What does immunity mean to you? In today’s Feel Better Live More podcast, researcher and lecturer, Dr Jenna Macciochi explains that it’s not just about fighting off infection. Our immune systems do not lie dormant, waiting to wage war if bacteria or viruses invade – they play a central and constant role as our bodies’ housekeepers.
How do we do that? From e ... Show More
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We live in a culture that often celebrates the ‘perfect’ relationship but does little to prepare us for the reality of long-term commitment. Modern life is filled with idealised images of love and marriage – but the truth, as today’s guest suggests, is far more human, messy and u ... Show More
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How to Calm Your Nervous System: 4 Ways to Sleep Better, Stress Less and Build Resilience with Dr Kristen Holmes #691
Are you in control of your nervous system – or is it in control of you? It's a question that deserves your attention, because the answer affects everything from how well you sleep to how you react when life is hard. And my guest this week believes most of us have more agency than ... Show More
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You probably already know that your diet can hugely influence how well you feel, but how much power do your food choices really have over your health? Today’s Bitesize is from episode 376 of the podcast with physician and author, Dr William Li. In his book, Eat To Beat Your Diet, ... Show More
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Recap: Tips for a healthy immune system | Jenna Macciochi
Today we’re diving into our immune health.
You can think of your immune system as your body’s personal physician. Diligently working around the clock to monitor, detect, and repair anything that might disrupt your health.
However, because it’s work is so seamless and silent, we ... Show More
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4.04 - Why is my immune system so important for my mental health?
4.04 – What about my immune system? What is my immune system and why is it so important? In this episode, Dr Pete Olusoga and Dr Leah Washington are joined by immunologist, Senior Lecturer and author, Dr Jenna Macciochi, to explore how the immune system is linked to psychological ... Show More
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What happens when the immune system doesn't function
Right this second, your immune system is protecting you from all the many potential bugs and foreign particles that can make you sick – bacteria, viruses, fungi, pollen, even food. When you’re healthy, you don’t realise how much work your immune system is doing to keep these nast ... Show More
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Foods and Habits That Keep Your Immune System Resilient
Our immune systems are under more pressure than ever—from processed diets, environmental toxins, stress, and fast-spreading infections—and the result is faster aging and greater vulnerability to disease. As we grow older, “zombie cells” spread inflammation throughout the body, we ... Show More
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Life doesn’t end at 40! How to live well for longer, with Dr Jenna Macciochi
Hit midlife? What do you want to do with the second part of your life? Immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi wonders that despite living longer now, we’re not necessarily living as healthily or as fully as possible during that time.In this chat with Fearne, Jenna talks through how we c ... Show More
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How To Strengthen Your Immune System
In this episode, in our Wellness Wednesday segment, we listen in as Dr. Gus talks with us about how to strengthen your immune system.
Go to https://7goodminutes.com/podcast/your-immune-system for full show notes.
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