In a Nutshell: The Plant-Based Health Professionals UK Podcast
Episodes
Soya: a pressing need
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the second mini episode on soya, some reassurance on environmental concerns, as well as encouragement to eat more!
Menopause: don't sweat it, with Dr Nitu Bajekal, MD
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nitu Bajekal, MD is a Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in London,UK with nearly 40 years of clinical experience in women’s health...
Soya: not a humble bean
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we discuss the multiple benefits of soya, explore where the health concerns originated, and highlight what the evidence says. The studies re...
Strength to go dairy-free: milk choices, with Rosie Martin RD
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome Rosie Martin RD to the Nutshell, to tackle the topic of whether we need dairy in our diets. Rosie is a UK registered dietitian wo...
Why you should try tempeh
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Second nugget detailing why you might choose tempeh for dinner due to its protein, calcium and other wholefood benefits.
How to plant-power your children: with Paula Hallam RD
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 we welcome Paula Hallam to the Nutshell. Paula is a Paediatric Dietician, founder of ‘Plant Based Kids’ and author of the book ‘Pl...
The diet to cut NHS costs
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the Office of Health Economics article which calculates savings to the NHS of the adoption of vegan diets based on estimates of Quality Adj...
How diet affects multiple sclerosis: with Sam Josephs and Karen Lee
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we discuss the chronic neurological condition Multiple Sclerosis. Samantha Joseph BA (Hons), DipBCNH, mBANT, CNHC, is a Nutritional Therapis...
Dr Toni Vernelli: Veganuary is coming
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 13 we talk to Dr Toni Vernelli, Veganuary’s International Head of Policy and Communications. She tells us how and why Veganuary started, ...
Tanya Haffner: a cool take on sustainable diets amidst COP28
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode Twelve we welcome Tanya Haffner RD. Tanya is a registered dietician, and leads on healthy and sustainable diets strategy and partnerships ...
Dr Michael Greger: plant-based for healthspan, not lifespan.
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM. Dr Greger is an internationally recognised expert speaker and New York T...
Claire Lynch: a dietitian straight talking on plant-based eating to tackle diabetes
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcomed Claire Lynch, RD, MNutr, Dip IBLM/BSLM, to focus on type 2 diabetes. Claire is a Plant-Based Dietitian and Lifestyle Medicine P...
Josh Gibbs: are plant-based meat alternatives better for us
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome Josh Gibbs to the podcast. Josh graduated from the University of Warwick with a BSc in Biomedical Sciences and an MA in Social Sc...
Dr Gemma Newman: No bossing - motivating change in health behaviours
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 8 of In a Nutshell features Dr Gemma Newman, NHS GP and lifestyle medicine practitioner, PBHP-UK Ambassador and author of books ‘The Plant P...
No missing out: plenty more (omega 3s) in the sea
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode seven, Daisy and Clare chat about all things related to fish - from where to obtain those all important essential omega 3 fatty acids, to ...
Rohini Bajekal: life with PCOS is better on a wholefood plant-based diet
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
September is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Awareness Month and in episode 6 we speak with Rohini Bajekal, who is a plant-based nutritionist and Board-Ce...
Dr Alan Desmond: A gastroenterologist talks 100% plant-based for 100% benefit
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 5 we talk to Dr Alan Desmond, NHS Consultant Gastroenterologist and Ambassador for Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, about the importanc...
Dr LJ Smith: clearing the air on respiratory health, meat on hospital menus, and living her values
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 4 we speak with Dr Laura-Jane Smith, Consultant Respiratory physician at King's College Hospital London and Lifestyle Medicine Practiti...
Dr Minil Patel: Beyond the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of protein
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 3 we talk with Dr Minil Patel, a GP registrar with personal experience of successful weight training and body building, about the commonest...
No missing out: protein, iron, and B12
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode two we talk about how to eat a healthy nutritious diet without meat and animal products. We take a closer look at protein, iron and B12. ...
Dr Shireen Kassam: why plant based diets should be at the centre of healthcare.
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode one we talk to the founder of Plant Based Health Professionals UK, Dr Shireen Kassam about why a plant based diet is good for our health an...
In a Nutshell: introductions
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Introductory episode for In a Nutshell: The Plant Based Health Professionals Podcast. Introduces the purpose of the podcast and your hosts, GPs Daisy ...