Wellness Women Radio: Recent Episodes
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Wellness Women Radio is brought to you by women’s health experts Dr Ashleigh Bond, the pregnancy and birthing guru, and the queen of hormone imbalances – the period whisperer herself, Dr Andrea Huddleston. The Wellness Women are raising the bar for women’s health by bringing you the most up to date information on all things health, hormones & fertility. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @thewellnesswomenofficial, @drandrea.xo & @drashleighbond
We need to talk about alcohol. We all know it’s not good for us but when does the daily glass of wine to ‘switch off’ or the cocktails on the weekend with your girlfriends start taking more than it’s worth? On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re joined by the incredible Sarah Rusbatch, author of ‘Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-Free’.
We’ll uncover why alcohol poses more significant problems for women than men especially as we age, the health complications that can arise, and what exactly constitutes the ‘grey area’ of drinking. This is an episode for ALL women not to be missed!
Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and host of a community of over 20,000 women. She has been featured in publications such as ABC News, MamaMia, Body & Soul, Women’s Health, The Sunday Times and is a regular media commentator on Channel 9. Sarah has now supported thousands to change their relationship with alcohol and speaks to global audiences on the impact of alcohol on mental health, why alcohol use disorder in women has increased over 80% in the last 30 years and why you don’t have to be an alcoholic to decide to change your relationship with alcohol. Sarah is a highly sought after guest who audiences with an interest in health, wellbeing, menopause and self improvement love listening to.
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Dr Josh Axe is a renowned doctor and leadership expert, entrepreneur and the best selling author of Eat Dirt, Keto Diet, and Ancient Remedies. He has also recently recovered from a serious spinal infection where he was told he’d never walk again! This is an episode not to be missed! In this special, extended episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Axe dives into his recent health crisis and all the steps he took to heal his body, including the essential mindshifts required to breakthrough your limiting beliefs!
Check out Dr Axe’s website: draxe.com and his new Book: ‘Think THIS, not that: 12 mind shifts to breakthrough limiting beliefs and become who you were born to be’.
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Have you ever had brain fog? Of course you have! Do you know what this really means though? Do you know what your body is trying to tell you? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we dive into all the warning signs our bodies give us that we shouldn’t ignore with the brilliant Dr Efrat LaMandre (or Dr E). Dr Efrat is a leader in functional medicine, the best selling author of ‘It’s Not In Your Head’, developer of the Knew Method, and is an expert at helping patients optimise their health and reducing their medication dependency!
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We need to talk about PMDD! Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is like PMS on steroids, it is a constellation of mood, behaviour, and very severe physical symptoms that occurs in a strong cyclical pattern after ovulation. PMDD involves changes to hormone patterns, neurotransmitters as well as the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis which then creates the hell that women can experience for half of their menstrual cycle. We’ve seen a really dramatic increase in the number of women being diagnosed with PMDD lately and we want to arm you with all the information and some practical steps to address this! Tune in now to hear Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh unpack everything there is to know about PMDD and don’t forget to share this with your friends who might be suffering!
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Are you struggling to conceive? Dive into this compelling episode where Dr Andrea sits down with fertility expert Aimee Raups. Together, they explored the misunderstood realm of fertility, from where we are going wrong when trying to conceive, the current state of fertility that we are in, to the role of nutrition and eating for egg quality, and so much more! Tune into this episode of Wellness Women Radio to unpack all of the ways to support your fertility journey.
Aimee is a celebrity acupuncturist in NYC, a former research scientist, a fertility expert, a mom and author of four books that have helped thousands of women heal from autoimmunity and improve their fertility. Her recent book: The Egg Quality Diet explores the role that the science of epigenetics plays on our fertility and gives practical, evidence-based guidance on how we can best support our genetics through the food we eat to heal our bodies and improve our fertility.
Learn more about Aimee here: https://aimeeraupp.com
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Her new book The Egg Quality Diet: https://aimeeraupp.com/egg-quality-diet-book-page/
Her Functional Fertility Coaching Program: https://aimeeraupp.com/functional-fertility-coaching/
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If you haven’t seen an influencer touting the benefits of saunas or ice baths recently then you must be living under a rock! As we predicted, the sauna and ice bath trend is well underway and for good reason! There are certainly extensive benefits of both these practices but let’s actually dive into the research and see how this impacts women and what the pros and cons are. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh also unpack the differences between infrared saunas vs traditional saunas and reveal which is best for you, as well as the best time to ice bath with your cycle and much, much more!
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For this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh are diving into a really common phenomenon that seems to be happening more and more for women, and that is them developing postpartum thyroiditis. This is quite a problematic autoimmune condition, that is easily preventable and there are lots of holistic solutions for rebalancing the thyroid in the postpartum period.
In this episode Dr Andrea & Dr Ash breakdown all of the signs and symptoms to look for, any warning signs that you can pickup on well before you are pregnant or during the early stages of pregnancy, and anything that you can do to help balance your thyroid function. Tune in to this episode now!
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Welcome to 2024, Dr Ash & Dr Andrea are back on the mic and are so excited for the year ahead!
This episode is welcoming you to the New Year, they are unpacking their best predictions for health medicine for this year. Tune in to hear what the latest topics will be, and the latest in bio hacking for the year!
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Strangely we haven’t really talked much about pain on Wellness Women Radio! Even though it’s so relevant for all women who may experience period pain, endometriosis, adenomyosis, fibromyalgia, chronic pelvic pain or even migraines, just to name a few! On this episode Dr Andrea is joined by the brilliant Katherine Maslen to take a deep dive into pain, pain syndromes, inflammation, pain receptivity and the role that diet, gut health and stress play in this! Katherine also walks us through the best functional medicine approaches to managing pain including how to manage an anti-inflammatory diet and the role of nutritional medicine!
Katherine Maslen is a clinical naturopath, nutritionist, author, speaker, host of The Shift Podcast and the creator of The Shift Clinics. She is the author of the best-selling book Get Well Stay Well and is a regular voice in the media. Katherine is the host of the podcast The Shift, an audio-documentary series with a cult following and the founder and CEO of The Shift.
The Shift is a leader in the natural health industry, offering the world’s first natural health memberships. As well as overcoming her own personal adversity, Katherine has helped over 5000 patients and speaks internationally on health and wellness.
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This is an episode not to be missed! Have you ever met someone and instantly clicked like you’ve known them your entire life, or have you also been turned off by someone immediately and you’re not sure why? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ali Walker, human connection scientist, takes us on a deep dive into our connection types and why some people seems to naturally click with us whereas others drive us crazy! We also explore the importance of connection in regards to women’s health and why women need close girlfriends! But also why it seems to be harder and harder to make meaningful friendships as we age. This is such a fascinating and enlightening episode, tune in now!
Dr Ali Walker is a human connection & culture scientist, mediator & bestselling author with a PhD in group dynamics from the Australian National University. Ali is Adjunct Faculty at the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at the University of NSW Sydney. Ali has worked with a range of government, corporate and not for profit organisations including NSW and QLD Health, Google Australia and Westpac. Ali is also a regular contributor to Australian media on issues relating to wellbeing.
Find out more about Ali here: https://awalker.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draliwalker
And her book Click or Clash? https://www.penguin.com.au/books/click-or-clash-9781761047039
VIVA Health & Wellness Festival in Sydney and Melbourne in March 2024, people can get tickets here: https://vivafestival.com.au/
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Up to 21% of women are being diagnosed with PCOS and it is a notoriously difficult condition to treat but PCOS is not just one homogenous condition! It has four distinct phenotypes that have different causes and can guide more specific treatment. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into each different type of PCOS and the best solutions to support each type. Share this with your girlfriends who have PCOS!
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When our relationships are not working it can feel as though our entire lives are not working! Joining us on Wellness Women Radio this week is Relationship Psychotherapist – Lissy Abrahams. Lissy is a vibrant, incredible woman who helps us to answer some of our burning relationship questions like “why do we fight most with the ones we love best”? Join us for this fascinating insight into the world of relationships! We’re sure you’ll have as many aha moments as Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh as we unpack why couples fight, attachment styles, childhood exposures and programming and how that shows up for us in our adult relationships as well as much more!
Lissy is a Sydney-based couples therapist, practising at the Heath Group Practice and is the author of non-fiction book “Relationship Reset” and recently launched online course Fight Less Love More. You can find Lissy at www.lissyabrahams.com and @lissy.abrahams.
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Vegetable oils, industrial seed oils and trans fats are quickly becoming demonised in the health industry because of the link between inflammation, hormonal disruption, and other health consequences! However, what does this mean? What foods are safe and which are the ones you should avoid? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh weed through the science and research around these oils and fats and dive into how each of them are processed and extracted to help you make informed decisions around the best oils for you! Tune in now!
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Do you often question your own expertise, capabilities and knowledge? Do you often think: Why me? What am I doing here? I don’t belong here? I’m not good enough for this? There’s a chance you may be suffering from Imposter Syndrome! The unfounded feelings of self-doubt and incompetence that persist despite your education, expertise, experience… Continue reading WWR 243: Imposter Sydrome
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This is Dr Andrea’s second favourite thing in the world (after dogs of course) and that is COFFEE! It’s our all-time favourite drug of choice and has so many numerous health benefits BUT there are times when caffeine should be a no go and there are strict rules around when and how much will benefit… Continue reading WWR 242: Do’s and don’ts with Coffee
Have you wondered what the signs are of men aging? Do they go through a similar transition to menopause? The answer is absolutely, yes. Let us introduce you to Andropause, a distinct but more subtle phase for men that typically starts around 40 years old with a slow and gradual decline in testosterone. These changes… Continue reading WWR 241: Andropause
We’re sure you’ve all heard the term dopamine lately? It’s the neurotransmitter made by the body that’s often associated with pleasure and reward. ‘Hacking’ dopamine is now the newest trend in the longevity and health worlds and for good reason. Dopamine is so much more than just a feel good neurotransmitter, it plays a crucial role in our motivation, focus, learning and overall well-being and has strong implications with addiction and mood. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio, tune in and nerd out with Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh as they unpack scientifically proven techniques and strategies to optimise our dopamine levels as well as discussing the pitfalls and dangers of seeking constant dopamine stimulation.
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Putting on weight as we age is not inevitable! The ‘middle age spread’ that we all assume will happen when our hormones change can be prevented - what good news! The body is so intelligent and works hard to ensure there is always homeostasis, including hormone balance. Tune into this episode of wellness women radio to hear Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh share their top tips and most evidence based strategies for staying fit, happy and healthy through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. Share this with all your girlfriends!
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Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh are joined by Naomi Strout from the University of NSW to talk about her current research project! Naomi is the Project Manager for UNSW Microbiome Research Centre’s MothersBabies Study, a world-first pre-pregnancy study looking to uncover how a person’s microbiome changes from pre-pregnancy, throughout pregnancy, up until the baby’s first birthday, so that mums and bubs the world over may have the healthiest start to life. Naomi has extensive experience working with children from birth to 18 years of age, across both the public and private sectors allowing her to fully develop a holistic approach to family-centred healthcare.
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Did you know that period pain is not normal?
This episode of Wellness Women Radio delves into all things period pain! Tune in to hear Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh’s top tips on managing uncomplicated period pain.
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh dive into all things breast related including how to perform breast checks with implants, the risks of breast cancer with implants and how to ensure healthy breasts for life.
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Do you have excessively heavy periods or menorrhagia? How heavy is too heavy and what causes this type of excessive bleeding? What are the health risks of this type of period and what can you do about it? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we answer all these questions!
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Have you heard of semaglutide or Ozempic? Have you seen that this is the latest celebrity weight loss miracle? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into the actions of this drug, it’s risks and benefits as well as other safer alternatives.
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We’re well into a new year and we are seeing more and more women who are overwhelmed, over-committed, fatigued and far too stressed! Is this a result of our busy lifestyles or do these women have ADHD or attentive disorders? Are there any other options to help with attention, focus and overwhelm?
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Ovulation is the most important physiological event in the menstrual cycle! It’s the crescendo of all the hard work and communication between the hypothalamus-pituitary-ovarian axis and is an essential indicator of a healthy period. Interpreting the signs and symptoms of ovulation can help a woman to accurately track her cycle for contraceptive purposes or to optimise her chances of conception! Tune in to learn the signals your body is giving you to tell you that you’re ovulating and other easy ways you can track these changes!
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Have you seen all the hype in the media about the male birth control ‘pill’? If you’re considering this for your partner do you want to know why this has taken so long to get to human trial testing stages and most importantly - is it safe? On this episode of wellness women radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea unpack all the details around male contraceptives, including all the pros and cons. This episode also dives into some really important research around the safety of vasectomies and is a must hear for all men (and the people that love them!)
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Most women tend to take really good care of themselves and their nutrition during pregnancy and in the lead up to birth but what about before conception? Having a preconception plan is crucial for your hormonal health, fertility potential and has a huge impact on the health of the baby you’re planning. On this episode Listen In
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This episode is for all women who have given birth or are planning to! To all our Mamma’s and future mamma’s, on this episode of Wellness Women Radio we are joined by the incredible Dr Rachel Reed – author of “Reclaiming Childbirth as a Rite of Passage”. Dr Rachel Reed is prolific in the birth Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into nutrition for newborns and babies and how essential the healthy bub microbiome is! Kasey takes a deep dive into the development of the microbiota and the early life influences of gut health for babies as well as how to choose the best foods to introduce Listen In
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We’ve all heard of post natal depression and how common it is but what about the changes one or two years later? Postnatal depletion is a combination of deep, prolonged fatigue, emotional strain, hyper vigilance, nutritional deficiencies, overwhelm and sacrificing your own physical health that can also worsen any underlying medical conditions, and exacerbates poor Listen In
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Why is it so important to pay attention to your diet if you have thyroid issues? Why do we always go on and on about gluten and thyroid function? In this episode Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh unpack the science behind how gluten sensitivity exacerbates autoimmune thyroid conditions and everything you need to know heal Listen In
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Why are some people living much longer and healthier lives? We always want the elixir of youth and vitality and is it possible that some people around the world have found this? The blue zones around the world include Okinawa (Japan), Sardinia (Italy), Nicoya (Costa Rica), Icaria (Greece) and Loma Linda (California, USA). These regions Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh go over some absolute fundamentals about your contraceptive choices that all women need to know! – this is all of the essentials that should absolutely form part of school education! Tune in to learn more about the pros & cons of taking oral Listen In
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In an absolute coincidence Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh both had COVID, at the same time! These are the exact things that Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh did to prevent long COVID and to ensure they had a very speedy recovery. Tune in to this latest episode of Wellness Women Radio to hear all about Listen In
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Dr Stacy Sims is an international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who is revolutionising nutrition and performance for women. You may have seen her on her famous “Women Are Not Small Men” TEDx talk as she challenges the existing dogma for women in exercise, nutrition, and health. Dr Stacy has just released her second book ‘Next Level, Listen In
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Hot flushes, or hot flashes, are one of the most debilitating symptoms that impact women during hormonal transitions but these don’t just occur in menopause. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh dive into the mechanisms that cause hot flushes, the risk factors that will dramatically increase them and all Listen In
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Supplementation of certain nutrients can be essential if we can’t get them from our foods anymore but should calcium be part of that? As women age, as our hormones change, our bone mineral density naturally declines and we’re at more risk of osteoporosis but does this mean we need to take additional calcium? Are there Listen In
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Weight loss is different for women! Do you know which hormones impact your metabolic set point and your ability to lose or gain weight? Tune into this episode to find out which hormones have the greatest impact on your metabolism, hunger, cravings and what you can do to balance them! Spoiler alert it’s all fixable! Listen In
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Have you started losing weight, you’ve been going along really well, you’re focused and making progress and then all of sudden you plateau and the weight starts to climb again? The same tools that helped before are no longer affective and you wonder if you’ve just ruined your metabolism? You’re not alone! So many women Listen In
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Have you heard of the period flu or menstrual flu? Did you know that lots of health conditions are exacerbated by the menstrual cycle? Menstrual flu can be described as complex interactions between the immune & endocrine systems, that triggers an onset/exacerbation of common medical conditions and common changes in the immune system. These changes Listen In
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BMI – this is a great example of things we’re taught that are health indicators or good for us that are actually BS! It is a great tool for population based studies and understanding epidemiology, but it’s not useful for individual based assessments and ‘fat shaming’ patients! BMI was never intended to be used as Listen In
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Happy 2022! Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh are slowly getting into the year, tune in to hear what they’re doing. Join Dr Andrea in a 100 Day Gong – Creating habits and having accountability, intentionally committing to certain habits for 100 days, if you miss a day then you start again from day 1. What Listen In
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This is the most incredible story of how the beautiful baby Ella Skye entered the world! Wellness Women Tribe we have a very special podcast for you that you don’t want to miss. Dr Ashleigh shares her top tips for preparing for birth but also walks us through the birth of her daughter, which is Listen In
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Alexx Stuart, best-selling author of Low Tox Life, has just launched her latest book Low Tox Food! This is a brilliant guide about how to shop, cook, swap, save and eat for a happy planet! Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh explore the low tox revolution that Alexx has created and how you can easily do Listen In
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Bloating is one of the most common symptoms our patients complain about but getting to the root cause of this can be incredibly complicated! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we dive into all the possible causes of bloating and how you can decipher your symptoms for yourself! Don’t forget to follow us on Listen In
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Chris is a Swedish-born engineer who migrated to Australia in 2009. Along with his wife they felt there was a shortage of consciously sourced food easily accessible to Perth households. The meal-kit industry originated in Sweden and in 2011 Dinner Twist was the first and only online meal-kit provider. With a purpose to offer Australians Listen In
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This is another ‘public service announcement’ podcast from The Wellness Women! If you’ve ever struggled with your skin you may have been prescribed Roaccutane! This drug is brilliant for assisting with clearing acne but can have devastating side effects including thyroid disruption, cardiovascular and cholesterol issues and even severe psychological problems. Share this with anyone Listen In
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: What not to put in your vagina! You do not need to use douches, chemical sprays, perfumes or cleanses/cleansing wipes on your vagina, nor should you. EVER There seems to be an increased uptake in women utilising artificial cleanses/wipes/sprays etc. and we’re here to tell you to STOP! Dr Andrea and Dr Listen In
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Endometriosis affects at least 1 in 9 women in Australia, with up to 80% of these women also experiencing adenomyosis. So how can you tell the difference? Is it Adenomyosis or Endometriosis? In this episode Dr Andrea & Dr Ash unpack all things adenomyosis and endometriosis including the difference in the symptoms and presentation. Tune Listen In
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Sex is a really important part of our life. 2/3 of women are experiencing some degree of sexual difficulty, up to 50% of women express a lack of interest in sex and up to 21% of women are unable to climax. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh discuss all Listen In
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On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we answer all the questions you’ve ever had about medicinal cannabis with Dr Ben Jansen from CDA Clinics! We cover the history of cannabis and the taboo or stigma still surrounding it, it’s medicinal uses particularly for women’s health and even in the context of things like Listen In
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Did you know that testosterone is essential for sexual health & fertility in women? Often over looked and deemed unimportant, testosterone is an essential hormone for women’s health, wellbeing and fertility! Healthy levels of testosterone help to maintain energy levels, lean muscle mass, libido & orgasmic capacity and so much more! Tune in to hear Listen In
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Is sunshine the best medicine for women? Did you know that vitamin D is not only an essential nutrient but also a hormone? It is also critical for women’s health as it influences fertility, reproduction and thyroid function, increases insulin sensitivity, supports the immune system, controls hormonal secretions, aids with magnesium absorption and also impacts Listen In
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What is the link between chronic inflammation and insulin resistance and vice versa? Hot onto your hats for this one! Did you know that inflammatory mediators promote the progression of insulin resistance and inflammation may be one of the biggest drivers of metabolic syndrome and obesity BUT glucose and other dietary triggers are pro-inflammatory: what Listen In
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Women with PCOS can still get pregnant! Yes, you heard correctly! All too often our patients with PCOS are told that they won’t ever be able to conceive without the intervention of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and pharmaceutical drugs however on this episode we want to debunk those myths. Join Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea Listen In
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On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh Bond and Dr Andrea Huddleston answer all your questions that you submitted in celebration of their 200th episode! Don’t forget to follow us on social media: www.facebook.com/thewellnesswomen @thewellnesswomenofficial www.facebook.com/theperiodwhisperer @drandrea.xo www.facebook.com/drashleighbond @drashleighbond Wellness Women Radio is proudly sponsored by Dinner Twist, to get $35 off Listen In
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WOOHOO! This is episode 200 of Wellness Women Radio and we’re celebrating! Tune in for a HUGE (and very exciting announcement) plus all your questions answered! Don’t forget to follow us on social media: www.facebook.com/thewellnesswomen @thewellnesswomenofficial www.facebook.com/theperiodwhisperer @drandrea.xo www.facebook.com/drashleighbond @drashleighbond Wellness Women Radio is proudly sponsored by Dinner Twist, to get $35 off your first Listen In
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30% of couples who have been struggling to fall pregnant are given a diagnosis called ‘unexplained infertility’. This can be an incredibly confusing and frustrating diagnosis as it suggests there is no known cause of why they can’t conceive however this does not mean that the cause doesn’t exist! In this episode of Wellness Women Listen In
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Have you ever wondered what the best type of exercise is to do when you have your period? Do you prefer to push yourself or rest completely? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into the best types of movement and exercise for each phase of your cycle, when to rest and when Listen In
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Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in our body and it forms connective tissue, skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments but collagen is also responsible for our skin elasticity! Our bodies make collagen naturally but it decreases as we age which is why everyone is talking about, taking or applying collagen to their skin Listen In
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Have you ever wondered what causes female pattern hair loss, dry and brittle hair or even grey hair? Then this is the episode for you! Let us introduce you to The Hair Physio, Jane Davis. Jane is a clinical, certified trichologist, and is our resident scalp and hair expert who takes a completely holistic approach Listen In
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Do hormone imbalances really exist? Seems like a ridiculous question doesn’t it? Recently, social media went into a frenzy about the idea, and claims made by some medical professionals, that hormone imbalances don’t actually exist, it is not a real thing! So this episode is dedicated to debunking this idea! Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea Listen In
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30% of non-pregnant women are anaemic worldwide and there’s a huge growing trend of chronic iron deficiency requiring repeated iron infusions! How much do we know about the safety of these iron infusions and is there a better way to improve iron absorption from foods? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Listen In
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This episode is for our teens and their parents! Welcome to puberty, the time when hormonal mayhem drives teenagers (and their parents) crazy! But it doesn’t have to be completely tortuous and ridden with irregular periods, huge mood swings, acne, headaches and everything other horrible symptom we think of when we think of puberty! On Listen In
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Did you know your skin has its own unique microbiome that changes as we age but also with hormone changes too? This microbiome extends all the way into the deepest layers of the skin so that it can communicate with our immune system and aids with decreasing inflammation, protects us against infection and against the Listen In
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Perimenopause is such a confusing time for women because you’re still cycling, still having your periods (which are often horrific) but you’re having the typical symptoms we associate with menopause! Perimenopause typically starts around age 45 and can last anywhere from 6-13 years and it’s such a dramatic hormonal transition that can often leave women Listen In
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We’re welcoming you to 2021 with an interview with one of the greatest minds in health and wellness, Dr Josh Axe! And what an epic interview this is! Dr Josh Axe is the founder of Ancient Nutrition, DrAxe.com (one of the top natural health websites in the world today), is a certified doctor of natural Listen In
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The final episode of 2020 for The Wellness Women! This was one of the toughest years we’ve ever had, both collectively and also for Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio they unpack the ‘year that was’ with the heartache, changes, lessons and insights as well as how they’ve mustered Listen In
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Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night needing to eat? What about waking up after sleep walking to the fridge? Night Eating Syndrome is classified as an eating disorder characterised by suppressed morning appetite but increased in the evening, consuming more than 25% of your calories after your evening meal and Listen In
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Dr Brett Hill is a wellness expert, host of some of Australia’s top rated health podcasts, functional nutrition coach, chiropractor, public speaker, and author of numerous books including; How to Eat an Elephant, The Barefoot Athlete and Nourish Without Nagging. He regularly appears on TV and radio and his media appearances, seminars, coaching and consulting have inspired thousands Listen In
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Have you ever wondered how your body processes, metabolises and detoxifies your hormones? Safe processing and clearance of your oestrogen hormones from your body is essential for health and hormone balance but is also protective against oestrogen driven conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis and even breast cancer. Tune in now to understand the ins and Listen In
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Dairy milk alternatives are growing in popularity and we get asked every single day ‘which milk is best’? On this episode of wellness women radio we compare the most popular plant based milks including: almond, rice, soy, hemp, macadamia, oat… and the list goes on! Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on social Listen In
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Have you heard of the Gut and Psychology Syndrome diet or GAPS diet? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we interview Neurologist and nutrition expert Dr Natasha Campbell-Mcbride. Dr Natasha is the best-selling author and creator of the Gut And Psychology Syndrome, Natural Treatment Of Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Depression And Schizophrenia where she explores the Listen In
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What does your thyroid have to do with your fertility potential? Why do we thoroughly test thyroid function when wanting to conceive? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, The Wellness Women are talking all things thyroid health and why this is so important for hormonal balance, conception and pregnancy. Tune in now to learn Listen In
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Women can be vicious. Throughout history we haven’t been taught to value women, to value the voice of other women and when women rise or lead they really are putting themselves on the chopping block to be attacked by OTHER WOMEN! On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea shares some recent experiences Listen In
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Hair loss in women is rarely spoken about and seems somewhat taboo however it’s incredibly common and can be caused by a whole host of different conditions. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into the most common causes of hair loss including metabolic reasons, hormonal imbalances and even Listen In
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Over the past few years there has been a rise of spiritual gurus with a dark side. When someone uses spiritual concepts to manipulate others into questioning their own sanity, truths and reality, we call this spiritual gaslighting! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we dig into the dark side of spirituality and how Listen In
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We all spend so much time and energy preparing for a pregnancy and preparing for the birth but no one tells us about the hormonal havoc that comes after birth! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into the reality of postnatal hormones and what you can expect after Listen In
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What makes a period normal? How much blood loss is normal and for how long? Is there such thing as too little or short bleeds? Are clots, spotting or brown blood also normal? For a deep dive into what makes for a healthy bleed tune into this episode of Wellness Women Radio as Dr Andrea Listen In
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Long cycles or absent periods can be very tricky things to treat! There can be lots of different reasons women will have long cycles including PCOS, metabolic causes, excessive exercise and even certain types of medications (just to name a few!). In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh dive into Listen In
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Do you have a short cycle? Have you been told you have a luteal phase deficiency? This episode of Wellness Women Radio is a ‘how-to guide’ of how to fix your short cycle without the pill or hormonal contraceptives! Short cycles, less than 26 days (in our opinion) can be due hormonal imbalances, abnormal uterine Listen In
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Obesogens or obesogenic compounds are chemicals that make us fat! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into the foods, chemicals and personal care products that should be banned from your household! All of these endocrine disrupting chemicals can completely change our metabolism, alters our fat storage programming, interferes Listen In
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Artificial sweetener and its safety is incredibly controversial in the health world. Some experts claim they are all completely safe and a better alternative to sugar because they have no caloric content but others think of them as dangerous to your health! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh analyse Listen In
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A woman’s intuition is her own internal navigation system, and also her superpower! In this episode of Wellness Women Radio the ladies take a deep dive into what it means to trust your intuition, how to recognise this skill and nurture it. Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea also look at the neuroscience of intuition and Listen In
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We spend so much time coaching women through what to eat, and what not to eat, when they’re pregnant but what about when you’re trying to conceive? Should couples eat differently to optimise their fertility? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea look at the ideal foods to assist with Listen In
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How are you going kicking your brain into gear in isolation? Is anyone else feeling a bit sluggish, unproductive and slow? We hear you! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we want to talk you through some brain hacks! Some ways to hack your environment to make working from home a breeze and help Listen In
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COVID-19 has completely changed the world in such a short period of time and it has affected us all in different ways. Part of the flow on affect of this time is the cancellation of all fertility treatments, including IVF/ICSI. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea explore the impact Listen In
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Don’t you think we are due for a big dose of good news? Yes! We think so too. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into all the health benefits of chocolate. Did you know that chocolate is one of the richest sources of iron? It also contains magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium, flavonoids, Listen In
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Social isolating or social distancing should not equal emotional distancing! In fact, there is strong evidence linking perceived social isolation and adverse health consequences including lowered immunity! So in this time when the world has changed so dramatically and social distancing is necessary The Wellness Women give you lots of strategies to feel connected with Listen In
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Ladies, this is a survival podcast episode! This is a very stressful time in our history and we all have different coping mechanisms. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh are giving you all the signs and symptoms of stress that you may be ignoring (or not realising it’s stress Listen In
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WE’RE BACK! After the longest hiatus we’ve had from recording we’re back behind the mic and we missed you all terribly. Unfortunately we’ve come back to an almost different, apocalyptic type world with the news that Coronavirus COVID-19 has been classified as a pandemic by the, World Health Organisation, and the fear and panic around Listen In
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Okay ladies, have you ever suffered from headaches or migraines? Do you know if they’re cyclical in nature or have you noticed that they seem to be worse around your period? Your headaches may be from hormonal changes! These headaches/migraines are different to regular ones because they’re usually much more intense, last longer and are Listen In
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We are all exhausted (well, most of us anyway!). 2020 has only just begun but we haven’t taken the time to recharge over the holidays to have the energy and motivation to do the things we want! If you’re waking in the morning and dragging yourself out of bed straight to the coffee machine, or Listen In
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90% of women experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) at some point in their lives and the symptoms associated with it can range from slight irritation to teariness, weight gain, fluid retention, breast tenderness, sugar cravings…and the list goes on! Recent research has shown an association between vitamin D deficiency and PMS symptoms! In this episode of Listen In
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Australia is experiencing the worst bushfires in history and it is currently the worst environmental crisis in the world! It is devastating to watch and almost completely impossible to comprehend the trauma that those experiencing these fires first hand must be going through. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea Listen In
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When you think of the holidays, and the Christmas season, do you think of stress, over eating, excessive drinking, family drama and obligations? Well, never fear our faithful Wellness Women tribe because we have a complete guide for you to survive the holiday season without completely destroying all your hard work throughout the year. We Listen In
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Did you know that sperm counts have halved worldwide in the last 40 years! Is this fact terrifying or what? This male infertility crisis is caused by hormonal imbalances, exposure to environmental endocrine disrupters such as plastics, bisphenol A (BPA) etc as well as the rising rates of obesity. i.e diet, lifestyle and stressors! On Listen In
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Have you seen the new documentary The Game Changers? This film is creating a huge stir in health circles and the media. The documentary pushes a vegan lifestyle as the optimal human diet for health and performance. The Wellness Women absolutely agree with much of the film and support plant-based diets but it’s important to Listen In
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We know how important the gut microbiota is but did you know that the vagina also has its own microbial community? The makeup of these microbes maintains proper vaginal health which can have huge implications for STIs, infections, bacterial vaginosis and even fertility potential. Tune into this super fun and nerdy episode of Wellness Women Listen In
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Are you suffering from awful allergies and horrible hay fever? Do you always dread the onset of spring? Have you wondered why some people are affected so much more than others? If you’ve answered YES to any of these questions then it’s time to tune in to this weeks episode of Wellness Women Radio! Hay Listen In
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Have you ever wondered what it means if your poo floats? What about the colour of it? Does it matter? Your poo or stool colour and consistency is important and reveals a lot about your gastrointestinal health. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh decipher what every bowel movement means Listen In
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There has been a lot of interesting things happening in the world of women’s health lately that Dr Andrea and Dr Ashleigh want to update you on! This is an important episode to get you up to speed on some of the latest research that’s important for you. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Listen In
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What do the oldest living women in the world have in common? Are they vegan or paleo? Monks or marathon runners? In this special episode of Wellness Women Radio our great friend, Kale Brock, gives us an exclusive insight into what the centenarian women do to live well, without heavy pharmaceutical intervention or surgeries! Do Listen In
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The food industry is well versed at smoke and mirrors! There are over 100 different names for sugar that might be used on an ingredient list but it doesn’t stop there! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Cyndi O’Meara joins Dr Andrea to shine some light on the new tricks that are being used Listen In
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Why do women emotionally eat? Is it just will power or are our hormones involved? Why do we all have such a distorted relationship with food? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh answer these questions and dive into the causes and triggers around emotional eating as well as looking at Listen In
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The thyroid gland is a pretty complicated little part of our endocrine system and certainly works according to the ‘goldilocks’ principle, we don’t want an overactive or underachieve thyroid! We very commonly see a lot of patients with an underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism, but overactive thyroid function can wreck just as much havoc on the Listen In
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Did you know that taking oral contraceptives can deplete your body of key nutrients needed for optimal health? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea are diving into the nutritional downside of taking hormonal contraceptives and the impact this can have on your biochemistry! As always, they look at solutions Listen In
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Everyone seems to have a ‘thyroid problem’ at the moment? Have you noticed that? There is a HUGE gap between the Western vs functional medicine approach to understanding and testing thyroid function but with this divide comes so much confusion and the thyroid gland is now seen as the culprit for all things! In this Listen In
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Have you heard of the carivore diet? That’s right, a diet of meat and meat only! Seems pretty extreme and unbelievable right? Tune in to this episode of Wellness Women Radio and hear about the latest in dieting fads and why people may be turning to a meat only meal plan. Don’t forget to follow Listen In
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Self-love is your divine responsibility! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re so thrilled to introduce you to the INCREDIBLE KIM MORRISON! Kim Morrison is a 5 times best-selling author, creative director of Twenty8 Essentials, aromatherapist, health and lifestyle educator and a multi-tasking mum and wife. Kim is someone who shares her passion for Listen In
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Is everyone around you dropping like flies with colds and flus? Is this the worst flu season in history as the media seems to be portraying? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re going to walk you through our best immune boosting tips and your options for staying well this winter. Don’t forget to Listen In
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Have you heard of Metformin? It’s the drug that a lot of women with PCOS are being prescribed but it’s actually used to treat diabetes. Metformin has been used off label for years to treat insulin resistance and there are a lot of whisperings that it may be an anti-aging miracle drug! On this episode Listen In
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What if you could have the life that you truly desire? What if we told you that you absolutely have the power to make that happen and you are every single day? This is exactly what we’re debriefing with manifestation expert Jordanna Levin, author of Make it Happen, a practical guide to manifestation for a Listen In
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Ladies, let us introduce you to Dr Kat, the super clever powerhouse behind the School of Body Confidence and MyFiziq, author, speaker and kickass woman! She joins us on Wellness Women Radio to discuss the science behind real body confidence and the ways to make consistent, long-term change. Our favourite part of the episode is Listen In
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Have you noticed that kids these days are growing up too fast? Young girls look 5 years older than their chronological age and they may be menstruating well before they reach the teenage years! Precocious puberty, or reaching puberty too early, is becoming far too common and there are very clear lifestyle changes that lead Listen In
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Dr Ashleigh Bond is superwoman! She is an incredible Mother, wife, amazing practitioner and Wellness Woman but how does she do it all? What are her daily rituals that help her to be successful and how has this changed since becoming a mother? Tune in to find out! Don’t forget to follow us on social Listen In
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Dr Andrea is on the hunt for a new gym and movement regime for many more reasons than just aesthetics and cardiovascular health! Did you know that exercise makes you smarter, improves your memory, is protective against depression and even post-natal depression…just to name a few! Tune in to get motivated to move your butt Listen In
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Have you heard of vaginismus or vulvodynia? They are extremely painful and debilitating conditions that affects up to 17% of the female population and is the most common psychosexual dysfunction but no one seems to talk about it. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea shed some light on these Listen In
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Is it possible to be completed grain free and still thrive? Let us introduce you to the incredible Helen Marshall! She is the founder of the Primal Alternative, health coach, wellness advocate and all-round inspiring entrepreneur! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Helen shares her journey of chronic illness to recovery and how she Listen In
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What does it take to make a healthy home? It is so much more than what goes in or on our bodies, the environment that we live in must also be optimal! Chemical exposure, biotoxins, moulds, allergens and EMF can contribute to chronic disease and physical symptoms. Tune into this special interview with Deanne Hislop Listen In
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Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for us? What are our daily rituals? What are our non-negotiable practises that keep us focused. Or have you wondered what we eat on a regular basis? These are the most common questions we have from our audience! You asked for it, so here it is! A Listen In
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Women have breast implants for all sorts of reasons and we support each and every one of those! Recently, many women have been having their implants removed because they may be linked to making them sick. Breast implant illness is not yet a medically recognised condition but as we dove deeper into why implants could Listen In
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1 in 6 pregnancies results in miscarriage and as we age those statistics worsen but why is miscarriage so secretive? Women rarely talk about or receive information about miscarriages! On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh discuss the causes of recurrent miscarriages, how to decrease your risk but also Listen In
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Have you ever tried intermittent fasting? Does the ‘fasting’ part of the process terrify you? Don’t worry, it’s not as hard or painful as it sounds! Intermittent fasting is the umbrella term for so many different cycles of eating such as time restricted eating, alternate day fasting or the 5 and 2 diet, just to Listen In
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Have you noticed that you’re feeling a bit sluggish after the holiday season? Have you noticed your hormones are a bit different? We are seeing so many women who are undoing their hormonal balance because of their alcohol consumption over the holidays. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into the impact of Listen In
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This is going to be the best year yet! We don’t make new years resolutions that aren’t inspiring we plan for a year of success in all areas of our lives such as health, career, finance, personal development etc and we start with the end in mind! Tune in now to learn more about how Listen In
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Men and women do stress differently emotionally, physiologically and even hormonally! This time of the year is pretty stressful for everyone, the pressure to have the perfect holidays, the influx of family and the lack of self care makes for the perfect storm of stress and anxiety! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re Listen In
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) or Metrorrhagia is a big clinical conundrum and affects 25% of women but also accounts for half of all hysterectomies performed. This episode is nerdy (you’ve been warned) but necessary as so many women have mid-cycle spotting, heavy bleeding, long or irregular periods or constant bleeding! Tune in to find out Listen In
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Vitamin B12 is essential for your nervous system, energy production, red blood cells, DNA synthesis, reproductive health and pregnancy (just to name a few!). Low levels of B12 have been associated with every ageing disease including alzheimers, dementia, memory loss as well as infertility, mental illness and serious neurological disorders – but why are so Listen In
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This is one for the fellas! In celebration of Men’s health month we are exploring a really important part of the male reproductive tract, the prostate gland! The prostate has so many important roles to play in maintaining overall health including protecting and nourishing sperm, filtering toxins, regulating hormone production and synthesis – just to Listen In
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Diets don’t work. Yo-yo dieting is terrible for our metabolism, headspace, moods, hormones and our gut health! Let’s once and for all dispel the myths around fad diets and why they lead to inevitable weight regain! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea also introduce to the concept of intuitive Listen In
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There’s a new, very exciting and very nerdy field of study emerging called microbial-endocrinology which is just a bit fancy name describing the connection between gut health, the microbiota and hormonal balance. This has The Wellness Women pretty excited and launching into full nerd mode! Dr Andrea will presenting all about this concept at the Listen In
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PCOS is a complicated condition that is still very poorly understood and may affect up to 25% of women! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh are going to walk you through the latest research on PCOS, what should be the standards for identification and diagnosis, the subtypes of this Listen In
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Vaginal rejuvenation and genital cosmetic surgery is a becoming increasingly popular! Is this something we should be worried about? Did you know that in Australia is it ILLEGAL to show a vagina that isn’t photoshopped to look neat, tidy and ‘porn star’ like? Shocking huh? Yep, we were shocked too which is why we had Listen In
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On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re interviewing the amazing Mel Gearing, The Naked Naturopath while she interviews us (we promise she’s fully clothed in this episode)! We met Mel at the latest Wellness Summit and LOVED her no nonsense approach to health and wellbeing. This episode was particularly fun because it meant Listen In
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Did you know that there’s a silent epidemic sweeping through our communities but also our school aged kids? Type II diabetes used to be known as adult-onset diabetes but it had to be renamed because preschoolers were being diagnosed with it! Diabetes is a scary diagnosis but there are many warning signs and pre diabetic Listen In
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This is an episode that we’ve been waiting YEARS for, to interview Dr Bruce Lipton! He is an visionary, a pioneer, the father of ‘epigenetics’ and just straight up genius! Tune in to hear all about how your perception and environment influence your body more than your genetics and DNA and that you are not Listen In
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On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re running you through our most recent travel expeditions to the US and Africa with all the wild adventures, highlights and lessons learned. Tune in to find out why Andrea got bitten by a jackal (don’t worry she doesn’t have rabies), what Ashleigh thought of the food Listen In
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Meet our special guest Steph Lowe, aka The Natural Nutritionist! Steph is such a wealth of knowledge and we pick her brains on the latest diet fads, low carb vs low fat, paleo vs keto and fasting vs intermittent fasting. We also dive into the impacts of ketosis and fasting on women’s hormones – such important Listen In
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Do you want to change your life? Let us help you…or let us introduce you to someone who absolutely can! Please meet Dr Dain Heer, best selling author and life changer! For 15 years, Dain has been inviting people from every culture, country, age and social status of society to embrace their true greatness. Through his Listen In
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Being a new mother should be the most exciting and rewarding time of your life right? But what if this transition isn’t as seamless as everyone seems to make it out to be? Is there a blurry line between post-natal depression and taking time to reconcile this new life and new role? On this episode Listen In
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This is a deeply personal episode. We haven’t touched on this topic much but now it’s time! Did you know that Dr Andrea was diagnosed with SLE, or Lupus, when she was 11? In this special episode we talk about her journey from diagnosis, navigating the medical model and the choices she made to stay Listen In
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Endometriosis is so common and so debilitating but there are still no solid consensus about its underlying cause. We know this is an oestrogen driven condition but there’s so much more to it than that! New research is demonstrating a strong connection between immune system derangement and the development and exacerbation of endometriosis. Could this Listen In
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Have you heard of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)? If you haven’t then it won’t be long before this condition is at the forefront of medical interest! MCAS is a chronic and very serious immune system disorder that presents in many different ways. If you feel like you’re always sick, if you’re allergic to everything, Listen In
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In this special episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea debriefs her weekend at the International Congress of Natural Medicine on Functional Endocrinology to give you all the hottest and most up to date research emerging in the world of women’s health! Tune in for some fascinating insights into the burden of endocrine disruptors, new Listen In
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Have we taken healthy eating too far? Is our obsession with having the perfect diet actually detrimental to our health? When we become so fixated on food that it interferes with our quality of life, causes us high degrees of stress and guilt then sometimes it can be a condition called Orthorexia Nervosa, an unhealthy Listen In
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Beth Borowsky, single mum turned yoga entrepreneur is one of Australia’s leading yoga experts and the founder of Karma Kids and Just Breath Yoga! Beth joins The Wellness Women to delve into the power that yoga has to not only improve physical wellbeing but to shift emotional trauma and change lives. To find out more Listen In
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This is part 2 of the Wisdom of Menopause series from The Wellness Women! Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh jump into even more detail about menopause and how to truly understand the processes that impact hot flashes, insomnia and lots more! Also, did you know that every minute of every day a woman has a Listen In
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Let us introduce you to Dr Lewis Ehrlich, holistic dentist, athlete, and health expert! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we dive into all things oral health and how that impacts your overall wellbeing including your gut and hormones. Dr Lewis also debunks the myths around root canal treatments, fluoride and the gut mouth Listen In
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The period whisperer (aka Dr Andrea’s alter ego) is back behind the mic today sparked by a movement encouraging women to skip having periods altogether! Tune in to hear what a normal cycle looks and feels like, the hormones that are involved, the best testing that’s available to decipher your period and why we shouldn’t Listen In
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Is our body trying to keep us fat? Is there a reason why we can lose weight only to put it all back on again? Is there a pre-determined set point in which our body thinks we need to maintain a certain weight? Does this also explain why it’s so much easier to put on Listen In
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When most women think of menopause they think of hot flushes, sleepless nights, weight gain, depression, low libido and the list goes on… but what if we told you it doesn’t have to be like that at all? Ladies, strap yourself in for another hard hitting episode of debunking myths around women’s hormones. This episode Listen In
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Dr John Demartini is a world-renowned leading expert on human behaviour and personal development. This incredible man went from being homeless and dyslexic at 13 to the author of over 40 best selling books, the founder of the Demartini Institute with students in every country across the globe! In fact, Dr Demartini is the reason Listen In
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By popular demand The Wellness Women are finally diving into Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)! Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea have had overwhelming amounts of emails and messages requesting more information about the onset of CFS, what causes it, can anything be done etc…so you asked, they listened! Tune in to hear the common mechanisms that Listen In
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Insulin resistance is becoming more and more of a hot topic in functional medicine and unfortunately, we’re seeing so many women struggling with the metabolic disorders and the downstream hormonal impacts of this. Tune in to find out why insulin resistance is such an issue and the best hacks to fix it! Don’t forget that Listen In
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Alright ladies, are you ready for this? We’re introducing you to our 28 Day Hormone Reset Program. Our very first protocol for you to join us in rebooting, restoring and resetting your hormones. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re walking you through the most common hormone imbalances that we see and the best Listen In
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Wellness Women Radio is celebrating it’s 100th episode and we couldn’t be more excited! Pull out the champagne and 80’s dance music, it’s time to party! Dr Ashleigh & Dr Andrea are reminiscing on their favourite moments, their biggest bloopers and letting you in on the behind the scenes secrets. The Wellness Women also have Listen In
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Are you a student or on a tight budget? This episode is for you! Taking great care of yourself and following a wellness lifestyle can be really expensive but it doesn’t have to be! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea are diving into their best tips and hacks for Listen In
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The Wellness Women are back for the New Year and are so excited to be back on the mic! This episode is a personal one for Dr Ashleigh as they address her extreme sleep deprivation and the return of her period since giving birth. Women are absolutely superwomen but when you haven’t slept for three Listen In
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Is social media ruining your sex life? Unfortunately, the answer is overwhelmingly yes. Research has shown that on average we’re having less intimacy than ever before and this decline coincided with the influx of smart phones and Facebook! This is not good news (and certainly not for Dr Andrea, hear her stark realisation here) but Listen In
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We have an extra special New Year gift for you… an incredible episode with the amazing Melissa Ambrosini! Melissa is not only a goddess of a woman but she’s the bestselling author of Mastering Your Mean Girl, host of ‘The Melissa Ambrosini Show’, motivational speaker, entrepreneur and self-love teacher who inspires women across the globe Listen In
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Dr Andrea is getting married and we couldn’t be happier! Tune in to hear all about the wedding plans, Dr Andrea’s opinions on marriage and how to navigate this huge transition! We’re also answering more listener questions about PCOS and diet!
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Gastrointestinal Parasites are not overly pleasant to think about, and even less pleasant to have taking up residency in your gut, but they are so common! We see so many patients with IBS type symptoms, skin issues, fatigue, anemia, brain fog (and the list goes on) that also have a combination of different parasites that Listen In
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Post ovulation depression is like PMS on steroids! Do you suffer from horrendous mood changes as soon as you ovulate? Like a black cloud that follows you around for two weeks but suddenly lifts as soon as your period starts again? Far too many women experience severe mood changes, as well as awful physical symptoms Listen In
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Kale Brock loves talking about poo so much that he even went and made a documentary about it, and it’s BRILLIANT! On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Andrea interviews Kale about the release of his new documentary The Gut Movie. The film follows his journey to Namibia where he lives with an Listen In
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Women all over the globe are banding together with the ‘Me Too’ hashtag campaign sparked by the Harvey Weinstein assault allegations. Have you seen how prevalent harassment and assault is on your newsfeed? On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio, we’re changing tunes a bit. We’ve invited the brilliant Clay Smith, from Smith Social, Listen In
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Trying to improve your health and make changes to your lifestyle is tough at the best of times, let alone trying to do this without the support of your significant other! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr. Ashleigh and Dr. Andrea are diving into strategies to get your husbands, wives and partners on Listen In
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Bacterial Vaginosis, or just BV to make things easier, is a really common condition affecting women that has been far too stigmatised to the point that women are avoiding seeking treatment for it! BV is not an infection or a sexually transmitted disease but it can cause a lot of discomforts and can have some Listen In
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Are you having trouble pooping? Don’t worry, so is 20% of the population too! Constipation is a major health concern for so many women and it significantly impacts their quality of life and it’s much more complication than just eating more fibre. Tune in now to hear Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh discuss all things Listen In
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Have you suffered with acne? Pimples, blemishes, zits, spots or blackheads are unsightly no matter what you call them! Hormonal changes can certainly influence acne but so too can your gut and overall health. On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea are exploring the causes of acne, why hormonal imbalance Listen In
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Are heavy metals harming your health? Do you regularly use non-stick cookware? Do you have silver or amalgam fillings? Did you grow up in a home with lead based paints? Are you eating large fish, like tuna, often? If you’ve answered yes to many of these questions then chances are you’ve been exposed to heavy Listen In
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Have you suffered from heartburn or reflux? If you have you know that it can be frustrating and even debilitating so we’ve devoted an entire episode just to this! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re exploring all the causes of reflux or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and it may not be what you Listen In
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Have you seen the What the Health documentary? If you haven’t don’t worry, we’re summing it up for you today because so many of our listeners and patients have been either raving about it or turning vegan! Before you completely overhaul your diet though, please make sure you ask a few questions and do some Listen In
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Juicing, juice fasts, juice cleansing and even juice detoxes have been all the rage for the last few years and with promises like ‘lose 7kg in 7 days’ it’s no wonder women want to turn to this! But are they all they’re cracked up to be? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh Listen In
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Is there any benefit to taking probiotics? Have you wondered if you’re wasting your time and money on these? That’s an excellent question! There’s so much new insight and research regarding probiotics and how it impacts our gut health that we had to devote an entire episode to it! Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive Listen In
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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is one of the latest buzz words in the functional medicine world, so strap yourselves in for another nerdy look into the incredible world of our gut function! On the podcast today, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive into the most common causes of SIBO and why it’s such a Listen In
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Sometimes life is pretty busy, particularly when you’ve just opened two new practices, are convening state wide conferences, travelling constantly, studying full time and trying to keep some sort of semblance of a social life! Or, maybe you’ve just had your first baby and sleep is now non-existent! Welcome to the world of The Wellness Listen In
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Did you know that working shifts, particularly night shifts could be extremely damaging to your health? In fact, shift workers are at a much higher risk of cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disturbances, depression and even certain types of cancer? But don’t worry, it’s not all doom and gloom! 20% of our population are actually shift workers Listen In
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Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA), it’s a mouthful to say but even more of a pain to experience. This week’s episode is a request from one of our gorgeous listeners! Amenorrhea is a clinical conundrum because it can have so many different causes and stress can play such a big role in a woman’s cycle. Dr Ashleigh Listen In
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Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormonal imbalances that we see in practice. It seems that our daily lives are just bathing us in excess estrogen that are messing with our entire body. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re talking about the ins and outs of hormonal imbalances and how they Listen In
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Is avoiding gluten dangerous? Are you missing out on key nutrients by avoiding these grains? Are you compromising your gut health and microbiome? Will you have higher levels of arsenic in your blood if you avoid gluten? These are all the most common arguments we hear, and have been researched, about the downside of a Listen In
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And we’re back! We missed you! Thank you for your patience, we were off opening brand new practices and bringing gorgeous little baby boys (well, boy – singular) into the world! It feels so good to be behind the mic again and this episode is extra special! It is quite intimate and a personal account Listen In
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JJ Virgin is the author of four New York Times best sellers and celebrity health and fitness guru! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into JJ’s biggest challenge, not training her star studded line up or writing best sellers but some powerful lessons that she had to learn when her son Grant Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into a really complicated topic that is impacting far too many women! Hashimotos Thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that gradually destroys the thyroid gland and can have devastating health implications. On episode we talk through the different stages of hashimotos and the clinical testing that is Listen In
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In this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we welcome an extraordinary guest Bronnie Ware to the podcast! Bronnie is the best selling author of ‘The Top Five Regrets of the Dying’ and now her new memoir ‘Bloom; a tale of courage, surrender and breaking through upper limits. ’ Bronnie is just the most beautiful, Listen In
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Have you ever been told that you’re low in iron or iron deficient? We are finding that so many women are coming in with symptoms of fatigue, weakness, headaches, dizziness and the list goes on only to find out that they’re iron deficient! How can it be that in this modern day of medicine we Listen In
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This is by far one of our favourite episodes! Do you know why we love our pets so much? Or why they are so beneficial for our health? Did you that your furry best friends really do have powerful healing benefits? Tune in now to hear Dr Andrea get choked up just talking about her Listen In
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We cannot discuss women’s reproductive health without discussing fibroids! Fibroids (muscular benign tumours of the uterus) can affect up to 50% of women at some stage of their lives and can either be inconsequential or completely debilitating. In this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re exploring the risk factors that can lead to fibroids, what Listen In
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Can stress really make us gain weight? How does that happen? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio tune in to find out how stress actually impacts our metabolism, food cravings, fat distribution and overall health. Don’t worry, there’s lots of ways to combat stress induced weight gain and Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea talk Listen In
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Are the cosmetics and beauty products you use every day affecting your health and hormones? On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re examining our daily beauty rituals to see what kind of chemical load we’re exposing ourselves to and whether or not this is harmful to our health. Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea share Listen In
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We’ve mentioned leaky gut on the show countless times and now it’s time to give this syndrome the episode it deserves! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea explain in detail exactly what leaky gut is, how it happens and the best strategies to begin healing as well as the Listen In
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The placebo effect used to be brushed off as a ‘fake’ phenomenon experienced by people who were easily susceptible to suggestion. However, we now know that our mind is one of the most powerful healing tools that we can tap into! Tune in now to hear The Wellness Women discuss some of the most profound Listen In
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There is nothing more agonising and debilitating than a migraine headache, for those who suffer them. Migraines can be triggered by a whole host of foods, toxins, stressors and even hormonal changes but can force women to lose days, if not weeks each month! Please remember that there is no such thing as a ‘normal Listen In
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Antibiotic Resistance is a serious public health issue that has been exaggerated over the last 30 years of antibiotic overuse and over-prescription! Join Dr Andrea & Dr Ashleigh as they journey through how this came about and what you can do to naturally protect yourself and your family from antimicrobial resistance. Tune in now!
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we need you to put your NERD hat on and come for a little ride with us inside your body to understand the basics of methylation! Never heard of methylation? Don’t worry we’re trying to keep it super simple today so you can get a handle on this Listen In
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Did you make it out of the holidays with your adrenal glands in tact? Or, like many of us, did you find yourself and your immune system crashing as soon as you had some down time? This is a sign that your hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (big fancy term for your adrenal feedback system) is not functioning Listen In
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New Years resolutions don’t work! Does this come as a surprise to anyone? In the first episode of Wellness Women Radio for 2017 Dr Ashleigh & Dr Andrea are welcoming you into the New Year with a BANG and helping you to start the year right, despite previous failed attempts at resolutions that don’t work. Listen In
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This time of year we all too often reflect on the time that we’ve wasted, the missed opportunities and the ‘should haves’, then we make unrealistic New Years resolutions that don’t serve us! On this week’s episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re helping you to change that! We have a superstar special guest on the Listen In
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Our Wellness Women family is growing! We have a HUGE announcement on the show today that you can’t miss. We are also introducing you to and interviewing one half of the Wellness Women, Dr Ashleigh Bond! Tune in now to hear more about her journey and the big news we’re telling you first!
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By popular demand this episode has been requested by multiple listeners! On this weeks episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into your contraceptive choices and specifically looking at natural fertility practices. This is also referred to as the Billings Method or Rhythm Method where women can tap into the signs and symptoms their body Listen In
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This guy needs no introduction, but we’ll give him one anyway! On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re chatting with the incredible Dr Brett Hill, the barefoot ‘caveman’ himself, from The Wellness Guys and That Paleo Show. Brett is the embodiment of the paleo lifestyle and we’re grilling him what a paleo lifestyle looks Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re teaming up with the brilliant Kale Brock to talk all things gut health! The microbiome and gut health is so trendy now but it’s also incredibly complicated! What is beneficial for one person may be detrimental for the next and there are so many conflicting opinions, no Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re getting really specific and we’re talking to the women who are trying to conceive. Today we are talking about how to naturally improve your ovarian reserve or enhance your egg quality! As we get older the number of eggs we have declines dramatically, but the quality of Listen In
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On this weeks episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re chatting about something that affect 90% of women, and only 10% of men. Something that most of us think is completely unsightly and can be the cause of huge self esteem issues! Would you believe we’re talking about cellulite? The thing that gossip magazines love to Listen In
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Today we are celebrating 52 episodes of Wellness Women Radio! What a feat! It has certainly been more than 12 months but we are celebrating anyway. On this extra special episode of the podcast we’re answering some of your questions about anything from pubic hair and it’s purpose to the best type of protein powder! Listen In
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Muscle spasms, cramping, fatigue, insomnia, irritability, poor memory, anxiety, weakness and brain fog are just a few of the symptoms of a magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is one of the most important minerals that every organ in your body needs, especially your bones, heart and brain! It is also a cofactor to over 300 different functions Listen In
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On this weeks episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re diving into a topic that affects all women at some stage of their life and can be terrifying and frustrating. We’re talking about anxiety: the feelings of fear and uneasiness that are usually accompanied with a tightening of the chest, racing heart, shortness of breath, catastrophising Listen In
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This week on Wellness Women Radio we’re talking all things breasts, boobs, jugs, knockers…whatever you call them we can all agree that women treat their breasts with such trepidation as if they are just waiting for them to grow disease. The monthly breast exam, if we do it at all, is done with a ‘search Listen In
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Tune into to hear ‘The Period Whisperer’ herself, aka Dr Andrea, explain the reason why some women have worse period pain than others and the best holistic solutions to combat the pain! In this weeks episode of Wellness Women Radio we delve into a subject that affects 90% of women, which can be completely crippling Listen In
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Tyler Tolman gives an exclusive interview to the Wellness Women just before launching his nationwide Longevity Tour! Once again, Dr Ashleigh & Dr Andrea are hanging out in another hotel room with another strange man to learn ancient secrets of wellness and the profound benefits of fasting and cleansing! Tyler Tolman is a holistic nutritionist, Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio the girls discuss a condition that effects 80% of women throughout their life! Candida overgrowth, or thrush, is a common complaint that can be uncomfortable and irritating for women but did you also know that it could be the culprit behind many more serious symptoms? Candida is colloquially Listen In
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Introducing (drum roll please) the incredible Kale Brock! With a name like Kale you would expect someone heavily involved in whole foods and wellness right? Absolutely! Kale is an award winning journalist and researcher specializing in health and wellness with a particular interest in gut health and primal living. In this episode of Wellness Women Listen In
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On this episode of Wellness Women Radio we are so excited to introduce the incredible Holistic Lifestyler, Dr Jeremy Princi to the show! Dr Jeremy is a fermented foods and gut health expert with a special interest in the microbiome. Tune in now and be wowed by the wealth of knowledge that is Jeremy and Listen In
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In this incredible episode of Wellness Women Radio we are thrilled to have the AMAZING Cyndi O’Meara on the show talking about What’s With Wheat, the groundbreaking documentary proving why wheat has sparked a modern day health epidemic and is the culprit behind so many of our issues. Cyndi is a world renowned nutritionist, author Listen In
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Can you imagine having such severe eczema that when you move your hands or arms the skin cracks and bleeds or having endless sleepless nights because your skin is itchy? Only to be told that using strong pharmaceutical creams for the rest of your life will be the only thing that you can do to Listen In
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On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea reflect on their recent photo shoot experience and how this triggered their own self esteem and self worth! With a mass slide back into self-deprecating behaviours The Wellness Women walk you through their thought processes as to how to combat this and Listen In
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On this week’s special episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re interviewing the incredible Elise Carr. Elise is a trailblazer, the ‘Pioneer of Yoni Power’, creator of StellaMuse, Tantra Practitioner, sexuality director, Holistic Health Coach, Writer, Speak and Model (and the list goes on)! Elise is dedicated to helping women find their true purpose with passion Listen In
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Why is it that we get more colds and flus during winter? Can you really ‘catch’ a cold from someone else? And is there any way to prevent getting sick this flu season? On this weeks podcast The Wellness Women debunk the myths around the winter blues and give you their best, holistic solutions for Listen In
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What do Elle Macpherson, Victoria Beckham and Gwyneth Paltrow have in common, apart from an impressive wardrobe? They attest their amazing bodies to an alkaline type diet! The Alkaline Diet, or Acid/Alkaline diet has been around since the 80’s and states that it is the key to health and vitality and may even be cancer Listen In
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The Wellness Women interview the rock star from The Wellness Guys, Dr Damian Kristof, and by their powers combined this is an episode jam packed full of tips for women about their nutrition, how to reach their goals, have happy hormones through food as well as some of the biggest mistakes women are making with Listen In
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Your mother was right: “don’t slough, sit up straight, shoulders back”! Can you hear her voice resounding right now? It is because body language and posture really are so important for your wellbeing and on this week’s episode of Wellness Women Radio you’ll find out why! Your posture can change your mood and mindset instantly Listen In
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In this weeks podcast, The Wellness Women delve into endometriosis; one of the most debilitating and aggressive conditions affecting women. It not only causes horrendous physical symptoms but also affects a woman’s emotional wellbeing, relationships and quality of life. If women have symptoms of endometriosis it can have devastating implications because doctors are generally unsure Listen In
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Why do we procrastinate? Why is it that when we have a deadline organizing our closet seems so much more important? Is this a form of self sabotage? About 20% of the population are chronic procrastinators, they miss opportunities, deadlines, appointments, even bill payments just because of their procrastinating behaviours. We are all guilty of this at some point Listen In
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UTI Summary The Wellness Women are back! After a quick, refreshing break Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea are back and this week they’re talking about something that affects almost all women at some point in their life. If you or your girlfriends have ever suffered from urinary tract infections (UTI’s) you’ll understand that Listen In
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Do you want to know the secrets to unlock your brainpower and true potential? In each and every episode of Wellness Women Radio mindfulness and meditation are always part of the prescription for true health and today Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea finally divulge why this is so potent! Not only does meditation physically change the brain it also increases its grey matter and enhances your executive control and emotional intelligence. As well as being a wonderful stress relief, meditation aids to reduce the negative inflammatory and immune responses of stress too! Tune in now to learn the immense benefits of meditation and join Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea on their 30 day meditation challenge!
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Leptin, the satiety hormone that tells your body to stop eating and get moving, is the key that either unlocks or prevents weight loss! Without this hormone on board and working properly our brain thinks we’re starving and cues us to eat more and more, all the while storing everything we eat as fat! In Listen In
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Is loving yourself and having rituals around self–love selfish or narcissistic? In this episode of Wellness Women Radio Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea conclusively answer this question! Our relationships are only ever as strong as the foundation as our own self-love. It’s time to start treating and speaking to ourselves as we would our Listen In
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You need an optimally functioning, healthy body to make a healthy baby! Planning for a healthy pregnancy is a lot more than just taking folic acid and often it requires a lifestyle shift for both men and women. In this episode, The Wellness Women give you the steps to improve your chances of becoming pregnant Listen In
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Eating low carbs is not new however being in ketosis or on a ketogenic diet is now becoming so popular could it be a fad? Is the ketogenic diet just the extreme end of a paleo lifestyle or similar to the atkins diet? This week, The Wellness Women walk you through a ketogenic diet, what Listen In
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There is no greater invention of the 20th century for furthering the freedom and liberation of women than the contraceptive pill. It revolutionised a woman’s choice to avoid pregnancy and gave many women the sexual freedom they desired. In this episode The Wellness Women discuss the history of the contraceptive pill and it’s evolution to Listen In
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Do you get stomach or digestive concerns from eating grains? Do you notice feeling, bloated, fatigued, or experience headaches after consuming food containing gluten? Today we discuss the reason why so many people are choosing a gluten-free diet, the connections between gluten and autoimmune diseases, and some of the female-specific symptoms of gluten intolerance. Did Listen In
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Do you avoid saturated fat? Is a ‘skinny’ coffee you first choice? Is it ‘low-fat’ that you look for on food labels? Many women (and men!) struggle with the fear that eating fat will make them fat. This episodes busts through the myths about fat consumption, and explores the exciting research that shows eating good Listen In
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Once upon a time women’s cycles were revered, celebrated and ritualized however in more recent times menstruation has been reduced to an inconvenient, unhygienic and messy event that most of us would be happy to get rid of. However, is this attitude detrimental to our hormonal health and the way we view our body? This Listen In
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What your hair and nails reveal about your health! Hair and nail changes are associated with many different health conditions and can even indicate warning signs of other potential problems. These parts of our body are not just aesthetic but can certainly reflect our general state of health. In this episode Dr Ashleigh and Dr Listen In
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Tune in this week to discover why Dr Andrea doesn’t own a TV! Did you know that in Australia alone we spend over 9 BILLION hours per year watching TV? Does this mean we’re wasting our lives watching television? Have you ever wondered if this is harmful to our wellbeing or if it’s stopping us Listen In
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This week, the Wellness Women delve into the pros and cons of your favourite morning ritual! Is coffee all it’s cracked up to be? We know coffee perks us up, increases our stamina and tastes great but did you know that it can also decrease the risk of postmenopausal breast cancer and depression in women, Listen In
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Do you have PCOS or know a woman who does? With 18-20% of women diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome, and many more undiagnosed, this is an important topic for ladies, especially of reproductive age. Ashleigh shares her journey through the PCOS maze, and explores the options available. The Wellness Women discuss insulin resistance, infertility, weight Listen In
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Looking into the crystal ball to discover the hottest health trends in 2016! Will current health trends continue? Are there new discoveries on the wellness horizon? The Wellness Women share their predictions for the services, products, and foods that will rock (and mineralise!) your wellness world this year. Move over kale, the new green machine Listen In
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The single biggest challenge to every woman’s health is the balance of her hormones. On this weeks episode, Dr Andrea shares her crucial 4 S’s to solving hormone imbalances. Do you suffer with roller coaster emotions, up and down health, or just know your hormones are not quite right? 4 easy strategies will give you Listen In
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Authentic relationships are just as important to our health and wellbeing as is sleep or nourishing food! This week, The Wellness Women delve into the concept of Love Languages, the term coined by the brilliant relationship counselor and best selling author Gary D Chapman. There are five basic love languages or five ways in which Listen In
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Dr Andrea has just returned from a mission trip in India and she gets a rude awakening with Christmas consumerism in full swing. How can we overcome the stress and pressure of finding the perfect gift? What ways can we create meaningful connections with loved ones without spending a lot of money? And how can Listen In
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A recent article came out claiming meat consumption causes cancer! The vegetarians and vegans celebrated, so Dr. Andrea and Dr. Ashleigh decided to dive into the facts and fiction behind the media article. Does meat-eating cause cancer? On this episode they discuss their personal experiences being vegetarian (and switching back and forth with meat eating), Listen In
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This week Dr. Ashleigh and Dr. Andrea expose the function and importance of a well-known but often misunderstood hormone producer – the thyroid gland. So many women are suffering hormonal chaos due to a dysfunctional thyroid gland. Tests may show ‘normal’ lab results – so why are you experiencing thyroid symptoms? The ladies discuss the Listen In
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Should men and women do the same exercises? Are women designed to do crossfit? Do Michelle Bridges and Ashy Bines really teach you to be healthy? This week Dr. Ashleigh and Dr. Andrea explore the world of womens’ fitness. The Wellness Women discuss the 7 key primal movements, functional fitness, modifying your exercises throughout your Listen In
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We are modern women but our bodies still respond to stress as if we were cavemen! That stressful email from your co-worker or being stuck in traffic will initiate the same physiological stress response as if you’re being chased by a saber tooth tiger and it forces the adrenal glands to work overtime! This week Listen In
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On this week’s show The Wellness Women discuss an essential topic for ALL women throughout their entire lives: pelvic floor function! Tune in to learn the major causes of pelvic floor dysfunction, how to recognize if this is a problem for you and the complications associated with a weak pelvic floor. Dr Ashleigh and Dr Listen In
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This week Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea share their best travel tips to keep you healthy on your holidays! Between them, The Wellness Women have explored 52 countries and counting, without any hospitalisations or serious illnesses, and these have included exotic and third world locations such as Jordan, Syria, Tanzania, India, Nepal and Bangladesh, just to name a few. Tune in to learn Listen In
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Do you find yourself saying ‘yes’ and over committing yourself to please others? Are you comparing yourself to everyone else on your Facebook feed? Are you incapable of accepting a genuine compliment? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions then this episode is for you! In today’s podcast The Wellness Women analyse what Listen In
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Don’t put up with gut problems any longer. In this powerful episode, Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea dive deep into the gastro-intestinal tract. Leaky gut syndrome, dysbiosis, skin allergies, inflammatory conditions, mental health symptoms, Hashimoto’s, and more. If you’ve ever had antibiotics and not consciously repaired your gut – then listen in! Discover simple ways Listen In
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This weeks very sweet episode is a fun discussion about the sugar-free movement. Find out what the “I Quit Sugar” and “That Sugar Film” hype is all about! Did you know just a single can of Coca Cola blows out your daily recommended sugar intake? Dr Andrea and Dr. Ashleigh discuss how much sugar we Listen In
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In this episode The Wellness Women change tunes to focus on men’s health. Testosterone is not just a sex hormone! It’s seen as the elixir of vitality and virility for men however if it’s out of balance it can wreck havoc on their general health and wellbeing. Dr Ashleigh and Dr Andrea teach you the common Listen In
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Healthy Homes for Wellness Women. Dr. Ashleigh and Dr. Andrea answer the question, “Can you be healthy if you are living in a toxic environment?” Find out how many non-specific health complaints like headaches, skin sensitivities, allergies, autoimmune disorders, and hormonal imbalances, may be connected to your living space. They discuss ‘Bau Biology’,’Sick Building Syndrome’, Listen In
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The Wellness Makeover Series, Part 2 – The Wellness Kitchen 2.0. This week it’s all about stocking up on TWW kitchen essentials, learning about safe storage solutions for foods, and simple tricks for minimising harm from common kitchen equipment and appliances. Get the scoop on items such as Teflon pans and BPA-free bottles, and learn Listen In
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The Wellness Makeover Series, Part 1 – Begin your makeover by creating The Wellness Kitchen. Join The Wellness Women as they run you through a clever Kitchen Audit. Pave the way for health success by starting in the place where many chemicals and nasties are found – your pantry. Discover the hidden ingredients that may Listen In
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How good are you in bed? In this weeks episode, The Wellness Women teach you how to sleep your way to better health and a more productive day. They discuss why weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, poor immune system function, hormone imbalances, depression, and anxiety can all be linked to poor sleep habits. If you are Listen In
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In this episode you will meet your dynamic hosts, Dr. Ashleigh Bond and Dr. Andrea Huddleston. Known as The Wellness Women, these two Australian health professionals will share why they launched this fabulous health and lifestyle podcast for women! Discover how the common trap of deciding your health value based on your perception of feeling Listen In
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