The 6 foundations of health, healing, and cycle syncing
Oct 25, 2022
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Quick takeaways
Sleep is foundational for good health.
Understanding cravings involves science and psychology.
Cycle syncing may optimize well-being according to the menstrual cycle.
Deep dives
Welly Health Promotion and Wellness Insights
Welly Health introduces over-the-counter medicines and drug-free supplements to aid in cold, allergies, and pain relief. The company focuses on trusted, science-backed ingredients to deliver effective relief and promote well-being.
Wellness Unpacked Podcast Introduction
Host Ella Mills introduces "Wellness Unpacked," a podcast series aiming to explore the complexities of wellness. Through expert guests sharing three pieces of advice for a healthier life, the show promotes progress over perfection, focusing on sustainable changes and debunking health trends.
Nutritionist Rahini's Journey and Lifestyle Medicine
Nutritionist Rahini shares her personal health journey with PCOS and emphasizes the benefits of lifestyle medicine. Combining nutrition expertise with personal experience, Rahini advocates for a holistic approach to health focusing on lifestyle changes for long-term well-being.
Essential Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine
Dr. Gemma Newman discusses lifestyle medicine's vital pillars, including nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and community support. Emphasizing the interconnectedness of these factors, lifestyle medicine aims to empower individuals to make sustainable health improvements.
Cycle Syncing in Nutrition and Exercise
Cycle syncing proposes tailoring diet and exercise based on menstrual cycle stages. While lacking concrete scientific evidence, the concept suggests adjusting nutrition and physical activities to correspond with hormonal fluctuations throughout the cycle. It aims to optimize performance and well-being by aligning lifestyle choices with the body's natural rhythms.
This week I’m joined by nutritionist and lifestyle medicine practitioner, Rohini Bajekal. Having experienced her own period of ill health, Rohini is passionate about empowering everyone to take charge of their health.
We discuss:
Both of our experience of chronic illness
Why sleep is the foundation of health
The science of lifestyle medicine
The science of cravings
How to get started on a health journey
Improving gut health
The impact of our current food environment
Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at cycle syncing.
