Health Applied

What makes someone stay in an unhealthy relationship? Why do some relationships leave us feeling secure and valued, while others slowly erode our confidence and self-worth?In this deeply personal episode of Health Applied, Kelly and Harriet explore the realities of healthy and unhealthy relationships, attachment styles, emotional abuse, self-worth and the journey back to yourself.Drawing on their own experiences, they discuss the impact of childhood experiences, heartbreak, toxic relationship dynamics, anxious and avoidant attachment styles, codependency, emotional manipulation and the importance of therapy and self-awareness.This honest conversation highlights how relationships affect not only our mental health but our physical wellbeing too, and why understanding yourself is often the first step towards creating healthier relationships in the future.Whether you're navigating heartbreak, questioning a difficult relationship, or simply interested in understanding human behaviour, this episode offers practical insights, reassurance and hope. #relationships #attachmentstyles #mentalhealth #personalgrowth Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 Introduction & Why Relationships Affect Our Health01:26 Why Relationship Education Matters02:45 Knowing When It's Time To Leave03:48 Codependency, Anxiety & Losing Yourself05:23 How Childhood Experiences Shape Relationships07:48 First Heartbreaks & Emotional Validation11:25 Trauma, Triggers & Filling Your Own Cup14:36 Trust, Boundaries & Early Relationship Lessons15:14 Experiences of Unhealthy Relationships17:00 Emotional Abuse, Self-Worth & Recovery18:49 Reaching Rock Bottom & Rebuilding Yourself21:19 Breaking Relationship Cycles For Future Generations22:22 Learning To Be Whole On Your Own23:57 Narcissistic Behaviours & Relationship Dynamics24:11 Attachment Styles Explained24:56 Why You Can't Fix Someone Else25:58 Therapy, Healing & Self-Awareness26:43 Building Self-Worth & Creating Healthy Relationships27:18 Final Thoughts & Resources

Can you have a positive birth experience regardless of how your baby arrives?In this honest and deeply personal episode of Health Applied, Kelly and Harriet share two very different birth stories and the lessons they've learned about fear, control, pain relief and trusting your instincts.Harriet reflects on her positive water birth experience, the impact of hypnobirthing, and why understanding the science of labour helped remove much of the fear she felt during pregnancy. Now expecting her second child, she also discusses why she's considering a home birth.Kelly opens up about a lifelong fear of labour, her decision to pursue a caesarean birth, and the traumatic complications that led to an emergency procedure. She explains why having a caesarean was always the right choice for her and why women should never feel judged for choosing pain relief or surgical delivery.Whether you're pregnant, planning a family, or simply curious about the realities of birth, this episode offers reassurance that there is no single "right" way to bring a baby into the world.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 Why Kelly would only consider a caesarean birth00:33 Introducing today's conversation on positive birth stories01:08 Why most birth stories people hear are negative02:42 The childhood experience that created Kelly's fear of labour04:54 How Harriet developed a completely different mindset around birth06:15 Hypnobirthing explained: what it really is07:13 Fear, adrenaline and the science of labour09:50 Harriet's water birth experience and managing contractions10:41 The debate around pain relief and caesarean births11:59 Why every woman should choose the birth that's right for her13:10 Inside Harriet's unexpectedly perfect birthing environment15:04 Epidurals, birth plans and feeling in control16:10 Kelly's traumatic labour experience before her emergency caesarean19:28 How a spinal transformed Kelly's birth experience20:29 Advocating for yourself during labour and delivery21:50 Home birth considerations and second pregnancies25:10 Your right to choose how you give birth26:03 The pressure some women face around caesareans27:16 Why women need more positive birth stories28:28 There is no right or wrong way to give birth29:41 Harriet prepares for baby number twoThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

For 13 years, Kelly lived with chronic urinary leakage after the birth of her first daughter.She saw multiple specialists, underwent countless tests, tried physiotherapy and medications, and was even told that removing her bladder could be an option.In this deeply personal episode of Health Applied, Kelly sits down with co-host Harriet to share the full story behind her recent tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and the unexpected health improvements that followed.This episode isn't about promoting surgery. It's about sharing information, encouraging women to ask questions, explore all available options, and advocate for their health.If you've ever experienced pelvic floor issues, abdominal separation, back pain, urinary leakage, or felt unheard in your healthcare journey, this conversation is for you.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 A bigger women's health problem we need to discuss00:26 Introduction01:16 Why Kelly chose to have a tummy tuck02:41 What is diastasis recti?03:50 13 years of unexplained bladder leakage05:15 The shocking suggestion to remove her bladder06:48 How incontinence affects everyday life08:13 Why women aren't hearing about all their options08:56 The research linking tummy tucks and bladder health10:34 The moment Kelly realised the leakage had stopped11:45 Why the result felt frustrating as well as life-changing13:41 What cosmetic surgeons can and can't discuss14:13 The importance of patient education and self-advocacy15:52 One in three women live with long-term incontinence16:42 Should healthcare systems be connecting the dots?18:32 When treatment options come with a price tag19:53 Kelly's honest tummy tuck recovery experience20:57 Recovery as a single parent with a new puppy23:58 What helped recovery most25:13 The unexpected challenges after surgery26:44 Why more women need access to this information27:57 What Kelly would tell herself 13 years ago28:06 How abdominal muscle repair may improve bladder support29:57 Why sharing patient stories matters30:41 Final thoughtsThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Why are more couples struggling to conceive than ever before?In this powerful conversation, NHS women’s health doctor and fertility expert Dr Ravina Bhanot breaks down the biggest myths around fertility, IVF, egg freezing, hormones and women’s health.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 The mindset shift that changed fertility outcomes00:30 Introduction to Dr Ravina Bhanot01:29 Ravina’s journey into women’s health & PCOS diagnosis05:00 Why fertility education is still lacking06:45 How long should couples try before seeking help?09:20 Fertility after 40 & perimenopause misconceptions11:50 The reality of IVF & postcode lottery funding16:40 BMI, IVF eligibility & controversial NHS criteria21:07 Why fertility rates are declining23:15 Microplastics, hormones & modern lifestyle risks27:36 The 3 biggest fertility factors couples ignore28:32 How stress impacts conception30:30 Why ovulation tracking can backfire34:43 Nutrition, supplements & improving egg quality38:12 Male fertility mistakes nobody talks about40:44 Egg freezing myths & success rates44:47 What women should know before starting IVF47:48 Perfumes, soaps & hormone-disrupting chemicals52:41 Why women’s health education needs to changeThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Why do so many women keep getting UTIs, even when tests come back negative?In Part 2 of this conversation, we sit down with Dr Catriona Anderson, GP and specialist in chronic and recurrent UTIs, to unpack the science, frustration and reality behind persistent bladder infections in women.We discuss why standard urine tests often miss infections, how chronic UTIs can relapse repeatedly, the role of menopause and vaginal oestrogen, and why so many women feel dismissed despite ongoing symptoms.Dr Anderson explains the evidence behind treatments like Hiprex, D-mannose, probiotics and antibiotics, while also challenging some of the current approaches to recurrent UTI treatment.This episode is for any woman who feels stuck in the cycle of cystitis symptoms, negative tests and short antibiotic courses — and wants to better understand what may actually be happening.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 – Why women feel “on the edge of cystitis” constantly01:18 – Do urine cultures actually identify the real infection?03:33 – Understanding “good” vs harmful bladder bacteria08:05 – D-mannose, probiotics & supplements explained11:13 – Biofilms and why infections keep returning14:02 – Hiprex: how it works for recurrent UTIs17:41 – Why supplements don’t work for everyone18:52 – Antibiotic fears, resistance & gut health23:49 – Vaginal oestrogen and the menopause connection25:52 – “Every woman over 40 should get vaginal oestrogen”29:07 – How oestrogen impacts bladder and urinary symptoms31:28 – The problem with 3-day antibiotic courses35:18 – The study comparing 3 days vs 7 days of antibiotics37:43 – How women can advocate for themselves38:50 – Why standard UTI tests often miss infections41:00 – Private extended testing and severe chronic infections43:24 – The antibiotic that finally worked44:06 – Why this conversation matters for women everywhereThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Always have a negative urine dipstick at the doctors despite having all the symptoms of a UTI?In Part 1 of this important conversation, We sit down with Dr Catriona Anderson, GP and specialist in chronic and recurrent UTIs, to uncover why standard urine dipstick tests so often fail women and what you need to know to challenge outdated advice and get the treatment you deserve.This is an honest, deeply informative discussion around chronic urinary tract infections, menopause, bladder pain, sleep deprivation and the emotional toll these conditions can take on women’s lives.Kelly also shares the reality of living with chronic UTI symptoms for over 13 years, including the impact on sleep, relationships, work, confidence and everyday life.If you’ve ever been told “your tests are negative” despite knowing something is wrong, this episode will leave you feeling informed, validated and better equipped to advocate for your health.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 The reality of chronic UTIs in women00:21 Introducing Dr Kat Anderson02:19 How Dr Kat specialised in chronic UTIs05:45 The breakthrough that changed her approach11:16 Why chronic UTIs are still dismissed12:26 The difference between acute, recurrent & chronic UTIs14:10 The devastating impact on women’s lives15:45 Misdiagnosis & interstitial cystitis explained19:18 When “interstitial cystitis” is actually infection21:24 Kelly’s personal experience with bladder pain23:12 Why urine dipstick tests often fail women26:13 Why standard urine cultures miss infections27:20 Dormant bacteria & embedded bladder infections30:00 The problem with NHS testing thresholds33:39 Why women keep getting overlooked35:16 The movement to redefine chronic UTI treatment41:13 How treatment pathways could finally change42:08 Living with chronic UTI for 13 years44:32 The anxiety & isolation of bladder painThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Most women don’t want to look “done”, they just want to feel like themselves again.In this honest, no-nonsense conversation, we sit down with a Rebecca, founder of Rebecca Ann Aesthetics to break down what actually works and what you need to be careful of, when it comes to Botox, fillers, skin treatments and ageing well.If you’ve ever felt unsure, sceptical, or overwhelmed by the world of anti-ageing… this episode gives you clear, grounded insight so you can make confident decisions.This isn’t about chasing youth.It’s about understanding your options and choosing what feels right for you.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters 00:00 – Why filler trends are changing (natural vs overdone)01:14 – From A&E nurse to Harley Street aesthetics expert03:49 – Why medical training matters (and the risks if not)05:02 – The shocking lack of regulation in aesthetics07:53 – Botox gone wrong: what can happen08:40 – The most dangerous filler complication explained10:40 – The 3 most important anti-ageing basics12:54 – Why filler should NOT start where you think15:20 – The real reason your face ages (volume loss explained)17:27 – Body treatments: what’s safe vs risky18:16 – Skin boosters (Profhilo, polynucleotides) explained20:54 – How Botox actually works (simple explanation)22:32 – Why wrinkles soften over time with Botox23:24 – When should you start Botox?25:59 – Is there too much pressure on women to look young?27:43 – Why more men are getting treatments (but quietly)30:52 – Teenage skincare: what’s too much?32:03 – The only skincare ingredients that actually matter34:37 – Diet, sugar & how your skin reflects your health36:06 – Final thoughts: confidence, ageing & choiceThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

If you’ve ever been told “that’s just part of getting older” or “it’s normal after kids”… this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, we sit down with women’s health pioneer Wendy Powell to uncover the truth about pelvic floor health, incontinence, prolapse, and why millions of women are silently struggling with symptoms that are treatable, but ignored.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/CHAPTERS00:00 – The symptom women are too embarrassed to talk about00:50 – Meet Wendy Powell: From personal struggle to global solution02:14 – Why women’s health issues are dismissed06:54 – The symptoms you should NEVER ignore08:21 – Can pelvic floor issues actually be fixed?09:51 – “It felt like my insides were falling out…”11:24 – When your symptoms don’t fit the medical box13:56 – Why postpartum care is failing women16:12 – The hidden cost of suffering in silence18:40 – The mental health impact no one talks about20:54 – Why the system is broken (and what needs to change)27:16 – Menopause, hormones & new symptoms30:24 – Pads, shame & what women are really doing31:53 – Why other countries do this better32:28 – Kegels explained (and why they’re not enough)34:42 – Tight vs weak pelvic floor (game-changer insight)37:04 – Why we must educate women earlier39:20 – Breaking generational silence40:28 – Why women’s health is censored online45:13 – Final takeaway: Stop normalising sufferingThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

What if the key to better mental health, happier kids, and real nutrition wasn’t in a supplement… but in your garden?In this episode of Health Applied, we sit down with Tami Riley, founder of the Grow Wild app (https://growild.io/) , to discuss how growing your own food can completely transform your health, mindset, and daily routine.This isn’t about becoming a “gardener.”It’s about reconnecting with nature, slowing down, and building a lifestyle that actually supports your wellbeing.Whether you’ve got a garden, a balcony, or just a windowsill — this episode will make you want to start.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/CHAPTERS00:00 – Why This Started as a Hobby00:52 – Meet Tami & The Grow Wild App01:35 – From Courtyard Gardening to a Mission03:50 – Why People Think Growing Food Is “Hard”05:04 – The Instant Gratification Problem06:00 – The Daily Ritual That Reduces Stress07:40 – Gardening as a Mental Health Reset08:05 – How It Shapes Kids’ Relationship with Food09:30 – Why Homegrown Food Tastes Better10:40 – Nutrition vs Supermarket Food12:30 – “You’re Eating Liquid Gold”13:35 – Caterpillar Disaster Story 🐛16:12 – Beginner Mistakes (And Why They Matter)17:25 – Pest Control Without Chemicals19:34 – Track Progress & Learn Faster19:53 – How to Get Kids Off Screens22:23 – Best Foods to Grow (Beginner Friendly)24:24 – Growing in Small Spaces (Balcony-Friendly)25:34 – What You Actually Need to Start27:04 – Just Start (Why Action Beats Perfection)27:51 – Try the Grow Wild App28:33 – Funny Fails: “Flygate”30:22 – Final Thoughts & Call to ActionThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

If you’re lying awake at 3am wondering “why can’t I sleep?”, this episode is for you.In this powerful and honest conversation, we speak with Toni Waterfall, founder of Extracted, who shares her deeply personal journey through chronic insomnia, from sleepless nights and emotional burnout to building a solution that changed her life.Whether you’re dealing with restless nights, early waking, or feeling exhausted but wired, this episode will help you feel less alone and more empowered.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/CHAPTERS00:00 The Reality of Insomnia: “I Just Couldn’t Sleep”01:20 How Stress Triggers Chronic Sleep Issues04:00 Sleeping Pills vs Real Rest05:30 Searching for Natural Solutions07:00 Why Women Struggle More with Sleep08:30 The Stigma of Talking About Insomnia10:40 Stress, Hormones & Genetics Explained12:30 Why Women Suffer in Silence13:40 Simple Daily Habits That Improve Sleep15:00 The 3AM Anxiety & Clock-Watching Trap17:00 Tools, Routines & Mindset Shifts20:50 What to Eat (and Avoid) for Better Sleep22:00 Creating a Sleep-Friendly Evening Routine23:10 Exercise, Daylight & Circadian Rhythm26:40 How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?27:00 The Breaking Point: A Dangerous Wake-Up Call29:00 Turning Pain into Purpose30:00 Small Changes That Transform Your SleepThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

If you don’t make time for your health… you will be forced to make time for illness.In this powerful and honest conversation on Health Applied, we sit down with broadcaster and wellness advocate Julia Bradbury to talk about the habits that literally change and save your life.From a life-altering cancer diagnosis to completely transforming her daily routines, Julia shares the real, practical shifts that helped her take control of her health, physically, mentally, and emotionally.This episode is not about perfection. It’s about awareness, ownership, and making small changes that compound into a completely different life.If you’ve been putting your health on the back burner… this is your wake-up call.🎧 Listen now and start showing up for your life differently.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationComment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/CHAPTERS00:00 The Wake-Up Call: Health vs Illness00:31 Meet Julia Bradbury01:21 Why Nature Is Essential (Not Optional)02:58 The Science of Getting Outside04:46 Why the Sea, Sun & Grounding Heal You06:05 The “Comfort Crisis” & Modern Living Trap07:59 Stop Starting Your Day on Your Phone09:13 The Power of Morning Light10:07 Building Habits That Actually Stick11:17 Cancer Changed Everything12:52 The Promise: Go Outside Every Day14:30 Why You Must Take Control of Your Health16:20 When Health Forces You to Slow Down19:54 Self-Worth, Burnout & Overworking20:47 Rest Is Not Weakness22:06 The Best Free Health Hacks24:45 Walking Backwards (Yes, Really)27:28 Strength Training = Longevity28:15 Sugar: The Hard Truth32:13 Food as Medicine33:33 Breaking Sugar Addiction37:31 Sauna, Longevity & Inflammation41:03 Nose Breathing for Calm & Focus43:33 Sleep: The Foundation of Health44:26 When You Should Eat in the Morning47:19 Why Alarms Stress You Out49:30 Wake Up Naturally (If You Can)51:15 Alcohol, Risk & Reality53:54 Simple Habits That Change Your Life54:59 Make This One Promise TodayThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Healthcare is changing, but is it keeping up?In this powerful “Best Of” episode of Health Applied, we bring together some of the most important conversations we’ve had so far, revealing where healthcare is falling short and what must change.From the impact of social media on unrealistic expectations in aesthetic medicine with Dr Paul Banwell, to the emotional realities of miscarriage with Chantal Cox, to the systemic challenges within the NHS with Kerry Riches, this episode uncovers the real stories behind modern healthcare.You’ll hear:How misinformation is shaping patient expectationsWhy women are still forced to advocate for their own careThe emotional toll of miscarriage and gaps in supportWhat’s really happening inside the NHSWhy healthcare systems are struggling to deliverIf you’re a healthcare professional, business leader, or woman navigating midlife health, this episode will change how you see healthcare.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 Introduction00:59 Social Media & Unrealistic Expectations in Healthcare02:45 The Truth About the Doctor–Patient Relationship05:33 Preparing for Surgery: Expectations vs Reality08:18 Risk, Recovery & Making Informed Decisions09:37 The Danger of “Dr Google” & Over-Researching10:31 What Patients Think They Need vs Reality11:47 The Rise of Aesthetic Treatments & New Trends14:53 Life Inside the NHS During COVID17:33 “My Wings Were Clipped” – Losing Patient Care18:54 The Human Cost of Healthcare Systems21:56 The Moments That Matter in Patient Experience22:35 “The NHS Is Broken” – Why Staff Are Leaving25:20 Why Staff Experience = Patient Outcomes27:30 Burnout, Flexibility & The Workforce Crisis30:05 Can the NHS Be Fixed? Culture vs Funding31:18 Miscarriage & Navigating Healthcare Alone33:20 “Why Am I Finding My Own Care?”33:40 The Reality of Missed Miscarriages36:17 Why Women Must Advocate for Themselves38:01 The Women’s Health Funding Gap40:00 The Cost of Menopause on Careers & Business41:30 Why Women Feel Ignored by Healthcare43:40 The Double Standard in Treatment44:30 Misdiagnosis & Gender Bias in Medicine45:30 Why Women Were Excluded from Research46:30 A New Era for Women’s Health48:11 OutroThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

If your job is making you miserable, you’re not alone.In this episode of Health Applied, Kelly and Harriet talk honestly about toxic workplace culture, burnout, leadership, and what work should actually feel like.After more than a decade running a company together, they’ve seen both sides, being employees in difficult environments and building a business that prioritises people.This episode is about taking ownership of your career, understanding your worth, and building workplaces where people thrive, not just survive.If you've ever felt undervalued, burnt out, or stuck in a job that drains you, this conversation is for you.Let us know in the comments:👉 What’s the biggest thing that impacts your happiness at work?Chapters00:00 Introduction00:29 Why Workplace Wellness Matters01:30 The Hidden Cost of Bad Company Culture02:36 Burnout Is Now a Recognised Workplace Problem03:17 Why Leadership Has Such a Huge Impact04:35 Why So Many People Feel Disengaged at Work06:01 What To Do If You Have a Toxic Boss07:33 Should You Quit a Job That Makes You Miserable?08:49 Standing Up for Yourself at Work09:47 What Great Employers Do Differently11:22 Feeling Valued at Work11:50 Why Flexible Working Matters13:22 Trust and Respect in the Workplace14:00 Unlimited Holiday & Employee Wellbeing15:00 The Importance of Communication16:30 Why Adults Should Be Treated Like Adults17:31 Building a Healthy Work Culture18:30 The Mental Load Women Carry at Work19:45 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership20:01 Taking Control of Your Career20:40 Starting Something of Your OwnThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

Are you considering cosmetic surgery? Wondering whether a tummy tuck, breast reduction, facelift or regenerative treatment is really worth it?In this episode of Health Applied, we sit down with world-renowned surgeon Dr Paul Banwell to have the honest, unfiltered conversation.From post-pregnancy body changes and weight loss transformations to social media pressure, recovery risks and the rise of regenerative aesthetics, this episode explores what informed, empowered decision-making really looks like.We discuss:✔️ When cosmetic surgery can genuinely improve quality of life✔️ The psychological impact of procedures like breast reduction & tummy tuck✔️ How social media and filters are shaping unrealistic expectations✔️ Why a good surgeon should sometimes say “no”✔️ Recovery risks (and why 100 things can go wrong — and still be worth it)✔️ The rise of regenerative aesthetics, stem cells & NAD+✔️ Why “doing nothing” is sometimes the most powerful choiceWatch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:00 Meet Dr Paul Banwell03:30 Why Some People Shouldn’t Have Surgery06:00 Breast Reduction & Quality of Life11:00 Social Media & Unrealistic Expectations15:30 Recovery Risks: “100 Things Can Go Wrong”18:30 Preparing for Surgery as a Busy Mum22:00 Mini vs Full Tummy Tuck – What’s the Difference?25:00 The Rise of Facelifts Over Fillers26:30 Regenerative Aesthetics ExplainedThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

What really happens to patient complaints in the NHS?Why do waiting lists keep growing?And is the real problem funding… or culture?In this powerful episode of Health Applied, Kelly and Harriet sit down with Kerry Riches, former Head of Patient Experience at the NHS, MS ambassador, disability advocate, and familiar face from Big Brother.Kerry shares:Her deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with Multiple SclerosisWhat actually happens behind the scenes when patients complainThe cultural issues inside the NHS no one talks aboutThe emotional toll of working in healthcare during COVIDWhy communication failures are costing more than moneyThe three changes she believes could fix the systemFrom powerful stories of end-of-life care to the reality of staff burnout and leadership challenges, this is an honest, emotional and eye-opening conversation about what healthcare should really look like.If you’ve ever been a patient, worked in healthcare, or care about the future of the NHS, this episode is essential listening.This episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.CHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction & Meet Kerry Riches02:00 – Being Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis06:30 – Why Early Diagnosis Matters08:15 – What Really Happens to NHS Complaints?11:00 – “In Your Shoes” – Facing Patients After Harm14:00 – Do Patients Feel Safe Speaking Up?18:00 – COVID Inside the NHS21:45 – The Story That Broke Kerry25:40 – Is the NHS Broken?30:30 – Culture vs Funding: What’s the Real Problem?37:00 – Leadership, Communication & Burnout42:30 – When Human Error Becomes Dangerous46:00 – Should GP Appointments Be Paid For?49:30 – Why Hospital Experiences Differ So Much53:00 – The 3 Things That Could Fix the NHS57:30 – Final Thoughts & Gratitude

What happens when you know something is wrong, but no one listens?In this deeply personal episode, Kelly and Harriet share the powerful “why” behind Health Applied , from years of misdiagnosis and medical trauma to learning how patient knowledge can save lives. This conversation is for every woman who’s ever been told “it’s normal” when it didn’t feel right.Chapters00:00 – Why This Podcast Exists00:45 – Introducing Health Applied01:20 – Kelly’s Health Journey03:40 – Staying Positive Through Chronic Illness04:45 – Witnessing Medical Trauma as a Loved One06:15 – Why Doctors Don’t Always Have the Answers08:30 – The Danger of Medical Misinformation09:30 – Why Patient Empowerment Matters10:30 – Being Dismissed by the System12:00 – Misdiagnosis & Women’s Health13:50 – Emergency Surgery & Trusting Your Body15:45 – Learning to Advocate for Yourself16:40 – Our Mission Going ForwardThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

In this powerful episode of Health Applied, we’re joined by Chantal Cox, a former NHS doctor turned venture capitalist, to unpack the gender bias in healthcare, the lack of funding in women’s health, and why women are so often misdiagnosed, dismissed, and underserved by the medical system.We talk openly about:Why healthcare is designed around male bodiesThe shocking lack of research funding into women’s healthPregnancy loss, miscarriage care & postnatal traumaWhy women’s pain isn’t taken seriouslyThe venture capital funding gap in femtech & women-led health startupsHow women are forced to advocate for themselves in broken systemsWhy every woman seems to have a healthcare horror story⚠️ Content note: This episode includes discussion of pregnancy loss and miscarriage.Chapters:00:00 – “Healthcare treats women as small men” 00:30 – Introducing Chantal Cox & the gender bias in healthcare02:17 – From NHS doctor to venture capitalist 05:17 – The shocking lack of funding in women’s health08:07 – Why women’s health startups struggle to get investment 10:28 – Money, confidence & why women struggle to raise funding14:19 – Social media algorithms & silencing women’s voices17:47 – Why women’s healthcare experiences are so broken20:19 – Advocating for yourself in medical emergencies 21:36 – Pregnancy pain dismissed & misdiagnosis 24:53 – Miscarriage, trauma & navigating care alone 30:17 – Why every woman has a healthcare horror story 31:45 – Childbirth, fear & lack of proper support 33:08 – What is a doula & why women need advocates 36:41 – Birth choices, C-sections & maternal mortality 38:56 – Breastfeeding pressure & postnatal reality 41:41 – Is the NHS fixable? The future of women’s healthcare43:17 – Final thoughts & call to actionIf this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe and share it with someone who needs to hear it.This episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

In this first episode of Health Applied®, we sit down with broadcaster and women’s health advocate Cherry Healey to unpack the uncomfortable truths about how healthcare has historically failed women, from menopause and endometriosis to misdiagnosis, underfunded research and medical misogyny.We explore:• Why the UK economy loses £11bn every year due to women’s health-related absence• The shocking lack of investment in women’s health research• Why women are more likely to be misdiagnosed – even during heart attacks• The real impact of menopause on careers, confidence and wellbeing• How healthcare systems, leaders and innovators can design better solutions for women• What needs to change in medical education, policy and workplace cultureThis conversation is essential listening for healthcare leaders, founders, clinicians, investors, marketers and women navigating midlife health.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:30 Why Cherry became passionate about women’s health04:44 Breaking taboos: periods, fibroids & endometriosis05:43 Menopause myths vs reality08:13 The funding gap in women’s health research08:33 The economic cost of menopause and women leaving the workforce11:52 Why women aren’t being listened to by GPs13:27 HRT, hormones & outdated treatment pathways15:07 The gender pain gap and misdiagnosis17:57 Medical misogyny and rebuilding trust in healthcare20:32 Women’s health hubs: a systemic solution22:42 Raising the next generation without shame25:55 Education, data & empowering patients27:56 AI, home diagnostics & the future of women’s health29:19 Final reflections: why this movement is only getting biggerThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.

What if health information actually made sense?Health Applied is a new podcast hosted by Kelly Allison and Harriet Gisbourne, created to close the gap between complex health science and everyday life. In this trailer, Kelly and Harriet share why they started the podcast, their own experiences of health challenges and healthcare frustrations, and their mission to make health knowledge accessible, practical, and empowering for everyone.Expect real conversations, myth-busting, expert insights, and honest discussions about women’s health, inequality in healthcare, investment, innovation, and patient advocacy — all explained without jargon and grounded in real experience.If you’ve ever felt unheard, confused, or overwhelmed by health information, this podcast is for you.Real science. Real experiences. Health truths that actually matter to your life.Subscribe now and join the conversation.