Series 4 is ending on a high with this really interesting and thought-provoking conversation with neuroscientist, Dr Miguel Toribio-Mateas. Through his understanding of the brain, he's able to explain clearly and with compassion how we can - quite unwittingly - programme our brains into thinking we're reacting to specific foods that we deem to be 'bad'. Not only that, how our brains can control the way we absorb and use the food we eat for energy and fat storage. Understanding this is...

This episode is a must-listen for anyone on a restrictive diet, who feels fed up and at a loss as to what to do about it. In this episode, baker Vanessa Kimbell shares the story of her love affair with baking, alongside the health challenges she faced following years of multiple rounds of antibiotics, which led to her becoming sensitive to her favourite food: Bread. Vanessa's quest to recover the health of her gut microbiome and tolerate food again spurred her mission to understand bread on a...

Dr Surina Sehgal is a dentist on a mission to help people prevent issues with dental health, as she understands the impact of the oral microbiome on the whole body. In this episode, I quiz Surina on the best ways to support good oral health, why it's so important, and practical measures we can take for ourselves, including diet and what dental products we should consider, including toothpaste. It was fascinating learning from Surina, and I hope you find this episode helpful.   Nicola:...

In today's episode, we hear from Clemmie Oliver, a nutritional therapist specialising in IBD. We cover the differences between IBD and IBS, what to look out for and how to get your gut health assessed. This episode is also packed with really useful, practical information about the positive changes we can make to diet to bring about relief from symptoms, and live a more comfortable life if you've been diagnosed with an inflammatory bowel condition.   www.nicola-moore.com     Short Bio: ...

Today's conversation is with Zoe Blaskey of the Motherkind podcast. As a self-declared 'recovering perfectionist' and transformational coach, I thought she would be the ideal person to speak to about perfectionism, a trait that I see so frequently in the clinic with the clients I work with. While perfectionism has its benefits, it can be a real blocking factor in improving relationships with food, or just getting started on a path to better health, even if both outcomes are really desired! I...

In this episode, I chat with friend and colleague Olga Bonde about how many of us pick up a range of limiting beliefs about food, and how we should live and take care of ourselves, throughout our lives. Is it correct that we label some foods 'good' while others are 'bad'? Does food need to be earned somehow, in order to be enjoyed? Are these limiting beliefs really serving us? Olga presents a new way to view things, and we cover a range of practical suggestions to step into a new way of...

In this episode I talk to Emma Beswick from LifecodeGx about some of the genetic links that might impact those of us with long COVID, We discuss how the genes involved in our stress response and oestrogen production that may well impact on our ability to recover from viral infection. And, Importantly, she covers the actionable steps that can be taken to support these pathways. www.nicola-moore.com www.lifecodegx.com

In this episode I talk to Nicki Williams about all things hormones, from oestrogen and progesterone through to thyroid and insulin. We also cover the subject of HRT, as Nicki has plenty to say about this. At my clinic we offer testing support for women who are interested in understanding more about their hormone levels, and importantly hormone metabolites, and this is also covered in this episode. www.nicola-moore.com www.happyhormonesforlife.com

In this episode Sandra Greenbank shares positive and practical information and advice about ways in which we can optimise fertility. I hope this episode brings information, support, joy and optimism to anyone who is interested in this really, really important subject. www.nicola-moore.com www.sandragreenbank.com

In this episode I speak to Virginia Blake about thyroid health. We cover the basics of the thyroid gland, how it functions, and its role in the body. We look at what can go wrong with the thyroid, the importance of thorough testing. Virginia shines a light on some of the symptoms that can be linked to a thyroid disorder, that aren’t always recognised. We also cover some of the lesser known considerations when it comes to Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune condition affecting the...

In this episode I chat to Bethan Higson, founder of Mother Root about the emotional connection so many of us recognise when it comes to drinking, and how to harness the joyful in a practical way, rather than using drink as a crutch or coping mechanism. As the sponsor of this series of Healthily, Bethan has offered all a 15% discount to Healthily listeners. Simply use the code HEALTHILY15 at checkout when ordering via her website: www.motherroot.london. www.nicola-moore.com

Should we be fasting, and if so, what’s the ‘best’ way to do it? What are the benefits and risks? Does more equal better? In this episode I speak to Jeannette Hyde about all things fasting. We discuss her findings from the wealth of research she did when writing her book, The 10 Hour Diet, and what we need to know about the role of fasting on health and weight management. www.nicola-moore.com www.jeannettehyde.com Sponsored by Mother Root

In this episode I talk to Paula Werrett about reflux. We discuss the impact of small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and cover useful information on how the gallbladder, vagus nerve, hormones and stress influence symptoms. Plus, practical detail on the role diet can play in the management of reflux, including dietary regimes such as the low FODMAP diet (benefits and drawbacks), and foods to support good digestive health. Nicola: www.nicola-moore.com Paula: www.thenutritionlink.co.uk

What is histamine, why can too much make us feel unwell, and what can we do about it? In this episode we cover low-histamine diets & underlying causes for high histamine. Caroline offers an alternative perspective that fits with my own philosophy of avoiding restrictive diets wherever possible, so I was delighted to be able to capture this conversation to share with you. Episode sponsored by Mother Root www.motherroot.london Caroline: www.eatdrinklivewell.com Nicola: www.nicola-moore.com

In this episode I’m the one doing the talking, as journalist Gemma Evans asks me about my work. Gemma was keen to find out how I approach working with clients to help them make positive changes to their diet in a way that cements lasting change, rather than a short-term diets. We cover cultural expectation, emotional eating, issues with dietary restriction, why hormones and our cycle should factor into things, and most importantly, why we should forget perfection and find balance....

In this episode I speak to Hannah Thomas, a talented chef, forager, fermenter and all round foodie hero of mine. We discuss fermented foods, the chemistry of which is so interesting. We were also able to weave some festive cheer into our conversation too, seeing as we’re so close to Christmas! Hannah shares some lovely ideas for brining a creative and tasty spin to your Christmas veggies, and we very happily discuss chocolate too! www.nicola-moore.com

In today’s conversation, I talk to psychotherapist Lee Pycroft about ways in which we can cultivate good mental health, because sometimes understanding a little more about what we need as humans to be emotionally healthy can have a profound impact on how we move through difficult times. www.nicola-moore.com

Immunity has been a very hot topic this year. However, it goes beyond what we are living through at the moment. Our immune systems hold the key to good physical and emotional health over the long-term; it’s essential to longevity. This episode with Dr Macciochi shares how little things we do each day can build good immune 'fitness', which will ultimately serve us well if we do find ourselves faced with an infection or similar. www.nicola-moore.com

In this episode I have the privilege of chatting to award winning aesthetician, author, skincare & wellbeing expert Abigail James about ways to love your skin. We cover a range issues including acne, and how to keep skin looking youthful as we travel through middle age and beyond! So many factors can affect the way our skin looks but there are plenty of practical things we can do to bring vibrancy, life and happiness to our skin here and now, and Abigail conveys this...

As we continue to navigate through this ever-evolving global pandemic, one thing is certain: There is no clear end in sight yet. Amongst all the changes in how we live, have we thought about how this is affecting our daily routines, habits and rituals? Has there been a cost to you with how you now eat, drink and be as a result? In this conversation with Jo Majithia we unpick some of what we’re seeing in clinic these days, and discuss simple strategies to help you get back on track....

This conversation with Debbie Cotton (who shares my passion for microbiomes) is one I’ve been very much looking forward to sharing with you. The microbes in our mouth have amazing links with the health of the rest our body, including physical and emotional wellbeing. In this episode we cover dental health and much more. As always there are lots of useful, practical take-away tips in order for you to get the best out of your oral microbiome. www.nicola-moore.com

In this episode I chat to Dr Venita Patel, an NHS community paediatrician and private practice nutritional therapist. She describes an approach to working with children that is calm, practical and kind to both children and those who love and care for them. We cover maternal health, feeding babies and weaning before moving onto discussing the adolescent brain, eating behaviours, body image and more. www.nicola-moore.com Instagram @nicolamoorenutrition

In this episode I chat to genetics expert Emma Beswick about how foods affect our genes and how, in return, genetic variations affect the way we react to nutrients in foods. We cover their influence on the day-to-day of who we are and how we function, including our hormones, brain chemistry and immune system. It’s a must for anyone who loves going that little bit deeper into things, and it’s a great way to showcase how stunning the human body is! www.nicola-moore.com www.lifecodegx.com

In this episode I am in conversation with forager and food lover Belinda Blake, as we discuss the wild food around us, and how it can be used in the simplest of ways to produce teas, oils and syrups as traditional healing remedies. Plants offer such an amazing array of botanical compounds and nutrients to support health, and this is a must for anyone who is keen to engage with food in a more exciting and experimental level. www.nicola-moore.com www.eatyourselffab.wordpress.com