In this shorter, Mini Motivation episode, Amelia explores an important and often misunderstood topic: the role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in mood-related disorders such as low mood, depression, stress, and anxiety. For many women, HRT can be not only safe but also life-changing when prescribed appropriately, yet it’s still surrounded by confusion and stigma.

To unpack the latest science and clinical insights, Amelia is joined by Dr. Louise Newson, a GP, menopause specialist, and founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre in the UK. Dr. Newson is also the creator of the balance app, author of multiple bestselling books on menopause, and one of the most trusted global voices in women’s hormonal health.

With a mission to ensure no woman feels dismissed or left in the dark about her hormones, Dr. Newson shares her expert perspective on the link between mood disorders, perimenopause, and the potential benefits of HRT as part of a holistic treatment plan.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your mood changes might be connected to your hormones, or whether HRT could help, this episode is a must-listen.

About the guest:

Dr Louise Newson is a practising GP, menopause specialist, and founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre in the UK. She’s also the creator of the balance app, a one stop spot for all things menopause, author of multiple bestselling books on menopause, and one of the leading voices globally when it comes to empowering women with evidence-based information about perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is simple but powerful: to make sure no woman feels dismissed or left in the dark when it comes to their hormones and their health. 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest: Louise Newson                                                                                                                              Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this shorter, Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and Women's Health specialist Dr. Carrie Jones explore a question that so many women ask: Can you actually test for perimenopause? With symptoms that can be unpredictable and ever-changing, it can be hard to know exactly what’s going on in your body and where you’re at in the transition.

To help unpack the options available, Amelia is joined by Dr. Carrie Jones, affectionately known as the Queen of Hormones. Dr. Carrie is a leading hormone specialist and educator with over 20 years of clinical experience helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause. A Naturopathic Physician with a Master’s degree and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, she’s also the former Medical Director of the renowned DUTCH Test, host of her own podcast, and educator to her 200k+ Instagram community.

In this episode, Dr. Carrie shares her expert insights into hormone testing — what’s worth measuring, what isn’t, and how to interpret results during perimenopause and menopause.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a test can tell you where you are in your hormonal journey, this one’s for you.

Follow Dr Carrie Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carriejones/ 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest:  Dr Carrie Jones                                                                                                                              Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                  Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever done something that absolutely terrified you, but once you were on the other side, you realised it was the very thing that helped you grow? In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips explores the power of fear, failure, and reinvention with one of Australia’s most extraordinary women, Dr. Jana Pittman. From the Olympic athletics track to SAS to medicine, Jana’s story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and continual evolution.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, craving a new chapter, or ready to rediscover yourself, this conversation will remind you that growth often begins where comfort ends.

About the guest:

Dr. Jana Pittman is a two-time World Champion, four-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist, and dual Olympian. The only Australian female athlete to have competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympics.

After her decorated sporting career, Jana reinvented herself more than once. Today, she’s a doctor specialising in women’s health, a mother of six (including twins), a passionate advocate for women in midlife, and a familiar face from SAS Australia, where she was the last woman standing in Season 2 and the only woman to complete the gruelling ladder troop extraction.

Her story is one of courage, reinvention, and what it truly means to step into fear and emerge stronger on the other side.

Follow Dr Jana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janapittmanofficial/ 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest: Dr Jana Pittman                                                                                                                              Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips answers the question so many of you asked last month.  How did Amelia finally kick her lifelong sugar addiction?  In last month’s AMA, she shared the huge impact overcoming her sugar addiction had on her energy, mood, and body, but not the how. So in this episode, she lifts the lid on the real, practical steps that helped her break free from sugar, and stay that way, nearly two years on.

Podcast Episode: How to Make Habit Change Stick with Linda Fogg-Phillips: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tZi8r0g1l1xG1WX6kRSlA?si=5d7715cb9bf043e2

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                                                  Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Amelia Phillips and global menopause pioneer Dr Louise Newson discuss hormone replacement therapy, and how it can be not only safe but also hugely beneficial to many when prescribed appropriately. Dr Louise shares the many stigmas associated with prescribing hormones, the main symptoms HRT may help with (hint, it's not just hot flushes and night sweats) and some of the reframing she would like to see out there, so that more women are offered such treatment. If you are considering whether HRT might be useful for you, this episode is not to be missed. 

About the guest:

Dr Louise Newson is a practising GP, menopause specialist, and founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre in the UK. She’s also the creator of the balance app, a one stop spot for all things menopause, author of multiple bestselling books on menopause, and one of the leading voices globally when it comes to empowering women with evidence-based information about perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is simple but powerful: to make sure no woman feels dismissed or left in the dark when it comes to their hormones and their health. 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest: Louise Newson                                                                                                                              Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this shorter Mini Motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and world renown exercise physiologist Dr Stacy Sims dives into targeted nutrition for the holy grail, which is nutrition to lose bodyfat but build muscle strength. So often when people go on a fat loss mission, they can accidentally lose muscle at the same time. It does not have to be this way. They also discuss the confusing topic of whether  prolonged overnight fasts are helpful or harmful for women and why. 

Dr Stacy will be touring Australia with Sarah Grynberg, find out more here: https://fane.com.au/taking-the-stage-dr-stacy-sims-and-sarah-grynberg-announce-new-australian-tour-dates/

Dr Stacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims/ 

Sign up to Dr Stacys Newsletter: https://www.drstacysims.com/generic_optin 

Dr Stacy's protein coffee recipe: Scroll down.

About the guest:

Dr Stacy Sims is a world-renowned exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and speaker who specialises in female-specific training, performance, and hormonal health (she was recently on the Mel Robbins Podcast). She completed her postdoctoral research at Stanford University, focusing on sex differences in environmental and nutritional physiology.

She has over 20 years of experience helping women optimise fitness, recovery, and longevity, and is the author of ROAR and Game Changers, books that empower women to train smarter. Stacy is recognised internationally for translating complex science into practical strategies for women of all ages, She has almost 1 million followers on instagram and a very popular educational newsletter.  

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.
Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

Dr. Stacy Sims Protein Coffee Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8–10 oz freshly brewed coffee (can be hot or cold; espresso + milk is also popular)
• 1 scoop (25–30 g) complete protein powder (whey isolate or a well-formulated plant-based blend with all essential amino acids, especially leucine)
• Optional add-ins for enhanced benefits:
  
• 1 tsp MCT oil or grass-fed ghee (brain fuel and satiety)
• A pinch (¼ tsp) Ceylon cinnamon (blood sugar support)
• A dash of Himalayan (pink) salt (hydration and adrenal support)
• Optional: unsweetened almond or oat milk for creaminess
• For cold or grab-and-go versions:
  
• Stir or blend protein powder with cold milk (or plant-based milk), then add a double shot of espresso. Chill overnight for a ready-made drink

Method:

1. Brew your coffee.
2. Combine coffee with protein powder (and optional ingredients) in a blender—blending ensures smooth texture and better absorption  .
3. Blend until frothy and well-mixed.
4. Enjoy within 30–60 minutes of waking—it aligns with natural cortisol rhythms, helping stabilize energy and support muscle protein synthesis .

Why This Recipe Works for Women

1. Sustainable energy + less crash: Combining protein with caffeine helps blunt cortisol spikes and prevents those shaky jittery responses we often get from coffee alone  .
2. Muscle preservation + training support: Leucine-rich protein early in the day supports muscle recovery and metabolism—especially important for active women or those navigating hormonal transitions  .

Hormone-friendly routine: Enjoying protein coffee as soon as you wake sets a physiological tone of “fed and safe,” which can improve energy, reduce cravings, and enhance mood—less fatigue, more focus.

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest:  Dr Stacy Sims                                                                                                                            Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this shorter, mini motivation episode, host Amelia Phillips and biochemist Dr Libby Weaver dive into iron and why low iron matters. So many women are walking around with insufficient iron levels and not realising the impact it’s having on their health. Dr Libby has just published a book Fix Iron First, and is the go-to for newer innovative treatments. If you’ve suffered with low iron or high iron, or know someone who has, this ep is for you. 

About the guest:

Dr. Libby Weaver is one of Australasia’s leading nutritional biochemists, a bestselling author of 13 books (including one titled The Invisible Load), an international speaker and founder of Bio Blends – a range of high-quality, food-based nutritional supplements designed to support real results. With a PhD in biochemistry and over 20 years in clinical practice, Dr. Libby is known for helping women understand the link between nutrition, hormones, stress, and emotional wellbeing.

Visit Dr Libby's Website https://drlibby.com/ 

Dr Libbys brand new book Fix Iron First: https://www.booktopia.com.au/fix-iron-first-dr-libby-weaver/book/9781067067601.html 

Dr Libby's new supplement -Bio Blends Iconic Iron:  https://www.bioblends.com/products/iconic-iron

Dr Libby's Book, Rushing Women's Syndrome: https://www.booktopia.com.au/rushing-woman-s-syndrome-libby-weaver/book/9781401978150.html 

Follow Dr Libby on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlibby/ 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest:  Dr Libby Weaver                                                                                                                      Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                         

Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Amelia Phillips is joined by hormone specialist Dr Carrie Jones to unpack the most effective, science-backed ways to manage perimenopause symptoms if you are not on HRT. Whilst HRT is the gold standard treatment, for those that are not able to, or not ready, they unpack the many other ways to manage common symptoms, especially in early-stage peri. From headaches to night sweats, hot flushes and mood swings to brain fog and sleep struggles, you’ll discover practical tools that actually work, plus how to know when it might be time to consider HRT down the track. If you're starting to notice peri symptoms, this episode is for you. 

About the guest:

Dr Carrie Jones, affectionately known as the ‘Queen of Hormones,’ is a Naturopathic Physician, educator, and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner with more than 20 years of clinical experience. She’s the former Medical Director of the DUTCH Test, hosts her own podcast, Hello Hormones, and has built an audience of over 200k on Instagram by breaking down complex hormone science into simple, actionable advice.

Follow Dr Carrie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carriejones/ 

Listen to Dr Carries Podcast Hello Hormones: https://open.spotify.com/show/0QMOu9ma6Xljf5omizAhNz?si=4b7ad8b12ca4449e 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest: Dr Carrie Jones                                                                                                                               Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich 

Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Ask Me Anything Episode, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions, along with giving an update on her book project, her new program, and her favourite time of the year - a temporal landmark.

• Deta Odedra: I’ve heard you talk about strength benchmarks for health and longevity, can you give me a couple?
• Anonymous: What’s the first step to take if I feel completely stuck with my health?
• Lauren Mac Rae: What daily habits have made the biggest difference in your health?

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                                                  Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women are not small men, according to Dr Stacy Sims. So if you're wanting to get the most out of your exercise sessions, you need to 'train like a girl'. Dr Stacy gives us the ultimate workout if you have 4x1hr sessions available to exercise. She and host Amelia Phillips go through the most important exercises for longevity, bone health, fat loss and muscle preservation. 

If you're looking to be inspired to level up your training, understand the science whilst learning some practical tips, then this episode is for you. 

Dr Stacy will be touring Australia with Sarah Grynberg, find out more here: https://fane.com.au/taking-the-stage-dr-stacy-sims-and-sarah-grynberg-announce-new-australian-tour-dates/

Dr Stacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims/ 

Sign up to Dr Stacys Newsletter: https://www.drstacysims.com/generic_optin 

About the guest:

Dr Stacy Sims is a world-renowned exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and speaker who specialises in female-specific training, performance, and hormonal health (she was recently on the Mel Robbins Podcast). She completed her postdoctoral research at Stanford University, focusing on sex differences in environmental and nutritional physiology.

She has over 20 years of experience helping women optimise fitness, recovery, and longevity, and is the author of ROAR and Game Changers, books that empower women to train smarter. Stacy is recognised internationally for translating complex science into practical strategies for women of all ages, She has almost 1 million followers on instagram and a very popular educational newsletter.  

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: [email protected]
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest:  Dr Stacy Sims                                                                                                                            Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.