The Optimal Health Podcast

We cover some great topics with Paula Cowell asking Ollie the questions. 

This was a free session put on at Soul Church Norwich on 16th April 2024 to a small audience.

The challenge starts 29th April and you can sign up for free at www.ojayhealth.com/challenge

Some questions included but not in order

1. How does hormone imbalance affect women's health, especially during perimenopause and menopause?
2. What are your thoughts on HRT?
3. What are some common signs of hormonal imbalance that women should be aware of?
4. Can you explain the connection between hormonal balance and weight management in women?
5. What's the most common hormone issue you see with women and what dietary approaches can help mitigate it?
6. Are there any particular foods or dietary patterns that can exacerbate hormone imbalance in women?
7. Can you explain the role of gut health in hormonal balance?
8. How does stress impact hormone function, and what strategies can women use to manage stress effectively?
9. How can women optimise their hormonal health through exercise and physical activity?
10. What role does sleep play in hormone regulation, particularly during menopausal years?
11. What role do environmental toxins play in hormone disruption, and how can women minimise their exposure?
12. Can you discuss the importance of regular functional testing for women in their late 30s, 40s, and 50s?

@olliematthewshealth 

We talk to Leanne Heavens-Hunt all about her stepping into being The Fem Fire Coach.

We go deep into Leanne's journey through growing as an athlete, being a powerful instructor and trainer to where she is now, truly an amazing business owner, coach, leader all whilst being able to raise her children at the same time.

This is amazing, if you've ever wondered 'how does anyone raise a child, run a business, keep a healthy marriage and love themselves at the same time' You can catch up with Leanne at @femfirecoach on Instagram.

Enjoy the show.

As always, if you want to chat further about health, www.ojayhealth.com or @olliematthewshealth on Instagram.

We are back with James O'Keefe today, talking all about breath work, cold water therapy, being an Unguarded Warrior and more.

This is a perfect follow on from the first episode with James (Episode 9) and I can vouch for James being one of my trusted experts when it comes to all things breathwork and cold water therapy.

@JamesOKeefeNRG on social media www.UnguardedWarrior.com for more information.

@OllieMatthewsHealth

We chat with an amazing individual here, Cassandra Andrews Cassandra Andrews Coaching for Men who is an amazing coach helping guys over 40 truly step into their own with their emotional and physical freedoms

We talk truly how guys can step into their own masculinity and honestly, I learnt a lot just being the interviewer on this one so I highly recommend a listen with your note book in hand.

Check out Cassandra on LinkedIn Cassandra Andrews | LinkedIn 

As always, any questions @OllieMatthewsHealth

James O'Keefe is the guy behind @UnguardedWarrior @jamesokeefenrg who has one of the most powerful stories of someone turning their life around to have an epic impact on others.

Coming from a background which would have got him killed if he continued to truly becoming a leading expert in men's mental health from breathing, cold water work and more, this is NOT to be missed.

If you're going to listen to one episode make it this one (then the second one we recorded which will be out next month!)

www.unguardedwarrior.com

Tom Williams is the guy who won the Channel 4 show Alone - surviving on his on in the Canadian Wilderness for over a month

Tom Williams is the guy behind Desert Island Survival and last year we looked at how he would need to put on weight in the healthiest possible way for a TV show he was applying for - turns out he done more than just held his own whilst on the show.

We talk about the challenges of being on your own, the challenges of being reintegrated into society and all things in between.

Check out Tom on instagram @TomWilliamsAlone

Enjoy the Show

We speak to a really special guest - Stuart Webber, former Sporting Director at Norwich City Football Club and a guy who is preparing to climb the world's tallest mountain - Everest.

If you've read my book, you will know how much I have thought about Everest and how the same theory people use to climb Everest allows us to improve our health too.

Stuart talks deep on his preparation for the climb and how his family are preparing for it too. He goes into the physical challenges and the mental aspect of each peak that he conquers.

I really am grateful for you watching, listening and following along.

As always - this episode is sponsored by Human Tonik who I truly believe in and have been amazing in offering 15% off all orders by entering OM15

For more information on Health work with Ollie go to www.ojayhealth.com or message on social media @olliematthewshealth

I am privileged to bring you one of my closest friends, mentor and training partner Luke Brendling (@lukebrendling www.lukebrendling.com).

An Itinerant Minister who travels the world spreading the word of God. We go into how he went from professional football to faith, to questioning God's love through the darkest time of his life and how he regained that trust and found a true strength in asking for support and guidance from others around him.

It's an amazing show and I highly recommend, if Luke is speaking at a church near you, get to the church and be ready to be moved in a positive way. Let's Go! For more info on coaching and health... www.olliematthewshealthcoach.com Thanks again to the show sponsors Human Tonik - www.humantonik.com get 15% off their products OM15

We have a special AMA here from an interview with Ollie all around Women's Health.

The audio isn't the greatest but the content makes up for that.

As always, any questions, hit up www.ojayhealth.com and @olliematthewshealthcoach on socials

www.humantonik.com for your Greens, Reds and Probiotic needs, enter OM15 for your discount now.

Enjoy

We chat with long time Functional Medicine Practitioner and Strength & Conditioning expert, Eoin Lacey (@eoinlaceyeducation), the guy who was Connor McGregor's S&C coach for 10 years and an expert in letting you see where your body is crying out for help with the stress you're putting on it.

Get in touch with Eoin at https://eoinlaceyeducation.com/

 @OllieMatthewsHealthCoach www.olliematthewshealthcoach.com