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The Food Medic
by Dr. Hazel Wallace
Welcome to The Food Medic podcast hosted by medical doctor, personal trainer, blogger, and author, Dr. Hazel Wallace. In this podcast you will hear from leading experts in their field who share evidence based advice on how we can live healthier lives and cut through the confusing information that we find online. For more information you can find Hazel at www.thefoodmedic.co.uk or on social media instagram, twitter, and facebook @TheFoodMedic. The Food Medic for Life books is out now which is available online on amazon and in most good book stores.
Episodes
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The Latest Insights On Menstrual Cycle Research For Active Women | With Kelly McNulty
If the menstrual cycle affects everything from strength to sleep, why are we ignoring it in sport? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with researcher Kelly McNulty to discuss the challenges of researching female physiology, the...
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Hormones, Gut Health, and You: What Every Woman Should Understand | With Dr Megan Rossi
What if ignoring your gut health is fueling a hormonal war inside your body? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Megan Rossi, a gut health expert, about the complex links between gut health and women’s health. They discuss...
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Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: Can Your Menstrual Cycle Sync with Your Friends? Exploring Menstrual Synchrony
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual synchrony, the effects of fasted exercise on menstrual cycles, and managing PCOS. Alongside sharing expert advice,...
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Periods, Pain, and Power: What Your Doctor Might Not Tell You | With Dr Brooke Vandermolen
What if everything you thought you knew about your period was wrong? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Brooke Vandermolen, known as "The OB GYN Mom," to discuss women's health, focusing on menstrual cycles, period myths,...
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Breaking the Silence: Why PMDD Needs More Attention? | With Dr Milli Raizada
Is PMDD the Hidden Struggle Behind Your Mood Swings? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr Milli Raizada, a GP, hormone expert and author of Happy Hormones, Happy You. Together, they unpack the realities of premenstrual...
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Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: Period Myths, Cravings & Period Recovery Tips | Honest Answers to Real Questions
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into period myths, cravings and recovery tips. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding...
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Living with Endometriosis: A Story of Strength, Struggle, & Hope | With Carla Cressy
What is the greatest misunderstanding about endometriosis and women's health? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, discusses endometriosis with Carla Cressy, the founder and CEO of The Endometriosis Foundation. The episode explores Carla's...
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Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: From Contraception to Cycle Tracking | Rethinking Menstrual Health
In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual health, focusing on the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraception. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace...
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Hormones and Skin: What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You | With Dr Thivi Maruthappu
What is the connection between sex hormones and skin health? In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, is joined by Dr Thivi Maruthappu, consultant dermatologist at Barts Health NHS Trust, to explore the intricate relationship between sex hormones...
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S10 Ep 10 Everything you need to know about Egg freezing
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr John Kennedy, an O&G doctor who qualified from University College Dublin in 2000. He has been working exclusively in fertility medicine since 2013 and is the clinical lead at Thérapie Fertility Clinic, with his expert team who have helped intended parents…
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S10 Ep 9 Endometriosis and Adenomyosis with Mr Martin Hirsch
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Mr Martin Hirsch, a consultant gynaecologist and endometriosis specialist practicing both in the NHS and privately.He can be found on instagram as @endometriosis.surgeon.ukThis episode covers: What is endometriosis? The symptoms of endometriosis Who gets...
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S10 EP 8 Food for Fertility with Dietitian Ro
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ro Huntriss - one of the UK’s leading fertility dietitians and is the Founder of Fertility Dietitian UK.She is also the author of the book Deliciously Health Fertility (available on amazon) This episode covers: The role does diet plays in male and female...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Managing periods on long runs
This weeks listener question is:“I’m training for a half-marathon, and I was just wondering how you practically manage your period on a long run?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See...
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S10 EP 7 Tackling toxic diet culture with Laura and Steph from Kic
Today Dr Hazel is joined by Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith - founders of KIC - a leading health and wellness app born out of AustraliaTrigger warning: This episode does contain conversations around eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours. This episode covers: Rebranding KIC from...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: When should your period return after stopping the pill?
This weeks listener question is: When should I expect my period to return after stopping the pill? And what should you do if it doesn’t?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See…
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S10 EP6 The truth about balancing your hormones.
Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Anjali Amin, a Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. This epsiode covers: What are hormones? The truth about “hormone balancing” recipes At home Hormone testing kits Is adrenal fatigue a medical diagnosis?...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you take a multivitamin as an insurance policy?
This weeks listener question is: Do you recommend taking a multi-vitamin as a precautionary measure during the winter months to avoid getting sick? If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See...
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S10 EP5 76 marathons in 76 days and building the #1 running coaching app
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ben and Joshua from Runna - #1 rated app for personalized training plans for running. This episode covers The story of RUNNA How Josh ran a record-breaking 76 marathons in 76 days Advice for new runners Different types of runs (tempo, interval, easy etc) and...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Is calorie counting the only way to lose weight?
This weeks listener question is:“Is calorie counting the only way to lose weight?”if you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad...
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S10 EP4 Breaking the menopause Taboo with Davina McCall
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by presenter, fitness guru, author, mother and “accidental” activist Davina McCall This episode covers Becoming an “accidental activist” in womens health Davina’s experience of the perimenopause and menopause Fears and misconceptions about HRT Davina’s pill...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Can fitness trackers cause health anxiety?
This weeks listener question is : “I understand that fitness tracking technology can really help to understand what's going on in our bodies, giving us better awareness so that we can take action. However, can tracking take its toll?”If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please...
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S10 EP3 Hiking, cold water swimming, and mental health with Zanna Van Dijk
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Zanna Van Dijk - she’s a co-founder of Stay Wild, a sustainable swimwear brand, a Forbes 30 under 30 entrepreneur and a lifestyle blogger with a passion for active travel and the outdoors. This episode covers: Zanna’s evolution on social media and on her blog...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: What is Zone 2 training and why is it important?
This weeks listener question is: “There’s a lot of information out there about the benefits of zone two training for longer distance runs such as for half or full marathons or longer. Can you explain in more detail about zone two training and the benefits it provides for longer distance runs?”If...
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S10 EP2 How hypnosis can help with healthy habit formation.
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr. David Spiegel, Reveri's Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer. Dr Spiegel is a psychiatrist with more than 45 years of clinical and research experience studying stress, pain, sleep and hypnosis. He has written thirteen books, 404 scientific journal...
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S10 Ask Dr Hazel: Does strength training burn more fat than cardio?
Our listener question this week is “What is the definition of strength training? I've read some articles saying that strength training is a better way to burn fat than just doing cardio. But I'm not exactly sure what the definition of it is”Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions already...
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S10 EP1 How to eliminate excuses and start achieving your goals with Marie Forleo
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by host of MarieTV, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist, Marie Forleo. Her #1 New York Times best-selling book, Everything is Figureoutable is available now.This episode covers: How to get out of your way when it comes to being consistent with our goals and habits....
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S10 TRAILER
The Food Medic podcast returns for season 10 this October - here's a little taste of what to expect. Make sure to hit subscribe, if you haven't already so that you are first to hear about any new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad...
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S9 Bonus EP - TikTok hair hacks that actually work
In this short bonus episode, Dr Hazel speaks to Taylor Rose (also known as the healthy hur), a certified trichologist who has amassed over 1.5million followers on social media.Topics covered include:*Popular titkok trends: rosemary oil, slick buns, pillowcases and apple cider vinegar*Essential…
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you exercise when you’re sick?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is: “Do you have any advice for strength training through long periods of illness? I love strength training and I am a student and get one cold after another. I am worried that if I don’t keep it…
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S9 EP10 Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men
In this episode we are joined by Caroline Criado Perez - a best-selling and award-winning writer, broadcaster and award-winning feminist campaigner.Her #1 Sunday Times best-selling second book, INVISIBLE WOMEN: Exposing DataBias in a World Designed for Men, published in 2019, has been translated...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Keto diets and cholesterol
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is “I am wondering if the keto/ LCHF diet really is for everyone, or if there are some people to whom it may do more damage than good, increasing their cholesterol or even causing non-fatty liver...
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S9 EP9 The truth about carbs
Our guest today is Layne Norton - a self-proclaimed nerd who lifts heavy things, he has a BS in Biochemistry with honors and a PhD in Nutritional Sciences with honors.Since moving away from online coaching, Layne has focused on writing books (Fat Loss Forever, The Complete Contest Prep Guide, The...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Is there a link between mirena coil and mood?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.Our listener question this week is : “I would love to hear your thoughts on the mirena coil as contraception and whether I experience the same hormonal highs and lows as a women having normal periods?” I hope you found that…
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S9 EP8: How food can support your mental health
In this episode we discuss how diet plays a role in our mood - and which foods or food groups have been linked to positive and negative impacts on our mental health. Our guest today is Felice Jacka - a Professor of Nutritional Psychiatry, Co-Director of the Food & Mood Centre at Deakin…
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: How to manage intermittent fasting and morning workouts
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.Our listener question this week is “Conflicting advice - There is evidence if we eat in an 8 hour window, this helps gut health. There is also evidence that it is important to eat before a workout - how do you manage these two...
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S9 E7: How to live an awesome life with Ben Coomber
In this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Ben Coomber - a multi-award-winning Coach, Speaker, and Author of “How to live an Awesome Life”. For 10 years Ben ran a #1 rated podcast called ’Ben Coomber Radio’ with over 20 million downloads, is the Founder & CEO of The BTN Academy - a Nutrition…
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: L-Glutamine for gut health - fad or fact?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week. Our listener question this week is “Recently I have seen a lot of people post on social media about L Glutamine, saying it has helped bloating and stomach cramps, as well as helping exercise recovery. Are these claims true? If…
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S9 E6: The productivity method with Grace Beverley
On this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Grace Beverley, founder and CEO of sustainably-made activewear brand TALA and fitness tech brand Shreddy. Grace's debut book 'Working Hard, Hardly Working' was an instant Sunday Times Bestseller and she also hosts her own podcast of the same name. -Grace's...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Re-establishing healthy habits in the postpartum period
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is “As a first time mum with a 7 week old, it is time to re-establish healthy habits. I am struggling to re-establish healthy habits around a busy and not so flexible schedule.”To find out more, check out The Female Factor book,...
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S9 E5: The lowdown on hormonal contraception
This week on The Food Medic podcast we are joined by Alice Pelton and Dr Fran, from The Lowdown - the UK's leading contraception review and subscriptions platform.This episode covers: The story behind The Lowdown What are your options? Different forms of contraception Pill-bashing and fear...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Will soya disrupt my hormones?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I am vegetarian. Soy is a good source of protein that I consume regularly. I have heard soy may cause a hormonal issue, I have also heard this is not true? Should we limit the amount of soy we consume in a week?”This comes up a…
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S9 E4: How to become a better communicator with Adrienne Herbert
Back for the third time, Adrienne Herbert shares her top tips when it comes to communicating effectively, drawing from her experience as a podcast host and international keynote speaker working with brands such as Microsoft, Apple and Google. Adrienne is the epitome of a digital entrepreneur,...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you eat straight after a workout?
Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I have heard it is very important to fuel our bodies after workouts to aid with recovery. Does the timeframe in which we refuel matter? Is it right away or within an hour?How much of a role does this time frame play in…
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S9 E3: How food and movement can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with Claire Pettitt
This episode explores the role of nutrition and lifestyle in managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Claire Pettitt, a dietitian working in both private practice and in academia, with a special interest in women’s health nutrition - especially PCOS and fertility. Find...
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Tips for competing during your menstrual cycle
Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes. This weeks listener question is: “I am really into Cross Fit but I can’t control my cycle around competitions and intense workouts. What would you recommend if a competition falls in my luteal phase of my...
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S9 E2: Creating healthy habits for busy people with David Birtwistle
This week I'm joined by David Birtwistle, a renowned online fitness and nutrition coach.He’s the founder and head coach of the personal online coaching company Endeavour Life, helping to integrate sustainable healthy habits into busy lives. And for those who don't know, he's also my…
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S9 Ask Dr Hazel: What should I eat before an exam?
Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes.This week's question is: “What should I eat before and during exams? I am sitting a 6 hour exam in a couple of months. There is a one hour break in the middle of the exam. We are not allowed allowed to have any...
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S9 E1: How to stop procrastinating and overcome self-sabotage
The Food Medic is back with season 9!I'm joined by Nawal Mustafa, a cognitive neuroscientist and a psychological health educator who goes by the name @thebraincoach on social media. Nawal's interests focus on understand the relationship between human behaviour, cognition and brain function and...
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S8 E11: TikTok therapy with Dr Julie
In the season 8 finale Dr Hazel is joined by TikTok sensation Dr Julie. Dr Julie is a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of professional experience but many of you will know her from Instragram and TikTok where she shares bite-sized mental health and motivational videos online, with a...
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E10 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after an evening workout?
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “If I am running late at night (when I can squeeze it in my day), should I be refuelling afterwards, because I know that aids recovery, or should I...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Food Medic podcast hosted by medical doctor, personal trainer, blogger, and author, Dr. Hazel Wallace. In this podcast you will hear from leading experts in their field who share evidence based advice on how we can live healthier lives and cut through the confusing information that we find online. For more information you can find Hazel at www.thefoodmedic.co.uk or on social media instagram, twitter, and facebook @TheFoodMedic. The Food Medic for Life books is out now which is available online on amazon and in most good book stores.
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