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 black tea, this is one list that’s actually worth paying attention to — backed ... Show More
Nov 20
Should We Count Calories? Pesticides & Tips for Winter
This week we’re diving into your biggest wellness questions, from whether calorie counting really works to how concerned we should be about pesticides in oats and hummus. We explore where the idea of calorie counting came from, why it became so popular, and what modern science ac ... Show More
37m 47s
Nov 17
The 75p Health Trick, Vagina Lollipops & Gut Secrets
This week we’re diving into the biggest wellness stories making headlines, from Kourtney Kardashian’s viral Lemmelaunches (yes, vagina lollipops and colostrum gummies) to new research suggesting our gut microbes might influence our personalities. We unpack the science behind thes ... Show More
59m 14s
Nov 2024
2767: My Take on the New Ultra Processed Foods Study by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Healthy Living Habits
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Episode 2767:
Danielle Omar's insights on ultra-processed foods emphasize their detrimental effects on health, drawing on a compreh ... Show More
11m 13s
Apr 2025
Ultra-Processed People: How Big Food Is Rewiring Our Brains | Chris Van Tulleken
Ultra-processed food is the new cigarette—and it's fueling a global health crisis hiding in plain sight. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Chris van Tulleken—infectious disease physician, BBC broadcaster, and author of Ultra-Processed People—to expose the truth behind ultra-p ... Show More
1h 22m
May 2025
Overwhelmed by Gut Health & Nutrition? Here's What You Actually Need to Know
If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels, overwhelmed by gut health advice, or unsure which supplements are actually worth it — this episode is for you. We sit down with Lisa Baker, a dermal therapist turned nutritionist and supplement product developer, to demystify what’s re ... Show More
50m 55s
Jul 2024
Foods Every Woman Should Eat with Dr. William Li
<p>Dr. William Li delves into his research on how certain foods can impact cancer, especially breast cancer, by cutting off blood supply and supporting the immune system. He emphasizes the importance of considering food as a tool for health, discussing studies that show the effec ... Show More
59m 32s
Jul 2024
Unlocking Gut Health: Expert Tips on Diet, Gut-Brain Connection, and Debunking Food Myths!
Join Mo Gawdat in an insightful conversation with Dr. Megan Rossi, also known as The Gut Health Doctor. Dr. Rossi is a renowned dietitian, nutritionist, and researcher specializing in gut health.00:00 Intro03:09 What is gut health?6:30 Eat for your gut microbes 9:00 Are wine and ... Show More
58m 13s
Nov 2024
The truth about expiry dates, freezing food and vegetable scraps | Carleigh Bodrug and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
We waste a shocking 40% of the food we buy. We throw away foods like carrot tops, beet greens, and spent coffee grounds. These ‘food scraps’ stuff our landfills and drain our pockets. But we can eat these foods and many of them offer tons of healthy nutrients. Today’s guest is Ca ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 23
Mayo Clinic Cancer Doctor: 5 Foods That Heal the Body, Starve Cancer, & Prevent Disease
<p>In this episode, you will learn what to eat to heal your body, starve cancer, and prevent disease - with the food you eat. </p><p>Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a double board‑certified Mayo Clinic physician, the first cancer doctor ever on this podcast, integra ... Show More
1h 48m
Sep 30
Recap: Why you should be wary of ‘low fat’ foods | Sarah Berry
If you’re a regular listener of this podcast, you’ll know that our cholesterol level is closely linked to heart health. With that in mind, it’s easy to be drawn to foods labelled as ‘low fat’, ‘reduced fat’ or ‘fat free’ - all of which promise to keep our cholesterol low and hear ... Show More
14m 55s
Nov 10
Ep 91 Smarter Ways to Eat & Supercharge Your Gut Health (Protein, Fiber, Fermented Foods) with Dr. Tim Spector
Are you eating high-protein but still feel tired, moody, or bloated? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tim Spector to talk about why gut diversity and food quality matter more than macros alone. We dive into how to build a microbiome-friendly breakfast, an easy way to approach ... Show More
44m 27s