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

Welcome to Live Well, Be Well, Season 9 hosted by Sarah Ann Macklin. This podcast that brings you your weekly slice of wellbeing. In this episode I speak to Alex Light, an author, activist of body positivity and self-confidence influencer. After struggling from various eating disorders, Alex now speaks openly about her personal battle with diet culture, body confidence and fighting beauty standards. She’s recently written a Sunday Times Bestselling Book, “You Are Not A Before Picture”. We delve into how perfectionism can cause us to look for the perfect version of ourselves even at the detriment of our own mental and physical wellbeing, and how we can truly let go of the high standards women are meant to withhold in the face of beauty. This episode contains topics including eating disorders and sensitive issues surrounding body weight and image, which could be triggering for some individuals. This season of Live Well Be Well is produced by The Podcast Guys. www.livewellbewell.io #LiveWellBeWell  Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.com  Brought to you by: @be_well_collective www.bewellcollective.co.uk We have TWO fantastic sponsors this season, which when combined really do optimise you’re wellbeing. ALL PLANTS  25% using the code LWBW Allplants deliver delicious, healthy, plant-based, chef-made meals to your door, ready to heat, eat and enjoy whenever you need them. All plants are subscription based - totally flexible, cancel anytime and you can choose what days you get delivered. All boxes are fully recyclable. The more plant-based plates there are, the better for our planet. Order yours today with LWBW for 25% off www.allplants.com  Athletic Greens, AG-1 Your daily insurance policy for YOUR health!  athleticgreens.com/LWBW With ONE scoop of AG1 in water every day, you’re absorbing 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced ingredients, probiotics, and adaptogens to help you start your day right. I have been using AG-1 for the last 4 weeks, every morning before my morning coffee and I highly recommend.  Altletic Green is going to give you a FREE supply of Immune-supporting vitamin D3K2 AND 5 FREE Travel Packs with your first purchase. Visit athleticgreens.com/LWBW

Welcome to episode 1 of Season 9 of Live Well, Be Well, hosted by Sarah Ann Macklin. This podcast will bring you your weekly slice of wellbeing. We’re kicking off series 9 with one of Britain’s best-loved comedians, David Walliams, OBE. Little Britain, his creation with Matt Lucas, won numerous international awards including three BAFTAs, and now plays in over 100 countries. But he’s not just a comedian. He swam the English Channel in 2006 raising over £1m for the charity Sport Relief and then in 2011 he swam 140 miles along the length of the River Thames, which raised more than £2m. He’s also been a judge on the ITV talent show Britain’s Got Talent since 2012 alongside Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon. David turned his hand in 2008 and started writing children’s books. Since then he’s become a best-selling children’s author, with his novels having been translated into 55 languages, selling 50 million copies worldwide. Some of his books have been adapted into television films or for the stage, such as the Royal Shakespeare Company’s acclaimed musical production of The Boy in the Dress. In this episode of Live Well, Be Well, we talk to David about happiness, what it looks like for him today and the journey he’s been on to find it. We hear out about his process when writing, his inspirations and the message he’d like people to take from the stories. He also discusses how having become a father in the past 10 years has affected his life and happiness, he shares some stories including one about Kanye West & Elton John and of course, some of his favourite jokes. We have TWO fantastic sponsors this season, which when combined really do optimise you’re wellbeing. ALL PLANTS www.allplants.com My secret lunchtime weapon! 25% using the code LWBW Allplants deliver delicious, healthy, plant-based, chef-made meals to your door, ready to heat, eat and enjoy whenever you need them. All plants are subscription based - totally flexible, cancel anytime and you can choose what days you get delivered. All boxes are fully recyclable. The more plant-based plates there are, the better for our planet. Order yours today with LWBW for 25% off www.allplants.com  Athletic Greens, AG-1  Your daily insurance policy for YOUR health!  athleticgreens.com/LWBW With ONE, delicious scoop of AG1 in water every day, you’re absorbing 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced ingredients, probiotics, and adaptogens to help you start your day right. I have been using AG-1 for the last 4 weeks, every morning before my morning coffee and I highly recommend. To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting vitamin D3K2 AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/LWBW.

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, Dr. Gemma Newman, author of "Plant Power Doctor" raises awareness about the nutrients you may be missing by following a plant-based diet.Full episode: "The Power of Plant Based Eating with Dr. Gemma Newman"Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14LMRg1f0Bu854a2JS6NRQ?si=WgCLqroET4ayAn5a1XGDFw&nd=1Show Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, Dr. Heather McKee discusses why dieting doesn't always lead to weight loss and how intrinsic goals are a better method to success.Full episode: "The Secret to Creating Healthy Habits for Good with Dr. Heather McKee"Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ADZeklSaOvOMEvLU4MYOD?si=IM_DATq9RZ2O_3XMtyltTQ&nd=1Show Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast. In today's bite size moment, consultant gastroenterology dietician, Kirsten Jackson explains why IBS can flare up during a menstrual cycle and how to relieve the symptoms. Full episode: "What is IBS and how to navigate it with Kirsten Jackson" Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6nOUwqfEd1cKPCLNHK1nHP?si=I64_XTE6QDmo9jg5LP5Tzw&nd=1 Show Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.com Mental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, Giles Yeo MBE, explains what sugar is and how our bodies process it based on different consumption methods.Full episode: "The hidden truth behind calories and sugar with Dr. Giles Yeo"Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5cAudxn2aA9cXzuOb54XIt?si=qmsjstXnSz-hRRGwy8hj5AShow Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, psychologist and author, Kimberley Wilson, discusses why anger is a natural emotion that shouldn't be suppressed. Full episode: "Food and Emotions with Kimberley Wilson"You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3njlSwhqHOXGcKrc1TsyJIShow Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, sleep coach, Nick Littlehales, discusses whether 8 hours of sleep a night is necessary, and also how genetics play a factor in our sleeping patterns.Full episode: "The science of sleep and how to optimise it"You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4STUSREBOhBcpmECKt1HU8Show Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast.In today's bite size moment, Dr. Ephia Yasmin, a sub-specialist in reproductive medicine and surgery explains what PMDD is and the debilitating effects it can cause.Full episode: "Periods and PMS, what is normal with Dr. Ephia Yasmin"You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/59cFCCkAs1DsgPu4c2ntwx?si=exrj7KLcQIWD_EE635PbOAShow Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk

In the Bite Size Moments mini series, I'll be sharing some of my favourite moments from the Live Well, Be Well podcast. In today's bite size moment, Dr. Cother Hajat explains the UK's regulations around nicotine levels and E-cigarette consumption. She goes on to say that there are no proven negative side-effects to using E-cigarettes as opposed to smoking cigarettes. Full episode: Season 7 Episode 4 "Is vaping a healthier option to a smoke-free nation?"You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1NBTvDL8Q34eGViQSH5CBc?si=UNsPZvJHTnyulv8GVpiaewShow Notes: Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.comMental Health support: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk