Food For Thought

Many of us don’t stop to consider how much we’re drinking, and in a lot of cases it can be more than we realise. It can often be that trip to the doctor that forces you to really think about how much you’re consuming week on week. For some, this might just be the realisation that you’re actually drinking in excess with a reliance on alcohol that you didn’t know existed. This week’s Food For Thought sees myself and mental health nurse Mark Holmes who specialises in substance misuse, delve into alcohol and addiction to explore how it can change us and what we can do to prevent this from happening. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating stress can be challenging at the best of times, now in the midst of a global pandemic with concerns for our health and finances we are all facing a new set of worries. Stress is ingrained in our world and day to day lives - while this might sound overwhelming if we learn to understand it we can then break the stress cycle. This week’s Food For Thought sees pharmacist turned author Dr David Hamilton and I explore what stress really is, how we can control it and in turn combat it. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know that regular physical activity is an important part of staying healthy. But whether you’re an avid gym goer, or prefer occasional workouts, our diet can have a huge impact on our goals and physical development. This week’s Food For Thought sees Nutritionist Daniel Davey and I explore the latest research in sports nutrition and how by adapting the way in which we fuel ourselves can be game changer in our performance, skill and recovery. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With over 50% of the UK population either overweight or obese, it’s no wonder there’s so much interest in weight loss. And while weight loss is often considered healthy, if you gain the weight back and then lose it again over and over, it can become a vicious, and dangerous cycle of yo-yo dieting. This week’s Food For Thought with TV personality Vicky Pattison explores all the promises to help you lose weight that aren’t backed by scientific evidence, and may actually hurt your health more than help it. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having a good night's sleep may seem impossible as a parent, but there are things you can do to make it a little easier. This Food For Thought on Motherhood sees Sleep Consultant Rosey Davidson and I delve into the secrets of how much sleep your really baby needs and how to develop the best bedtime routines. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The concept of breastfeeding is simple – you offer boob to baby, baby latches, drinks milk for a while and then is done. Tummy full, happy baby! But simple does not always mean easy with some mother’s are not even given a choice. This episode of Food For Thought on Motherhood is with lactation consultant, paediatric feeding and swallowing specialist speech therapist Stacey Zimmels where we explore the challenges in feeding your baby. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first three months of a baby's life are like another trimester of pregnancy, because in many ways newborns are still gestating, even after they are born. For many mums, the fourth trimester is filled with both some of the highest highs, and the greatest challenges. In this episode of Food For Thought on Motherhood sees Dr Philippa Kaye and I unearth what really goes on in such a critical time period for both mum and baby. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deciding on the best childbirth option for you is such a personal decision and wherever you choose, the place should feel right for you. This episode of Food For Thought on Motherhood sees midwife Marie Louise and I explore where best to welcome your new baby into the world. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some of the initial symptoms of pregnancy are well-known and obvious: missing a period, morning sickness, tender boobs. But there are so many other symptoms that no one really tells you about, so when you experience them for yourself for the first time it can be unnecessarily worrying. This episode of Food For Thought on Motherhood sees Dr Stephanie Ooi and I explore the journey women go through while they are pregnant and the many symptoms that arise in the three trimesters. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Expectant mothers have long been told to cut back on exercise and instead - rest up and relax throughout the journey. But with the countless benefits of exercise to our body and mind, this episode of Food For Thought on Motherhood sees Dr Sarah Murphy and I explore the latest evidence in fitness throughout pregnancy. For more information, visit Rhitrition.com and Instagram.com/Rhitrition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.