The Food Medic
The Food Medic podcast, hosted by Dr. Hazel Wallace, a medical doctor, personal trainer, and author, features interviews with leading experts who provide evidence-based advice on living healthier lives. The show aims to cut through confusing online health information. Dr. Wallace also promotes her book 'The Food Medic for Life' and engages with listeners on social media.
Episodes
The Latest Insights On Menstrual Cycle Research For Active Women | With Kelly McNulty
If the menstrual cycle affects everything from strength to sleep, why are we ignoring it in sport?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with researcher Kelly McNulty to discuss the challenges of researching female physiology, the importance of individualised training, and the role of cycle tracking for athletes.
The episode covers
Hormones, Gut Health, and You: What Every Woman Should Understand | With Dr Megan Rossi
What if ignoring your gut health is fueling a hormonal war inside your body?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Megan Rossi, a gut health expert, about the complex links between gut health and women’s health. They discuss how gut bacteria influence hormones and conditions like PCOS and endometriosis, the impact of the m
Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: Can Your Menstrual Cycle Sync with Your Friends? Exploring Menstrual Synchrony
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual synchrony, the effects of fasted exercise on menstrual cycles, and managing PCOS. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering pr
Periods, Pain, and Power: What Your Doctor Might Not Tell You | With Dr Brooke Vandermolen
What if everything you thought you knew about your period was wrong?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Brooke Vandermolen, known as "The OB GYN Mom," to discuss women's health, focusing on menstrual cycles, period myths, and contraceptive options. Dr. Brooke shares her journey into obstetrics and gynecology and her motiv
Breaking the Silence: Why PMDD Needs More Attention? | With Dr Milli Raizada
Is PMDD the Hidden Struggle Behind Your Mood Swings?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr Milli Raizada, a GP, hormone expert and author of Happy Hormones, Happy You. Together, they unpack the realities of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - its severe symptoms, how it differs from PMS and why diagnosis can be such a c
Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: Period Myths, Cravings & Period Recovery Tips | Honest Answers to Real Questions
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into period myths, cravings and recovery tips. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance.
In this episode, Dr
Living with Endometriosis: A Story of Strength, Struggle, & Hope | With Carla Cressy
What is the greatest misunderstanding about endometriosis and women's health?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, discusses endometriosis with Carla Cressy, the founder and CEO of The Endometriosis Foundation. The episode explores Carla's personal journey with endometriosis, highlighting the struggles of misdiagnosis and the urgent need for
Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: From Contraception to Cycle Tracking | Rethinking Menstrual Health
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual health, focusing on the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraception. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, acces
Hormones and Skin: What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You | With Dr Thivi Maruthappu
What is the connection between sex hormones and skin health?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, is joined by Dr Thivi Maruthappu, consultant dermatologist at Barts Health NHS Trust, to explore the intricate relationship between sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) and skin health.
The episode covers:
How do hormo
S10 Ep 10 Everything you need to know about Egg freezing
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr John Kennedy, an O&G doctor who qualified from University College Dublin in 2000. He has been working exclusively in fertility medicine since 2013 and is the clinical lead at Thérapie Fertility Clinic, with his expert team who have helped intended parents in Ireland to build their familiesThis episode covers:
Reasons someone might freeze their eggs
What i
S10 Ep 9 Endometriosis and Adenomyosis with Mr Martin Hirsch
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Mr Martin Hirsch, a consultant gynaecologist and endometriosis specialist practicing both in the NHS and privately.He can be found on instagram as @endometriosis.surgeon.ukThis episode covers:
What is endometriosis?
The symptoms of endometriosis
Who gets endometriosis?
What causes delays in diagnosis?
New, faster diagnostic tests
How nutrition and lifes
S10 EP 8 Food for Fertility with Dietitian Ro
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ro Huntriss - one of the UK’s leading fertility dietitians and is the Founder of Fertility Dietitian UK.She is also the author of the book Deliciously Health Fertility (available on amazon) This episode covers:
The role does diet plays in male and female fertility
How can we eat for fertility?
Key nutrients associated with fertility
Nutrition considerati
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Managing periods on long runs
This weeks listener question is:“I’m training for a half-marathon, and I was just wondering how you practically manage your period on a long run?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S10 EP 7 Tackling toxic diet culture with Laura and Steph from Kic
Today Dr Hazel is joined by Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith - founders of KIC - a leading health and wellness app born out of AustraliaTrigger warning: This episode does contain conversations around eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours. This episode covers:
Rebranding KIC from ‘Keep it Cleaner’
Laura and Steph’s own experiences with food and exercise
How they are helping others
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: When should your period return after stopping the pill?
This weeks listener question is: When should I expect my period to return after stopping the pill? And what should you do if it doesn’t?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S10 EP6 The truth about balancing your hormones.
Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Anjali Amin, a Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. This epsiode covers:
What are hormones?
The truth about “hormone balancing” recipes
At home Hormone testing kits
Is adrenal fatigue a medical diagnosis?
Why women experience more thyroid issues than men
Should you worry about glucose spikes?
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you take a multivitamin as an insurance policy?
This weeks listener question is: Do you recommend taking a multi-vitamin as a precautionary measure during the winter months to avoid getting sick? If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S10 EP5 76 marathons in 76 days and building the #1 running coaching app
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ben and Joshua from Runna - #1 rated app for personalized training plans for running. This episode covers
The story of RUNNA
How Josh ran a record-breaking 76 marathons in 76 days
Advice for new runners
Different types of runs (tempo, interval, easy etc) and their purpose
How to get faster at running
Strength training alongside running
Trainers and r
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Is calorie counting the only way to lose weight?
This weeks listener question is:“Is calorie counting the only way to lose weight?”if you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S10 EP4 Breaking the menopause Taboo with Davina McCall
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by presenter, fitness guru, author, mother and “accidental” activist Davina McCall This episode covers
Becoming an “accidental activist” in womens health
Davina’s experience of the perimenopause and menopause
Fears and misconceptions about HRT
Davina’s pill revolution documentary
How Davina’s fitness routine has evolved after the menopause
Davina’s partne
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Can fitness trackers cause health anxiety?
This weeks listener question is : “I understand that fitness tracking technology can really help to understand what's going on in our bodies, giving us better awareness so that we can take action. However, can tracking take its toll?”If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo
S10 EP3 Hiking, cold water swimming, and mental health with Zanna Van Dijk
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Zanna Van Dijk - she’s a co-founder of Stay Wild, a sustainable swimwear brand, a Forbes 30 under 30 entrepreneur and a lifestyle blogger with a passion for active travel and the outdoors. This episode covers:
Zanna’s evolution on social media and on her blog over the years
Her passion for hiking and advice for those looking to start
Open water swimming and
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: What is Zone 2 training and why is it important?
This weeks listener question is: “There’s a lot of information out there about the benefits of zone two training for longer distance runs such as for half or full marathons or longer. Can you explain in more detail about zone two training and the benefits it provides for longer distance runs?”If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@th
S10 EP2 How hypnosis can help with healthy habit formation.
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr. David Spiegel, Reveri's Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer. Dr Spiegel is a psychiatrist with more than 45 years of clinical and research experience studying stress, pain, sleep and hypnosis. He has written thirteen books, 404 scientific journal articles and 170 book chapters. He was educated at Harvard and Yale and now works at Stanford. This episode
S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Does strength training burn more fat than cardio?
Our listener question this week is “What is the definition of strength training? I've read some articles saying that strength training is a better way to burn fat than just doing cardio. But I'm not exactly sure what the definition of it is”Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to
S10 EP1 How to eliminate excuses and start achieving your goals with Marie Forleo
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by host of MarieTV, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist, Marie Forleo. Her #1 New York Times best-selling book, Everything is Figureoutable is available now.This episode covers:
How to get out of your way when it comes to being consistent with our goals and habits.
Eliminate the “I don’t have time excuse” with this one practice.
Understanding fear vs intuition when
S10 TRAILER
The Food Medic podcast returns for season 10 this October - here's a little taste of what to expect. Make sure to hit subscribe, if you haven't already so that you are first to hear about any new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S9 Bonus EP - TikTok hair hacks that actually work
In this short bonus episode, Dr Hazel speaks to Taylor Rose (also known as the healthy hur), a certified trichologist who has amassed over 1.5million followers on social media.Topics covered include:*Popular titkok trends: rosemary oil, slick buns, pillowcases and apple cider vinegar*Essential hair care products*Hairloss and what to do about it*Advice for dry and damaged hair*Lifestyle factors aff
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you exercise when you’re sick?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is: “Do you have any advice for strength training through long periods of illness? I love strength training and I am a student and get one cold after another. I am worried that if I don’t keep it up I will lose all my progress.”To learn more about immunity and exercise, head over to www.thefoodmed
S9 EP10 Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men
In this episode we are joined by Caroline Criado Perez - a best-selling and award-winning writer, broadcaster and award-winning feminist campaigner.Her #1 Sunday Times best-selling second book, INVISIBLE WOMEN: Exposing DataBias in a World Designed for Men, published in 2019, has been translated into 30 languages and is the winner of the 2019 Royal Society Science Book Prize, the 2019 Books Are M
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Keto diets and cholesterol
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is “I am wondering if the keto/ LCHF diet really is for everyone, or if there are some people to whom it may do more damage than good, increasing their cholesterol or even causing non-fatty liver syndrome?"Please note : this podcast should not be taken as medical advice or replace that of your usua
S9 EP9 The truth about carbs
Our guest today is Layne Norton - a self-proclaimed nerd who lifts heavy things, he has a BS in Biochemistry with honors and a PhD in Nutritional Sciences with honors.Since moving away from online coaching, Layne has focused on writing books (Fat Loss Forever, The Complete Contest Prep Guide, The Complete Reverse Dieting Guide), developing Carbon Diet Coach, a nutritional coaching app, and creatin
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Is there a link between mirena coil and mood?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.Our listener question this week is : “I would love to hear your thoughts on the mirena coil as contraception and whether I experience the same hormonal highs and lows as a women having normal periods?” I hope you found that helpful - perhaps send it to someone you know it might help also. If you are thinking about stopping or chan
S9 EP8: How food can support your mental health
In this episode we discuss how diet plays a role in our mood - and which foods or food groups have been linked to positive and negative impacts on our mental health. Our guest today is Felice Jacka - a Professor of Nutritional Psychiatry, Co-Director of the Food & Mood Centre at Deakin University, and founder and president of the International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research. She has w
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: How to manage intermittent fasting and morning workouts
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.Our listener question this week is “Conflicting advice - There is evidence if we eat in an 8 hour window, this helps gut health. There is also evidence that it is important to eat before a workout - how do you manage these two together?”To learn more about the pros and cons of fasting, head over to www.thefoodmedic.co.uk for furth
S9 E7: How to live an awesome life with Ben Coomber
In this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Ben Coomber - a multi-award-winning Coach, Speaker, and Author of “How to live an Awesome Life”. For 10 years Ben ran a #1 rated podcast called ’Ben Coomber Radio’ with over 20 million downloads, is the Founder & CEO of The BTN Academy - a Nutrition Education Company, and Awesome Supplements - a multi- award-winning plant-based supplement company. This episo
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: L-Glutamine for gut health - fad or fact?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is “Recently I have seen a lot of people post on social media about L Glutamine, saying it has helped bloating and stomach cramps, as well as helping exercise recovery. Are these claims true? If it is beneficial, how much should we be taking and how often?”To find out more about L-Glutamine and gut
S9 E6: The productivity method with Grace Beverley
On this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Grace Beverley, founder and CEO of sustainably-made activewear brand TALA and fitness tech brand Shreddy. Grace's debut book 'Working Hard, Hardly Working' was an instant Sunday Times Bestseller and she also hosts her own podcast of the same name. -Grace's journey from influencer to the CEO of two incredibly successful companies.-The moment it all changed fo
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Re-establishing healthy habits in the postpartum period
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is “As a first time mum with a 7 week old, it is time to re-establish healthy habits. I am struggling to re-establish healthy habits around a busy and not so flexible schedule.”To find out more, check out The Female Factor book, available online and from all good book stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S9 E5: The lowdown on hormonal contraception
This week on The Food Medic podcast we are joined by Alice Pelton and Dr Fran, from The Lowdown - the UK's leading contraception review and subscriptions platform.This episode covers:
The story behind The Lowdown
What are your options? Different forms of contraception
Pill-bashing and fear mongering online
Does hormonal contraception affect fertility?
How long is too long to be on the pill?
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Will soya disrupt my hormones?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I am vegetarian. Soy is a good source of protein that I consume regularly. I have heard soy may cause a hormonal issue, I have also heard this is not true? Should we limit the amount of soy we consume in a week?”This comes up a lot - hit play to find out what Dr Hazel has to say about soya. Go back and listen to season 5 episode
S9 E4: How to become a better communicator with Adrienne Herbert
Back for the third time, Adrienne Herbert shares her top tips when it comes to communicating effectively, drawing from her experience as a podcast host and international keynote speaker working with brands such as Microsoft, Apple and Google. Adrienne is the epitome of a digital entrepreneur, former Director of Innovation at the UK’s leading fitness app Fiit, and has recently joined Jaguar Land Ro
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you eat straight after a workout?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I have heard it is very important to fuel our bodies after workouts to aid with recovery. Does the timeframe in which we refuel matter? Is it right away or within an hour?How much of a role does this time frame play in recovery?”To find out more about post-workout nutrition check out these previous episodes:S7 E7 : Eating to thrive
S9 E3: How food and movement can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with Claire Pettitt
This episode explores the role of nutrition and lifestyle in managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Claire Pettitt, a dietitian working in both private practice and in academia, with a special interest in women’s health nutrition - especially PCOS and fertility. Find her on Instagram @Cp_nutritionrd In this episode:
What is PCOS and how is it diagnosed?
Different typ
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Tips for competing during your menstrual cycle
Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes. This weeks listener question is: “I am really into Cross Fit but I can’t control my cycle around competitions and intense workouts. What would you recommend if a competition falls in my luteal phase of my cycle?”Find our more about training around your cycle in Dr Hazel’s book ‘The Female Factor’ : https://www.
S9 E2: Creating healthy habits for busy people with David Birtwistle
This week I'm joined by David Birtwistle, a renowned online fitness and nutrition coach.He’s the founder and head coach of the personal online coaching company Endeavour Life, helping to integrate sustainable healthy habits into busy lives. And for those who don't know, he's also my boyfriend.David completed his undergraduate in Strength & Conditioning Science at London’s St Mary’s University and
S9 Ask Dr Hazel: What should I eat before an exam?
Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes.This week's question is: “What should I eat before and during exams? I am sitting a 6 hour exam in a couple of months. There is a one hour break in the middle of the exam. We are not allowed allowed to have any food or drink during the exam, besides water. We can only eat before the exam and at the break. Do y
S9 E1: How to stop procrastinating and overcome self-sabotage
The Food Medic is back with season 9!I'm joined by Nawal Mustafa, a cognitive neuroscientist and a psychological health educator who goes by the name @thebraincoach on social media. Nawal's interests focus on understand the relationship between human behaviour, cognition and brain function and she's currently a PhD candidate in clinical neuropsychology at the University of Windsor, Canada.In this
S8 E11: TikTok therapy with Dr Julie
In the season 8 finale Dr Hazel is joined by TikTok sensation Dr Julie. Dr Julie is a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of professional experience but many of you will know her from Instragram and TikTok where she shares bite-sized mental health and motivational videos online, with a combined following of more than 3.5 million people. She is also an author of The book Why Has Nobody Told Me
E10 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after an evening workout?
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “If I am running late at night (when I can squeeze it in my day), should I be refuelling afterwards, because I know that aids recovery, or should I not in case in disrupts sleep and does not aid recovery?”Thank you to everyone who has sent in question
S8 E10: We are more than our bodies with KaisaFit
Today we are joined by Kaisa Keranen - a personal trainer, fitness educator, and social media influencer known for her fun and innovative ways to get people moving. She graduated from the University of Washington where she was a member of the Track and Field team and later went on to get her Master's in Exercise Science, Sports Performance, and Injury Prevention As the founder of Just Move, she h
E9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should I supplement my diet with collagen?
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “Dr Hazel, I have a question about collagen powder and supplements. They are all the rage at the moment and I was wondering if I should be including a collagen powder in my diet and if there has been enough research around it. It would be great to hea
S8 E9: What every woman needs to know about her gut
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Professor Barbara Ryan - co-author of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut. Professor Barbara Ryan is a consultant gastroenterologist at Tallaght University Hospital and Hermitage Clinic in Dublin, and a professor of gastroenterology at Trinity College, Dublin in Ireland. she is also one half of TheGutExperts alongside dietitian Elaine McGowan RD. Thi
E8 Ask Dr Hazel: Hitting 30 plant points on a budget
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “I read somewhere that we need to aim for 30 different portions of fruit and veg a week. As someone who lives alone, I batch cook a lot to try and keep costs down. I find that I eat a lot of the same thing in a week. Are there any budget friendly t
S8 E8: Add don’t restrict approach to nutrition with Sohee Lee
Our guest is Sohee Lee - founder and head coach at SoheeFit Systems. She has a B.A. in Human Biology, M.S. in Psychology and is currently, pursuing her PhD in sports science. She is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and has been coaching in the virtual realm since 2012. You can learn more about her on her Instagram at @soheefit. Topics covered:*sohee’s approach to fitness and
E7 Ask Dr Hazel: Nutrition and Exercise to support PMS
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This week Dr Hazel is answering the question : are any foods or types of exercise that can help with PMS?FIND OUT MORE IN THE FEMALE FACTOR BOOK *OUT NOW*Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on an
S8 E7: Can you eat your way to good skin?
On this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Thivi Maruthappu - a Consultant Dermatologist in London and has pioneered the field of Nutritional Dermatology. Her research is based at King’s College, London where she works closely with Nutritionists and Dieticians to understand the relationship between nutrition and the skin. They discuss:*Nutritional dermatology as an emerging area of research*Can you
E6 Ask Dr Hazel: Creatine for endurance sports?
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks listener question is “Is there any benefit to taking creatine when undertaking endurance sports such as marathons or triathlons?” Find out more on www.thefoodmedic.co.uk Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a quest
S8 E6: The power of fibre and the fibre paradox with Dr B
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Will Bulsiewicz (or "Dr. B") to chat about fibre, bloating and the key to optimising your gut health.Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is an award winning gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert and the New York Times-bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. This episode covers:*Fibre and the fibre paradox*30 plant points
E5 Ask Dr Hazel: Exercise and burnout recovery
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you.This week's question: What is the best way to implement exercise when recovering from burnout or too much stress?Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on any topic related to health, fitness, nutriti
S8 E5: Staying active during and after pregnancy
This week we are talking about staying active in pregnancy and getting back to activity in the post-partum period with two experts in this space - Emma Brockwell and Dr Marlize De Vivo. Emma is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist . She has co-authored the first ‘Returning to Running Postnatal Guidelines’ and published her book ‘Why did no one tell me? How to protect, heal and nurture your
E4 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after a morning workout
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week answering questions submitted by you. Our listener question this week is “What should I eat after I workout? I go to the gym in the mornings, and I go straight to work after. What should I take with me, or buy to eat?”Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast
S8 E4: Exercise after covid
Welcome back to another episode of The Food Medic podcast with Dr Hazel. On this episode we are chatting about returning to exercise after having covid.Our guest this week is Dr Amal Hassan - a Sport & Exercise Medicine Consultant Physician, working in elite sport, ballet, and at the Institute for Sport, Exercise and Health in London.This episode covers*Risks of returning to early to exercise post
E3 Ask Dr Hazel: Best way to structure strength sessions
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week answering questions submitted by you. This week we answer “How would you structure strength sessions if you only had time for two sessions a week? Would you focus on both days as whole body or one day upper and one day lower?” If you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on any topic related to health, fitness, nutritio
S8 E3: Healing your relationship with food with Embody Health LDN
Hello and welcome back to another episode of The Food Medic podcast, I’m your host Dr Hazel. On this episode Hazel is joined by Ariana Rodriguez and Cassie Barnard who are Registered Dietitians, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellors and Founders of Embody Health London - London’s online eating disorder and disordered eating nutrition clinic. They are best known as the “Dancing Dietitians” on soci
E2 Ask Dr Hazel: Best forms of exercise after the menopause
Hey team, and welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel our mini episodes that drop each week. This week we cover the best forms of exercise for women who are going through, or who have gone through the menopausal transition. Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on any topic related to health, fitness, nutrition, or mindset - please
S8 E2: Bonus interview with Dr Hazel
To celebrate publication of the female factor, Dr Hazel is interviewed by David Birtwistle. David is Founder & CEO of Endeavour Life LTD, "proper coaching for everyday people" and Hazel’s boyfriend. They chat about the book - why Hazel wrote it, why it’s so important and touch on some important topics covered in the book. This is a really fun episode and we hope you love it. The Female Factor book
E1 Ask Dr Hazel: Are protein shakes bad for me?
Hey team, and welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.This week we cover protein shakes and whether they’re good for you despite all the additives, flavourings and sweeteners added to make them taste like chocolate etc?Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already and if you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on any topic related to health, fitne
S8 E1: Setting boundaries and reclaiming time with Adrienne Herbert
This episode covers:How the pandemic has changed how we work.Hybrid working and it’s impact on our well-beingHow companies can support their employees health Setting boundaries with workWhy we all need white space in our diary How to prevent burnout when building your career.Busy vs productive : whats the difference? Adrienne herbert is a leading wellness professional, international TEDx speaker,
S7 E11: Female brain health and Alzheimer's Prevention with Dr Lisa Mosconi
In this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Lisa Mosconi who is the Director of the Women's Brain Initiative, where she serves as an associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology. In addition, she is an adjunct faculty member at the NYU Department of Psychiatry. She is the author of Brain Food and The XX Brain. This episode covers:- How is the female brain different from the male?-
S7 E10: No period? why it matters and how to get it back with Danielle Logue
You might think you’re at your peak fitness - you’re exercising regularly, maybe even competing or running marathons, you’re strict on your nutrition and perhaps you’ve even lost weight but you’re periods have gone? This is a lot more common than you might think. In fact one study of regular exercising women, found that half had menstrual disturbances and over a third had no period at all. If this
Ask Dr Hazel E9: HOW DOES THE PILL IMPACT TRAINING AND RECOVERY?
This episode covers the impact of the combined contraceptive pill on performance, training and recovery from exercise. To read more visit www.thefoodmedic.co.ukLink to the research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32666247/If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your friends and family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in
S7 E9: Building a healthier body and healthier planet with Ryan Andrews
Do you want to live in a way that not only supports your health and fitness goals, but also supports the planet? This is the episode for you. In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ryan D. Andrews - a sustainable food systems advocate, dietitian, yoga instructor, and strength and conditioning specialist. He currently writes and speaks about health and sustainability, is an instructor at Purchase
Ask Dr Hazel E8: AM I GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN?
This episode covers protein needs, sources and advice to ensure you’re getting the right amount. Check out www.thefoodmedic.co.uk for further reading. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your friends and family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S7 E8: Immune boosting facts and fallacies with Jenna Macciochi
Never before has the immune system had so much air time - but what actually is the immune system? Can it be boosted? What kind of things influence it? Does vitamin C really fight off a cold and there truth in the old wives tale - feed a cold, starve a fever? I’m Dr Hazel Wallace, host of the food medic podcast and on this episode we are answering all those questions with immunologist and author D
Ask Dr Hazel E7: EVENING EXERCISE AND CAFFEINE DILEMMA
This week Dr Hazel explores whether exercise can speed up how fast caffeine is eliminated from the body. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your friends and family. @thefoodmedic/www.thefoodmedic.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S7 E7: Eating to thrive not survive in training with Liam Holmes
This episode is all about nutrition and training and some common mistakes that people often make. Dr Hazel is joined by Liam Holmes who has worked in elite sport for over 12 years and now blends working with competitive athletes alongside the general public. His previous experience includes working at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, the Republic of Ireland national team, FC Copenhagen and at Fulh
Ask Dr. Hazel E6: THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET
This week's listener question covers the mediterranean diet - what it is, some example meals, and what is not included. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your friends and family. @thefoodmedic/www.thefoodmedic.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S7 E6: Happy, Healthy, Strong with Krissy Cela
In this episode dr Hazel is Joined by Krissy Cela.Krissy Cela first turned to fitness during a particularly challenging time in her lifeand started posting her workouts on social media while studying for a law degree. Her following quickly grew, and she now has a loyal and devoted community of more than 3.5 million followers on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. . In January 2019 she launched the ap
Ask Dr. Hazel E5: MARATHON NUTRITION AND IBS
This week's listener question covers how to fuel for a marathon and how to avoid triggering IBS or gut symptoms. Please note that the information provided here is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice or replace that of your usual healthcare provider. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your frien
