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Zoë Harcombe

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Diet and Health Today Podcast

Come and enjoy Zoë Harcombe and guests chat about what’s important to you in the world of Diet & Health Today. This show has something for everyone who’s concerned about their own health and the health of their family and friends, with up-to-date science, advice and tips from leading diet, health and exercise professionals.

5 SEPT

Zoë chats with Dr Ben Bikman about the use and effects of GLP-1 Agonists (Semaglutide - Ozempic and Wegovy)

In this episode, Zoë chats with Dr Benjamin Bikman about GLP-1 agonists, a class of drugs used for weight loss and diabetes management. They discuss the role of GLP-1 in metabolism, the effects of GLP-1 agonists on weight loss and insulin sensitivity, and the potential side effects and limitations of these drugs. Dr Bikman explains how GLP-1 agonists slow down intestinal movement, leading to feelings of nausea and reduced appetite. He also discusses the paradox of these drugs stimulating the growth of new fat cells while promoting weight loss. Full show notes and video over at https://www.zoeharcombe.com

1h 10m
15 AUG

Zoë chats with Dr Ahmad Malik about prioritising patient values in medical care

In this conversation, I chat with Dr Ahmad Malik, a foot and ankle surgeon, about his experience in the medical field and the impact of guidelines on patient care. We discuss the influence of guidelines on medical decision-making, the commercialisation and privatisation of the NHS, and the erosion of clinical expertise. Ahmad shares his concerns about the de-skilling of surgeons and the focus on efficiency over patient-centered care. He emphasises the importance of critical thinking and individualised treatment in medicine.

1h 8m
27 JUN

Zoë chats with Dr Lindsay Browning about the importance of sleep

Dr Lindsay Browning is an international sleep expert, psychologist and best-selling author. In this conversation we discuss the importance of sleep and the misconceptions surrounding it. Dr Browning explains that sleep cycles consist of different stages, including deep sleep and REM sleep and that it is normal to wake up multiple times during the night. Dr Lindsay Browning discusses the importance of sleep and provides insights into improving sleep quality. She explains the impact of technology, stress, and caffeine on sleep, as well as the role of circadian rhythms and jet lag. Dr. Browning also shares tips for managing insomnia and the benefits of napping. For full show notes and video interview, please visit www.zoeharcombe.com

1h 3m
6 JUN

Zoë chats with Guy Ben Zvi about Omega3 and fish oils

I really enjoyed this interview. I learned lots and I found Guy’s answers to what seemed like basic questions very interesting. In an hour we covered: Why Guy became interested in omega-3 in the first place? For him and his family; The three top dietary factors that he thinks are part of chronic disease; The forms in which omega-3 comes and what the balance should be and many more fascinating questions. For full show notes and video interview, please visit www.zoeharcombe.com

1h 3m
23 MAY

Zoë chats with Dr Christy Kesslering about metabolic health and cancer

In this conversation, Dr. Christy Kesslering discusses the connection between cancer and metabolic health. She shares her journey as a radiation oncologist and how she discovered the importance of insulin in cancer development. Dr. Kesslering emphasises the role of markers in assessing metabolic health and guiding dietary interventions. She also discusses the evidence for the efficacy of diet in cancer treatment and the use of fasting in combination with keto diets. For full show notes and video interview, please visit www.zoeharcombe.com

52 min
25 APR

Zoë chats with James Goolnik about dental health

Dentist James Goolnik discusses the connection between dentistry and nutrition, specifically focusing on the impact of sugar on dental health. He emphasizes the importance of regular dental checkups and explains how dentists can identify early signs of tooth decay and oral cancer. For detailed shownotes, transcript and video, visit https://www.zoeharcombe.com

1h 2m
28 MAR

Zoë chats with Nick Thompson, aka The Holistic Vet

Nick Thompson is a vet. He has been fighting for responsible, species-appropriate raw food feeding for pets for over 25 years. His tireless drive for healthy pets from birth to graceful old age brought him to raw feeding in the mid-1990s. We struggled to keep this to an hour covering so much of interest to animal lovers and pet owners – as well as anyone interested in diet and health… For video of interview and transcript, visit https://zoeharcombe.com

1h 15m
29 FEB

Gary Taubes and Zoë chat about science, diabetes, journalism and books

In this really varied podcast (a bit over an hour), Gary and Zoë cover topics from bad science to sugar. There were many prepared questions, but the first question took a really interesting direction, which led to the uncovering of many varied topics. For video and transcript, visit https://zoeharcombe.com

1h 13m

Come and enjoy Zoë Harcombe and guests chat about what’s important to you in the world of Diet & Health Today. This show has something for everyone who’s concerned about their own health and the health of their family and friends, with up-to-date science, advice and tips from leading diet, health and exercise professionals.

Creator

Zoë Harcombe
Years Active

2011 - 2024
Episodes

82
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Zoe Harcombe
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