Feeling low? In this episode, Chris explores the best exercise for anxiety and depression. Five of them, in fact! He chats about running, dancing, yoga, walking and lifting weights to ease depression and anxiety symptoms. He also discusses the general benefits of exercise for mental health, as well as how to get out of bed and get moving when you are feeling down.

If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, please talk to your GP or call Mind’s Infoline on 0300 123 3393 for non-urgent information about possible mental health support and services.

Buon giorno! Is a 10 minute walk after dinner good? You bet! In today’s fun episode, Chris heads to Italy to discuss the Italian tradition of la passeggiata, which is a slow after dinner walk. We discuss the benefits of walking after eating on your digestion, as well as its ability to regulate blood sugar – making it a must for people with diabetes.

There is nothing wrong with the occasional snack! However, snacking can become a big issue when it impacts your health. This is why many people wonder how to stop snacking for good – and that’s exactly what Chris explains in this episode! Whether you have a problem with compulsive snacking or mindless eating, this tried and tested technique is guaranteed to help you reduce snacking, providing you actually use it. It has worked with his coaching clients and will work for you!

Is it OK to eat kiwi before bed? Can kiwifruits help you sleep better? In our experience… maybe! Chris has done some experimenting with eating kiwifruits before bed and, in this episode, he reveals whether or not eating kiwis for sleep is a good idea. He also looks the possible reasons behind kiwi benefits for sleeping and possible drawbacks of eating kiwifruits (also known as Chinese gooseberries). Chris also answers the question: "How much kiwi should I eat to sleep?"

In my most dramatic episode to date, I offer you all you need to know about losing weight… in just one minute! That’s right, I set myself a ridiculous one-minute target in which to give you all the information about habit-based weight loss. Expect lots of fast talking and epic music. Do I succeed? Tune in to find out!

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In this inspiring episode, Chris talks about a 100-year-old great grandma from Florida called Edith Murway-Traina who sealed her place in the Guinness Book of World Records, and how it is never too old to try strength training. Chris then discusses why you should lift weights at any age (yes, even if you are ‘old’) and how to resistance train in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond.

In this special 25th episode, Chris answers some of your questions! Topics include how to keep weight off after you have already lost it; the world’s healthiest dish; and fitness and eating disorders (so if you are triggered by this kind of thing, you may want to avoid the episode from minute 8.20!). There are also a few extra questions that discuss the future of Planet Health. Enjoy!

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From plantains to supergrains, Nigeria is a country with many culinary delights – and many healthy ingredients. In this episode, Chris chats with respected Nigerian chef and cookbook author Tomi Makanjuola, originally from Lagos, known as The Vegan Nigerian. The pair discuss some of Western Africa’s most famous dishes, how to cook with plantains, as well as some delicious health-boosting ingredients like fonio (acha) and their benefits.

In this episode, Chris tells his own weight loss story – and how it wasn't particularly planned! He didn’t set out to get in shape, but it happened. Learn why he gained weight in the first place (it involved pasta...), how he started losing fat naturally, and what he does now to continue the process. Chris also offers some actionable tips on how to lose weight without being on a diet as well as how to seek out exercise you enjoy.

Winter is almost over and, on March 20, spring will begin! Winter can leave us feeling tired and unhealthy. So, in this episode Chris offers three of his favourite things to do to boost your health and happiness, and improve your wellness this springtime. He also offers a few actionable tips on how to do these things.

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