In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers the questions:  Janelle Carroll: As the weather cools down what supplements do you recommend to boost our immune system?Akkramensia by Pendulum: https://pendulumlife.com/products/pendulum-akkermansia. For any other supplement questions please email me ap@ameliaphillips.com.au  Kelly Bartolo: I’m confused about cortisol, I’ve heard some say that stress triggers high cortisol but then I’ve also heard about stress causing low cortisol or cortisol depletion, can we have both? Laur ..read more

Staying together as a couple through the trials and tribulations of life is no easy feat, and many relationships aren't able to weather the storm. Host Amelia Phillips and clinical relationship counsellor Laura Press discuss the key strategies to stay strong as a couple through challenging times. They delve into the traps (or ruts) we fall into as couples, and answer questions on how to rebuild trust after it has been broken, who should come first, our partner or the kids? And can a sexless relationship last? About the guest: Laura Press is a clinical relationship counsellor holds a triple deg ..read more

In this brand new segment, host Amelia Philips and her guests arm us with short, simple and actionable strategies to move us closer to health and happiness. Today she and naturopath Lauren Jane discuss what we can learn about our digestive health from our poo. How many times per day should we be releasing our bowels? What are the signs of an irritated bowel, what does a floating poo mean, and so much more!  Bristol Stool Chart: Healthy stool is types 3 or 4. https://oakclinic.ca/articles/bristol-stool-chart  About the guest: Lauren Jane is clinical Naturopath, herbalist and nutrition ..read more

Gut health is often something we don’t think about, until we really need it! Host Amelia Phillips and Naturopath Lauren Jane discuss why everything can be tracking fine then bang, we wake up and it seems so many things now irritate our tummies. They discuss the key signs to of gut dysbiosis (imbalance of gut bugs), the importance of digestive enzymes, key foods to include to boost our gut health. They talk through supplements that may help and what testing can be useful.   Show Notes: Probiotics: Orthoplex Multiflora : https://www.vital.ly/buy/Orthoplex-Green/Multiflora/p=1860/ Suppo ..read more

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions from:  Amanda: I’ve started on a healthy eating plan, cleared out all the junk food and improved my diet considerably. However instead of feeling better I feel worse! I have been getting terrible bloating, constipation and sometimes tummy pains. What is going on? I really want to improve my diet but something is not working. Catherine: I am so confused about night shades, there is so much talk that they increase our inflammation so I have been avoiding them, but it’s hard ..read more

Are you ready to find that sparkle, motivation and joy again, but you're feeling too exhausted to even begin? Host Amelia Phillips speaks with Domonique Bertolucci, best-selling author of The Happiness Code and seven other books about happiness on how to find your motivation using the intention method. They discuss purposeful clarity, a new version of goal setting that doesn't set you up for failure, and value techniques to find your true north.  How to determine your values Domonique has kindly shared a chapter in her book 'Your Best Life' on determining your values. Go through the exerc ..read more

In this brand new segment, host Amelia Philips and her guests arm us with short, simple and actionable strategies to move us closer to health and happiness. Today she and author Lizzie Williamson help us be healthier at work, discussing whether stand up desks are the remedy for too much sitting. The World Health Organisation has identified the workplace as a high-risk site for excessive sitting time in many western countries, including Australia. Could stand up desks be the answer? It's never as simple as yes or no... About the guest: Lizzie Williamson is a leading expert in workplace wel ..read more

If you are spending too much time sitting at work, losing energy and motivation then this episode is for you! Whether you are a work from homer, or in the office, part time or full time, if health is a priority for you, then learning how to create a workplace that is also a health space is super important. When we think about the amount of time we spend working, just imagine if that time was actually health promoting not harming our health (like hours of sitting can do). Host Amelia Phillips and workplace wellbeing expert Lizzie Williamson discuss the strategies to help turn our workplace into ..read more

In this monthly Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. This episode covers questions from:  Eden B: Just wanted to say I love your podcast! How do you ensure you have healthy meals for your family with such a busy schedule? Eden B. Which meal delivery service would you recommend from a nutrition point of view? Lydia L: How does our body handle stress differently as we age, impact on coffee on stress and stress management.  Delina: Keeping motivated when juggling a household, being a student full time etc… Review of meal delivery services: https://www ..read more

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 month we go behind the scenes with Functional Medicine Practitioner Filipa Bellette and exercise physiologist Brendan Barry.  Book - Deep Nutrition https://www.booktopia.com.au/deep-nutrition-catherine-shanahan/book/9781250113849.html  Podcast: Unhindered https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/unhindered/id1350305424 Podcast: The Gemma Hanley Show https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-gemma-hanley-podcast/id16538882 ..read more