What's My Body Telling Me?

In this eye-opening episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd sits down with Dr Alex Craven, a general surgeon specialising in metabolic disease and weight loss surgery. Together, they unpack one of the most misunderstood areas in modern health: what metabolic disease actually is, why it doesn’t always show up as weight gain, and how to understand the deeper signals your body is sending long before blood tests confirm a problem.
From redefining what a “healthy body” looks like to explaining why two people with the same weight can have completely different metabolic profiles, Dr Craven reveals the truth behind cellular health, energy balance, set point theory, GLP-1 medications, and the real drivers of metabolic dysfunction.
You’ll learn:
Why weight and metabolic health are not the same thing
What early metabolic symptoms look like before diagnosis
The cellular signs that your body isn’t adapting or recovering well
How GLP-1 medications work and who they’re designed for
The risks of taking GLP-1s if you don’t medically need them
Why genetics influence your set point but don’t determine your future
How environment, childhood nutrition and stress shape metabolic resilience
Why shame and “just try harder” make weight problems worse
The lifestyle levers that genuinely move metabolic health forward
This episode is for every woman who has felt confused, discouraged or blamed for her weight or health. Dr Craven and Dr Todd make one thing clear: your metabolism isn’t a moral issue and your body isn’t failing you. It’s communicating with you — and once you understand the signals, you gain your power back.
To learn more about what your body is telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au 
To connect with Dr Anthea or Dr Alex Craven, you can find their social links here: https://www.instagram.com/dr.antheatodd/ and https://www.instagram.com/dralexcraven_surgeon/
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In this inspiring episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd sits down with Taryn Brumfitt, award winning filmmaker, bestselling author, and 2023 Australian of the Year. Together, they explore one of the most deeply rooted experiences in women’s lives: our relationship with our bodies. They unpack why so many women grow up believing their bodies are a problem, how cultural pressure shapes our self worth, and what it truly takes to build a relationship with your body that is grounded in respect instead of criticism.
From the rise of body comparison to the systems that keep women stuck in shame, Taryn reveals how perfectionism, people pleasing and “should culture” disconnect us from ourselves. She explains why body neutrality is often more realistic and healing than forced positivity, and how reconnecting with your body can transform every part of your life.
You’ll learn:
Why so many women feel uncomfortable in their bodies from childhood
How cultural expectations condition girls to prioritise appearance
The difference between body positivity and body neutrality
Why shame never leads to sustainable change
How social media intensifies comparison and self judgment
How to spot the systems that keep you stuck
Why your worth has nothing to do with your weight
How to model healthy body image for kids
Practical steps to create a compassionate, connected relationship with your body
This episode is for every woman who has ever felt like her body is not enough. Taryn and Dr Todd reveal a powerful truth: your body was never the problem — the story you were told about it was.
To learn more about what your body is telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au 
To connect with Dr Anthea or Taryn Brumfitt, you can find their social links here: https://www.instagram.com/dr.antheatodd/ and https://www.instagram.com/bodyimagemovement/
Explore Embrace You, the circuit-breaking adventure led by Taryn Brumfitt, and rediscover the joy, freedom, and confidence you deserve: https://www.bodyimagemovement.com/embrace-you/

What if the pain, stress, or stagnation in your body was actually a message—not a malfunction?
In this mind-expanding episode, Dr. Anthea Todd is joined by long-time friend and founder of Spinal Energetics, Dr. Sarah Jane Perri, to explore the healing power of energy, body awareness, and the subtle cues we often miss. They unpack what Spinal Energetics is, why it works, and how it blends Eastern philosophies, chiropractic principles, and quantum energetics. They also dive into:
The science and skepticism around “invisible” healing
What happens when the body stores unexpressed trauma
How to build self-trust and feel safe expressing emotions
Why placebo, perception, and presence matter
Using the energetic field as medicine
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, questioned alternative healing, or longed for a deeper understanding of your internal world—this conversation will shift your perspective.
To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/
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In this solo episode, Dr Anthea Todd breaks down the real reason PMS feels different from month to month — and what your symptoms are actually trying to tell you. Building on her conversation with Dr Sarah E. Hill, Anthea uses her “seabed floor” analogy to help you understand the deeper patterns beneath your hormones, so you can finally decode your PMS with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
You’ll learn:
Why PMS isn’t “just hormonal” — it’s functional
What cellular flexibility is and why it matters
Why your symptoms fluctuate
How to support your seabed floor using the Four Fundamentals™
The six daily actions that stabilise your cycle, mood, metabolism & energy
This episode will help you stop fighting your cycle — and start understanding it.
To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/
Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-book
Discover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentals
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In this eye-opening episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd sits down with Dr. Sarah Hill, evolutionary psychologist and author of The Period Brain: The Science of Why We PMS and How to Fix It. Together, they unpack one of the most misunderstood experiences in women’s health — PMS — exploring why it happens, what it’s really telling us, and how to restore balance.
From the evolutionary purpose of PMS to the cellular science behind hormonal resilience, Dr. Hill reveals how lifestyle, stress, and inflammation affect our hormonal flexibility — and why so many women are suffering unnecessarily.
You’ll learn:
Why PMS isn’t “normal,” it’s just common
How ignoring your cyclical nature creates hormonal friction
The brain’s threat system and why you feel more on edge before your period
The difference between fear and anxiety in the luteal phase
How cellular inflammation erodes hormonal resilience
Why progestins (in birth control) aren’t the same as natural progesterone
What every woman should know about endometriosis and PMDD
The “ocean floor” analogy for stabilising your hormones
Practical ways to build your body’s hormonal flexibility
This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt like her body is working against her. Dr. Hill and Dr. Todd reveal the truth: your body isn’t broken — it’s brilliantly designed.
To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/
Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-book
Discover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentals
Get a science-tested roadmap to understanding PMS and PMDD get The Period Brain book here: https://www.sarahehill.com/books/the-period-brain/
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