Alive and Loving It

Why are anxiety and depression affecting so many people today? In this heartfelt and hopeful episode of Alive and Loving It , Dr Rosy Daniel, Karen Mellers and Evelyn Liddell explore the growing mental health crisis, the impact of stress and social media, and practical ways to reclaim emotional balance, resilience and wellbeing. From understanding the biology of anxiety and depression to discoveri...

What would you do if someone was injured, stung, burned, sprained an ankle, developed cystitis on a Sunday afternoon, or suffered from a panic attack while travelling? In this practical and empowering episode of Alive and Loving It , Dr Rosy Daniel is joined by pharmacist and herbal medicine expert Evelyn Liddell and co-host Karen Mellers to explore the art of natural first aid. This episode is al...

What if your skin is trying to tell you something? In this fascinating conversation, Dr Rosy Daniel and Karen Mellers welcome Weleda skin expert and esthetician trainer Elizabeth King to explore the extraordinary relationship between skin, health, emotions and healing. Elizabeth shares her journey from a young aromatherapy enthusiast to becoming a pioneer in holistic skin therapy. Drawing on anthr...

What if the biggest risk factor for heart disease isn't cholesterol, but loneliness? In this deeply personal and moving episode of Alive and Loving It , Dr Rosy Daniel and Karen Mellers explore the growing epidemic of cardiovascular disease through both a medical and human lens. The conversation is dedicated to their mothers, Margaret and Mary, who both died from cardiovascular illness, and b...

In this powerful and emotionally charged episode Karen and Dr Rosy explore the growing epidemic of type 2 diabetes and obesity in the UK and worldwide. With obesity affecting: 10% of children aged 0–5 rising to 22% by age 10–11  5.6 million adults in the UK living with type 2 diabetes  66% of UK adults overweight or obese (up from 53% in 1993)  Diabetes and obesity ruining lives and costing the UK...

In this rich, fascinating and deeply honest episode of the Alive and Loving It podcast, wellness broadcaster Karen Mellers is joined by integrative physician Dr Rosy Daniel and holistic wellbeing expert Evelyn Liddell-Davies to explore the complex world of digestion, gut health and the powerful connection between the digestive system, stress and emotional wellbeing. From acid reflux and indigestio...

In this powerful and compassionate episode Karen and Rosy explore asthma from a truly holistic perspective, looking beyond inhalers and medication to understand the deeper physical, environmental and emotional causes behind breathing difficulties. If you or someone you love struggles with asthma, allergies, wheezing, recurrent chest infections or stress-related breathing issues, this episode is fi...

In this episode of Alive and Loving It , Rosy Daniel, Karen Mellers and Evelyn Liddell-Davies take a deep dive into hay fever, and natural ways to support the body during pollen season. They explore what really happens in the body during hay fever, why symptoms such as blocked noses, streaming eyes, sneezing and fatigue occur, and how stress, inflammation and lifestyle habits can increase sensitiv...

This episode is essential listening for anyone seeking a more holistic understanding of cancer and its treatment. It offers practical tools, evidence-informed insights, and a deeply compassionate approach to healing, placing the individual, not the disease, at the centre of care and proactive self-healing. In this powerful and deeply insightful episode of Alive and Loving It, Dr Rosy Daniel draws...

In this episode of Alive and Loving It , Dr Rosy Daniel and Karen Mellers explore menopause in depth, reframing it as a powerful natural life transition rather than a medical condition. This episode is a must-listen for women searching for the causes of menopause symptoms, including hot flushes, brain fog, and anxiety, as well as those looking for HRT alternatives, natural menopause support, perim...

Sleep is not just rest; it is the foundation of your physical health, emotional balance and mental clarity. In this deeply insightful episode of Alive and Loving It, Dr Rosy Daniel, Karen Mellers and new co-host Evelyn Liddell-Davies explore the true causes of poor sleep and how to restore it naturally. This episode offers a compassionate, practical guide to reclaiming deep, restorative sleep with...

Our empowering new focus for Season 4 is the holistic healthcare approach to the major health conditions of today. Dr Rosy Daniel wishes to share all she has learned in 40 years of Integrative Medicine to help you prevent and reverse lifestyle illness. With Karen Melllers and new co-host Evelyn Liddell-Davies we explore the therapeutic, lifestyle and self-help approaches which can make huge differ...

In this powerful and deeply personal season finale, Karen Mellers welcomes her long-time friend Charlie Seargent to share her extraordinary journey through cancer, recovery, and rediscovering her vitality through Health Creation coaching and mentorship. Charlie opens up about the early symptoms she experienced while working as a teacher, the frustration of delayed diagnosis, and the profound life...

In today’s episode, UK Health Leader Marcus Fernandez shares his personal journey into homeopathy, from cynicism to becoming a leading author, trainer, practitioner and philanthropist through his College for Homeopathic Education. Marcus does not just believe Homeopathy works, he knows it works and has led the profession boldly through the attacks of sceptics to keep Homeopathy alive and well for...

In today’s episode, we explore the role of vitality and life energy as the fundamental source of our health, well-being and ability to heal, and the factor most affecting our level of consciousness and true understanding of the spiritual nature of life. We look at why our vitality levels are so important as the fuel for our relationships, work and passions and how Rosy’s tool ‘The Picture of Healt...

Dr Paula Petry met Karen Mellers whilst travelling in the UK in search of new partnerships to open up her profound healing work with individuals and groups. Paula’s own exploration of the spiritual side of life started as a result of deep personal loss following the death of her daughter.  Whilst psychology was profoundly helpful at her time of greatest grief it did not answer the big questions. W...

In this episode, we engage in a heartfelt conversation with Kimberley Durham about her journey into environmental activism, and how she gained the confidence and strength to take action by joining a like-minded group of co-workers at Weleda. This led her forward to create the Harborough Woodland tree planting initiative in Leicestershire, where she has motivated and managed the planting of 53,000...

In this episode of the Alive and Loving It podcast, hosts Karen Mellers and Rosy Daniel engage in a heartfelt conversation with Jane Sterland, MD of Waleeda UK. They explore Jane's journey from the fashion industry to the world of natural health and beauty, emphasizing the importance of connecting with nature and the philosophy behind Waleeda's products. The discussion delves into the is...

In this conversation, Karen Mellers and Rosy Daniel explore the theme of detoxification, discussing the various types of toxicity that affect our bodies and the environment be that the toxicity of excess, exposure to toxic chemicals, growth factors and hormone disruptors or toxicity due to our elimination systems breaking down. We delve into the impact of chemicals in our beauty and skin care, hom...

This conversation touches on tender territory, including childhood trauma and sexual themes, held with great care. Please take your time with it and only listen when you feel resourced.  In this deeply intimate and courageous episode, Rosy Daniel steps into the guest seat to share her personal healing journey through Tantra and how it transformed her relationship with herself and with men, enablin...

In this conversation, Karen and Rosy explore Tantra and Neo-Tantra, including themes of intimacy, sexuality, and relational connection. These topics are discussed in a respectful, conscious, and grounded way, but we wanted to let you know in advance. This episode features a profound conversation with Leora Lightwoman , a leading UK teacher of Tantra and Neo-Tantra. Together, they explore the essen...

In this episode, Karen Mellers and Rosy Daniel explore the profound themes of love and relationships, emphasising the primary importance of emotional connection, communication, and belonging within our communities. They discuss the healing power of love, the significance of parenting and boundaries, and the impact of childhood experiences on adult relationship patterns. The conversation highlights...

In this episode, Rosy Daniel and Karen Mellers explore the two-year transformative journey of Karen and her husband as they embrace the principle of My Space . They reflect upon how their family home in Derbyshire started to feel stuck and uncomfortable, which led them to take the decision to leave and embark on a two-year adventure as “Two Drifters” across various locations, through many other sp...

In this rich and deeply grounding conversation, Karen Mellers and Dr Rosy Daniel are joined by healthy homes pioneer Gina Lazenby to explore the Health Creation Principle My Space, and how the environments we live and work in profoundly affect our health and our wellbeing. From Feng Shui and geopathic stress to clutter, boundaries, sleep, sacred space, ancestral connections and working from home,...

In this engaging conversation, Karen Mellers and Rosy Daniel explore the profound impact of personal space on our mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being. They discuss the importance of creating a nurturing environment with beauty and space for stillness, as well as the necessity of personal time and sacred spaces for self-care. They examine the effects of clutter and how it reflects...