html &nb...

Osteopenia and Osteoporosis is on the rise in Australia, and this is not an ‘old persons’ disease, this is something that is more easily addressed in our prime. Host Amelia Phillips and 'bone health royalty' Prof. Belinda Beck discuss why NOW is the best time to understand your bones better. They unpack who is at risk of weakened bones, how (and where) to test your bone density, and wh...

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions and gives a life update. This episode covers the questions:  Marnie Hunter: What are your top tips for maintaining a balanced diet while managing a busy lifestyle? Olive Hocking: I always start the year feeling good and exercising then as soon as it cools down I quit. How can I stay motivated as the weather c...

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...