Happy Habit Podcast

Breakfast cereal is something that most people eat in the mornings, but most people dont realise the cereal they are eating is actually working against their fat loss goals. You see cereal makers use alot of buzz words to give us the impression that their cereal is in fact a healthy option, but the truth is its loaded with sugar.. and a meal that spikes your blood sugar first thing in the morning...

Ultraprocessed foods arent food they are products made from man-made chemicals, additives and highly unnatural ingredients, simply not found in nature and yet they make up a large proportion of the global diet today. And this is a huge contributor to metabolic disease, as our bodies simply haven't evolved to consume products designed in labs. In this video I detail 15 foods that fall into this...

Uric acid is produced in the body, if you produce too much or excrete too little it can cause gout, painful kidney stones, hypertension, insulin resistance and increased cardiovascular risk so in this episode I outline 10 foods that will reduce your uric acid levels naturally and detail some foods you should avoid. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKl...

In this episode I discuss what visceral fat is and specific foods you can eat to help you burn visceral fat faster. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyE...

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If you are trying to lose weight or manage your blood sugar you are probably trying to cut carbs and / or consuming low carb options. The problem is not all low carb options are all that they seem to be. In this video I explore 5 seemingly low carb foods that arent low carb at all and are most likely sabotaging your weightloss progress. I give you actual low carb alternatives to these fake low car...

In this episode I outline the steps you can take to get more toned without adding to your bodyfat percentage. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_v...

Visceral fat is possibly the most dangerous fat in your body and you can't even see it. This is the kind of fat that surrounds your organs, its not the kind of fat you can pinch. Its dangerous because its biologically active, it releases hormones, inflammatory signals and chemicals that can sabotage your health. In this video we explore exactly what visceral fat is and does and how you can get...

Cortisol is one of the most underrated yet powerful hormones affecting your fat loss goals. Cortisol is one our most important hormones, it helps us wake up, manage stress , regulate blood sugar and respond to danger, but chronically elevated cortisol levels are problematic especially if you're trying to lose belly fat. So in this video we'll deep dive into cortisol and what science says about low...

Traditionally people who are overweight have thought part of the reason was becasue they had a 'slow metabolism' but the truth is that many people who are overweight have a faster metabolism than those who are leaner because they carry more mass. So why does it feel that nothing works when you're trying to lose weight? Well its because your metabolism is adapting. So when you eat less...

Sir David Attenborough is one of the most celebrated broadcasters and naturalists on the planet in part because he has been promoting all aspects of the natural world for 80 years. He will soon celebrate his 100th birthday and recently shared a dietary change he has made which migt help explain his longevity. He has stopped eating red meat. This is something that many people in blue zones (those a...

Ozempic is the drug of the moment, everyone from celebrities to influencers to your next door neighbour are on it, and yes there have been some incredible success stories but there is also a hidden cost to this wonder drug. Is ozempic really the miracle drug its been made out to be? In this episode I discuss the science underpinning how ozempic works, highlighting how people have experienced a 15...

DONT believe the hype ! Remember fat loss only happens when your body is in consistent calorie deficit and while no food burns directly burns fat , some foods can better set the stage for hormone regulation, metabolism and sleep, and all of these play a huge role in your body's ability to burn fat effectively. In today's episode we look at 5 of those foods that can help support your fatlos...

You might be doing alot of the right things, from exercising to eating more healthily but you still dont seem to be able to shift that stubborn belly fat ! Why ? Because fat loss isn't linear, you might lose fat from your arms and face before you ever see fat loss from your stomach, because fat distribution is both genetically and hormonally driven. Its also key to remember that you simply can...

Plastic is absolutely everywhere and more and more scientists are finding tiny micro and nanoparticles of plastic in our bodies. In this episode I examine the ways in which we can mitigate against the risks associated with plastic exposure and unintended plastic consumption, including using the body's own detoxification capabilities to rid ourselves of this growing plastic problem. The dangers...

Some big names have made the headlines in recent times having been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Did you know that the food on your plate can contribute to your risk of acquiring this disease, at the same time, there are some foods that will help reduce your risk of becoming a prostate cancer statistic. Highly processed foods like hotdogs are high in nitrates, preservatives and processed fat can...

Why is it so so difficult to get rid of belly fat? In this video we break down the science as to why its so different from fat in other areas of the body and what it really takes to burn it off. Once you understand the biology, the psychology and the hormones involved the process of losing bellyfat is alot easier to understand and achieve. There are two types of abdominial fat, subcutaneous fat ju...

What foods will give your the MOST nutrients for the fewest calories, and I'm not talking about trendy superfoods , but real accessible foods that can transform your energy , your brain and your metabolism. Heres a list of the most nutrent dense foods that you can eat that will power you to health and longevity. 1. Liver 2. Eggs 3. Wild caught sardines 4. Seaweed 5. Dark leafy greens 6. Oyster...

Coffee is a an incredibly popular drink, but it is also a drug and a misunderstood one at that. Coffee is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water, its rich in antioxidants, polyphenols and the most widley used psychoactive substance on the planet, that is caffeine! Coffee has some serious science-backed health benefits such as improved cognitive performance, Its rich in antioxid...

Visceral fat is in the news and the buzz word used by many fitness influencers these days who make outlandish claims stating that uts possible for you to rid your body of visceral fat in 30 days , but is this true? Visceral fat is the dangerous fat that lies around your organs. Part of its danger stems from the fact that its not visible, you can be slim on the outside while still having high level...

So you think you're doing everything right when it comes to weightloss, you think you're eating clean and you feel you're moving enough, BUT you still aren't reaching your weigtloss goals? Well in this episode we explore 7 why your calorie deficit isn't working for you: 1. You aren't in a real calorie deficit 2. Over-estimating how many calories you burn 3. Metabolic adapta...

Study : https://www.mdpi.com/2887154 A new study has linked plastic use with high blood pressure. Microplastics are tiny fragments of plastic less than 5 mm in size, they're in the water we drink , the air we breathe and the food we eat. One study followed 8 healthy individuals who agreed to limit their consumption of plastic bottled beverages and only drink tap water instead. Their blood pres...

Belly fat is the most frustrating kind of fat for so many people. Belly fat , especially visceral fat, thats the kind of fat that wraps around your organs, isnt just about calories its about your habits that give your body the signal to either burn fat or store it, so in this episode I'm giving you 6 science backed daily habits you can adopt to help burn your belly fat. 1. Start your day with...

Chronic inflammation is insidious and damaging but the good news is you can fight its effects and it begins with what you eat. Chronic inflammation is linked to every single major disease, from heart disease and diabetes to Alzheimers and arthitis. In this episode I list 7 of the most powerful anti-inflammatory foods, all backed by science, all of which will help you heal your body from the inside...

Losing fat WITHOUT losing muscle is the holy grail of body composition, but how exactly do you become leaner without losing that all important muscle tone? In this episode I give you 6 science backed ways to do so : 1. Maintain a moderate calorie deficit 2. Consume sufficient amounts of protein 3. Prioritise resistance training 4. Too much cardio will kill your muscle gains 5. Sleep is a vital fat...