Happy Habit Podcast
Episodes
# 570 - Why Sir DAVID ATTENBOROUGH no longer eats red meat
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sir David Attenborough is one of the most celebrated broadcasters and naturalists on the planet in part because he has been promoting all aspects of t...
# 569 - The PROBLEM with OZEMPIC
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ozempic is the drug of the moment, everyone from celebrities to influencers to your next door neighbour are on it, and yes there have been some incred...
# 568 - 5 foods that help reduce fat overnight
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
DONT believe the hype ! Remember fat loss only happens when your body is in consistent calorie deficit and while no food burns directly burns fat , so...
# 567 - WHY you arent losing FAT from WHERE you want to ?
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You might be doing alot of the right things, from exercising to eating more healthily but you still dont seem to be able to shift that stubborn belly ...
# 566 - How to rid your body of MICROPLASTICS
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Plastic is absolutely everywhere and more and more scientists are finding tiny micro and nanoparticles of plastic in our bodies. In this episode I exa...
# 564 - The incredible effects of CHOCOLATE and TEA on blood pressure
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Theres an epidemic of high blood pressure globally, currently it affects more than 1 in 3 people. High blood pressure or hypertension is one of the bi...
# 563 - WHY is it so hard to lose belly fat ?
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so so difficult to get rid of belly fat? In this video we break down the science as to why its so different from fat in other areas of the b...
# 562 - 7 of the worlds most nutrient dense foods
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What foods will give your the MOST nutrients for the fewest calories, and I'm not talking about trendy superfoods , but real accessible foods that...
# 561 - Heres the problem with coffee
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coffee is a an incredibly popular drink, but it is also a drug and a misunderstood one at that. Coffee is the second most consumed beverage in the wor...
# 560 Can you REALLY get rid of VISCERAL fat in 30 days ?
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Visceral fat is in the news and the buzz word used by many fitness influencers these days who make outlandish claims stating that uts possible for you...
# 559 - 7 reasons why your calorie deficit is not working for weightloss
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So you think you're doing everything right when it comes to weightloss, you think you're eating clean and you feel you're moving enough, B...
# 559 - Is bottled water giving you HIGH BLOOD Pressure ?
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Study : https://www.mdpi.com/2887154A new study has linked plastic use with high blood pressure. Microplastics are tiny fragments of plastic less than...
# 558 - 6 daily habits that melt belly fat, backed by science
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Belly fat is the most frustrating kind of fat for so many people. Belly fat , especially visceral fat, thats the kind of fat that wraps around your or...
# 557 - 7 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to add to your diet
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic inflammation is insidious and damaging but the good news is you can fight its effects and it begins with what you eat.Chronic inflammation is ...
# 556 - lose fat while building muscle
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Losing fat WITHOUT losing muscle is the holy grail of body composition, but how exactly do you become leaner without losing that all important muscle ...
# 555 - 3 GOOD kinds of fish and 3 HARMFUL kinds of fish
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fish is an example of a wholefood, and we're always been told about the value of wholefoods in our diet, BUT then there are the concerns about mercury...
# 554 - 7 weird habits the HEALTHIEST people do
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the good habits we should be doing to enhance our health, things like giving up smoking, reduce alcohol consumption, exercise and a whole ...
# 577 - Prostate cancer foods
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
more to follow
# 553 - WHY are you tired after EATING ? and HOW to fix it !
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find that after a bowl of pasta , or a plate heaped high with rice, that your energy levels crash and you're struggling to keep your eyes o...
# 552 - Does a high PROTEIN diet lead to FATLOSS ?
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard the statement: If you want to lose fat, just eat more protein ! But does a high protein diet actually help you lose fat or i...
# 551 - HIDDEN ultraprocessed foods making you sick
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ultraprocessed include everything like protein bars, to plant based meats and breakfast cereals foods, they are made with artificial flavourings, emul...
# 550 - 7 FOODS that STOP leg cramps
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leg cramps can have many different causes, but its not always related to a lack of hydation or a failure to stretch. In fact leg cramps might be relat...
# 549 - 7 Foods DESTROYING MUSCLE in those over 60
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Muscle loss with age is called sarcopenia and it affects almost one third of adults over 60 contributing to frailty, falls and reduced quality of life...
# 548 - Can you sleep TOO MUCH ?
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Too much or too little sleep is not good for you, as they can negatively affect your heart, so in this video we'll delve into this and show you ho...
# 547 - WHY you wake up TIRED all the time
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are you waking up tired even when you think you are doing the right things. Sleep quantity and sleep quality are not the same thing. Things like i...
# 546 - 7 rules for fat loss
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explore the 7 rules for fat loss, 1 creating calorie deficit 2 protein is key for weightloss3 strength training is vital4 sleep is n...
# 545 - Does eating MORE PROTEIN mean MORE FAT LOSS ?
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
High protein everything is all the rage right now. The promise of high protein products and a protein protein diet is you'll 'build lots of mu...
# 544 - 5 OF THE WORLDS MOST HEART HEALTHY VEGETABLES
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heart disease is the number 1 killer world wide but did you know simply including commonly available humble vegetables can do everything from preventi...
# 543 - Will METHYLENE BLUE help you lose weight ?
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Methylene blue is one of the oldest synthetic compounds used in medicine, dating back to the 1800s. It was originally used to treat malaria but today ...
# 542 - Do this to stop BLOATING now
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you suffer from diet related bloating ? Bloating is a really common disgestive complaint but its grossly misunderstood. Ironically bloating is ofte...
# 541 - Why you should be eating Pecan nuts !!
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heart disease is the number one cause of death world wide and one of the biggest risk factor is high cholesterol. While medications can certainly help...
# 540 - Can you eat TOO much PROTEIN ?
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you consume protein supplements or are just tracking your macros this episode is for you. Can you consume too much protein ? Look protein is essent...
# 539 - Does drinking lemon water REALLY aid weightloss ?
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alot of people swear by the health benefits associated with drinking lemon juice diluted in water, these purported benefits include aiding your digest...
# 538 - 9 Foods for NERVE PAIN ( backed by science )
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you have numbness or tingling it could suggest that you have nerve dysfunction which is often reversible with the right nutrients. So in this episo...
# 537 - The BIG Visceral FAT mistake people make
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all know about the fat underneath the skin, but how many of us are aware of the other kind of fat that can have serious health consequences, viscer...
# 536 - The BIGGEST 16 : 8 diet mistake people make
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weightloss, longevity, boosted energy levels and all while still being able to eat foods you enjoy, this is the promise of the 16:8 diet, which involv...
# 535 - NITRIC OXIDE BLOOD PRESSURE LOWERING FOODS
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One in three people globally has high blood pressure. Nitric oxide boosting foods can lower your blood pressure and keep your heart healthy. Nitric ox...
# 534 - 11 foods for heartburn
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you have ever suffered from acid reflux you'll know how uncomfortable it can be. 14 % of adults battle this condition every day, thats 1 billion pe...
# 533 - 9 Foods to AVOID over 40
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hitting 40 whether you're male or female, comes with lots of bodily changes. Your metabolism slows, hormones shift, bone density drops and cardiovascu...
# 532 - Is Your Speech Warning You About Alzheimer’s
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The research study discussed in this episode https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13825585.2024.2315774What if the way you speak today could p...
# 531 - 11 Testosterone Boosting Foods for women and men
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling tired, losing muscle, are sufferig from low libido or feeling off colour then you could be suffering from low levels of testosterone...
# 530 - Want to look and feel younger eat these 9 Collagen rich foods
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, it is vital for skin and joint health and even for your gut health. Now while some studies suport ...
# 529 - New Study: Cheese Could Lower Cholesterol?! (You Read That Right)
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has suggested that individuals consuming whole cheese, experienced lower levels of LDL cholesterol compared to individuals who consumed de...
# 528 - 9 signs you have HIGH cholesterol ( and how to fix it )
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
40 % of people have HIGH cholesterol, which can be a killer, but there are many signs of high cholesterol you can look out for. In this video I detail...
# 527 - What happens when you fast for 3 days
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens in the body when you fast for 3 days is jawdropping. In this episode I detail hour by hour exactly what happens inside your body from the...
# 526 - Is adrenal fatigue a scam ?
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being misled about the subject of 'adrenal fatigue' ? in recent years various wellness influencers have pushed the notion that adrenal...
# 525 - 11 LDL choLesterol lowering foods
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about LDL, commonly referred to as the BAD cholesterol and explain how the conversation is more nuanced than just good or bad ...
# 524 - Should you try the CARNIVORE diet ?
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Saladino was till recently was a famed carnIvore, but he started to experience heart problems. So in this video we examine what the carnviore die...
# 523 - 15 no SUGAR no CARB foods
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
High carb and high sugar foods are ubiquitous, and they are causing an epidemic of metabolic dysfunction and chronic diseases, from obesity , to diabe...
# 522- 7 'high protein' foods you should AVOID
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Protein is vital for life, but in recent times, food companies have hijacked the term 'HIGH PROTEIN' and put it on many products to lure peopl...
# 521 - Skinny Outside, Fat Inside? The Truth About Visceral Fat
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are all familiar with tightening jeans and love handles that alert us to weight gain. This is a visible sign of excess fat beneath the surface of t...
# 520 - THIS is the PROBLEM with PROBIOTICS
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Theres alot of talk by online influencers on the subject of probiotic supplements, but is there truth behind the hype ?In this episode I define exactl...
# 519 - 13 common FOODS that SPIKE blood sugar
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So many common foods surprisingly spike your blood sugar, which is a problem, because recurring blood sugar spikes lead to insulin resistance, diabete...
# 518 - WARNING signs for PROSTATE cancer
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the news that former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, I examine the alarming stats behind this very common disease. I...
# 517 - 10 Rules to build muscle WHILE burning fat
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building muscle WHILE losing fat is the holy grail for many people. In this video I'm giving you 10 science backed rules to finally conquer the 'build...
# 516 - AVOID these 8 intermittent fasting MISTAKES
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Intermittent fasting has been shown to bring about lots of health benefits including, improvements in insulin sensitivity, reduced inflammatory marker...
# 515 - Can you REALLY build MUSCLE over 40 ?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
n this episode I talk about the ability to build muscle for those over 40. Yes we do lose muscle mass and function as we get older but we can offset t...
# 514 - Are EGGS safe to eat or not ?
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explore whether or not you should eat eggs, given all the conflicting advice we constantly get about them. I detail 6 health benefit...
# 513 - What is the best protein powder for you ?
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss the subject of protein powders, I cover the most popular proteins like whey protein, egg protein , casein protein, soy prote...
# 512 - 7 sweet foods that wont spike blood sugar
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have a sweet tooth, we love to indulge in sweet tasting foods, but are concerned about the impact on our blood sugar, insulin, weight gain ...
# 511 - 7 of the highest protein foods you can eat
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Protein is absolutely vital for human health in every way. Protein is vital for muscle maintenance and growth, it supports metabolic function, it prom...
# 510 - 8 foods you SHOULD be eating
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You are what you eat, and by extension your diet will either support or harm your health. In this video I outline 8 of the healthiest foods you can po...
# 509 - What happens when we give up sugar for 15 days
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does your body respond when you ditch sugar ? In this video I outline day by day exactly what happens to your body when you go cold turkey on suga...
# 508 - 13 foods you really must avoid
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We know that certain foods like ultraprocessed foods that offer little by way of nutrition actually cause higher risks of inflammation, oxidative stre...
# 507 - 7 healthy Habits centenarians do daily
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I shared with you actionable habits that the world’s oldest and healthiest people swear by, so you can start doing these things yourself, en...
# 506 - How to strip fat fast
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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# 505 - 6 foods that cause VISCERAL fat
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people are NOT familiar with visceral fat, this is fat that surrounds internal organs, which is dfferent from subcutaneous fat that lies beneath ...
# 504 - These 8 foods are damaging your liver
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The liver is one of the most vital organs in your body. It performs over 500 essential functions, including : detoxification, metabolism, storage of v...
# 503 - Why MARRIAGE is making MEN fat
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Married men are three times more likely to become obese, but women arent affected to the same extent. As we know obesity is at epidemic levels across ...
# 502 - 7 SMART ways to boost your PROTEIN
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us are simply not getting enough protein despite protein being vital for our body processes and overall metabolism. In this episode I detail 7...
# 501 - PAID 5 grand to eat junk food for science ?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine being given 5000 dollars to eat chips for science? Well, that’s the basis of a study on the effects of an ultraprocessed diet, a diet that m...
# 500 The dietary strategies that reduce VISCERAL FAT
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My conversation with Dr Sean O Mara on visceral fat and the value of HIIT https://youtu.be/Dt98Ym3S9Mk?si=-cc3TA-H3xxgaEFDIn this episode I tackle the...
# 499 - Apple cider vinegar, worth taking or not ?
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUBSCRIBE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/@happyhabitpodcast?sub_confirmation=1Apple cider vinegar has been touted as a cure all, a panacea, you name i...
# 498 - The woman who CANT feel any pain
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jo Cameron can't feel pain, indeed shes never been able to feel any pain, worry or anxiety. She was diagnosed as having a genetic anomaly which gives ...
# 497 - How fibre can prevent a heart attack
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fibre is more than just roughage. In this episode I discuss how fibre plays a crucial role in heart health, gut balance, and disease prevention. I exp...
# 496 - How theres probably plastic in your BRAIN
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUBSCRIBE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/@happyhabitpodcast?sub_confirmation=1We are swimming in plastic. What started out as a convenience of modern ...
# 495 - Three signs you're lacking magnesium
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Magnesium is a nutrient that is involved in over 300 bodily processes. Its impact is crucial for everything from heart health to nerve function, to sl...
# 494 - Breakfast - is it really necessary for health ?
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breakfast as we know it today is a fairly recent invention, our ancestors often didn't have the luxury of sitting down for a meal after waking. In...
# 493 - Why you might NOT live as long as your parents
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explore why western / first world countries are seeing a decline in life expectancies. There is the very real possibility that peopl...
# 492 - 16 incredible facts about your body
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The human body is the most extraordinary feat of biological engineering, from the trillions of processes per second occuring in the billions of neuron...
# 491 - Saturated fat, healthy or not ?
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For decades we were told dietary fat was harmful for our health and contributed to a variety of health issues including cardiac problems, including we...
# 490 - How checking your NAILS could SAVE your life
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nails, we cut them, paint, polish and bite them, but did you know your nails can tell you lots about your overall health?In this episode I dive deep i...
# 489 - Chocolate and your risk of stroke, it's not what you think.
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
People have been eating chocolate for thousands of years. Today there's every kind of chocolate, from regular milk chocolate, and white chocolate to d...
# 488 - Busting 9 common weight loss myths
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many weightloss myths out there that it is so easy to become distracted and disillusioned. In this episode, I draw on the advice of many ...
# 487 - The benefits of hydration and how to drink more water
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The human body is made of of mostly water and so its logical that we need to consume water to function and to thrive. Water helps us digest food, it...
# 486 - STOP eating this for breakfast
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this podcast I have spoken to many of the worlds leading scientists, and nutritionists who have explained in detail how food is at the heart of the...
# 485 - What happens when you FAST
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fasting is something that has hit the headlines in recent years as people have engaged in various forms of it for health reasons. But fasting is actu...
# 484 - Carbs, NOT fat are causing obesity
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUBSCRIBE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/@happyhabitpodcast?sub_confirmation=1Obesity acrosss the world is an epidemic. Over 1 billion people are over...
# 483 - How AI in healthcare is saving lives
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is becoming a bigger part of our lives every single day, but its one thing using artificial intelligence to search for answers to questions on Chat...
# 482 - Detoxing is a SCAM : Here's why !
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Detoxing of some form has been used by humans for centuries for a whole host of medical reasons and to bring many supposed benefits. But what is the ...
# 481 - Seed oils - HARMFUL or HEALTHY ?
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The subject of seed oils and vegetable oil consumption has attracted alot of headlines in recent years. In this episode I examine exactly what seed oi...
# 480 - 7 HEALTHY habits you need for 2025
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUBSCRIBE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/@happyhabitpodcast?sub_confirmation=1New years new you, means you need to adopt realistic habits and behviou...
# 479 - Are you eating your way to dementia ?
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
50 million people suffer with dementia today, that figure will triple in the coming 20 years. While genetics does play a role, lifestyle and behaviour...
# 478 - Mindfulness : live your best life - Prof Ellen Langer
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Langer's book : https://amzn.to/3WW7UPg Prof Ellen Langer also known as the Mother of Mindfulness, became the first woman to receive tenure in p...
# 477 - Is this the holy grail of ageing ? - Dr Matt Kaeberlein
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Suitable reading material as edited by Dr Kaeberlein : https://amzn.to/3V9iSzj Today I'm joined by one of the worlds leading experts on ageing Dr Mat...
# 476 - Weightloss secrets for the new year - Dr Morgan Nolte
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I welcome back clinical specialist Dr Morgan Nolte, in this episode we talk abouthow to achieve your weightloss goal. In reality the mindset nee...
# 475 - How to STOP chronic inflammation - Dr Barry Sears
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sears book : https://amzn.to/4bxe9gP In an effort to address the obesity and chronic inflammation epidemics Dr Barry Sears created the zone diet ...
# 474 - How exercise is medicine in 2025 - Dr Robert Sallis
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sallis book, Sports Medicine : https://amzn.to/4eDKiVI Dr. Robert Sallis is a Past-President of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) an...
# 473 - How FRUCTOSE is making you fat - Dr Richard Johnson
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Book : Nature wants us to be fat : https://amzn.to/3YsyMHm While sugar is recognised as a key driver of disease across the world, the emphasis has of...
#472 - Women MUST lift weights for optimum HEALTH - Dr Stacy Sims
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sims books: https://amzn.to/3VH0w8E Dr Stacy Sims is a physiologist who specialises in women's fitness, performance, nutrition and hormone related...