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The Functional Health Podcast

Nutrition, health and performance explained by scientists, clinicians and entrepreneurs.
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#22 Kimberley Wilson - Whole body mental health: Reduce stress, anxiety and depression and future-proof your brain

Kimberley Wilson is a chartered psychologist and has a philosophy of Whole Body Mental Health - a comprehensive approach to mental health care which integrates evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle factors with psychological therapy. She has spoken at numerous event on the role that nutrition and lifestyle play on mental health. In this episode, we dive into the world of nutritional psychiatry. We talk about the role that food plays on our mental and physical wellbeing, the potential use of sup...

Mar 02, 202059 minSeason 3Ep. 23

#21 Professor Robert Thomas - Lifestyle and Cancer (Part 2) Q&A

Professor Robert Thomas is a professor of sports and biological science, consultant oncologist and is a clinical tutor at the University of Cambridge. In part 2 of this conversation, we answer some questions from the listeners about the effect of lifestyle habits and nutrition on cancer. Exercise, nutrition, fasting and supplements - there is hopefully something for everyone in here - all covered in Rob's new book "Keep Healthy after Cancer". Book keep-healthy.com cancernet.co.uk/lifestle.htm 20...

Feb 21, 202023 minSeason 3Ep. 23

#20 Professor Robert Thomas - Lifestyle and Cancer (Part 1)

Professor Robert Thomas is a professor of sports and biological science, consultant oncologist and is a clinical tutor at the University of Cambridge. In part 1 of this conversation, we speak about the broad spectrum of lifestyle interventions to help combat and prevent cancer. Exercise, nutrition, fasting and supplements - there is hopefully something for everyone in here - all covered in Rob's new book "Keep Healthy after Cancer" and his websites, links below. Book keep-healthy.com cancernet.c...

Feb 19, 202041 minSeason 3Ep. 21

#19 Dr Venita Patel - Tackling childhood obesity and building healthy habits

Dr Venita Patel is medical doctor specialising in paediatrics but is also trained in Nutritional Therapy. Further to her medical school degree, and postgraduate degrees, Venita wished to look further into the roles of nutrition and lifestyle and how they apply to the holistic picture of health! She currently works for Guys and St Thomas NHS Trust as a Community Paediatrician, with particular interest in childhood growth and development, and run clinics in obesity and nutrition. She has extensive...

Dec 04, 201947 minSeason 2Ep. 20

#18 Oliver Barnett - Potential therapies for complex conditions

Oliver is a Nutritional therapist, herbalist and functional medicine practitioner and is the founder of The London Clinic of Nutrition. I became aware of Oliver when I was attending the Integrative Healthcare and Applied Nutrition Summit in 2018, where his clinic was presented with the ‘Outstanding Contribution to the Community’ award. In this podcast we dive into potential alternative solutions for complex health conditions, including: detoxification, supplementation and helminths. Please be aw...

Nov 11, 201942 minSeason 2Ep. 19

#17 Miguel Toribio-Mateas - Can gut health affect our mental health? Are probiotics beneficial and how to change your microbiome

Miguel is an experienced and highly sort after nutritional therapist and a Chair of the British Association of Applied Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine, also known as BANT . With a degree in nutritional medicine, master’s in clinical neuroscience and pursuing a doctorate in nutritional neuroscience, he is an expert on how gut health affects our mental health. Show Notes: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter BANT Key Papers: - Role of fatty acids and micronutrients in healthy ageing: a systematic r...

Oct 22, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 18

#16 Alex Crockford - Influencing behaviour change and the delicate balance between a healthy body image and body dysmorphia: a fitness professional's perspective

Alex is a personal trainer and fitness model, with the aim to provide accessible, easy to follow health information to help individuals change their lives. He has had success with thousands of clients and it was great to catch up with him to get his perspective on the health and fitness industry. We talk about behaviour change and the delicate balance between a healthy body image and body dysmorphia. Show notes: Instagram Facebook Youtube Crockfit...

Oct 07, 201939 minSeason 2Ep. 17

#15 Rob Lawson - Treating disease with exercise, using and implementing lifestyle medicine for health and why you should become LM certified

Dr Lawson is a medical doctor and conventionally trained GP and is the chairman and co-founder of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine. Among other things, Rob is also the founder of a charity - East Lothian Cardio-pulmonary Rehabilitation Group - which offers lifestyle classes and advice to patients with chronic health conditions. I became aware of Rob through my membership of the BSLM and approached him to share his insight on the future of medicine and his thoughts on the resurgence of u...

Sep 23, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 16

#14 Christine Bailey - How to manage food intolerances, food sensitivities and food allergies. Hidden triggers, major allergens and how to eat well

Christine Bailey is an award-winning Nutritional Therapist, Chef, Author and Broadcaster. With over 18 years of experience and passion for cooking, she has a reputation for changing peoples health through the love of real food. I first met Christine at a supper club in London and I was thrilled to get her on the show. We talk about the obstacles when raising children who have different dietary requirements and how to manage food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. Show notes: Course Websi...

Sep 02, 201947 minSeason 2Ep. 15

#13 - Darryl Edwards - How to make exercise fun, why movement is important to health and how to incorporate it into your lifestyle

Darryl is an internationally renowned speaker, coach, nutritionist and author. He has pioneered, and popularised functional movements and most recently launched his Primal Play Academy. A methodology of movement which helps to make movement fun, effective and engaging, all whilst improving your health and fitness. I first met Darryl with Dr Rangan Chatterjee and Dr Kelly Brogan at a conference in London. We talk about how to make exercise fun, the importance of movement and the best ways to inco...

Aug 19, 20191 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 14

#12 Dale Pinnock - Nutritional nuggets for improved health and wellbeing - explaining the effects of omega 3's, nuts, carbs and much more

I am delighted to speak with the medicinal chef, Dale Pinnock. Dale is trained in human nutrition, nutritional medicine, herbal medicine and has authored 14 books on nutrition and health. He has frequently written articles and made tv appearances, including the popular ITV series - Eat, Shop, Save. I first heard of Dale through a friend who knew of several books he had written on how to eat to improve health conditions and I knew he would be great addition to show. Show Notes: Study NDNS Books O...

Aug 05, 20191 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 13

#11 Dr Punam Krishan - How to beat stress and overcome mental burnout

Dr Punam Krishan is a medical doctor and GP with a specialist interest in Public health, preventative and lifestyle Medicine. In this conversation, we have a special focus on preventing and overcoming physical and mental burnout. This conversation shows that stress and burnout can happen to anyone, including doctors! Media: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook...

Jul 22, 201948 minSeason 2Ep. 12

#10 Toral Shah - Food vs chronic illness and a nutritionist’s fight with cancer

Toral is a scientist, chef, clinician and founder of the Urban Kitchen. Where she inspires and teaches people how to eat healthier with real food and delicious recipes. Toral is now working on her first book explaining the science behind cancer preventing foods. We talk about how nutrition can play a role in chronic illness and her battle with the Big C. Social: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook...

Jul 08, 201948 minSeason 2Ep. 11

#9 Dr Rupy Aujla - Culinary Medicine and the Doctor's Kitchen

Dr Rupy Aujla is a medical doctor, author and founder of the Doctor’s Kitchen and Culinary Medicine UK. He recently authored the book, Eat to Beat Illness. On this podcast, we talk about the importance of food in medicine and how improving our knowledge of food, nutrition and cooking can have profound effects on our health and well-being. " Culinary Medicine is a unique combination of nutrition and culinary knowledge to assist doctors learn the foundations of clinical nutrition as well as how be...

Jun 24, 201950 minSeason 2Ep. 10

#8 Dr Rob Verkerk - How to make healthcare sustainable

Dr Rob Verkerk has Masters and Doctorate degrees from Imperial College London and in 2002 founded the Alliance for Natural Health International. Since then, Rob has acted as its executive and scientific director, directing legal actions to protect the right to natural health, whilst authoring some 60 papers in scientific journals and conference proceedings. I first met Rob at the Yes to Life Cancer Conference in London and I was intrigued by his perspective and thoughts on sustainable healthcare...

Mar 25, 201959 minSeason 1Ep. 9

#7 Dr Laura Quinton - Nutrition in medicine

Dr Quinton is a classically trained GP and has had further education in naturopathic nutrition from the College of Naturopathic Medicine. Specialising in hormonal health, menopause and gut health, her approach combines both traditional and lifestyle medicine, with the ultimate aim to help patients feel the best that they can. A medical doctor with these qualifications is extremely rare and I was so pleased that we could meet up for a recording at her Harley Street clinic in London....

Mar 18, 201937 minSeason 1Ep. 8

#6 Dr Deanna Minich - How colour affects our health

Dr Minich is an internationally-recognized teacher, author, scientist, speaker, and artist. She has authored six books on health and wellness and is current faculty for the Institute for Functional Medicine and the University of Western States. She has an innovative approach to health and wellness, bridging the gaps between science, spirituality, and art in medicine. Deanna is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to nutrition, functional and lifestyle medicine . It was an absolute pleas...

Mar 11, 20191 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 7

#5 Angelique Panagos - How to optimize your hormonal health

Angelique is a nutritional therapist, author and a specialist in the field of Women’s hormonal health. Using her six pillars of health, she aids her patients in restoring natural balance, achieve optimal vitality and wellbeing. We talk about how to move, eat, nourish ourselves and much more.

Mar 04, 201943 minSeason 1Ep. 6

#4 Josh Zappacosta - The importance of integrating health practices

Josh is the Co-founder of the Integrative Wellness Centre, Irrefutable Health and the health restaurant called The Willow, in Kingston Upon Thames, London. Irrefutable Health provides holistic healthcare services. In addition to relief care for injury, their practitioners look at how to strengthen the body, building physical, mental and social well-being with tailored interventions, health education and lifestyle support. We talk about the importance of integrating health practices, how food fit...

Feb 25, 201931 minSeason 1Ep. 5

#3 Rick Miller RD - Functional sports nutrition for health and performance

Rick is a clinical and sports dietitian and his approach to dietetic treatment embraces integrative and functional medicine. He is a dedicated clinician, inspirational speaker and runs a very successful clinical practice on Harley Street in London. We talk about how nutrition can affect sports performance, the role of good gut health in athletes and the integration of health practices.

Feb 21, 20191 hrSeason 1Ep. 4

#2 Ben Brown - Does IBS even exist?

Ben Brown is a Naturopath from Australia. He is the editor of the Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine, contributing editor of the Integrative Healthcare and Applied Nutrition magazine, director of clinical education for Pure Encapsulations (UK), and is on the advisory board of the British College of Nutrition and Health, where he is also a lecturer. We talk about all things gut health, nutrition and IBS.

Feb 18, 20191 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 3

#1 Dr Tom O'Bryan - The potential link between food and autoimmune conditions

Dr Tom O'Bryan explains how the food we eat affects our health. Dr Tom is an internationally recognised speaker, workshop leader, and functional medicine practitioner. He also holds teaching positions in the faculty at the Institute for Functional medicine and the National University of Health Sciences.

Feb 11, 20191 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Series 1 Podcast Trailer

I am introducing some of the leading voices in nutrition and lifestyle medicine, from practitioners to professors and everyone in between. I will share with you their stories, expertise and advice. The aim is to provide you with simple tips to help improve your health.

Jan 05, 20193 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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