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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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...

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 linkedThe difference between core happiness and junk happinessThe importance of alignment, contentment and controlThe want-brainWhy success isn’t the source of...

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 emotionsThe stress and loneliness epidemic Why we don’t practice emotional self-regulation in modern societyAlleviating stress,...

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 problemWhy we need to stop task switchingThe impact of being chronically distracted on our brain powerWhy sleep and diet are critical...

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 athletesHow a plant-based diet can support athletic performanceIs soya harmful or beneficial?The performance-enhancing effect of caffeinePre-workout meals and snacksWhy fasted training might not be healthyHow to build a balanced meal to optimise trainingPost-exercise hydration and nutritionThe relationship...

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 sleepWhy we should strive for regularityHow sufficient exposure to natural light during the day helps us sleep better at nightWhy blue light inhibits sleepDaily habits that promote our drive for sleep and quality of sleepWhy consistency is the key to better sleep Guy...

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 levelsHow social media manipulates our brain’s dopamine systemThe consequence of the manipulation of our dopamine systemPractical steps for establishing a healthy relationship with our phoneThe 3 components of true funWhy true fun is...

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 asleepThe nervous system and sleepHow to manage everyday stress to sleep betterChronic stress and sleepHow sleep helps us to manage stressSmall, daily habits for better quality sleepThe power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...

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 levelHow stress affects our overall healthWhat chronic stress is, and why it’s detrimental to our health and wellbeingHow what we eat contributes to physiological stressThe relationship between stress and caffeine, sugar, and alcoholThe link between stress and appetiteWhat to...

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 sleepWhy a healthy diet supports better sleepThe impact of caffeine, sugar, and alcohol on sleepWhy when we eat affects sleepHow sleep influences our appetiteThe importance of focusing on a healthy, balanced diet over...

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 workThe importance of self-awarenessThe power of self-compassion and how to cultivate itHow to build self-confidenceWhy failure is a necessary part of learning and improvingHow to respond to low mood and anxietyThe foundations of good mental health How to build a meaningful life Julie Smith: ‘Why Has Nobody Told Me This...

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 healthHow long we should be sleeping forHow sleep supports our immunity, and the health of our heart and brainSleep cyclesThe 2 drivers of sleepThe importance of regularityHow sleep is the bedrock for all aspects of our health Guy Meadows: ‘The Sleep Book: How to Sleep Well Every...

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 microbiomeIs it nature or nurture that determines the health of our gut?The link between the gut microbiome and the immune systemWhy diet has a major role in how our immune system...

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 slowlyAim for 30...

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...

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 proteinsIncluding sufficient B vitamins, vitamin D and...

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...