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

A wedding day disaster unfolds as a father collapses due to a sudden shellfish allergy. Professor Gideon Lack explores the alarming rise of late-onset food allergies and the unexpected risks they pose. Stress and alcohol can turn mild reactions into severe threats. The conversation emphasizes the need to recognize hidden dangers and prepare for life-threatening situations. Personal stories highlight the shock and severity of these allergic responses, making it crucial to stay informed and vigilant.

I'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Gemma Newman, this time in person at our beautiful studio! In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into what truly makes us healthy after her 20 years of medical practice. Dr. Newman shares her profound insights on the transformative power of self-compassion and how it shapes our wellbeing journey.We explore fascinating topics including the science behind nature's healing effects, the impact of microplastics on our health, and practical strategies for better sleep. Dr. Newman also introduces her innovative concept of 'electric nutrition' and explains how connecting with the earth can literally recharge our bodies. What I particularly loved about our discussion was how we explored the intersection of scientific evidence and emotional wellbeing, making complex health concepts accessible and actionable.About Gemma NewmanDr. Gemma Newman is a Senior Partner at a family medical practice where she has worked for 16 years. Known as 'The Plant Power Doctor', she has a specialist interest in holistic health, plant-based nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. She is a graduate of the University of Wales College of Medicine and has studied Nutritional Science and Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Newman is also a best-selling author and passionate advocate for compassionate, evidence-based approaches to health and wellbeing.Connect with Gemma Newman:Website: www.gemmanewman.com Instagram: @plantpowerdoctor Twitter: @PlantPowerDocThank you for listening! Let me know your thoughts on this episode, and don't forget to share it with anyone who might find it helpful.Sarah Ann***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! EXHALE COFFEE | Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me. https://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahUse code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trial.Squarespace | A website makes it real. http://squarespace.com/LiveWell Get a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain purchase. ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:The No.1 Compassion Therapist: How To Rewire Your Brain For Courage & Kindness | Paul Gilberthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvfD8_Asj8U&t=82sDr. William Li: Can Diet DAMAGE Your Blood Brain Barrier?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrCxdniSLiU&t=844sDr. Will Bulsiewicz: Heal Your Gut Microbiome in 24 Hourshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8-zRku5fh0&t=125s***Fuel Your Mind Weekly: Subscribe to Our Free Mental Wellness Newsletter 🧠💪 | Join Now for Expert Tips, Inspiration, and Self-Care Strategies https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/Unlock Stress-Busting Recipes: Get My Top 5 Mood-Boosting Meals Now! 🍽️🧘‍♀️ | Click Here to Reduce Stress Deliciously https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/http://bit.ly/3HDuVxj***Highlights: Introduction (00:00)The Power of Self-Compassion in Health (03:45) Personal Journey with Self-Acceptance (07:30) Learning from Patients: A Doctor's Perspective (12:15) Understanding Compassion-Focused Therapy (16:40) Nature's Impact on Mental Health (22:10) The Science of Forest Bathing (25:30) Electric Nutrition and Grounding (31:20) Microplastics: Understanding the Impact (36:45) Practical Tips for Reducing Plastic Exposure (41:15) Seasonal Affect Disorder and Vitamin D (45:30) Sleep, Self-Talk, and Mental Health (51:20) The GLOVES Framework for Wellbeing (56:45)***Let’s be friends!📷 Instagram:  / sarahannmacklin📹 Subscribe:   / @livewellbewellsarah  🐦 Twitter:  / sarahannmacklin  📱 TikTok:  / sarahannnutrition  💌 Newsletter: https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below.In this clip, I sit down with Stacy Sims to dive into the critical role of protein in women’s health and fitness. We discuss why current guidelines are falling short, how much protein women actually need, and why it’s so important for energy, performance, and hormonal balance. If you’ve ever wondered how to take your nutrition to the next level, this conversation is packed with practical tips and eye-opening insights.Listen to the full episode here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.Follow Dr. Stacy Sims:Website: www.drstacysims.comInstagram: @drstacysimsTwitter: @DrStacySims***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! FREE Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me.Use code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trialhttps://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahSquarespace FREE trial | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:Dr. Louise Newson: Hidden Menopause Signs You’re Missinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWb3lVASg4sBetter Sex EVERY TIME? Dr Rena Malik Tells You Howhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8HJAH5plVw ***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 💌 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3rUbHyS

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below.The rising rates of obesity and mental health disorders aren’t just a coincidence—they’re deeply connected. This clip uncovers the scientific reasons why metabolic health impacts brain function, contributing to conditions like depression, anxiety, and even neurodevelopmental disorders. Learn how ultra-processed foods and metabolic dysfunction may be at the root of rising rates of autism, ADHD, and Alzheimer’s disease. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion on the intersection of physical and mental health.Listen to the full episode here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! FREE Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me.Use code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trialhttps://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahSquarespace FREE trial | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:#1 Self-Compassion Expert: How to Regulate Your Nervous System for Better Health | Dr Kristin Neffhttps://youtu.be/jKq069w4rjIDr. Shefali's Approach to Shadow Self: From External Validation to Inner Alignmenthttps://youtu.be/46-BbuvGHuYMo Gawdat: How To Transform Stress Into Successhttps://youtu.be/5THJeXv5X7s***Fuel Your Mind Weekly: Subscribe to Our Free Mental Wellness Newsletter 🧠💪 | Join Now for Expert Tips, Inspiration, and Self-Care Strategies https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/Unlock Stress-Busting Recipes: Get My Top 5 Mood-Boosting Meals Now! 🍽️🧘‍♀️ | Click Here to Reduce Stress Deliciously https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/http://bit.ly/3HDuVxj***Let’s be friends!📷 Instagram: / sarahannmacklin📹 Subscribe: / @livewellbewellsarah 🐦 Twitter: / sarahannmacklin 📱 TikTok: / sarahannnutrition 💌 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3rUbHyS

Oliver Burkeman, an acclaimed author and journalist known for his profound insights on productivity and well-being, delves into why working only 3-4 hours a day can lead to greater efficiency. He challenges conventional productivity norms, suggesting that the pressure of endless tasks can be counterproductive. Burkeman emphasizes the need for a more meaningful approach to work-life balance, encouraging listeners to redefine productivity in terms of quality and fulfillment rather than mere busyness.

In a compelling conversation, Paul Gilbert, a trailblazing psychologist and the mind behind Compassion Focused Therapy, shares his unique journey. He reveals that his compassion was born from rage and challenges the misconception that compassion is weakness. The discussion delves into the evolution of compassion as a courageous strength essential for healing, backed by neuroscience. Gilbert emphasizes mindfulness and self-compassion as tools for overcoming self-criticism and highlights the profound connection between compassion and emotional well-being, illustrating how we can rewire our brains for kindness.

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below.Fasting has its benefits, but what if it’s doing more harm than good for women? In this clip, Dr. Stacy Sims, a leading researcher in women’s health, shares the science-backed truth about intermittent fasting, its impact on women’s hormones, and why protein-packed breakfasts are crucial for your health. Learn how to support your body, maintain lean mass, and optimize energy with this one simple change to your morning routine. Don’t miss these essential insights!Listen to the full episode here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.Follow Dr. Stacy Sims:Website: www.drstacysims.comInstagram: @drstacysimsTwitter: @DrStacySims***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! FREE Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me.Use code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trialhttps://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahSquarespace FREE trial | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:Dr. Louise Newson: Hidden Menopause Signs You’re Missinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWb3lVASg4sBetter Sex EVERY TIME? Dr Rena Malik Tells You Howhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8HJAH5plVw ***Fuel Your Mind Weekly: Subscribe to Our Free Mental Wellness Newsletter 🧠💪 | Join Now for Expert Tips, Inspiration, and Self-Care Strategies https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/Unlock Stress-Busting Recipes: Get My Top 5 Mood-Boosting Meals Now! 🍽️🧘‍♀️ | Click Here to Reduce Stress Deliciously https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/http://bit.ly/3HDuVxj***Let’s be friends!📷 Instagram: / sarahannmacklin📹 Subscribe: / @livewellbewellsarah 🐦 Twitter: / sarahannmacklin 📱 TikTok: / sarahannnutrition 💌 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3rUbHyS

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below.Are you stuck in your healing journey because you're overthinking it? In this clip, Diego Perez, the author and meditation teacher behind Yung Pueblo, shares profound insights on how intellectualizing self-growth can disconnect you from the real work of healing—reconnecting with your body and emotions. Discover why feeling your emotions, rather than just reading about them, is the key to true transformation. Don’t let overthinking hold you back!Listen to the full episode here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! FREE Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me.Use code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trialhttps://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahSquarespace FREE trial | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:#1 Self-Compassion Expert: How to Regulate Your Nervous System for Better Health | Dr Kristin Neffhttps://youtu.be/jKq069w4rjIDr. Shefali's Approach to Shadow Self: From External Validation to Inner Alignmenthttps://youtu.be/46-BbuvGHuYMo Gawdat: How To Transform Stress Into Successhttps://youtu.be/5THJeXv5X7s***Fuel Your Mind Weekly: Subscribe to Our Free Mental Wellness Newsletter 🧠💪 | Join Now for Expert Tips, Inspiration, and Self-Care Strategies https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/Unlock Stress-Busting Recipes: Get My Top 5 Mood-Boosting Meals Now! 🍽️🧘‍♀️ | Click Here to Reduce Stress Deliciously https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/http://bit.ly/3HDuVxj***Let’s be friends!📷 Instagram: / sarahannmacklin📹 Subscribe: / @livewellbewellsarah 🐦 Twitter: / sarahannmacklin 📱 TikTok: / sarahannnutrition 💌 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3rUbHyS

Join Dr. Chris Van Tulleken, an expert on ultra-processed foods, as he discusses how they derail our health, urging a return to whole foods. Dr. William Lee connects emotional well-being to a diverse diet, while Simon Sinek's 'eight-minute rule' redefines friendship by advocating small moments of support. Neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett challenges stress perceptions, and Dr. Kirsten Neff emphasizes self-compassion as vital for resilience. Together, they shape a holistic view of well-being that encompasses the mind, body, and relationships.

Dr. Chris Palmer, a Harvard psychiatrist and author of 'Brain Energy,' explores the revolutionary link between metabolism and mental health. He discusses how metabolic health can influence conditions like depression and anxiety, challenging conventional treatment methods. The conversation highlights the dangers of ultra-processed foods, advocating for lifestyle changes, including dietary interventions like the Mediterranean and ketogenic diets. Dr. Palmer emphasizes the interplay of trauma, nutrition, and brain health, providing a hopeful perspective on achieving mental well-being.