The Food Clinic Podcast

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by ophthalmologist otherwise known as a eye surgeon, Dr Aijing Wang, to explore the often-overlooked connection between nutrition and your vision. We talk about how silent conditions like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to gradual, preventable blindness, as well as eye-friendly nutrients proven to help protect your v...

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Sian Mitchell, a gynaecologist, to talk about something that affects a significant number of women globally - polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS. We dig into what it is and how it’s diagnosed. More importantly, we focus on how insulin, inflammation, and even our diets can influence symptoms, from irregular cycle...

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by trichologist Ebuni Ajiduah, a specialist in hair and scalp health, with a focus on natural and Afro-textured hair. We explore the deeper reasons behind hair thinning, hair loss, and breakage - and challenge the idea that hair health starts with expensive oils or miracle supplements. From the role of nutrition and stress, to common...

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Remi Mogekwu, a gynaecologist, to explore a condition that’s affecting at least one in ten women - endometriosis. We unpack the classic symptoms like pelvic pain, painful sex, and cycle disruption as well as where conventional medicine meets lifestyle, from hormone therapy and surgery to the role that diet might play in managin...

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Ebun Oluwole, a skin doctor, otherwise known as a dermatologist. We explore the deep link between the skin and what’s happening inside the body - including how inflammation, blood sugar, diet, and even stress can show up on your face. From acne and eczema to wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, we dive into how nutrition, sleep, and...

Coming up on this episode of The Food Clinic Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Olaolu Olabintan, a gut doctor, otherwise known as a gastroenterologist. We explore the deep connection between the brain and our gut - how stress and emotions can influence symptoms, the gut microbiome, as well as his top red flags to be on the lookout for.  From irritable bowel syndrome to ulcers and more, this episode d...

Welcome to Season 2 of The Food Clinic Podcast! I’m your host, Dr Yemisi Bokinni, and in this episode I’m introducing something new, something that goes beyond listening. It’s called  The Food Clinic Challenge  - a 21-day health reset built on evidence-based, plant-based actions that target core health mechanisms like inflammation, gut imbalance, insulin resistance and hormonal shifts. E...

Before Season 2 of The Food Clinic Podcast launches on June 30th, we’re inviting you to watch something a little different. Over half of the world’s calories come from just three foods - rice, corn and wheat. But there’s a world of nourishing, culturally significant foods out there that are often overlooked. In our new short YouTube documentary, The Superfood Map of Brixton , we explore the powerf...

Studies have shown that as little as a 5 to 10-point drop in blood pressure can cut the risk of stroke by 30 per cent. This is the final episode of Season 1, and we'll be exploring the all-important issue of hypertension, and I'll give a countdown of five effective ways for lowering your blood pressure. It's been great fun interviewing such an array of amazing guests, receiving your audio question...

In this episode, I catch up with Senior Pharmacist, Kwame Peprah, and we dissect the longstanding debate on whether or not vitamins and supplements are actually worth it. How the pandemic brought to our attention the importance of some crucial vitamins. How too much of a good thing can lead to detrimental effects; whether or not cost correlates with quality, and finally his advice on what we all s...

Fish has long been considered one of the healthiest foods,   but due to the build-up of toxic chemicals and heavy metals in our seas, some advocate that we limit consumption. Is it all hype, or fact? and do the health benefits of eating fish outweigh any of the potential risks? Is eating fish healthy?  For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to our weekly newsletter at  dry...

In this week's episode I catch up with nutritional psychologist Emily Mbelenga, and we explore the all too common issue of stress eating, as well as her top hack for identifying our patterns and triggers, which is often the first step to finding lasting solutions.  THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY!  This week's giveaway is a book by author, Lorna Salmon titled ‘The Calm Kitchen’. In it, you'll find...

How about coffee as medicine, and yes, decaf included? It’s a suggestion that sounds so bizarre, but it's not. Originally hailing from Ethiopia in East Africa, it turns out that a range of powerful plant chemicals in coffee are pretty good at protecting our liver. Considering all the potential damage caused by excess alcohol, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and a load of other toxins, this ep...

In honour of sickle cell awareness month, in this week's episode, I catch up with specialist dietician Claudine Matthews, a world-renowned expert on the theme of nutrition in sickle cell. We explore evidence-based nutrition tips for Sickle Cell Warriors. About Claudine Claudine is a specialist dietician with over 13 years of clinical experience in the NHS in the UK. She has dedicated the last 8 ye...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be answering your questions, and we’ll touch on everything from our diet and genes to the cancer-fighting properties of food, PCOS and heavy periods.  Got questions?  Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here:  dryemisi.com/questions   For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe to...

In this episode, I catch up with Faridah Kekere-Ekun the founder of the fast-growing herbal tea brand, Sari Teas. Determined to see the health benefits of African medicinal herbs valued and acknowledged on a global scale, Faridah has big plans. We explore her personal journey with African herbs. Why ginger from a small town in Northern Nigeria is considered among the best in the world and her Top...

If you were asked to name five fermented foods, you might struggle to get past sauerkraut and kimchi, the German and Korean forms of fermented cabbage. Or perhaps miso, a fermented soya bean paste.  If we go anything by observing trends in the media, it's easy to believe that only a handful of foods fall into this category. However, if you're of African heritage then you might be surprised to...

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Yao Mfodwo who happens to be a medical doctor, cacao farmer and award-winning chocolatier. We explore how his work with the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer led to his discovery of a surprising effect of cacao, Its health benefits and finally what he's doing to ensure Ghanian cacao farmers benefit economically from its myriad uses.  THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This we...

The likes of Suya, Jerk Chicken and other forms of BBQ meats are considered major hazards to our health, but the key herbs of rosemary, garlic and onion might actually make all the difference. It's one hack definitely not to skip. Today we'll be discussing the scientific reasons behind why you must season your meat. Got questions?  Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answe...

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Anita Phung, a medical doctor with a wealth of experience in lifestyle medicine. We explore how being faced with the risk of developing diabetes herself, caused her to make a major change in her personal life. The power of intermittent fasting, and of course her Top 3 nutrition tips for tackling diabetes.   THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This week's giveaway is...

The saying goes ' you are what you eat' , but does that apply to our mental health too?  Considering the stresses of everyday life, our fast-paced lifestyles and increasing pressure to get more done in less time there's been a wealth of research done on the potential role of foods in supporting our mental wellbeing. Today I'll give a countdown on three ingredients that have been found to have...

In this episode, I catch up with Tomi Makanjuola, most popularly known as The Vegan Nigerian. A passionate foodie and cookbook author boasting almost 30,000 Instagram followers, Tomi has become a go-to source for flavourful plant-based meals. In this episode, we explore the motivation for her approach to veganism. Her latest book and of course her Top 3 African Superfoods.  THIS WEEK'S GIVEAW...

Have you ever had this weird discomfort, a bloated feeling after a glass of milk or perhaps a bowl of ice cream? Well, if so then you could be lactose intolerant and contrary to what the term implies, It's actually the norm. Seventy per cent of adults globally are lactose intolerant and today we'll be discussing how to spot if that includes you! We'll explore dairy alternatives, as well as how to...

In this episode, I catch up with Ngozi Onwumere, an athlete who in 2018, caught the world's attention when she and colleagues competing in Bobsleigh made history to become the first-ever African team to compete at the Winter Olympic Games. We explore the challenges that came with achieving such a feat. How when it comes to nutrition, keeping things simple might be the greatest hack to reaching you...

Believe it or not, the amount of sleep we get each night influences everything from our appetite, to the types of foods we crave during the day, and even the level of self-will we might have to resist tempting treats. That's the reason why the first episode of The Food Clinic Podcast is all about why sleep, or rather a lack of it, is probably sabotaging all your health goes right now. Got question...