Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition

From flying high as a writer to hitting rock bottom, Kelly's been through a lot. Living with ADHD and bipolar depression, she's authored two bestselling books, coining the term 'Adulting' in the process. In this episode, Kelly teaches you how to deal with life's catastrophes to help you move forward, get to a happier place and do your best work. Ultimately, she'll tell you how to continue the proc...

Dr William Li is a globally renowned medical doctor and bestselling author who will shake up your beliefs around body fat. He’s the author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat To Beat Your Diet. In recent decades, he’s had a pivotal role in developing new medicines and is a pioneer in the field of research called Food As Medicine. In this episode, he explains fat, why not all fat is bad, where it goes i...

Spies know a thing or two about focus. Shane Parrish worked for Canadian Intelligence before turning his attention full-time to the Farnam Street blog. The blog is read by top CEOs and financial leaders to improve their decision making and think smarter. In this episode he’ll tell you how to hack your day for maximum focus and productivity - and how to harness your everyday fears to make you a bet...

We hear a lot about vitamin supplements - some facts, some fad. Biotech CEO Jack O’Meara tells us about some of the scientific research that’s gone into these trends - be it turmeric, charcoal lattes or milk thistle. Listen to the full episode here Follow Jack O'Meara on Twitter Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here !

Most people know what a placebo is, but what about 'nocebo'? How much can mind-body interactions and beliefs impact your health? Dr. Felice Jacka explains all. She reveals surprising results of diets rich in fermented foods and fiber and provides strategies for people struggling with IBS. Listen to the full episode here Follow Felice Jacka on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram 
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Life is full of difficult conversations. Having them with our closest relatives is tough. But opening up a dialogue can be so beneficial. Leading psychotherapist Julia Samuel shares essential tips for approaching these conversations. Listen to the full episode here Follow Julia Samuel on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram 
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Many of us care about followers, likes and viewers online. But these are fake connections that can make us feel more lonely. Guy Winch tells us that loneliness not only damages our emotional wellbeing but it has physiologicalconsequences too. In our increasingly isolated society, Guy tells us how to combat loneliness, overcome your fear of rejection and prioritise your emotional health. Listen to...

How can you escape negative mind chatter? What is our Inner Sage and how can we recognise and control our Inner Saboteur? These are the questions a mental wellness coach can help you address. In late 2022, I began working with a coach to better understand myself and the values I hold dear. In this conversation, Maren Ashford puts the spotlight on me. We discuss my sage, saboteur and love of Katy P...

Bryan Johnson's rigorous daily health protocol is aiming to keep his body young forever. But he received surprising side effects from regular electromagnetic stimulation: sleep, vitality and improved penis health. Listen to the full conversation with Bryan Johnson here Follow Bryan Johnson on Instagram   Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here !

Dr. Satchin Panda - world-leading researcher on time restricted eating - discusses the benefits and importance of consistent eating windows. You’ll learn the impact on DNA repair, fat metabolism and reduced chronic disease risk, including cancer prevention. Listen to the full episode here Follow Satchin Panda on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsl...

Africa's shame hindered her ability to be vulnerable and form deep connections. She sought solace in alcohol. Despite multiple relapses, she persisted in her quest for sobriety. In this conversation, Africa sheds light on the allure of chaos and discomfort on her healing journey. Listen to the full conversation with Africa here Follow Africa on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And s...

World-leading guru on menstrual health Dr Mindy Pelz sheds light on the importance of finding your natural rhythm, tracking your cycle and repairing your microbiome. Listen to the full conversation with Dr Mindy here Follow Dr Mindy on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here !

“A house full of love, and a healthy body & mind. That can not be bought. That must be earned.” - Naval Ravikant Alex Ikonn explains his growth journey. And how close he came to taking the wrong path. Mimi tells us her number 1 tip to start rewiring your brain for positive change. Listen to the full episode here Follow Mimi Ikonn on Instagram Follow Alex Ikonn on Instagram And sign up to Live...

Since childhood, Reggie Yates embraced uniqueness. This mindset paved the way for unexpected rewards and opportunities, and a three-decade career in the entertainment industry. Reggie shares the magic of being himself from being a successful child actor, to writing and directing films today. Listen to the full conversation with Reggie here Follow Reggie Yates on Instagram Follow host Sarah Ann Mac...

Food can affect our mood - we’ve all experienced it. In the past, psychiatry has been concerned with what happens in the brain. Today, we know that what’s going on in the gut can impact our mental health. Professor Felice Jacka is a pioneer of nutritional psychiatry. She discusses her groundbreaking research on how food can affect our mood. In this episode you’ll learn about the link between anxie...

From bickering at Christmas dinners to mourning lost loved ones, family is there through thick and thin. Julia Samuel MBE is an author, podcast host and one of the UK’s leading psychotherapists who can help us better understand and communicate with our families. Whether it be understanding the origins of sibling rivalry, learning that trauma is passed through generations or making sense of how our...

A healthy liver is a vital part of our physical wellbeing. It’s truly a powerhouse organ - and not enough people are talking about it. Jack O’Meara is CEO of Ochre Bio - a company revolutionizing the treatment of liver disease -  and he says we need to show the liver some love. In this episode we’ll discover the real impact of alcohol on our liver. Is one glass of wine a night really so bad?...

Heartbreak can hit anyone. It makes us lonely, disconnected and creates a sense of grief. Nobody denies that it’s tough. Dr. Guy Winch is a psychologist, author and podcast host whose TED Talks have tallied up millions of views. He’s got the toolkit to help you beat the break-up blues. We hear a lot about ‘mental health’, but Guy emphasises the importance of something a little different: ‘emotiona...

Lots of us know that circadian rhythms are vital to a good night's sleep. But we still get hungry at strange times, feel sleepy in the afternoons and crave sugar late at night. Dr Satchin Panda is the leading voice on circadian biology. And he can tell you how to get these rhythms in check.  His pioneering research into time-restricted eating - AKA intermittent fasting - has revealed that whe...

Imagine a life free of self-sabotage. For some, big nights out are the problem. The solution could lie in a sobriety habit. Africa Brooke is a speaker and podcast host who's helped thousands of young people tackle their own inner demons. Whilst getting sober can be tough, it can enhance self-knowledge, create deeper relationships and reduce feelings of shame. In this episode, Africa reveals her jo...

The biological and hormonal rhythms of men’s and women’s bodies vary massively, but intermittent fasting has benefits for all of us. Dr Mindy Pelz is a globally recognised nutrition guru and bestselling author promoting the range of benefits fasting can have for our overall wellbeing. From regulating hormone cycles to a healthier gut microbiome, fasting is not a fad. It has the potential to transf...

Imagine living forever, or being the last human left on earth. Meet millionaire tech CEO and entrepreneur Bryan Johnson. His goal? To remain biologically the same age for 365 days while the world keeps ticking away. In this episode, Bryan explains his rigorous daily protocol, how he fasts for 20 hours a day and why sleep is the new coffee. We'll also learn how he generates totally original ideas f...

In a world that often focuses on negativity, it's more important than ever to embrace gratitude and discover its effects on our lives and minds.  With many studies showing the profound impact of gratitude on our mental and physical well-being, it's time to shift our perspective and celebrate the small wins, where gratitude can pave the way to success. Sarah speaks to two of the worlds leading...

British broadcasting legend Reggie Yates joins Sarah for the first episode of Season 10. After a media career spanning three decades, Reggie’s grown up in the limelight. From hosting the iconic Radio 1 chart show to creating award winning TV documentaries, he’s most recently taken to film directing and screenwriting.  In this conversation, Reggie discusses how his definition of success has ch...

Social media is full of misleading promises and apparent quick fixes for our health. Navigating this maze of lifestyle advice can be overwhelming. Live Well Be Well aims to filter through the noise, providing the most useful tips to improve wellbeing and nutrition. Sarah Ann Macklin - nutritionist, public speaker, and founder of the Be Well Collective - is back for Season 10 of Live Well Be Well,...