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Happy to Health with Dr Preeya

Dr Preeya Alexander

Dr Preeya Alexander passionately breaks down complex medical stuff with a bunch of experts to make the information digestible.

health & fitness medicine

All Episodes

00:42:41

Life Chitty Chat with Dr Will Alexander

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/10/19

Dr Will Alexander AKA Willy (Preeya’s husband) is back for round 2. Given season 1’s chat was loved by so many of you- Preeya has convinced Will to come back on so they can delve even further into marriage, parenting and surgery. Yep - it’s all in there! Strap in friends!!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, out nowTo find out more about AIA Australia head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aia.com.au

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00:46:53

Wellbeing in Men - with AFL legend Shane Crawford

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/10/05

Preeya and AFL legend Shane Crawford explore physical and mental wellbeing for men. Nothing is off the table in this chat - dealing with grief and loss and identity shifts with retirement from sport and parenthood. Shane and Preeya engage in open, honest and raw conversation about a range of topics.If this episode raises anything for you please see a qualified health professional like your GP or contact Lifeline which is a 24/7 counselling service on 13 11 14.Instagram:

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00:48:44

Belle Gibson to RFK Junior - the beast of health...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/09/28

Dr Jess Stokes Parish (science communicator and ICU nurse) joins Preeya to tackle the beast of health misinformation. Why was Belle Gibson so effective at spreading false information? Was Belle unique or is the issue far more widespread? How do you spot dodgy health content online when there’s so much of it and even qualified health professionals get confused at times? This episode includes practical tips to navigate this space (for both community members and health professionals). If you want to

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00:44:06

It’s not as simple as “energy in, energy out”- the...

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2025/09/14

Dr Emily Meyer (endocrinologist and bariatric physician) joins Preeya to discuss the complex issue of weight regulation for those living with overweight and obesity... without any of the diet culture BS or nonsense. Evidence based goodness - did you know that sleep, mental health, diet and physical activity are pillars when it comes to weight regulation? Why even with medication options these pillars need nurturing and additional support from experts like a dietician is so critical. Emily and Preeya

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00:25:57

Introduction to injectables

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/08/31

Been thinking about injectables for wrinkles? Preeya has pondered it and Dr Cara Mcdonald answers all her questions - when you might think about it (hot tip: making weird faces in the mirror looking for wrinkles ain’t it) and for which hot spots on the face and how to find someone qualified and trained to do it. It’s not for everyone and not everyone wants to consider it but if you’re pondering here’s some reliable info in this space. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep,

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00:48:58

Diet golden nuggets: Fad diets, gut health and...

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2025/08/03

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?Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠⁠, out nowTo find out more about AIA Australia

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00:39:34

Resilient Kids - how do we raise them?

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2025/07/20

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. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠⁠⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠⁠⁠, out nowSmiling MindTo find out more about AIA

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00:38:55

Loneliness - why it’s a serious issue

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/07/06

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!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep,

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00:43:42

Life chats with Ruchi Page

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/06/22

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.Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠@ruchipageBooks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠⁠⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠⁠⁠, out nowTo find out more about AIA Australia head to ⁠⁠www.aia.com.au⁠

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00:46:40

Let’s talk hormones - PCOS, perimenopause, glucose...

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2025/06/08

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

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00:29:40

Ovarian and breast cancer - everything you need to...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/05/25

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?Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠⁠⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠⁠⁠, out nowTo find out more about AIA Australia head

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00:36:09

The anxious brain - anxiety, panic attacks and what...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/05/11

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

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00:33:05

Sunscreen got sexy

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2025/04/27

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.alexander⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠ by Dr Preeya Alexander⁠⁠Full Plate⁠⁠, out nowTo find

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00:45:04

BONUS: A chat with my ride or die girlfriends

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2025/01/05

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.

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00:18:28

BONUS - Your kids' medical questions answered! PART 1

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/12/19

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.

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00:15:57

BONUS - More of your kids' medical questions...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/12/19

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.

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00:45:36

BONUS - Keeping Christmas cooking simple with Adrian...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/12/10

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.

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00:01:02

Festive bonus eps coming your way

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/10/31

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.

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00:51:40

Pillow talk (AKA a chat about sleep) with Dr Peter...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/10/14

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

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00:54:44

Bowels, Breasts and Treating the Big C with Dr...

Happy to Health with Dr Preeya ·

2024/09/29

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. Guest: Dr Kortnye Smith, Medical Oncologist Instagram: ⁠⁠@doctor.preeya.alexander⁠⁠ Books: ⁠⁠Eat, Sleep, Play, Love⁠ by Dr

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