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Welcome to The Wellness Breakdown where we explore the tricky world of wellness, discover what's new and interesting but more importantly weed out the fakes.
In seasons 1-4 our two hosts, Eve Kalinik and Rose Ferguson, set challenges for each other to try a fad diet, test a heath gadget or explore an issue that's become the latest craze and report back.
For Season 5 the focus will be more on issues that are personal to them and their listeners, so less of the challenges and more discussion around these subjects.
Rose Ferguson is a nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner & Eve Kalinik is a nutritional therapist and author.
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Rituals have been used for thousands of years and in a modern world that is ever changeable and anxiety provoking, they can provide us with a sense of stability and calm. This episode explores why we need to bring rituals into our routine and how they can help us find magic in the everyday activities like your morning coffee and even making the bed. Sharing her wisdom is our guest Jo Woodhurst, head of nutrition at Ancient + Brave whose brand MO is centred around rituals and how much they ...
Artificial sweeteners are in EVERYTHING but with their ubiquitous use, are they really a healthier alternative to sugar? Or could they have some ‘not so sweet’ side effects? We explore what artificial sweeteners are, how they can impact on metabolism, gut health and even potentially increasing a reliance on sugar. We also touch on natural sweeteners and newer sugar subs like stevia and how these stack up. If you have a sweet tooth you’ll want to listen to this one! This episode is spons...
In this modern, fast paced and attention capturing world is it any wonder many of us are finding it so difficult to sleep? In this episode we explore the rising tide of anxiety and stress, how digital devices and doom scrolling promotes sleep procrastination, the impact of hormonal fluctuations, circadian rhythms and the low hanging fruit we sometimes ignore. Supplements are also big business with sleep so we invited on Hayley Dawes, founder of CBD based Dreem Distillery to give her...
Tap versus filter? Mineral versus spring? Still versus sparkling? What might seem simple, has become a controversial topic so in this week’s episode we talk around water. We look at some of the questions and concerns, how much we need to drink, types of filtration systems available, and even touch on the trend of enormous drinking cups. If you get confused with conflicting opinions on the topic of water you'll want to listen to this one. This episode is sponsored by Ancient ...
Most of us experience food cravings but what might they be revealing and how can we begin to understand more about them? In this week's episode we talk around the myriad influences on cravings to include sleep, hormones, neurotransmitters, stress, food restriction and external cues such as food advertising. Are we conditioned to crave certain foods? What is the bigger emotional picture going on? And how can we lean into food cravings with curiosity and compassion to gain a deeper understand...
Are omega 3’s really worth supplementing? Omega 3's seem to be one of the most ubiquitous supplements but do we really to pill pop them and are the claims justified? Overwhelming evidence shows eating foods that contain Omega 3 like oily fish, grass fed meat and algae, suport almost every part of our body - from our cognitive and cardiovascular health to reducing inflammation and lowering blood pressure. However research shows the same can’t necessarily be said for supplements. So who, if ...
What are the 3 P's? Most of us have heard of probiotics, maybe prebiotics but not all of us know about postbiotics... In this episode we explore the 3 P's, what they do and why we need them. From Kefir to Kimchi, Sauerkraut to Sourdough with butter... see it's not all bad! We talk about why bloating and farting is not necessarily a bad thing and how only one tablespoon of fermented foods a day can change our gut microbiome. So let's celebrate the gas people! This episode is sponso...
Are you a hard core meditator? Or do you find the whole thing a little intimidating, or frankly dull? Whatever your relationship with meditation we talk about finding ways that work for you including sensory styles, sound flooding, breathing exercises and mindful eating with chocolate. We reckon we have you covered! Listen in to find out more. This episode is sponsored by Ancient + Brave and produced by Elisa Kennedy. Thank you for listening and if you like the show please give us a good ...
Did you know that getting sick is actually good for us? This week we chat about how we can support and mitigate factors which can impact on our immune system. From diet to environment, emotional wellbeing to cleaning products there might be some things you wouldn’t ever consider! But for many of us, getting a bit dirty and sometimes a bit sick, can actually be a good thing! Listen in to find out more. This podcast is sponsored by Ancient + Brave and produced by Elisa Kennedy. Tha...
It’s the start of new year and rather than talking resolutions we are embracing goal setting. What does it mean? Can they be useful? How can we set and consistently meet our goals? We talk Dry Jan, food, exercise, vision boards and mindset goals like boundary setting. Can Rose stick to her digital detox? And can Eve learn to say more no’s? Listen to the episode to find out! This podcast is sponsored by Ancient + Brave and produced by Elisa Kennedy Thank you for listening and if you l...
We’re back with series 6 of The Wellness Breakdown and this is our special Christmas Episode dedicated to helping you enjoy the festive season without losing yourself. Rose and Eve offer advise on how to eat what you like without the bloated Christmas feeling, why it’s important to preserve time for yourself over the festive period and suggest tips on dealing with tricky relatives. Plus, cocktails that taste so good you’d never think they were alcohol free! We speak to the wonderf...
How can I live longer and better? What supplement will make me more youthful? In the last of the current series we discuss the topic of longevity which has become a really popular biohacking subject in recent years. Can certain supplements or protocols promise the elixir of youth? Or is it just a lot more simple than that? If you want to know your resveratrol from your NAD+ or if you are looking for some more simple life hacks to support optimum health we’ve included them all in this...
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode does refer to binge eating and eating disorders at points throughout. Yo-yo dieting aka the binge-purge cycle is something that has been around for decades and even though it gets rebranded with other descriptions like detoxes or surrounded with phrases like ‘cheat days’ it’s still the same thing. Basically moving from periods of (often extreme) restriction to going all out. We both feel quite passionate about how detrimental this cycle can be so in this week’...
Is bread all bad? We are a nation of bread lovers but we're also constantly told we should eat less of it. But IS ALL BREAD BAD? In this episode we explore some of the reasons bread got it's 'bad boy' reputation. Why more and more people are not tolerating it and discuss how today's farming techniques and supermarket breads may be a contributing factor. Thankfully we also discover that some breads are actually good and Eve tries unsuccessfully to persuade Rose to bake her own so...
Fat jabs, skinny jabs, you will have heard about the controversial 'quick fix' semaglutides being used to lose weight quickly. It’s been splashed all over the media in recent years and with major celebrity endorsement we wanted to talk about the rise of semaglutide aka Ozempic and Wagovy as its trade name descriptions would call it. Is this the 'wonder weight loss drug' that some report? Or does it have some seriously bad side effects? What might also be the broader implications of promot...
How do I know if I'm perimenopausal? Brain fog, night sweats, anxiety, weight gain, insomnia, all of these could be symptoms of the perimenopause. This week we look at perimenopause - what is it exactly and what are some of the changes we might expect to feel both physically and mentally. We talk about the vast array of symptoms, the possible role of HRT and some of the empowering choices we can make nutrition, lifestyle and supplement wise to help support perimenopause. We al...
Is modern living hammering our adrenals and how can we manage our stress response? In this episode we discuss what adrenal health really means. How do the adrenals influence symptoms and systems in the body including immune system health, hormone balancing, metabolism and managing inflammation? We also differentiate between positive and negative stress, look at stress eating and ways we can actively help to support the adrenals and a healthy stress response. This podcast is spo...
Are you always tired? Got low energy and constantly getting colds? Do you have psoriasis, eczema or asthma? You might be deficient in Vitamin D. In this episode we dig into vitamin D, why it isn’t strictly speaking a 'vitamin’ but how important it is for our overall health. We talk about how can we make sure we get enough of it and what happens to us if we don’t? Spoiler: it is VERY hard to find many systems of the body that are not impacted by vitamin D! So ...
What is matcha and is it better for you than coffee? How do you make it and why do people drink it? In this episode we take a look at matcha. Its origins, how to drink it, what differentiates a good matcha from a ‘junk' matcha and how to best source as well as its health benefits. Is it worth the expensive price tag? And could it be a healthier alternative to coffee? Listen to find out more! This podcast is sponsored by Ancient & Brave and produced by Elisa Kennedy With kind insight...
Is oat milk better than cows milk? Are fake meats better than real meat? Is a plant-based diet the answer? In this episode we discuss the confusing, often misleading and controversial subjects of plant-based milks and meats. Should we be swapping out our milks for plant-based alternatives or not? And if we are what are the kinds of things should we look out for to meet potential nutritional gaps? And if you are thinking of going plant-based, the correct way, we’ve shared a few of...
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