Navigating the nutritional needs for robust bones and muscles. This information is useful for any age, however it becomes more vital as we age, particular women to understand how to maintain healthy muscle and bone. This is what allows us to have strength, function and independence for as long as possible.

I discuss the synergy of vitamin D and vitamin K2, crucial for calcium absorption and averting unwanted calcium deposi...

Living with chronic health issues can be really frustrating and confusing. In this episode I discuss some of my own current challenges to explore the meaning in struggle and challenge in the hopes that we can all learn how to reduce how much time we can be stuck in the quagmire of "its not fair" and "I quit" in relation to life's challenges.

It is all about the resilience we muster to rise again, a...

Should you pay attention to the headlines about nutrition science?

In this episode I challenge popular misconceptions about nutrition and explain why you need to practice critical thinking about nutrition news and documentarys. How do you know when it is based on science or if the outcome has been decided first?

I also discuss the factors beyond diet that play a major role in overall health and longevity. Although...

As we grapple with the horror and heartache of recent violent attacks in Sydney (my hometown),  I share the words of Fred Rogers who once reminded us to seek out the helpers in times of disaster.

I also discuss practical measures to protect your mental well-being and that of our children, in an era where graphic images are but a scroll away—offering insight into how best to curate our digital environment for a healthier em...

In this episode I focus on one of the the secrets to achieving health goals; the power of daily habits.  By concentrating on what we can add to our lives, rather than what we want to eliminate, we set the stage for natural and sustainable change. Forget the fleeting allure of the quick fix; commit to the slow and deliberate march towards a healthier you.

I offer insights into the art of patience and persistence in the face...

Navigating Anxiety Management: a personal story and useful tip

It is one thing to have fear around something happening that is very unlikely, it is a whole other thing to have fear around something happening again. You can't console yourself with "that can't happen" when you have already experienced that it can, and does happen! I live with the results of brain damage, I don't want more!

You can't eat that! In this episode I discuss language around food and the power of agency and choice.

I explore the distinction between emotional reactions and conscious choices when it comes to nutrition, How do you honour the inner child, but not put her in the driver's seat?

Striking a balance that honors our body's needs and our soul's cravings. It is all about taking ownership of our food...

Are we coddling our youth into a state of emotional fragility?

This is my question in today's episode; I explore the effects of 'safetyism' and the well intentioned but potentially harmful trend of creating 'safe spaces' and focusing too heavily on feelings.  I scrutinise the rise of unearned praise and its link to narcissism, and explain how competition is an essential ingredient for instilling re...

Are we fully grasping the cultural currents shaping our youth's physical and mental health? 

Young people have never been so anxious and depressed, in this episode I begin to delve into the many factors that I believe are contributing to these issues. I don't know it all and I don't have all the answers, however I believe it is important we start talking about these issues; even if that means discussing hot ...

Struggling with addiction?

My latest conversation with Margaret Muscat from Hilltop Hypnotherapy is an enlightening exploration of the transformative power of strategic psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. Margaret's own battles with anxiety and depression lend a deeply personal touch to her work, as she guides individuals through the complexities of addiction recovery and the search for healing.

We discuss the co...

A recent systematic review published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine came to the conclusion that physical activity should be a mainstay approach in the management of depression, anxiety and psychological distress. In this episode I discuss this and other aspects of self-care can impact on our mental health.

It is important to understand that good mental health is not the absence of negative feelings. I disc...

What is Health-ism?

I've noticed this word being used more regularly, here is my take on it....

In this culture there are unhealthy obsessions with health and unhealthy acceptance or maybe even affirmation and encouragement of poor health; in my opinion, both are a problematic.

In this episode, I explore health-ism, is it good or bad? I look for a sense of balance; challenge the polarising views that...

In this episode I zoom in on the unsung heroes of our diet – vitamins and minerals. From the mighty zinc that supports your immune system and heals wounds to the magnesium that helps with muscle cramps, sleep and stress. Learn about the foods that are rich in these nutrients and understand why absorbing them is just as critical as eating them.

You will learn about common nutrient deficiencies, what signs and symptoms to lo...

In this episode I discuss the truth about self-discipline and freedom, what does it really mean and how can you harness it to support your life and health goals? In my opinion, the wrong interpretation of these words leads to us sabotaging our goals.

I discuss how the sacrifices we make today are investments in our future freedom.  Delving into how resisting immediate desires - like the all-too-common urge to raid the frid...

Are you quick to blame certain foods for your digestive woes? What if I told you, it’s not always the food that’s the culprit?

I have always taught my clients to listen to their body and see which foods sit well and which foods don't. It is not as simple however, as blaming the food for the symptom. It is important to look beyond that, and rule out other reasons for the symptoms you get when you eat that food.

Picture this - you're fit as a fiddle, at the peak of your health, and then you experience a stroke at the age of 35. This isn't a hypothetical scenario, but the life-altering reality of my guest on today's episode, Simone Gisondi. Simone's stroke, coupled with a failing marriage, pushed her to her limits. 

Simone takes us through her journey (wait til you hear the motorbike story, I nearly fell off my ...

The Body Positivity Movement; which was promising early on, now has some toxic elements to it. In this episode I explore the good, bad and ugly of this movement and what is truly means to be body positive.

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In today's episode, I'm in conversation with Iris Angellys, author of the book Your Body Is the Portal to Your Soul".  We discuss the importance of treating our bodies with respect an even reverence, as if they are deserving of care (because they are)!

We discuss the concept of aging gracefully and confidently and societal beauty standards. Iris and I explore the shifting beauty perception as we grow older, ...

Ready to transform your New Year's resolutions into a successful reality?

In this episode I explain common things that get in the way of achieving health goals and a different approach to support your success. 

Wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year!

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