Healthy-ish

Reflections on the ending of Healthy-ish

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Thursday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle -...

Zoe Marshall is proof manifesting actually works

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author and podcaster Zoe Marshall delves into the concept of ‘manifestation’ and shares how she has successfully manifested in her life, i...

Your sex life’s missing ingredient; peeing warning; breast cancer shock

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Thursday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle -...

How to stop feeling so stressed

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your stress levels right now? Psychiatrist and author Dr Kieran Kennedy discusses healthy stress vs unhealthy stress, how to practise ment...

Truth on protein powders; divorce warning signs; world’s biggest red flag

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle - t...

Nutritionist Lyndi Cohen’s money-saving health tips

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritionist Lyndi Cohen discusses the complexities of weight and health and the balance needed in weight loss approaches. She shares the importance o...

Cortisol diet; healthiest pub meals; toe shoe trend

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle - t...

Dr Libby Weaver will fire up your energy levels

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver discusses the biochemical pathways of energy production and shares insights on maintaining energy through natur...

Fast weight loss; fitness spending habits; sexual wellness travel

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Kic’s Laura & Steph on making 2025 your fittest yet

02 Feb 2025

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Kic founders Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw have joined forces with Body+Soul to launch our Health of the Nation campaign for 2025. The female f...

‘Full bush bikini’ trend; endorphins to deal with Trump; dating red flags

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle - t...

A neuroscientist on best habits to protect your dopamine

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Neuroscientist and author TJ Power explains the DOSE effect - how to harness four key neurotransmitters that regulate your emotions. He shares habits ...

Hottest health & fitness trends for 2025

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Work less & play more in 2025

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to work less and play more? Er, yes! Author and business coach Emma Lovell discusses how to balance travelling the world with work and liv...

Summer series: Bonnie Hancock will inspire your next bucket list adventure

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To inspire your New Year, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. Athlete and speaker Bonnie Hancock broke numerous records circumn...

Summer series: Lorna Jane's refreshingly simple morning rituals

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To inspire your New Year, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. Athleisure queen Lorna Jane shared how she starts the day, the im...

Summer series: How to get strong (& stay strong)

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To inspire your New Year, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. High performance coach and motivational speaker Alexa Towersey di...

Summer series: Are you metabolically healthy?

05 Jan 2025

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To inspire your New Year, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. Naturopathic doctor and best-selling author Lara Briden helped ma...

Summer series: Two people, same health goal: why does one achieve it & the other not?

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To inspire your New Year, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. So, why do some people hit their health and fitness goals whereas ot...

Summer series: Susie Burrell on the #1 habit for healthy weight loss

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate summer, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. In September, dietitian and podcast host Susie Burrell discussed why i...

Summer series: Does a relationship sabbatical actually work?

25 Dec 2024

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To celebrate summer, we’re dropping our top Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. Relationship sabbaticals are on the rise but can taking a break from your ...

Summer series: Leah Itsines’ tips for tackling TikTok recipes

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate summer, we’re dropping our top Extra Healthy-ish episodes in 2024. In this ep from April, best-selling cookbook author Leah Itsines sha...

Summer series: Liz Ellis is a dose of happiness & motivation

18 Dec 2024

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To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2024. Netball legend Liz Ellis discusses how she unwittingly empowered many women by b...

Summer series: Emily Skye on feeling “broken” before her ADHD diagnosis

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To kickstart the new year, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2024. Earlier this year, fitness mogul and PT Emily Skye shared how, for decades, she ...

Summer series: A neuroscientist on how to know if you’re too emotional

11 Dec 2024

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To celebrate summer, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2024. When you’re “too emotional” you cloud your intuition, says Professor Joel Pearso...

Summer series: A 2-minute trick to fight work fatigue

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate summer, we’re dropping the top episodes of 2024. Workplace wellness expert and TEDx speaker Lizzie Williamson shares fun micro moves to...

The buzziest health & wellness stories of 2024

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Yes, you can finish your year strong

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Business advisor Michelle Broadbent shares her ingenious approach to protecting your valuable time amidst the chaos of Christmas and finishing 2024 in...

Managing sleep during the festive season

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sleep researcher Dr Nicole Moyen discusses how to best manage sleep during the festive season from late nights to hangovers plus how to set-up your ro...

How to be happily single

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist and author Sarah Catherall shares her story of how she navigated separation and singlehood to find her happy single self, and why some peop...

What evolutionary biology can teach us about our health

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Science journalist Zoe Kean discusses how evolutionary history shapes our current health behaviours, including sleep and community, and why understand...

New ‘superfood’; world’s healthiest meat; Ariana Grande’s appearance obsession

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle - t...

Do you have a circle of influence?

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Business growth strategist and coach Bianca Monley explores the idea of a circle of influence, why you need to surround yourself with your right peopl...

Eating before vs. after training: what’s best?

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dietitian and nutrition consultant Sara Widdowson discusses the importance of pre and post workout nutrition, hydration and how to understand your bod...

How to find joy when the world is heavy

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is life, the world, weighing you down? Tune in as psychologist Anna Nikolaou shares a few handy coping strategies to navigate your day.  WANT MORE FR...

The distributing truth about your ‘inner patriarch’

24 Nov 2024

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Women’s leadership expert and author Megan Dalla-Camina discusses the concept of our ‘inner patriarch’, its impact on our wellbeing, and how to ...

Sauna work meetings; hangexity science; foods for hayfever symptoms

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

How to actually implement breathwork into your chaotic day

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Meditation and breathwork expert Rich Muir discusses the transformative power of breathwork in managing your stressful days and shares practical ways ...

The episode all vulva-owners need to hear

19 Nov 2024

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Photographer Ellie Sedgwick discusses the pervasive issue of vulva anxiety and the societal pressures that lead women to seek cosmetic procedures incl...

Do this daily for better mobility

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It seems everyone is talking about mobility right now. Exercise Physiologist Glenn Phipps shares a new perspective, gives tips and daily practices on...

Is frozen food actually healthy?

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nutrition and public health expert Louise Rubic shares advice around using frozen food as a replacement for the fresh stuff plus the importance of pla...

TikTok’s viral 'dense bean salad'; prolonged sitting sabotages health; boosting partner attraction

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Would you take MDMA for therapy?

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

MDMA therapy is now legal, yet still controversial. Author and social researcher Rebecca Huntley discusses her experiences around taking the drug as a...

Simple food tweaks for better sleep

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does what you eat really affect how you sleep? Absolutely, says clinical nutritionist Katherine Hay who discusses how food choices affect sleep qualit...

Exercise vs. rest: how a pro triathlete finds the right balance

11 Nov 2024

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Professional triathlete Ellie Salthouse discusses her rigorous training regimen, mantras when she needs to pull-through a heavy training session or ra...

Cheek Media’s Hannah Ferguson unpacks toxic wellness culture

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Best-selling author and CEO of Cheek Media Co. Hannah Ferguson unpacks wellness culture, why our capitalist society tarnishes women's wellbeing and ho...

Sex sans politics conundrum; light exposure for longevity; burning incense warning

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Eat Pray Love’s Liz Gilbert’s daily habits for personal growth

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mega best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert discusses being a “guru” (of sorts) to millions of women and shares the importance of daily habits in m...

People, we should be eating the ‘Planeterranean diet’

05 Nov 2024

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Clinical nutritionist and TV presenter Sarah Di Lorenzo shares the fundamentals of the Mediterranean Diet and gives her verdict on the ‘Planeterrane...

Exploring kinks: making sexual play spicier

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Researcher, TikTok sensation and author Dr Esmé Louise James discusses the evolution of kink plus a few simple ways to bring more spicy play into you...

Is cold therapy good for gut health?

03 Nov 2024

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Gastroenterologist and NYT bestselling author Dr Will Bulseiwicz aka Dr B discusses social media’s recent claims around cold therapy for better gut ...

One drink a day vs. few on wknd; break-up sex; breast cancer guilt

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Pro surfer Laura Enever on what it takes to ride the mega waves

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australian pro surfer Laura Enever just set a world record for the biggest wave surfed by a woman and discusses what it takes to get her body and mind...

The magic number of tasks for a productive work day

29 Oct 2024

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Organisational psychologist and executive coach Simi Rayat discusses why people struggle with productivity and the magic number of tasks you should ta...

What to eat for optimal hormone health

28 Oct 2024

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Nutritionist and TV presenter Zoe Bingley-Pullin gives a refresher in hormone health, the ideal diet for optimal regulation (no matter what your age) ...

So, you want to run a half marathon?

27 Oct 2024

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Nike Head Running Coach and marathoner Lydia O'Donnell breaks down exactly what you need to consider before signing-up to a half marathon plus trainin...

Wild wellness trends; oral sex & cancer; reasons why you’re always hungry

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Sh*t You Should Care About’s Lucy Blakiston on perfecting social media balance

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The force behind @sh!tyoushouldcareabout's Lucy Blakiston discusses the evolution of her social media consumption, how she keeps boundaries and the up...

JLo’s former PT on the most inspiring celeb he’s ever trained

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PT Jay Cardiello has trained the likes of JLo and 50 Cent and joins host Felicity Harley to discuss his four pillars of fitness, why he prioritises sl...

Why are so many young women getting cancer?

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, the statistics prove breast cancer in young women is increasing. Cure Cancer Postdoctoral Researcher Dr Kellie Mouchemore discusses why, risk fac...

Best-selling author Mark Manson’s top no-B.S. life advice

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Mark Manson shares his top life advice from choosing the right problems to tackle to facing ...

Best ways to slow ageing; face-name effect; health habits & your brain

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit out - or guzzle - t...

So, can adding cinnamon to your coffee help burn fat?

16 Oct 2024

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Chef, author and TV host Luke Hines discusses new Australian research around our health goals, the importance of protein and the latest TikTok trend o...

How much time in nature is enough for wellbeing?

15 Oct 2024

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Lifestyle medicine physician and best-selling author Dr Jenny Brockis reminds us why spending time outdoors is wondrous for wellbeing and how much tim...

What everyone needs to know about blood tests

14 Oct 2024

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Nutritionist Edwina Ekins explains the importance of regular blood tests, how to ask for them if your doctor’s reluctant plus she lists the exact on...

OG influencer Amanda Bisk’s tips will improve your flexibility

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Australian pole vaulter and exercise physiologist Amanda Bisk is one of the OG fitness influencers. She discusses the importance of flexibility...

Best sleeping position; two worst foods for health; mouth taping

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, it’s our Friday ep and we’re chatting through the hottest topics in the health and wellness world this week. Joining host Felicity Harley is ...

Georgia Grace wants to boost your sexual confidence

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does sexual confidence mean to you? Certified sex and relationship practitioner Georgia Grace discusses reasons for low sexual confidence, questi...

Why rucking is the hot new outdoor workout to try

08 Oct 2024

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Film producer and rucking advocate Adam McDonald gives the lowdown on the latest outdoor fitness trend of rucking and why it’s the ultimate low-impa...

How to biohack on a budget

07 Oct 2024

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Biohacker and nutritionist Camilla Thompson discusses the elusive world of biohacking, her recent US trip to biohacking founder Dave Asprey’s global...

Dr Karl on the science of optimal health

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's favourite science champion Dr Karl Kruszelnicki shares his science-backed principles for optimal health and wellbeing, and how his approac...

Signs of coffee overconsumption; gender pain gap; wellbeing burnout

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, it’s our Friday ep and we’re chatting through the hottest topics in the health and wellness world this week. Joining host Felicity Harley is ...

The Beauty Chef’s Carla Oates is a big fan of fermentation

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Folks, it’s time we talked about fermentation. The Beauty Chef founder Carla Oates discusses why she’s a fan, the wondrous health benefits and how...

The rise of notox to reduce the body’s toxic load

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cosmetic acupuncturist Dr Abbie discusses the rise of notox - why people are opting out of cosmetic surgery to reduce the toxic load - and the importa...

HIIT vs. resistance training for weight loss - which is better?

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Health expert and leading obesity researcher Dr Nick Fuller discusses the research surrounding exercise and weight loss, and whether one type is bette...

Your motivating spring fitness pep-talk

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Need some spring fitness inspiration? PT and nutrition coach Corinne Blight discusses hacks to stay motivated and shares her thoughts on recent resear...

Slash sugar intake; GPs using Dr Chat GPT; dry skin savers

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, it’s our Friday ep and we’re chatting through the hottest topics in the health and wellness world this week. Joining host Felicity Harley is ...

FlexMami’s secret to decoding her dreams

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Author, podcaster and entrepreneur FlexMami has a profound connection with her dreams - she shares how she uses AI to decode them and how they guide h...

Are you cortisol conscious?

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From cortisol workouts to cortisol face, it seems everyone is obsessed with the hormone right now. Therapist and business mentor Sheena Schuy shares h...

Perimenopause power foods

23 Sep 2024

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Peri is having a moment. Dietitian, nutritionist and author Jaime Rose Chambers says eight out of 10 Aussie women suffer from perimenopause symptoms a...

A neuroscientist on how to stop procrastinating

21 Sep 2024

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Neuroscientist turned podcast host Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa shares no-nonsense advice on how to stop procrastinating on the pesky everyday things and ...

High-protein yoghurt myths; surprising places for sex; hope vs. mindfulness

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Susie Burrell on the #1 habit for healthy weight loss

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dietitian and podcast host Susie Burrell discusses why it can be tough to lose weight, the key to long-term weight control plus her five habits for we...

How to use astrology to deal with…life

17 Sep 2024

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Bestselling author and podcaster Jordanna Levin isn’t a fan of junk food aka social media astrology - she discusses how you can use it as a “tease...

Ironman Ali Day will inspire your next workout

16 Sep 2024

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Five-time Iron Series champion Alastair Day shares exactly what he does for training, nutrition and recovery in preparation for his gruelling summer i...

Taryn Brumfitt on making new friends as an adult

15 Sep 2024

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Taryn Brumfitt is on a new mission to bring women together and celebrate each other. The 2023 Australian of the Year chats about her new venture and t...

Top sex fantasies; tadpole water for weight loss; TikTok’s ‘stimming’

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Olympian Harry Garside learnt a lot about himself after Paris

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Olympic boxer and author Harry Garside chats about his disappointing finish in Paris and how he’s somewhat surprised with the way he’s handling th...

You’re probably wearing the wrong sports bra

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chances are you’re probably wearing an ill-fitting sports bra. Nike’s Women’s Research Director Dr Bridget Munro discusses the science behind sp...

How to enhance digestion through the vagus nerve

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re talking about the vagus nerve again (you loved our last ep, listen here) with a spotlight on its link to gut health. Our guest is Jennifer War...

TV personality Angie Kent’s harrowing family cancer battle

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

TV personality Angie Kent opens up about her father’s fight with Myelodysplastic syndrome, a rare blood cancer, and how she’s supporting her famil...

Most popular sex fantasy; friendship for heart health; Gen Z's gender fluidity

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Chantelle Otten on asking for exactly what you want in bed

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning sexologist and author Chantelle Otten discusses how to find confidence and ask your partner for exactly what you want when it comes to p...

How to go from DM to dating

03 Sep 2024

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Online dating is the third most common way to meet a partner, according to the 2024 Body+Soul Sex Census. Dating coach Sera Bozza discusses all the da...

A sexologist on dealing with mismatched libidos

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mismatched libidos is a topic somatic sexologist Lillie Brown gets asked about A LOT. She discusses factors that might be dampening your libido and ho...

Australian sex habits might surprise you

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been five years since Body + Soul’s last census and the 2024 results are in. Psychiatrist and author Dr Kieran Kennedy highlights our sexual ...

Hurkle-durkle for wellbeing; lose fat & not muscle; 15 mins to fitness

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each Friday, host Felicity Harley and Body + Soul's digital editor Holly Berckelman chat through three stories that made them spit-out - or guzzle - t...

Paralympian Jaryd Clifford has an inspiring message for all runners

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paralympian Jaryd Clifford is a vision impaired middle-distance athlete and chats through how his races roll-out in Paris and the lessons he’s takin...

The hidden risks of your pilates classes

27 Aug 2024

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Pilates educator Ava Rodreguez is concerned about the one-size-fits-all pilates studio approach. She shares her advice on how to find the correct clas...

From #guttok to prebiotic sodas - is there any shortcut for gut health?

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritionist and podcast host Simon Hill discusses the validity of fast fixes and social media trends for better gut health including popular ones lik...