Andrew Bicknell

In this engaging discussion, guests Sadaf Farooqi, a metabolism expert from Cambridge, Rebecca Reynolds, a metabolic medicine specialist from Edinburgh, and Andrew Bicknell, a biological sciences associate professor from Reading, delve into the fascinating world of hormones. They explore over 80 types of hormones that regulate everything from metabolism to stress responses. The conversation highlights how these chemical messengers influence pregnancy, mood swings during puberty and menopause, and even our fight-or-flight reactions, revealing the profound impact of hormones on our daily lives.