If you’ve been feeling more anxious, foggy, flat or just not quite yourself lately — this conversation could be the missing piece.

Dr Jodi Richardson sits down with nutritionist Ali Tehan to explore the powerful connection between gut health, mood and mental clarity — especially during perimenopause and menopause.

Ali shares how changes in hormones can impact your gut microbiome, and in turn, your anxiety, energy levels, digestion and overall wellbeing. Together, they break down the science of the gut-brain connection into simple, practical steps you can actually apply in your everyday life.

In this episode, they cover:

- Why anxiety and brain fog can spike during this stage of life.

- How the gut-brain axis influences mood and stress the key role of fiber, plant diversity and whole foods.

- What’s really harming your gut health (and what helps).

- The difference between probiotics and prebiotics small, realistic changes that can make a big impact.

Plus, Ali shares where to start if you’re feeling overwhelmed — including how to assess your own gut health and build better habits without overhauling your entire life.

If you’re looking for practical ways to feel more energised, clear-headed and in control of your health, this episode is packed with insights to get you started.

Find Ali Tehan online:
Website: https://www.alitehan.com.au

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellie_tehan_nutritionist/

 

Connect with Dr Jodi Richardson:

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If you&rsquo;ve been feeling more anxious, foggy, flat or just not quite yourself lately &mdash; this conversation could be the missing piece. Dr Jodi Richardson sits down with nutritionist Ali Tehan to explore the powerful connection between gut health, mood and mental clarity &mdash; especially during perimenopause and menopause. Ali shares how changes in hormones can impact your gut microbiome, and in turn, your anxiety, energy levels, digestion and overall wellbeing. Together, they break down the science of the gut-brain connection into simple, practical steps you can actually apply in your everyday life. In this episode, they cover: - Why anxiety and brain fog can spike during this stage of life.
- How the gut-brain axis influences mood and stress&nbsp;the key role of fiber, plant diversity and whole foods. - What&rsquo;s really harming your gut health (and what helps). - The difference between probiotics and prebiotics&nbsp;small, realistic changes that can make a big impact. Plus, Ali shares where to start if you&rsquo;re feeling overwhelmed &mdash; including how to assess your own gut health and build better habits without overhauling your entire life. If you&rsquo;re looking for practical ways to feel more energised, clear-headed and in control of your health, this episode is packed with insights to get you started. Find Ali Tehan online: Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.alitehan.com.au&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1777964135349248&amp;usg=AOvVaw05TuIwcPexZqcOYFp7jezH" data-rawhref="https://www.alitehan.com.au">https://www.alitehan.com.au</a> Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/ellie_tehan_nutritionist/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1777964135349473&amp;usg=AOvVaw0uv8SWgjRBLcdMqbjHcVTs" data-rawhref="https://www.instagram.com/ellie_tehan_nutritionist/">https://www.instagram.com/ellie_tehan_nutritionist/</a>
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Our minds didn’t evolve for modern day life. It’s natural to feel anxious, but sometimes we can get stuck in a cycle of anxiety that gets in the way of, well, everything. If you’re looking for a compassionate place to learn how to dial anxiety down and get on with creating a happier life with more calm, contentment, meaning and purpose, this is the podcast for you.
Well, hello anxiety is hosted by anxiety and well-being speaker, educator and bestselling author Dr Jodi Richardson. Through open and honest conversations Jodi and her guests share expertise, inspiration and practical strategies to help you rise to the challenge of being human with the tools you need to thrive.


For education and entertainment purposes only.

Our minds didn’t evolve for modern day life. It’s natural to feel anxious, but sometimes we can get stuck in a cycle of anxiety that gets in the way of, well, everything. If you’re looking for a compassionate place to learn how to dial anxiety down and get on with creating a happier life with more calm, contentment, meaning and purpose, this is the podcast for you. Well, hello anxiety is hosted by anxiety and well-being speaker, educator and bestselling author Dr Jodi Richardson. Through open and honest conversations Jodi and her guests share expertise, inspiration and practical strategies to help you rise to the challenge of being human with the tools you need to thrive.
 For education and entertainment purposes only.

This is ‘Well, hello anxiety’, a podcast where we end the struggle with anxiety and build our toolkit of practical skills to thrive.

Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson

Anxiety happens. What happens next is what matters most. But where to start? And then what? And what if it's someone else you're trying to help? 'Well, hello anxiety' is the podcast where you'll learn answers to all of these questions and so much more. You'll finally see anxiety for what it really is, understand it, learn what the science says about settling it right down and how to help others as well. If you're looking for genuinely helpful, compassionate anxiety help, for yourself, or someone you care about, this is the podcast for you. An award-winning podcast Well, hello anxiety is hosted by anxiety and well-being speaker, educator and bestselling author Dr Jodi Richardson. Through open and honest conversations Jodi and her guests share expertise, inspiration and practical strategies to finally get anxiety out of the way so you can live the life that's waiting for you.



For education and entertainment purposes only.

Anxiety happens. What happens next is what matters most. But where to start? And then what? And what if it's someone else you're trying to help? 'Well, hello anxiety' is the podcast where you'll learn answers to all of these questions and so much more. You'll finally see anxiety for what it really is, understand it, learn what the science says about settling it right down and how to help others as well. If you're looking for genuinely helpful, compassionate anxiety help, for yourself, or someone you care about, this is the podcast for you. An award-winning podcast Well, hello anxiety is hosted by anxiety and well-being speaker, educator and bestselling author Dr Jodi Richardson. Through open and honest conversations Jodi and her guests share expertise, inspiration and practical strategies to finally get anxiety out of the way so you can live the life that's waiting for you.
 
For education and entertainment purposes only.