Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition

Dr. Suks Minhas, a urologist and men's health expert, dives into testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and its complexities. He discusses who truly benefits from TRT and the critical importance of fertility planning. The podcast highlights the difference between primary and secondary hypogonadism and the need for thorough testing. Dr. Minhas warns about TRT's impact on sperm production and explores alternatives like clomiphene for those concerned about fertility. He also examines how age and fatherhood may influence testosterone levels, alongside societal pressures surrounding TRT.

In this installment, neuroscientist TJ Power, who developed the DOSE model for understanding brain chemistry, discusses how our phone habits are reshaping our dopamine levels. He reveals that the average person picks up their phone 175 times a day, leading to motivation depletion. TJ contrasts dopamine with oxytocin, highlighting the emotional toll of digital connection. He offers practical strategies to regain focus and well-being, including morning habits and the importance of reducing screen time for deeper connections.

Hazel Wallace, a nutritionist and women's health expert, dives into the complexities of menstrual health. She discusses cultural and emotional influences on PMS and shares personal insights about early period experiences filled with shame. Listeners learn what constitutes a normal period and identify green flags for health, as well as alarming red flags. Hazel also offers practical strategies for managing pain, emphasizing the benefits of gentle movement and yoga to ease cramps. This conversation empowers women to better understand their bodies.

Dr. Andy Galpin, an exercise scientist and performance coach, shares his insights on achieving health goals effectively. He introduces the 'brake vs accelerator' metaphor, emphasizing the importance of identifying the single habit that holds you back. Discussing his experience with elite athletes and everyday clients, Andy advocates for focused action on your worst health habit, whether it’s sleep or nutrition. He highlights the value of setting realistic goals over short and long terms to streamline health improvements and reduce overwhelm.

In this engaging discussion, Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google [X] and founder of EMMA, unveils his innovative AI designed to tackle loneliness and enhance human connections. He dives into the alarming statistics behind modern relationship failures and proposes EMMA’s unique approach to matching based on compatibility rather than superficial traits. Mo also emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and empathy in forming lasting relationships, while sharing personal insights from his own journey in love.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Rupy Aujla, a medical doctor and nutrition expert, delves into NAD+ and NMN's role in longevity. He highlights the gap between promising animal studies and human evidence, urging a cautious approach. Rupy compares the effectiveness of oral supplements versus IV drips, questioning their nutrient delivery. He advocates for exercise and mental health over supplements for mitochondrial support. The conversation also explores potential cancer risks linked to excessive NAD+ and the dangers of high-dose nutrients disrupting balance.

Dr. Stacy Sims dives into how female hormones influence metabolism and recovery. She explains why progesterone temporarily increases insulin resistance post-ovulation. Continuous glucose monitors often misinterpret data for women, leading to confusion. Sims highlights the importance of focusing on long-term glucose trends rather than immediate spikes. Wearable trackers can cause unnecessary stress and may negatively impact performance. A historical lack of female research means many algorithms are based on male data, leaving women's unique physiology overlooked.

Dr. Andy Galpin, a renowned human performance scientist, discusses his inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a leading academic. He emphasizes the importance of 'performance anchors' for optimizing health and performance. Forget the latest fads—consistency, sleep, and managing stress are key. Explore the realities behind hydrogen water and the true effectiveness of cold plunges versus saunas. Andy also shares actionable daily habits to boost recovery and energy, while revealing how modern society is affecting our sleep quality.

In this enlightening discussion, Rupy Aujla, a physician and nutrition expert, explores the complexities of inflammation. He explains how chronic inflammation can lead to various health issues and emphasizes the importance of diet. Listeners discover the power of anti-inflammatory foods, including herbs like turmeric and oregano, healthy fats, and colorful produce. Rupy highlights the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and shares daily habits to combat inflammation effectively. Get ready for actionable insights to boost your well-being!

Are your supplements actually helping you, or just draining your wallet? In this episode, Dr. Stacy Sims breaks down the truth about three of the most popular supplements women buy: collagen, magnesium, and creatine.You’ll learn which type of collagen (if any) really supports joint health, why most collagen powders don’t count toward your daily protein, and the surprising reason women should be cautious with “vegan collagen.” Dr. Sims also explains which form of magnesium actually improves sleep and muscle relaxation — and why so many products don’t deliver results. Finally, she reveals why creatine is one of the most powerful yet overlooked supplements for women, especially in perimenopause, supporting energy, mood, gut health, and performance.Dr. Stacy SimsListen to the full episode⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the full episode on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠***This episode is sponsored by: NOWATCH: Health tracking reimaginedKnow your body, trust yourself.15% off with code LWBW15 at nowatch.com***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:Dr. Stacy Sims EXPOSES the Myths Hurting Women's Health | Fasting, Protein & Exercisehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1uksGzoick***Sign up to Sarah’s Compassionate Cure newsletter: Science Simplified, Health Humanised. Join thousands in exploring actionable insights that prioritise compassion, clarity, and real-life impact. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠***Let’s be friends!📷 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / sarahannmacklin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📹 Subscribe:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   / @livewellbewellsarah  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🐦 Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / sarahannmacklin  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📱 TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / sarahannnutrition  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠