Do you really need cold plunges, expensive supplements and the latest wearable to live a longer, healthier life? Dr Ginni Mansberg says probably not.

In this episode, Amelia sits down with GP, author and women’s health expert Dr Ginni Mansberg to cut through the increasingly noisy world of longevity and uncover what actually moves the needle.

Drawing on her new book, The Women’s Longevity Handbook, Ginni explains why she believes “biohacking is a bust” and why the less glamorous fundamentals may ultimately matter far more.

They unpack the things women can start doing in their 40s, 50s and beyond to protect their future health, from maintaining muscle and bone to reducing cardiovascular risk, protecting brain health and navigating menopause.

They also explore where menopausal hormone therapy fits into the longevity conversation, how much control we really have over our risk of dementia, and why looking after yourself in midlife isn’t selfish — it’s an investment in the people who rely on you, too.

And if the whole longevity conversation leaves you feeling like there are another 25 things you need to add to your to-do list, Ginni brings it right back to basics: what are the few things you could start doing now that your 80-year-old self will genuinely thank you for?

In this episode:

• The fundamentals that have the biggest impact on living longer and healthier
• Why muscle and bone become so important in midlife, and how to exercise when you hate it
• What women need to know about heart disease and cardiovascular risk
• How much of our future dementia risk may be modifiable
• Menopause, hormones and where MHT fits into healthy ageing
• Why self-care in midlife is anything but selfish
• The three things Ginni wants women to prioritise for their future selves

World Menopause Day:

Amelia and Dr Ginni will be speaking at Prevention Magazine's World Menopause Day Lunch on Oct 17th. Find out more and buy tickets here: https://www.worldmenopauseday.com.au/

About the guest:

Dr Ginni is a General Practitioner, TV host and resident GP on Channel 7's Sunrise. She sits on the advisory boards. She is the author of the bestselling book M Word, Save your Brain, and The women's Longevity Handbook.

Dr Ginni's books: https://www.booktopia.com.au/search?keywords=Dr%20Ginni%20Mansberg&productType=917504&pn=1 

Follow Dr Ginni: https://www.instagram.com/doctorginni/ 

About the host:

Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.

A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.

Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: ap@ameliaphillips.com.au
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
Discover Vitality360: https://v360.health

CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips                                                                                                        
Guest:   Tony Boutagy                                                                                                                             Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich                                                                                                                Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd

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