In this week’s episode, we’re unpacking the return of restrictive headlines — starting with The Telegraph’s “11 foods to avoid if you want to slim down for summer.” We break down what these kinds of lists get wrong, why they’re still everywhere, and how food swaps can either empower or shame, depending on the lens.
We also explore the news that WeightWatche ... Show More
Jul 7
Punishment Juice, 50 Calories & Supermarket Shake-Ups
This week, we’re diving into the stories shaping what we eat, how we shop and the way we live. We’re talking about the government’s new push to tackle obesity by cutting just 50 calories a day, whether weight-loss jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro are already changing our shopping ha ... Show More
1 h
Jun 30
The Nation’s Health Check, Cortisol Confusion & Stress Hacks
This week, we’re breaking down the new government data on the UK’s diet, from fibre and fruit and veg to vitamin D and iodine. It’s a clear snapshot of how we’re eating and why some of the most basic habits still aren’t sticking. We share what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what sma ... Show More
1h 3m
Jun 23
"The 14 Foods to Eat Every Week" & the £2,000 Wellness Trap
This week, we’re diving into the foods that could help you live longer — and the wellness habits that might be doing more harm than good. We start with the science behind the 14 foods linked to better brain, gut, and heart health. From oats and olive oil to beetroot, berries and ... Show More
58m 46s
Jan 2025
Eat for energy not weight loss! Em the Nutritionist: food impacts mood
Making better food choices isn’t about changing who you are, but about making you the most energetic, vibrant version of you. Emily English, aka Em the Nutritionist, talks through how food directly impacts mood. In this chat Fearne and Em both share their experiences of having ea ... Show More
46m 2s
Jun 15
These ‘Healthy Habits’ Will Backfire — Nutritionist Layla Al-Naif Explains Why
Think you’re doing everything right — eating clean, avoiding junk, trying all the wellness trends — but still feel bloated, tired, or stuck? You’re not alone. In this episode, leading nutritionist Layla Al-Naif joins us to unpack the hidden ways your healthy habits might actually ... Show More
55m 15s
Nov 2024
2781: Your Gut Bacteria Doesn’t Like Junk Food - Even If You Do by Tim Spector with Blue Zones on Microbiome Diversity
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 2781:Tim Spector explores the profound impact of junk food on our gut microbiome, highlighting how even a brief fast-food di ... Show More
11m 32s
Sep 2024
Diet vs. Drugs, Meal Skipping Myths, and The Truth About Processed Meat Snacks
Are you relying on the latest weight loss medications, or have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell break down new research revealing how a diet rich in protein and fibre can deliver results th ... Show More
38m 16s
Sep 2024
Another day, another TikTok diet trend
Talking in your sleep, Ricezempic, and what was growing out of Steph’s nose!? If you’ve been following Steph on social over the last couple of weeks, you’ll know she’s been on quite the skin journey! This week she shares what she squeezed out of two pimples on her nose. Then we a ... Show More
35m 14s