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“It’s Assaulting Your Organs!” Why Visceral Fat is So Dangerous to Men & How to Burn it in 12 Weeks - Professor Jimmy Bell

Episode 53

Monday, November 9, 2026 • Duration 55:06

There's a hidden fat inside you, wrapping around and squeezing your organs. It's incredibly dangerous, but how do you know if you should be concerned and more importantly...how do you destroy it?

Top metabolic expert Professor Jimmy Bell joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on the MAN ALIVE podcast to break down the meaning of visceral fat, why men should be concerned about it, and what they can do to get it to a healthy level in a sustainable way.

In this episode, we discuss BMI, gender differences in fat distribution, beer belly and fatty livers, ageing's impact on body composition, walking vs resistance training vs HIIT vs cardio, the importance of muscle mass, the rise of weight-loss medication, and much more...

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:59 Understanding Fat

03:00 Why Visceral Fat is Worrying

06:11 Why BMI Isn’t Good for Measuring Fat

08:12 Do Men Have More Visceral Fat Than Women?

09:38 The Danger of Beer Belly & Fatty Liver

12:32 How Age Impacts Body Composition

16:26 Simple Way to Estimate Visceral Fat

19:25 When Should We Worry About Our Visceral Fat?

21:53 Sumo Wrestlers vs Supermodels

28:57 Worst Habits for Visceral Fat

34:35 Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle

36:59 How Beneficial is Walking?

37:44 Resistance Training vs Cardio

41:47 12 Weeks to Destroy Visceral Fat

46:25 Jimmy’s View on Weight-Loss Medicine

49:52 The Importance of Muscle Mass for Longevity

51:42 The Future of Disease Prevention

53:23 One Message for Men

54:28 Where to Find Professor Bell

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#visceralfat #weightloss #menshealth

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“Are You Sure That’s MY Blood?!”: Justin Hawkins on Sobriety, Blood Test Results & Spice Girls Beef

Episode 54

Monday, November 2, 2026 • Duration 56:07

The rock 'n' roll lifestyle was exactly as Justin expected...loads of booze, loads of drugs, and not much sleep. At 51 years old, has his health taken a toll?

Justin Hawkins, lead singer of iconic rock band 'The Darkness' behind the smash hit 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love' meets leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster. Together, they break down Justin's blood test results and put his lifestyle under a magnifying glass to see which aspects of rockstar life have long-term impacts and which changes have been the most positive.

In this episode, we discuss prostate cancer, testosterone, cholesterol, heart health, meeting and working with Sir Brian May, why the Spice Girls didn't like Justin, what it's really like to perform in front of a crowd, whether Justin still gets nervous when headlining an arena show, and much more...

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00:00 Intro

00:45 Is Justin Ageing in Reverse?

03:45 The Rock ‘n’ Roll Lifestyle

05:39 Stories of Meeting Famous Musicians

08:03 The Experience of Being in Front of a Crowd

11:50 Justin’s Blood Test Results

17:40 Prostate

23:40 Testosterone

25:32 QRisk

30:44 20 Years of Sobriety

34:47 Health Goals

36:32 The Wheel of Health

45:28 Should We Prescribe Live Music?

50:21 How Justin Defines Success

51:43 Health Goals After the Podcast

52:55 Justin’s Advice for Men

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The Silent Crisis of Men's Mental Health: Doctor Explains Stress, Medication & Support

Episode 52

Monday, October 26, 2026 • Duration 23:26

Mental health issues are more prevalent today than they ever have been, and the difficulty of getting men to open up is something that needs addressing urgently.

In today's special episode of MAN ALIVE, leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster wants to equip you with the information behind why mental health is so dangerous, and practical ways to support those around you who are struggling.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:51 Previous Podcast Guests

01:54 Mental Health Isn’t New

02:26 You Need Some Stress

03:15 History of Mental Health Treatment

05:31 Are We Supposed to Be Happy?

06:36 Does Mental Health Impact Physical Health?

07:37 Who is More Vulnerable to Mental Health Issues?

09:29 Sex Differences in Mental Health

11:35 How to Look After Your Mental Health

15:18 Importance of Health Investigation

15:50 Medications for Mental Illness

19:52 How to Support a Mate You’re Worried About

22:04 Jeff’s Final Thoughts

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#menshealth #mentalhealth #doctor

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Reverend Richard Coles: “I'd Rather Die Young Than Go to the Gym?” - Blood Results, Mounjaro & Grief

Episode 47

Sunday, October 18, 2026 • Duration 44:30

Reverend Richard Coles has packed more into one life so far than most, but has he maintained his health along the way?

Author and broadcaster Reverend Richard Coles joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on the MAN ALIVE podcast this week to delve into men's health and ageing, as well as dissect his blood test results.

In this episode, we discuss Mounjaro and weight-loss, the health reality of I'm a Celeb, Richard's blood test results, his wild stint in Ibiza which led to him becoming a priest, the importance of routines like prayer and community, how men often approach grief and the limitations of it, and much more...

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:43 Is Richard Secretly 1000 Years Old?

02:06 Health Now vs 30 Years Ago

03:24 Richard’s Health Rating

04:06 Richard’s Weight-Loss Medication Journey

09:28 Losing Weight on I’m a Celeb

11:45 Richard’s Blood Test Results

23:24 The Wheel of Health

27:45 From Ibiza to Priesthood

31:46 Why Prayer Can Be Helpful

32:52 We Need Community in Modern Society

34:07 Helping Others With Grief

37:31 How Men Approach Grief

40:38 Richard’s Purpose

42:16 Health Goals

42:48 One Thing Men Can Do Today

43:24 Where to Find Richard

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“It’s All Bull***t”: Ultra Runner Debunks Couch to 5K and Fitness Fads | Tommy Lewis

Episode 42

Sunday, October 11, 2026 • Duration 46:41

Could your approach to running be the reason you keep getting injured or giving up?

Today on MAN ALIVE, ultrarunner and founder of That’s Runnable, Tommy Lewis, joins Dr Jeff Foster to discuss men’s biggest running mistakes, what he thinks Couch to 5K gets wrong and why running for weight loss can disappoint. They also explore running for mental health, fitness-watch obsession and whether you’re wasting money on electrolytes.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:43 Why Should Men Start Running?

03:26 Biggest Mistakes Men Make With Running

07:00 How to Start Running

07:50 Why Runners Need Strength Training

08:53 Running for Weight Loss

10:58 What Couch to 5K Gets Wrong

12:41 Finding Time to Exercise

16:26 Running for Mental Health

20:40 VO2 Max & Fitness-Data Obsession

25:57 How to Improve Your Fitness

KEVIN BISHOP: Quitting Alcohol, World's Best Steve Coogan Impression & Blood Test Results

Episode 49

Sunday, October 4, 2026 • Duration 49:00

Kevin Bishop says quitting alcohol was the best thing he ever did. But what do his blood test results reveal about his health today?Today on MAN ALIVE, the British actor and comedian joins Dr Jeff Foster to discuss sobriety, ADHD and living with Steve Coogan – with plenty of impressions along the way. Jeff also reveals Kevin’s blood test results, including a surprising testosterone reading.Timestamps:00:00 Intro

00:45 ADHD & Impressions

02:38 Living With Steve Coogan

05:09 ADHD Diagnosis & Medication

08:16 Growing Up As a Child Actor

11:17 Daily Life in the West End

16:42 Winding Down After a Show

18:03 Kevin’s Blood Test Results

19:57 Kevin’s Surprising Testosterone Result

24:09 Prostate Health & Testing

27:18 Quitting Alcohol & Sobriety

32:04 Reflecting on His Results

35:02 The Wheel of Health

36:00 Sex Drive in Your 40s

39:33 Joint Pain & Arthritis

43:16 Kevin’s Focus for the Next Decade

45:55 One Thing Men Can Start Today

47:58 Where to Find KevinMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy.

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The Uncomfortable Truth About Peptides

Episode 48

Sunday, September 27, 2026 • Duration 23:48

Peptides promise more muscle, faster recovery, weight loss and younger-looking skin. But what does the evidence say?

Today on MAN ALIVE, men’s health specialist and GP Dr Jeff Foster explains the difference between licensed medicines and unregulated peptides sold online.

He examines the claims around testosterone, muscle, recovery, skin and hair, and shares what happened to one patient’s blood test results after taking a stack of peptides.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:24 What Are Peptides?

01:07 Peptides & Testosterone

01:41 Can Peptides Help Build Muscle?

02:22 Peptides & Fat/Weight-loss

05:04 Peptides for Quicker Recovery

06:59 Peptides for Skin & Hair

09:54 Best Peptides for Men

11:48 Safety & Side Effects

17:10 Are Peptides Just Hype?

19:30 Will Peptides be Legalised?

Jamie Bigg (Giant From Gladiators): Revealing The Blood Test Results Of The World’s BIGGEST Bodybuilder

Episode 47

Monday, September 21, 2026 • Duration 55:36

He's a literal giant of a man, but will Jamie feel small as we put his real blood test results under the spotlight?

Today on MAN ALIVE, bodybuilder and Giant from BBC's Gladiators, Jamie Bigg, joins leading men's health specialist & NHS GP Dr Jeff Foster to talk men's health by getting to understand Jamie's fitness and diet routine as well as reveal and discuss his blood test results.

In this episode, we discuss Jamie's testosterone journey, his biggest lessons and insights from Gladiators, his typical week of fitness training and diet, why he chooses to wake up at 4:30am every morning, his steroid advice for young men, the importance of discipline and resilience, and much more...

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:02 Biggest Takeaways From Gladiators

02:06 Favourite Gladiators Memories

02:56 Gladiators Casting Process

04:46 Playing Giant at 40

06:29 Typical Week of Training

10:12 Training For a Bodybuilding Event

12:36 Maintaining Fitness While Travelling

14:19 Most Overrated Exercise

“I Would Only Trust 6 Supplements!”: Dr Xand Van Tulleken Exposes Wellness Industry Corruption

Episode 46

Sunday, September 13, 2026 • Duration 54:08

Online health information is so confusing now that even Doctors are struggling to keep up, is this a good thing or a bad thing for society?

Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by broadcaster and author Dr Xand Van Tulleken to decode the biggest issues with the wellness industry and discover who normal people can genuinely trust.

In the episode, they discuss wearable health trackers, secrets behind the supplement industry, how to know what to believe on social media, the shortcomings of conventional medicine, the rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Maunjaro, why Xand has an issue with how testosterone is marketed, and more...

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:57 Confusion & Contradiction in the Wellness Industry

02:57 Why Are We Optimising Ourselves?

04:30 Tracking Health on Wearable Tech

08:26 How Accurate is Smartwatch Data?

10:06 Xand’s Research on Supplements

15:26 The 6 Supplements Xand Trusts

19:47 Is Social Media a Net Positive for Health Information?

24:37 Has Conventional Medicine Failed Us?

32:05 Are Weight Loss Drugs a Miracle or a Concern?

36:23 Using Weight Loss Drugs When You Aren’t Obese

38:46 Xand’s Issue with Testosterone

44:04 Who Can You Trust?

48:27 One Thing Men Should Start Doing Today

52:43 Where to Find Xand

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SIMON BRODKIN: Blood Test Results, Pranking Trump & Men’s Health

Episode 45

Monday, September 7, 2026 • Duration 41:45

What happens inside your body moments before you prank the most powerful man on the planet on live television? We find out today…

Comedian and prankster Simon Brodkin joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE for another important conversation on men’s health as well as revealing Simon’s blood test results.

In this episode, we discuss Simon’s past life as a junior Doctor, Simon’s sleep problems, his blood test results, his experiences with ADHD and more.

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