Oatmeal has long been considered a heart-healthy breakfast, but is it really as good for us as we think?
In this episode, Jonathan and Sarah break down the great oat debate. First, they explore the different types of oats - instant, rolled, and steel-cut and how processing impacts their nutritional value. Then, they put oats to the test using continuous glu ... Show More
Oct 7
Recap: Why you should eat 30 different plants every week | Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & Tim Spector
Today, we’re talking about plants. For years, our diets have been guided by a simple three word slogan: ‘five a day’. While it’s well established that eating fruit and vegetables is good for us, some experts believe the ‘five a day’ message puts too much emphasis on quantity, and ... Show More
16m 45s
Oct 2
HRV vs. VO2 max vs. ECG: Which wearable metric ACTUALLY matters? | Prof. Malcolm Findlay
Is your smartwatch just a fun gadget, or a serious medical device? In this episode, Jonathan Wolf is joined by Dr. Malcolm Findlay, a leading consultant cardiologist, to explore the powerful health data available on your wrist. They decode the most misunderstood metric, Heart Rat ... Show More
47m 29s
Jun 2024
2584: Is Coconut Sugar Healthy? Here’s What You Should Know by Sally Kuzemchak of Real Mom Nutrition
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2584:Sally Kuzemchak of RealMomNutrition.com demystifies the choice between organic and conventional fruits and vegetables, ... Show More
11m 40s
Jul 2024
The Heavy Metal You've Never Heard of: Deuterium's Impact on Metabolic Health, How to Avoid It and Deplete It with Dr. Sara Pugh | Episode 196
TODAY'S GUESTDr. Sara Pugh has a background in genetics, biochemistry and biophysics and has worked on protein folding, dopamine receptors, membrane proteins genetic promoters in moss, statins & heart cells . She later trained in hypnosis , functional movement, functional ... Show More
1h 20m
Jul 8
Professor Sarah Berry on Nutrition during the Menopause
Professor Sarah Berry has been conducting research at Kings College London for the last 25 years, and leading studies into how dietary components influence cardiovascular disease risk. She is also Chief Scientist at nutrition science company ZOE, and in 2024, they released their ... Show More
40m 34s
Nov 2020
You are what you eat - a deep dive on nutrition, the microbiome & supplements with the awesome Dr Joanna McMillan
My guest today is Dr Joanna McMillan - someone I consider to be Australia’s leading nutrition scientist & dietitian. She has appeared regularly in the media over the last 15 years, currently researches and lectures at University, has published 8 books, given heaps of corporate ta ... Show More
1h 27m
Apr 2024
2515: Are Blueberries a Superfood? by Beth Rush of EllyMcGuinness.com on Nutritional Value & Benefits
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2515:Discover the fascinating world of blueberries through Beth Rush's insights on EllyMcGuinness.com. This article demystif ... Show More
13m 33s
Apr 2025
Ep. 136 As A Woman, What & How Should I Be Eating?: Smart Snacking, Gut Health & Actually Useful Nutrition Advice with Professor Sarah Berry
This is an expert episode absolutely packed with gold on what & when we should be eating. My guest is Professor Sarah Berry, a world-leading expert in nutritional science, Professor at King’s College London, the Chief Scientist at ZOE and the lead nutritional scientist on the PRE ... Show More
1h 12m
Sep 2024
#534: Are Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Healthy? – Matthew Nagra, ND
The debate between animal-based and plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) has garnered significant attention, especially concerning their impact on cardiovascular health. As PBMAs become increasingly popular, questions about their nutritional profiles and long-term health implica ... Show More
46m 24s
Aug 14
5 Healthy Foods that Inflame Your Body and Increase Body Fat
In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals the five "healthy" foods that may be doing more harm than good. You’ll learn how smoothies, often thought of as a nutritious choice, can be loaded with sugar and processed ingredients that trigger inflammation. You’ll also discover how granola ... Show More
25m 56s
Nov 2019
Vegan Snake Oil? The Game Changers Movie Review, Part 1.
In this episode, Justin & Jordan discuss the vegan and vegetarian diets as put forth within the 2018 film, The Game Changers. Their discussion offers input on the gut microbiome, expands upon ideas presented in the film and outlines considerations regarding the proper implementat ... Show More
38m 24s