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4 ways your thoughts affect your metabolism, gut and longevity | Sarah Ann Macklin

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What if I told you that two people could eat the exact same meal, with the exact same calories, and have completely different hormonal responses because of what they believed about what they were eating?These aren't fringe findings.A growing body of evidence suggests that the way we think about our health can meaningfully impact our biology.In this episode, I'm joined by nutritionist and Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Ann Macklin to unpack four ways our thoughts can either help or hinder our health.We explore:• How your beliefs about food can influence hormones, appetite and metabolism• Why the way you think about exercise may affect the health benefits you experience• Whether your genes are really your destiny• Why self-compassion could be one of the most powerful tools for lasting healthThis is a fascinating conversation about the hidden connection between mind and body, and how changing the way we think could help shape our health for the better.Hope you enjoy this one and find something practical you can apply to your own life.Dr RupyLearn more about Sarah's workSarah's latest book 'Healthy Shouldn't Be This Hard' is out nowInstagram: @sarahannmacklinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livewellbewellsarahSubstack:https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/ Website: www.sarahannmacklin.comJoin the Doctor’s Kitchen🎬 Watch the podcast on YouTube here📱 Download The Doctor’s Kitchen app🌐 View full show notes, including guest details, on our website☕️ Try Exhale Coffee here🥗 Join the newsletter and receive a 7 day meal plan📷 Follow on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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