Seren Health Coaching - The Metabolic Health Podcast

In this episode, Mary-Anne and Nia delve into the contentious topic of food addiction—what it is, whether it exists, and how it compares to other addictive behaviours. They discuss the physiology behind addiction, the influence of processed foods, and practical strategies for managing cravings and behavioural patterns.

This week, Mary-Anne and Nia explore how AI is being used in healthcare and the potential benefits for the future.

In the final part of our series on cholesterol, we discuss the options for lowering cholesterol. Should it be lifestyle, medication, or a combination of both?

In this second part of a series of 3 on cholesterol, Nia and Mary-Anne explore the complex role of cholesterol in heart health, debunking myths and highlighting the importance of inflammation, genetics, and lifestyle factors in cardiovascular risk.

This week, Mary-Anne and Nia discuss cholesterol - what all the parts of it that make it up mean, and how it impacts our health.

Following on from last time, Mary-Anne and Nia discuss practical steps to improving your metabolic health.

Today, Mary-Anne and Nia recap metabolic health and why it holds the key to overall health.

Mary-Anne and Nia discuss the role of decluttering in improving your health.

Have we made too much of weight loss medications and forgotten the lessons we learnt from other metabolic diseases?

This week, Nia and Mary-Anne reflect on how our understanding of insulin resistance and its implications for metabolic disease, particularly diabetes, has changed.

NICE have released new draft guidelines in Diabetes care, with a significant shift from treatment to prevention. Mary - Anne and Nia discuss the changes with particular emphasis on the diabetes remission programme.

This week, Mary - Anne and Nia discuss large scale initatives to improve our health, and whether 'one size' solutions really fit all.

You may have noticed an increase in marketing around Creatine of late.....should we all be taking it, and do the claims add up?

This week, Nia and Mary-Anne explore the connections between dental health and chronic diseases. How have modern dietary habits and the evolution of dental practices impacted oral health, and what is the role of breastfeeding and chewing in jaw development?

Mary-Anne and Nia discuss how you can develop more self control with practical strategies.

Following on from last time, we explore the complexities of motivation, reflecting on the lessons learned from The Biggest Loser and discussing the importance of personalised approaches.

We're back after a short summer break! To ease us back in we're discussing The Biggest Loser - a popular reality TV show that suggested it helped people lose weight....

This week, Mary-Anne and Nia explore how your sense of smell could be key to managing your cravings.

This week, Mary-Anne and Nia discuss the differences between habits, routines, and rituals. Autopilot habits can lead to mindless actions, while rituals can create meaningful experiences that enhance creativity and well-being. Could slowing down and embracing the process of life lead to better health?

There are many diffferent collagen formulations on the market claiming they will reduce wrinkles, improve hair and nails, and even help your joints. Do they really work?

Red light face masks are popping up everywhere! What are the benefits, and are there any disadvantages?

The wellness world is full of health influencers extolling the virtues of continuous glucose monitors, but do we really need them?

You may have seen or heard adverts claiming that testosterone is the answer to weight loss in men, but is it? This week, Mary-Anne and Nia explore the evidence behind the hype.

With new indications being suggested regularly and promised amazing results, would treating everyone with GLP-1s be the answer to our overstretched NHS's problems? Join Nia and Mary-Anne as they discuss whether or not these medications are the panaceas they claim to be.

This week, Nia and Mary-Anne discuss the NHS Health Check offered to those over 40 years with no previous health conditions. What do they involve, are they worth it and should you have one?