Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The way we talk to ourselves can have a powerful impact on the actions we take. Normally we aren't even aware of how we talk to ourselves. Those deep ingrained thoughts that lead us to feel in a certain way. Which leads us to act in a certain way. Ever noticed how your kids say "I can't do it!" and you can see that they can. They just think they can't. It's the same w...

Today I'm chatting with Dr Mhairi Morris, lecturer at Loughborough University. We're talking about simple changes that you can make to your lifestyle that will reduce your risk of cancer. In a nutshell: Exercise Don’t smoke. Avoid sun damage. Be a healthy weight. Sleep 7-8 hours a night. Avoid “bad stress”. Breastfeed Don’t take HRT. Show notes: https://www.drorlena.com/blog/reducing-you...

Dr Orlena looks back on her "journey of self discovery". How she went from "stressed, overwhelmed and anxious" to "fit and fabulous." Small changes in the way that you think and act can have huge benefits to your every day life. But how do you start on your journey of feeling fit and fabulous? How do you learn to love yourself and make every moment of your life count?...

We all want to reduce our risk of getting cancer. It can be difficult to wade through the conflicting advice and sensational headlines. Today I am talking to Dr Mhairi Morris, lecturer at Loughborough University UK and founder of Essential Cancer Education. Mhairi explains (in simple terms) the current research. Which foods and diets will increase your risk of cancer, which won’t and which need mo...

Today I want to talk about why you should bother to lose weight. Many people want to lose weight to look good or feel confident. These are powerful motivating reasons. But there is one reason that trumps them all. Your health! Show notes: https://www.drorlena.com/blog/why-your-health-is-a-powerful-reason-to-lose-weight New Me Challenge: https://www.drorlena.com/new-me Watch Stop Dieting Start Thri...

We all know that too much stress is bad for you. But is all stress created equally? And what can we do to have more of the “good stress” and less of the “bad stress”. Dr Orlena Kerek talks to Dr Marianne Van Den Broek, psychiatrist and leadership coach to find out all about how to manage the stress in our lives. Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/coping-with-stress-interview-with-a-psychia...

1 in 3 women have stress incontinence after childbirth. Kegels and hypopressive exercises strengthen pelvic floor muscles and improve stress incontinence. Find out what causes stress incontinence and what you can do to fix it. Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/stress-incontinence-and-how-to-fix-your-pelvic-floor Watch Stop Dieting Start Thriving: https://www.drorlena.com/stop-dieting   Si...

There are so many benefits to exercising. Health benefits and "feeling amazing" benefits. Dr Orlena looks at the benefits and gives amazing tips to get you started on your exercise journey. Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/health-benefits-of-exercise-and-how-to-get-started-podcast-episode-7 Watch Stop Dieting Start Thriving: https://www.drorlena.com/stop-dieting   Sign up for t...

Trying to lose weight can be overwhelming. I've put together 7 easy things that you can do to get started. Remember that healthy eating is a marathon, not a sprint. Every little change counts! Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/7-easy-things-that-you-can-do-to-lose-weight-podcast-episode-6 Watch Stop Dieting Start Thriving: https://www.drorlena.com/stop-dieting   Sign up for the Stop...

The vast majority of heart disease is preventable. Dr Zarrin Shaikh, Cardiologist, explains how we can live a heart healthy lifestyle and avoid heart disease. How to Live a Heart Healthy Life Style Exercise (at least 25 minutes of getting out of breath a day). Reduce Stress. Mindfulness and Meditation. Sleep Well (7-8 hours a night). Friends and Community. Show notes: https://www.drorlena.com/blog...

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Patients are getting younger and sicker. The vast majority of heart disease is avoidable through diet and lifestyle measures. Today Dr Zarrin Shaikh, consultant Cardiologist from the UK, discusses what we should be eating to promote heart health and avoid heart disease Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/how-to-reduce-your-ri...

  Today I take a close look at the benefits of meditation. (Health benefits, emotional and stress reduction benefits as well as being more productive.) Plus some easy suggestions to get you started on your meditation journey. Show notes: https://www.drorlena.com/blog/meditation New Me Challenge: https://www.drorlena.com/new-me Watch Stop Dieting Start Thriving: https://www.drorlena.com/stop-dietin...

How do you change from "grumpy and angry" to "calm and happy"? Healthy living isn't just about eating vegetables, it's about your emotional health too. It's so easy to get addicted to being grumpy and stressed. How do you start to change your way of being, increase your happiness levels and decrease your stress? Show notes:  https://www.drorlena.com/blog/letting-...

Dr Orlena takes a look at the health benefits and  research behind the Mediterranean Style Diet. The Med Style Diet is a fantastic frame work for healthy eating (and a stepping stone to healthy living.) The med style diet will also support your weight loss goals. What foods are encouraged and discourage in Mediterranean Style eating. Plus how to start eating the Med way. Show notes:  https://www.d...

We're going to be chatting about how you can feel fit and fabulous at forty and beyond. We'll be discussing the 3 pillars of health, nutrition, exercise and lifestyle. And finding easy ways that you can incorporate into your life so that you can live life to the max. 1. Many diseases are preventable through diet and lifestyle. 2. Creating your healthy lifestyle. 3. Unique to you. 4. Lots...