GMHBA Healthier Together Podcast

The immune system is our body’s way of protecting us against infection disease. In our latest Healthier Together podcast, we speak with Mel Bald about how we can support our body through what we eat to have the best defense against germs.

Did you know that around half of our behaviour is habitual? Most people know what they need to do to live healthier lives, but ingrained habits often get in the way. Luckily, it’s never too late to do things differently. Listen as Nutritionist Mel Bald takes us through 5 ways to hack your habits and finally make that change you’ve been thinking about.

Raigan Howard has spent 10 years as a professional youth worker in the Geelong region, specialising in high challenge activities and leadership development. After working for the City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Unit and partnering with many local schools, Raigan is a fully qualified personal trainer and launched Hello Hurricane with a passion to see young people empowered through effective development approaches. He is in the Army Reserve and recently returned from operation COVID19 Assist in Melbourne CBD and also operation BUSHFIRE Assist in January this year. He is married with 2 children, and resides in Geelong. (0.56) How did you get to be in the field you work in today? (2.39) What does the business “Hello Hurricane” entail? (4.00) How the program differs to existing social work methods (5.43) How physical activity increases a young persons cability (8.25) Are some forms of physical activity that are more beneficial to mental health than others? (11.12) Biggest areas of difficulty young people are currently facing (15.00) Skillsets required for young people (18.30) Barriers for young men who want to seek help (21.59) Signs of depression in young men (24.45) Changes which occur throughout the program (30.00) Tips on supporting teens through their years (34.16) Challenges of running a not for profit business (39.16) Next steps for the program (41.15) Where to find more on the programs Useful Links http://www.hellohurricane.org/ https://www.instagram.com/hellohurricanefoundation/ Beyond Blue Black Dog Institute 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.

Join us and Alison McAleese, an experienced dietician specialising in public health and obesity prevention, on how to best prepare yourself for the week ahead by meal planning. Planning meals out on a weekly basis can determine if you're consuming enough variety, a good range of nutrients and can help reduce waste. Listen in to hear Alison’s tips on how to incorporate meal planning for a healthier, more economical and sustainable lifestyle 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. (0.39) What is meal planning?(1.00) Benefits of planning your meals (1.27) Key things to think about when planning meals (2.17) Benefits to shopping less frequently (2.53) Foods to buy and how to plan (4.07) How to replace ingredients (5.05) Keeping shopping healthy (5.55) Where to find recipes (6.23) How to start out Useful Resouces 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.