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Healthy-ish

Hosted by Felicity Harley, the Healthy-ish podcast will give you the tools to make healthier decisions, for your mind, body and soul. Featuring guest interviews with the likes of Osher Günsberg, Michelle Bridges and Turia Pitt, as well as expert intel from doctors, dermatologists and dietitians, these bite-sized episodes will arm you with the knowledge and practical advice to get back the balance. We know we can't eat, think, act and move perfectly, 100% of the time, so instead we're aiming to be healthy...ish. Join us, every morning, from Monday to Friday.  For more, head to www.bodyandsoul.com.au
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Episodes

How do we keep every generation fit and healthy?

In this episode, the team chat to former Olympian Matt Shirvington who knows about how your fitness routines change throughout the years. They also meet the world’s oldest bodybuilder and answer a question on what could be stopping you from falling pregnant. a lot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 201924 min

When did sleep become our biggest obsession?

Sleep: None of us are getting it, and it's all we talk about. So what's the solution? We're joined by sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington to talk about everything from weird things people do in their sleep, to why we're willing to throw away our cold hard cash to catch upon some z's. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 04, 201927 min

Times up on sexism in sport

Things get fiery as the team discuss sexism in sport. Like, fiery. #girlpower for the win! Plus, there's a new mental health boosting trick that you need to try, and a dietitian answers a reader's question on how you can be fit and enjoy delicious food while on a low FODMAP diet. really See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 201927 min

How do you rebuild your body?

"I remember the first time I had to learn how to stand again, with my physiotherapist, sobbing, crying and in a world of pain. That was the hardest point in my journey. I realised just how long it would take for me to get my body back, if that was even possible at all." In today's episode, the team talk to the courageous Turia Pitt who after being told she’d never walk again, is now running marathons. They also bust the biggest cold and flu myths, and speak to a sleep expert who reveals the tric...

Jun 06, 201935 min

Should we all be seeing a shrink?

When you have a broken ankle, you care for it, you look after it and you avoid putting any further stress on it. But when your mental state is broken, why do we continue to push through it? Why do we continue to pile on stress? Why don't we seek help? We speak to psychologist Tahnee Schulz on ways we can heal our mental health, which will help us into the future. We also discuss the latest bonkers wellness craze and debate about whether breakfast really is the most important meal of the day.more...

May 23, 201933 min

Let's talk about our unhealthy relationship with diets

Have you been on a diet? And why? Why is it that we dieting? To nut out the good and bad, we chat to dietitian Lyndi Cohen who lost 20kg by giving up dieting. We also channel our inner Marie Kondo and reveal just what clutter is doing for our brains, plus answer a reader’s question on loneliness.love See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 09, 201934 min

How do we find that elusive work/life balance?

Besides Finstas (fake Instagram accounts), everyone’s real IG profile basically showcases their best/perfect version of themselves. *cue the eyerolls* Which is why it’s refreshing to scroll through Jessica Rowe’s profile and see pictures of burnt food, makeup free selfies, cat videos and basically a complete insight into her life – sans the filters or Photoshop edits. In this episode, the #craphousewife reveals to the team the exact moment she realised she was perfect in her own way – and she ce...

Apr 25, 201936 min

What it's like living with a chronic disease

When was the last time you had a thorough health check? And we mean thorough, including your eyes, ears and heart? There’s a good chance majority of us haven’t, but now might just be the time. In this episode of Healthy-ish, we speak to exercise physiologist Drew Harrisberg, on how his life suddenly turned upside down when he was unexpectedly diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. The team also reveal the two-minute trick that will stop your cravings (no jokes), and the specific time you should apply y...

Apr 11, 201930 min

Bum tubes and sleeping crystals: How woo woo trends came to take over the wellness space

What’s the strangest thing you’ve done in the name of health? Buy crystals to help your insomnia? Get a colonoscopy (i.e. having someone stick a long tube up your anus)? Head to a psychic for answers? In the latest episode of Healthy-ish, we delve into the deep weird world of woo woo health trends that will make you squirm and laugh. The team also chat to celebrity psychic Georgina Walker, who shares her most whacky ghost stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 28, 201931 min

Healthy-ish goes back to the future

In episode 46, 'Healthy-ish goes back to the future', co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to futurist Anders Sorman Nilsson on how he's charting his DNA to help him eat and exercise better. The team also discuss everything there is to know about the celery juice trend, and give you tips on how to listen more effectively. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 14, 201932 min

Should we all be following a plant-based diet?

In episode 45, ‘Should we all be following a plant-based diet?’, co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to dietitian, nutritionist, and Instagram sensation Rebecca Gawthorne on the health benefits of eating more plants and less meat, and the biggest mistakes people make when going plant-based. The team also discuss the weird new trend of cow-cuddling for mental health, and reveal the upcoming activewear trends of 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 28, 201938 min

How to use your brain power to better your health

In episode 44, ‘How to use your brain power to better your health,’ co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to former Miss Universe Australia on how she used her mind to outwit, outlast and outplay most of the contestants on TV series, Australia Survivor, to make it into the top five. The team also talk about a woman who has never taken medication in her life, and reveal the healthiest sport to play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 14, 201934 min

Sex, love and dating in 2019

In episode 43, ‘Sex, love and dating in 2019’, co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to Dr Lurve. The 'modern day cupid' reveals why we are so obsessed with reality dating shows. The team also discuss love languages, and whether you should ask your exes for feedback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 201932 min

How the World Wide Web can make you fit and healthy in 2019

In episode 42, ‘How the World Wide Web can make you fit and healthy in 2019’, co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to models and founders of online fitness program Keep It Cleaner, Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw. The Instagram pop stars reveal how they were able to overcome their fad dieting habits and obsession with being ‘thin.’ The team also discuss the rise of cannabis in healthcare, and answer a listener question on how to get your life organised this year. See omnystudio...

Jan 17, 201934 min

There is no better medicine than food

In episode 41, ‘There is no better medicine than food’, co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to chef, health coach, cookbook author and keto expert Scott Gooding, who reveals the one secret to reaching any health goal. The team also discuss how you can get back into exercise after a long hiatus, and debate the cutting-edge beauty trend – face shaving for women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 201938 min

Should we look to the past to make us healthy today?

In episode 40 ‘Should we look to the past to make us healthy today?’, co-hosts Dr Andrew Rochford and Maz Compton speak to journalist Nina Young who didn’t discover her father was a murdered until her twenties.Nina has recently gone on a journey through her podcast series ‘My Father The Murder’, exploring how much of your DNA actually makes you who you are. The team also share their advice on how you can start a side hustle, and talk all things hormones after coming off the Pill. See omnystudio....

Dec 20, 201834 min

Why is pregnancy so damn hard?

In episode 39 ‘Why is pregnancy so damn hard?’, co-host Dr Andrew Rochford leads the panel and asks all the hard-hitting pregnancy questions to Maz Compton, Eliza Cracknell, and Base Body Babes PT, Sarah Boulazeris. The team also discuss what it’s like living with a food allergy, and share their thoughts on why you should live life by the 10 second rule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 06, 201842 min

What does natural beauty really mean?

In episode 38 ‘What does natural beauty really mean?’, hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell speak to founder of beauty label Mukti Organics, on how to take a more holistic approach to beauty as well as our wellbeing. The team also look at the scary effects of long-term sitting, and suss out how to boost your confidence in a matter of minutes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 201829 min

Why does our social life revolve around food?

In episode 37 ‘Why does our social life revolve around food?’, hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell talk to food and travel critic Melissa Leong, on how she stays healthy when she gets paid to eat. The team also discuss the cooking staple that’s claimed to be ‘better than Viagra’, and whether social media is a positive or negative space for body positivity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 08, 201829 min

What do you need to kickstart your health?

In episode 36 'What do you need to kickstart your health?', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell talk to James 'Chief' Brabon and Emilie Brabon-Hames, who are the duo behind 8 Weeks to Wow, which is the program responsible for the jaw-dropping transformations of celebs like Jules and Guy Sebastian, and Osher Günsberg. The team also discuss everything there is to know about cricket cupcakes, sex, and dealing with hypothalamic amenorrhea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Oct 25, 201838 min

Why alcohol is just too good to resist

In episode 35 'Why alcohol is just too good to resist', hosts Dr Andrew Rochford, Maz Compton and Eliza Cracknell sort fact from fiction when it comes to drinking. Plus this is the shocking amount of calories you'll save by giving up alcohol for just one month. Subscribe at Apple iTunes or visit mybodyandsoul.com.au/podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 201838 min

This is how to get out of a rut

In episode 34 'This is how to get out of a rut', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell talk to teacher and overnight Instagram sensation Katie Lolas, who’s simple changes and meal prepping hacks have inspired the internet. A skincare expert drops by to answer your burning beauty questions and Maz reveals the ridiculously-named diet she is currently following. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 201827 minEp. 34

How can we spring clean our lives - inside and out?

In episode 33 'How can we spring clean our lives - inside and out?', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell discuss clean living. You read about it, talk about it and Instagram it - but how exactly can we incorporate clean living into our everyday schedules? The gang chat to model and PT Lauren Vickers on how to look and feel good from the inside out, they also investigate eating for your blood type and ways to boost your concentration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Sep 13, 201832 min

Do we need to depollute our lives?

In episode 32 'Do we need to depollute our lives?', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell talk about how pollution is affecting our health and skin every day. Skin specialist Sarah Hudson joins the show. She shares her tips on how to protect yourself from pollution both inside, and outdoors. The team also discuss everything there is to know about a brain orgasm, and give advice on what to do if you find out your best friend is sleeping with their boss. See omnystudio.com/list...

Aug 31, 201826 min

What happens when you're faced with a tough decision?

In episode 31 'What happens when you're faced with a tough decision?', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell talk tough choices - those make or break situations in life we’re your forced to go one way or another. Journalist and author Elle Halliwell joins the show. She was faced with an impossible choice - terminate her unborn baby or treat the cancer she had just been diagnosed with. The team also discuss a new technique that turns your body into a fat burning machine and a ...

Aug 16, 201839 min

How do you really transform your health?

In episode 30 'How do you really transform your health?' we're talking transformations. We speak to Jules Sebastian about her and her husband Guy’s massive health shakeup and discuss whether graphic images on junk food will stop us eating it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 02, 201845 min

Why is it so awkward to talk about money?

In episode 29 'Why is it so awkward to talk about money?' the team chat to The Remarkable Woman founder Shivani Gopal on how to ask for that raise and get the money you truly deserve. We also discuss the world of fasting and find out how you can save nearly $500 a month but still stay fit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 201839 min

We need to talk about our addictions

In episode 28 'We need to talk about our addictions', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and mybody+soul.com.au editor Eliza Cracknell look at how addiction comes in many different forms that range from harmless to sadly, life-threatening. They speak to Matt Noffs and Kieran Palmer from the Ted Noffs foundation as well as hear from a woman whose husband has sexsomnia - yep, he likes getting frisky while he's asleep. Dietitian Jamie Rose Chambers also shares her tips on eating for immunity thi...

Jul 05, 201844 min

The crazy world of Instagrammable health food trends

In episode 27 'The crazy world of Instagrammable health food trends', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell speak to Charlie De Haas, owner of The Clean Treats Factory, who has made $10million by rolling bliss balls. They also hear from Ben Branson who is spearheading the sober party scene through his non-alcoholic spirit Seedlip, plus find out how you can survive workout burn out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 22, 201840 min

How can I be more mindful every day?

In episode 26 'How can I be more mindful every day?', hosts Maz Compton, Dr Andrew Rochford and Eliza Cracknell chat to meditation teacher Tim Brown, who says he’s ability to meditate gives him so much rest that he and his wife were able to have 3 kids under 3 (no twins). They also look at how one woman went from billionaire to broke and back again. Plus could this be the answer to your stress eating? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 07, 201841 min
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