In this conversation, Jon Furniss shares his personal journey with Type 1 diabetes, detailing his diagnosis, self-education, and the importance of understanding insulin management. He discusses the impact of lifestyle choices, including diet and exercise, on blood glucose levels and shares insights from his experiences with fasting and endurance challenges. We also touch on the significance of gut health and the role of infections in diabetes management, emphasising the need for quality information and community support for those living with diabetes.

In this conversation, Zoë Harcombe and Hannah Sutter discuss the complexities of the ketogenic diet, exploring its history, variants, and applications in both weight loss and medical treatment, particularly for epilepsy. They discuss personal experiences with keto, the importance of compliance, and the need for individualised dietary approaches. The conversation also touches on future research directions and the potential of keto in addressing various health issues.

In this episode, Zoë chats with Dr Benjamin Bikman about GLP-1 agonists, a class of drugs used for weight loss and diabetes management. They discuss the role of GLP-1 in metabolism, the effects of GLP-1 agonists on weight loss and insulin sensitivity, and the potential side effects and limitations of these drugs.

Dr Bikman explains how GLP-1 agonists slow down intestinal movement, leading to feelings of nausea and reduced appetite. He also discusses the paradox of these drugs stimulating the growth of new fat cells while promoting weight loss.

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In this conversation, I chat with Dr Ahmad Malik, a foot and ankle surgeon, about his experience in the medical field and the impact of guidelines on patient care. We discuss the influence of guidelines on medical decision-making, the commercialisation and privatisation of the NHS, and the erosion of clinical expertise. Ahmad shares his concerns about the de-skilling of surgeons and the focus on efficiency over patient-centered care. He emphasises the importance of critical thinking and individualised treatment in medicine.

Dr Lindsay Browning is an international sleep expert, psychologist and best-selling author. In this conversation we discuss the importance of sleep and the misconceptions surrounding it. Dr Browning explains that sleep cycles consist of different stages, including deep sleep and REM sleep and that it is normal to wake up multiple times during the night.

Dr Lindsay Browning discusses the importance of sleep and provides insights into improving sleep quality. She explains the impact of technology, stress, and caffeine on sleep, as well as the role of circadian rhythms and jet lag. Dr. Browning also shares tips for managing insomnia and the benefits of napping.

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I really enjoyed this interview. I learned lots and I found Guy’s answers to what seemed like basic questions very interesting. In an hour we covered: Why Guy became interested in omega-3 in the first place? For him and his family; The three top dietary factors that he thinks are part of chronic disease; The forms in which omega-3 comes and what the balance should be and many more fascinating questions.

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In this conversation, Dr. Christy Kesslering discusses the connection between cancer and metabolic health. She shares her journey as a radiation oncologist and how she discovered the importance of insulin in cancer development. Dr. Kesslering emphasises the role of markers in assessing metabolic health and guiding dietary interventions. She also discusses the evidence for the efficacy of diet in cancer treatment and the use of fasting in combination with keto diets. For full show notes and video interview, please visit www.zoeharcombe.com

Dentist James Goolnik discusses the connection between dentistry and nutrition, specifically focusing on the impact of sugar on dental health. He emphasizes the importance of regular dental checkups and explains how dentists can identify early signs of tooth decay and oral cancer.

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