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

World-leading guru on menstrual health Dr Mindy Pelz sheds light on the importance of finding your natural rhythm, tracking your cycle and repairing your microbiome. Listen to the full conversation with Dr Mindy hereFollow Dr Mindy on InstagramFollow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!

“A house full of love, and a healthy body & mind. That can not be bought. That must be earned.” - Naval RavikantAlex Ikonn explains his growth journey. And how close he came to taking the wrong path. Mimi tells us her number 1 tip to start rewiring your brain for positive change. Listen to the full episode hereFollow Mimi Ikonn on InstagramFollow Alex Ikonn on InstagramAnd sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!

Since childhood, Reggie Yates embraced uniqueness. This mindset paved the way for unexpected rewards and opportunities, and a three-decade career in the entertainment industry. Reggie shares the magic of being himself from being a successful child actor, to writing and directing films today.Listen to the full conversation with Reggie hereFollow Reggie Yates on InstagramFollow host Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!

Food can affect our mood - we’ve all experienced it. In the past, psychiatry has been concerned with what happens in the brain. Today, we know that what’s going on in the gut can impact our mental health. Professor Felice Jacka is a pioneer of nutritional psychiatry. She discusses her groundbreaking research on how food can affect our mood.In this episode you’ll learn about the link between anxiety, depression and diet. Felice shares her own mental health issues growing up, and offers simple lifestyle tweaks to that will make your gut and feel better.Join the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.Timecodes00:00 People with anxiety live longer00:58 Which mental disorders are related to diet?04:15 It’s not about weight loss!07:30 Felice’s journey14:40 The non-industrial diet21:14 What is the food matrix?26:50 The ‘Smiles Trial’41:33 Your brain and your gut talk to each other (IBS + Depression)53:11 Poo transplants to treat depression?To give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, download Sarah’s 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ course FOR FREE.Links:Food and Mood Academy Felice Jacka Food and Mood centreThe Smiles Trial BMC MedicineBooks:Brain Changer by Dr Felice Jacka There's a Zoo in My Poo by Dr Felice Jacka What your food ate by David R. Montgomery & Anne BikléWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my inner circle here!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

Renowned psychotherapist Julia Samuel discusses family dynamics, trauma, and grief. Topics include sibling rivalry, generational trauma, setting healthy boundaries, power dynamics in relationships, and understanding grief. The conversation encourages honest dialogues with loved ones and processing emotions.

A healthy liver is a vital part of our physical wellbeing. It’s truly a powerhouse organ - and not enough people are talking about it. Jack O’Meara is CEO of Ochre Bio - a company revolutionizing the treatment of liver disease -  and he says we need to show the liver some love.In this episode we’ll discover the real impact of alcohol on our liver. Is one glass of wine a night really so bad? We also learn about the role the liver plays in our metabolism, how medicines impact it and we bust some myths around supplements. Follow Jack O'Meara on Twitter.Join the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.00:00 - Liver disease isn’t just about alcohol02:00 - How bad is alcohol for the liver?07:03 - The liver in Roman and Greek times09:35 - The brain of the metabolic system11:30 - What else harms my liver?14:30 - Supplements: good or bad?21:05 - The reality of Ozempic31:03 - Is AI the future of medicine?40:20 - Preventing fatty liver diseaseTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, download Sarah’s 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ course FOR FREE.Watch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my inner circle here!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

Heartbreak can hit anyone. It makes us lonely, disconnected and creates a sense of grief. Nobody denies that it’s tough. Dr. Guy Winch is a psychologist, author and podcast host whose TED Talks have tallied up millions of views. He’s got the toolkit to help you beat the break-up blues.We hear a lot about ‘mental health’, but Guy emphasises the importance of something a little different: ‘emotional health’. These are feelings all of us have experienced. Think failure, loneliness, rejection and heartbreak. In this conversation, Guy Winch will tell you how to develop your emotional health and practice better emotional hygiene.Follow Guy Winch on InstagramJoin the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.00:00 Our brains treat love like heroin01:20 What is loneliness?07:24 How detrimental is loneliness to your health?16:12 Why identifying how you are feeling is CRUCIAL19:46 How to learn from failure27:07 The danger of ruminating 31:20 How to fix a broken heart37:23 Make a difference in your life today40:27 3 essential tips for emotional hygieneTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, download Sarah’s 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ course FOR FREE.Links:Guy Winch WebsiteTED Talk: How to fix a broken heartBooksEmotional First Aid by Guy WinchHow to fix a broken Heart by Guy WinchThe Squeaky Wheel by Guy WinchWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my inner circle here!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

Lots of us know that circadian rhythms are vital to a good night's sleep. But we still get hungry at strange times, feel sleepy in the afternoons and crave sugar late at night. Dr Satchin Panda is the leading voice on circadian biology. And he can tell you how to get these rhythms in check. His pioneering research into time-restricted eating - AKA intermittent fasting - has revealed that when we eat might be more important than what we eat. Fundamentally, all these moving parts need to be aligned. Dr Panda’s app Ontime Health will boost your wellbeing by focussing on four simple areas: sleep, fasting, sleep and light exposure. And in this episode, he reveals practical tips to improve sleep and get your circadian rhythm working for you. Follow Dr Satchin Panda on Instagram.Join the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.00:00 - Your day starts the night before…01:02 - Get to know your inner clock08:46 - Sleep, decisions and food choices15:45 - What happens to our bodies when we fast?  25:35 - The impact of vaccines and medicines29:28 - Are you really a night owl?38:54 - How importance is light for circadian rhythms?44:18 - Is Melatonin safe?51:58 - When should I exercise?To give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, download Sarah’s 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ course FOR FREE.Books:The Circadian Code: Lose Weight, Supercharge Your Energy, and Sleep Well Every Night by Satchin PandaInternal Time: Chronotypes, Social Jet Lag, and Why You're So Tired by Till RoennebergVideos:Satchin’s TED Talk: How optimizing circadian rhythms can increase healthy yearsWebsites:National Sleep Foundation National Institute of General Medical Sciences: Circadian RhythmsSleep.org: Your Personal Guide to a Better Night’s SleepWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my inner circle here!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

Imagine a life free of self-sabotage. For some, big nights out are the problem. The solution could lie in a sobriety habit. Africa Brooke is a speaker and podcast host who's helped thousands of young people tackle their own inner demons.Whilst getting sober can be tough, it can enhance self-knowledge, create deeper relationships and reduce feelings of shame. In this episode, Africa reveals her journey of personal growth and offers essential tools for self-improvement and self-knowledge.Follow @africabrooke on InstagramJoin the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.Time codes:00:00 - If Mick Jagger can do it… 00:30 - Meet Africa Brooke01:12 - Growing up in Zimbabwe06:22 - The uncertainty and anxiety that comes with shame09:40 - Africa’s relationship with alcohol  16:00 - Why sobriety?23:14 - Honesty with family33:36 - Getting sober and staying sober39:58 - The importance of self responsibility and self accountability46:05 - Would you have children?56:48 - Africa’s tools and techniques to combat shameTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, download Sarah’s 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ course FOR FREE.Books mentioned:Ruby Warrington: Women Without KidsLinks:Africa's WebsiteAfrica’s Podcast - Beyond The SelfWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my inner circle here!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

The biological and hormonal rhythms of men’s and women’s bodies vary massively, but intermittent fasting has benefits for all of us. Dr Mindy Pelz is a globally recognised nutrition guru and bestselling author promoting the range of benefits fasting can have for our overall wellbeing.From regulating hormone cycles to a healthier gut microbiome, fasting is not a fad. It has the potential to transform your health. In this episode, you’ll learn the simple science behind fasting, its impact on our bodies and hormones, and how to take control of your health by adapting fasting to your body’s unique needs.Sarah talks to Dr Mindy Pelz, the holistic health expert, author of hit book ‘Fast Like A Girl’ and YouTube and Podcast phenomenon. Join the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.Timecodes00:00 You've been lied to02:24  How is fasting different for men and women?07:29 When is the best time to fast?10:13 The 6 types of Fasting14:10 Missing breakfast: yes or no?16:45 Beat cravings and the dopamine loop20:34 Navigating fasting with PCOS26:30 Girls: understand your 4 phases34:59 Break the taboo of your period48:32 The impact of contraceptionTo hear Dr Mindy’s practical tips to make fasting work for your body, listen to the bonus episode now by activating your free trial on Apple Podcasts.Books:Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy PelzLinks:Dr. Mindy Pelz's website Fast Like a Girl websiteDr. Mindy Pelz's YouTube channelFollow @dr.mindypelz on InstagramWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My Health’ courseJoin my Inner Circle!And sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful sponsors. They make this podcast possible so please do support them.Arena Flowers - Use this code for 50% off your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)*****LYMA - Visit LYMA.LIFE and enter code 'PODCAST' to get your revolutionary supplements now from the ultimate wellness brand.Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life