10:10 Be Well

Sometimes life’s stresses get the better of us and it can quickly manifest into a very anxious mind. In this special guest episode, we speak to clinical psychologist Dr Jodie Lowinger, who runs The Anxiety Clinic. She breaks down what happens in our bodies when we suffer from anxiety and provides simple solutions to soothe an anxious mind. For anyone wanting to feel better, this episode is a must. 10:10 Be Well is supported by HCF, the nation's largest not-for-profit health fund. Together we're empowering Australians to be their healthiest selves with evidence-based health information. Head to HCF’s Health Agenda Hub at hcf.com.au/health-agenda to find practical, easy-to-understand health articles, videos and podcasts. ReferencesStress raises blood pressurewww.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/in-depth/stress-and-high-blood-pressure/art-20044190#:~:text=Reactions%20to%20stress%20can%20affect,long%2Dterm%20high%20blood%20pressureStress and elevated cortisolwww.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/cortisol-and-stress#faqChronic stress and inflammationwww.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306453018306954Stress impacts gut healthwww.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/the-gut-brain-connectionCortisol bellywww.healthdirect.gov.au/the-role-of-cortisol-in-the-body#:~:text=Cortisol%20is%20a%20steroid%20hormone,cortisol%20can%20cause%20health%20problemsStress and alcohol - the connectionwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3797525/Stress impacts magnesium and vitamin Bwww.healthdirect.gov.au/blog/can-magnesium-help-to-reduce-anxiety#:~:text=Low%20levels%20of%20magnesium%20in,helps%20muscle%20tissue%20to%20relaxwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9190671/Low GI diet best for stresswww.everydayhealth.com/wellness/united-states-of-stress/ultimate-diet-guide-stress-management/Don’t skip meals with stresswww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7742741/ Connect with Dr Jodie theanxietyclinic.com.au drjodie.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you are on a quest to find more energy and vitality, you need to start with an overview of your daily habits. Do you look at your phone first thing on rising? It’s not just draining your phone battery but also your mind. Modern technology and lack of daydreaming has out our mind into constant task mode, which locks us into a hyper vigilant state. Dr Fiona Kerr has spent decades researching the brain and in this special guest episode she goes through some of the simple acts we can do every day to give the brain time to play, so that we feel our best, get more energy, and connect to things that matter. Let’s rewire our minds, to get the most out of life! 10:10 Be Well is supported by HCF, the nation's largest not-for-profit health fund. Together we're empowering Australians to be their healthiest selves with evidence-based health information. Head to HCF’s Health Agenda Hub at hcf.com.au/health-agenda to find practical, easy-to-understand health articles, videos and podcasts. ReferencesLow Vitamin D and energy www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5207540/9/10 Aussie have low vitamin Dwww.curtin.edu.au/news/media-release/nine-out-of-10-aussies-have-low-vitamin-d-intakes-curtin-study-shows/B Vitamin deficiency and energy www.healthdirect.gov.au/vitamin-b-deficiency#:~:text=Your%20body%20needs%20a%20certain,or%20weakness%2C%20among%20other%20symptomsB12 deficiency - Vegan and vegetarian dietswww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10030528/Low iron = low energywww.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/nutritional/iron-deficiency-anaemia/#:~:text=Iron%20deficiency%20anaemia%20can%20make,feel%20able%20to%20exercise%20regularlySleep low energy www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/sleep-deprivationLow energy increases gherlinwww.news-medical.net/health/Ghrelin-and-Sleep.aspx#:~:text=However%2C%20sleep%20deprivation%20increases%20ghrelin,energy%20supply%20to%20the%20brainChronic Stress Burns muscle www.mdpi.com/2076-3271/11/1/19#:~:text=Chronic%20stress%20resulted%20in%20decreased,chronic%20stress%20induces%20muscle%20atrophySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Setting yourself up for success starts with the right frame of mind. In this special guest episode, mindset master Ben Crowe teaches you how to reframe your mindset, deal with setbacks and negativity and make peace with the pitfalls of modern life.  Whenever you make a change, the mind is the crucial place to start. Ben has helped the who’s who of sport, celebrity and the business world with mastering mindset – and now he is here to help you find your mojo. 10:10 Be Well is supported by HCF, the nation's largest not-for-profit health fund. Together we're empowering Australians to be their healthiest selves with evidence-based health information. Head to HCF’s Health Agenda Hub at hcf.com.au/health-agenda to find practical, easy-to-understand health articles, videos and podcasts. ReferencesMindset and health goalswww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10874242/Goal settingwww.healthdirect.gov.au/goal-settingRoad blocksEmotional eatingwww.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss/art-20047342www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-stress-causes-people-to-overeatwww.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-to-stop-eating-when-boredKnow your triggerswww.healthline.com/health/mental-health/emotional-triggersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.