Accredited practising dietician and nutritionist Marika Day joins Preeya to bust myths in the diet space. Is the latest diet being pushed on social media backed by evidence? What DOES matter in the perimenopause transition and do you need the supplements being marketed to you? Why is gut health so critical and what can you do to support it?
Addie Wooten from Smiling Mind has a background in clinical psychology and chats to Preeya about what it takes to foster resilience in children and why it’s so important.
As parents and caregivers it can feel overwhelming at times knowing what helps and what hinders - lots of practical takeaways and reassurance is coming your way.
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Clinical psychologist Associate Professor Michelle Lim is an expert in loneliness and helps break down what it is, why it can happen to those constantly surrounded by people and why we need to be doing something about it given the potential for serious mental and physical health consequences. Ending Loneliness Together and AIA Australia have partnered again for loneliness awareness week (4- 10 August 2025) - so let’s get talking stat!
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Time for another life chitty chat and this one covers huge topics like what it’s like to be adopted, inclusion within the fashion and beauty worlds (and if it’s genuinely improving) and how much of an unrelenting harmful beast diet culture can be.
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Endocrinologist Dr Izzy Smith and Preeya chat all about hormones and delve into some of the stuff you’ve likely heard on social media - what’s nonsense and what has legs?
Should we be listening to influencers when it comes to glucose and all wear a continuous glucose monitor?
Is cortisol testing helpful? Are the symptoms you're experiencing perimenopause?
And do your hormones need testing?
What’s the deal with insulin in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Answers to all your hormone related FAQs.
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Most of us know someone who has been touched by breast or ovarian cancer. So Preeya sat down with medical oncologist Dr Geraldine Goss to get answers to the biggest questions relating to these cancers.
Why is ovarian cancer so hard to detect early, what is breast density and what does an oncologist do to prevent cancer herself?
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Clinical psychologist Hayley Zarb joins Preeya to chat about the beast that is anxiety.
What’s the difference between stress and anxiety? What happens during a session with a psychologist? What’s the role of medication and when is it useful?
This is a chat filled with practical takeaways (including some tools you can implement to those annoying anxious thoughts!) and raw moments with Preeya sharing her own journey with generalised anxiety disorder during medical school and how it continues to impact her role with patients in the consulting room.
If this episode raises any concerns for you please speak to a qualified health professional. 24/7 support is also available in a crisis from Lifeline - 13 11 14
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
Sunscreen got (super) sexy and dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald and Preeya are here for it! They break down which sunscreen (chemical, physical or both!) and when and answer your nitty gritty questions around the order to apply sunscreen, serums and make up, tricks when it comes to reapplying and whether you need a dedicated sunscreen or if the all in one stuff is good enough.
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
To find out more about AIA Australia head to www.aia.com.au
In this final bonus episode before we start recording the new season, Dr Preeya chats to two of her oldest and best friends about life, ageing, the juggle, and why it's ok that Preeya never remembers their birthdays.
Lots of giggles in this one.
We invited kids to ask their medical questions and here are the answers.
From why we need vaccines to how germs get into our bodies, what the heck an appendix is and the big one, why needles hurt.
Dr Preeya has all of the easy to understand answers for these very clever questions.
Joining Preeya to ask the questions (and give one or two answers) is her daughter "Stevie".
This is a great episode for the school holidays, a long drive or just passing the time at home.
We're back with more medical questions from kids.
From why it's sometimes hard to fall asleep to why mosquito bites itch. Also who has the best stickers Dr Preeya or her husband Dr Will?
Dr Preeya has all of the easy to understand answers for these very clever questions.
Joining Preeya to ask the questions (and give one or two answers) is her daughter "Stevie".
This is a great episode for the school holidays, a long drive or just passing the time at home.
This time of year you should be winding down and relaxing but if you’re the Christmas Day cook maybe you’re not so lucky.
In this bonus Happy to Health, Preeya and her husband Will Alexander chat to their great mate and awesome chef Adrian “Richo” Richardson about how to keep the Christmas feast delicious, easy and budget friendly.
If you need some food ideas for the festive season or just a solid laugh and some banter - this one is for you.
Friends we've finished Season One of Happy to Health and Season Two is already in the works and coming to you early in 2025.
But to say a huge thank you for joining us on this ride we have some bonus episodes to get you through the festive season.
So watch the feed, make sure you keep following @doctor.preeya.alexander on Insta and listen now to find out what we have in store.
Do you try to go to bed early but lie awake for hours? Do you struggle to wind down when your head hits the pillow? And are you doing things in bed that you really shouldn't?
Dr Preeya talks all things sleep with Dr Peter Wallbridge, respiratory and sleep physician.
From setting yourself up for a good night sleep to addressing worries about insomnia and being judged by your wearables.
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest: Dr Peter Wallbridge
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
Why are bowel cancer rates rising in younger people? What's the best age to get a mammogram? And how is modern day cancer treatment different from what we see in the movies?
Dr Preeya and her friend/medical oncologist Dr Kortnye Smith chat about the myths and realities of cancer treatment and exactly what it's like to be the doctor friend you never want to need for a favour.
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest: Dr Kortnye Smith, Medical Oncologist
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
Dr William Alexander (aka Willy) is Dr Preeya’s partner in crime; he’s a dance floor enthusiast, plastic and reconstructive surgeon for kids and adults and known as the “tickle monster” at home (no one is safe).
These two chat about everything from surviving surgical training and managing stress to managing the joys and challenges of parenting. It’s all on the table.
Laughs, teariness and banter included.
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest: Dr William Alexander - no Insta friends (yep, he’s that guy)
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Full Plate, out now
Food allergies are on the rise, but there are some things you can do to try and reduce the risk of them developing in your kids.
From eating a variety of food during pregnancy - yes including nuts if you're not allergic yourself - to avoiding food-based skin products like almond oil on your infant. And it's so important that you introduce a range of foods, bit by bit, when your bub starts eating solids.
Dr Nelu Simonsz (pediatrician and mother of 3) joins Dr Preeya to share a pile of practical golden nuggets when it comes to preventing food allergies, along with how to manage them (and the stress) if they do develop.
All those FAQs on “do we need a skin prick test?” “is this red skin around the mouth a food allergy reaction?” answered with plenty of singing and giggles on the way.
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest:
Dr Nelu Simonsz - paediatrician
Useful Links:
Nip Allergies in the Bub https://preventallergies.org.au
Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) “How to Introduce Solid Foods to Babies for Allergy Prevention” https://www.allergy.org.au/
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Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Preeya's new book Full Plate is out now!
How do GP's navigate dozens of patients and countless conditions with so little time? There's an art to it and today we're letting you in on our secrets.
My dear friend and mentor Dr Andy Morgan taught me so much as a medical educator. He's here to explain why the first minute of a consult is the most important, why your GP might involve you in the decision making, and how we feel as clinicians when we don't have all of the answers.
This episode will give you a new perspective on what happens in the consulting room (and might give you an idea of what you should be looking for in your GP!)
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest: Dr Andy Morgan, retired GP and medical educator.
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Preeya's new book Full Plate is out now!
What does your skin actually need and what is just an overhyped waste of your time and hard earned money?
Retinol, toners, cleansers, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, chemical peels, AHA, BHA (ahhh what do these terms even bloody mean?!)
Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald lets Dr Preeya pick her brains (for her personal interest but also to help you friends) so we can figure out where our pennies are best spent, what the evidence says and what ACTUALLY works.
This episode is a serious game changer filled with golden nuggets to navigate the skin care aisles with confidence.
*Please note this episode focuses on skin care and active ingredients and does not cover injectables (that needs its own episode entirely!)
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guest:
Dr Cara McDonald - Dermatologist
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Preeya's new book Full Plate is out now!
Do you wonder every month what is and isn't normal when it comes to period pain?
It's time to feel empowered to say “nope I’m not putting up with this sh*t anymore” as obstetrician/gynecologist Dr Mei Cheah joins Dr Preeya to bust all the societal expectations when it comes to period pain, PMS and all the rest.
Period pain 101 - it’s basically a biology lesson with 2 mates; when should you see your GP, what can you expect, does everyone need a referral to a gynecologist, is laparoscopy the only way to diagnose endometriosis? Plus plenty of practical tips on managing period pain even if there is no underlying cause found (yes, there are things you can do and no you do not need to put up with it).
The discussions in this podcast are general in nature and do not replace the need for you to see a qualified health professional for any concerns you may have.
Guests:
Dr Mei Cheah - Obstetrician/Gynaecologist
Instagram: @doctor.preeya.alexander
@drmeicheah
Books: Eat, Sleep, Play, Love by Dr Preeya Alexander
Preeya's new book Full Plate is out now!
