Dr Karan Explores

⚡ Stress may be the cause of your gut problems. This might be emotional stress, or even physical stress - in fact, worrying about things can even cause problems for your tummy! So what can you do about it? 💬 Dr Emeran Mayer is gastroenterologist and brain-gut microbiome expert. He’s also Executive director of the UCLA Oppenheimer Center for the Neurobiology of Stress. In this episode he explores...

⚡ Are men’s health issues being ignored? With the rise of the “manosphere”, poor male role models and increasing focus on the harm men cause - one activist argues we’ve begun to see men as the enemy, and it’s costing us. 💬 George, known as TheTinMen online, is a men’s health activist. He tackles issues where he feels men are being let down by society - everything from domestic violence to suicid...

⚡ If you want a big, healthy and young brain - there is a simple solution that can add years to your life. 💬 Neuroscientist Dr Ben Rein explains why social connection, chatting to strangers and seeing your friends is essential for brain health - and can literally make it bigger. He also discusses the brain benefits of pets, the science of empathy and more. 🎧 Stay tuned to find out: ➡ How pets h...

⚡ ️Gut health is an absolute minefield. Trying to figure out what works best to protect your gut is becoming increasingly complex - but it doesn’t have to be. The science is pretty clear and in this episode we break down the simplest measures you can take for a healthy gut. 💬 Dr Emily Leeming is a gut health dietician and author of Genius Gut. And she’s currently running a very important trial a...

⚡️Autism, ADHD and anxiety are on the rise in children - but there is a way to rewire our kids’ brains and even reverse symptoms of these conditions…if we get in early enough. But how? 💬 Trenna Sutcliffe is a developmental-behavioural pediatrician at Sutcliffe Clinic. She helps parents navigate neurodevelopmental conditions and build mentally resilient children. She says the work must start youn...

💬 Jens Walter is a gut health expert at APC Microbiome Ireland, one of the leading microbiome centres in the world - and helped develop the Non-industrialised Microbiome Restore (NiMe) diet. ⚡️In this episode, Jens and I discuss how our microbiomes have been shaped throughout human history - and the foods we can eat to make our healthy microbes flourish.  🎧 Stay tuned to find out: ➡︎ Just how d...

💬 Dr Spencer Nadolsky is an obesity and lipid specialist, and an expert in GLP-1 care. He’s also the co-host of the Docs Who Lift podcast. ⚡️In this episode Spencer and I discuss emerging research around weight loss injections tirzepatide and semaglutide, known as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro - and discuss the proper use of these drugs. 🎧 Stay tuned to find out: ➡︎ Why old restrictions on weigh...

💬 Ro Huntriss is a world-leading fertility expert, recently crowned ‘Best Fertility Dietitian’ by The European Fertility Society . She has extensive experience in women’s health and is also the author of Deliciously Healthy Fertility. ⚡️In this episode Ro and I discuss the incredible power we have to influence our own ability to conceive (for both women and men) and improve the health outcomes o...

💬 Dr  Megan Rossi, aka The Gut Health Doctor , is an award‑winning dietitian and nutritionist with a PhD in gut microbiome science. She's the founder of The Gut Health Clinic and the Bio&Me food brand. She’s also a Sunday Times bestselling author, dedicated to translating cutting-edge gut research into practical, real‑world health advice. ⚡️In this episode, Megan and I dive into the science...

💬 Alex Ruani is a doctoral researcher in diet-health misinformation at University College London. She studies how misinformation spreads, the potential harm it can do - and what techniques we should be using to stop it. ⚡️In this episode Alex and I discuss the rising influence of technology and artificial intelligence on fake news and the spreading of misinformation - including how I’ve recently...

💬 Dr. Giles Yeo is a geneticist and obesity researcher at the University of Cambridge. He specialises in how brain and genetic factors influence appetite and body weight regulation. He’s known for communicating complex science around obesity, appetite, and nutrition in an accessible way through media, books, and public talks. ⚡️In this episode, Giles and I dig into how our genes - especially tho...

💬 Rhiannon Lambert is a nutritionist and author of newly released book “The Unprocessed Plate: Simple, Flavourful UPF-free Recipes to Transform Your Life”. ⚡️In this episode Rhiannon and I unpack some of the more worrying stats around ultra-processed food, discuss practical advice on how you can stop over-eating and improve your nutrition easily - and add some much needed nuance to the subject....

💬 Gabrielle Palmeri is a nutritionist, gut health dietician and self-professed fibre freak. She’s seen first hand the rising rates of colon cancer, especially in younger people, linked directly to poor fibre intake.  ⚡️In this episode Gabrielle and I explore our mutual love of fibre and its amazing health benefits, and explain how you can easily up your intake. 🎧 Stay tuned to find out: ➡︎ The...

💬 Cory Ruth is a registered dietitian and women’s health expert. As someone who suffers from PCOS, she has an intimate knowledge on the subject - and has dedicated her life to learning about the condition. ⚡️In this episode Cory and I dig into the science of PCOS and the dietary and lifestyle strategies that can help women take control of their health, weight and vitality - and heal their bodies...

💬 Blair Imani Ali is an author, historian and the creator of Smarter In Seconds, an online series that is helping change people’s perspectives on issues of politics, identity, race, health and more. ⚡️In this episode Blair and I delve into common biases that impact society, how we’re conditioned to think and feel the way we do, and how to find nuance in a polarised world of social media. 🎧 Stay...

💬 Hydroxide is a food scientist and digital creator, with a strong following on Instagram and TikTok. She uses her deep knowledge of food and deadpan comic style to debunk viral myths, and raise awareness of food safety. ⚡️In this episode Hydroxide and I examine various food trends circulating right now and uncover what’s nonsense and what’s worth caring about. 🎧 Stay tuned to find out: ➡︎ Whet...

💬 In this episode Dr Anthony Youn and I discuss the biggest and latest trends in plastic surgery - and how to know when you should get work done. ⚡️Anthony is one of America’s most trusted plastic surgeons and a leading voice for safe, ethical cosmetic procedures. With millions of followers online, he’s known for cutting through the hype and sharing honest, expert advice on everything from Botox...

💬 In this episode Dr Federica Amati explore how our nutritional needs change and evolve at different stages in our life, and explain how the science of good health is much more clear than we’re led to believe.  ⚡️Federica is the Head Nutritionist at ZOE and Nutrition Lead at Imperial Medicine and WellFounded Health. She’s also the best-selling author of ‘Every Body Should Know This’ and ‘Recipes...

💬 “  Now the UK drinks more coffee than tea…which I think is fascinating.” ~James Hoffmann ⚡️ James Hoffmann is THE coffee expert. On YouTube and Instagram, he shares an untold amount of wisdom for all would-be coffee connoisseurs. He’s the 2007 World Barista Champion, author of "The World Atlas of Coffee" and co-founder of Square Mile Coffee Roasters. ⚡ In this episode James and I delve into t...

💬 “ Omega-3s  have important health attributes right across the life course. They're right up there with fruit and veg” ⚡️ Philip Calder is professor of nutritional immunology in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton. His specific areas of interest are inflammation and the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. ⚡ In this episode Phil and I explore the science of inflamma...

💬 “  When people come in to see me for pelvic pain, you need to convince me that you DON’T have endometriosis.” ⚡️ Dr Jill Ingenito is an endometriosis excision surgeon, one of few Ob/Gyn’s specialising in the field. She’s amassed a strong following online, talking about this chronically under represented health issue affecting so many women. ⚡ In this episode Jill and I explore just how common...

💬 “If you start treating yourself as someone you care about, then you can turn things around” ~Dr Julie ⚡️ Dr Julie Smith is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author and content creator. She’s become the go-to online resource for mental health tips and tricks (you may have seen her viral videos on TikTok and Instagram).  ⚡ In this episode Julie and I explore how to master your mental health,...

💬 “How you eat is so important, the time of day, how fast you eat, the ordering of the meal, how much sleep you’ve had” ~Dr Sarah Berry ⚡️ Dr Sarah Berry is a nutrition scientist at King’s College London, and Chief Scientist at ZOE. Her main areas of expertise revolve around the hot topic of precision or personalised nutrition. ⚡ In this episode Sarah and I explain why people can have such wild...

💬 “If we focus on our cognitive health early on, about 80% of dementias could be prevented” ~The Brain Docs ⚡️ The Brain Docs are Drs Dean and Ayesha Sherzai. They are neurologists and codirectors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center. They’re also the authors of ‘The Alzheimer’s Solution’ and ‘The 30-Day Alzheimer’s Solution’. ⚡ In this...

💬 “ We are basically farming poor people for their organs, and that is dystopian.” ~Scott Carney ⚡️ Scott Carney is an investigative journalist and author of “The Red Market”, where he investigates the macabre underworld of the global body trade. Scott is also a well-known YouTuber, where he exposes and debunks science grifters. ⚡ In this episode Scott and I explore the shocking size of the ill...