

Happy Habit Podcast
Mathieu Norry
A motivational exploration of all things health, science and wellbeing with presenter and biochemistry graduate Mathieu Norry. We look at psychology, philosophy, neuroscience and human biology amongst other subjects. New episodes are published every Monday and Thursday.
Music credit goes to Purple Planet Music
www.happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com
Music credit goes to Purple Planet Music
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Oct 31, 2024 • 53min
#458 - The SURPRISING activity that can help fight Parkinsons disease - Dr Giselle Petzinger
Dr Giselle Petzinger is a neurologist with a special interest in Parkinsons disease, which is a disease more and more people are being diagnosed with.
She is particularly interested in how to manage this condition. We discuss how this condition manifests and how it progresses.
We talk about the brains love of change and its need constantly adapt to new or novel experiences.
We explore the efficacy of brain training exercises and the value of movement.
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Oct 28, 2024 • 48min
# 457 - Why Exercise WONT work for WEIGHTLOSS - Dr Susan Wolver
Dr. Susan Wolver is a specialist in internal medicine who leads the Medical Weight Loss Program at VCU Health. She focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to obesity management, using tools like low-carb diets, medications, and behavioral changes to help patients regain their health.
Her clinic has a strong emphasis on reversing obesity-related conditions, such as diabetes, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure, often reducing or eliminating the need for medications. Dr Wolver is mentored by Dr Eric Westman of www.adaptyourlifeacademy.com
In this episode we discuss whether exercise works for weightloss, we ask if obesity is curable.
We talk about GLP1 agonist weightloss drugs like Ozempic.
We explore the benefits of a low carb diet as far as wightloss and health management are concerned, plus we examine the long term sustainability of of a low carb diet.
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Oct 24, 2024 • 33min
# 456 - The standard American diet is the WORST in history - Dr Andreas Eenfeldt
Dr Eenfeldt's book : https://amzn.to/3Ad8jDL
Dr Westman's book : https://amzn.to/4fcFRAO
Dt Ted Naiman's book : https://amzn.to/4fgTy1w
In the last year I have spoken to many diet doctors so I think its about time to speak with the original 'diet doctor' , the founder of the number 1 low carb and keto diet website in the world www.dietdoctor.com Dr Andreas Eenfeldt.
We talk about the link between high carb diets and metabolic dysfunction.
We hear about the benefits of intermittent fasting and combining it with a ketogenic diet which the well known Dr Eric Westman is a huge proponent of.
Dr Eenfeldt also tells me about the Hava app that he and Dr Ted Naiman have been working on to help people reach their nutrition goals.
https://www.hava.co/
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Oct 21, 2024 • 33min
# 455 - 1 in 4 have Fatty liver disease, are you among them? - Prof Jacob George
this episode I speak with Liver expert Hepatologist Prof Jacob George who tells me about the shocking prevalence of FATTY LIVER DISEASE across the word.
1.7 billion poeple have this condition, and most people dont even know they have it and that its slowly causing them harm.
We discuss its symptoms and why both slim and overweight people are affected by it.
Plus we discuss the simple solutions and steps you can take right now to reverse fatty liver dsease for good.
Useful links : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37695493/
A book recommendation from Prof George : https://amzn.to/3BRs1FG
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Oct 17, 2024 • 32min
# 454 - Why everyone should be taking CREATINE - Dr Richard Kreider
Prof Kreider's book : https://amzn.to/3YmiIWZ
In this episode I speak with Prof Richard Kreider who is an expert in sports and exercise nutrition.
We hear what macros we should be consuming and in what amounts when we are maintaining an active lifetsyle.
How much much protein we should be consuming and when?
We talk about protein powders and energy drinks. Plus we hear about the efficacy of creatine for active people looking to build or maintain muscle mass and how creatine is now being used in clinical settings to help all kinds of patients.
www.creatineforhealth.com
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcast
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Oct 14, 2024 • 41min
# 453 - How to tone up and lose weight simultaneously - Dr Scott Stevenson
I speak with scientist and weightlifting expert Dr Scott Stevenson about whether you can in fact tone up while burning fat.We explore whether supplements are necessary.Hear what steps to take if you want to tone up and lose weight especially as you age.
Dr Stevenson's book - https://amzn.to/3U0sZW9IInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/fortitude_training
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Oct 10, 2024 • 27min
# 452 - The benefits of protein and coffee - Dr Lonnie Lowery
I speak with research scientist Dr Lonnie Lowery about how you can supercharge your fitness journey by ingesting more protein especially as we age, and adding some caffeine to your daily regimen.
We explore the value of resistance training, and why we must consume fats even when we are looking to lose weight and lots more.
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Oct 7, 2024 • 30min
# 451 - How diet can help those with epilepsy - Dr Eric Kossoff
Professor Eric Kossoff is a neurologist specialising in the treatment of epilepsy. In this episode we define what epilesy is, who suffers from it, what the symptoms are and how a ketogenic diet can help epilespy patients.
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcast
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Oct 3, 2024 • 34min
# 450 - Is VAPING safer than smoking ? The truth. - Prof Jacob George
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Professor Jacob George is a Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Dundee and a Consultant Physician specializing in high cardiovascular risk. A European Hypertension Specialist, he leads NHS Tayside’s Cardiovascular Risk Service. His research on risk factors like left ventricular hypertrophy and smoking has gained global media attention. He also plays a key role in UK medicines governance, chairing national committees and advising internationally on clinical trials and drug access.
In this episode we talk about the dangers of vaping as compared to smoking, both in young people and in adults. We talk of the physiologica implications on the cardiovascular system and the lungs.
https://www.bhf.org.uk/what-we-do/our-research/impact-of-clinical-trials/vesuvius-trial
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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Sep 30, 2024 • 50min
# 449 - Signs you have insulin resistance - Dr Keith Runyan
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In this episode I talk with Dr Keith Runyan about the symptoms and how to reverse insulin resistance, which is a major contibutor to our suffering from metabolic illnesses like diabetes, atherosclerosis, obesity and more.
We talk about the importance of diet and how it is crucial to monitor insulin levels, because your blood glucose level could be normal and yet you could still have insulin resistance.
Dr Runyan is himself a type 1 diabetic and tells me how he manages his condition through simple dietary changes which anyone can follow to improve their health.
The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JW
Weightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZ
The health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872EC
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :
Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcast
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8
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