The Present Day Wise Woman - Healthy Life Hacks With Jennifer Jefferies
Episodes
101. Menopause: Is it bloating or weight gain?
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
100. How to boost your metabolism
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
99. I Need Patience, NOW!
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
98. Why cleanse?
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ne...
97. Are you hungry or bored?
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 n...
96. How to increase your focus
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
95. You are a blank canvas
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
94. Do I need digestive bitters?
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you experiencing uncomfortable symptoms like indigestion, heartburn, nausea, cramping, bloating, or gas? It could be because your gut chemistry is...
93. Want to look 4-7 years younger?
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 lif...
92. Rest is not a reward
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
91. It all starts now
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 st...
90. How to protect your energy from energy suckers
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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, th...
89. Bringing Your Best To The New Year With Sharon Styman
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ons...
88. Open your mind. Your brain will not fall out!
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 min...
87. Infect someone today
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
86. How would you feed a million-dollar racehorse
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
85. The importance of self-love with Kim Morrison
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
84. Our Deepest Fear
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 F...
83. Do the hard things first
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
82. Anti-inflammatory hummus
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
81. How to turn on your happy
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
80. The secret to making anything work
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
79. The F word
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
78. Every repetition leaves an imprint
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
77. Feeding your brain for good mental health
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
76. Preventing Alzheimer’s
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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? Al...
75. How to survive a toxic workplace
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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, jus...
74. Hugging and your immune system
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hugging can have incredible benefits on our physical, emotional and mental health. Studies have even shown that giving and receiving a minimum of five...
73. Lowering your cholesterol
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
72.Acidic vs Alkaline
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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, si...
71. The eight most powerful words
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 j...
70. Dealing with seasonal skin changes
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ex...
69. Are you a shy introvert?
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
68. Embracing the wise woman in you
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
67. How to avoid drinking to unwind
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 diffe...
66. Amp up your affirmations
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 c...
65. How to stop procrastinating
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 distractin...
64. Why can't I ask for help?
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 impo...
63. Why walking tall is essential to your health
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
62. The Power of Proximity
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
61. Are you experiencing regular aches and pains?
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do aches and pains plague you? Not the muscle overuse type of discomfort, but that pulsating, throbbing, hot inflammation pain that can vary in severi...
60. What will it take for you to prioritise your health?
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 wor...
59. Are you experiencing vaginal dryness?
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
58. Do Doona Days work?
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health and self-care have become much bigger conversations since the pandemic significantly changed how we live and work. In this episode, Jen ...
57. Why am I so short-tempered?
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 bi...
56. Preventing and managing headaches
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that there are five main types of headaches? In this episode, Jen talks about migraines, tension, sinus, cluster and sexual headaches, wh...
55. Is your life reasonable or remarkable?
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What are you striving for a reasonable life or an extraordinary life? A reasonable life is good, comfortable and predictable, but an extraordinary lif...
54. Burnt Chop Syndrome
13 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 yo...
53. How to bring your appetite into balance
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 consol...
52. The four most powerful words
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine if you could improve your happiness, lower your stress, boost your resistance to common ailments, enhance your physiological and psychological...
51. How to prevent overwhelm
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
50. How to stop Groundhog Day thinking
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
49. The case for ginger
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In traditional Chinese medicine, ginger is used to remedy a wide range of issues, including aches and pains, inflammation, chest congestion, coughs an...
48. How to have great skin (Part 2)
23 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
47. How to have great skin (Part 1)
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
46. Why on time is late
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 e...
45. How to keep your iron levels happy
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
44. The emotional mirrors in your life
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 u...
43. How to start the New Year strong
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
42. Is butter good for you?
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
41. Have you got GAS?
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 excit...
40. How did your best friend become your best friend?
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
39. Are you a crap magnet?
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
38. Are you doing or being?
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 desir...
37. Move your but!
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 car...
36. Bringing yourself into balance with kinesiology
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
35. Closing the year strong
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the year 2020, the only certainty has been uncertainty. With emotions heightened from a stressful year and the impending holiday season, it’s cru...
34. The importance of your blood cycle
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ep...
33. The power of saying YES!
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 opportuni...
32. The not so sweet truth about sugar
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what the difference is between sugars? In this episode, Jen delves into the facts about Stevia, Xylitol, Sorbitol, Coconut Sugar, Maple ...
31. Are you attracting or repelling?
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 pu...
30. Hacking your happy hormones
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
29. Fear or excitement?
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 expl...
28. The truth about the Keto Diet and Intermittent Fasting
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
27. Maintaining self-discipline
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
26. The lazy lymphatic system
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
25. Are you fascinating or fascinated?
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The closest feeling we can experience to love is fascination. When you are fascinated with someone, you are present, engaged, listening and connected....
24. Let's talk about sex, baby!
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 bi...
23. You know what to do
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
22. We aren't one body system
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
21. Are your emotions feeding your physical imbalances?
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ch...
20. Skinny doesn't mean healthy
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 be...
19. If you screw up, so what?
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
18. Digestive enzymes - why you need them
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 effecti...
17. Staying present
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
16. Caving to a craving?
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 yo...
15. Is it urgent or important?
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
14. Why the food pyramid is really square
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
13. Get Comfortably Uncomfortable
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love staying in your comfort zone? In this spontaneous episode, Jen shares how she lets herself get comfortably uncomfortable by choosing a lif...
12. What Your Pimples Mean
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 l...
11. Is your tea habit bad for you?
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
10. How Stress Shortens Your Life
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 episod...
9. What's Your Poo Telling You?
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 wa...
8. From Breakdowns To Breakthroughs
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 e...
7. 3 Essentials To Reboot Tired Adrenal Glands
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sleepy, sluggish, stressed? Jen shares the three essentials needed to reboot tired adrenal glands - good food, good rest and good play! You’ll learn...
6. Keeping Your Mind Healthy Through COVID
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 me...
5. Essential oils, natures perfect remedy
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 hel...
4. Shoo the ‘bum glue’!
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
3. Build up your immune system in lockdown
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 taki...
2. The triangle of health (OR An equation to live by)
07 Aug 2020
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 - the ...