Kimberley is a chartered psychologist and a governor of the Tavistock & Portman NHS mental health trust as well as the former chair of the British Psychological Society's training committee in counselling psychology. She is also an award-winning food producer with a degree in nutrition, and her work looks at the role food and lifestyle plays in our mental health, including disordered eating, the gut-brain axis and our emotional relationship with food. Kimberley was even a finalist on the Great British Bake Off and on top of all that Kimberley is also author of "How to build a healthy brain", which was published in March, 2020. Kimberley's instagram Kimberley's website Kimberley's book: How to build a healthy brain Stronger Minds Podcast In this episode we cover: How Kimberley decided to combine her career in psychology with her interest in nutrition A discussion about research into how improved nutrition can reduce violence in prison populations The apparent disconnect between mental health and the physical body and where it comes from The ways stress and other mental health issues can present themselves as physical health issues The taboo around mental health that exists within different factions of society The role that better nutrition can play in keeping children in school and away from crime. Why is hunger a major issue for school aged children, even in the UK? How can dealing with childhood hunger reduce the likelihood of bad behaviour in schools How are charities like "Magic Breakfast" doing to improve the situation? What are some of the key nutrients involved in mental health? The important role of DHA in brain development and function How a mother's diet can influence a child's brain health What role can leafy green vegetables play in brain aging? A discussion about the SMILES trial, a nutrition intervention in depression The importance of understanding that each person's mental health issues is different and what works for one person may not work for others. The importance of an inclusive diet for building brain health The importance of plant foods as sources of fibre and polyphenols for brain health The incredibly important role of sleep in mental health. Kimberley's book "How to build a healthy brain"

David is a physicist, cancer researcher, and science writer. His work encompasses everything from how tumours use oxygen to why conspiracies tend to fail. He has a strong focus on public understanding of science and medicine, contributing to BBC, RTE, The New York Times, The Guardian, The Irish Times, and PBS and he was the recipient of the 2014 Maddox prize. David's Instagram David's Twitter David's book: The Irrational Ape In this episode we cover: David's background and achievements How David made the transition from physics to cancer research What spurred David to learn more about science communication and disinformation? What are the different types of false information and what negative effects can they have? Why does disinformation spread so quickly and why do people hold onto such ideas so strongly? How does disinformation or conspiracy theories play on human emotions? The general population's lack of ability to "research" anything online (hint, it doesn't involve a google search) What are the character traits of people who actively spread conspiracy theories online? How many individuals buy into conspiracy theories out of fear The risk of blindly following the ideas of individuals just because of their position or reputation The damage the anti-vax movement has done to public health and the spread of previously declining diseases The inability of the public to determine the risk of catching a disease in relation to the risk of vaccinating against it. The risk of asymptomatically spreading disease to someone who may suffer serious consequences How can we help people to identify disinformation on a society-wide level? What is information hygiene? Some tips form David on how to identify a health-related conspiracy theory The importance of empathy, skepticism and admitting the limits of our own knowledge when speaking to people about their beliefs The limits of what social media companies will do to stem the spread of disinformation. David's book, The Irrational Ape

Dr. Grant Tinsley is an Assistant Professor and the Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory at Texas Tech University. The major research interests of his laboratory are the critical evaluation of body composition assessment techniques, the influence of intermittent fasting on health and physical performance, and sports nutrition strategies to improve performance and body composition. Grant's Instagram Grant's Research Gate profile Grant's website In this episode we cover: Grant's background and how he got into researching body composition and intermittent fasting What were the general recommendations on meal frequency for fat loss and performance before IF became popular? How is body composition analysed and what are the limitations with most methods? What are some of the most frequently used techniques for measuring body fat and muscle mass and how do they work? Why might a researcher want to use a combination of techniques for measuring body composition? What is IF, what are the different types and why does that make interpreting research difficult? An explanation of periodic fasting, alternate-day fasting and time-restricted feeding Why focusing on "when" you eat may make a diet more appealing thant "what" you eat. What are some of the possible benefits of IF and are they all weight-loss dependent? Why IF may not be useful for everyone? What are some of the considerations for IF in athletic populations? Why would a higher meal frequency potentially be more beneficial for athletes or people trying to gain muscle? What has Grant's own research shown on the effects of IF while doing resistance exercise? What are the issues with trying to record people's food intake during these free-living trials? Why might protein play such an important role in the effects of IF while resistance training? What has Grant's research shown on the effects of IF in cyclists? How can body composition changes translate to improved performance? Why we need to be much more conservative with changes in meal frequency when working with elite athletes? Could changes in hormones like IGF1or testosterone have important effects in the long term?

Christopher Barakat is a competitive natural bodybuilder, coach, and researcher investigating training & nutrition intervention to optimize body composition outcomes. He started competing in 2011 as a teenager and this passion led him to pursue academic studies that would enhance his knowledge to be a better coach and athlete. He earned his bachelor's in Athletic Training and his master's in Exercise & Nutritional Sciences. He's been teaching at the University of Tampa since 2017 and continues to research in the human performance lab under Dr. Eduardo De Souza and colleagues. Christopher's Instagram Body Recomposition: Can Trained Individuals Build Muscle and Lose Fat at the Same Time? Christopher's Research Gate profile School of Gainz At-Home Exercise Template In this episode we cover: Chris's background in bodybuilding and exercise science Chris's current research projects on repetition tempo and intra-set stretching What is body recomposition and how does it occur? Is it something that only occurs in untrained people or why does it happen more readily in that group? Why does muscle gain and fat loss get harder the closer someone gets to their genetic potential? What are the different ways of measuring muscle mass and body fat and what's the difference between them? The importance of standardizing someone's hydration, food and exercise before measuring body composition What definitions are used for "resistance trained" individuals in studies? The importance of looking at participant's starting strength to guage their level of training or training status What role does detraining and retraining play in the results of body composition studies? Why people shouldn't be too worried about losing muscle or strength during lockdown Chris's thoughts on the difference in the training of the average gym-user and the type of training he employs in his research The importance of tracking your training in a log book The interesting science around protein intake and its effects on fat mass Protein intake recommendations for body recomposition Why is body recomposition not observed in case studies of physique competitors? Do physique competitor's lose muscle during contest prep? What role does sleep play on body composition? Chris's key recommendations for evidence-based body recomposition

Ciaran is an Assistant Professor in Exercise Science the University of South Carolina. His research focuses on the impact of exercise, nutritional supplementation and behavioral interventions on the health and wellness of individuals with cancer. Ciaran received his PhD in Kinesiology from Ohio State University and recently completed a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Exercise Oncology within the School of Medical and Health Science (SMHS) at Edith Cowan University. Ciaran is also strong advocate of the dissemination of scientific research to a variety of audiences. He is the founder, CEO, and chief exercise physiologist at REACH (Research in Exercise and Cancer Health), a company designed to provide evidence-based guidelines of physical activity to health/medical professionals and individuals with cancer. Ciaran's Instagram Ciaran's Twitter Ciaran's staff profile at the University of South Carolina The Reach Podcast Ciaran's Website In this episode we cover: How Ciaran got into exercise science and eventually cancer research What is exercise oncology? What physical and mental changes happen during cancer and cancer treatment and how can exercise benefit them? The importance of building physiological reserves for cancer treatment How does prostate cancer treatment lead to muscle loss and what other issues can arise? Why is muscle mass important for preventing falls? Is muscle mass or muscle strength easier to improve in clinical exercise programs and why? The importance of consistent progressive overload and tailored resistance programmes in eliciting the benefits of resistance exercise The reason some doctors are very cautious about recommending exercise programmes The importance and skill of building rapport with the patient's wider care team The complexity of developing an exercise programme for a patient that can have multiple different difficulties from the disease or treatment The need for long term behaviour change to ensure patients continue with their exercise to continue to reap the benefits Helping people find their own motivation that will keep them exercising The value of peer-support and shared experiences in encouraging patients in their exercise How can creatine play a role in exercise oncology? How do researchers actually diagnose sarcopenia? The role that nutrition can play in helping patients during their cancer treatment

Hugh Gilmore is a BASES accredited sports psychologist who has spent the last 6 years working with Olympians and Paralympians within Great Britain athletics and GB weightlifting. He also has a wealth of experience working within the GAA and Net Ball Northern Ireland. On top of all that, Hugh is also co-host of the Eight Percent Mental podcast. Harnessing Communication for Performance Enhancement: Online Course Hugh's Instagram Podium Psychology (Hugh's Website) Hugh's Twitter Eighty Percent Mental Podcast In this episode we cover: Hugh's background in sports science and sports psychology. What it's like working as a sport's psychologist for GB Athletics and GB Weightlifting The power of instruction and guidance on sports performance How does a sport's psychologist help an athlete perform better The power of reframing a situation to change someone's perspective of it An introduction to tubing Why telling people what to do is not a useful approach How asking questions with Motivational Interviewing helps bring about change Hugh's thoughts on the increase in interest in psychological techniques in coaching in recent years The concept that strong medicine can be strong poison: how psychology can also cause harm Why comprehensive training in psychology is important to make sure practitioners don't cause harm The danger in assuming that all psychology techniques are benign The example of using mindfulness in treating eating disorders What are some contradictions of different psychological techniques What's the problem with NeuroLinguistic Programming (NLP) Importance of realizing that no technique works all the time Is there any way to know if a psychology practitioner is genuinely qualified?

Shannon is a nomadic nutrition coach who uses comprehensive coaching strategies to promote adaptive self-regulation behaviors within her clients. She seeks to understand why we do the things we do, particularly when it comes to our eating behaviors, and views motivated choice through a lens of complex interactions between internal and external environments involving the body, the brain and the world around us. Shannon's Instagram Bridging the Gap article series In this episode we cover: Shannon's back story and how she got into fitness and nutrition How Shannon's interaction with clients led to her interest in behaviour change A brief primer on diet culture as it has come to be understood What does it mean when someone hits training or diet "rock bottom" What were the issues with traditional coaching approaches and why telling someone what to do doesn't help? The problem with blaming and shaming in coaching Finding out what a client really needs and how that might differ from what they want The risks involved in dietary restriction and why it's not as simple as flexible and rigid restraint Are some people at higher risk of disordered eating if they diet and do diets always result in disordered eating? How did Comprehensive Coaching come into being? Motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy and the skillset involved in comprehensive coaching? The lack of behavioural techniques in nutrition education The importance of the coach and client taking a collaborative approach to their relationship Is there an issue with coaches celebrating their physiques AND using anti-diet approaches? How to foster different reasons for change that can lead clients to many different aspects of health The importance of continued education for coaches

Kirk is an assistant professor at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL) and the director of experimental research at the Health and Human Performance Institute, also at UHCL. Prior to that, he was an exercise physiologist and senior scientist at NASA-Johnson Space Center where he continues to collaborate and consult. Broadly, his research evaluates nutritional and exercise interventions to protect and enhance skeletal muscle metabolism, mass, strength, function, and performance. He has applied this focus to individuals with chronic disease, aging adults, competitive athletes, and astronauts. Kirk's Researchgate Profile Kirk's Profile at UHCL In this episode we cover: Kirk's background in exercise science and how he got involved with NASA What's it like working for an organization like NASA and what work did Kirk do in the lab? What are the health problems associated with spaceflight? What physical changes do astronauts experience after an extended period in space? How can scientists recreate some of the conditions that cause muscle loss on Earth? How much muscle mass and bone mass and strength can an astronaut lose while on a mission? Why is maintaining muscle in space so important? Why do astronauts need to be strong and fit? Can astronauts gain strength during spaceflight? How do astronauts train for emergency situations? How do astronauts train in space. How has space-training equipment evolved over the years and what are the engineering problems that have be dealt with? What kind of training programmes do Astronaut Strength Conditioning and Rehabilitation Specialists (ASCRS) prescribe?

Alberto is a pro natural bodybuilder and bodybuilding coach and has earned his pro status in virtually every major natural organization. He has played vital role in promoting the natural bodybuilding movement. He is also one of the founders of Team 3D Muscle Journey and with them his contributions as a coach, athlete, and author have helped propel the growth the sport of natural bodybuilding has seen over the last decade. Alberto's Instagram 3D Muscle Journey Instagram 3D Muscle Journey Youtube In this episode we cover: Alberto's experience as a natural bodybuilder and bodybuilding coach "Love at first rep". What got Alberto started in bodybuilding and what maintains his passion for it today? How Alberto was drawn into the complexity of bodybuilding training and nutrition The common-place use of steroids in bodybuilding (both in the past and now) and why Alberto ultimately decided to remain a natural athlete The power bodybuilders have on social media and why many could be more responsible with what they post The importance of exploring all the training and nutrition practices available to you before thinking about trying steroids What are some of the key moments in Alberto's career that have helped form him as a bodybuilder The importance of being open to input from the evidence-based information and the experience-based information of great coaches What makes a good coach and why are soft-skills so important? How is Alberto able to continuously give so much of himself as a coach AND train as an athlete, without burnin out? What does Alberto do to disconnect and relax? Alberto's plans on becoming Colorado's next big Salsa dance master How to work with hyper-compliant bodybuilding clients who can have trouble thinking for themselves What are some of the most important training and nutrition principals that Alberto regularly uses? Alberto's training goals and plans for the future The importance of "owning your body" for maintaining your health into the future

Dr. Austin Baraki is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, a practicing Internal Medicine Physician, competitive powerlifter, and strength coach located in San Antonio, Texas. He completed his undergraduate degree in Chemistry at the College of William & Mary, his doctorate in medicine at Eastern Virginia Medical School, and Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. His interests include medical education, the application of strength training in the context of complex medical conditions, sarcopenia, pain neuroscience & rehabilitation, and clinical lipidology. Austin's Instagram Barbell Medicine Instagram Barbell Medicine Website In this episode we cover: Austin's background in medicine and powerlifting and how he incorporates them What is sarcopenia and why is it important from a health perspective? When does muscle loss tend to start and in people and when does it begin to have effects on quality of life? What are some of the causes behind sarcopenia? What is anabolic resistance and how does it alter the effects of exercise and protein on muscle growth and maintenance How can time in hospital or nursing homes speed up the development of sarcopenia How much protein is needed to stimulate muscle growth and how does that change as we age? How does muscle loss affect frailty and how can that affect quality of life dramatically What's the relationship between sarcopenia, inflammation, diabetes and heart disease? What are some of the strategies for reversing or preventing sarcopenia in older adults What are the difficulties in implementing diet and exercise changes in older adults. What are some of the behaviour change strategies that can be used to help people make lifestyle changes The importance of knowing more about an individual's situation in order to give more important recommendations What are some of the key ways to encourage people to make changes

Jackson is a competitive boxer, bodybuilder, rower and sports nutritionist, currently completing his PhD in Clinical & Sports Nutrition at the University of Western Australia. He has completed a BSc in Sports Science, and Exercise & Health, and an Honours degree (First Class) in Exercise Physiology. Jackson’s research focuses on novel strategies for maximising performance and muscle retention while reducing body fat. He has also directed the largest athlete weight-loss trial in Australia, and the first randomised controlled trial investigating diet breaks in weight-trained athletes. Jackson's Instagram Jackson's YouTube In this episode we cover: Jackson's sporting and bodybuilding background and his interest in the science around making diets more successful The difference between weight loss and fat loss and it's importance for athletes What are some of the negative effects of long term or chronic weight loss diets? Why does weight often rebound so quickly at the end of a diet? The differences on the effects of a diet between lean people and people with high amounts of body fat What is intermittent dieting and why might it be useful? What's the difference between a diet break and a diet refeed and how might they help make a diet easier or more effective? What should a refeed look like in terms of macronutrients and why is it very different from a cheat day? What changes happen to resting metabolic rate and different hormones after an refeed? What did Jackson's study, the ICECAP trial, look like and what observations has Jackson made so far?

Amaeze is a Registered Nutritionist (ANutr) with a Masters degree in Clinical Nutrition, Diploma in Counselling and is the founder of the health consultancy Life’s Recipe. With a background in product development Ameze now works in both the private and public sectors with individuals and groups to cultivate a sustainable, healthy relationship with food to improve health outcomes. Her passion for inclusive wellness and nutrition led her to start the @wellness_in_colour on Instagram – a community dedicated to supporting Black and Ethnic people. Amaeze's Instagram Life's Recipe Website Wellness In Colour Instagram In this episode we cover: An intro to the fun involved in growing your own vegetables Amaeze's career path in nutrition and role in promoting an understanding of diversity in health care How a Euro-centric model of nutrition doesn't take into account the food traditions of minority groups Why is one, single message or set of guidelines not sufficient for a diverse population. The importance of continued education and professional development in nutrition to help us understand and cater to diversity The palm oil example of how a culinary staple for a minority group can be incorrectly demonised by a majority group when taken out of context Health inequalities amongst black and ethnic minorities (BAEM) and their relation to nutrition How nutrition messages need to be tailored to the specific needs of minorities in order to reduce the inequalities Unconscious bias and the power distance index and how they affect health care amongst black and ethnic minority groups The many other barriers to improving health care and nutrition support to BAEM groups Why learning more about other diet-traditions is as important as learning to tailor a diet to individual needs How to navigate conversations around diversity with nutrition professionals The lack of diversity in the nutrition field and how it may deter some people from BAEM backgrounds from moving into the field Why BAEM groups may feel unrepresented and therefore discouraged when looking for nutrition help The importance of having these conversations about diversity

Dr Gabrielle Fundaro CISSN,CHC, holds a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech and is is a former Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Georgia Gwinnett College. She is also a Renaissance Periodization coach, an ISSN-certified sport nutritionist, and an ACE-certified health coach. Gabrielle has a particular interest in combining her knowledge of nutrition and motivational interviewing techniques to promote intrinsic motivation and behavior change in clients to facilitate long-term weight management and healthy lifestyles. Gabrielle's Instagram Gabrielle's Website Bridging the Gap series on behaviour change In this episode we cover: What is diet culture and what is the anti-diet movement? What are some of the main negative points of "diet culture"? How has the fitness/nutrition industry contributed to a globally skewed body ideal and focus on weight-loss Some of the main tenets of the anti-diet movement The danger of forming an opinion on either movement, based on the extremist voices coming from either What's the difference between the anti-diet movement and the Health At Every Size movement The dangers of weight stigma and forming opinions on people's health based solely on their body weight What are "weight neutral" approaches to lifestyle change? The importance of thinking holistically when implementing lifestyle change and understanding the risks of dieting for weight loss Is weight loss as an outcome the right goal or should we focus on behaviour changes instead? The benefits of not subscribing to any particular diet philosophy and the importance of being aware of our "diet" biases What are the common principles shared by HAES, anti-diet and those who use weight-loss inclusive approaches?

Jenny Rosborough (RNutr) is Head of Nutrition at Jamie Oliver and is Registered with the Association for Nutrition. Jenny works across the Jamie Oliver Group to implement nutrition standards and is particularly passionate about improving the food environment through policy change. She is part of the Expert Advisory Group for Bite Back 2030, a youth-led movement calling for a food system that puts children's health first. Jenny was previously Campaign Manager at Action on Sugar and developed MEND (child weight management) programmes, upskilling health professionals internationally to deliver these. She has an MSc in Nutrition from Kings College London and a BA in English and Sports Science from Loughborough University. Jenny's Instagram Jenny's Website NOTE: THERE WAS A SLIGHT ISSUE WITH MY AUDIO NEAR AT THE START OF THE PODCAST. THIS ONLY LASTS FOR A FEW MINUTES BUT I APOLOGISE FOR THE POOR QUALITY. In this episode we cover: Jenny's background in nutrition and her experience in behaviour change programs and food policy The importance of understanding people's background and barriers when working in food policy change Learning that not everyone's situation is the same and how that greatly affects food choices What is the food environment and how does it affect nutrition How the food industry shapes our palate and therefore our food decisions The reasons ultraprocessed foods are so commonly marketed The triple challenge of undernourishment, hidden hunger and obesity Why government food policies are needed to level the economic playing field for industry so they will comply with changes The success of the "Sugar-Tax" in the UK and how it has reduced sugar intake from soft drinks Is there a backlash from people who don't want a nanny state changing their favourite foods? How industry reformulations due to new government policies have reduced sugar and salt intake without needing the consumers to make any changes. The role of marketing in influencing people's food decisions The incredible complexity of societal, economic, psychological and biological factors that go into food choice The dissonance between the foods/diets promoted on social media and what some people actually have access to The reality of food insecurity during lockdown and how it is very unequally experienced by different socioeconomic groups What is holiday hunger experienced by some children when they aren't in school What are some of the most important issues that the government needs to deal with regarding food policy Why systemic changes are just as important as public education/awareness campaigns

A slightly different podcast this week as I'm the guest. I was honoured to speak with Astrid Naranjo, otherwise known as the Antidiet_dietitian. We spoke about my PhD research into sarcopenia, sarcopenic obesity, body fat distribution and metabolic health and Astrid was good enough to allow me to share it as a podcast. Astrid is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) originally from Venezuela but now practicing in Southport Private Hospital, Australia. Astrid has a masters degree in Nutrition and Dietetic Practice from Bond University, Gold Coast. Astrid's Instagram Astrid's Twitter In this episode we cover: What is sarcopenia and when does it start? What causes muscle loss as we age? What is anabolic resistance and why do we need more protein as we age? What is the relationship between muscle loss and conditions like heart disease, diabetes and osteoporosis? How can sarcopenia lead to an increase in body fat? Why is sarcopenic obesity such a major public health issue? How much muscle can people lose from their 20s to their 80s? Why is the loss of muscle strength even more important? How can menopause affect muscle loss in women? Why does fat distribution change in women after menopause and how does it affect health? What role can HRT play in metabolic health? What is inflammation, what is its role in disease and why the term used too frequently in popular media? What can lead to chronic, low-grade inflammation? How we store fat, fat cells and its role inflammation. What is dysregulated fat tissue and how can it lead to diabetes and heart disease? Are all people with a normal body weight healthy and are all people with obesity unhealthy? What is metabolic healthy obesity and is it common? Why can some people with normal body weight be metabolically unhealthy? What is visceral fat? The importance of lifestyle change for improving metabolic health What are some of the exercise options for people (especially those with mobility problems) to improve their metabolic health? Should we argue about whether cardio or resistance exercise is better? The importance of finding a type of exercise that you love My research into how COVID-19 lockdown may affect food and physical activity and its effects on sarcopenia

Artin is a licensed medical doctor and family medicine resident in Sweden as well as being a PhD candidate in the field of primary care at Lund University. On top of that he is co-founder of the brand EBT: Evidence Based Training, which is dedicated to making wellness science simple and understandable. Artin's Instagram EBT Official Instagram EBT Website EBT Diet Guide Self Determination Theory Website Big Five Personality Test In this episode we cover: Artin's work as a medical doctor, his PhD research in Primary Care His company, Evidence Based Training and it's goal to promote evidence based training and nutrition information The importance of knowing WHY people do what they do and how it applies to medicine, nutrition and fitness Self determination theory and how it relates to people's motivation The 3 factors necessary to motivate people to make specific behaviours happen What are intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how to they apply to our behaviours How to leverage intrinsic and extrinsic motivation to help form new habits What are some options to help maintain motivation when progress plateaus Why is "autonomy" so important in changing behaviours and how can coaches apply it with their clients The main different personality types/components Do people's personalities affect the ways that a coach should work to help motivate them The importance of relatedness or letting a client know that you care about their progress Why knowing you're own personality type can help you better interact with and help others Are there any differences in giving advice as a doctor and giving advice as a coach The importance of being a good listener and allowing a client to speak their piece Some resources for people to learn more about self determination theory and personality traits

Dr Jake Linardon is a Research Fellow at Deakin University, Australia. His research involves evaluating a broad range of treatment approaches for eating disorders, with a keen interest in understanding how we can use innovative technology to better reach those in need. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed papers, is on the editorial board for the International Journal of Eating Disorders and Body Image, and is the founder of Break Binge Eating. Break Binge Eating Instagram Break Binge Eating Website ebook: 5 Proven Steps To Break The Binge Eating Cycle In this episode we cover: Jake's research into eating disorders and his prolific research output How Jake's observations of the effects of physique ideals on eating and exercise behaviour led to his research interest What are some of the most common eating disorders and how are they diagnosed? The role of over-evaluating body shape and weight as a common root in the development of eating disorders Is there merit to treating all eating disorders in a similar fashion due to their common root cause? Why treating surface symptoms of eating disorders without dealing with the deeper issue results in a much greater risk of relapse What are some of the most commonly used treatments for eating disorders? The importance of real-time recording of binge eating episodes How effective are the commonly used eating disorder therapies? Are there certain types of people that are more likely to recover with treatment? How likely is it that someone who has "recovered" from an eating disorder may still be suffering the underlying issues? How might the COVID-19 pandemic affect people suffering from eating disorders? The role alcohol can play in binge eating What type of dietary patterns are related to the development of eating disorders? What is the difference between rigid and flexible dietary restraint? Is "flexible dieting" as it's commonly interpreted a type of flexible or rigid restraint? Where does intuitive eating fit in with flexible and rigid dietary restraint? Is there evidence for the use of intuitive eating in the treatment of eating disorders? Jake's free E-book to help people suffering with binge eating How can people in the fitness/nutrition industry ensure they aren't promoting disordered eating?

Dr Louise Newson is a GP and menopause specialist with an Advanced Menopause Specialist certificate with FSRH and the BMS. She feels passionately about improving education about the perimenopause and menopause and also improving awareness of safe prescribing of HRT to healthcare professionals. She has written many articles and editorials and in 2019 launched her first book, Menopause Manual with Haynes Publishing, which went on to be an Amazon bestseller. Louise has lectured extensively at numerous meetings (including the RCGP annual meeting) on the topic of menopause. She has been a director for Primary Care Women’s Health Forum and an editor for the British Journal of Family Medicine. She is the director of Newson Health Ltd and has also set up a not-for-profit company – Newson Health Research and Education – and is involved in research with colleagues in Warwick University, London School of Tropical Medicine and also Kings College London. Louise's Instagram Louise's Website: Menopause Doctor In this episode we cover: Dr Newson's career path to becoming a menopause specialist What exactly is the menopause and how is it diagnosed What are some of the commonly known and not-so-commonly known symptoms of menopause Why every case of menopause can be different The relationship between menopause and heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, dementia and obesity Why misdiagnosis of menopause is so common (memory problems, chronic fatigue, depression, urinary health issues etc) What are hot flashes and night sweats and why their effects can be so serious. How long can menopause last in some women? How can menopause affect a woman's sex life and why is it still taboo for many women? Why does a woman's body shape change around menopause and why is weight gain common? How sleep disturbances around menopause can contribute to weight gain. Why are women so poorly informed about the symptoms of menopause and why is change needed in the medical field. What is Hormone Replacement Therapy and how can it help with the symptoms of menopause. The importance of speaking with a menopause specialist when seeking guidance on HRT Why is there so much misinformation about the risks of HRT (The Women's Health Initiative) Is HRT natural and does it even matter?

Maeve is a Registered Dietitian with a background in clinical nutrition, having worked in the NHS as a General Dietitian, a Stroke Specialist Dietitian and a Paediatric Specialist Dietitian. She is also an experienced Health Writer writing for such sites at the Food Medic Maeve is also the founder of Dietetically Speaking - a nutrition communication and consultancy company which promotes accessible, no-nonsense messages about nutrition. Maeve's Instagram (Dietetically Speaking) Maeve's Website (Dietetically Speaking Maeve's Nutri Nonsense Detection Kit Nutrimote Website The Nutrimote Facebook Group Maeve's Book "Your No-Nonsense Guide to Eating Well" In this episode we cover: Maeve's background as a stroke and pediatric dietitian in the NHS and her transition to working online and as a health writer Maeve's recent focus on eating disorders and intuitive eating The importance of psychology in helping people with eating disorders or improving their relationship with food Some of the strategies used to help people suffering from eating disorders Maeve's thoughts on the huge amount of nutrition misinformation found on social media and the internet Maeve's tips for ensuring you're following the right nutrition accounts (her nutribollocks detection kit) The danger of black and white thinking in nutrition and why it's so common Using social media to help spread good nutritional messages An explanation of intuitive eating and the steps involved The challenges dietitian's can experience when transitioning to working online/telehealth The importance of sharing good quality content on social media to build your presence Maeve's company Nutrimote: a hub for online nutrition professionals and all the resources available to help them build their business online Some ideas about how to stay updated on nutrition science Maeve's nutrition book and how her philosophy for healthy eating

Dr. Campbell is a Professor of Exercise Science at the University of South Florida. He received his Ph.D. in Exercise, Nutrition, and Preventive Health at Baylor University. As a researcher and author, Dr. Campbell has published nearly 200 scientific papers and abstracts (in academic journals) related to physique enhancement and sports nutrition. In addition, he is a litigation consultant/expert witness related to dietary supplementation. Dr. Campbell is also the Director of the Performance & Physique Enhancement Laboratory at USF where his research is focused on helping people optimize their physiques within a maintainable lifestyle. Dr. Campbell is a fellow of the International Society of Sports Nutrition where he also recently served as the organization’s President and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength & Conditioning Association. Dr Campbell's Instagram In this episode we cover: Bill's love for bodybuilding and how it lead to him pursuing a career in the the science of physique change. Bill's laboratory, the Physique Lab and their focus on exercise performance and physique science, resistance exercise and diet. Bill's philosophy around the importance of making fat loss protocols sustainable. The work of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the importance of the ISSN position stands for people wanting to learn more about sports nutrition. The important difference between weight loss and fat loss Why approaches to weight loss may be different for someone with obesity and those trying to lose weight for a physique competition. The very novel competition Dr Campbell ran for his Masters students, to get them to design a rapid fat loss protocol. The issues associated with "rapid" fat" fat-loss techniques and how diet-breaks can help alleviate some of those problems Can diet-breaks help maintain muscle mass and metabolic rate as well as improving overall fat-loss? What specific diet-break strategies has Bill looked at in his research? Why using diet breaks might make weight loss more realistic in a real life scenario. Why do women make much better research subjects than men? Can dieting aggressively at the start of the diet be better than a longer but less strict diet? The difference between intent-to-treat and per-protocol analysis in research and why it matters to diet research The All-Star panel of judges Bill had judging his students fat-loss protocols What areas of physique science does Bill want to delve into in the future: what's so special about high protein diets?