The Food Medic – Details, episodes & analysis

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 answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance. In this episode, Dr. Wallace answers: How do you navigate coming off the pill and what can you expect? How can you prevent poor sleep in the week before your period? What are the most common myths and misconceptions in women’s health – and what would you like to see change first? Dr Wallace encourages women to rethink their relationship with their cycles, viewing them as a vital part of their health journey. To dive deeper into this perspective, check out her new book, ‘Not Just a Period.’ It offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and embracing menstrual health, with the goal of inspiring a more informed and empowered approach to overall well-being. Stay up to date with the latest health advice, recipes, insights, and updates from Dr. Hazel Wallace and The Food Medic community. ----- Dr. Hazel Wallace Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drhazelwallace/⁠ The Food Medic Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thefoodmedic/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thefoodmedic/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/Thefoodmedic⁠ ----- Not Just A Period – New Book A groundbreaking guide to understanding your cycle, hormones, and health.Coming 22nd May 2025. Pre-order now: ⁠https://linktr.ee/notjustaperiod⁠ The Food Medic App Learn more: ⁠https://www.thefoodmedic.co.uk/about-the-food-medic-hub⁠ Weekly Newsletter Subscribe here: ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62b5a28d76b1bf772c403012⁠ ----- For inquiries or collaborations: General: ⁠info@thefoodmedic.co.uk⁠ Partnerships: ⁠nora@themillaragency.com⁠ Explore More from The Food Medic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) and skin health. The episode covers: How do hormonal changes during different life stages (menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause) affect the skin? What role do hormones play in maintaining skin balance, and how can their fluctuations contribute to conditions like acne, rosacea, and eczema? What specific skin issues are linked to conditions like PCOS, and how can they be managed? What practical advice is given for managing hormone-related skin concerns, including skincare routines and lifestyle changes? What is the scientific evidence behind collagen supplements for skin health? What common myths about women’s health and hormones (especially around HRT) are addressed and debunked? So, after hearing how hormones impact everything from breakouts to sensitivity, you might be rethinking how you approach your skin. What’s one thing you’ve learned from this episode that could change the way you care for your skin? Stay up to date with the latest health advice, recipes, insights, and updates from Dr. Hazel Wallace and The Food Medic community. ----- Dr. Hazel Wallace Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhazelwallace/ The Food Medic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefoodmedic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefoodmedic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Thefoodmedic ----- Not Just A Period – New Book A groundbreaking guide to understanding your cycle, hormones, and health.Coming 22nd May 2025. Pre-order now: https://linktr.ee/notjustaperiod The Food Medic App Learn more: https://www.thefoodmedic.co.uk/about-the-food-medic-hub Weekly Newsletter Subscribe here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62b5a28d76b1bf772c403012 ----- For inquiries or collaborations: General: info@thefoodmedic.co.uk Partnerships: nora@themillaragency.com Explore More from The Food Medic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 their purpose How to get faster at running Strength training alongside running Trainers and running kit : whats essential? Fuelling up before and during a run To try RUNNA for 2 weeks free use the code HAZEL at checkout https://www.runna.com/join (#ad affiliate) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Kelly Mc Nulty, a PhD student at Northumbria University investigating the effects of the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive use on performance, recovery, and adaptation in sportswomen. They chat all about how periods affect strength and performance in sport and exercise. Topics covered include:* Training around the menstrual cycle* Differences in strength and performance across the menstrual cycle* Injury susceptibility, recovery and sleep at different phases of the menstrual cycle* Period tracking methods* Oral contraceptive use and the impact on strength and performance* The menstrual cycle changes during the pandemic. Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe if you enjoyed this podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to season 5 of The Food Medic podcast. On this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Joe O Brien. Joe is currently completing a doctorate in Health Psychology and runs the Instagram page @headfirst0. In this episode they talk about new years resolutions, breaking and making habits, emotional eating and binge eating disorders, and the psychology of online dating.Make sure to check out @thefoodmedic on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for more informative posts on health and nutrition.Enjoy this podcast? Please leave us a review and 5 star rating! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the season finale, Hazel is Joined by Dr Amile Inusa. Amile is a Junior Doctor and co-host of the podcast, Life After The Letters. They chat about life as junior doctor - and to what to expect for all the new doctors starting in August - taking less conventional routes in training, juggling side projects alongside medicine, supporting your mental health working in healthcare, and racism in the NHS.DID YOU LOVE THIS SEASON? PLEASE LET US KNOW BY LEAVING A REVIEW AND 5 STAR RATING - SEE YOU AGAIN NEXT TIME! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Dr Hazel sits down with Anita Bean - Registered Nutritionist specialising in sports nutrition, published author (of 29 books!), and former British bodybuilding champion. Anita is also the nutritionist for the London Marathon and Good Housekeeping.In this episode they cover:- The benefits of a plant based diet for health and performance- Nutrients that are a bit more tricky to obtain from a plant based diet.- Good plant-based protein sources and meeting protein requirements.- Low carbohydrate diets in athletes.- Gut issues in athletes following a plant based diet.- Plant based examples of what to eat before, during, and after exercise.- Carb-loading before an endurance event.- Hydration and electrolyte replacement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This podcast episode includes some sensitive and potentially triggering content relating to eating disorders and body image. This week we are joined by Roz Purcell - former model and miss Universe contestant, now a bestselling cookery writer, host of the Bite Back Podcast and creator of the Hike Life community.Dr Hazel chats to Roz about her career as a model and turbulent relationship with her body and food, and how that has evolved over the years, how she avoids the pressure of having the perfect instagram profile and has learnt to be content in her own skin, sustainable fashion and food! If you have been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, or are looking for additional support, please visit https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this two part episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Angela Saini, an award-winning science journalist who holds Masters degrees in Engineering from The University of Oxford, and in Science and Security from King’s College London. Angela is also author of the books Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong and Superior: The Return of Race Science.In part 2 they discuss her second book Superior: the return of race science. They discuss the history of race science and Eugenics, why race science is re-emerging, racial disparities in healthcare - including COVID-19, and ancestry tests. Thank you for listening and please do join in on the conversation and keep it going.Resources to support the #BlackLivesMatter Movement and Anti-racism.Links to donate (copy and paste into your browser): Black Lives Matter - https://blacklivesmatter.com/Black Minds Matter - https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/Black LGBTQIA+ Therapy Fund https://www.gofundme.com/f/black-lgbtqia-therapy-fund?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1Black protest Legal Support UK - https://uk.gofundme.com/f/black-protest-legal-support-ukVictim funds - https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/#victimsReading:Me and White Supremacy - Layla F. SaadSo You Want to Talk About Race - Ijeoma OluoI Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - Maya AngelouI Am Not Your Baby Mother - Candice BraithwaiteBrit(ish) - Afua HirschDon’t touch my hair - Emma Dabiri Why I am no longer talking to white people about race - Reni Eddo-LodgeHow to be an Anti-racist - Ibram X.Kendi PodcastsThe NodIntersectionality Matters!Code SwitchPod save the peopleNew York Times: 1619About Race Scene on the radioWhite Lies Slay In your LaneWatch13thJust MercyAmerican SonThe Hate U GiveWhen They See UsI Am Not Your Negro*THESE LISTS ARE NOT EXHAUSTIVE* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this two part episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Angela Saini, an award-winning science journalist who holds Masters degrees in Engineering from The University of Oxford, and in Science and Security from King’s College London. Angela is also author of the books Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong and Superior: The Return of Race Science.In part 1 they discuss the effect of sexism on scientific research, how scientists often reinforce sex and gender stereotypes - instead of challenging them, and how sexism influences social beliefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices