In this conversation you’ll discover:

How fertility awareness can empower women to make informed choices

The role of menstrual cycle tracking in health, mood, and productivity

Why hormonal contraception isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” solution

Common side effects of the pill — and their impact on long-term health

Rising infertility and PCOS: what’s really driving the trend

Practical steps to support a healthy pregnancy and first trimester

Why women need supportive teams through birth and motherhood

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction & Claudia’s background
2:00 Why the menstrual cycle is a “gift” to women’s health
6:00 Training, energy & productivity across the cycle
8:00 Hormones explained: estrogen & progesterone in action
10:00 What a healthy cycle really looks like
14:00 Menstrual cycle tracking vs. apps: what women need to know
16:00 The Justisse method & charting explained
19:00 The wider impact of hormonal contraception
25:00 Infertility, PCOS & modern lifestyle challenges
31:00 Tips for pregnancy & the first trimester
36:00 The importance of supportive teams for new mothers
44:00 Final words of empowerment

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 Is glowing, healthy skin really about products — or is the secret found deeper within?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena Le Roux sits down with Dr. Maricia Coertze, an internationally certified Advanced Functional Medicine Practitioner and Aesthetic Medicine expert. Dr. Coertze reveals how she blends science, aesthetics, and holistic wellness to help patients achieve radiant, youthful skin while supporting long-term health.

From tackling adult acne to slowing down the signs of ageing, she shares practical insights into why skin health begins inside, and how nutrition, rest, and functional medicine approaches can transform results.

🎧 In this conversation you’ll discover:

How functional medicine and aesthetics work together for skin health

The truth about injectables, fillers, and safety concerns

What really disrupts the skin barrier — and how to restore it

Why adult acne is on the rise (and what to do about it)

Lifestyle factors that accelerate ageing (and how to reverse them)

The role of fasting, stress, and sleep in skin repair and regeneration

Practical tips for nourishing your skin from the inside out

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction & Dr. Coertze’s background
2:00 Integrating functional medicine & aesthetics
4:30 Common treatments and their safety
9:00 Skin microbiome & barrier function explained
14:00 Signs of impaired skin barrier
15:00 Why adult acne is increasing & how to manage it
17:00 Natural strategies to slow down ageing
20:00 Lifestyle, nutrition & sleep for skin repair
22:00 Fasting, stress & women’s health: what you need to know
25:00 Key takeaways & where to find Dr. Coertze

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 How do you balance a demanding creative career with health and wellbeing?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we’re joined by Este Rabé — musician from South African band Raaf, award-winning content creator, and HCA graduate. Este shares her journey of weaving music, wellness, and health coaching into a lifestyle that supports both passion and vitality.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

Life on the road as a professional musician (and staying healthy through it all)

How her struggles with food and body image inspired her health journey

The role of movement and skin health in overall wellbeing

Why authenticity online matters more than follower numbers

Practical tips for balance: nutrition, rest, rituals, and mindset

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Este’s journey into music and health
02:30 – Life as a touring musician and challenges for health
05:00 – Staying healthy on the road & the 80/20 rule
08:00 – Why Este paused coaching but built a thriving Instagram platform
13:30 – Winning an award for authentic health content
18:30 – Defining health: balance, compassion & pillars of wellbeing
22:30 – Movement as meditation & finding what works for you
28:00 – Skin health: natural vs. medical-grade products
35:00 – Tuning into intuition & guidance for health decisions
37:30 – A day in Este’s life: routines, rituals & balance
46:00 – Final reflections: living your truth in health & coaching

Whether you’re a Health Coach, creative professional, or simply exploring ways to balance health with a busy life, this conversation offers practical inspiration and encouragement.

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How do your personality traits shape your eating habits?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we’re joined by Ann Gadd — author, artist, and certified iEQ9 Enneagram practitioner and teacher. With over 30 years of experience working with the Enneagram, Ann shares how this unique model of nine personality types can influence our relationship with food, diet, and exercise.

In conversation with our host and Functional Nutrition Health Coach Zena le Roux, Ann explores the intricacies of each Enneagram type and how understanding them can inspire change, personal growth, and healthier habits. She also offers valuable insights for Health Coaches on using the Enneagram as a tool for client transformation.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

What the Enneagram is and how it relates to eating behaviours

How personality types shape food choices and exercise patterns

Why self-awareness can support lasting lifestyle changes

How Health Coaches can apply the Enneagram in practice

Ann’s journey with the Enneagram over the last 30 years

📚 Ann’s book The Enneagram of Eating: How the 9 Personality Types Influence Your Food, Diet, and Exercise Choices is available here: https://www.amazon.com/DP/1620558270

🌐 Learn more about Ann at: https://anngadd.co.za | https://enneagrams9paths.com

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⏱ Timestamps

0:00 – Introduction: Meet Ann Gadd, author & Enneagram practitioner
1:00 – What is the Enneagram? Nine personality types explained
3:00 – How personality influences behaviour and eating habits
5:00 – The Enneagram of Eating book and its purpose
6:30 – Different Enneagram types and their food relationships
9:00 – How stress and personality type affect food choices
11:00 – Emotional eating and self-awareness through the Enneagram
13:00 – Example: Type 2 and over-giving leading to food issues
15:00 – Type 3: performance-driven eating and body image
17:00 – Type 4: identity, emotions, and food patterns
20:00 – How childhood influences type and eating style
22:00 – Using the Enneagram as a tool in Health Coaching
24:00 – Compassionate coaching: meeting clients where they are
26:00 – The value of self-understanding for breaking food cycles
28:00 – How Ann integrates art, writing & coaching with Enneagram
30:00 – Resources: books, courses & where to learn more
31:00 – Final reflections and takeaways

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How can parents support their child through the painful journey of anorexia recovery?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, our host Zena le Roux speaks with Ruth Steggles, author of Our Journey with Anorexia – How a Parent Can Be Part of Their Child’s Recovery. Ruth shares her deeply personal story of navigating her daughter’s anorexia diagnosis, the struggles parents often face, and the steps she took to become a strong and supportive ally in her child’s healing journey.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

The reality of parenting through an eating disorder diagnosis

Common feelings of guilt and self-blame — and how to move past them

Practical ways parents can provide support during recovery

The importance of compassion, communication, and patience

How Ruth’s journey inspired her to offer hope and guidance to others

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & meeting Ruth Steggles
02:10 – Ruth’s family story and her daughter’s anorexia diagnosis
06:30 – Why parents often blame themselves
09:15 – The importance of self-compassion for parents
13:00 – Small but powerful ways to support a child in recovery
17:30 – Challenges of communication & building trust
22:00 – Writing Our Journey with Anorexia and its impact
26:00 – Ruth’s message of hope for parents and families
30:00 – Final reflections & where to find support

Whether you’re a parent, Health Coach, or professional working with families, this heartfelt conversation offers hope, guidance, and practical strategies for navigating anorexia recovery with compassion.

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How does happiness at work impact productivity? And what role does wellbeing play in organisational success?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena le Roux speaks with Dr Josh Jackman, Operations Director at A.R.T Health Solutions, about the powerful connection between employee wellbeing, happiness, and performance.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

Why workplace wellbeing is more than a trend

The four pillars of wellbeing: movement, recovery, nutrition & mindset

How happiness can boost productivity by up to 20%

Practical steps organisations can take to create healthier, happier workplaces

Whether you’re a leader, HR professional, or Health Coach supporting corporate clients, this episode will inspire new ways to prioritise wellbeing at work.

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⏱ Timestamps
0:00 – Welcome & introduction to Dr Josh Jackman
1:15 – What A.R.T Health Solutions does & why it matters
4:10 – The link between wellbeing and productivity
6:20 – The four pillars of workplace wellbeing
10:45 – Happiness and productivity: what the data shows
15:10 – Practical steps organisations can take today
18:25 – Leadership’s role in shaping workplace culture
22:40 – Long-term benefits of investing in employee wellbeing
27:15 – Final thoughts & takeaways

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How much does your environment shape your health — and what can you do to change it?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena Le Roux sits down with Olly Leicester, Certified Corporate Health & Performance Coach and NHS Health Coach, to explore how our surroundings influence our wellbeing — and how small, intentional changes can transform our health, both individually and at work.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

Why humans thrive when given the right conditions

How Olly’s travels through Asia inspired his health journey

The role of environment in shaping habits and behaviours

Insights into coaching within the NHS and corporate settings

Practical tips for creating a healthier culture at work and home

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction & Olly’s background
2:00 – Why environment matters for health
4:00 – Lessons from Asia: life without Western distractions
6:00 – Can we create positive change in modern life?
7:00 – Coaching as “puzzle solving” one step at a time
8:00 – Shaping workplace culture & healthier office habits
11:00 – Morning routines & walking the talk as a coach
14:00 – Leaving corporate life for adventure & reset
17:00 – Lessons from Buddhist retreats & mindfulness
19:00 – The possibility of change for anyone
21:00 – Overcoming self-doubt & imposter syndrome
25:00 – Coaching within the NHS: patients, groups & workshops
28:00 – Prevention vs. treatment in healthcare
31:00 – Success story: reversing type 2 diabetes
33:00 – Pros & cons of free healthcare
36:00 – Skills & qualities for NHS coaching roles
38:00 – Final advice for new Health Coaches

Whether you’re a Health Coach, wellness practitioner, or simply curious about creating a healthier environment, this episode will inspire you with actionable insights.

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What does a holistic sleep strategy really look like for babies — and why is supporting the whole family just as important?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena Le Roux speaks with Imogen Russell, certified sleep consultant and founder of The Little Sleep Company. With her background as a professional nanny, mental health advocate, and paediatric sleep specialist (currently studying the Level 6 Holistic Sleep Coaching course — the highest accreditation in the field), Imogen shares practical, compassionate insights for parents navigating sleep challenges.

You’ll learn how holistic sleep coaching goes beyond “quick fixes” like sleep training, and instead looks at the bigger picture — from nutrition and allergies, to attachment, separation anxiety, and parental wellbeing.

🎧 In this conversation you’ll discover:

Why babies’ sleep challenges are often linked to wider health and emotional factors

The impact of sleep deprivation on parents’ mental health, relationships, and careers

Gentle, responsive strategies to create emotional safety at bedtime

Alternatives to “cry it out” and how to foster healthy, connected sleep routines

Practical starting points for families feeling stuck and exhausted

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:40 Why Imogen chose a holistic sleep strategy approach
5:20 How poor sleep impacts family wellbeing
9:55 Common reasons behind children’s sleep challenges
15:10 Personality types and their effect on sleep
21:00 Sleep cues and understanding “biologically best sleep”
27:20 Newborn sleep patterns and the “fourth trimester”
31:00 Thoughts on sleep training and cry-it-out
36:15 Gentle alternatives like the Ribbon Technique
46:30 Where parents can start with holistic sleep support
52:00 Words of encouragement for new parents

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Struggling to stay focused in today’s fast-paced world? You’re not alone.

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host and successful Health Coach Zena Le Roux dives into the art of finding focus and boosting concentration. From the impact of stress, distractions, and overwork to the influence of food environments, play, and even mind wandering — Zena explores what really shapes our ability to concentrate.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

How stress and overwork sabotage your focus

Why food environments affect concentration more than you think

The surprising benefits of play and mind wandering

Practical tips to boost your focus and productivity

How Health Coaching can support clarity and balance

Packed with insights and practical tools, this episode will help you take back control of your attention and bring more clarity into your daily life.

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✅ Timestamps

0:00 Introduction — finding your focus
1:00 Distractions in daily life & Tristan Harris’ story
2:30 Infinite scroll, notifications & attention hijacking
4:00 Why “easy to use” design isn’t always good for humanity
5:00 The cost of constant interruptions — IQ, sleep & focus
6:00 Stressful environments & hypervigilance explained
7:30 Childhood trauma, ADHD & attention difficulties
8:00 Overwork & why productivity drops without rest
9:00 Case studies: shorter workdays, higher productivity
10:00 Nutrition, food environments & focus challenges
11:00 Real food vs. processed food & children’s attention
12:00 Nutrient deficiencies, omega-3s & brain function
12:30 The role of play in focus & creativity
13:30 Finnish schools & the power of free play
14:30 Why adults need play too
15:00 Mind wandering — why it boosts creativity & insight
16:00 Reflection, deep thought & unexpected connections
17:00 Building focus as health professionals & with clients
18:00 Practical questions for managing distractions, stress & rest
19:00 Final thoughts — small steps to improve focus daily

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 Why do so many of us struggle with a complex relationship with food — and how can mindful eating help?

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host Zena Le Roux is joined by Daniela Araújo — co-vice chair of The Center for Mindful Eating with over two decades of experience supporting people with eating disorders.

Daniela shares profound insights on how diet culture shapes food struggles, why self-compassion is essential, and how mindful eating can foster freedom, joy, and healing.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

Why diet culture fuels anxiety and guilt around food

The role of self-compassion in healing eating struggles

What mindful eating really means (beyond “eating slowly”)

How narrative therapy supports recovery and resilience

Practical steps to begin a mindful eating journey

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction & guest welcome
1:00 – Why so many people have a complex relationship with food
2:00 – Culture, diet industry & disordered eating patterns
4:00 – Ornamental vs functional views of the body
7:00 – Anxiety, guilt & harm from body judgement
9:00 – Shifting thinking: awareness & self-compassion
12:00 – Misunderstandings of self-compassion
14:00 – The myth of constant happiness & resisting emotions
16:00 – How health practitioners may unintentionally cause harm
18:00 – Balancing acceptance with striving for change
20:00 – Daniela’s personal healing journey & career path
23:00 – Narrative therapy explained & its role in eating recovery
25:00 – Combining narrative therapy & mindful eating
26:00 – The Center for Mindful Eating & its vision
29:00 – What mindful eating really means
31:00 – Key characteristics of a mindful eater
33:00 – Bringing joy & creativity back to eating
34:00 – Balancing physiology & body wisdom
36:00 – Culture, food environments & social justice
38:00 – Trusting body wisdom first
40:00 – Starting a mindful eating journey
42:00 – Resources from the Center for Mindful Eating
44:00 – How Daniela personally practises mindful eating
46:00 – Full recovery is possible
47:00 – Closing reflections & final insights

Whether you’re a Health Coach, wellness practitioner, or someone working to heal your relationship with food, this episode will give you fresh perspectives and practical strategies.

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