BE HEALTHY WITH AMANDA
Be Healthy with Amanda is a podcast for women 40+ who want to feel better, have more energy, and take control of their health—without overwhelm or extremes.
Hosted by a nutritionist for women in midlife, this podcast explores the real foundations of feeling well: simple nutrition, balanced hormones, better energy, and a lifestyle that actually works for you.
If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause, feeling more tired than you used to, struggling with weight gain, or just want to feel more like yourself again—this is for you.
Each episode is packed with practical, realistic advice you can actually use, including:
- How to support your hormones through food
- Easy ways to boost energy in your 40s and beyond
- What to eat for metabolism, strength, and long-term health
- Gut health and why it matters in midlife
- Simple daily habits that actually make a difference
You’ll also hear honest conversations about ageing, wellbeing, and cutting through the noise of the wellness world - so you can focus on what truly works.
This isn’t about restriction or perfection. It’s about feeling good in your body, eating well, and building a healthy, energised lifestyle in midlife.
✨ Work With Amanda
Amanda is the author of FEEL GOOD FOR MENOPAUSE, a practical guide to nutrition and lifestyle for women navigating midlife and hormonal changes.
For deeper support, you can also join the Be Healthy with Amanda membership podcast, where you’ll get exclusive episodes, extra guidance, and ongoing support.
Episodes
43 episodes
043 GLP-1s for Weight Loss & Diabetes: What You Really Need to Know with Fareeha Jay
GLP-1 medications have completely changed the conversation around weight loss and diabetes but how much do we really understand about them?In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning dietitian and Diabetes Specialist Fareeha Jay ...
042 Can Matcha Really Make You Calm & Focused? Katherine Swift Explains
This week I'm joined by Katherine Swift, founder of OMGTea, to talk all things matcha. We cover the real health benefits of matcha, simple ways to bring it into your daily routine, and why Japan remains the gold standard for quality...
041 The Art of Eating Well: Rachel de Thample on Fermentation, Flavour & a Truly Nourishing Life
In this episode expect to feel inspired to waste less, eat better, and enjoy food more than ever.What if the vegetables you’re about to throw away could become some of the most delicious and nourishing food you eat?In this ...
040 What’s Really in Your Gym Clothes? Heike Petersen Cunza on Toxic-Free Activewear
In today’s episode of Be Healthy with Amanda, we’re joined by Heike Petersen Cunza, founder of Wellicious — a pioneering brand in non-toxic, plastic-free activewear.Heike has been leading the sustainable fashion mo...
039 Why Putting Yourself First Actually Benefits Everyone Around You
In this episode, I’m joined by mindfulness and holistic wellbeing expert Janine Tandy for a powerful conversation about midlife, mindfulness, and why putting yourself first isn’t selfish.With over 20 years of experience, Janine br...
038 Free Member Preview: Upgrade Your Snacks & Transform Your Health with Olive Oil
If you'd like to become a member - click hereFirst, we explore the reality of modern snacking. With around 90% of UK snacks now classified as ultra-processed, it is easy to fal...
037 Get Cultured: Simple Ferments, Serious Benefits with Catalina Brumann
In this episode, we’re joined by fermentation expert Catalina Brumann to explore why fermented foods are one of the simplest ways to support your health.If you’ve ever been curious about making your own fermented foods at home, th...
036 How to Stop Playing Small and Step Into Your Confidence
Feeling stuck? Holding yourself back? Today I’m talking with Colette McBeth, storyteller, business activator, and four-time published author, about how to step into your confidence and start showing up fully in your life.In this e...
035 IBS, Constipation & Gut Health: Practical Strategies That Actually Work with Anna Mapson
In this episode, I’m joined by gut health nutritional therapist Anna Mapson, who works extensively with clients experiencing IBS and chronic digestive issues.We dive into practical, evidence-based strategies that can make a real differen...
034 The Power of Mushrooms: A Simple Food with Powerful Benefits - nutrition, cancer support, and midlife resilience
This week I'm joined by Kirsten Chick, nutritional therapist, researcher and author of Nutrition Brought to Life. We had an open, honest, and uplifting conversation about what it really means to be healthy in 2026. Y...
033 - 10 Minutes a Day: How a Simple Yoga Practice Can Transform Your Life with Libby Stevenson
If you’re in midlife and want a realistic, sustainable way to feel calmer, more mobile and more connected to your body, this episode is for you.Can 10 minutes of yoga a day really make a difference? This week yoga teac...
032 - Overcoming Physical Challenges as we age and Why Muscle is the Greatest Gift you can give Yourself with Kate Oakley
In this episode I’m joined by Kate Oakley - personal trainer, midlife fitness coach and the woman behind the hugely inspiring Instagram account @yourfuturefit. Kate made a bold career change at 50, leaving her role as a globa...
031 - 10 Years Younger and Beyond: Nicky Hambleton-Jones on Midlife Transformation
In this episode I’m joined by Nicky Hambleton-Jones - stylist, author and former presenter of the hit Channel 4 makeover show 10 Years Younger. If you remember the transformations on that show, you’ll love hearing Nicky’s behind-the-sc...
030 - Do You Really Need Collagen and Fish Oils for Better Health with Kirsten Humphries
In this episode, I'm joined by nutritional therapist Kirsten Humphries from Bare Biology and we unpack the truth about collagen supplements, fish oils, and how they impact your skin, joints, and overall health...
029 HRT, Vaginal Health & Weight Loss Drugs: What Every Woman Should Know with Dr Betsy Greenleaf
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, board-certified female urogynecologist and women’s health expert. We talk about menopause, perimenopause, weight gain, the new weight loss drugs, HRT (hormone replacement the...
028 - The Weight of Expectation: Our Worth, Our Bodies & Weight Loss Drugs with Christine Thomas
In this episode I’m joined by Christine Thomas, health economist and author of the upcoming book The Elephant in the Room, where she explores why women are wort...
027 - Feeling stuck in midlife: Finding Passion and Purpose with Margaret De-Petro
This week I’m joined by the wonderful Margaret De-Petro - psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, NLP coach and spiritual guide. Margaret has such a powerful way of helping women reframe midlife, ...
026 - Eating for Hormone Health: A Chinese Medicine Approach With Amanda Ody
This week I’m joined by my lovely friend and acupuncturist Amanda Ody to explore how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can support us in midlife.Amanda has been treating women for over 25 years and I’ve personally benefited from her wisdo...
025 - Hair SOS Part 2 : How to Have Amazing Hair After 40 – My Ultimate Guide
In this second part of my hair special I’m talking about the key nutrients that really make a difference to midlife hair. From zinc and B vitamins to omega 3 and collagen, I explain how each of these supports growth, strength and shine.I...
024 - Hair SOS: How to Have Amazing Hair After 40 – My Ultimate Guide
If you’ve noticed more hair in the shower, your ponytail feels thinner, or your hair just does not look or feel the way it used to, you are not alone. Midlife and menopause bring big changes and hair is often one of them.In this episode...
023 - Life changing breathing techniques with Polly Warren
Since recording this episode I've really started focuing on how I breathe. I'm taking more expansive breaths, trying to nasal breathe as much as I can and, starting my day with 10 minutes of breath-work and wow I've noticed that I have so much ...
022 - Midlife Nutrition Made Easy: 4 Foods That Do the Heavy Lifting
This week, I’m sharing simple, practical ways to feel vibrant, energized, and like the absolute goddess you are - especially in midlife. We’re diving into how to easily get 30 different plant foods into your diet each week, ...
021 - Why you don't need botox to be beautiful with beauty editor Donna Francis.
This week on the podcast, I’m joined by award winning (no less) beauty editor Donna Francis, who brings her expert advice on how to glow with confidence in midlife without the use of fillers or botox. She shares her go-to products for achieving...
020 - The Ultimate Guide to Eating Well and Feeling Fabulous in 2025: Practical Tips and 3 actionable steps you can start using straight away!
Join me as I explore what healthy eating in 2025 truly means.I'll be sharing three actionable steps you can make to your diet and lifestyle that will have an immediate impact on your wellbeing!1. First, I’ll shed light on the da...
019 - How to tackle problem skin: Jackie Lamyman founder of We Are More skincare, shares her secrets
This week, I had a great chat with Jackie Lamyman, the founder of Made of More - a skincare range that is focused on helping women in midlife. Jackie is really focused on finding real solutions for skin changes during perimenopause ...