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 a positive effect on our brain and mood.

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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 GIVEAWAY!

I'll also be announcing details on this week's giveaway where one lucky listener will get a copy of Tomi’s latest cookbook ‘The Vegan Nigerian kitchen’ which features 100 classic Nigerian recipes reimagined through a plant-based lens. To enter, all you have to do is subscribe to our newsletter at: dryemisi.com/thefoodclinic

Next Wednesday, you’ll receive an email and all you’ll have to do is answer the following question: 

What were Tomi’s Top 3 African Superfoods? 

The winner will be announced on my Instagram page @DrYemisiBokinni next Saturday. 

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 meet your daily calcium requirements for strong bones. 

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 

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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 your goals, and finally, some wise words to live by.

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 

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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 questions? Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here: dryemisi.com/questions 

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Welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast, a bite-sized series hosted by medical doctor and health journalist Dr Yemisi Bokinni. Here you’ll learn valuable insights on all things health and nutrition.

Join Dr Yemisi and her guests as they unearth the profound ways our diet and lifestyle can help us thrive. To enter our regular giveaways or for further information, you can find Yemisi at www.dryemisi.com or on Instagram @DrYemisiBokinni

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