Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things yet your body still isn’t responding? This conversation with biochemist and health coach Ben Cant is exactly what you need to hear.

Ben shares how his own journey out of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia led him into the world of fitness, nutrition, and now, deep consultative health work. We talk about everything from overlooked blood markers to the impact of stress on digestion, why creatine is having a moment in women’s health, and the patience it takes to truly rebuild a gut.

I love how Ben blends the science with the practical, showing us why there’s no one-size-fits-all plan and how small, intentional shifts can be the most powerful. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this episode will bring clarity and direction.

Key Takeaways

Your Body is Unique – There’s no universal protocol; what works must be tailored to your needs and stage of life.

Blood Work Matters – Simple nutrient deficiencies like zinc, magnesium, or vitamin D are often missed in standard testing.

Creatine Isn’t Just for the Gym – Women benefit from creatine for fertility, hormone balance, cognitive health, and beyond.

Gut Health is Foundational – Healing digestion supports hormones, immunity, and overall resilience, but it’s a gradual process.

Stress Impacts Digestion – Cortisol and nervous system dysregulation directly affect how well we absorb and tolerate food.

Plan A, B, and C for Nutrition – Having backup strategies keeps you on track even when life doesn’t go as planned.

Where to Find Our Guest

Ben Cant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bennylifts/

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What happens when the very thing we’ve been told to hide becomes the one thing that unites us? In this conversation with Ali Daddo, we step right into the heart of menopause, shame, and the stories women carry about aging and self-judgment.

Ali shares openly about her own transition, from being one of Australia’s most recognized models to becoming an advocate for women’s health. We talk about the symptoms that shook her, the silence that made it harder, and the empowerment that comes from bringing these conversations into the light. This episode is honest, raw, and ultimately a reminder that we are never alone in this experience.

Key Takeaways

Self-Judgment Runs Deep – Many women struggle more with their own judgment than the perception of others as their bodies change.

Hormone Education Matters – Understanding what’s happening biologically can ease fear and shame during perimenopause and menopause.

Symptoms Can Be Overwhelming – From sleep loss to mental health challenges, menopause affects every aspect of life, and talking about it is key.

Support is Under-Resourced – Women in rural and urban areas alike often struggle to access informed care and compassionate practitioners.

Partners Play a Role – Men can become allies by learning about menopause and showing up in supportive ways, which strengthens relationships.

Self-Care is Essential – Menopause can be the turning point that finally makes women prioritize rest, nutrition, and emotional wellbeing.

Where to Find Our Guest

Ali Daddo’s Website: http://aviiana.com.au

Ali Daddo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alidaddo/

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Ever grabbed a product off the shelf thinking it was healthy, only to later realise it was packed with junk? Mandy Sacher knows that frustration well.

Mandy is Australia’s leading voice in paediatric nutrition, founder of Real Food Rating, and a mother who has turned her passion for truth and transparency into a movement. With more than two decades of experience, she has seen how misleading marketing and outdated guidelines leave families confused and kids unwell. In our chat, Mandy explains how the Health Star rating fails parents, why small swaps at home can change everything, and how her Real Food Rating system is helping families cut through the noise.

This conversation is a reminder that the system is broken, but we have the power to make better choices for our kids and support real change.

Key Takeaways

Food Marketing Misinformation – Labels and Health Star ratings can trick parents into thinking products are healthy when they are not.

Outdated Nutrition Guidelines – Families are still relying on advice based on decade old science.

The Cost of Real Food – Healthy options often cost more, and Mandy is pushing for that to change.

The Real Food Rating – A new system that looks at additives, processing, and wholefood quality, not just sugar and protein.

Creating Change Together – Petitions, education, and collective voices are driving a shift in the food system.

Practical Parenting Tips – Small swaps, positive mealtime experiences, and role modeling healthy choices can make a big difference.

Where to Find Our Guest

Mandy Sacher’s Website: https://realfoodrating.com/

Mandy Sacher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandy_sacher/

Real Food Rating on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodrating/

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Have you ever wondered if sweating it out in a sauna could actually change how you feel? I used to question it too, until I found myself falling in love with the practice and noticing shifts in my sleep, my stress and even my skin.

I share what makes saunas so powerful and why the type you choose really matters. You’ll hear how heat therapy supports your hormones, your energy and your overall sense of wellbeing. I also walk you through the little things that make a big difference like how long to stay in, when to use it around your cycle and what to do before and after so you can get the most from your time in the sauna.

Key Takeaways

Mitochondrial Support – Infrared saunas boost the energy batteries in your cells so your whole body works better.

Detox Pathways – Sweating helps clear waste and supports liver function which is key for hormone health.

Stress Reset – Time in the sauna lowers cortisol so your body is not always running in fight or flight.

Metabolic Boost – Heat therapy mimics mild cardio and supports insulin sensitivity especially helpful for PCOS.

Mood and Sleep – Sauna time lifts serotonin and GABA leaving you calmer and more rested.

Body Signals – Pay attention to how you feel across your cycle and adjust your sauna practice to match.

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Have you ever felt bone-deep exhaustion that no one could explain? Like your body was begging for help, but your blood tests kept coming back 'normal'? That was McCall McPherson's reality until she discovered the truth about her thyroid.

After struggling with debilitating thyroid symptoms and being told her labs were normal, she finally found answers that transformed her health.

McCall, founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, explains why so many thyroid conditions are overlooked, the difference between normal and optimal lab ranges, and the tests that are essential for an accurate diagnosis. She shares how thyroid health connects to hormones, mood, metabolism, and fertility, and offers clear steps women can take to support their thyroid and feel better.

Key Takeaways

Thyroid Symptoms are Often Missed – Fatigue, weight changes, hair loss, brain fog, anxiety, and depression can all be linked to thyroid issues.

Optimal Ranges Matter – Lab ranges are often too broad, and optimal levels provide a more accurate view of thyroid health.

Comprehensive Testing is Essential – A full thyroid panel with TSH, free T4, free T3, reverse T3, and antibodies gives the clearest picture.

Thyroid Health is Linked to Hormones – Low thyroid function can disrupt hormone balance, fertility, and the transition through perimenopause.

Lifestyle Choices Make a Difference – Managing stress, eating nutrient-dense foods, and addressing inflammation can support thyroid health.

Advocating for Yourself is Powerful – Asking for the right tests and seeking informed care can change your quality of life.

Where to Find Our Guest

McCall McPherson’s Website: https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com/

McCall McPherson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccallmcphersonpa

McCall McPherson on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mccallmcpherson

The Complete Thyroid Lab Guide: Understand Your Numbers, Take Back Control: https://gift.modernthyroidclinic.com/

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Constant busyness is leaving women’s bodies in a state of chronic stress, and Dr. Libby Weaver calls this Rushing Women’s Syndrome. It’s a pattern that can quietly disrupt digestion, thyroid health, fertility and energy, often without us realising the connection. We explore how this constant state of urgency affects the body and mind, and what it takes to step out of it.

This conversation continues from part 1, where we laid the groundwork for understanding these patterns. If you haven’t heard it yet, I recommend starting there — you’ll find the links below.

We also look at how caring for others can come at the expense of our own wellbeing, how to notice the traits we push to be known for, and the small shifts that can break that cycle. From there, the conversation moves into perimenopause, showing why symptoms are shaped by far more than just estrogen or progesterone. Dr. Libby explains the role of metabolic health and how to catch the body’s early whispers before they become roars, closing with a reminder about joy and gratitude that can change the tone of your day.

Key Takeaways

Rushing Women’s Syndrome – A term Dr. Libby created to describe the constant production of stress hormones and their impact on digestion, thyroid, fertility and overall health.

‘’Forehead Words’’ Exercise – Identify the traits you want others to see in you and notice how fear of the opposite drives unnecessary stress.

Service vs. Servitude – True contribution comes from a place of genuine care not self sacrifice at the cost of health.

Perimenopause Perspectives – Changing sex hormones can influence symptoms but metabolic health stress and lifestyle shape the overall experience.

Act on the Whisper – Small early signs from the body are invitations to make changes before symptoms become louder and more disruptive.

Let Yourself Have What You Already Have – Joy, gratitude and presence are powerful for nervous system health and restoring energy.

Where to Find Our Guest

Dr. Libby Weaver’s Website: https://drlibby.com/

Dr. Libby Weaver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrLibby/

Spotify Link to Part 1: : https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VsxefJgZ9SnosBdO5uAvp?si=d0ad3047254640c6

Apple Podcasts Link to Part 1:: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/struggling-with-periods-anxiety-or-hair-loss-fixing/id1319159211?i=1000720940168

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What if your anxiety, fatigue, or hair loss isn’t a mindset issue or even a hormone problem?

I sat down with the brilliant Dr. Libby Weaver to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of hormone imbalance, emotional overwhelm, and exhaustion: low iron stores. Dr. Libby is a nutritional biochemist and bestselling author with over 25 years of clinical experience, and she brings a level of clarity and compassion that just lands.

We explore why so many women are unknowingly iron-deficient, how low ferritin can mimic anxiety (especially in teens) and what your blood test results might not be telling you. If you’ve ever been told “your iron is normal” but still feel flat, foggy, or fried, this conversation is going to shift everything!

Key Takeaways

Iron Deficiency Is a Hidden Epidemic – It’s the most common nutritional deficiency in the world, especially among menstruating and stressed women.

Low Ferritin Mimics Anxiety – Depleted iron stores can present as panic, restlessness, or mood swings, particularly in teens and postpartum women.

“Normal” Iron Doesn’t Mean Optimal – Many blood tests miss low ferritin, which acts like your body’s battery; under 50 can mean deep fatigue.

Supplements Aren’t Always the Answer – Whole food-based ferritin iron is more absorbable and gentler than synthetic or infused alternatives.

Investigate the Root Cause – Heavy periods, poor gut absorption, and hidden deficiencies often drive persistent low iron levels.

Iron Fuels Hormonal Harmony – From thyroid function to estrogen balance and emotional resilience, iron underpins your entire hormonal ecosystem.

Where to Find Our Guest

Dr. Libby’s Website: https://drlibby.com

Dr. Libby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrLibby/

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What if the hardest parts of parenting aren't about your child at all but about your own past asking to be seen?

This conversation with Lael Stone cracked something open for me and I know it will for you too. Lael has spent over 20 years walking with families through birth, early childhood, the teen years and beyond. Her work gently but powerfully invites us to stop asking how to fix our kids and start asking how to meet them with more awareness and less of our own baggage. We talked about the parts of mothering that don’t always feel good, how to spot when you’re reacting from your wounds, and how to raise conscious, connected kids without abandoning yourself.

Lael is a TEDx speaker, parenting educator, and founder of Woodline Primary School. She’s the author of “Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children” and her brand new book “Own Your Story” is now available. It’s a powerful guide to healing the imprints of your past so you can show up with clarity, confidence and compassion for yourself and the people you love.

You can grab your copy here:
https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761269424/?v=5e9c52c6d618

Key Takeaways

Our Kids Reflect Our Past – Triggers in parenting are often tied to unhealed childhood experiences we haven’t yet explored

Connection Creates Cooperation – Children are more willing to listen when they feel seen safe and emotionally supported

Perfect Parenting Is a Myth – You don’t have to love every phase of motherhood to be deeply connected to your kids

Healing Starts With Awareness – Your reactions are invitations to pause, reflect and shift old imprints into conscious choices

Letting Go Is Built In – Parenting is a long unfolding of trust and surrender as your children grow into themselves

There’s No Fixing Needed - We are all works in progress and the goal is never perfection just deeper honesty and care

Where to Find Our Guest

Lael Stone’s Website: https://www.laelstone.com.au

Lael Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laelstone/

Lael Stone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laelstone/

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