Episodes
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Sleep disorders – what are they & treatment options
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
We all want a bit more shuteye and more restorative sleep. Dr Andrew Bradbeer, lead physician and medical director at Sleep Health Group, tells us what’s normal, what’s not and how our behaviours impact sleep.
Dr Andrew Bradbeer is the lead physician and medical director at Sleep Health Group, working as a specialist in respiratory and sleep medicine in Western Victoria, and the South East of South Australia since 2004. He also supervises a network of sleep centres and home sleep testing locations throughout the region.
His clinical interests range from Acute respiratory disorders such as Asthma, Lung Cancer and COPD to all aspects of Sleep Medicine.
This interview took place over the phone with Andrew so the sound quality may be a little different to previous podcasts but enables us to bring you some amazing guest speakers.
(0.45) What is considered as “normal” sleep
(2.22) How common are sleep problems?
(3.10) Common causes of sleep problems
(3.41) Behaviours that impact sleep
(4.13) When to seek help
(5.21) Snoring – factors affecting it
(6.57) Sleep apnoea – what is it?
(8.35) Treatments for obstructive sleep apnoea and when to seek help
(10.25) Who is more likely to have obstructive sleep apnoea?
(11.51) Insomnia explanation and symptoms
(13.44) Treatments for insomnia
(16.33) Impact of exercise and nutrition on insomnia
(16.59) Sleep studies – what they are and why someone would have one
(19.11) Where to find more information
Useful Links
Sleep Health Group www.sleephealthgroup.com.au
National Sleep Foundation https://www.sleepfoundation.org/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Tuesday May 05, 2020
The Importance of Eating Seasonally
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Dietician, Alison McAleese, who specialises in public health and obesity prevention, guides us on the importance of eating seasonally. Not only does this contribute to our health, but helps the planet and our wallets as well!
Alison McAleese is an experienced dietitian specialising in public health and obesity prevention. She also has a keen interest in reducing inequalities related to food nutrition. Over the past 12 years she has worked in community nutrition education, project development and public health roles in Australia and the UK. For the past 6 years Alison has been the Healthy Lifestyles Campaigns Manager at Cancer Council Victoria.
(0.49) What does seasonal eating mean?
(1.14) How eating seasonally contributes to health
(2.05) Environmental benefits of eating seasonally
(3.01) Your budget and eating seasonally
(3.34) Should I choose eating seasonally or eating organic?
(4.29) Tips on how to make seasonal eating easier
(5.24) Where you can find seasonal local produce
(5.45) Vegetables in season now
(6.52) Where to find out more
Useful Links
Live Lighter https://livelighter.com.au/
Better Health Channel https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
Nutrition Australia https://www.nutritionaustralia.org/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Starting an edible garden with Ben Shaw
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Ben Shaw is a Geelong local, who set about creating his own edible garden oasis. The goal was to achieve a simple, productive and beautiful garden and with the addition of his knowledge in Permaculture Design, find out how you too can be inspired to live off the land.
Ben Shaw completed a permaculture design course and fell in love with the process, spurring his desire to share his knowledge and passion with others. He now runs edible gardening workshops all year round for both adults and children. He consults locally with families and businesses on how to design and build their gardens to get maximum yields and also achieve aesthetically beautiful gardens.
(1.03) Tell us about your story and how you got into permaculture
(2.35) What is permaculture?
(4.31) Do we need much space to grow veggies in the backyard?
(5.39) Positioning a veggie patch
(6.35) Getting a productive patch up and running
(8.08) Building the soil
(9.16) Importance of seasonality
(10.34) Finding out more on what to grow and when
(11.15) Seeds vs seedlings
(12.00) Easy plants to grow
(12.25) Spacing plants
(13.31) Mulching
(14.36) Watering plants
(15.27) What to feed plants with
(16.30) Pests in the garden
(18.02) Where to find more info
(18.34) Time required to care for your veggie patch
Useful Links
Diggers Club https://www.diggers.com.au/
Milkwood Permaculture https://www.milkwood.net/
Good Life Permaculture https://goodlifepermaculture.com.au/
Ben Shaw Permaculture https://benshawpermaculture.com/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Top tips for feeding the whole family with Dr Joanna McMillan
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Dr Joanna McMillan simplifies how we can best achieve a nutritious diet by looking at its foundation. As she explains, there’s no one diet, it’s the foundation of real whole and plant foods that help us build the type of diet that best fits our culture and lifestyle. To find out more about how you can incorporate the foundations of a healthier diet for the whole family, listen in.
Dr Joanna McMillan is a PhD qualified Nutrition Scientist and Accredited Practising Dietitian.
She is one of Australia's favourite and most trusted health and wellbeing experts. A regular on television, she most recently hosted the ABC's series Gut Revolution and Beating Diabetes. She is also a regular commentator on Channel 9's Today Show, Channel 7 and 9 News and Studio 10, and across a variety of radio networks, online and print publications.
This interview took place over the phone with Joanna so the sound quality may be a little different to previous podcasts but enables us to bring you some amazing guest speakers.
(0.58) The foundations of a healthy diet
(2.01) How to put a healthy meal together
(3.46) Nutrients for kids growth and development
(6.15) Tips on getting kids to eat vegetables
(7.58) Planning a week of balanced meals
(11.06) Favourite plant rich meals
(12.33) Are raw or cooked vegetables better?
(13.46) Lunchbox ideas
(16.46) After school snacks
(18.46) Refuelling for sport
(20.05) Benefits of sitting down for a meal
(22.11) Key ingredients to have in the pantry and fridge
(24.31) Favourite kitchen utensils and appliances
(26.54) Other resources
Useful Links
Feel Good Family Food Plan Book
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Getting a grip on understanding pain with Professor Lorimer Moseley
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Professor Lorimer Moseley is a physiotherapist and a pain scientist. In this podcast we learn about the mechanics and reason behind pain, staying active, recovery and how mindfulness can play a role in helping us manage pain.
Professor Lorimer Moseley is a physiotherapist and pain scientist. He has authored 340 papers and five books. He has a long-standing interest in using contemporary and innovative methods to ‘translate’ contemporary pain science into concepts and language that clinicians and patients can both understand and then integrate into their own decision making. His contribution to the pain field has been recognised by the University of South Australia’s first Doctor of Science award, honorary fellowship of the Australian Faculty of Pain Medicine, Australia & New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, honoured membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association and awards from government or community groups in 14 countries.
This interview took place over the phone with Lorimer from interstate so the sound quality may be a little different to previous podcasts but enables us to bring you some amazing guest speakers.
(1:11) The mechanics & reason behind pain
(4.55) Where most pain is experienced
(5.53) Most common causes for back pain
(10.00) How is pain the end result?
(11.45) Which people get the biggest shift in their chronic pain journey?
(14.19) Understanding the overprotective pain system
(16.02) The most effective treatments for chronic pain
(21.54) How will I know it’s safe to start moving again?
(25.59) Staying active with pain
(30.05) What types of movement are recommended
(32.05) Is it possible to speed up recovery?
(34.51) The role of mindfulness in pain recovery
(37.13) Is there a place for surgery?
(39.24) Persistent and non-persistent pain
(41.50) Where to seek help with your pain
(42.55) How to tell if you have a good health professional
(44.40) Sources to find out more information on pain
Useful Links
Pain revolution https://www.painrevolution.org/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Physio Tips: All about knee arthritis
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Monday Jan 13, 2020
James Nelson graduated from Melbourne University over 20 years ago with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree. His career highlights include working overseas with the British Forces in Germany helping rehabilitate military personnel, and with elite athletes while based in Dublin for a year. He is currently at Geelong Physiotherapy group where he has worked since the early 2000's.
His particular interest area is in lower limb rehabilitation, in particular the hip and knee. On a daily basis he see’s clients with knees of various presentations ranging from the younger athletic types returning to high-level function, to assisting people in their attempts to delay or prevent surgery, whilst also helping those in post-operative rehabilitation following surgery (for example ligament reconstruction or joint replacement surgery).
(1.05) What knee arthritis is and the different types
(2.22) Risk factors for osteoarthritis
(4.11) Where does osteoarthritis affect?
(5.06) Diagnosis and symptoms of knee arthritis
(7.05) How physiotherapy assists osteoarthritis
(7.57) What physiotherapy treatment entails
(9.21) Number of physio sessions required
(10.16) Age when knee osteoarthritis occurs
(11.04) Heat and cold therapy
(13.00) Hydrotherapy and osteoarthritis
(13.15) The role of education
(15.21) Effect of high impact sports or a sedentary lifestyle
(16.00) Importance of exercise in rehabilitation
(16.21) The role of cortisone injections
(17.28) When should surgery be considered?
(18.48) Is it safe to exercise?
(20.37) Strengthening exercises
(21.29) Pain with exercise
(23.01) The influence of being overweight on knee arthritis
(24.53) More information
Useful Links
Arthritis Australia
GLAD Australia program
My Joint Pain
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
Getting started with exercise
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
Bree Filippone has a Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Sciences, Exercise Physiology (Deakin University), Strength & Conditioning Level 1 Coaching Accreditation, Certificate III & IV in Fitness, alongside years of experience working with leading strength and conditioning coaches and clinical exercise rehabilitation. Bree runs her own group fitness business, the HIIT Project and is also the founder of The Finishr community focused run collaboration.
(0.48) Bree’s background
(2.01) Why should we all be exercising?
(2.27) Common concerns of exercising
(3.05) Overcoming fear of exercise
(4.42) How we can spark motivation
(6.45) How to set goals
(10.08) Identity, health and fitness
(12.28) What if you don’t like exercise?
(14.11) Getting started with running
(16.05) What types of training people should people be doing?
(17.29) The Finishr
(20.33) Joining in with the Finishr
(21.41) Resources for getting started with exercise
Useful Links:
Active Geelong https://www.activegeelong.org.au/
Exercise Right https://exerciseright.com.au/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
How to Eat to Boost your Energy Levels
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Mel Bald has a Bachelor of Human Movement, a Post Graduate degree in Sports Management, and a Bachelor in Nutritional Medicine, alongside years of experience working in public health, and also working as a nutritionist 1 on 1 with clients to help them reach their health goals.
Mel is the Health and Nutrition Coordinator at GMHBA Health Insurance where she develops programs and educational resources to support members and community with their health journey.
(0.04) What exactly are macronutrients?
(2.11) What a healthy balanced meal is made up of
(3.18) Examples of a healthy meal
(4.10) Balance of macros and what it does to your energy levels
(4.58) How to eat your macros around your activity levels
(5.49) Do we need to snack?
(6.52) The best types of snacks
(7.36) Food prep – how to go about it
(8.56) Meal preparation tips for busy people
(10.12) Meal planning tips and tricks
(11.33) Quality of food and energy
(12.36) Diversity of food and energy
(13.39) Sugar and the effect on energy
(14.22) The impact of water intake and energy
(15.05) How much water should we drink?
(15.27) Energy and alcohol
(16.10) What coffee does to our energy
(16.59) Mel’s day on a plate
(19.27) Resources for healthy eating
Useful Links
GMHBA Healthier Together Podcasts
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Everything Exercise with Sam Wood
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Sam is one of Australia’s leading fitness experts and a personal trainer with over 18 years of experience in the fitness industry.
From a humble fitness instructor at his university gym during his first year of exercise science to a personal trainer doing 90 appointments a week and opening Gecko Sports (Australia's first ever kids gym), Sam has been lucky enough to experience it all. Today Sam is the very proud owner of The Woodshed, Australia's largest personal training studio in Brighton, Victoria. He’s also a celebrity trainer, media commentator, and regular contributor to print and digital media, with a refreshingly honest and relatable take on all things health and fitness, as well as being the founder, mentor and trainer at 28 by Sam Wood.
(1.13) Juggling work and life
(1.38) The start of Sam Wood’s fitness career
(4.29) What Sam enjoys about fitness training
(6.46) Sam’s businesses today
(8.27) Being on The Bachelor and keeping fit
(9.20) Sam Wood’s current exercise routine
(10.49) Should we worry more about exercise or eating well?
(12.05) Philosophy on what to eat
(12.50) Advice for those starting their exercise journey
(14.21) Common mistakes people make on their fitness journey
(15.29) Goal setting
(17.04) How mindset plays a role in exercise
(18.32) Motivation is temporary
(19.46) How behaviour can sabotage good intentions
(21.57) The role of “community” in increasing physical activity
(23.28) Importance of quality and consistency when exercising
(25.16) Best time to exercise
(26.00) Why do you like HIIT?
(26.51) Working out with high intensity
(28.08) Signs you’re going too hard too soon with exercise
(29.19) Cardio exercise recommendations
(30.49) What is functional fitness?
(32.01) Resistance training activities
(32.38) What is 28 by Sam Wood?
(34.05) Why 28 by Sam Wood is so popular with mums
Useful Links
https://www.activegeelong.org.au/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Infant Sleep and Settling
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Cindy Davenport is the Director of Safe Sleep Space. Cindy is a registered midwife, IBCLC and maternal and child health nurse. She is member of the Lactation Consultants of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ) and the Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) and has worked in the early parenting field since 1998. Cindy is passionate about the health and wellbeing of families and offers a sensible, response-based approach to help babies and children with sleep problems.
(0.48) Common sleep and setting challenges seen in infants
(1.31) A response-based approach to sleep and settling
(3.39) Top 5 evidence-based sleep and settling hints
(5.45) Tired signs
(8.33) Number of sleeps per age for infants
(10.33) The infant sleep cycle
(11.41) Cat napping and why it happens
(12.27) Sleep associations and how these affect sleep
(14.17) Sleep difficulties and how these are often progressions rather than regressions
(16.20) Shushing and patting and why this is effective
(19.13) White noise and how to use it
(21.04) Age appropriate sleep and settling strategies
(22.00) Types of babies cries - how to understand and use these for settling
(24.00) Toddler resources for sleep
(25.43) GMHBA New Family Program – what it is and how to access it
Useful Links
GMHBA New Family Program https://www.gmhba.com.au/health/new-family-program
Safe Sleep Space https://www.safesleepspace.com.au/
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.