The Present Day Wise Woman - Healthy Life Hacks With Jennifer Jefferies
Episodes
The biggest frustration in a woman's life is that scales lie
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Even though scales seem to provide precise measurements, they can often give a deceptive picture, particularly regarding a woman's weight. In this...
What happens in a pelvic floor exam for prolapse
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jen talks with Georgia, Women’s Health physiotherapist, about all the ins and outs of a pelvic floor examination for prolaps...
Are you a control freak?
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jen in conversation with Dr. Maz Roginski, a specialist in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as they explore the impacts of clinging too tightly to c...
Pessaries and pelvic floor prolapse
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pessaries are non-surgical devices used to support areas affected by pelvic floor prolapse, providing relief from symptoms by repositioning and stabil...
Why we are feeling not happy or maybe depressed
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jen explores the connection between our emotional wellbeing and the heart meridian with Dr. Maz Roginski, a Traditional Chinese Medicine expert. They ...
How fibre is the missing key to your gut health
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you bloated, gassy, farty, get heartburn, constipated, runny bum, abdominal discomfort, weak immune system, weight gain, chronic fatigue or fatigu...
Best ways to cook different vegetables for best nutrition
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'Jen, should I eat my vegetables raw or cooked?' In this episode, Jen shares ways you can cook your vegetables to get the best nutrition.
Moving From Fear To Excitement
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that? Your body only knows if you are scared or excited by the way you breathe. In this episode, Jen talks about how we move ourselves fr...
The 7 Steps To Sanity
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to the World Health Organisation, work-related stress is the disease of the 20th Century. Stress is one of those things that we all experien...
Breaking The Stress Loop
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stress, defined by Lazarus, is when the demands exceed the personal and social resources the individual is able to mobilise to adapt to the conditions...
The Wheel of Life
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If wheels aren't perfectly circular, the ride is anything but smooth. Similarly, if your 'wheel of life' isn't balanced and well-round...
What type of fat are you?
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that there are 6 types of body fat? In this episode, Jen explores what each type is and the key factors you need to keep in mind when try...
The Three Essentials For A Vital Libido
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More than 1 billion women have pelvic floor disorders like incontinence or prolapse. In this episode, Jen explore the 3 essentials for a vital libido....
The Five Things That Motivate and Drive You
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you wondered what your drivers are? The things motivate and drive you to do the things you do. In this episode join Jen as she takes you through ...
How anxiety, energy and adrenals are influenced by the kidneys
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen talks to Dr of Traditional Chinese Medicine Maz Roginski about how our kidneys influence our adrenal glands, energy and even anxiety.
How emotions can lead to fatty liver and more
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen talks to Dr of Traditional Chinese Medicine Maz Roginski, about how emotions are stored in the liver and how that then influences our physical hea...
Why women over 50 need over 100 grams of protein a day
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that women over 50 need to have 100 grams of protein a day? In this episode, Jen talks about why it's essential and what foods you ca...
Mastering The Mundane - How Consistency Brings Sustainable Change
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The things that we do consistently in life is the thing that brings us results in life. And we spend 80% of our time doing the mundane! That's rig...
Why Brazil Nuts Can Help Support Your Thyroid
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1 in 8 women experience thyroid issues in their lifetime. In this episode, Jen shares one simple step you can do to support your thyroid, eating brazi...
She puts needles where to help fix your pelvic floor prolapse
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen is working with Fanny Physio Dr Sarah Mattin to help treat her prolapse. In this episode, Dr Sarah Mattin gets real with all of the treatments inc...
How working too hard influences pelvic floor prolapse
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jen talks to Dr of Traditional Chinese Medicine Maz Roginski, about how working too hard and burning the candle at both ends can lead...
I gotta go, I went! Dealing with urge incontinence and pelvic floor
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you found yourself suddenly needing to go to the toilet, but before you get there you've had a mishap? This is known as Urge Incontinence, wh...
No more wee when you sneeze - the ins and outs Pelvic Floor Prolapse
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many women have been suffering in silence for years and thinking it was normal. If you are finding that when you sneeze other things are happening, th...
Intermittent Fasting Working With Moon Cycles
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen frequently encounters women facing challenges with intermittent fasting during peri-menopause or menopause. In this episode, Jen explores harnessi...
Have you ever been resistant to change
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being held back by your resistance to change? In this episode, Jen talks about how she learned the impact that she has on others and the power...
The Power of Negative Ions: Why They Are Good for Us
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why do I always feel so good after time at the beach or out in nature? In this episode, Jen talks about how negative ions, or anions, are nature's...
The essentials of Copper and Zinc
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The copper-zinc balance refers to the delicate equilibrium between copper and zinc levels in the body. In this episode, Jen explores the vital roles i...
Calcium versus Magnesium
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Calcium and magnesium are both essential minerals that play important roles in various bodily functions. In this episode, Jen explores their differenc...
The vitamins and minerals that aid the reduction of anxiety
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamins and minerals by themselves may not directly cure anxiety, but some nutrients are noted to play a supportive role in promoting mental health a...
Vitamin C deficiency, known as scurvy, is still prevalent in the Western World
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamin C deficiency, known as scurvy, remains surprisingly prevalent in the Western World. In this episode, Jen talks about the best food sources for...
The ins and outs of Vitamin B
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To ‘B’ or not to ‘B’, that is the question! In today’s episode, Jen does a deep dive into all the vitamin Bs and their role in supporting yo...
Vitamin E, how you can get those essential nutrients
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following up on Jen’s last episode, where she talked about fat versus water soluble. In this episode, Jen is going to break down vitamin E and how y...
Water vs Fat Soluble. What is the difference?
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much to know about vitamins, minerals, fat and water soluble. In this episode, Jen is going to break down what the difference is between w...
My high blood pressure story
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Life can throw us curveballs and it can be through those events we see spikes in our blood pressure. In this episode, Jen shares her story by identify...
Margarine is one step from plastic or is it?
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You were told you had high cholesterol, so you did what you felt was best and swapped your butter for margarine. But now you're consuming plastic....
How animals and humans mirror each other
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that humans and their animals mirror each other! In this episode, Jen speaks to Deb Parsonage from Busy Paws about the relationship betwe...
Celebrating Three Years of Healthy Life Hacks
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Woohoo! It's Healthy Life Hack's 3rd birthday. To celebrate one lucky reviewer will be interviewing Jen, asking her any questions they may hav...
You Are A Survivor
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You will get through this. You will. You are a survivor. In this episode, Jen talks about the fundamentals of what is happening TO you is also happeni...
Stop Using Teabags, They Are Toxic To You
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the fragrant aroma of your brewing tea absorbs into your nostrils, whilst your teabag is brewing in hot water. Did you know you are also brewing 11...
Natural ways to help Fibromyalgia
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fibromyalgia is a name given to a common group of symptoms marked by generalised pain and muscle stiffness. In this episode, Jen explains the most com...
Natural ways to support your thyroid
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When your thyroid is out of depleted, this can lead to all sorts of health issues including autoimmune and hormone. In this episode, Jen shares her ti...
Keeping away from the peace stealers
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a world filled with constant distractions, it's important to reflect on those things that often steal the peace from our minds. In this episode...
Creative Problem-Solving Techniques
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Problems and challenges are a part of life. Problem-solving enables us to navigate through difficult situations, adapt to new circumstances, and make ...
The Five Keys To Happiness
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘Jen, I just want to be happy like you.' This a very common phrase both my wife Alice and I hear all the time. In this episode, Jen is sharing t...
My five top lessons learned from my days in the Army
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Jefferies enlisted in the Australian Army when she was just 17 years old and embarked on a remarkable journey in her 3 years as a training dr...
The three most limiting words
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We say "I know" by default because it is an acceptable response that implicitly agrees with the other person without necessitating a respons...
Five ways to stop self-sabotage
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that we are designed to find fault in everything! In this episode, Jen explore why were are programmed this way and how we can stop self-...
Five Health Essentials For Shift Workers
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“You don’t understand Jen, I’m a shift worker, your health hacks won’t work for me”. In this episode, Jen shares her 5 essential health hack...
Mindfulness with Alice MacKinnon
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Alice MacKinnon is a Stillness Ninja and Mindfulness expert. In this episode, Jen talks to Alice about her journey in mindfulness, what mindfulness...
Balancing the nervous system
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In her 20’s Jen burnt out, and with the help of a naturopath, was able to get on track and create new possibilities. Jen then went on to study natur...
What are Pre and Pro Biotics
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘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...
Lessons From The Camino Way
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 hersel...
Diet is the most powerful intervention to ageing
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Should you deep sleep for eight hours
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'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...
Jen & Alice's Love Story
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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'r...
How to live a kick ass life with David TS Wood
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 lif...
Growing Your Range With David TS Wood
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Don't feed the monster
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ep...
142. FOMO versus JOMO
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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.
141. Why Niacin Vitamin B3 is my favourite nutrient
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 niac...
140. To Sauna or Not To Sauna
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 fai...
139. How much protein do we need as we age
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ep...
138. We need 1% of our day for play
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ment...
137. Navigating The Magnesium Minefield
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
136. NO is a complete sentence
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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.
2. Triangle of Health
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 – th...
135. What is melatonin and how does it benefit you
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'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...
134. How to focus
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘Jen why can’t I focus today?’ Research shows that nearly 50% of people regularly have problems focusing and concentrating. In this episode, Jen...
133. How do I stop emotionally eating
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You are halfway through that chocolate bar when you suddenly become riddled with guilt. In this episode, Jen explains why we are emotionally eating an...
132. To Be Unmessable
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 wh...
131. The Traps of Trail Mixes
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
130. What the marks on your fingernails mean
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 mor...
129. The Dirty Dozen and The Clean 15
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 pesticid...
128. Don't flog it if you're tired! How mindful movements help to recharge the adrenal glands.
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ep...
127. Setting Your Intentions For A Good Night Sleep
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 epi...
126. Setting Your Intentions For a Good Day
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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, Je...
125. Increase Your Libido
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
124. Sleep Tips 101
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep studies have shown that between 30% - 48% of older adults suffer from sleep insomnia. In this episode, Jen shares her tips to prepare yours...
123. Ignite your life and gut health with fire water
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
122. Interview with Sean Hawthorne - Sustainable path to achieving goals
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wi...
121. Have you had your M.E.D.S. today?
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 explor...
120. How to have a happy thyroid
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 techn...
119. Is salt good for you
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“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...
118. Bringing calm when life gets too much
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 techn...
117. The Hacks To Napping
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
116. Love or Hate - You Choose
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
115. Why Quick Fixes Don't Work
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wil...
114. The Pain Loop
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
113. How emotions and mindset impact your health
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
112. Why stress management is the key to weight control
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
111. Keeping your heart healthy
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wha...
110. Strive for Excellence, Not Perfection
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your perfectionism holding you back? Do you regularly procrastinate because you are waiting to get things perfect? In this episode, Jen explains ho...
109. Do you crack or compact?
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 stre...
108. The Dance of Life
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
107. Interview with Alessandra Sagredo
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 Sa...
106. How aging is a treatable disease
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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, ‘L...
105. Are you too busy for self-care?
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
104. “I’m fine!”
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"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 gen...
103. The health benefits of eggs
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
102. Exercise: It only takes 10 minutes a day
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...