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

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Fasting has its benefits, but what if it’s doing more harm than good for women? In this clip, Dr. Stacy Sims, a leading researcher in women’s health, shares the science-backe...

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Are you stuck in your healing journey because you're overthinking it? In this clip, Diego Perez, the author and meditation teacher behind Yung Pueblo, shares profound insight...

As we wrap up another incredible year of Live Well, Be Well, I'm excited to share with you my personal top takeaways from the fascinating conversations that have shaped 2024. In this special solo episode, I reflect on the transformative insights gained from speaking with some of the brightest minds in health, wellbeing, and personal development. I explore how our understanding of stress, longevity...

I'm thrilled to share this conversation with Dr. Chris Palmer, where we dive deep into the groundbreaking connection between mental health and metabolism. As someone who has worked extensively in mental health over the past decade, I was captivated by Chris's pioneering research and his message of hope for those struggling with mental health conditions. In this episode, we explore how metabolic he...

I'm thrilled to share this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between spirituality and science. In this episode, I sit down with Radhika Das, a remarkable spiritual teacher and author, to explore the transformative power of mantra meditation and its scientifically-proven benefits for our mental and physical wellbeing. Together, we delve into fascinating research about how ancient pract...

Hi, everyone! 🌟 In this week’s episode of Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with the brilliant psychotherapist Sophie Scott to dive deep into the topics we all need to hear more about: burnout, boundaries, and balanced living. Sophie brings her wealth of knowledge and experience as a therapist and author to the conversation, shedding light on how we can support our mental health while nurturing mean...

In this fascinating episode of Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with Professor Gideon Lack, one of the world’s foremost experts on allergies. We dive deep into the rising prevalence of allergies, exploring the two significant waves of the allergy epidemic—respiratory and food-related—and what they mean for us today. Professor Lack sheds light on the hygiene hypothesis, explaining how modern cleanlin...

In this episode of Live Well, Be Well , I sit down with Dr. Stacy Sims , who joins us all the way from New Zealand, to debunk the biggest myths surrounding women’s health. This conversation is all about understanding why “women are not small men” and why so much generic health advice—fasting, calorie counting, and trendy fitness routines—can actually do more harm than good for women. We discuss ev...

My guest for today is Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals and Meditations for Mortals . We look into the paradox of productivity, exploring why our relentless pursuit of doing more doesn't necessarily lead to a happier or more fulfilling life. Oliver shares insights on how letting go of the impossible quest to "get it all done" can open the door to genuine f...

In this episode, my guest is Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo—a writer, meditator, and author of the new book The Way Forward. We explore his personal journey of self-healing, discussing how to reconnect with our intuition and build self-trust. Diego shares how embracing meditation and self-awareness transformed his life, helping him overcome personal challenges. We delve into the importance...

I talk with Kanchan Koya about the role of spices in managing inflammation. We discuss how spices contain compounds that influence the body's inflammatory processes in different ways. Kanchan explains the benefits of using spice blends to achieve a synergistic effect. We focus on turmeric and how to enhance its absorption by using traditional methods like heating it in fat and pairing it with blac...

In this clip, I had a conversation with Dr. Casey Means about how to nourish our bodies through food. We discuss the importance of removing ultra-processed foods from our diets and focus on the key components that support cellular health: omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and micronutrients, probiotics, healthy proteins, and fiber. Dr. Means shares practical ways to include these elements in our d...

In this clip, we’re with my guest Dr. William Li, a renowned physician, scientist, and author of "Eat to Beat Disease," to discuss the critical topic of Alzheimer's and dementia. We delve into the factors that contribute to cognitive decline and explore actionable strategies for prevention. Dr. Li shares insights on how our gut microbiome profoundly influences brain health and its potential role i...

Rethinking relationships: Is friendship the key to happiness? This episode flips the script on traditional views of love and partnership. Our guest argues that we've put romantic relationships on a pedestal, potentially overlooking the profound value of friendships. Key points: Why some friendships outshine romantic partnerships The pressure to find 'the one' and its impact Expanding definitions o...

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneering researcher in self-compassion and an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin. We discuss how cultivating self-compassion can profoundly transform our relationship with food, our bodies, and our overall well-being. We also explore the impact of self-compassion on eating behaviors, especially regarding dieting and emotional...

In this clip, my guest is Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, a renowned neuroscientist and psychologist specializing in the science of emotion. We delve into the fascinating concept of the brain's "body budget"—how our brains predict and regulate the needs of our bodies through a process called allostasis. Lisa explains how disruptions in this body budgeting system can manifest as depression and anxiety, e...

In this episode, I explore the world of stress with experts Alice Law and Mo Gawdat. We unpack their innovative 'Ton of Stress' model and the TONN framework, revealing why being "busy" is a health risk, not a badge of honor. Alice and Mo share evidence-based strategies to identify stress triggers and build resilience. They explain the surprising balance between external and self-generated stress,...

What happens when you confront your deepest fears? In this inspiring episode, free diver Li Karlsen takes us beneath the ice to share her incredible journey of overcoming fear in one of the planet's most extreme environments. Diving under massive icebergs into freezing, dark waters, Li faced the ultimate challenge—both physically and mentally. Through her story, you'll learn how embracing fear rat...

In this clip, my guest is Dr. Kanchan Koya, Ph. D., a molecular biologist and health coach who specializes in the health benefits of spices. We discuss the surprising and powerful effects of incorporating culinary amounts of spices into everyday meals. We also explore recent human studies demonstrating how small additions of spice blends can significantly reduce markers of inflammation, even when...

Did you know your diet could be the secret weapon for protecting your brain? In this video, Dr. William Li uncovers how certain foods can fortify one of your brain’s most vital but overlooked defenses – the blood-brain barrier. This essential filter shields your mind from harmful invaders, yet many people don’t realize how everyday foods can help keep it strong and effective. Prepare to rethink yo...

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Dr. Shefali, a psychologist and author, explains the 'shadow self' - a part of us we often ignore. She shows how this hidden side can make us seek control and approval from o...

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Dr. Casey Means, a leading voice in metabolic health, unpacks the intricate connection between metabolism and our overall wellbeing. She explores how the way our bodies conve...

Be Well Moments brings you my favorite bite-sized highlights from the season. Enjoy quick insights from our longer conversations in a digestible format. If you'd like to listen or watch the full episode, click the link below. Are you doing friendship right? Simon Sinek talks about what it means to be a friend today. He shares an '8-minute rule' that could change how you handle relationships. Sinek...

Many of us think self-compassion is just about being kind to ourselves, or even perhaps that it implies a sense of laziness or self-indulgence. But Dr. Kristin Neff completely challenges these ideas. She reveals how self-compassion is actually a powerful tool for motivation and resilience, and explains why our culture, and even our evolutionary instincts, can work against it.  Dr. Kristin Neff PhD...

What if everything you’ve been told about stress… is wrong? Cortisol is often called the “stress hormone.” But according to world-leading neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett , that’s not actually true. In this conversation, she shares a radically different way of understanding stress, emotion, and the brain’s hidden role in shaping our reality. Dr. Feldman Barrett explains how the brain is constan...