The Food Medic

By Dr. Hazel Wallace

What's The Food Medic about?

Welcome to The Food Medic podcast hosted by medical doctor, personal trainer, blogger, and author, Dr. Hazel Wallace. In this podcast you will hear from leading experts in their field who share evidence based advice on how we can live healthier lives and cut through the confusing information that we find online. For more information you can find Hazel at www.thefoodmedic.co.uk or on social media instagram, twitter, and facebook @TheFoodMedic. The Food Medic for Life books is out now which is available online on amazon and in most good book stores.

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S9 E5: The lowdown on hormo...

02.06.2023

This week on The Food Medic podcast we are joined by Alice Pelton and Dr Fran, from The Lowdown - the UK's leading contraception review and subscriptions platform.This episode covers:The story behind The LowdownWhat are your options? Different forms of ...

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02.06.2023 S9 E5: The lowdown on hormonal contraception This week on The Food Medic podcast we are joined by Alice Pelton and Dr Fran, from The Lowdown - the UK's leading contraception review and subscriptions platform.This episode covers:The story behind The LowdownWhat are your options? Different forms of ...
02.03.2023 S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Will soya disrupt my hormones? Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I am vegetarian. Soy is a good source of protein that I consume regularly. I have heard soy may cause a hormonal issue, I have also heard this ...
01.30.2023 S9 E4: How to become a better communicator with Adrienne Herbert Back for the third time, Adrienne Herbert shares her top tips when it comes to communicating effectively, drawing from her experience as a podcast host and international keynote speaker working with brands such as Microsoft, Apple and Google. Adrienne is ...
01.27.2023 S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you eat straight after a workout? Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel. Our listener question this week is: “I have heard it is very important to fuel our bodies after workouts to aid with recovery. Does the timeframe in which we refuel matter? Is it right ...
01.23.2023 S9 E3: How food and movement can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with Claire Pettitt This episode explores the role of nutrition and lifestyle in managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Claire Pettitt, a dietitian working in both private practice and in academia, with a special interest in women’s health ...
01.20.2023 S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Tips for competing during your menstrual cycle Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes. This weeks listener question is: “I am really into Cross Fit but I can’t control my cycle around competitions and intense workouts. What would you ...
01.16.2023 S9 E2: Creating healthy habits for busy people with David Birtwistle This week I'm joined by David Birtwistle, a renowned online fitness and nutrition coach.He’s the founder and head coach of the personal online coaching company Endeavour Life, helping to integrate sustainable healthy habits into busy lives. And for those who ...
01.13.2023 S9 Ask Dr Hazel: What should I eat before an exam? Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel, mini episodes that drop each week between our main epsiodes.This week's question is: “What should I eat before and during exams? I am sitting a 6 hour exam in a couple of months. There is ...
01.09.2023 S9 E1: How to stop procrastinating and overcome self-sabotage The Food Medic is back with season 9!I'm joined by Nawal Mustafa, a cognitive neuroscientist and a psychological health educator who goes by the name @thebraincoach on social media. Nawal's interests focus on understand the relationship between human behaviour, cognition ...
09.08.2022 S8 E11: TikTok therapy with Dr Julie In the season 8 finale Dr Hazel is joined by TikTok sensation Dr Julie. Dr Julie is a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of professional experience but many of you will know her from Instragram and TikTok where she ...
09.05.2022 E10 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after an evening workout? Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “If I am running late at night (when I can squeeze it in ...
09.01.2022 S8 E10: We are more than our bodies with KaisaFit Today we are joined by Kaisa Keranen - a personal trainer, fitness educator, and social media influencer known for her fun and innovative ways to get people moving. She graduated from the University of Washington where she was a member ...
08.29.2022 E9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should I supplement my diet with collagen? Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “Dr Hazel, I have a question about collagen powder and supplements. They are ...
08.25.2022 S8 E9: What every woman needs to know about her gut In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Professor Barbara Ryan - co-author of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut. Professor Barbara Ryan is a consultant gastroenterologist at Tallaght University Hospital and Hermitage Clinic in Dublin, and ...
08.23.2022 E8 Ask Dr Hazel: Hitting 30 plant points on a budget Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks question is : “I read somewhere that we need to aim for 30 different portions of ...
08.18.2022 S8 E8: Add don’t restrict approach to nutrition with Sohee Lee Our guest is Sohee Lee - founder and head coach at SoheeFit Systems. She has a B.A. in Human Biology, M.S. in Psychology and is currently, pursuing her PhD in sports science. She is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning ...
08.15.2022 E7 Ask Dr Hazel: Nutrition and Exercise to support PMS Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This week Dr Hazel is answering the question : are any foods or types of exercise that can ...
08.11.2022 S8 E7: Can you eat your way to good skin? On this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Thivi Maruthappu - a Consultant Dermatologist in London and has pioneered the field of Nutritional Dermatology. Her research is based at King’s College, London where she works closely with Nutritionists and ...
08.08.2022 E6 Ask Dr Hazel: Creatine for endurance sports? Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you. This weeks listener question is “Is there any benefit to taking creatine when undertaking endurance sports such as ...
08.04.2022 S8 E6: The power of fibre and the fibre paradox with Dr B In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Will Bulsiewicz (or "Dr. B") to chat about fibre, bloating and the key to optimising your gut health.Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is an award winning gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert and ...
08.01.2022 E5 Ask Dr Hazel: Exercise and burnout recovery Hello and welcome back to another episode of Ask Dr Hazel. In these 5 minute episodes we answer questions submitted by you.This week's question: What is the best way to implement exercise when recovering from burnout or too much stress?Thank ...
07.28.2022 S8 E5: Staying active during and after pregnancy This week we are talking about staying active in pregnancy and getting back to activity in the post-partum period with two experts in this space - Emma Brockwell and Dr Marlize De Vivo. Emma is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist ...
07.25.2022 E4 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after a morning workout Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week answering questions submitted by you. Our listener question this week is “What should I eat after I workout? I go to the gym in the mornings, and ...
07.21.2022 S8 E4: Exercise after covid Welcome back to another episode of The Food Medic podcast with Dr Hazel. On this episode we are chatting about returning to exercise after having covid.Our guest this week is Dr Amal Hassan - a Sport & Exercise Medicine Consultant ...
07.18.2022 E3 Ask Dr Hazel: Best way to structure strength sessions Welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week answering questions submitted by you. This week we answer “How would you structure strength sessions if you only had time for two sessions a week? Would you ...
07.14.2022 S8 E3: Healing your relationship with food with Embody Health LDN Hello and welcome back to another episode of The Food Medic podcast, I’m your host Dr Hazel. On this episode Hazel is joined by Ariana Rodriguez and Cassie Barnard who are Registered Dietitians, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellors and Founders of ...
07.11.2022 E2 Ask Dr Hazel: Best forms of exercise after the menopause Hey team, and welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel our mini episodes that drop each week. This week we cover the best forms of exercise for women who are going through, or who have gone through the menopausal transition. Thank ...
07.07.2022 S8 E2: Bonus interview with Dr Hazel To celebrate publication of the female factor, Dr Hazel is interviewed by David Birtwistle. David is Founder & CEO of Endeavour Life LTD, "proper coaching for everyday people" and Hazel’s boyfriend. They chat about the book - why Hazel wrote ...
07.04.2022 E1 Ask Dr Hazel: Are protein shakes bad for me? Hey team, and welcome back to Ask Dr Hazel, our mini episodes that drop each week.This week we cover protein shakes and whether they’re good for you despite all the additives, flavourings and sweeteners added to make them taste like ...
06.30.2022 S8 E1: Setting boundaries and reclaiming time with Adrienne Herbert This episode covers:How the pandemic has changed how we work.Hybrid working and it’s impact on our well-beingHow companies can support their employees health Setting boundaries with workWhy we all need white space in our diary How to prevent burnout when ...
03.16.2022 S7 E11: Female brain health and Alzheimer's Prevention with Dr Lisa Mosconi In this episode, Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Lisa Mosconi who is the Director of the Women's Brain Initiative, where she serves as an associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology. In addition, she is an adjunct faculty ...
03.11.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E10: IS VAPING GOOD OR BAD? This week's listener question is about the use of e-cigarettes (or vaping) and the health effects.To read more visit www.thefoodmedic.co.ukFor more info visit the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/using-e-cigarettes-to-stop-smoking/If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating ...
03.09.2022 S7 E10: No period? why it matters and how to get it back with Danielle Logue You might think you’re at your peak fitness - you’re exercising regularly, maybe even competing or running marathons, you’re strict on your nutrition and perhaps you’ve even lost weight but you’re periods have gone? This is a lot more common ...
03.04.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E9: HOW DOES THE PILL IMPACT TRAINING AND RECOVERY? This episode covers the impact of the combined contraceptive pill on performance, training and recovery from exercise. To read more visit www.thefoodmedic.co.ukLink to the research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32666247/If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 ...
03.02.2022 S7 E9: Building a healthier body and healthier planet with Ryan Andrews Do you want to live in a way that not only supports your health and fitness goals, but also supports the planet? This is the episode for you. In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ryan D. Andrews - ...
02.25.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E8: AM I GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN? This episode covers protein needs, sources and advice to ensure you’re getting the right amount. Check out www.thefoodmedic.co.uk for further reading. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it ...
02.23.2022 S7 E8: Immune boosting facts and fallacies with Jenna Macciochi Never before has the immune system had so much air time - but what actually is the immune system? Can it be boosted? What kind of things influence it? Does vitamin C really fight off a cold and there truth ...
02.18.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E7: EVENING EXERCISE AND CAFFEINE DILEMMA This week Dr Hazel explores whether exercise can speed up how fast caffeine is eliminated from the body. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with your friends ...
02.16.2022 S7 E7: Eating to thrive not survive in training with Liam Holmes This episode is all about nutrition and training and some common mistakes that people often make. Dr Hazel is joined by Liam Holmes who has worked in elite sport for over 12 years and now blends working with competitive athletes ...
02.11.2022 Ask Dr. Hazel E6: THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET This week's listener question covers the mediterranean diet - what it is, some example meals, and what is not included. If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share it with ...
02.09.2022 S7 E6: Happy, Healthy, Strong with Krissy Cela In this episode dr Hazel is Joined by Krissy Cela.Krissy Cela first turned to fitness during a particularly challenging time in her lifeand started posting her workouts on social media while studying for a law degree. Her following quickly grew, ...
02.04.2022 Ask Dr. Hazel E5: MARATHON NUTRITION AND IBS This week's listener question covers how to fuel for a marathon and how to avoid triggering IBS or gut symptoms. Please note that the information provided here is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice ...
02.02.2022 S7 E5: Stop faking orgasms and fix your sex life with Dr Karen Gurney In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Karen Gurney a clinical psychologist and psychosexologist. Karen is the Lead Psychologist for a busy central London NHS clinic specialising in sexual wellbeing. She is also director of The Havelock Clinic, ...
01.28.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E4: SHOULD I TRAIN FASTED? This mini episode covers fasted training, pros and cons and advice on how to do it so it doesn’t affect your health and performance.If you loved this episode make sure to give it a review, rating (hopefully 5 stars) and ...
01.26.2022 S7 E4: How to look after your mental health using exercise with Dr Brendon Stubbs This week Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Brendon Stubbs from season 1 episode 2 of the podcast. Brendon is a Physiotherapist and a leading researcher in physical activity, exercise and mental health and the relationship between the mind and ...
01.21.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E3: WHAT TO EAT ON A NIGHT SHIFT Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel our new mini episodes that will be dropping throughout this season 7.This mini episode covers what to eat and when to eat on a night shift. If you would like to submit a question to ...
01.19.2022 S7 E3: Lucy Mountain on Diet culture and the highs and lows of being a person online Dr Hazel is joined by influencer, Online Coach and Podcast host Lucy Mountain for a very honest and open conversation about being a person online, rejecting diet culture, her anti-diet fitness app NOBS, and embracing your best life as a ...
01.14.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E2: IS BLADDER LEAKAGE NORMAL? Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel our new mini episodes that will be dropping throughout this season 7.This mini episode covers urinary incontinence and self help tips to reduce symptoms. If you would like to submit a question to the podcast ...
01.12.2022 S7 E2: Running slow to run fast with Emma Kirk-Odunubi In this episode Dr Hazel sits down with running coach and footwear expert Emma Kirk Odunubi. Emma is a running biomechanics nerd who matches the perfect footwear to the individual runner, and takes pride in being known as the trainer ...
01.07.2022 Ask Dr Hazel E1: CLEVER IDEAS TO GET FRUIT AND VEG INTO YOUR DIET Welcome to Ask Dr Hazel our new mini episodes that will be dropping throughout this season 7. If you would like to submit a question to the podcast - on any topic related to health, fitness, nutrition, or mindset - ...

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The Food Medic episodes:

S9 E5: The lowdown on hormonal contraception

S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Will soya disrupt my hormones?

S9 E4: How to become a better communicator with Adrienne Herbert

S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should you eat straight after a workout?

S9 E3: How food and movement can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with Claire Pettitt

S9 Ask Dr Hazel: Tips for competing during your menstrual cycle

S9 E2: Creating healthy habits for busy people with David Birtwistle

S9 Ask Dr Hazel: What should I eat before an exam?

S9 E1: How to stop procrastinating and overcome self-sabotage

S8 E11: TikTok therapy with Dr Julie

E10 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after an evening workout?

S8 E10: We are more than our bodies with KaisaFit

E9 Ask Dr Hazel: Should I supplement my diet with collagen?

S8 E9: What every woman needs to know about her gut

E8 Ask Dr Hazel: Hitting 30 plant points on a budget

S8 E8: Add don’t restrict approach to nutrition with Sohee Lee

E7 Ask Dr Hazel: Nutrition and Exercise to support PMS

S8 E7: Can you eat your way to good skin?

E6 Ask Dr Hazel: Creatine for endurance sports?

S8 E6: The power of fibre and the fibre paradox with Dr B

E5 Ask Dr Hazel: Exercise and burnout recovery

S8 E5: Staying active during and after pregnancy

E4 Ask Dr Hazel: What to eat after a morning workout

S8 E4: Exercise after covid

E3 Ask Dr Hazel: Best way to structure strength sessions

S8 E3: Healing your relationship with food with Embody Health LDN

E2 Ask Dr Hazel: Best forms of exercise after the menopause

S8 E2: Bonus interview with Dr Hazel

E1 Ask Dr Hazel: Are protein shakes bad for me?

S8 E1: Setting boundaries and reclaiming time with Adrienne Herbert

S7 E11: Female brain health and Alzheimer's Prevention with Dr Lisa Mosconi

Ask Dr Hazel E10: IS VAPING GOOD OR BAD?

S7 E10: No period? why it matters and how to get it back with Danielle Logue

Ask Dr Hazel E9: HOW DOES THE PILL IMPACT TRAINING AND RECOVERY?

S7 E9: Building a healthier body and healthier planet with Ryan Andrews

Ask Dr Hazel E8: AM I GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN?

S7 E8: Immune boosting facts and fallacies with Jenna Macciochi

Ask Dr Hazel E7: EVENING EXERCISE AND CAFFEINE DILEMMA

S7 E7: Eating to thrive not survive in training with Liam Holmes

Ask Dr. Hazel E6: THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

S7 E6: Happy, Healthy, Strong with Krissy Cela

Ask Dr. Hazel E5: MARATHON NUTRITION AND IBS

S7 E5: Stop faking orgasms and fix your sex life with Dr Karen Gurney

Ask Dr Hazel E4: SHOULD I TRAIN FASTED?

S7 E4: How to look after your mental health using exercise with Dr Brendon Stubbs

Ask Dr Hazel E3: WHAT TO EAT ON A NIGHT SHIFT

S7 E3: Lucy Mountain on Diet culture and the highs and lows of being a person online

Ask Dr Hazel E2: IS BLADDER LEAKAGE NORMAL?

S7 E2: Running slow to run fast with Emma Kirk-Odunubi

Ask Dr Hazel E1: CLEVER IDEAS TO GET FRUIT AND VEG INTO YOUR DIET