We’ve all heard the term ‘sleep apnoea’ doing the rounds, but what does it really mean? And what does it have to do with weight and weight loss? Helen is joined in this bonus short episode by sleep specialist Dr Mark Perera, who tells us exactly what sleep apnoea is, who might be affected, and what you can do about it. He explains how being overweight can increase your chances of experiencing this condition, and just how beneficial achieving a healthier weight can be for your sleep and overall health. Dr Mark Perera is a GP and Men’s Health and Sleep Medicine Lead at Boots Online Doctor. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr Mark PereraBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all know how important sleep is for our daily routines, but what’s it got to do with weight loss, and can it really help? This week, host Helen Thorn and resident co-host Dr Sam are joined by Boots Online Doctor’s sleep expert Dr Mark Perera. Together, they’ll explore how sleep impacts everything in our bodies from hormone levels and muscle mass, to cravings and stress. Find out how much sleep you really need and get tips and advice on improving your sleep, like when best to exercise, recording your sleep, what makes a good bedtime routine and more – there are even some foods that could help you drift off more easily! Dr Sam is Lead GP for Lifestyle Medicine at Boots Online Doctor, as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Dr Mark Perera is a GP and Men’s Health and Sleep Medicine Lead at Boots Online Doctor. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr Mark Perera Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli Seymour Executive Producer: Izzie Clarke Music composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 360° 00:18 Meet the experts 00:58 Intro to today’s topic 01:42 What does sleep have to do with weight loss? 02:20How sleep affects our hormones 04:48 Is rest the same as sleep? 06:08 What happens if we get less than the recommended amount of sleep? 07:44 Sleep and muscle mass 08:31 How lack of sleep affects cravings 10:04 What is the impact of stress on our bodies? 10:47 How to improve your sleep 14:02 How alcohol affects sleep 15:00 Foods that could help improve your sleep 16:52 The benefit of recording your sleep 19:00 When is the best time to exercise for good sleep? 19:19 What to do if you’ve tried everything 20:15 Top tips for successSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This bonus short episode of Weight Loss 360° is a men’s health special with special guest Dr David Gwynne, Boots Online Doctor GP and expert in men’s health and weight loss. Together, he and resident host Helen will be taking a look at how achieving a healthy weight can help reinvigorate your sex life. From improving circulation and addressing erectile dysfunction to increasing testosterone levels, confidence and energy – they lift the lid on the many ways weight loss can be of benefit to your body and the bedroom. Dr David Gwynne is a GP who has worked in medicine for over 20 years and is also Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Boots Online Doctor. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Read more expert lifestyle advice for erectile dysfunction: https://tinyurl.com/ED-lifestyle-advice Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr David GwynneBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we’re talking about the D-word: diets. While dieting can sometimes result in quicker physical weight loss, over time it can negatively impact your overall health and even how you feel about yourself. That’s why we want to knock down the narrative around diet culture and help you find a route to long-term, healthy weight loss with no dieting involved. Tune in to our host Helen and co-hosts Dr Sam and nutritionist Ruth as they discuss why we should ditch diet culture, and how. They’ll share helpful tips on changing your relationship with food, what to do if you get stuck in a yo-yo diet pattern and remind you that measuring your success is about more than just the numbers – healthy, sustainable weight loss could lead to less joint pain, better sleep, more energy, and even lower blood pressure. Dr Sam is Lead GP for Lifestyle Medicine at Boots Online Doctor, as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse, who works alongside Sam on the Boots Online Doctor weight loss team. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Food and mood diary https://tinyurl.com/food-mood-diary Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr Zahra DamjiBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 360°00:16 Meet the experts00:32 Intro to today’s topic02:36 What the experts think about diet culture04:45 How do we ditch diet culture, and why should we?07:05 Weight loss and self worth 10:57 Changing our relationship with food14:23 Community question: how can we tackle yo-yo dieting?17:24 Top tips for successSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week’s bonus short episode, Dr Zhara Damji joins Helen to talk all things menopause – specifically: why do we put on weight during the menopause and what can we do about it? Dr Zahra explains the different stages of the menopause, what that means for your body, and how nutrition and strength-training exercise can be vital in keeping you at optimal health and weight as you go through this period of life. Dr Zahra Damji is Clinical Lead for Women’s Health and Menopause/HRT at Boots Online Doctor. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Mediterranean diet information: https://tinyurl.com/med-diet-info Core meal plan: https://tinyurl.com/core-meal-plan Guidance for healthy plant-based eating: https://tinyurl.com/healthy-plant-based-eating NHS guidance on calcium: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/calcium/ Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr Zahra DamjiBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We know there’s a lot of information out there about losing weight, and it can be overwhelming. So in episode 5 of Weight Loss 360, we’re going to break down what’s really going on in the body when we gain and lose weight, and why it can be a struggle for many of us. Spoiler alert: healthy weight loss can encourage many deeper, long-term positive impacts on our health. This week, host Helen Thorn and resident cohost Dr Sam are joined by Boots Online Doctor’s Clinical Lead for Weight Loss Dr Anju Verma. Together, they’ll take a closer look at the medical benefits of weight loss and healthy lifestyle changes – including reducing heart diseases, diabetes and the risk of obesity-related cancer. Spoiler alert 2: you don’t have to lose lots of weight to start seeing the health benefits. Tune in to find out all the details. Dr Sam is Lead GP for Lifestyle Medicine at Boots Online Doctor, as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Dr Anju Verma is Clinical Lead for Weight Loss and Menopause Advisor at Boots Online Doctor. She is SCOPE certified (international gold standard for obesity management) and a member of the Association for the Study of Obesity. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Special guest: Dr Zahra DamjiBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Special guest: Dr Anju Verma Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 360° 00:16 Meet the experts 00:47 A word from Dr Anju 01:50 Intro to today’s topic 02:44 Why do we struggle to lose weight? 06:46 The medical benefits of weight loss 09:25 The emotional benefits of weight loss 10:54 The impact of carrying excess weight 12:31 Weight gain and insulin resistance 14:12 Inflammation due to excess weight 15:10 How much weight should you lose to impact your health? 16:37 Top tips for successSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We know how confusing it gets with all the mixed messaging out there around fats and sugars. Are they good? Bad? Okay in small doses? What about diet drinks or sugar-free alternatives? Helen is joined in this short bonus episode by nutritionist Ruth Taylor to clear things up once and for all. Listen in for the simple answer around fats and sugars, and which of the two you should look to ditch from your diet if you’re trying to lose weight and stay healthy for the long term. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse who works on the Boots Online Doctor specialist lifestyle medicine and weight loss team. Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/Mediterranean diet information: https://tinyurl.com/med-diet-info Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor. Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply. The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We often hear about which foods to eat or avoid on a weight loss journey, but what about how to eat? In this jam-packed episode, we’ll be exploring the different approaches to eating and their impact on weight loss – from fasting to snacking and emotional eating. In episode 4 of Weight Loss 360°, join host Helen Thorn, GP Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor to learn about the benefits of intermittent fasting, how our eating habits can impact weight loss and how to overcome the urge to snack. Plus we’ll share practical, realistic tips to help you break the habits that might be slowing you down, and most importantly, reframe your mindset and be kind to yourself throughout your weight loss journey. Dr Sam is a GP as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 360° 00:23 Meet the experts 01:03: Intro to today’s topic 01:40 How our habits impact weight loss 03:49 Intermittent fasting for weight loss 07:50 The science behind fasting 11:42 Different approaches to fasting days 14:48 Helen’s experience with fasting for weight loss 17:13 Overcoming the urge to snack 18:39 Types of healthy fats 19:40 How to tackle emotional eating 21:30 Reframing your mindset 22:45 Practical tips for breaking habits 26:17 Top tips for success Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Food and mood diary https://tinyurl.com/food-mood-diary Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Dr Sam Wellappili In-house nutritionist: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli Seymour Executive Producer: Izzie Clarke Music composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor. Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply. The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this bonus short episode of Weight Loss 360°, join host and comedian Helen Thorn as she talks to nutritionist Ruth Taylor all about metabolism. What is it? How can we tell if ours is fast or slow – and what can we do about it? Ruth will explain in simple terms what the metabolic rate really means, the factors that can indicate or contribute to slower metabolism, and ways to support your metabolism while on a weight loss journey. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse who works on the Boots Online Doctor specialist lifestyle medicine and weight loss team.Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Online calculator for basal metabolic rate: https://www.diabetes.co.uk/bmr-calculator.html Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor. Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply. The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is metabolism? Can you change it? Does it matter? These are all questions we’ll be helping to answer in this week’s episode of Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor. Our host, comedian and author Helen Thorn, will be joined by our resident Boots Online Doctor weight loss team: Lifestyle Medicine Lead GP Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor. Together, they’ll break down the myths around metabolism, what happens to our bodies during crash diets, the importance of movement and how to improve your metabolism, no matter what stage of the journey you’re at. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 36000:22 Meet the experts00:41 Intro to today’s topic01:25 What is metabolism?02:38 The problem with crash-dieting05:48 How our metabolic rates change07:15 How movement can improve metabolism11:48 Making time to get moving14:08 Helen’s personal journey with fitness16:03 How much should you aim to lose?19:22 What to do if you have limited mobility21:20Top tips for success Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Dr Sam Wellappili In-house nutritionist: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor.Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply.The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today in another Weight Loss 360° bonus short episode, Helen is joined by our in-house nutritionist Ruth Taylor, who dives into a hot topic: ultra-processed foods, or UPFs for short. You've probably heard about them a lot lately, and for good reason.So, what exactly are UPFs? And how can these foods affect our bodies and impact our weight loss journey? Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse who works on the Boots Online Doctor specialist lifestyle medicine and weight loss team. Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Special guest: Ruth TaylorBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor.Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply.The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In episode 2 of Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor, we’ll be going back to basics and talking all about the fundamentals of food.Our host comedian Helen Thorn will be joined by the Boots Online Doctor weight loss team – Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor – to explore how food can make us feel and why eating mindfully is key for healthy, successful long-term weight loss. We’ll also help you understand blood sugar levels and insulin a little better and deep dive into the types of foods to include in a varied diet. Plus, learn how to tune into feelings of hunger and how a food and mood diary can help you discover your eating habits (with absolutely no judgement, ever) and how you can change them. Dr Sam is a GP as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 360°00:20 Meet the experts00:41 Intro to today’s topic01:18 Helen’s relationship with food, then and now02:43 What are the fundamental good foods to eat?04:05 Overcoming the fear of being hungry05:12 Recognising hunger06:05 Mindless eating vs eating mindfully08:48 How to use a food and mood diary11:11 Learning how foods make you feel12:08 Using the core meal plan14:20 How to get more protein into your meals18:13 The importance of fibre in your diet20:47 Balancing your blood sugar levels23:35 What is insulin and insulin sensitivity?25:16 Good snacks to eat28:27 Top tips for success Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Food and mood diary https://tinyurl.com/food-mood-diary Core meal plan https://tinyurl.com/core-meal-plan Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Dr Sam Wellappili In-house nutritionist: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor.Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply.The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this short bonus episode, we're joined by Dr Anju Verma who tells us some of the numerous health benefits of weight loss and just how much you need to lose to start seeing those benefits. She'll also share tips for how to set some straightforward, realistic goals and stay on track. Dr Anju is a GP and Clinical Lead for Weight Loss at Boots Online Doctor. Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Special guest: Dr Anju VermaBoots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor.Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply.The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join us for our first episode of Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor where we'll be discussing simple ways to get yourself started on a successful, sustainable weight loss journey. Our host comedian and author Helen Thorn will be joined by Dr Samantha Wellappili and nutritionist Ruth Taylor as they help you discover your 'why' for weight loss and set achievable goals for long-term success. They'll cover the power of positive framing, how to keep yourself motivated and supported along the way, and introduce the 80/20 rule as a handy, realistic approach to lifestyle changes. Dr Sam is Lead GP for Lifestyle Medicine at Boots Online Doctor, as well as a coach and mentor, author, and nutritional and yoga therapist. Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse, who works alongside Sam on the Boots Online Doctor weight loss team. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Weight Loss 36001:25 Meet the experts02:32 One-minute intro to today’s topic 03:26 Helen’s personal journey with food04:38 Getting started on your weight loss journey05:12 Finding your ‘why’ for weight loss07:28 Setting realistic goals11:22 Positive mindset for success14:55 How to make and break habits16:54 The 80/20 rule explained19:38 Overcoming emotional eating23:15 Using the food and mood diary28:11 Top tips for success Free resources from Boots Online Doctor: Weekly live webinars on weight loss from our friendly, expert team https://tinyurl.com/WL-webinars Online 10-week weight loss programme https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/10-week-weight-loss-programme/ Your 'why' for weight loss poster https://tinyurl.com/whyforWL-poster Food and mood diary https://tinyurl.com/food-mood-diary Credits: Host: Helen Thorn Co-host: Dr Sam Wellappili In-house nutritionist: Ruth Taylor Boots Online Doctor Producer: Leah Sienna Williams Producer: Oli SeymourExecutive Producer: Izzie ClarkeMusic composed by: Leah Sienna Williams Boots Online Doctor offers access to confidential, expert advice and prescription treatment, all without the need for an appointment or trip to the doctor.Access to treatment is subject to an online questionnaire reviewed by a clinician to assess suitability. Subject to availability. Charges apply.The Boots Online Doctor Service is provided by Boots Digital Health, company number 12561320, with registered address 1 Thane Road West, Nottingham, England, NG2 3AA. Boots Digital Health is registered with the Care Quality Commission with Provider ID 1-10153778719. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you're trying to lose weight, you're probably fed up of all the noise out there. Maybe you don’t know where to start or feel like you’ve tried everything and haven’t seen the long-term success you’re hoping for. That's why we've created Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor. Get straightforward evidence-based tips, advice and information from experts you can trust. We'll demystify weight loss and give you practical, realistic tools to help you lose weight long term for a healthier, happier you. Join host, Helen Thorn – comedian, author and host of the Scummy Mummies podcast – as she talks to our experts about everything from diet culture and mindset to sleep and stress. She’ll also share her own experiences of a successful journey to long-lasting weight loss. Full episodes will be released every Wednesday from 9 October, with bitesize shorts following each Friday from 11 October.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.