The Food Clinic Podcast

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by ophthalmologist otherwise known as a eye surgeon, Dr Aijing Wang, to explore the often-overlooked connection between nutrition and your vision.We talk about how silent conditions like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to gradual, preventable blindness, as well as eye-friendly nutrients proven to help protect your vision, this is a conversation that proves your eyes aren’t just windows to the soul, they’re a reflection of your whole-body health.I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Dr Aijing Wang is a UK-trained ophthalmologist and eye surgeon with experience across cataract surgery, paediatric ophthalmology, medical retina, and oculoplastics. She graduated from UCL Medical School in 2017 and secured a competitive ophthalmology training post in 2019. Her clinical work is complemented by a strong academic background, with presentations at national conferences and publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Sian Mitchell, a gynaecologist, to talk about something that affects a significant number of women globally - polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS.We dig into what it is and how it’s diagnosed. More importantly, we focus on how insulin, inflammation, and even our diets can influence symptoms, from irregular cycles and excess hair growth to fertility.If you’ve ever wondered whether food really makes a difference, we’re about to find out!I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Dr Sian Mitchell is an obstetrics and gynaecology registrar in London. She graduated from Imperial College London in 2015 and completed a Bsc in Reproductive and Developmental Sciences as an undergraduate. She has an interest in early pregnancy, endometriosis and gynae-oncology and is currently undertaking her gynaecological scan fellowship and is completing her research MD on ovarian tumours. She is also a director of Modern-Day Medics CIC.

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by trichologist Ebuni Ajiduah, a specialist in hair and scalp health, with a focus on natural and Afro-textured hair.We explore the deeper reasons behind hair thinning, hair loss, and breakage - and challenge the idea that hair health starts with expensive oils or miracle supplements.From the role of nutrition and stress, to common deficiencies, we unpack what it really means to care for your hair from the inside out.I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Ebuni Ajiduah is a qualified trichologist specialising in Afro-textured hair and hair loss solutions. With a background in professional hairstyling and a strong focus on natural hair health, she helps clients understand and treat scalp and follicle-related concerns from the inside out.Ebuni has styled for London Fashion Week, London Collections Men, and international events in Dubai, Nigeria and the Netherlands. In 2019, she was recognised with the Outstanding Trichologist – Newcomer award for her contributions to the field.

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Remi Mogekwu, a gynaecologist, to explore a condition that’s affecting at least one in ten women - endometriosis.We unpack the classic symptoms like pelvic pain, painful sex, and cycle disruption as well as where conventional medicine meets lifestyle, from hormone therapy and surgery to the role that diet might play in managing symptoms. Whether you or someone you know lives with this condition, this conversation helps shed light on what’s often been misunderstood. I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Dr Remi Mogekwu is a London based Obstetrics and Gynaecology registrar.  She graduated from King’s College London in 2014 and obtained a Master’s in Women’s health and reproductive science from University College London in 2013. She has a keen interest in women’s health education having spoken and presented at community workshops and larger scale events.

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Ebun Oluwole, a skin doctor, otherwise known as a dermatologist.We explore the deep link between the skin and what’s happening inside the body - including how inflammation, blood sugar, diet, and even stress can show up on your face. From acne and eczema to wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, we dive into how nutrition, sleep, and simple daily choices impact the health and appearance of your skin.Whether you're worried about breakouts, ageing, or just want to understand what your skin is telling you, this episode is for you.I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Dr Ebun Oluwole is a Dermatology trainee Registrar working in the UK. She has a passion for helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their skin. She studied medicine at King's College London, and obtained an intercalated BSc in Medical Ethics and Law. She has presented at several national and international dermatology meetings and conferences. Nutritional dermatology, general dermatology and hair care are some of her specialist interests.

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Olaolu Olabintan, a gut doctor, otherwise known as a gastroenterologist.We explore the deep connection between the brain and our gut - how stress and emotions can influence symptoms, the gut microbiome, as well as his top red flags to be on the lookout for. From irritable bowel syndrome to ulcers and more, this episode dives into how the gut truly reflects our internal balance. I’m your host Dr Yemisi Bokinni and welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast!Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicAbout our guest Dr Olaolu Olabintan is a gastroenterology trainee registrar with special interest in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, and nutrition. He graduated with distinction from King’s College London in 2015. In 2012, he was recognised as a one of the top 100 black future leaders. He is also the co-founder of Modern Day Medics CIC.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Food Clinic Podcast! I’m your host, Dr Yemisi Bokinni, and in this episode I’m introducing something new, something that goes beyond listening.It’s called The Food Clinic Challenge - a 21-day health reset built on evidence-based, plant-based actions that target core health mechanisms like inflammation, gut imbalance, insulin resistance and hormonal shifts.Each day, you’ll take one simple step linked directly to insights from the expert doctors featured in Season 2 — from gut health and dermatology to gynaecology, eye health, hair health and more.You’ll get a full toolkit, including a downloadable calendar to track your progress.This is about reconnection, not restriction. I’ll be doing it alongside you.Download your free 21-day Food Clinic Challenge Toolkit here Or at: https://dryemisi.com/thefoodclinic

Before Season 2 of The Food Clinic Podcast launches on June 30th, we’re inviting you to watch something a little different.Over half of the world’s calories come from just three foods - rice, corn and wheat. But there’s a world of nourishing, culturally significant foods out there that are often overlooked.In our new short YouTube documentary, The Superfood Map of Brixton, we explore the powerful ingredients found in one of South London’s most vibrant markets. It’s a story about diversity, health, and the foods that connect us.You can watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXksRBfUjWcAnd set a notification for the full documentary, launching June 14th: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs0OiFk1MzoSeason 2 of the podcast returns soon - with specialist doctors, practical science, and a 21-day challenge rooted in nutrition and function. Until then, we hope you enjoy the film.

Studies have shown that as little as a 5 to 10-point drop in blood pressure can cut the risk of stroke by 30 per cent. This is the final episode of Season 1, and we'll be exploring the all-important issue of hypertension, and I'll give a countdown of five effective ways for lowering your blood pressure.It's been great fun interviewing such an array of amazing guests, receiving your audio questions and engaging with you all online, and i'm even more excited for Season 2 which launches very soon!In the meantime, our weekly newsletters continue, so for book giveaways, nutrition tips and more, be sure to subscribe at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinic and let's connect on instagram @DrYemisibokinni instagram.com/dryemisibokinniUntil next time...

In this episode, I catch up with Senior Pharmacist, Kwame Peprah, and we dissect the longstanding debate on whether or not vitamins and supplements are actually worth it. How the pandemic brought to our attention the importance of some crucial vitamins. How too much of a good thing can lead to detrimental effects; whether or not cost correlates with quality, and finally his advice on what we all should and shouldn't be taking. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This week's giveaway is a book by author and nutritionist Mascha Davis titled, 'Eat Your Vitamins'. In it, you'll find a comprehensive guide on using foods to get the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your body needs. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicNext Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: What momentous event highlighted the importance of Vitamin D? 

Fish has long been considered one of the healthiest foods, but due to the build-up of toxic chemicals and heavy metals in our seas, some advocate that we limit consumption. Is it all hype, or fact? and do the health benefits of eating fish outweigh any of the potential risks? Is eating fish healthy? For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicConnect with me on Instagram:  instagram.com/dryemisibokinni

In this week's episode I catch up with nutritional psychologist Emily Mbelenga, and we explore the all too common issue of stress eating, as well as her top hack for identifying our patterns and triggers, which is often the first step to finding lasting solutions. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This week's giveaway is a book by author, Lorna Salmon titled ‘The Calm Kitchen’. In it, you'll find a food-based approach to self-care and mental well-being. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicNext Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: What recent momentous event lead to Emily's stress eating? 

How about coffee as medicine, and yes, decaf included? It’s a suggestion that sounds so bizarre, but it's not. Originally hailing from Ethiopia in East Africa, it turns out that a range of powerful plant chemicals in coffee are pretty good at protecting our liver. Considering all the potential damage caused by excess alcohol, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and a load of other toxins, this episode is one not to miss. Today we'll be exploring how coffee protects our liver. For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicConnect with me on Instagram:  instagram.com/dryemisibokinni

In honour of sickle cell awareness month, in this week's episode, I catch up with specialist dietician Claudine Matthews, a world-renowned expert on the theme of nutrition in sickle cell. We explore evidence-based nutrition tips for Sickle Cell Warriors.About Claudine Claudine is a specialist dietician with over 13 years of clinical experience in the NHS in the UK. She has dedicated the last 8 years to pioneering the nutrition landscape in Sickle Cell Disease and is the author of the world's first National Nutrition Standards for Sickle Cell. Claudine is currently in her final year of a PhD with her research focussing on integrating nutrition into sickle cell healthcare provision. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This week's giveaway is a book by author and dietician, Emily Cooper, titled ‘The Easy Superfoods Cookbook’. In it, you'll find 75 Fuss-Free, Nutrition-Packed Recipes. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicOn Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: Which three vitamins did Claudine name as crucial antioxidants? 

In this week’s episode, I’ll be answering your questions, and we’ll touch on everything from our diet and genes to the cancer-fighting properties of food, PCOS and heavy periods. Got questions? Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here: dryemisi.com/questions For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicConnect with me on Instagram:  instagram.com/dryemisibokinni

In this episode, I catch up with Faridah Kekere-Ekun the founder of the fast-growing herbal tea brand, Sari Teas. Determined to see the health benefits of African medicinal herbs valued and acknowledged on a global scale, Faridah has big plans. We explore her personal journey with African herbs. Why ginger from a small town in Northern Nigeria is considered among the best in the world and her Top 3 herbs and their health benefits. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! In the spirit of tea, this week's giveaway is a book by author, Rachel Theample titled ‘Tonics and teas: traditional and modern remedies that make you feel amazing’. In it, you'll find practical guides on putting some everyday herbs to good use. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicNext Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: What were Faridah’s Top 3 herbs?The winner will be announced on my Instagram page @DrYemisiBokinni next Saturday. 

If you were asked to name five fermented foods, you might struggle to get past sauerkraut and kimchi, the German and Korean forms of fermented cabbage. Or perhaps miso, a fermented soya bean paste. If we go anything by observing trends in the media, it's easy to believe that only a handful of foods fall into this category. However, if you're of African heritage then you might be surprised to learn that garri and fufu are made from fermented cassava, while ogi is a fermented corn porridge. Injera is a fermented pancake made from teff grains. These are all part of the mix too!Today we'll be exploring 3 health benefits of fermented foods.Got questions? Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here: dryemisi.com/questions For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicConnect with me on Instagram:  instagram.com/dryemisibokinni

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Yao Mfodwo who happens to be a medical doctor, cacao farmer and award-winning chocolatier. We explore how his work with the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer led to his discovery of a surprising effect of cacao, Its health benefits and finally what he's doing to ensure Ghanian cacao farmers benefit economically from its myriad uses. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY!This week's giveaway is a book by the publisher Aster titled The Cacao Cookbook, and in it you'll learn more about the myriad health benefits of cacao as well as 50 delicious recipes to put to the test. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicNext Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: What pharmaceutical drug did Dr Yao work on that led to his interest in cacao farming?The winner will be announced on my Instagram page @DrYemisiBokinni next Saturday. 

The likes of Suya, Jerk Chicken and other forms of BBQ meats are considered major hazards to our health, but the key herbs of rosemary, garlic and onion might actually make all the difference. It's one hack definitely not to skip. Today we'll be discussing the scientific reasons behind why you must season your meat.Got questions? Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here: dryemisi.com/questions For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicConnect with me on Instagram:  instagram.com/dryemisibokinni

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Anita Phung, a medical doctor with a wealth of experience in lifestyle medicine. We explore how being faced with the risk of developing diabetes herself, caused her to make a major change in her personal life. The power of intermittent fasting, and of course her Top 3 nutrition tips for tackling diabetes.  THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY!This week's giveaway is a book recommended by Dr Anita. The New York Times bestseller, Atomic Habits by James Clear which explores how even the smallest changes in our lives can be truly transformative. To enter, subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinicNext Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: What were Anita’s Top 3 nutrition tips for tackling diabetes? The winner will be announced on my Instagram page @DrYemisiBokinni next Saturday.