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The Wellness Scoop
Welcome to The Wellness Scoop! Join Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella, and Registered Nutritionist and founder of Rhitrition, Rhiannon Lambert every Monday for your weekly health inspiration.
Each episode delivers the latest wellness news, expert advice, and personal recommendations from Ella and Rhiannon—simple swaps, easy ideas, and realistic tips to help you live healthier, no matter how busy life gets.
Tune in to start your week feeling informed, inspired, and armed with tools to build a healthier, happier life!
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The Extra Scoop: The Truth About Glucose Monitors
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) have exploded in popularity, promising everything from weight loss to personalised health insights — but are they really delivering?
To help us make sense of the science, we’re joined by Dr. Javier González, Professor of Nutrition and Metabolism at the University of Bath. Javier recently co-authored a study exploring how CGMs impact non-diabetic adults, and found that they might be giving misleading feedback and even encouraging unhelpful dietary choices.
In This Episode, We Cover:
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Blood sugar 101
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What CGMs are and how they work
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The key findings from Dr. González’s recent study
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Common myths and misconceptions about glucose tracking. Are CGMs actually beneficial for people without diabetes?
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The risks of relying too heavily on health tech
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Simple, science-backed strategies for managing blood sugar — without a monitor
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Bikini Bodies, Sugar Cravings and Thriving over Rotting
In this week’s episode, we’re taking a closer look at the sneaky side of nutrition—starting with hidden sugar. From yoghurt and oat milk to savoury sauces and baby food, we reveal just how much sugar is lurking in everyday items—and why it's so hard to spot on the label.
Weight loss jabs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are still dominating headlines, but behind the hype lies a deeper conversation about self-worth, body image, and how 90s diet culture continues to shape our thinking. We share a powerful reflection from Elizabeth Day on the inner critic, societal pressure, and what true body neutrality looks like in 2025.
We also break down the latest ultra-processed food research, including shocking new stats on early death risk. Are UPFs as dangerous as the data suggests—and what can we actually do about it?
Plus, the baby food pouch scandal has reignited debate about infant nutrition. We unpack the findings, the marketing spin, and why transparency is urgently needed in this space.
Elsewhere, Rhi reveals the surprising truth about plastics in activewear, Ella shares her take on the “bed rotting” trend, and we answer a listener question on the best ways to cook your veg without losing nutrients.
Reccomendations:
- Crash Diets Don’t Work - listen to Rhi's excellent reminder in the ep
- Weight loss jabs and the struggle for self-acceptance - a fascinating article from Elizabeth Day's Substack
- Email your MP via the Save The Children website to help protect foreign aid, urgently needed by mothers and newborn children across 12 countries.
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The Extra Scoop: Collagen and the Supplement Boom
Supplements are everywhere — from collagen to magnesium, creatine and ashwagandha - how much of it is science, and how much is just smart marketing? In this short conversation, we’re cutting through the confusion and breaking down what really matters when it comes to supplements and nutrition.
To help us unpack it all, we’re joined by Dr. Karan Rajan, NHS surgeon and online educator known for busting medical myths with science and clarity. He shares expert insights into what’s worth taking, what to avoid, and how to navigate the ever-expanding world of supplements with confidence.
In This Episode, We Cover:
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Whether a balanced diet is enough — or if most of us actually need supplements
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What collagen is and whether it really delivers on the hype
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The most beneficial supplements, and who can benefit most
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Whether more is better when it comes to supplementing
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Red flags, myths, and common misconceptions to watch out for
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The science behind trending supplements like ashwagandha, creatine, magnesium, and collagen
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Three science-backed tips for supporting your nutrition without the overwhelm
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Reversing Inflammation, Power Naps & The Fall of Weight Watchers/Diet Culture
In this week’s episode of The Wellness Scoop, we’re diving into some of the biggest shifts and studies shaping the future of health and wellness.
We look at a powerful new study showing how switching to a traditional diet for just two weeks can reduce inflammation and boost immunity — without supplements or complex protocols. It’s part of a growing movement back to simpler, seasonal, plant-forward eating.
We also explore the link between high blood pressure and dementia risk. A large-scale trial found that addressing cardiovascular health in midlife — through medication and lifestyle changes — could reduce dementia risk by 15%. We break down what that means in practical terms.
WW (formerly WeightWatchers) is reportedly heading for bankruptcy, and it’s raising big questions about the future of diet culture. With the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, we’re seeing a shift toward science-backed, compassionate health strategies that move away from guilt, tracking, and restriction.
Rhi brings back a fascinating study on daytime napping and brain health — showing that a short daily nap may help slow brain ageing and preserve brain volume.
Plus, we look at the wellness trends forecast for 2025 — from high-protein breakfasts and mastic gum to brain flossing, okra water, and metabolic tracking tools. What’s worth paying attention to, and what’s just another layer of over-optimising?
Recommendations:
- Batch-cooking quinoa! A real time saver for when you're having a busy week
- Sparkling water, super tasty and without additives.
- Panorama's investigation into baby food pouches - worth watching ahead of the discussion next week
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The Extra Scoop: Are Our Phones Making us Miserable?
We’re living in a screen-saturated world—and many of us are starting to ask: what’s all this phone time actually doing to our brains?
In this episode, we’re joined by TJ Power, neuroscientist, founder of The DOSE Lab, and author of The DOSE Effect. TJ’s work explores how our brain chemicals—dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins—shape our mental wellbeing, especially in a digital age where constant scrolling is the norm.
In This Episode, We Cover:
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What dopamine is and how it’s affected by our screen habits
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How social media and phone use influence mood, motivation, and mental health
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Whether excessive phone use is actually addictive—and what the warning signs are
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The science behind phone-free mornings and pre-bed habits
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How constant scrolling might be affecting your emotional resilience
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Common myths about dopamine and tech
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Three practical, science-backed ways to reset your brain and improve focus
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Cold Plunges, Morning Routines & The 3 Bursts of Ageing
In this week’s episode of The Wellness Scoop, we’re diving into some of the most talked-about trends and headlines in health and wellness.
We look at the new science around ageing reveals we don’t age steadily — but in three distinct bursts at 34, 60 and 78. What’s happening inside our bodies, and what can we do about it?
Are cold plunges actually hurting your muscle growth? We break down the bold claim that they reduce gains by 66% — and what the research really shows.
Olive oil shots are the latest TikTok wellness craze — promising better digestion, fewer cravings and glowing skin. But do the benefits hold up beyond the buzz? We also look at the trend of morning routines.
Plus, we discuss a major new report on alcohol and breast cancer risk, explore whether pets might actually make us happier than our partners, and ask whether wellness routines have gone too far in the pursuit of “optimization.”
And in our listener question this week: how do you talk to kids about “unhealthy” food without creating shame or fear?
Recommendations this week:
- Ella's film picks: We Live in Time and Wicked
- Signs by Laura Lynne Jackson
- Reign - a gripping TV series
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The Extra Scoop: Can You Eat Your Way to Glowing Skin?
Is glowing skin all about luck, or can your diet really make a difference? In this 15-minute conversation, we’ll dive into the buzzwords, nutrients, and so-called "skin superfoods" that claim to transform your skin. We’ll also explore lifestyle factors like stress, hydration, and sleep, and ask whether supplements and trendy fixes really live up to the hype. Plus, we’ll reflect on the pressures and unrealistic beauty standards that impact how we feel about our skin.
We’re joined by Dr. Thivi Maruthappu, Consultant Dermatologist and Nutritionist, to discuss how diet and lifestyle impact skin health.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Whether diet truly affects skin health or if it’s more about genetics
- Key nutrients and "skin superfoods" that can make a difference
- The role of stress, hydration, and sleep in skin health
- The effectiveness of supplements, including collagen and beauty gummies
- Whether quick fixes like face sculpting devices and LED lights actually work
Dr Thivi Maruthappu is the author of SkinFood: Your 4-Step Solution to Healthy, Happy Skin
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Longevity, Collagen & the Perfectionism Trap
In this week’s episode, we explore the link between movement, health, and body image—asking whether it’s time to rethink what it means to be fit at any size. From inclusive workout spaces to powerful personal stories, we look at how fitness and longevity go beyond the scales.
Green tea is making headlines for its potential brain health benefits in older adults, but what does the science actually say? And how does it stack up against coffee? We break down the latest research, plus what to look for in a good-quality brew.
Collagen coffee is the latest beauty-meets-wellness trend—but is it just frothy marketing? We look at what collagen really does, who might benefit, and whether your morning latte is the best delivery method.
We also dive into a brilliant piece from Style Magazine in The Times about perfectionism and the pressure to optimise every part of our lives. Is the pursuit of betterment actually stealing your joy? And could “good enough” be the healthiest choice of all?
We take a closer look at how to age in the healthiest way possible—breaking down the latest research on healthspan and what we can actually do now to support our long-term wellbeing, from diet to mindset to movement.
Plus, Ella shares her New York adventures, Rhiannon talks about oat bars, and we unpack SACN’s latest update on ultra-processed foods—why not all UPFs are created equal, and what this means for plant-based eating.
Recommendations this week:
- Is Maximising’ Your Life Making You Miserable? A great article from Style Magazine in this weekend’s Times
- Rhi's easy to make oat bars - quick and delicious
- Book recommendation - I May Be Wrong
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The Extra Scoop: The Fertility & Lifestyle Connection
How much does lifestyle really impact fertility, and what’s just a myth? In this short conversation, we tackle common questions about age, sperm count, plastics, and nutrition, exploring what the science actually says. We’ll also share actionable advice on what you can do to support your fertility and cut through the noise of confusing headlines. We’re joined by Ro Huntriss, founder of Fertility Dietitian UK, a leading UK fertility dietitian to unpack it.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- How much modern lifestyle factors truly affect fertility versus myths
- The role of age, relationships, and contraceptive use in fertility
- Endocrine disruptors, microplastics, and their real impact
- The most important nutrition and lifestyle choices for fertility
Ro Huntress is the author of the cookbook Deliciously Healthy Fertility: Nutrition and Recipes to Help You Conceive. Follow her on Instagram @fertility.dietitian.uk
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The Extra Scoop: Sleep 101
Sleep is something we all do every night, yet many of us struggle to get enough of it. With so much conflicting advice, it can be hard to know what really matters.
To help us separate fact from fiction, we’re joined by Dr. Lindsay Browning, a chartered psychologist, neuroscientist, and sleep expert with a doctorate in insomnia from the University of Oxford. Dr. Browning breaks down the science of sleep, debunks common myths, and shares practical strategies to help you improve your sleep quality.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- How much sleep we really need and why it matters
- The consequences of sleep deprivation on health
- The impact of sleep tracking devices, late-night scrolling, and caffeine on sleep quality
- The gender gap and sleep
- Practical tips to improve sleep and wake up feeling more refreshed
Dr. Lindsay browning is the author of Navigating Sleeplessness: How to Sleep Deeper and Better for Longer
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Crash Diets, Raw Milk & Declining Brain Power
In this week’s episode, we dive into the viral return of crash diets—from Vogue’s 1970s wine-and-eggs plan to the wider culture of extreme restriction. Why are these outdated ideas resurfacing, and what do they say about the wellness world today?
Raw milk is everywhere on TikTok, praised by influencers and wellness personalities. But is it really a nutritional powerhouse—or just a risky trend in disguise? We explore the facts, the fear, and the politics behind the hype.
New research suggests we may have reached the peak of human intelligence. Are modern lifestyles making us less focused and less capable of deep thinking? We unpack the science and what it could mean for our future.
We also take a closer look at the wholegrain debate—are they truly a health essential, or have they been overhyped? We break down the benefits, the drawbacks, and why refined grains shouldn’t always be the enemy.
Plus, Ella shares her latest updates from New York, Rhiannon reveals her verdict on sweet vs savoury breakfasts, and we answer a listener question on whether a sweet start to the day can still be balanced and nourishing.
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Recommendations this week:
- Substack: A good replacement for doom-scrolling - a good place to find interesting articles
- The Women by Kristin Hannah - Ella's book recommendation this week
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The Extra Scoop: What is Burnout?
Burnout is a growing concern, dominating workplace discussions and social media. But what does it actually mean? Is it just a buzzword or a real issue we need to take seriously? In this episode, we explore what burnout is, why it’s such a big deal right now, and what you can do to protect yourself.
To help us unpack all of this, we’re joined by Dr. Claire Ashley, neuroscientist and clinician, who has 15 years of experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout using evidence-based strategies.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- What burnout actually means and how to recognise it
- Burnout versus day-to-day stress, what's the difference?
- The most effective ways to prevent and recover from burnout
- Simple steps to reduce stress and avoid burnout
Dr. Claire Ashley is the author of The Burnout Doctor: Your 6-step recovery plan
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Ultra-Processed Snacks, Sugar Cravings, The Gut-Brain Connection
Loneliness is now considered as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, with studies linking social isolation to a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, and even early death. We explore why strong relationships are one of the most powerful predictors of long-term health—and how small, meaningful connections can make a difference.
We also dive into the risks of ultra-processed foods, from their impact on toddlers’ development to their surprising link to eyesight issues. With 61% of a UK toddler’s diet now coming from UPFs, experts are raising the alarm about potential speech delays and oral development concerns. Plus, new research suggests ultra-processed foods may damage retinal blood vessels, increasing the risk of vision problems like age-related macular degeneration.
In this week’s wellness trend, we unpack the viral tongue scraping craze—does it actually improve bad breath and oral health, or is it just another wellness fad?
And in our listener question, we break down why sugar cravings happen and how to manage them without feeling deprived.
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Recommendations:
- Date and banana nut butter bites: Press 18 pitted medjool dates (about 400g) into a lined tray, spread over 4 heaped tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, layer with 2 thinly sliced ripe bananas, and pour over 2 melted bars of dark chocolate (about 150g). Sprinkle with sea salt, freeze for at least an hour, then slice and enjoy straight from the freezer. See it in action here
- Yotam Ottolenghi's article: 'I tried intermittent fasting, and hated it. This is why we need to ditch the diets and go back to basics'
- Tongue Scrapers - a recommended wellness trend
- Pre-order Rhi's new book 'The Unprocessed Plate'
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The Extra Scoop: Should We Eat 30 Plants a Week?
The advice to eat 30 different plants a week is gaining huge momentum. You might have seen it on social media, heard it mentioned by health experts, or even spotted ‘Plant Points’ on food packaging, but what does it actually mean? And why is everyone talking about it?
We’re joined by Dr. Federica Amati, a Registered Nutritionist and Nutrition Topic Lead at Imperial College London’s Faculty of Medicine, to unpack it. Dr. Amati explains what eating 30 plants actually means, how it works, and the biggest benefits of plant diversity in your diet. She also shares practical steps to help you start incorporating more plants into your meals.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- What eating 30 plants a week actually means
- The difference between 5-a-day and 30 plants
- The benefits of plant diversity in your diet
- What 30 pants a week looks like
- Three simple steps to get started today
Dr. Federica Amati is the author of Every Body Should Know This: The Science of Eating for a Lifetime of Health
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Sugar, Bread, The Immune System Breakthrough & When to Exercise
Is spinach really bad for you? We break down the latest controversy around oxalates, calcium and whether leafy greens are as harmful as some claim.
A media doctor says two tablespoons of sugar are healthier than two slices of wholewheat bread—but is this just another viral nutrition myth? We unpack the science behind the claim.
Scientists have uncovered a new part of the immune system that could lead to a breakthrough in natural antibiotics. Could this discovery change the future of medicine?
Plus, new research suggests morning and evening workouts could lower cancer risk—does when you exercise really matter?
We also discuss why nutrition misinformation spreads so fast, why slushies are no longer recommended for kids under 8, and answer a listener's question on overcoming fear of calories in nutritious meals.
Recommendations This Week:
- I Can’t Smile or Play with My Kids: Life After My Brain Injury by Clemency Burton-Hill
- I May Be Wrong by Björn Natthiko Lindeblad
- Let Them by Mel Robbins
- My NutriWeb - for health professionals CPD
- Saturated Facts by Dr. Idz
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The Extra Scoop: Anxiety 101
Anxiety affects millions of people and is on the rise, but do we really understand what it is and how it manifests? In this 15-minute conversation, we'll share practical tools for managing anxiety in daily life, explore the difference between everyday anxiety and clinical anxiety, and look at why it shows up so differently for everyone.
To help us break it down, we’re joined by Dr. Marianne Trent, Specialist Clinical Psychologist, who provides expert insights into anxiety, how it affects individuals differently, and the most effective ways to manage it.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- What anxiety really is and whether we should see it as a normal part of life
- The difference between everyday anxiety and clinical anxiety
- How personal experiences shape how anxiety manifests
- The most effective tools for managing anxiety, especially in overwhelming moments
- How to accept and live with your reality
Dr. Marianne Trent is the author of The Clinical Psychologist Collective: Advice & Guidance for Aspiring Clinical Psychologists
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The Stress Cure, Castor Oil & Social Media Bans
Could a single daily conversation be the easiest way to lower stress? New research shows that meaningful social interactions can significantly boost well-being—we break down why this simple habit matters.
The longevity debate is shifting, with studies suggesting eating less protein may help you live longer. But is cutting back really the key? We explore the science behind Blue Zones, protein myths, and what actually works.
Social media is under fire as Chris Whitty reviews a potential ban for under-16s on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Is this a smart move for mental health or an overreach?
Plus, castor oil packs and navel pulling are trending as detox remedies—but do they actually work? We separate fact from fiction on this ancient practice making a modern comeback.
And if you're looking for free ways to check your gut health, we've got simple, science-backed methods to assess digestion—no pricey tests required.
Recommendations This Week:
- Plates, the UK's first Michelin star plant-based restaurant
- Toxic Town, Ella's TV recommendation
- Bird Feeders, a simple way to enjoy bringing nature to you
- Roasted beans, lentils and pulses - super tasty and make for great salad toppers
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The Extra Scoop: Cycle Tracking & Mood
Ever feel like your emotions are on a rollercoaster throughout the month? You’re not imagining it. Your menstrual cycle plays a major role in how you feel, both physically and mentally. In this episode, we explore the connection between your cycle and your mood and share practical ways to feel more balanced.
We’re joined by Maisie Hill, author of Period Power and Perimenopause Power, a leading voice in menstrual health and empowerment. Maisie is passionate about helping people understand their cycles, harness their hormones, and take control of their well-being. With her no-nonsense approach, she shares how to work with your cycle, not against it, so you can feel your best every day of the month.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- How your cycle influences energy, anxiety, and mood swings
- Holistic approaches to feeling more balanced, from nutrition to lifestyle and stress management
- The benefits of cycle tracking and how understanding your patterns can help you navigate life with more ease
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Ozempic, The Size Zero Comeback & (More) Protein Hype
Are we heading back to the size zero era? With Hollywood’s red carpets filled with ultra-thin bodies, speculation about weight-loss drugs like Ozempic is everywhere. As the conversation around health shifts back to extreme weight loss, we examine the impact of Ozempic-fueled diet culture and the resurgence of toxic beauty standards.
Protein obsession isn’t slowing down—from powders to high-protein snacks, demand is booming. But do we really need more? We break down the science, the hidden risks in protein powders, and whether meat snacks are a gym-goer’s dream or just another processed food trap.
Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s in your body. Hair loss, gut issues, and unexplained breakouts could all be signs of silent stress. We reveal seven warning signals of chronic stress and the small, science-backed ways to break the cycle before it takes a toll.
Plus, nature vs. nurture—how much of our health is genetics versus lifestyle? A major new study suggests we have far more control over our long-term well-being than we think.
Recommendations This Week
Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed’s new book: The 20-Minute Gut Health Fix (@salihacooks)
Rhi’s music pick: Ludovico Einaudi
Jamelia: The Dark Side of Being A SUPERSTAR on We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson
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The Extra Scoop: Bloating
Bloating—uncomfortable, frustrating, and often a mystery. But how much of it is actually normal? In this episode, we cut through the noise and get straight to the facts.
With bloating now fueling a billion-pound industry, countless products promise relief. But do they really work, or is the solution far simpler?
- What really causes bloating?
- Are quick-fix supplements worth it, or just clever marketing?
- Can stress, diet, or even tight clothing make it worse?
To help separate fact from fiction, we’re joined by Catherine Rabess, a Registered Dietitian specialising in gastroenterology and complex nutrition support. Catherine is the Clinical Lead Dietitian for NHS Nutrition and Dietetic Service in South West London, and helps clients on a 1-1 basis inside the Rhitrition Clinic. She shares expert-backed insights to help you understand your gut — and feel your best in this episode.
Catherine is also the author of The 30 Plan: Why Eating 30 Plants a Week Will Revolutionise Your Gut Health.
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Body Scans, Brain-Boosting Foods & The Truth About UPFs
This week, we put body scans to the test—are they the future of personal health tracking or just another wellness gimmick? We both tried them and are sharing our results, what surprised us, and whether they’re actually worth it.
Plus, Europe’s life expectancy is falling, and England is seeing the biggest decline. We explore the obesity crisis, preventable diseases, and why today’s generation may live shorter lives than their parents.
Next, creatine is everywhere, but should you be taking it? We break down who actually benefits, common myths, and whether it deserves a spot in your routine.
Then, we talk ultra-processed foods—what actually counts as a UPF? We finally break down the NOVA system, clear up the misinformation, and answer a listener’s question about whether everyday foods like yoghurt and bread really count as UPFs.
We also cover the surprising brain-boosting benefits of walnuts, why milk may lower bowel cancer risk, and the latest baby nutrition trend that’s dividing parents.
Recommendations This Week
- Viridian Vegan EPA & DHA Oil – Ella’s go-to Omega-3 supplement
- Ruuby – The ultimate at-home wellness booking app
- Ion8 and Ulula Steel Water Bottles
- Rhi has surprise for Ella!!
Join us as we cut through the noise, break down the trends, and bring you real, practical advice on what’s worth your time, money, and health!
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The Extra Scoop: How to Be Happy
Every month, "How to be happy" is searched 45 million times on Google. We all want happiness, yet so many struggle to find it. With anxiety and depression on the rise, what’s holding us back?
This week, Dr. David Hamilton — a pharmaceutical scientist, with PhD in organic chemistry, and a best-selling author — breaks down the science of happiness and how small, simple changes can make a big impact.
We discuss:
- Why happiness feels harder to find than ever
- The "productivity trap" and its impact on well-being
- Science-backed ways to boost happiness effortlessly
Join us as we cut through the noise and share real, practical advice for a happier life!
For more information on David and his books visit drdavidhamilton.com
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The Body Image Battle, Electrolytes & TikTok’s Food Fight
Are electrolyte drinks the secret to better hydration, or just overpriced salt water? With influencers swearing by them and sales booming, we’re breaking down whether you actually need them—or if it’s just another wellness fad.
TikTok is in a full-blown debate over white vs. brown rice, but does one really have the edge? We’re unpacking the facts behind the latest viral food fight.
Meanwhile, a major fashion retailer’s ad just got banned for promoting unrealistic body standards. With brands being called out more than ever, is the tide finally turning on harmful beauty messaging?
And new research suggests that dancing in your kitchen could be just as effective as a gym workout. Could this be the simplest way to stay fit?
We’re breaking down the biggest wellness stories of the week—what’s real, what’s hype, and what actually matters.
Join us as we cut through the noise of wellness trends to give you the facts, the science, and some much-needed clarity on what works and what doesn’t!
Our recommendations:
- Banana Berry Crumble - a delicious crumble recipe
- By Sarah – a brilliant brand of natural skincare
- OMG Tea Matcha – Ella’s favourite female founded matcha brand
- Pre-order Rhiannon's new book The Unprocessed Plate
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The Oat Milk Backlash, Glucose Spikes & UPF Lawsuits
Is oat milk really bad for you? This week, we dive into the oat milk backlash—why sales are dropping, whether it actually spikes blood sugar, and if it's as unhealthy as some claim.
We also break down the glucose monitor trend. More and more people without diabetes are tracking their blood sugar—but is it helpful or just another wellness obsession?
Plus, could ultra-processed food (UPF) companies be sued like Big Tobacco? Legal experts are investigating whether food manufacturers knowingly made their products addictive.
And finally, a shocking study found microplastics in human brains. Should we be worried, or is this just another scary headline?
Recommendations This Week:
- Pre-order Rhiannon's new book The Unprocessed Plate
- Apple Cider Vinegar (Netflix) – The shocking Belle Gibson scam story
- Amandaland (BBC) – A must-watch for Motherland fans
- Belly Bugs by David Bell – A fun gut health book for kids
- Daily Affirmations & Self-Love Mantra Meditation on the Deliciously Ella app
Join us as we cut through the noise, break down the trends, and bring you real, practical advice on what’s worth your time, money, and health!
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Is Eating Healthy Too Expensive? The Hot Girl Walk & Why You Don’t Need to Be Perfect
Is eating healthy becoming a luxury? This week, we dive into why nutritious food is more expensive than ever and how to make eating well more affordable. Plus, fresh vs frozen food—does it really matter? We break down what’s worth spending on and where frozen might be the better option.
We also talk about The Hot Girl Walk, the TikTok trend with over 600 million views that might be the easiest (and cheapest) wellness habit yet.
Then, we unpack NAD+, the latest “longevity hack” that has celebrities hooked. Does it actually work, or is it just another expensive quick fix?
And finally, why you don’t need to be perfect to be healthy. Science shows our happiness and well-being naturally ebb and flow. No one feels 100% all the time, and that’s normal. We explore why ‘good enough’ can sometimes be the best health strategy.
Recommendations This Week
• Grandparenting by Terri Apter (book)
• A tea flask instead of a keep cup (a game-changer!)
• One-Pan Leek and Butter Bean Orzo, an easy, budget-friendly recipe from Deliciously Ella
Join us as we cut through the noise, break down the trends, and bring you real, practical advice on what’s worth your time, money, and health!
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Greens Powders, Carnivore Diets, and the £385 Billion Wellness Boom
This week, we’re diving into the wellness stories everyone’s talking about! Is TikTok becoming the go-to doctor for a whole generation, or is it a recipe for misinformation? Is the carnivore diet a dangerous fad, or is there some truth behind the hype? (Hint: a Florida man found out the hard way when his extreme all-meat-and-dairy diet left him with cholesterol literally oozing from his skin!) And what about greens powders and celebrity-endorsed supplements like David Beckham’s I.M.8—are they worth their sky-high price tags, or is the £385 billion supplement industry selling us a dream? We’re also exploring the revolutionary NHS trial testing brain implants to boost mood and transform mental health care. Tune in as we cut through the noise to find out what’s really worth your time, money, and health!
Recommendations This Week:
- Open When by Dr. Julie Smith
- Ladies Who Launch by Rochelle Humes (Podcast)
- OMG Tea Matcha
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Flu Season, Seed Oils, and Matcha v Coffee
This week, we’re diving into the wellness stories everyone’s talking about! Could flu season be worse than ever? Are seed oils really “toxic,” or is it time to set the record straight? And in the ultimate morning beverage battle, is matcha finally stealing coffee’s crown?
We’re also unpacking the latest borecore trend, whether coffee is actually good for you, why sobriety is on the rise, and how LED masks became the new skincare obsession
Recommendations This Week:
- The Postcard by Anne Berest
- LED Mask – the ultimate at-home skincare upgrade, Rhi uses the Omnilux mask
- Fussy deodorant
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Protein, Skin Food, and the Battle Against Birthday Cake
From protein pots flying off supermarket shelves to Scotland banning birthday cakes, this week we’re diving into the trends and headlines shaping the wellness world. How much protein do you really need? Is BMI an outdated measure of health? And what’s behind the viral “Oat-zempic” and chia water crazes?
We’ll also take a closer look at the man spending $2 million a year on anti-ageing protocols—are his extreme habits the future of wellness? Plus, Dr Thivi joins us to explore the connection between diet and glowing skin, with practical advice you can trust.
Recommendations This Week:
- School of Greatness Podcast with Dr Rangan Chatterjee: How To Escape The Prison Of Your Mind & Reinvent Your Life In 2025 – A refreshing take on mindset and behaviour change.
- Well Fed by James Collier and Yoga Happy by Hannah Barrett – Inspiring reads for food and mindfulness.
- Netflix Pick: “Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever” – A fascinating deep dive into the extremes of the anti-ageing movement.
- Johann Hari Magic Pill – the pros and cons of Ozempic (his interview on Diary of a CEO Podcast also provides an overview)
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New Years Resolutions, The Myth of Calorie Counting, and Phone Addiction
New year, new wellness goals! We’re diving into resolutions, the viral “Morning Shed” trend, and tackling phone addiction’s impact on mental health. Plus, expert Giles Yeo on calorie counting, and headlines you need: vegans’ gut health wins and loneliness as a rising health risk. Fresh tips, real talk, and inspiration to kickstart your healthiest year yet—don’t miss it!
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Introducing The Wellness Scoop
Welcome to The Wellness Scoop! Join Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella, and Registered Nutritionist and founder of Rhitrition, Rhiannon Lambert every Monday for your weekly health inspiration.
Each episode delivers the latest wellness news, expert advice, and personal recommendations from Ella and Rhiannon—simple swaps, easy ideas, and realistic tips to help you live healthier, no matter how busy life gets.
Tune in to start your week feeling informed, inspired, and armed with tools to build a healthier, happier life - coming 13th January!
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All On The Board: Strength through vulnerability and mental health toolkits
DISCLAIMER: this episode touches on eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.This week Ella is joined by Transport for London employees Jeremy Chopra and Ian Redpath, AKA All On The Board, the duo who made it their mission to bring smiles to the faces of London commuters through writing poems, quotes and creative messages on the underground’s service information boards. In this open and inspiring conversation, Ian and Jeremy open up about how their own experiences with their mental and physical health led them to create a positive online community.They discuss:
- How Ian and Jeremy started sharing inspiring messages about mental and physical health with London commuters
- Jeremy’s experience with depression and an eating disorder
- The danger of keeping inner distress to ourselves
- Dealing with imposter syndrome
- Ian’s experience with anxiety and PTSD
- Navigating difficult times one step at a time
- The importance of self-compassion in any healing journey
- The power of a gratitude practice
- Why saying something is better than saying nothing
Links:
- All On The Board’s latest book, Your Daily Companion: Inspiring words to take you from morning to night
- For new users, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Jessie Inchauspé: How balancing her blood sugar changed her life
This week Ella is joined by Jessie Inchauspé, AKA the Glucose Goddess, Jessie is the founder of the Glucose Goddess movement where she teaches over 1.5 million people online about how to reconnect with their bodies, the importance of blood sugar, and easy hacks to manage it. In this open and inspiring conversation, Jessie opens up about experiencing episodes of difficult mental health during her 20s, dealing with loneliness, the practices that helped her move forwards slowly and gradually, how she discovered the power of managing her blood sugar levels for her mental and physical health; as well as the mindset shifts, self-care tools and non-negotiables habits that helped her get to a happier and healthier place.They discuss:
- The accident which triggered episodes of difficult mental health
- Loneliness and not-relating to others
- The practices Jessie used to gradually move forwards day by day
- Why our daily, lifestyle choices impact our health much more than our genetics
- Discovering the link between mental health and blood glucose levels
- Glucose and blood sugar 101
- Unrelenting perseverance to pursue her passion
- The power of small lifestyle changes
- Jessie’s non-negotiable habits for feeling her best
Links:
- Jessie’s book Glucose Revolution
- For new users, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Alice Liveing: accepting yourself & body confidence
This week Ella is joined by Alice Liveing for a conversation on releasing the desire to look ‘perfect’ and rebuilding a happier and healthier relationship with exercise, her body and ultimately herself, all the while being followed by over 700k people online.They discuss:
- Numbing life by controlling what your body looks like
- Owning mistakes publicly in the age of social media
- Navigating the pressure to look ‘perfect’
- External validation and keeping up a facade
- Alice’s catalyst moment for addressing her relationship with food, exercise, her body and herself
- Releasing the identity of having the ‘perfect body’ to rebuild mental and physical health
- Tools for building self-esteem and the power of feeling safe
- Alice’s non-negotiables for feeling her best
Links:
- Alice’s podcast Give Me Strength
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Spencer Matthews: lack of purpose, taking responsibility, and the power of small healthy habits
This week Ella is joined by Spencer Matthews for a candid conversation on the pressure to fulfil your potential, avoidance, and the detrimental impact of a life without purpose. They discuss taking responsibility of unhealthy habits, how sobriety transformed Spencer’s life and has enabled him to be the father, husband, friend, and businessman that he always wanted to be. They discuss:
- Chasing fame in his 20s
- Feeling a pressure to succeed and live up to your potential
- Using drinking to numb out boredom and a lack of purpose
- His catalyst moment for addressing his relationship with alcohol
- Spencer’s experience of breaking the cycle of excessive drinking
- Building mental strength through physical fitness
- Cultivating self-awareness
- The mindset shift that helped him transform his health
- Spencer’s outlook towards implementing healthy habits
Links:
- Spencer’s podcast Big Fish
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Elizabeth Day: letting go of expectation and going after the life you truly desire
This week Ella is joined by Elizabeth Day for an empowering conversation on releasing societal pressures, navigating life’s ups and downs and how Elizabeth kept moving forwards when things don’t go to plan, plus the tools that supported her to embrace failure, imperfections, and chase the life she truly desired.
They discuss:
- Societal expectations to have the ‘perfect’ life
- People pleasing to fit in
- Cultivating deep friendships
- Finding the courage to go after the life you desire
- Gut instincts
- Discovering what you need rather than what you want
- The inner work crucial for moving forwards
- Turning physical strength into mental resilience
- Elizabeth’s non-negotiables for feeling well
Links:
- Elizabeth’s podcast How To Fail
- Elizabeth’s latest book Friendaholic: Confessions of a Friendship Addict
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Jonny Wilkinson: suffering in silence, insecurity and cultivating self-worth
This week Ella is joined by Jonny Wilkinson for a candid conversation on replacing external validation with self-worth. They discuss the disconnect between Jonny’sexternal accomplishments (becoming one of the world’s greatest rugby players) and his internal struggles, his experience with depression and anxiety, the catalyst for addressing his mental health and the tools that enabled him to transform into the man he is today.
They discuss:
- Why external achievements and validation don’t bring lasting joy
- Succeeding professionally while struggling internally
- The pressure to keep on achieving
- Jonny’s experiences with anxiety and depression
- Getting off the hamster wheel of acting out of fear and low self-worth
- How to reframe your thoughts to accept difficult circumstances and feelings, unconditionally
- Cultivating self-trust and a supportive inner voice, and releasing the need to control
- Why nothing will change if you don’t apply what you understand
- The importance of regulating your nervous system
- Jonny’s practices for feeling well
Links:
- Jonny’s podcast I Am…
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Sneak preview: The Jonny Wilkinson episode
This week Ella is joined by Jonny Wilkinson for a candid conversation on replacing external validation with self-worth. They discuss the disconnect between Jonny’s external accomplishments (becoming one of the world’s greatest rugby players) and his internal struggles, his experience with depression and anxiety, the catalyst for addressing his mental health and the tools that enabled him to transform into the man he is today.
They discuss:
- Why external achievements and validation don’t bring lasting joy
- Succeeding professionally while struggling internally
- The pressure to keep on achieving
- Jonny’s experiences with anxiety and depression
- Getting off the hamster wheel of acting out of fear and low self-worth
- How to reframe your thoughts to accept difficult circumstances and feelings, unconditionally
- Cultivating self-trust and a supportive inner voice, and releasing the need to control
- Why nothing will change if you don’t apply what you understand
- The importance of regulating your nervous system
- Jonny’s practices for feeling well
Links:
- Jonny’s podcast I Am…
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Angela Scanlon: why gratitude is the gateway drug to wellness
This week Ella is joined by television presenter Angela Scanlon. In this conversation, Angela opens up about her experience struggling with her mental health all the while succeeding in her professional life, chasing silver bullets to ‘fix’ how she felt, her catalyst moment for redefining her approach to feeling better, as well as the practices that helped her get to a happier and healthier place.
They discuss:
- Avoiding facing uncomfortable emotions
- Learning to ask for and accept help from others
- Chasing silver bullets to ‘fix’ how you feel
- How to listen to your inner voice
- Using the mornings to set the tone for the rest of the day
- Daily gratitude practice
Links:
- Angela’s book Joyrider: how gratitude can help you get the life you really want
- Angela’s podcast Thanks A Million
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Sneak preview: The Angela Scanlon episode
This week Ella is joined by television presenter Angela Scanlon. In this conversation, Angela opens up about her experience struggling with her mental health all the while succeeding in her professional life, chasing silver bullets to ‘fix’ how she felt, her catalyst moment for redefining her approach to feeling better, as well as the practices that helped her get to a happier and healthier place.
They discuss:
- Avoiding facing uncomfortable emotions
- Learning to ask for and accept help from others
- Chasing silver bullets to ‘fix’ how you feel
- How to listen to your inner voice
- Using the mornings to set the tone for the rest of the day
- Daily gratitude practice
Links:
- Angela’s book Joyrider: how gratitude can help you get the life you really want
- Angela’s podcast Thanks A Million
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Jay Shetty: the untold journey behind becoming one of the world’s most influential voices
This week Ella is joined by Jay Shetty. Jay is a #1 Sunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author, award-winning podcast host of On Purpose, and the Chief Purpose Officer of Calm. Since launching his video channel in 2016, Jay’s wisdom videos have garnered over 10 billion views and gained over 50 million followers across his social media. He is one of the most viewed people on the internet on the planet.
In this conversation, Jay and Ella dive into Jay’s extraordinary journey from a rebellious teenager in London, to a business graduate, to then living as a monk in an Ashram in India for 3 years, to then leaving the monk lifestyle and getting to where he is today, sharing his inspiring and motivational messages with millions of people worldwide.
They discuss:
- External expectation and pressure to lead a conventional life
- Reconciling two different parts of yourself
- How to cultivate self-belief to follow your heart and intuition
- Navigating life-altering decisions
- How to pursue your purpose
- Jay’s non-negotiables for feeling his best
- Why love is a foundational element of our mental and physical health
Links:
- Jay’s book 8 Rules of Love
- Jay’s Love Rules world tour
- Jay’s book Think Like A Monk
- On Purpose Podcast
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Sneak preview: The Jay Shetty episode
This week Ella is joined by Jay Shetty. Jay is a #1 Sunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author, award-winning podcast host of On Purpose, and the Chief Purpose Officer of Calm. Since launching his video channel in 2016, Jay’s wisdom videos have garnered over 10 billion views and gained over 50 million followers across his social media. He is one of the most viewed people on the internet on the planet.
In this conversation, Jay and Ella dive into Jay’s extraordinary journey from a rebellious teenager in London, to a business graduate, to then living as a monk in an Ashram in India for 3 years, to then leaving the monk lifestyle and getting to where he is today, sharing his inspiring and motivational messages with millions of people worldwide.
They discuss:
- External expectation and pressure to lead a conventional life
- Reconciling two different parts of yourself
- How to cultivate self-belief to follow your heart and intuition
- Navigating life-altering decisions
- How to pursue your purpose
- Jay’s non-negotiables for feeling his best
- Why love is a foundational element of our mental and physical health
Links:
- Jay’s book 8 Rules of Love
- Jay’s Love Rules world tour
- Jay’s book Think Like A Monk
- On Purpose Podcast
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Caggie Dunlop: perfectionism, wanting to fit in and delaying happiness
This week Ella is joined by Caggie Dunlop who openly shares her experiences with perfectionism, low self-esteem and the push and pull between fitting in and being true to herself. They candidly discuss Caggie’s experience with perfectionism, delaying happiness, her relationship with alcohol and her body and the challenges of being in the public eye at a young age. Looking at how Caggie moved through this, transforming her relationship with herself.
They discuss:
- Being torn between wanting to fit in and to be your authentic self
- The process to understanding the root behind less healthy behaviours
- The toxic side of a perfectionist mindset and delaying happiness
- Feelings of unworthiness and self-sabotage
- Caggie’s catalyst for change and the next steps forwards
- Finding what lights you up and the tools that help you
- Why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to personal development
Links:
- Caggie’s book Saturn Returns: Your Cosmic Coming of Age
- Saturn Returns with Caggie Podcast
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit from this episode
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Sneak preview: The Caggie Dunlop episode
This week Ella is joined by Caggie Dunlop who openly shares her experiences with perfectionism, low self-esteem and the push and pull between fitting in and being true to herself. They candidly discuss Caggie’s experience with perfectionism, delaying happiness, her relationship with alcohol and her body and the challenges of being in the public eye at a young age. Looking at how Caggie moved through this, transforming her relationship with herself.
They discuss:
- Being torn between wanting to fit in and to be your authentic self
- The process to understanding the root behind less healthy behaviours
- The toxic side of a perfectionist mindset and delaying happiness
- Feelings of unworthiness and self-sabotage
- Caggie’s catalyst for change and the next steps forwards
- Finding what lights you up and the tools that help you
- Why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to personal development
Links:
- Caggie’s book Saturn Returns: Your Cosmic Coming of Age
- Saturn Returns with Caggie Podcast
- For new subscribers, use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Wellness Toolkit from this episode
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Jake Humphrey: intrusive thoughts, morning routine and the power of optimism
This week Ella is joined by Jake Humphrey. Jake is a sports presenter and co-host of The High Performance Podcast. In this incredibly vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Jake opens about his experience of struggling with his mental health, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts, all the while succeeding in his professional life; as well as the tools, self-care habits, and mindset shifts that helped him get to a happier and healthier place.
They discuss:
- Taking each day as it comes and releasing the expectation of being perfect
- Succeeding professionally while struggling internally
- The reality of Jake’s experience with anxiety and intrusive thoughts
- The power of the mind and how to reframe your thoughts to seek out opportunity and true happiness
- Jake’s key to success in his professional life and with overcoming his mental health challenges
- The fear of failure and getting out of the ‘comfy chair’
- Finding purpose and committing to a life of constant growth
- The importance of a morning routine and Jake’s ‘daily basics’
Links:
- Jake’s book: High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming the Best
- The High Performance Podcast
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- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Sneak preview: The Jake Humphrey episode
This week Ella is joined by Jake Humphrey. Jake is a sports presenter and co-host of The High Performance Podcast. In this incredibly vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Jake opens about his experience of struggling with his mental health, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts, all the while succeeding in his professional life; as well as the tools, self-care habits, and mindset shifts that helped him get to a happier and healthier place.
They discuss:
- Taking each day as it comes and releasing the expectation of being perfect
- Succeeding professionally while struggling internally
- The reality of Jake’s experience with anxiety and intrusive thoughts
- The power of the mind and how to reframe your thoughts to seek out opportunity and true happiness
- Jake’s key to success in his professional life and with overcoming his mental health challenges
- The fear of failure and getting out of the ‘comfy chair’
- Finding purpose and committing to a life of constant growth
- The importance of a morning routine and Jake’s ‘daily basics’
Links:
- Jake’s book: High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming the Best
- The High Performance Podcast
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- Wellness Toolkit for this episode
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Ella Mills: finding purpose and putting mental health first
Welcome to Wellness with Ella, the next evolution of the Deliciously Ella podcast, where entrepreneur Ella Mills and her guests share their stories of personal transformation through the lens of vulnerability. How did they get to where they are today? What were the biggest challenges her guests have faced? What wellness practices and habits really moved the needle for them? How do they keep moving forward?
To launch the new season, Ella is interviewed by Deliciously Ella’s Digital Director, Charlotte Clark, to unpack her own journey from a debilitating health condition in her early 20s to founding Deliciously Ella, her challenges with mental health, finding purpose, and why it took her 30 years to find happiness; as well as the hurdles and setbacks along the way and the tools Ella swears by to feel her best.
They discuss:
- Ella’s experience suffering from a debilitating health condition in her early 20s
- Navigating mental health alongside physical health challenges
- Ella’s catalyst moment for looking at diet to improve her health
- How sharing her journey with plant-based cooking online changed Ella’s life
- Figuring out who you are whilst being in the spotlight
- Accepting that life isn’t linear
- Taking responsibility for your own health & happiness
- Ella’s daily-ish non-negotiables to support her physical and mental health
Links:
- Use code podcast20 to get 20% off the Feel Better App
- Ella’s Wellness Toolkit
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Sneak preview: The Ella Mills episode
In Wellness with Ella, entrepreneur Ella Mills and her guests candidly reveal their personal journeys of transforming times of great difficulty into times of enormous personal growth.
How did they get to where they are today? What were the biggest challenges they faced? What wellness practices and habits really moved the needle for them? How do they keep moving forward?
Wellness with Ella has the simple mission of giving you un-filtered and empowering conversations that give you the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to transform your life and your health. New episodes drop every Wednesday.
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How to elevate your health
This week I’m joined by Doctor Will Bulsiewicz, author of the NYTimes best-seller Fibre Fuelled. Will is passionate about ditching fad diets, focusing on our overall mental and physical health, how our diets effect our mental health and the need to bring self-compassion to the conversation about long-term change.
We discuss:
- The fact that there is no such thing as perfect: no perfect diet, no perfect approach to health.
- Why we should ditch fad diets
- Biohacking trends
- How our diet effects our mood
- What does stress in the mind and body
- Gut health
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at infrared saunas.
More about Will :
Fibre Fuelled
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The revolutionary diet advice we should all be following with Tim Spector
I’m joined by epidemiologist, gut health expert, and one of the 100 most cited scientists in the world, Professor Tim Spector OBE. Tim is leading the conversation on gut health and is pioneering a new and positive approach to nutrition. Looking beyond calories, Tim’s work focuses on how eating for your gut health can fundamentally influences many aspects of your physical and mental health, as well as tackling deeply embedded diet narratives.
We discuss:
- Myth busting calorie counting
- Gut microbiome 101
- Why eating to support your gut positively impacts all aspects of health
- Tim’s 3 pieces of diet advice
- Shifting the narrative about what we eat
- Why taking a long-term view towards your health trumps all
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at meal replacements.
Tim’s new book: ‘Food for Life: The New Science of Eating Well’ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Food-Life-Science-Eating-Well/dp/B0B2WTDVR5/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tim+spector+food+for+life&qid=1667292664&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjg5IiwicXNhIjoiMS4zNiIsInFzcCI6IjEuMjYifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=Tim+spe%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1
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The 6 foundations of health, healing, and cycle syncing
This week I’m joined by nutritionist and lifestyle medicine practitioner, Rohini Bajekal. Having experienced her own period of ill health, Rohini is passionate about empowering everyone to take charge of their health.
We discuss:
- Both of our experience of chronic illness
- Why sleep is the foundation of health
- The science of lifestyle medicine
- The science of cravings
- How to get started on a health journey
- Improving gut health
- The impact of our current food environment
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at cycle syncing.
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Is having it all a myth, embracing discomfort and protein powders with Farrah Storr
This week I’m joined by journalist and author Farrah Storr. Farrah was the editor of Women’s Health magazine, Cosmo and Elle. In 2018 she published The Discomfort Zone: How to Get What You Want by Living Fearlessly. She is passionate about personal growth, the need to embrace discomfort, the implausibility of having it all (at one time) and making space for a creative outlet.
We discuss:
- Wellness trends and shifts within the industry
- The need to embrace our fears
- How pushing ourselves can feel at odds with current societal narratives
- How life is a series of choices, which we must learn to live by
- The myth of having it all
- The need for creative expression
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at protein powders.
More about Farrah:
The Discomfort Zone
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Discomfort-Zone-What-Living-Fearlessly/dp/0349415358
Farrah's newsletter:
Things Worth Knowing
https://farrah.substack.com/
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Using neuroscience to reinvent yourself, gratitude, and nature bathing with Dr Tara Swart
I’m joined by neuroscientist, medical doctor, Senior Lecturer at MIT, and author of the best-selling book The Source, Dr Tara Swart. Tara’s works focuses on disseminating the simple and pragmatic neuroscience-based messages which support that we have the power to change our destiny and reach our fullest potential by harnessing manifestation and reshaping our brain.
We discuss:
- How you can physiologically reinvent yourself via neuroplasticity
- The neuroscience-based steps to create the life you desire
- Changes in the brain and stepping outside your comfort zone
- How gratitude influences your manifesting potential
- Simple tools to build resilience and create opportunities for yourself
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at nature bathing.
More about Tara:
‘The Source: Open Your Mind, Change Your Life’ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Source-Open-Your-Mind-Change/dp/B07KM72PJB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38YJHOOCW5IP7&keywords=the+source&qid=1665134875&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjM4IiwicXNhIjoiMS44MiIsInFzcCI6IjIuMjkifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=the+source%2Caps%2C70&sr=8-1
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How to cultivate healthy relationships, attachment theory and bone broth with Jessica Baum
I’m joined by psychotherapist, relationship expert, and author, Jessica Baum. Jessica’s work is focused on developing a meaningful connection with oneself and on understanding our own core patterns so that we can better understand how we relate in our relationships.
We discuss:
- How to identify the different attachment styles
- The link between childhood experiences and behavioural patterns in adulthood
- How to move towards a secure attachment style
- Tools to regulate your nervous system
- How to cultivate healthier relationships with others
- Why doing the inner work is as important as setting boundaries with others
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at bone broth - is it a cure-all drink?
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Manifesting, creating your dream life and adaptogenic mushrooms with Roxie Nafousi
I’m joined by self-development coach, manifesting expert, and author, Roxie Nafousi. Roxie turned her life around by practising manifestation and shifting her mindset. She is deeply committed to helping others see the infinite power that lies within them so that they can create the lives they desire.
We discuss:
- What manifesting is and why it can change your life
- The importance of being clear on your priorities
- The myth of willpower and discipline from a place of self-compassion
- How sitting in discomfort is the way forward
- Why letting go and stepping into the unknown is a power move
- How to cultivate self-trust and self-love
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at adaptogenic mushrooms – are they healthful or overhyped?
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How to lead a more fulfilled life, let go of ‘perfection’ and the power of a daily gratitude practice with Sarah Stein Lubrano
I’m joined by Sarah Stein Lubrano from The School of Life, a global organisation of psychologists, philosophers and writers dedicated to helping people lead more meaningful, fulfilled, and resilient lives through useful tools and resources
We discuss:
- Why you need define what success means to you
- How to create a mindset for a more fulfilled life
- How to let go of the need to be ‘extraordinary’/’perfect’
- The importance of the quality of your relationships on your wellbeing and happiness
- How to engineer more meaningful relationships
- Why you need to get used to tolerating discomfort and ambiguity
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at having a daily gratitude practice.
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How to beat stress, build resilience and the lowdown on collagen with Dr Sam Akbar
I’m joined by clinical psychologist, trauma expert and author, Dr Sam Akbar. From understanding how your brain works and challenging your thought-processes to having more self-compassion, Sam’s work centres around providing sensitive and realistic guidance and tools to feel calmer, less stressed, and more resilient to life challenges.
We discuss:
- How to find psychological flourishing
- Why your thoughts are not the boss of you
- How to change your relationship with your thoughts
- Exercises to cultivate self-awareness
- How to beat stress & build resilience
- The importance of living life in line your values
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at collagen supplements.
More about Sam:
‘Stressilient: How to Build Stree and Build Resilience’
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008448043/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_dl_AF3DXW7323ERQZ4G7XN7
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Habits to live to 100, Blue Zones and cold showers with Dan Buettner
I’m joined by National Geographic explorer, longevity expert and author, Dan Buettner. Dan’s work centres on reverse-engineering the lifestyles of individuals living in the Blue Zones, the regions in the world with the greatest number of centenarians, and specifically, how these individuals eat, move, live, and interact with others to live long and healthy lives.
We discuss:
- How to eat to live to 100
- Why deliciousness is the key to eating well for life
- Shaping your food environment for health and happiness
- Exercise habits for longevity
- The impact of community on your wellbeing
- How to reduce stress and why it matters for longevity
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at cold showers.
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Working with your body, finding courage and celery juice with Hazel Wallace
I’m joined by Dr Hazel Wallace, medical doctor, registered nutritionist (ANutr), best-selling author and founder of The Food Medic. Hazel is currently leading the conversation on making women’s health count within medicine and healthcare.
We discuss:
- The power of understanding your body and cycle
- How hormones influence mood, digestion, and sleep
- How to work with your body to improve your health
- Gender inequality in biomedical research and healthcare
- Why mental health and mood changes are more than just biology
- Finding the courage to pivot professionally and personally
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at celery juice. Does the research back the ‘healing elixir’ claims?
More about Hazel:
‘The Female Factor’ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Female-Factor-Making-womens-health/dp/1529382866
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How to sleep well, reducing cravings and matcha versus coffee with Russell Foster
I’m joined by Russell Foster CBE, one of the most prominent sleep experts globally and professor of circadian neuroscience at Oxford University. Russell’s research centres around sleep, the body clock and how the two profoundly affect our biology and our overall health and wellbeing.
We discuss:
- Why sleep is important and how much we really need
- The link between cravings, hunger, and sleep
- Tools for improving sleep quality
- Why stress may be at the root of your sleep difficulties
- How fine-tuning your internal body clock supports optimal health
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at matcha versus coffee, where should we get our caffeine from.
More about Russell:
‘Life Time: The New Science of the Body Clock, and How it Can Revolutionize Your Sleep and Health’
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Life-Time-Science-Revolutionize-Health/dp/0241529301
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How to change habits, taking life off hold and mindful eating with Shahroo Izadi
I’m joined by behavioural change expert and author Shahroo Izadi. After working in addiction treatment within the criminal justice system, Shahroo realised she could utilise the same tools to help the masses change their unwanted patterns of behaviour and now helps individuals with binge eating, negative self-talk, low self-esteem and social media use to name a few.
We discuss:
- Why you need to take life off hold to change your habits
- The mindset and practical tools to help you do difficult things
- How to make lasting behaviour changes
- The power of self-kindness and self-awareness
- Understanding what purpose your habits serve
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at mindful eating.
DISCLAIMER: this episode touches on eating disorders and Shahroo’s personal experience in this regard. Please take care listening and talk to your GP if you need support or guidance.
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Caffeine, the untapped potential of plants and intermittent fasting with Michael Pollan
To kick off the new podcast, I’m joined by acclaimed author and journalist Michael Pollan. Michael is widely known for his work demystifying the food and agriculture industry and is now opening new frontiers in the highly controversial field of plant psychedelics, and their potential as tools for healing mental illnesses and disorders.
We discuss:
· What should you eat if you’re concerned about your health
· Why cooking more automatically improves health and happiness
· Understanding your relationship with caffeine
· The health benefits of caffeine
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at intermittent fasting.
More about Michael:
‘This Is Your Mind on Plants’ https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Your-Plants-Michael-Pollan/dp/0593296907
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10 Years of Deliciously Ella: A Candid Conversation with Founder Ella Mills and CEO Matthew Mills
This special episode celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Deliciously Ella and is also the first ever live recording of the feel better podcast. Founder, Ella Mills, and CEO, Matthew Mills, are joined by journalist Laura Jackson for a candid conversation reflecting on the past 10 years, the highs and lows of the company’s journey, and to discuss what they’ve learnt in the process.
They discuss:
- How plant-based and wellness went from niche to mainstream
- Why the brand has stayed relevant
- Being a nimble business
- The evolution of Deliciously Ella over the last 10 years
- Challenging times and learnings
- Staying true to Deliciously Ella’s values
- From a recipe blog to 6 books, a podcast, plant-based food products, a restaurant, and a holistic wellness app
- Advice and learnings from growing and running a company
- Finding a work-life balance
- Looking ahead to the future of Deliciously Ella
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How to Cultivate Happiness
We’re joined by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, a doctor with over 20 years of experience, as well as an author and podcast host, to discuss why we need to redefine our concept of happiness, the interrelationship of health and happiness, and the simple ways to get back in control of our lives.
We discuss:
- How happiness and health are linked
- The difference between core happiness and junk happiness
- The importance of alignment, contentment and control
- The want-brain
- Why success isn’t the source of happiness
- A simple but powerful exercise to cultivate greater awareness and intention
- Why self-compassion is at the root of long-term health and happiness
- The stress response
- The value of a daily solitude practice
- Why regularly taking time to reflect is so beneficial
- The power of taking control of your mindset
Rangan Chatterjee:
‘Happy Mind, Happy Life’
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How Simple Tools Can Revolutionise the Way we Feel
We’re joined by Max Strom, speaker and global teacher of personal transformation, to discuss the simple tools that can transform the way we feel, the importance of regulating our emotions, the loneliness epidemic and the power of the breath to alleviate crippling anxiety, depression, PTSD and sleep problems.
We discuss:
- The connection between our body and our emotions
- The stress and loneliness epidemic
- Why we don’t practice emotional self-regulation in modern society
- Alleviating stress, anxiety, and sleep disfunction naturally
- The importance of expressing our emotions to heal
- Why breathing practices enable us to release unreconciled emotions
- The power of processing grief with others
- Why we need to come together to overcome crises
- Vulnerability, fulfilment and social media
- The power of slow, steady breathing with mindful movement
Max Strom:
‘A Life Worth Breathing’
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Why You Need to Find Connection in the Modern World
We’re joined by Johann Hari, a writer and journalist, who travelled all over the world to interview and learn from the leading scientists investigating why we’re losing focus to what matters and what the impact of chronic distraction is, and also to those developing the solutions.
We discuss:
- Why we’re living in an attention crisis and why willpower isn’t the problem
- Why we need to stop task switching
- The impact of being chronically distracted on our brain power
- Why sleep and diet are critical components of reclaiming focus
- Why restoring childhood is so important
- The individual and collective changes for solving our attention crisis
- How to get into a flow state to find deep focus
- Why stress undermines our ability to focus
Johann Hari:
‘Stolen Focus’ https://stolenfocusbook.com
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How to Fuel Your Body
We’re joined by Anita Bean, registered nutritionist and author, to discuss how to fuel our bodies properly to best support exercise.
We discuss:
- The rise in plant-based high-performance athletes
- How a plant-based diet can support athletic performance
- Is soya harmful or beneficial?
- The performance-enhancing effect of caffeine
- Pre-workout meals and snacks
- Why fasted training might not be healthy
- How to build a balanced meal to optimise training
- Post-exercise hydration and nutrition
- The relationship between ketogenic diets and performance
Anita Bean:
‘The Vegan Athlete’s Cookbook’
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Bite-Sized: 4 Tips For Better Sleep
We’re joined by Guy Meadows, physiologist and leading sleep expert, to discuss his simple tips and habits that we can implement on a day-to-day basis to improve our sleep.
Here’s a brief recap:
- The importance of prioritising sleep
- Why we should strive for regularity
- How sufficient exposure to natural light during the day helps us sleep better at night
- Why blue light inhibits sleep
- Daily habits that promote our drive for sleep and quality of sleep
- Why consistency is the key to better sleep
Guy Meadows:
‘The Sleep Book: How to Sleep Well Every Night’
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How to Break Up With Your Phone and Have More Fun
We’re joined by Catherine Price, a science journalist and speaker, to talk about our relationship with our devices, how to achieve more screen-life balance, and the value of having more true fun.
We discuss:
- How our attachment to our phones impacts our stress levels
- How social media manipulates our brain’s dopamine system
- The consequence of the manipulation of our dopamine system
- Practical steps for establishing a healthy relationship with our phone
- The 3 components of true fun
- Why true fun is essential to our overall wellbeing
- The impact of loneliness on our mental and physical health
- How fun supports resilience
- The link between fun and decision making & productivity
Catherine Price:
@_catherineprice
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Bite-Sized: Why You Can’t Sleep When You’re Stressed
We’re joined by Guy Meadows, physiologist and leading sleep expert, to discuss how stress impacts our sleep and the small practical tools we can implement to manage stress and sleep better.
Here’s a brief recap:
- Why stress impacts our ability to fall and stay asleep
- The nervous system and sleep
- How to manage everyday stress to sleep better
- Chronic stress and sleep
- How sleep helps us to manage stress
- Small, daily habits for better quality sleep
- The power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for sleep
Guy Meadows:
‘The Sleep Book: How to Sleep Well Every Night’
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How to Change Our Relationship With Stress
We’re joined by Jenna Hope, a Registered Nutritionist, to talk about stress and how it impacts our bodies and our digestive systems, and how it interacts with our diets.
We discuss:
- What stress is on a physiological level
- How stress affects our overall health
- What chronic stress is, and why it’s detrimental to our health and wellbeing
- How what we eat contributes to physiological stress
- The relationship between stress and caffeine, sugar, and alcohol
- The link between stress and appetite
- What to eat to help manage the stress response
- Breaking the emotional eating cycle
- Why stress and gut symptoms are related
- How to manage gut symptoms
- Stress management tools
Jenna Hope:
@jennahopenutrition
https://www.jennahopenutrition.com
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Bite-Sized: How Your Diet Affects Sleep
We’re joined by Guy Meadows, physiologist and leading sleep expert, to discuss why what we eat and drink has a profound impact on the quality of our sleep, and which aspects of our diet to focus on to support better sleep.
Here’s a short recap:
- The connection between diet and sleep
- Why a healthy diet supports better sleep
- The impact of caffeine, sugar, and alcohol on sleep
- Why when we eat affects sleep
- How sleep influences our appetite
- The importance of focusing on a healthy, balanced diet over specific nutrients
Guy Meadows:
‘The Sleep Book: How to Sleep Well Every Night’
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How to Improve Your Mental Health Everyday
We’re joined by Dr. Julie Smith, a Clinical Psychologist, to talk about the simple, practical tools we can all use to improve our mental wellbeing.
We discuss:
- How emotions work
- The importance of self-awareness
- The power of self-compassion and how to cultivate it
- How to build self-confidence
- Why failure is a necessary part of learning and improving
- How to respond to low mood and anxiety
- The foundations of good mental health
- How to build a meaningful life
Julie Smith:
‘Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?’
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Bite-Sized: Why Sleep Is So Important to Your Health
We’re joined by Guy Meadows, physiologist, and leading sleep expert, to discuss why sleep is such an integral element of our health.
Here’s a quick recap:
- Why sleep is so key for supporting and improving our mental health
- How long we should be sleeping for
- How sleep supports our immunity, and the health of our heart and brain
- Sleep cycles
- The 2 drivers of sleep
- The importance of regularity
- How sleep is the bedrock for all aspects of our health
Guy Meadows:
‘The Sleep Book: How to Sleep Well Every Night’
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Why the Gut is the Key to Health
We’re joined by Dr. Emeran Mayer; a professor, gastroenterologist, scientist, and author about the latest research on the gut microbiome, the connection between the gut microbiome and the immune system, and how we can improve the health of our gut to support our overall health.
We discuss:
- What is a healthy gut microbiome
- Is it nature or nurture that determines the health of our gut?
- The link between the gut microbiome and the immune system
- Why diet has a major role in how our immune system functions
- How inappropriate activation of the immune system is implicated in chronic disease
- How diet can be used to modify the immune system back to its normal state
- The importance of fibre, and a largely whole foods, plant-based diet
- The role of chronic stress in gut health and immune function
- How processed foods impact the gut microbiome
- The 3 key things we can do to support our gut microbiome
Emeran Mayer:
‘The Mind-Gut Connection’
‘The Gut-Immune Connection’
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Bite-Sized: How to Improve Gut Health
Ways to improve our gut health with nutritional therapist Alice Mackintosh.
An increasing body of evidence is demonstrating that the health of our gut microbiome affects the health of numerous other systems in the body and mind. In this bite-sized episode we look at how we can improve our gut health from the importance of fibre-rich plant foods and probiotics, as well as the role of processed foods and stress.
Here’s a brief recap:
- Prioritise increasing fibre intakes, but go slowly
- Aim for 30 different whole plant foods each week
- Include more herbs and spices
- Add in fermented foods little and often
- Consider probiotic supplements
- Try to reduce highly processed foods and burnt foods
- Address managing stress levels
Alice Mackintosh:
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How to Escape the Productivity Trap
We’re joined by writer and author Oliver Burkeman to talk about the productivity-trap; the narrative that keeps our sense of self-worth and value tied to how much we get done and achieve. In his new book, Four Thousand Weeks, Oliver argues that this only results in disappointment and unhappiness, and explores how to cultivate a healthier relationship with productivity to ultimately lead a more fulfilling life.
We discuss:
- Confronting the mismatch between what we can do and what we think we can do
- Disarming perfectionism and the ‘when I’ mentality
- The relationship between productivity and self-worth
- The catch 22 of getting things done
- Why the notion of ‘balance’ may not always be the answer
- The benefit of enjoying leisure activities without any end goal in mind
- The distraction economy
- Ways to approach getting what matters done
- How to cultivate a healthier relationship with productivity
Oliver Burkeman:
‘Four Thousand Weeks: Time and How to Use It’
Four Thousand Weeks: Embrace Your Limits. Change Your Life.
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Bite-Sized: Food to Boost Your Mood
Ways to support our mood with nutritional therapist Alice Mackintosh.
Our mood is influenced by a variety of things including what we eat, and in this bite-sized episode we look at how we can support healthy brain function from the key macronutrients and micronutrients to be mindful of to the importance of whole plant foods, as well as the role of processed and refined foods.
Here’s a quick recap:
- Including a variety of high-quality proteins
- Including sufficient B vitamins, vitamin D and magnesium
- Adding in more herbs and spices
- Aim for 30 different whole plant foods each week
- Give special attention to dark leafy greens
- Ensure to include essential fats (omega-3)
- Try to avoid overly processed and refined foods containing trans fats and additives
Alice Mackintosh:
@alicemackintosh_nutrition
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How a Plant-Based Diet Can Transform Your Health
We’re joined by Dr. Shireen Kassam, an NHS consultant and board-certified lifestyle medicine physician.
Here’s a short recap of what we discuss:
- The power of diet and lifestyle factors in health and disease outcomes
- What is an unhealthy diet?
- The impact of ultra-processed foods in the body
- What is inflammation, how is it related to diet and how is it linked to chronic diseases?
- Diet and immunity
- Why it is never too late to adopt a plant-based diet to improve our health
- Healthcare and the commercial industry
- How to optimise health on a plant-based diet
- The role of diet in cancer
- Lifestyle habits to improve our health
Shireen Kassam:
Book: ‘Eating Plant-Based: Scientific Answers to Your Nutrition Questions’
@plantbasedhealthprofessionals
https://plantbasedhealthonline.com
https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com
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Bite-Sized: Eating for Energy
5 ways to boost energy with nutritional therapist Alice Mackintosh.
Feeling tired all the time is the most common complaint in GP surgery’s, in this short episode we break down the simple steps to combat exhaustion from balancing blood sugar to the key vitamins and minerals to look out for, plus the role of coffee, sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Here’s a simple recap - eat lots of bright, colourful, whole food ingredients and look at:
Balancing blood sugar
Switching to whole grains
Including protein in every meal
Including lots of iron (with vitamin C for added absorption), B vitamins, magnesium and essential fats (omega 3)
Be mindful of the quantity and timing of coffee consumption
Try to avoid consuming lots of additives, refined foods, artificial sweeteners and burnt foods
Alice Mackintosh:
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Why Changing Your Mindset Can Change Your Health
We’re joined by Dr. David Hamilton, a leading expert on the mind body connection, about the latest research on the power of our mindset, how a change in thinking can exert physiological effects within the body and how we can harness the mind to improve our wellbeing.
We talk about:
- Why the placebo effect is more than ‘just in the mind’
- How can we harness the power of our mindset to create positive neurological and physiological change
- The relationship between psychological stress and our health
- Why kindness is so key to our health
- How to use kindness practices to support our brain and heart health
- The power of bringing together conventional and complementary medicine
- How different mind-body strategies can support different health conditions
- The power of visualisation and nature
- Why belief is central to the health benefits of alternative practices
David’s books:
How your mind can heal your body
The contagious power of positive thinking
And his latest book Why Woo Woo Works
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Understanding Anxiety, Depression and Mental Health
Ella and guest, Karl Deisseroth on understanding anxiety, depression and mental health. From the depths of human emotion to why the science can expand our empathy and connectivity; why our view of mental health needs updating; the hidden realms of the mind and the ways in which we can expand our connectivity.
Karl Deisseroth - Connections: A Story of Human Feeling
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Why Calories Don’t Count
Why calorie-counting simply doesn’t stack up, with Giles Yeo. We ask: are all calories equal; what’s the connection between calories and weight loss; and are foods with fewer calories automatically better for you? A debunk of every calorie myth, why we need a fundamental restructure of the food system and whether we really can be healthy at every size.
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Mindfulness, Meditation and Easing Stress
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Food As Medicine
Tim Spector, a world expert on gut health, reveals the at-home blue muffin test that’ll help you understand how healthy your gut is, why food is medicine and how to improve our health.
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How to Optimise Your Health
Is wellness to prescriptive and how can we optimise our individual health? We talk about understanding and optimising your hormones, the concept of happiness as a chemical concept, the role of stress and sleep, quick ways to boost your wellbeing, unlocking your potential and creating more self-compassion with Amy Thomson, founder of Moody.
Amy Thomson: Moody
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Building Exceptional Relationships
We talk to Stanford lecturers David Bradford and Carole Robin about the six characteristics of an exceptional relationship and their relevance to all relationships in our lives from friends to family and colleagues. We look at how to shift out relationships along the continuum towards exceptions, how to foster interpersonal mindfulness, the importance of becoming both more curious and more vulnerable and the role of technology.
David Bradford and Carole Robin: Connect
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Plant-Based Diets for Children
Everything you need to know about raising plant-based children from protein to calcium, iron, fat, carbohydrates, omega 3, milk, B12, vitamin D and so much more. With dieticians Whitney and Alex from Plant Based Juniors.
Alexandra Caspero & Whitney English - Plant-Based Baby & Toddler
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Happiness, Change and Emotional Resilience
Renowned psychotherapist Julia Samuel talks about learning to face our difficulties with self-compassion, expectation versus reality, the relationship between happiness and change, escapism and building a strong foundation with her eight pillars of strength.
Julia Samuel This Too Shall Pass
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How to Supercharge Your Brain
This week we’re looking at the practical advise on how to maximise, nurture and sustain your brain health with Professor James Goodwin, a leading expert on brain health. From managing stress levels to why meditation and yoga make your brain glow, the impact of intermittent fasting, how exercise creates new brain cells, the impact of sleep, of gut health and that cognitive decline is not inevitable.
Professor James Goodwin Supercharge Your Brain
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Adam Grant on Creating a Successful Mindset
This week we’re talking to psychologist Adam Grant about upgrading your mindset; looking at the culture of failure, the importance of rethinking and keeping an open mind, how to create constructive dialogue, whether to follow our gut instinct and why ignorance isn’t such a bad thing.
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Understanding Your Period & Female Health
Maisie Hill talks about the importance of understanding your cycle and all the stages women go through from the very first period through pre-menopause (all of our reproductive years), peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause, and most importantly why having knowledge early on can make all the difference to how we feel later on. We talk contraception, hormones, fluctuations in mood, fertility awareness, tracking our cycle, the impact of stress and how what we eat can affect our periods.
Books:
Period Power, Peri-menopausal Power, Read your body, Taking Charge of Your Fertility, The Fifth Vital Sign
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Changing Habits & Reaching Goals
We talk to behavioural scientist Dr Grace Lordan about what makes some people succeed while others are unable to reach their goals; from the importance of removing the ego to taking ourselves out of our comfort zones, changing our narrative and looking at long-term success over instant gratification. With a specific lens on creating purpose in our careers and reframing failure.
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Metabolism and Calories; Myths and Reality
What actually is your metabolism; what’s the link between metabolism, your weight and calorie intake; can any foods, powders or supplements speed it up and does yo-yo dieting or restrictive eating have a negative impact? Today evolutionary biologist Herman Pontzer talks fact and fiction and why so many of the headlines are mis-selling us information when it comes to our metabolism, calories, our health and weight management.
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How to Live Your Happiest Life with Fearne Cotton
With an introduction on our new charitable partnership with the Trussell Trust in support of their work supporting food banks across the UK and their campaign to end hunger; this episode then delves into a conversation with Fearne Cotton on creating boundaries, saying no (without a white lie), being true to who you really are, embracing vulnerability and finding compassion for yourself in order to live your most genuine, happy life.
Trussell Trust:
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Fearne Cotton: Speak Your Truth
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Creating Healthy Relationships
Clinical psychologist and couples therapist, Michaela Thomas, talks to us about how to build a healthy relationship, why our relationship with ourself is the cornerstone of true connection and how to navigate the pressure for perfection. From embracing our vulnerability to asking for what we need, understanding the impact of technology and how to understand and then unpick the ways in which our upbringing shapes the way we form future connections.
Michaela Thomas -
www.thethomasconnection.co.uk/thelastingconnection
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Controlling the inner critic
We talk to psychologist Ethan Kross – a world expert on controlling the conscious mind – on how we can harness the ongoing chatter in our heads, the ongoing internal conversation, to silence streams of self-doubt from our inner critic. From how ruminating on negative thoughts impacts on our relationships, work, physical health and stress levels; to why venting our emotions isn’t the answer and the tools we need to stop ruminating on negativity and catastrophising.
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Finding Healthy Routines with Dr Chatterjee
We talk to Dr Rangan Chatterjee on finding healthy habits, why we need to move away from quick fixes and why we need to look after ourselves as a whole; from finding a healthy weight and stopping yo-yo dieting to the role of sleep and bedtime routines, moving our bodies, morning rituals, getting outside and the impact of stress.
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Why do we see the bad more often than the good?
Why do we respond more to the negative over the positive; to criticism more than praise? Why do we worry so much? How can we stop our negative thought patterns? Science shows this negative thinking is innate, it’s our negativity bias and it explains why negative events and emotions affect us more strongly than positive ones. Our guests today, John Tierney and Roy Baumeister, explain why our brains work in this way and how we can recognise the negativity effect and break destructive patterns.
Ella and Matt’s recommendations: This Is Us, History Hit, Tudor Dynasties and Matt Haig’s The Midnight Library
John Tierney and Roy Baumeister, The Power of Bad
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Can a Plant-Based Diet Revolutionise Your Health?
Dr Alan Desmond, an NHS consultant with over twenty years of clinical experience, joins us to talk about the science behind a plant-based diet, the latest research and how it can help all of our wellbeing. Dr Desmond specialises in gastroenterology and the effect what we eat has both on our gut health and our overall wellbeing, he’s revolutionary in the sense that he prescribes a plant-based diet to his patients and he’s seen first-hand the extraordinary impact it can have.
Dr Alan Desmond, The Plant Based Diet Revolution
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Coping with The Current Uncertainty
The last year has been full of unprecedented, unexpected, uncertain moments, which have thrown many of us through a loop. Today we talk to Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk, about how we can sit with that fear, how we can stop our minds from racing ahead and projecting into the future and how we can find moments of calm even when the world feels upside down. We look at the many positives, the irony of missing our busy lives and how we can cultivate more compassion and appreciation of lockdown; as well as the questions we should be asking ourselves in our collective quest for happiness when our external pick-me-up’s aren’t there.
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Five Pillars of Health
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2020 Finale - Baby News, Future Plans & What Happens Behind the Scenes
Ella and Matt reflect on 2020 from May’s birth story to navigating a business through the covid crisis, plans for next year, their personal favourite recipes and what happens behind the scenes at Deliciously Ella.
A Monk's Guide To Happiness: Gelong Thubten
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How Laughter Can Be The Best Medicine
With the world feeling increasingly uncertain and scary, finding the humour in life can often be a struggle but in this week's episode, Ella talks to author Naomi Bagdonas about why it's more important than ever. Despite seeming like a frivolous thing, they explore how humour has the power to actually connect us more as humans as well as the science on why it can impact our physical and mental health and ultimately our wellbeing.
Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas: Humour, Seriously
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Gabby Bernstein on Self-Worth, Rock Bottom and Judgement
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How Women Can Support Women
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How to Become a Truly Positive Person
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Mindfulness, Baking and Slowing Down
Pauline Beaumont – therapist, author, mum of six and passionate baker – outlines the importance of slow, calming, mindful activities for nurturing our mental health. We talk about why balancing the frenetic, technology led parts of our lives with activities that allow us to find more presence, creativity and community is so important, why we need to celebrate life’s imperfections, what simple ingredients like flour and water can teach us about life and how emotional eating plays a role in our everyday.
Pauline Beaumont, Bread Therapy
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Why Is Exercise Good For Us?
Dr Daniel Lieberman, a Harvard professor, talks us through why we’re over simplifying exercise in the modern world; why ‘just do it’ doesn’t work and why exercise really does matter. We look at how it’s connected to our mental and physical health, from coronavirus to depression; whether there is an optimal form or duration of exercise; how we’ve evolved – the biological and anthropological foundations of movement and whether sitting is the new smoking?
Book: Daniel Lieberman, Exercised
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The Science of Happiness
Tal Ben-Shahar created the most popular course in Harvard’s history, studying the science of happiness. He guides us through the universal pillars of happiness from the importance of learning and curiosity to our relationships, meaning and purpose, as well as the universal detractors from the downfall of technology to the gap in our expectations, the modern rat race and the misunderstanding of the connection between, wealth, success and happiness.
Poem – The Guest House by Rumi
Book – Happier by Tal Ben-Shahar
The Happiness Studies Academy - https://www.happinessstudies.academy
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10 Ways to De-Stress Your Life
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Reasons for Optimism About Climate Change
Why should we be optimistic about the solutions to climate change? Why is positivity more likely to give us better results and what does the latest research show? We talk to Lily Cole about everything from rewilding to the power of technology, the role of food, the limits of the individual, eco-anxiety, conscious consumerism, green washing and how contradictory and imperfect many of the solutions are. Plus what Elon Musk thinks and how hard it was to follow Greta Thunberg’s advice.
Lily Cole: Who Cares Wins
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Finding Work Life Balance
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A Celebration of Imperfect Women
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A Practical Approach To Mental Health
We talk a lot about the importance of sharing our worries and anxieties, but what can we do on a practical level to change negative cycles and to create consistent patterns that support our mental health. Physiatrist, Dr Sarah Vohra, talks irrational thoughts and beliefs, why we catastrophise, what causes negative thought patterns and sabotaging cycles, the role of our senses, why quick fixes don’t work and what’s the role of those around us.
Dr Sarah Vohra, The Mind Medic
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How to Create Positive Body Image
Body image concerns are prevalent, so the question is how do we proactively fight against that pressure and foster a body sense of self and in doing so create a positive body image. Should we just stop talking about body image altogether, how far reaching are the consequences of a negative view on ourselves, what role does social media play and how do we change it for our children? We explore all this and much more with body image researcher Nadia Craddock.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/play-episode/id1428704212?i=1000427670685
A starter list of recommendations:
Social Media Accounts
- @car_uwe
- @nadia.craddock
- @phillippa.diedrichs
- @emily.l.matheson
- @honeykinny
- @beauty_redined
- @maxineali
- @yrfatfriend
- @munroebergdorf
- @scarrednotscared
- @antidietriotclub
- @bodyposipanda
- @bodyimage_therapist
- @chr1styharrison
Books
- Shrill by Lindy West
- Body Positive Power by Meagan Crabbe
- Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings
- Hunger by Roxane Gay
- The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf
- Body Respect by Lindo Bacon (published as Linda Bacon) and Lucy Aphramor
Podcasts
- Appearance Matters – the official podcast of the Centre for Appearance Research – with Nadia Craddock and Jade Parnell
- The Body Protest with Nadia Craddock and Honey Ross
- Food Psych with Christy Harrison RD
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The Flaws of Perfectionism
We so often see perfectionism as a positive flaw but could it be having a detrimental impact on our mental health? We speak to LSE professor Dr Thomas Curran about the rise in perfectionism, the conflict of who we really are versus an idealistic view of ourselves, our increasing focus on meeting unrealistic expectations, the correlation to anxiety, how social media comes into it and how focusing on our self-esteem and purpose can counteract the concerning trends that we’re seeing.
Thomas’ Ted Talk:
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Simple Tools for Health: Breath
Over the course of the day we take about 25,000 breaths. It’s a process that is so automatic for so many of us but could it be a missing pillar of health? Today we explore the topic of breathing looking at the history and latest scientific research with journalist James Nestor, author of Breath. We look at the potential power of consciously breathing from the roots of breath in Buddhist, the Chinese Tao and the history of yoga to its links to stress, anxiety, mental health; why we should be breathing through our nose; why breathing less can give us more; how office life stops us breathing and how the little things can have a big impact on our lives.
James Nestor: Breath
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Love and Relationships: 15 Facts
From the impact of coronavirus and quarantine on our relationships to online dating, marriage, divorce, the ups and downs of being single, love at first sights and whether soulmates exist, we’re looking at fifteen facts on love and relationships with Laura Mucha.
Laura’s Book: We Need to Talk About Love
Laura’s first podcast episode on attachment theory: https://play.acast.com/s/deliciouslyellapodcast/who-whyandhowwelove
Paul Dolan’s podcast episode on Happy Ever After: https://play.acast.com/s/deliciouslyellapodcast/ishappyeverafteramyth-
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Human Kindness
Why should we believe in human goodness? Today we’re exploring the power of human kindness and why the theory that most people are governed by self-interest is possibly totally inaccurate. Our guest Rutger Bregman instead argues that history shows we are fundamentally altruistic and kind, it’s a refreshing, optimistic view of the world that we hope will give you a little hope.
Books
Rutger Bregman, Humankind
Hans Rosling, Factfulness – the book on why the world is getting better
A link to an article detailing more about the real Lord of the Flies: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/may/09/the-real-lord-of-the-flies-what-happened-when-six-boys-were-shipwrecked-for-15-months
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Finding Gratitude in the Hardest Moments
What happens when life as you know it disappears in an instant, when the world is swept from under you and every part of your day to day shifts. We’re talking to our friend Lauren who experienced extreme isolation eight years ago about finding blessings, appreciating connections, not losing sight of the future or gratitude in adversity, as well as the importance of looking to the future even when the future is so hard to predict, the lessons we can take from disconnection and distance and the importance of perspective at all times. A how to in living by the moto ‘live life as though everything is rigged in your favour’
Lauren’s Vogue article: https://www.vogue.co.uk/arts-and-lifestyle/article/cancer-diagnosis-self-isolation
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Easy Ways to Stay Healthy at Home
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A Calming Meditation
A calming, grounding guided meditation to make you feel a little more calm and peaceful during this strange time. The meditation itself runs from 5.30 - 21.20 and is led by Phoebe Greenacre
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Checking In and What We’re Loving
A shorter episode focused on what we’ve been enjoying reading, watching and listening to during these strange times and how we’re trying to keep happy and productive.
Poem: The Rainbow Children, Gemma Peacock
Books:
- Playing to win, A. G. Larfley and Roger L. Martin
- Different: Escaping the Competitive Herd, Youngme Moon
- When Breath Becomes Air, Paul Kalanithi
- Any Human Heart, William Boyd
- Educated, Tara Westover
- A Monk’s Guide to Happiness, Gelong Thubten
TV Show:
- Unorthodox, Netflix
Podcast
- How I Built This, Guy Raz
- How To Fail, Elizabeth Day
- Mo Gawdat episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/special-episode-how-to-fail-mo-gawdat-on-how-to-cope/id1407451189?i=1000469228528
- The Dropout, ABC News
- Can We Just Ask, Season 2, What’s the Good News
- Gelong Thubten on Happiness as a Choice: https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/happiness-as-a-choice/id1428704212?i=1000444555778
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Coping with The Current Uncertainty
How can we manage the huge shifts and monumental changes we’re dealing with across the world right now? How do we find joy and keep our sense of self when the way we define ourselves and our everyday has shifted so drastically and so quickly? Can we reframe the uncertainty and anxiety that so many of us our feeling? Psychotherapist Anna Mathur is helping us get to grips with it all, bringing us a little group therapy and helping us find a little more compassion and understanding for ourselves and each other.
For more info on Anna’s reframing anxiety course: www.annamathur.com
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Is Happy Ever After a Myth?
Does our quest for a seemingly perfect life, a constant need to keep up with the Joneses and a series of unachievable expectations fuel our growing levels of unhappiness and anxiety? We’re looking at the social norms that surround marriage, children, careers, education, income and so much more with Paul Dolan, a professor of behavioural science at the London School of Economics, looking at the research and the science behind the narratives.
Happy Ever After: Paul Dolan
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Reframing Our Thinking: How to Believe Good Things Can Happen
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Embracing Life’s Challenges
Today’s guest, therapist Sasha Bates, talks embracing vulnerability, expanding our emotional bandwidth, why we shouldn’t cut ourselves off from difficult emotions and the importance of stopping the ‘I’m fine’ mentality. From loosening the protective emotional armour we can create in childhood to understanding avoidance and denial, creating space for feelings, finding gems in the rubble and treating vulnerability and pain with kindness, we discuss all manner of ways to embrace and understand life’s challenges.
Sasha Bates, Languages of Loss
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Eco-Anxiety and The Healing Power of Nature
Does our cultural move away from the natural world impact our mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing? Does it really change things in our brains, guts and our ability to heal? What does the science say? Our guest is the science journalist Lucy Jones – looking at the most recent studies on our relationship with nature and how it interacts with human biology, neuroscience and psychology, as well the impact of pollution and the concept of eco-anxiety and how our disconnect from nature impacts on climate change.
Lucy Jones: Loosing Eden
Deliciously Ella Live: https://www.fane.co.uk/our-shows/deliciously-ella-live/about-the-show#book
Bristol, 11th May - Gelong Thubten
- How to Find Genuine Happiness
How do we find peace, presence and happiness in the business of the world around us? Can we make happiness an internal quality rather than something we’re on a constant quest for and that needs external validation to happen? We’re looking at compassion, discipline, the science of meditation and how to navigate the modern world with Buddhist monk Gelong Thubten.
London, 13th May, Dr Rangan Chatterjee
- The Quick and Easy Ways to Create a Healthier Life
Can five minutes make a difference to our lives? Can we really create healthy habits that impact our mental and physical wellbeing in that time, lower stress and boost our relationships. Dr Rangan Chatterjee believes we can, and that’s what he’ll be able to tell us all about.
Edinburgh, 17th May, Dr Megan Rossi
- The Power of Our Gut Health
How can what we eat, our stress levels and the way we move impact the gut and why does that matter? How does the gut brain connection work and how can I make it all work a little better? We’ll be delving into the science behind our gut health and how that impacts on almost every part of our physical and mental wellbeing with Dr Megan Rossi, a leading expert in the field.
Cardiff, 19th May, Gelong Thubten
- How to Find Genuine Happiness
How do we find peace, presence and happiness in the business of the world around us? Can we make happiness an internal quality rather than something we’re on a constant quest for and that needs external validation to happen? We’re looking at compassion, discipline, the science of meditation and how to navigate the modern world with Buddhist monk Gelong Thubten.
Dublin, 21st May, Shahroo Izadi
- Making Positive, Long Lasting Changes
How many times have you tried to break a negative cycle, give up a habit that doesn’t help you or make a change in your life only to find yourself back at square one a week later? We’re talking to behaviour psychologist Shahroo Izadi about making these habits stick, about creating true change in our lives and allowing the healthier habits that we know may help us become an easy, enjoyable part of our every day.
Manchester, 26th May - Amelia Freer
- Healthy Eating 101
Healthy eating can feel very confusing - what to believe and what not to? With contradictory headlines in the media almost daily it can be hard to get a clear sense of what we should be doing to feel our best. We’ll be talking myth versus fact and breaking down what really matter and what doesn’t when it comes to balanced, healthy, sustainable, delicious eating habits with nutritionist Amelia Freer.
Leeds, 27th May, Shahroo Izadi
- Making Positive, Long Lasting Changes
How many times have you tried to break a negative cycle...
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How To Build A Healthy, Happy Brain
Can we build a healthy brain? Are there psychological and lifestyle factors that impact on our brain’s functioning and therefore our wellbeing? We’re talking to Kimberley Wilson, a psychologist who’s passionate about education on the preventative measures we can take when it comes to brain health. We talk everything from why we ignore mental health symptoms to dementia, depression, anxiety, stress, diet and managing our emotional health.
Kimberley Wilson, How to Build a Healthy Brain: Reduce stress, anxiety and depression and future-proof your brain - https://www.kimberleywilson.co/about
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Setting Boundaries & Our Christmas Reading List
For our final episode of series 4, we're joined by the wonderful journalist Toni Jones, founder of Shelf Help: global platform, book club and community dedicated to self-help and self-development. Toni kicks off the episode by interviewing Matt and Ella about the whirlwind year they’ve had and how much they’ve learnt from our incredible podcast guests. From setting boundaries to work life balance, daily routines and new year’s resolutions. We then go on to discuss three gorgeous books, recommended by Toni, to help kickstart 2020.
Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway by Susan Jeffers
The Source: Open Your Mind, Change Your Life by Dr Tara Swart
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Morning Routines
Can a morning routine change your life? Is making a big transformation really as simple as bringing together passion, belief and effort? Can we actually all set our alarms a little bit earlier every day? Today we’re talking to international bestselling author of Miracle Morning, Hal Elrod, about whether implementing just six things over the course of an hour, every single morning, every single day of the year, can really help us live our lives to the fullest.
Hal Elrod - Miracle Morning - https://www.miraclemorning.com/
Will Smith on Ellen Degeneres - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoldJNDLZHc
Hal Elrod & Michael J Maher - The Miracle Morning for Real Estate Agents - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Miracle-Morning-Real-Estate-Agents/dp/194258900X
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Diet Myths
Should we eat little and often or three big meals? Why does one meal make one person lose weight and another person gain it? Is it really calories in versus calories out? What about ultra-processed food, how does it impact on us? What happens if we eat just McDonalds for 10 days? We’re exploring personalised nutrition, diet myths and nature versus nurture with scientist Tim Spector.
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Tim Spector, Identically Different and The Diet Myth - http://www.tim-spector.co.uk/#
Link to the DIETFIT study - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2673150
Link to the British Gut Project - http://britishgut.org/
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Friendship, Sisterhood and Jealousy
Exploring the topic of friendship: how to support one another, how to let go of toxic relationships and why we need to strengthen our relationship with ourselves in order to further our relationships with others. We’re answering all your questions from why can we be so catty to why do we judge so much. Are women really supporting women, how can we be happy for others when we feel intense jealousy, how to handle the shift to motherhood and how can we change the paradigm of constant comparison? One of my favourite episodes yet, a warm and open talk with Xochi Balfour.
Holly Lynch's letter expressing support for Megan Markle can be read here
Chameli Ardagh, Awakening Women: https://awakeningwomen.com/
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The Meat Myth
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Building Bridges In A Divided World
How do we create real change, build community, find a sense of togetherness and heal the divisions that currently exist in our society? A recent Harvard study concluded that 80% of millennials want to be rich and 50% famous, are we aiming for the wrong things and focusing so much on the big, on grandeur and impossible-to-reach goals that we miss the joy, the purpose, the connection of the small, the everyday, the local? We’re talking to independent Politician Rory Stewart about his experience here and the often toxic divides of politics today.
700 Tesco stores for frozen
Gelong Thubten Podcast Episode: https://play.acast.com/s/deliciouslyellapodcast/f6f90e87-5875-40f9-981e-7899babfc209
Harvard Study Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/8KkKuTCFvzI
Statistics on loneliness in the UK: https://www.campaigntoendloneliness.org/the-facts-on-loneliness/
Rory references Tempus Novo, an award winning charity that works with serving prisoners and ex-offenders: https://tempusnovo.org/
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Do We Need a Digital Detox?
We tap, swipe and click our devices 2,617 times a day, 34% of us have checked Facebook in the last ten minutes, we answer an email within six seconds and we’re now spending more time on screens than we do sleeping. Is it too much? How is it affecting us all? Should we need a digital detox? How can we wean ourselves off the addiction and control the social anxiety that can come with it? Today we’re talking about finding that balance, looking at the small steps we can take making tech something that makes us healthier and happier rather than more frazzled with Tanya Goodin.
All statistics cited by Ella and Tanya can be found on: https://www.itstimetologoff.com/digital-detox-facts/
All information about Tanya’s retreats, books and everything else can be found at: https://www.tanyagoodin.com/
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Changing the Birth Narrative
What happens in birth? Why are we so afraid of it? Do we need to be that afraid of it? Can you really have a calm, empowered experience? Does it hurt? Will I tear? What are my choices? This episode looks at the FAQ’s and the current conversation around birth, breaking down the culture of fear and dread and questioning the current dynamics through the lens of #metoo and whether birth can be a feminist issue. From the widely differing stats of different birth choices and their respective outcomes to hypnobirthing, tearing, birth plans and doulas, this episode looks to guide all women through their thinking and create a positive outlook for all of us.
Milli Hill – The Positive Birth Book & Give Birth Like a Feminist
Ina May Gaskin – Guide to Childbirth
Emily Oster - Expecting Better
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Learning to Fail
We talk to Elizabeth day, host of How To Fail, about failing at body insecurity, relationships, wellness, children, families and careers; looking at how failure is an intrinsic part of success, how our mistakes help to move us closer to what we want, the importance of vulnerability and embracing our flaws. We’re looking at all of our biggest failures, what we’ve learnt from them and how that openness is able to connect us and allow us to get to know ourselves better.
Elizabeth Day - How To Fail, Book & Podcast
The Mo Gawdat episode is episode 4 of season 4
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How To Have a Healthy Gut
What is a healthy gut? How do I know if I have a healthy gut? What’s normal? We’re talking to Dr Megan Rossi from Kings College about bloating, gas, constipation, heart burn & reflux, IBS, food intolerances and so much more. From how to nurture your gut microbes to the impact of caffeine, alcohol, sugar, yo-yo dieting, high protein diets, exercise, restrictive eating, antibiotics and probiotics on our bodies; plus the extent to which stress affects our wellbeing, why fibre is so important and the practical solutions to understanding what’s going on in your body and how to feel better.
Books:
Dr Megan Rossi – Eat Yourself Healthy
Earlier podcast episode – The Gut; Why it Matters, season 1
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Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
70% of women and just over 50% of men have had imposter syndrome, a constant, nagging sense of self-doubt, insecurity and the fear that others think we’re not good enough to be doing what we’re doing. In today’s episode we talk to clinical psychologist Dr Jessamy Hibberd about how to get comfortable being uncomfortable; how to differentiate between everyday fear and the negative thought patterns that hold us back and how to create a new mindset that allows us to celebrate our achievements and escape the mind-trap of insecurity that so many of us fall into.
Books:
Dr Jessamy Hibberd - The Imposter Cure: How to Stop Feeling Like a Fraud and Escape the Mind-trap of Imposter Syndrome
Sheryl Sandberg - Lean In
Dr Steve Peters - The Chimp Paradox
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Plant Power; Eat Yourself Healthy
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Happiness As A Choice
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Sobriety, Insecurity & Transforming Your Life
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How Our Food Affects Our Mood
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Who, Why and How We Love
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Why We Sleep with Matthew Walker
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Period Power
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Creating a more mindful life
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Nutrition 101: Calories, Carbs, Fat, Salt & Sugar
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Livia Firth on Sustainable Fashion
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Body Acceptance & Making Peace with our Plates
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Loss, Grief, Gratitude and Presence
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Turning Adversity into Opportunity
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How Our Brains Control Our Happiness
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Marathon Training 101
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Fearne Cotton on Making Mistakes & Accepting Yourself
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How to Break a Habit & Make Lasting Changes
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The Skincare Edition
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Baby Mills! What to Expect When You are Expecting
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Lessons in Happiness from Around the World
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Dealing with Stress
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How to Get a Balanced Vegan Diet
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Diet Myths Unpicked
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Why We Care
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Learnings From a Roller Coaster Year
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Cultivating Happiness and Living With a Glass Half Full, with the Happy Pear
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How to Build a Brand
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Matt Haig on Mental Health
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Veganism and Climate Change
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How Exercise Impacts on The Brain & Our Mental Health
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Lifestyle Medicine
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Food Waste and Climate Change
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The Gut; Why it Matters
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Building Resilience
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Navigating the World of Health and Wellness
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Telling the Deliciously Ella story with Ella and Matt
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