Welcome to LIVE WELL BE WELL, a podcast that challenges the way you think about health. I’m Sarah Ann Macklin, one of the few women scientists in this space, bringing you evidence-based tools that merge nutrition, mindset, and self-compassion for a new, multidimensional approach to wellness. No quick fixes. No one-size-fits-all solutions. Just real expert-driven science and practical strategies to help you take control of your internal health, not simply external. Join me as I share cutting- ...
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What Is Microbiota-Targeted Nutrition? | Dr. Emeran Mayer | Be Well Moments
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14:43Is fiber still the cornerstone of gut health? What role do polyphenols play if they barely reach the bloodstream? And why is diversity, not restriction, the true goal in dietary choices? This conversation explores the science of microbiota-targeted nutrition, fiber fermentation, butyrate production, and the risks of oversimplified food advice. List…
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The 7 Pillars to Finding Genuine Love Beyond Dating Apps | Francesca Hogi
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1:16:28This week on Live Well Be Well, I'm exploring the world of modern love and relationships with dating coach and author Francesca Hogi. In an era where AI relationships are becoming reality and dating apps dominate our search for connection, Francesca offers refreshing insights into how we can find authentic love in these complex times. Our conversat…
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Dr. Gemma Newman: The One Shift That Changed My Perspective on Connection | 5 Questions
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13:01Each week, I ask my guest five questions designed to nourish their mind, body, and soul pre interview. These questions help us explore what makes each guest tick as an imperfect, evolving human, taking them out of their heads and into their bodies. While our discussions often go deep into the intellect, these questions invite my guests to step out …
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Dr. Stacy Sims on Lifting, Hormones & Periods: Why Most Women Are Getting It All Wrong | Dr. Stacy Sims | Be Well Moments
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6:23Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. I discovered why tracking our individual experiences matters more than following generic cycle-syncing advice, and how some …
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The Brain-Immune Expert: This Is How Social Media Is Reprogramming Your Immune System | Prof. Dan Nicolau
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1:11:38I'm excited to share this week's Live Well Be Well episode with you all! I had Dr. Dan Nicolau join me to explore the fascinating intersection of our brain and immune system - a relationship that could completely transform how we understand health and disease. "Neuroimmunology" - the powerful two-way communication between our brain and immune syste…
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Paul Gilbert: The #1 Habit That Helped Me Overcome Self-Doubt | 5 Questions
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7:08Each week, I ask my guest five questions designed to nourish their mind, body, and soul pre interview. These questions help us explore what makes each guest tick as an imperfect, evolving human, taking them out of their heads and into their bodies. While our discussions often go deep into the intellect, these questions invite my guests to step out …
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Ultra-Processed Foods and Addiction: Why You Can’t Stop Eating Them | Dr. Chris Van Tulleken | Be Well Moments
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14:16Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Ever wonder why you can't stop eating certain foods? Dr. Chris Van Tulleken shares his personal struggle with UPF addiction …
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The 19-Year-Old Trying To Become The Oldest Man Alive: Inside The Blueprint Cult – Talmage Johnson
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1:21:53Thrilled to welcome Talmage Johnson today on Live Well Be Well! After interviewing his father Bryan Johnson two years ago, I'm finally sitting down with the younger half of this pioneering health duo to discuss his journey with Blueprint – the revolutionary health protocol that's challenging how we approach longevity. At just 19 years old, Talmage …
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Radhika Das: The #1 Shift That Transformed My Relationships | 5 Questions
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Can Women Follow Extreme Health Protocols? Hormonal Cycle Impact Revealed | Kate Tolo | Be Well Moments
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9:36Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. This conversation completely changed how I approach my health journey as a woman. Kate Tolo shares her honest experience fol…
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Dr. Katie Lee: Why Bleeding Gums Might Mean You Have Leaky GUT!
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1:23:29Today on Live Well Be Well, I’m diving into a topic that’s often overlooked but incredibly important—your oral microbiome. I’m joined by Dr. Katie Lee, who’s been exploring this field long before it started getting the attention it deserves. We've all heard about the gut microbiome, but did you know your mouth houses billions of bacteria that signi…
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The Burnout Therapist: Why 80% of Us Are About to Break | Sophie Scott | 5 Questions
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8:34Each week, I ask my guest five questions designed to nourish their mind, body, and soul pre interview. These questions help us explore what makes each guest tick as an imperfect, evolving human, taking them out of their heads and into their bodies. While our discussions often go deep into the intellect, these questions invite my guests to step out …
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I Ate Only Sprouts for 30 Days—Here’s What Happened | Doug Evans | Be Well Moments
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12:26Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. You’ve probably heard that sprouts are healthy—but I went all in. I lived on nothing but sprouts for 30 days, and what happe…
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From Drug Addiction to Fitness Inspiration - The Conversation That Saved His Life | Doug Bopst
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1:04:21This week, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with someone whose story of transformation is not just powerful, but profoundly moving. Doug Bopst, once a convicted felon and drug addict, is now a celebrated speaker, author, and personal trainer using his experience to inspire others to break free from addiction and build lives of purpose an…
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That Improved My Mental Health and Reduced My Depressive Symptoms | Dr Chris Palmer | 5 Questions
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How to Prevent Cognitive Decline: Neurologists Share 6 Key Brain-Boosting Habits | Be Well Moments
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15:18This conversation hit me hard as my own grandmother suffered from Alzheimer's for 14 years before passing. If you're worried about cognitive decline for yourself or someone you love, this clip delivers game-changing insights. The neurologists break down why women are more susceptible to Alzheimer's, and reveal the NEURO plan - a simple framework an…
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Simon Sinek: The ADHD Superpower - Why It’s My Greatest Advantage
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1:23:21This week, I’m sitting down once again with someone who’s not only inspired millions around the world but has become a close friend - Simon Sinek. It’s such a joy to have this deeply open and personal conversation in his own home, where we journey far beyond leadership theory into the very heart of identity, self-acceptance, and the messy beauty of…
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How Intuition Can Save You Years Of Regret | Professor Gideon Lack
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Dan Buettner: What 450 Centenarians Taught Me About Longevity | Be Well Moments
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5:05Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. What’s the secret to living past 100? After interviewing over 450 centenarians in the world’s Blue Zones, one surprising tru…
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These 3 Hormones Could Be Why You’re Addicted to Love | Dr. Emilia Vuorisalmi
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50:46In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Emilia Vuorisalmi, a medical doctor, researcher, and bestselling author known as Finland’s Love Doctor. We dive deep into the science of love, heartbreak, and hormonal balance, exploring how dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin shape our emotions, relationships, and overall wellbeing. Dr. Vuorisalmi shares her pers…
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Dr. Stacy Sims On The Real Reason She Let Go Of Her Obsession With Winning
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The Gut-Mind Doctor: The Mind and Food Strategies That Can Heal Your Gut Microbiome | Dr. Emeran Mayer
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1:21:17Did you know that a significant number of IBS patients struggle with anxiety and depression? This stark reality drives home why it's crucial to view the brain and gut not as separate but as intricately linked systems. In today's Live Well Be Well episode, I sit down with Dr. Emeran Mayer, a leading expert in the brain-gut connection. Together, we e…
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Beyond the Surface: 5 Questions for the Soul with Oliver Burkeman
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Dr. Stacy Sims on Perimenopause & How to Manage Symptoms | Fitness and Nutrition for WOMEN
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1:15:24I've always been fascinated by how our body's natural rhythms affect our thoughts, performance, and feelings. Yet, the complexities of women's health often remain unclear, leaving us with incomplete knowledge. But what if the secrets to thriving at every age are more accessible than we think? This episode of Live Well, Be Well is super special beca…
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Can Women Follow Bryan Johnson’s $2M Anti-Aging Blueprint? Kate Tolo, Co-Founder of Blueprint, Shares Her Experience
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1:20:49What if the key to revolutionary health changes wasn't a one-size-fits-all solution but deeply personalized care, especially for women? This question propels us into a world where health protocols are no longer generic but finely tuned to meet the unique needs of each individual. In this Live Well, Be Well episode, I sit down with Kate Tolo, the Ch…
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The MOST Surprising Food That Fights Disease & Helps With Losing Weight | Doug Evans
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1:12:36For years, we've been sold the idea that eating healthy is complicated, expensive, or out of reach. But what if I told you the most powerful superfood on the planet is something you can grow in your kitchen without soil, sunlight, or even much effort? This week on Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with Doug Evans, the ultimate advocate for sprouting, …
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How to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Boost Your Brain Health with these PROVEN Foods | The Brain Docs
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1:24:30I’ve always been fascinated by brain health—how we think, feel, and function is deeply tied to how we live our lives. And yet, for so long, cognitive decline has been framed as an inevitable part of ageing. But what if that’s not the full story? In this Live Well, Be Well episode, I sit down with two of the world’s leading neurologists, Drs. Dean a…
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Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are Keeping You Addicted & Unhealthy! | Be Well Moments
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7:04Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Ever wonder why you can’t stop eating certain foods? It’s not just willpower—it's science. Food companies have mastered the …
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3 NEW Science-Backed Blue Zone Strategies Increase Your Lifespan & Happiness: Dan Buettner
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1:13:49What if the secret to living a longer, healthier life wasn’t in a pill, supplement, or biohacking trend—but in your environment, relationships, and daily habits? In this episode, I sit down with Dan Buettner, National Geographic explorer, bestselling author, and longevity researcher, to break down the science of the Blue Zones—regions of the world …
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Vipassana Meditation: Transform Your Relationship with Change | Yung Pueblo | Be Well Moments
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14:33Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Letting go isn’t easy, but it’s essential for personal growth and healing. In this clip, Diego Perez, the author and meditat…
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Dr. Stacy Sims: Intermittent Fasting Myths: Why It’s Different for Women | Be Well Moments
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6:03Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Uncover the truth about intermittent fasting and how it impacts women differently than men. Join us as we explore the scienc…
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How to Reduce Microplastics in Your Food and Drink | Dr. Gemma Newman | Be Well Moments
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7:58Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Are you unknowingly consuming microplastics every day? Discover the surprising health implications of these invisible invade…
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Paul Gilbert: Why You Don’t Control Your Own Thoughts! | Be Well Moments
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7:28Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. I sat down with Paul Gilbert for one of the most eye-opening conversations about the mind. What if I told you that you didn’…
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This Simple Formula Could Change Your Mental Health Journey | Dr. Chris Palmer | Be Well Moments
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5:31Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. What if your mental health challenges weren’t all in your head? This clip explores the science of mitochondrial health and i…
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How Nature Walks Boost Immune Cells by 50% – The Science Explained | Dr. Gemma Newman | Be Well Moments
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12:19Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Can a simple walk boost your immune system by 50%? Discover the science behind nature’s incredible impact on your health, fr…
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The Key to Overcoming Unworthiness and Finding True Confidence | Sophie Scott | Be Well Moments
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5:46Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Feeling empty despite achieving success? The root of this feeling might stem from long-buried experiences and unmet emotiona…
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Prof. Gideon Lack: Hay Fever Myths Exposed: What Actually Works | Be Well Moments
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4:58Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Is honey the secret to curing hay fever? In this clip, we dive into the truth behind popular allergy myths and explore scien…
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Stop Overthinking: How Simple Habits Lead to a Happier Life | Oliver Burkeman | Be Well Moments
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6:01Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Are you stuck in the cycle of constant productivity, feeling like you need to achieve more to be happy? It's time to break f…
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Radhika Das: How Kirtan Unlocks Inner Peace and Clarity | Be Well Moments
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6:00Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. What if one mantra could give you a second chance? This clip dives into the ancient wisdom of sound vibrations and their pow…
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Gestational Diabetes Doubles Autism Risk: What Every Parent Must Know | Dr. Chris Palmer | Be Well Moments
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9:48Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. What’s behind the rise in autism and ADHD? In this clip, we dive deep into the connection between gestational diabetes, neur…
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Gut Health Masterclass: Expert Tips from 5 Leading Doctors and How to Use Food as Medicine
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59:15Did you know that an estimated 70% of the immune system resides in the gut? Or that over 60 million people in the U.S. alone suffer from digestive health issues annually? It’s clear that gut health isn’t just about avoiding bloating—it’s the cornerstone of our overall well-being, influencing everything from our metabolism to our mood. In this week’…
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How Compassion Rewires Your Brain | Professor Paul Gilbert | Be Well Moments
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6:32Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. What if compassion could actually change your brain? Recent breakthroughs in neuroscience reveal that practicing compassion …
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He Almost Died at His Daughter's Wedding: The Truth About Adult Allergies | Professor Gideon Lack | Be Well Moments
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5:38Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. A wedding day turned into a nightmare when a father collapsed moments before giving his speech—all because of a shellfish al…
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Dr. Gemma Newman: The Effects of Microplastics in Your Brain and the Healing Power of Nature
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1:04:50I'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Gemma Newman, this time in person at our beautiful studio! In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into what truly makes us healthy after her 20 years of medical practice. Dr. Newman shares her profound insights on the transformative power of self-compassion and how it shapes our wellbeing journey. We explore fa…
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How Much Protein Women Really Need (It’s More Than You Think) | Be Well Moments
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10:21Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. In this clip, I sit down with Stacy Sims to dive into the critical role of protein in women’s health and fitness. We discuss…
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#1 Harvard Brain Doctor: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Ruining Your Brain | Dr. Chris Palmer | Be Well Moments
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5:49Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. The rising rates of obesity and mental health disorders aren’t just a coincidence—they’re deeply connected. This clip uncove…
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The 3-Hour Productivity Rule That Changes Everything | Oliver Burkeman | Be Well Moments
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13:15Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Tired of feeling overwhelmed by endless tasks and impossible work-life balance? In this eye-opening clip, discover why tradi…
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The No.1 Compassion Therapist: How To Rewire Your Brain For Courage & Kindness | Paul Gilbert
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1:07:12I had a profound conversation with Professor Paul Gilbert OBE, and what struck me most was Paul's raw honesty about how rage, not love, made him compassionate - a perspective that challenges everything we typically associate with compassion. We dove deep into why compassion is often misunderstood as weakness when it actually requires immense courag…
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Stacy Sims: The Simple Morning Habit Women Must Do for Hormone Health | Be Well Moments
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5:44Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Fasting has its benefits, but what if it’s doing more harm than good for women? In this clip, Dr. Stacy Sims, a leading rese…
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Yung Pueblo: Feeling Disconnected? How to Stop Overthinking and Start Healing | Be Well Moments
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6:01Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Are you stuck in your healing journey because you're overthinking it? In this clip, Diego Perez, the author and meditation t…
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