The Present Day Wise Woman - Healthy Life Hacks With Jennifer Jefferies

‘Jen, what’s the best probiotics to take?’ Just taking probiotics and a poor diet will not reap any benefits. In this episode, Jen explains what probiotics are and how your prebiotics feeds into them, and why it’s important to marry the two.

The Camino Way (The Camino de Santiago) is the way of the gospel walked by James the Apostle. It has been 10 years since Jen completed the walk herself. In this episode, Jen is sharing lessons she learnt from her journey.

A question Jen frequently gets asked “If there was a bottom line of things you want to be doing in nutrition wise to help us age well, what would it be?” In this episode, Jen shares her top 4 priorities that influence and feeds her body as she ages.

'Jen, my tracking device tells me that I'm not getting 8 hours of deep sleep per night.' In this episode, Jen explains how deep sleep is a crucial part of the sleep cycle and why you should stop wearing sleep trackers.  

What is the story, how did you guys meet? In this episode, Jen and Alice share their love story, about finding love later in life and how if you're searching for love, you need to show up for it. 

David Wood is your guide to The Kickass Life. In this episode, Jen continues her chat with her mentor Mr. David TS Woods on how to live a kick ass life.

David Wood is your guide to a The Kickass Life. In this episode, Jen chats to her mentor Mr. David TS Woods about one of her biggest breakthroughs in life, finding her range.

We will always have some monsters in our life - people who disagree, or may even hate on us. However, we get to choose to feed them or not. In this episode, Jen explores the importance of picking your battles and whether it's even worth your time, as time is your most valuable commodity.

It’s not what you do, but don’t do that brings us to a state of personal power. In this episode, Jen explores the difference of FOMO versus JOMO.

Niacin is a vitamin that acts as an antioxidant and plays a role in cell signalling and DNA repair. In this episode, Jen explains the symptoms of niacin deficiency, what niacin does and where you can source niacin.

Will a sauna help me? In this episode, Jen talks about Infra-red Saunas, why she loves them and how they can help with high blood pressure, heart failure, Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, headaches, Type 2 diabetes, and arthritis.

Muscle mass decreases approximately 3–8% per decade after the age of 30 and this rate of decline is even higher after the age of 60. In this episode, Jen explains the importance of protein and how much you need to have as you get older.

Where do you spend your 1% per day? People have forgotten how to play. In this episode, Jen break down the importance of play in our physical and mental health.

There are so many magnesiums out there, it's like a minefield! In this episode, Jen explains the types of magnesium, what you need to be aware of and what foods you can obtain your daily doses from.

Do you find it a struggle to say No? In this episode, Jen explains that ‘No’ is a complete sentence and shares how we can substitute saying no.

Think good health is just about consuming the right food and exercising? Think again. In this episode, Jen dives into the three areas of health – the attitudinal, emotional and physical – and explains how one area out of balance can derail your whole system if you’re not careful.

'Jen, what is this melatonin thing you talking about?’ In this episode, Jen explains what melatonin is, and how it benefits your sleep and your body.

‘Jen why can’t I focus today?’ Research shows that nearly 50% of people regularly have problems focusing and concentrating. In this episode, Jen talks about short term focus and what strategies you can do to help long term.

You are halfway through that chocolate bar when you suddenly become riddled with guilt. In this episode, Jen explains why we are emotionally eating and how we can stop that in a holistic way.

Life can messy, but how do you show up in it? How do you take your stance as ‘unmessable’. In this episode, Jen talks about life and the moment where you draw the line in the sand to be unmessable and way to can remind yourself to keep being unmessable.

Are you frequently snacking on Trail Mix feeling you’re taking care of your body. In this episode, Jen explains some of the hidden traps with trail mixes and what you do to avoid them.

Do you find yourself looking at your nails wondering what all those marks mean? In this episode, Jen explains that ridges or marks on nails can be more than unsightly but may also indicate a nutritional deficiency.

The dirty dozen and the clean 15....these are the fruit and vegetables recognised by the Department of Agric as having high and low levels of pesticides. In this episode, Jen shares which foods are the dirty dozen and which are the clean 15.

Your body gets to a point where the adrenals are so tired from life that flogging yourselves in the gym to get more energy and lose weight. In this episode, Jen interviews Dr. Alice MacKinnon on why and how specific mindful movements help to recharge the adrenal glands.

How are you setting yourself up for a good night's sleep? Or, are you just dropping into bed and hoping you get a good night's sleep? In this episode, Jen shares how Jen and Alice set their intention for a great night's sleep.

How do you wake up every day? Do you just jump out of bed and start running, or do you set your intentions for the day ahead? In this episode, Jen shares how Jen and Alice they mindfully set the intention for how they want their day to be. 

70% of women have low libido and statistics say as you get older the more it drops. Yikes! In this episode, Jen shares her healthy hacks to increase your libido.

Sleep studies have shown that between 30% - 48% of older adults suffer from sleep insomnia. In this episode, Jen shares her tips to prepare yourself for a great night's sleep.

If you could have a drink a day that would help with your immunity and digestion each day would you? In this episode, Jen shares her favourite recipe for fire water which helps reboot your digestive system.

Are you constantly wanting to make that transformational change in your life but you feel you're not getting there? In this episode, Jen chats with Sean Hawthorne to talk about the shortest and most sustainable path to achieving your goals.

Have you had your M.E.D.S. today? This is a great reference shared by Tim Baker in his book ‘Patting the Shark’.  In this episode, Jen explores what M.E.D.S. means, and how you can incorporate it in your daily life.

Over the last couple of years, we have seen an increase in our lives, feeling like there is just too much happening. In this episode, Jen shares techniques she uses to bring calm, and enable her to cope when the constant life stresses.

“Jen, I love salt please tell me it’s good for me.” Yes….and No. In this episode, Jen explores the different types of salts and which ones are bad for you and which ones are good for you.

Over the last couple of years, we have seen an increase in our lives, feeling like there is just too much happening. In this episode, Jen shares techniques she uses to bring calm, and enable her to cope when the constant life stresses. 

Researchers found that napping 3 times a week can reduce your risk of heart disease by 37 percent. In this episode, Jen shares research she's found on the benefits of napping and shares her hacks on napping the right way to reap the true value of them.

Love is what we are born with and hate is what we are taught. Hate comes from fear. In this episode, Jen explores how love and hate impact our worlds and share some of the techniques she uses to bring more love into her life

How many times have you heard this, "if I just eat this, I'll have my summer bikini body in a few weeks!" OR “If I just do this exercise my abbs will pop in a week!” In this episode, Jen shares why quick fixes don’t work and what you should be doing to get those results.

We hear things all the time from our environment, words that people say. We can choose to allow them to impact us or not. In this episode, Jen shares one of her life lessons on how words and behaviours impact health and what you can choose to do to change that.

We hear things all the time from our environment, words that people say. We can choose to allow them to impact us or not. In this episode, Jen shares one of her life lessons on how words and behaviours impact health and what you can choose to do to change that.

Some stress is good for us, but too much can harm our health – and waistline. In this episode, Jen shares how stress can significantly impact weight gain and why, if you want to get your weight under control, you need to manage your stress better first.

Aristotle described the heart as the most important organ and the centre of vitality in the body. In this episode, Jen shares why he was right and what you can do to look after your heart and help it to function optimally.

Is your perfectionism holding you back? Do you regularly procrastinate because you are waiting to get things perfect? In this episode, Jen explains how the pursuit of perfection can perpetuate shame, blame and judgement and why it's far more productive to strive for excellence, not perfection.

When the stress and pressure of life are mounting do you crack or compact? In this episode, Jen looks at what we can do to build our tolerance to stress so when it comes, we can stand firm and stable and not crack under pressure.

What is the dance of life? As we know life can throw us curve balls every once in a while. In this episode, Jen explores what the dance of life is and how the 3Fs and 4Rs come to play their role in helping you navigate those challenges.

A mystical state of bliss that requires you to open your mind body and soul channels, that is Soulphoria, the new book written by author Alessandra Sagredo. In this episode, Jen interviews Alessandra on Soulphoria and how you can achieve soulphoria in your life.

Aging is a disease, a disease that is ‘treatable’. Dr. David Sinclair is a leading world authority on genetics and longevity and in his book, ‘Lifespan’ explores Why We Age - and Why We Don't Have To’. In this episode, Jen explore discusses Dr. Sinclair’s book, longevity genes, and how focusing on your nutrition can enable you to age strongly.

Do you keep putting yourself at the bottom of the list because you think you’re too busy for self-care? In this episode, Jen will share why you are too busy not to prioritise your self-care and how life gets much easier when you invest in yourself. You’ll discover nine ways to consciously care for yourself - even in the busiest week.

"I’m fine. I am. I really am. I’m fine. Yep, I’m good. I’m coping. I’m fine.” But, the reality is, when you say that you are fine, you generally aren’t. In this episode, Jen explains what happens when we say, “I’m fine”, and the impacts of numbing our emotions when the world seems too big and complex.

Eggs are good for you. They really are. But not all eggs are what they are cracked up to be. In this episode, Jen explains the different types of eggs available at your local supermarket and shares the best and worst free-range eggs you can buy.

Think exercise is too hard to fit into your busy schedule? Think again. When life gets busy, our self-care routine is the first to go, but it comes at a high cost to our health and sanity. In this episode, Jen reveals that even 10 minutes of exercise a day can make a big difference to your health and wellbeing and shares simple ways you can fit moving your body into your everyday routine.

Has your body not been the same since menopause? Are you struggling to know if you are bloating or gaining weight? In this episode, Jen explains how you can tell the difference and shares nine hacks to help you reduce and prevent bloating.

Do you feel like you have low energy all the time and can't seem to lose weight? It could be your metabolism. In this episode, Jen explains what your metabolism is and shares five simple habits that you can implement to boost your metabolism daily.

When life doesn't operate on your timeline, do you get angry and annoyed? Want patience - NOW? In this episode, Jen shares how having patience isn't about being passive; it's about having power. Discover five ways you can cultivate patience and learn to appreciate going with the flow of life.

When we work hard, we rest. But what about the body systems that constantly clean and detoxify our bodies? To perform optimally, these systems also need rest, and this is where cleansing comes in. In this episode, Jen shares the incredible health benefits you can receive with cleansing and how to do it so that it doesn't create more stress on your body.

Step away from the fridge! How many times do you go to the fridge or cupboard looking for something to eat when you aren’t really hungry? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jen shares how boredom is the biggest trigger for snacking - and what you can do to change your habits.

Do you ever wish you had better focus? Do you find yourself constantly disrupted by distractions? In this episode, Jen shares the reasons behind why your mind can be quick to wander and the nine habits you need to develop to sharpen your focus and boost your productivity.

Have you ever given yourself the freedom of a blank canvas? It's where you change an area of your life so dramatically that nothing is yet decided or planned? In this episode, Jen shares how she gave up her safe and predictable income to move her career in a completely different direction - despite fear and uncertainty. Learn the five steps on how you can create a blank canvas and give yourself the freedom of letting your imagination run wild to create a life you love.

Are you experiencing uncomfortable symptoms like indigestion, heartburn, nausea, cramping, bloating, or gas? It could be because your gut chemistry is out of balance. In this episode, Jen talks about digestive bitters and the foods, fruits and herbs you can have to ease your symptoms and improve digestion.

One key ingredient to looking younger is a great sex life. In this episode, Jen gets real and asks the crucial question, “Do you want a luscious life that has passion, excitement and sex?” As Jen explains, it often comes down to the language we use around our relationships.

Think you need to work hard before you can rest? In this episode, Jen explains why rest isn’t a reward; it’s a basic human need. If you haven’t been factoring in regular downtime, this is your wake-up call. Find out how you can be a happier, healthier, and more well-rounded person by incorporating more rest into your day.

Are you telling yourself that you will start your goals in the New Year? In this episode, Jen shares why you need to stop delaying your success and start implementing your new habits now! If you want to end the year strong, then start becoming the person you want to be next year - today.

Do you have people in your life who are energy suckers? They can be the nicest of people with the best of intentions, but after every conversation, they leave you drained and exhausted. In this episode, Jen shares multiple strategies of how you can protect your energy from any energy suckers you come across.

As we get closer to ending 2021, it feels like we are closing out two years, with many of us returning to normal life for the first time since the onset of COVID-19. But how do we find our way back after this big global reset and a fundamental change in who we are and how we live? In this episode, Jen interviews renowned corporate strategist and personal coach Sharon Styman to discover how we can re-emerge to end the year strong and find a new and better way of living.

Everyone you come into contact with can teach you something - if you let your mind be open. In this episode, Jen discusses the dangers of a closed mind and shares the benefits of including those you often exclude. When you open your mind, you will find that you also open up your life to more amazing people.

Every moment of every day, our attitude and energy impact those around us. Whether we infect people in a good or bad way is up to us. In this episode, Jen shares the importance of living life, enjoying the moment and sharing our joy and happiness out loud.

If you bought a million-dollar racehorse, how would you look after it to ensure it maintained its value? Chances are you would nurture it physically, emotionally and mentally. Why then, don’t we do it to ourselves? In this episode, Jen gives us the wake-up call we all need and reminds us that we pay the price at some point - it’s either now or later.

Are you showing yourself self-love? In this episode, Jen chats to Kim Morrison, who set a world record as the youngest female to run 100 miles in less than 24 hours, about the importance of mindset and self-love to thrive in today’s world. Be inspired by Kim’s unwavering self-belief and deep understanding that you must take care of yourself first and foremost.

How often do you shrink your success so you don’t  make others feel insecure? In this episode, Jen breaks down the famous poem ‘Our Deepest Fear’ by Maryanne Williamson and discusses the important realisation we all need to have, that we can have a far greater impact by empowering others through our growth than playing small to make others feel safe.

If you do what is hard, life will be easy. If you do what is easy, life will be hard. In this episode, Jen builds on these wise words by Les Brown and shares that while we may want to do what is easy first, real growth is found in doing the hard things first.

In life, we often eat for pleasure, but food can also have therapeutic benefits. In this episode, Jen shares her favourite therapeutic snack, her anti-inflammatory hummus. Find out how each of the ingredients can help heal your body and get the recipe so you can quickly whip it up at home!

Are you struggling to be happy? Then it’s time to take conscious steps to turn on your happy hormones. In this episode, Jen delves into each of the happy hormones Dopamine (reward), Oxytocin (love), Serotonin (mood stabiliser) and Endorphins (your body’s pain killers) and the simple actions you can do daily to turn them on for greater happiness.

Are you tired of not getting the results you want? In this episode, Jen shares the secret of making anything work and spoiler alert; it’s not about working harder. It’s about knowing what you want and being so positive about it that nothing else but success is possible.

Fasting is a great way to support your overall health and give rest and relaxation to your body systems. In this episode, Jen shares the what, when and how of fasting and explains how it can assist with weight loss, reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, increase sleep and assist in your overall longevity.

What you think about you bring about. Are you reinforcing positive or negative thoughts? In this episode, Jen talks about the power of our thoughts and how they can become deeply engrained, impacting our beliefs, actions and habits. You’ll find out about the three Rs (reminder, routine, and reward) and how they can change the way you look at the world.

What are you doing to look after your mental health? Are you prioritising it as much as your physical health? In this episode, Jen explains the role of the Serotonin, Dopamine and Cortisol hormones and how they impact our mood, memory, and movement throughout the day. You'll learn the warning signs that tell you when you're out of balance and what to feed your brain for good mental health.

Want to be strong, fit and healthy in your old age - and remember it? Did you know that dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, impacting 70% of all people living with dementia. In this episode, Jen shares how you can prevent Alzheimer’s and support your mind and body to ensure your brain stays active, sharp and healthy as you age.

Do you dread going to work? Unfortunately, most of us will work in a toxic workplace at some point in our lives. The constant negativity, blaming, justifying, complaining, conflict and gossiping can suck the life out of you and have real impacts on your health. In this episode, Jen will share strategies to help your body adapt in a toxic workplace and not be taxed from it if you do decide to keep working there.

Hugging can have incredible benefits on our physical, emotional and mental health. Studies have even shown that giving and receiving a minimum of five hugs a day can reduce the risk of viral respiratory illness by 30%. In this episode, Jen shares how hugs can boost our innate immunity, restore our mental health and bring greater happiness.

Have you been told that you have high cholesterol? The good news is that this lifestyle ailment is easy to prevent and quick to fix when you know what to do - and do it! In this episode, Jen talks about fats - the good, the bad and the very bad and gives practical tips on how you can reduce your cholesterol and eat your way to good heart health.

When our body is more acidic than it should be, we can have skin issues, aches and pains, junk food cravings and inflammation. In this environment, sickness and disease can thrive. So how do you bring your body back into its natural alkaline corridor? In this episode, Jen reveals the factors that can make our body more acidic and what you can do to bring your body back into balance.

Tell the truth all the time with compassion; these are the eight most powerful words that you can live your life by. In this episode, Jen shares why just telling the truth is not enough and how you can live into your reality, be authentic and deliver a message that people may not want to hear with kindness. Going through the differences of speaking from your head vs speaking from your heart, Jen will help you have difficult conversations in a way that it’s received with ultimate impact and influence.

When the seasons change, it can have significant impacts on our skin. Whether you’re in a climate of hot and dry, cold and dry, experiencing both extremes due to air-conditioning or high humidity, our skin can go through a range of changes that require extra care to be taken. In this episode, Jen shares what you need to look after your skin every season, including water intake, moisturising, spritzing, bathing, soaps and essential oils.

Do you shy away from situations that push you out of your comfort zone? Maybe it's attending networking events, speaking up in a meeting or starting a conversation with someone new. In this episode, Jen admits to being a shy introvert herself and shares her tips for not letting shyness hold you back from achieving your goals and dreams.

Are you over 50? In Western society, we can often shun ageing, but it's time we see this second part of our lives for what it really is - the best and most exciting years of our life. With kids grown and a successful career had, you can often find yourself called for another purpose. In this episode, Jen shares how you can lean into this new purpose and add significant value to younger generations and society at large as a wisdom keeper.

Do you find yourself needing a drink every day to unwind? In this episode, Jen shares her own story with alcohol and explains that there's a big difference between choosing to have a drink and needing to have a drink. To help you come from the point of prevention, Jen shares other rituals to put in place, drinks to savour, and ways to destress to prevent needing a drink at the end of the day.

Every day our self-talk affirms the beliefs we have about ourselves - good or bad. That's what makes affirmations so powerful; they allow us to take control of our thoughts and become more mindful of the words and stories we tell ourselves. In this episode, Jen shares how to craft powerful affirmations and use your language to serve and not sabotage.

Are you having trouble doing the things you know you should or would like to do? Procrastination is the habit of delaying a task or goal by distracting yourself with something easier, more enjoyable and often less urgent. While it can seem fun, gratifying and even productive in the moment, it ultimately prevents you from getting where you really want to be. In this episode, Jen shares three practical tips to ditch procrastination so you can get on with achieving your goals.

Do you feel like you are drowning daily? Think you're meant to keep on struggling without help? Think again. In this episode, Jen talks about the importance of asking for help and tells it straight - asking for help isn't a sign that you are giving up; it's a sign you are downright refusing to.

Amazing things happen when you walk tall. There is something energising about it. As you put your shoulders back and hold your abdomen in, your body is supported, your lungs fill properly, your digestive and nervous systems work more effectively, and you open your heart to the world. In this episode, Jen shares the importance of walking tall for your physical and emotional health and gets vulnerable to why she didn't for a long time.

The things that are around us the most are what influences us the most. In this episode, Jen explains the power of proximity and how we need to move the bad (an energy-sucking activity, food we keep craving or a toxic relationship) away from us and the good towards us. If you’ve been struggling with breaking a habit or dependency, then this episode is for you!

Do aches and pains plague you? Not the muscle overuse type of discomfort, but that pulsating, throbbing, hot inflammation pain that can vary in severity throughout your body. In this episode, Jen shares treatment ideas to help you recover from aches and pains as quickly as possible and start living from a place of prevention.

The sad reality is that most people will wait until they hit rock bottom before they look after their health. But career success and cool toys are worth nothing if you aren’t well enough to enjoy them. In this episode, Jen shares how to reorder your values and habits to move yourself up the priority list and invest in your health before getting a life-altering diagnosis or condition.

Did you know that 50% of post-menopausal women experience vaginal dryness, and 17% of women aged 18-50 experience problems with vaginal dryness during sex? In this episode, Jen delves into the causes for vaginal dryness like menopause, insufficient arousal, disconnection with your partner, stress, worry and overwork and what you can do to bring back the juicy life.

Mental health and self-care have become much bigger conversations since the pandemic significantly changed how we live and work. In this episode, Jen explains the concept of a Doona Day, a self-care day to take when those daily stressors are tipping you over the edge, and you need a time out. If you’re finding that you’re not sleeping well, are short and snappy, and dreading Monday it might be time for a Doona Day!

Are you finding yourself losing it over the tiniest things? In this episode, Jen delves into anger and frustration and what is sitting behind these big emotions - unmet expectations. You will learn why the typical reaction of forcing your anger down and beating yourself up will only lead to more anger. She’ll share how you can switch from reacting to responding and why you need to be kinder to yourself, particularly in these stressful times.

Did you know that there are five main types of headaches? In this episode, Jen talks about migraines, tension, sinus, cluster and sexual headaches, why they come, how you can prevent them, the best ways to treat them and when you should get them checked by a doctor.

What are you striving for a reasonable life or an extraordinary life? A reasonable life is good, comfortable and predictable, but an extraordinary life is remarkable, amazing and packed full of juicy experiences. In this episode, Jen shares how you can make your life extraordinary by ditching excuses and stretching your comfort zone.

How many times in life do you give the best to everyone else only to save the burnt leftovers for you? In this episode, Jen gets real about putting yourself last and explains why continual self-sacrificing is not the right thing to do but rather a disservice to the ones you love the most.

Food is essential to our wellbeing, but occasionally our desire for it can go out of balance. Whether you are eating too much, too little or to console your emotions, in this episode, Jen shares what influences your appetite and how to bring it back into balance.

Imagine if you could improve your happiness, lower your stress, boost your resistance to common ailments, enhance your physiological and psychological wellbeing and build your self-esteem, self-confidence and coping skills. In this episode, Jen shares four powerful words that can help you achieve all of it.

Did you know that it takes an average of 23 minutes and 15 seconds to get back to a task once you are distracted? In this episode, Jen talks about how you can minimise distraction, take back control of your time and sharpen your focus to prevent overwhelm.

Is every day feeling like Groundhog Day? You get up you feed, you go to work you feed, you come home you feed and go to sleep, then wake up and do it all over again. In this episode, Jen shares how you can break the cycle and have an epic year regardless of the restrictions on you at the moment.

In traditional Chinese medicine, ginger is used to remedy a wide range of issues, including aches and pains, inflammation, chest congestion, coughs and colds, digestion, and metabolism problems. In this episode, Jen talks about the health benefits of having more ginger in your diet and how daily ginger shots can be beneficial for staying strong, fit and healthy.

Our skin is what protects us from the outside world, making it one of our largest and most important organs. Are you treating it like one? Continuing with the topic of great skin, Jen shares more tips to improve your complexion, including how to get a healthy glow, what essential oils to use, the toxins to reduce and avoid and more.

Want great skin, but nothing seems to work? In this episode, which is part 1 of 2, Jen shares how to have great skin and age well. You will learn how to protect your skin and renew your skin cells, what cleansers and moisturisers to use and why you need more Vitamins A, C and E in your diet.

Think arriving on time is the way to show up in life? Think again. In this episode, Jen explains why being on time is actually late and why arriving early is a sign of deep respect for someone else’s time and a sure way to minimise the stress and pressure in your life.

Did you know that these days most people are low in iron? In this episode, Jen talks about the signs of low iron, what can impact your absorption of it and how you can make sure you get enough iron-rich foods in your diet, including great plant-based options for vegetarians.

Do some people trigger an emotional response in you? In this episode, Jen explains how these triggers act as an emotional mirror and that what shows up in our life (the good, the bad and the ugly) reflects something in us. Jen shares how to use these triggers as opportunities to analyse who we are or have been and turn them into life lessons to learn and grow from.

As 2020 comes to an end, it’s crucial to close out the year properly so you can start the New Year with renewed hope, motivation and strength. In this episode, Jen takes you through her end of year habits and gives us a necessary reminder to think beyond our current restrictions to dream without limitations.

A lot has been said about butter and margarine over the years, so how do you know what the healthiest choice is for you? In this episode, Jen debunks the myths around butter and margarine and shares the pros and cons so that you can make an informed decision for your health. Plus, you’ll also hear what Jen uses and how she keeps it as close to nature as possible.

General Adaptation Syndrome or GAS as it is often called is a term used to determine your body’s reaction to stress. Good stress, that nervous excitement you can get, has been proven to be good for you, but bad stress, that constant day-in-day-out stress isn’t, it taxes your body significantly, particularly your adrenal glands. In this episode, Jen explains the three stages of GAS - the alarm reaction, resistance stage and exhaustion stage, and shares the risks to your health when you stay months or years in the amped-up flight or fright zone.

When you think about how friendships are formed, they start by one person saying "hello" and you both finding common ground. As for best friendships? This happens when you let your guard down, and the other person in and they reciprocate. In this episode, Jen explains how you can create deeper friendships faster - and why life is too short not to let people in.

What you think about you bring about! Your thoughts and language can have a drastic impact on your mindset and what you manifest in life. So, if you are thinking crap thoughts, guess what? You are going to bring about more crap in your life! In this episode, Jen shares how you can shift your mindset to stop living your future out of your past to manifest what you really want.

Are you a driven, go-hard person who loves to learn and achieve constantly? In this episode, Jen talks about how she had to learn to balance her desire to keep doing with simply being to prevent burnout. From listening to fiction books to taking the time to self-care and nurture yourself, Jen will share tips on how you can achieve more by bringing greater balance to your life.

Are you hiding behind the word 'but'? 'But' is a word we often use as an excuse or justification for our actions or lack of actions. If you aren't careful, it can disempower you from playing the bigger game you want to play. In this episode, Jen discusses the importance of watching your words and shares strategies to help you move your but to start living the life you want to live.

Stress and anxiety from life, trauma and illness can stay locked in our muscle memory and cause energy blockages, imbalances and disease in our bodies. Kinesiology is a therapy that uses muscle monitoring to help bring about balance and awareness. In this episode, Jen speaks to Sal from Flow State Mind Breathe Motion, to find out more about kinesiology and how it can help you to be more in tune with your body.

In the year 2020, the only certainty has been uncertainty. With emotions heightened from a stressful year and the impending holiday season, it’s crucial to get insight into your emotional needs. In this episode, Jen does a surrogate reading of her Aromatherapy Insight Cards to identify three essential oils to help and support you to close out the year strong, fit and healthy.

Have you ever wondered why you can only give blood every 2-3 months? It’s because you need to wait until you complete a full blood cycle. In this episode, Jen talks about how your blood and body regenerates and why you need to think in seasons if you want to make long-term changes to your health and habits.

Do you like waiting to have everything figured out before you take action? In this episode, Jen reveals the power of saying yes to goals and opportunities before you are ready, and how taking more action will lead to less self-doubt.

Ever wondered what the difference is between sugars? In this episode, Jen delves into the facts about Stevia, Xylitol, Sorbitol, Coconut Sugar, Maple Syrup and Agave and reveals the good sugars and some surprisingly bad ones.

Have you ever experienced obstacle after obstacle when trying to achieve a goal? When you push hard for what we want in life that energy can end up pushing away the very thing you want most. In this episode, Jen talks about the role of energy in success and the importance of shifting your energy from push to flow to attract and not repel what you want.

Your happy hormones can have a significant impact on your confidence, drive, motivation and success - so how do you make sure they are in balance and working for you? In this episode, Jen talks about Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin and Endorphins and how you can hack your happy hormones to get the hits of happy that help you live and achieve more.

What is holding you back from everything you want to be and do? Chances are the same thing that holds all of us back - fear. In this episode, Jen explains that fear has the same physical response in our body as excitement; the only difference is the way we think about it and breathe through it.

The Keto Diet and Intermittent Fasting have become trendy over the last few years, and while they have their place, they are not ideal for weight loss. In this episode, Jen explains how the Keto Diet and Intermittent Fasting puts enormous pressure on your body systems through deprivation and is not sustainable for the long-term.

Maintaining self-discipline is often the secret to getting the rewards we want and the growth we need - so why do we struggle so much with it? In this episode, Jen shares tips on how to stay focused and motivated when we don’t feel like it, and why it’s vital to run towards the things that appear ‘too hard’.

Your lymphatic system is the vacuum cleaner of your blood. It helps rid your body of toxins, waste and other nasties, making it an essential part of your immune system. But as the laziest system in your body, it doesn’t do its job well without your help. In this episode, Jen shares simple hacks to help you support your lymphatic system to boost your overall health.

The closest feeling we can experience to love is fascination. When you are fascinated with someone, you are present, engaged, listening and connected. The only challenge is, most of us try to be fascinating, the object of attention, instead of being fascinated, giving someone else our attention. In this episode, Jen discusses the importance of being fascinated to give others the attention and connection they need and deserve.

Are the stressors of life affecting your libido? When you are stressed, your adrenal energy, hormone levels, and sexual desire can be impacted in a big way. In this episode, Jen gets real about sex and shares how you can get your body out of survival mode, so it doesn't turn your libido off as a way to cope with stress.

Ever thought you don't know what to do to next to move forward in an area of your life? In this episode, Jen will challenge you with her belief that we all do know what to do - we just don't do it. Demonstrating that there is a big difference between knowing what we need to do and doing what we need to do, Jen sheds light on the big issues that get in our way - procrastination, self-sabotage and not listening to your intuition.

Think you can isolate one body system, take action to support and improve it and have your overall health improve? Think again. There's not one quick and easy fix. In this episode, Jen explains the importance of looking at your body as a whole, to move beyond symptoms and get to the root cause.

Emotions play a significant role in both our health and illness. In this episode, Jen talks about how to identify emotional stress in your body and choose the right essential oils by using Aromatherapy Insight Cards. Jen is joined by friend, artist and illustrator of her Aromatherapy Insight Cards, Karen Osborn.

For many being skinny is at the top of their health goals, but skinny doesn't mean healthy. In this episode, Jen explains why body weight isn't the best indicator of internal wellbeing and provides tips around how you can be and feel your healthiest self.

When things go wrong, do you beat yourself up or build yourself up? If you’re like most people, you criticise yourself and then compare your failure to the perceived success of someone else, but this doesn’t serve you. In this episode, Jen shares why we need to screw up, learn, tweak and try again to grow and the importance of spending most of our time focusing on our strengths and celebrating our progress.

When your digestive enzymes are out of balance, your body is unable to digest your food properly and absorb the nutrients it needs to function effectively. In this episode, Jen talks about the signs your body will give you when your gut chemistry is out and what you can do to bring it back into balance.

Are you so busy living in the past or the future that you’re not enjoying the present? In this episode, Jen shares how slowing down and focusing on one thing at a time can reignite your passion, bring more excitement into your life, minimise your stress and improve your overall health.

When you’re stressed, your body can start to crave foods for comfort. In this episode, Jen delves into what your stress cravings can mean and how you can give your body and more specifically your brain what it needs without giving in to those sugar, carbs and fatty cravings.

We live in a day and age where everything is expected instantly, and it’s causing us enormous amounts of stress and pressure. In this episode, Jen shares one of her stress minimising strategies; a simple question helps her assess the priority of the tasks and activities in her day and determine whether it needs to be done now, later or by someone else.

If you want to keep your nutrition in balance it’s not a pyramid that you should be basing your meal choices on, but a square. In this episode, Jen shares why the pyramid isn’t balanced and breaks down the foods and the portions you should be eating to maintain good health.

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Do you love staying in your comfort zone? In this spontaneous episode, Jen shares how she lets herself get comfortably uncomfortable by choosing a life of ‘yes’. You’ll hear about her latest challenge that got her so uncomfortable she had to accept help to get through it.

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Think your pimples are due to hormones? Think again. In this episode, Jen explains why your breakouts and where they are on your face can tell you a lot about your nutrition and how well specific body systems are working. You’ll also learn how to guard against pimples by protecting your skin from the inside out.

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Love a good cup of tea? These days many people are making the switch to tea for a healthier option, but did you know some teas are worse than coffee? In this episode, Jen takes you through the different types of teas and shares which ones are the best to sip and enjoy.

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Are you burning the candle at both ends? Stress, chronic depression and unhappiness can tax your body in ways you don’t even realise. In this episode, Jen looks at what you can do daily to minimise your stress, support your wellbeing and ensure you are lengthening your life - not shortening it. 

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Your poo can tell you a lot about your health. In this episode, Jen answers all of the secret poo questions you've been wondering about but haven't wanted to ask. You'll learn what your poo should look like, what deficiencies it can reveal, how frequently you should go and how much it can impact your health if you're not emptying well.

Life wasn't meant to be easy if it was, how would we grow? There will come a time where things don't go to plan; we'll be thrown out of balance, and events will rock you to your very core. But, as Jen shares in this episode, it's often these life-changing moments that change you into a better person or lead you to more remarkable outcomes. 

Sleepy, sluggish, stressed? Jen shares the three essentials needed to reboot tired adrenal glands - good food, good rest and good play! You’ll learn fun and practical ways to take the stress off your adrenals including a list of the best foods to support your recovery.

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We know the importance of nourishing our bodies – but what about our minds? In this episode, Jen talks about the importance of looking after your mental wellbeing through stress and shares tips on how to stay optimistic – even through a pandemic.

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Healing oils and herbs have been used as remedies for thousands of years. In this episode, Jen shares how this natural ‘old-time pharmacy’ can help keep those nasty bugs and pathogens away. Plus you’ll hear about Jen’s go-to blend that ensures she’s breathing clean and filtered air to stay well especially in times like now in 2020.

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Could bum glue be to blame for your ailments? In this episode, Jen explains how refined and processed grains, aka ‘bum glue’ can get stuck in your body and cause inflammation and illness. Take her quick test to see if ‘bum glue’ is an issue for you and find out how you can get it gone!

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Is there any time better to get your health right than in the middle of a global pandemic? In this episode, Jen shares the extra measures she’s taking to boost her immune system, including the foods, herbs and spices she swears by to keep your health in check.

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Think good health is just about consuming the right food and exercising? Think again. In this episode, Jen dives into the three areas of health - the attitudinal, emotional and physical - and explains how one area out of balance can derail your whole system if you’re not careful. 

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Find yourself running out of energy? Getting broken sleep? You might be stuck in adrenal survival mode. In this reality checking episode, Jen shares her story of burnout and why sleep is the key to recharging your adrenal glands and getting your Qi - your energy and life force - reflowing.

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