The Health Review

The wellness industry is worth nearly $7 trillion. There are supplements for everything, gadgets for everything, protocols for everything. But how much of it actually works — and how much is just very convincing marketing?Nobody is better placed to answer that than today's guest. Eleanor Hoath is a registered nutritional therapist, wellness editor, writer and founder of The Well Edit — a research-led wellness platform bringing genuine editorial rigour to modern wellbeing. She has spent years immersed in this world — trying, testing and writing about everything from gut health to collagen supplements — and she brings something genuinely rare to the conversation: the clinical training to know what the science says and the editorial instincts to call out the noise.This one is fun, honest and packed with the kind of insider perspective you won't get anywhere else.We cover:Histamine issues — why they're far more common in women than most people realise and what to do about themCollagen supplements — does ingested collagen actually reach your skin or is this one of wellness's most expensive myths?Eleanor's favourite wellness products right now — the things she'd genuinely recommend and the things she'd quietly binWhy she's excited about the growth of the wellness industry — and genuinely concerned about the misleading marketing that comes with itGreen time before screen time — the phrase Eleanor coined in 2020 that's taken on a life of its own, and what the science actually saysWhy so many of us are craving calm and focusing on nervous system health in 2026 — and whether the industry is responding wellThis episode is for you if:You love wellness but sometimes wonder if you're being sold to. You want the honest insider view from someone who has tried it all. Or you're simply curious about what a nutritional therapist and wellness editor actually has on her own shelf.About Eleanor Hoath:Eleanor Hoath is a registered nutritional therapist, wellness editor and founder of The Well Edit. She specialises in gut health, skin and women's health and has written for some of the biggest wellness publications in the UK.This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own clinician before making changes to your health.Topics: wellness trends 2026 | histamine intolerance women | collagen supplements | does collagen work | green time before screen time | nervous system health | wellness industry | red light therapy | wellness editor | nutritional therapist | The Well Edit | Eleanor Hoath | best wellness products | wellness marketing | gut health | women's health | calm in 2026 | wellness sceptic | functional medicine | health trends UK | over optimisation | digital detoxThe Well Edit: https://thewelledit.co.uk/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

96% of UK adults don't meet the recommended daily fibre intake. Folate deficiency is widespread. And millions of people are taking GLP-1 medications without any nutritional support. We have more information about food than ever before — and yet most of us are not living optimally. In this episode of The Health Review I sit down with Dr Federica Amati — medical scientist, registered public health nutritionist, head nutritionist at ZOE, researcher at King's College London and author of Every Body Should Know This and the forthcoming The Appetite Reset, publishing June 2026. Federica has spent her career asking one of the most important questions in medicine — what does the right food, at the right time, actually do to a human body across an entire lifetime? ZOE recently filmed a documentary following a group of people who transformed their health by changing their diet over just six weeks. The results were remarkable — and Federica talks us through what actually happens and why the body responds so quickly when you give it what it needs.We cover:Why nutrition is ultimately an act of self love — and what that reframe changesThe ZOE six week documentary — how fast people actually feel better when they change their dietSchool meals and the drive to improve children's nutrition in the UKUltra processed foods in depth — why the NOVA classification system isn't working for consumers and what ZOE is doing differentlyThe first 1000 days of life — why what happens from conception to age two shapes health for decadesMaternal nutrition during pregnancy — what matters most and how early it startsThe father's nutritional status before conception — and why this conversation almost never happensWhy 96% of UK adults don't meet fibre targets — and what that's actually doing to our healthFolate deficiency across the UK population — who's most at risk and why it matters beyond pregnancyGLP-1 medications and The Appetite Reset — why nutritional support alongside these drugs is not optionalWhat Federica's new book covers and why she felt it needed to be written nowThis episode is for you if:You want to understand what food is actually doing in your body beyond calories and macros. You're pregnant, thinking about pregnancy, or you're on a GLP-1 medication and want to understand what your body actually needs right now.About Dr Federica Amati:Dr Federica Amati PhD, MPH, MSc, RNutr is a medical scientist and registered public health nutritionist with over 15 years of research experience. She is head nutritionist at ZOE, a researcher at King's College London and the author of Every Body Should Know This and the forthcoming The Appetite Reset (June 2026).This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own clinician before making changes to your health.A huge thank you to our sponsors Vilgain, whose whole philosophy around clean, real food felt like a perfect fit for this conversation. Head to vilgain.co.uk and use code HEALTHREVIEW for 10% off your order.Pre-order Dr Federica's new book here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/482823/the-appetite-reset-by-amati-dr-federica/9780241833209Topics: nutrition UK | ultra processed foods | UPF NOVA system | ZOE nutrition | first 1000 days | pregnancy nutrition | maternal nutrition | paternal nutrition before conception | fibre intake UK | folate deficiency UK | GLP-1 nutrition | Ozempic diet | appetite reset | Federica Amati | nutrient deficiency UK | school meals UK | gut health | diet transformation | nutrition self love | how to eat well | ZOE documentary | Every Body Should Know This | The Appetite ResetFollow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most of us are walking around in a state of low-level overwhelm. Not in crisis.... just never quite fully off. Always runing slightly behind, slightly rushed, slightly on edge.If that sounds familiar — this conversation is for you.In this episode of The Health Review I sit down with Dr Shaady Harrison — a British medical doctor trained at King's College London, who has worked across the NHS in general medicine, surgery, emergency medicine and general practice. She now works at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology and modern life, advising founders, senior leaders and high-profile individuals on sustainable high performance. She is also the creator of Calm Down — a weekly newsletter read by people at Goldman Sachs, Google, the NHS, OpenAI and beyond.What makes Shaady's perspective so distinctive is that she's not a wellness coach selling you a morning routine. She's a doctor who has seen burnout up close and who is asking a much more fundamental question — why are so many of us struggling, and is the problem us or the world we've built?Her answer starts 30,000 years ago.We cover:Why our brains haven't changed since the Stone Age — and what that means for how we live todayThe nervous system as a dimmer switch — why modern life means we're never fully offHow high performers are often the furthest from how we're biologically designed to liveWhat genuine recovery looks like — and why small moments of rest alone isn't enoughThe small changes that actually move the needle on nervous system regulationThis episode is for you if:You're juggling many things and are feeling exhausted. You can't quite remember the last time you felt truly switched off. Or you're simply curious about why the modern world feels harder to navigate than it should.About Dr Shaady Harrison:Dr Shaady Harrison is a British medical doctor, writer and private advisor specialising in the brain-body connection. She is the creator of Calm Down, a weekly newsletter exploring the neuroscience of calm in a world designed for overwhelm. She works with founders, senior leaders and high-profile individuals to craft the conditions for long-term excellence.This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own doctor before making changes to your health.Topics: nervous system regulation | burnout | chronic stress | NHS burnout | neuroscience | calm | overwhelm | digital overload | why we can't switch off | parasympathetic nervous system | high performance | stress response | ancient brain modern world | evolutionary mismatch | polyvagal theory | nervous system reset | cortisol | fight or flight | rest and recovery | mental health | brain health 2026Dr Shaady's website:https://shaadyharrison.com/Subscribe to The Health Review Newseltter: https://thehealthreview.beehiiv.comFollow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Methylation. Leaky gut. MTHFR. Biological age. Functional testing. Peptides.These words are everywhere in health and wellness right now — but what do they actually mean, who are they relevant for, and how should they be approached?In this episode of The Health Review, I sit down with Dr Jean-Marc Sobczyk from HOOKE clinic in London— a physician dual-trained in both conventional and naturopathic medicine, with deep expertise in advanced functional testing, methylation and root-cause health. He's at the cutting edge of methylation science and runs a dedicated platform on the MTHFR gene and its implications for health.This is one of the most clinically rich conversations I've had on the podcast — and one that I think will genuinely change how you think about your own health.We cover:What methylation actually is — and why it underpins energy, detox, hormone balance, mood and longevityThe B vitamins that support the methylation cycle and how to use them intelligentlyMTHFR, COMT and other gene variants — what they mean in practice and how common they areHow poor methylation shows up clinically: anxiety, burnout, hormonal issues, fatigue, low resilienceMethylation and women's health — PMS, fertility, pregnancy prep, perimenopauseThe gut-methylation connection: why liver function and gut health are inseparable from how well you methylateLeaky gut and reactive gut — how to identify it, calm it and repair itProbiotics: when they help and when they don'tBiological age testing, peptides and longevity medicine — what's worth it and what's noiseThe foundational things to focus on before spending money on complex testingThis episode is for you if:You've been told your bloods are normal but you still don't feel well. You struggle with fatigue, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, gut issues or brain fog — and you want to understand what might actually be driving it.About Dr Jean-Marc Sobczyk:Dr Jean-Marc Sobczyk is a physician dual-trained in conventional and naturopathic medicine. He practises at HOOKE, a longevity and preventative medicine clinic, where he uses advanced functional testing alongside natural and integrative therapies to address root-cause health. He has a specialist focus on methylation and the MTHFR gene.This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own clinician before making changes to your health.Topics: methylation | MTHFR gene | COMT | functional medicine | leaky gut | gut health | probiotics | biological age | peptides | longevity medicine | B vitamins | hormone balance | oestrogen detox | dopamine | neurotransmitters | personalised medicine | preventative health | anxiety and nutrition | women's hormones | perimenopause nutrition | fatigue root cause | naturopathic medicineDr Jean-Marc Sobczyk: https://www.instagram.com/mthfr_expert/HOOKE: https://www.hooke.london/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if healing the body isn’t only about protocols, supplements, and lifestyle — but also about energy and spirituality? And how do we explore that idea?In this episode, I’m joined by Emilie Weston, lead practitioner at Sun Kyeong London, who shares her personal journey from living with ME (chronic fatigue syndrome) and trying countless wellness approaches… to discovering Sun Kyeong — a South Korean-rooted spiritual practice focused on restoring and strengthening what they describe as life-force energy (Qi).Together, we explore the power of spirituality — not as a vague concept, but as a practical path to returning to our natural state (compassion, joy, gratitude, peace, vitality). Emilie explains how she found her own spiritual path through ancient wisdom practices, and how that transformed not only her health, but her whole relationship with life.In this conversation, we cover:Emilie’s journey through ME / chronic fatigue and what finally helped after years of trying different wellness practicesEnergy explained in a grounded way: what it is, and why it matters for healing the bodyThe two types of energy that support wellbeing:the energy we’re born with (life-force / universal energy), andnature’s energy (food, water, sunlight) — with Emilie’s brilliant “battery + petrol” analogyEnergy blockages: how they form, how to spot them, and why they can show up as physical symptomsFamily patterns, ancestors, inherited energy, and how Emilie bridges spirituality with ideas like epigenetics and karmaWhere to start with Sun Kyeong: energy treatments vs energy classes vs ancestor healing (and how to choose)If you’ve ever felt depleted, heavy, stuck in repeating patterns, or like your healing needs a deeper layer — this conversation will be helpful and could open up a completely different lens for you. Note: This episode is for education and exploration and isn’t medical advice. If you have persistent symptoms, please speak to a qualified healthcare professional.Visit Sun Kyeong London: https://www.sunkyeong.org.ukhttps://www.instagram.com/sunkyeonglondon/https://www.instagram.com/emilieweston/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all say we’re “just checking something.”And then suddenly it’s 40 minutes later.If you feel like you can’t stop scrolling, struggle to focus, or reach for your phone the moment you feel bored, stressed or uncomfortable — you’re not alone.In this episode of The Health Review, I sit down with Colin Corby, also known as The Digital Detox Coach, to explore what constant digital stimulation is doing to your brain, your attention span and your nervous system.We talk about:Why it feels so hard to stop scrollingThe psychology behind compulsive phone habitsHow notifications and multitasking fragment your focusThe hidden cost of constant stimulationWhy willpower isn’t enough to change digital behaviourHow to create a realistic digital detox without quitting modern lifePractical tools to regain clarity, presence and controlThis conversation isn’t about demonising technology. It’s about learning how to use your phone — without it using you.If your focus has slipped, your mornings start with scrolling, or your attention feels scattered, this episode will help you reset.Colin's website: https://thedigitaldetoxcoach.com/Colin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_digital_detox_coachFollow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re living in a world our bodies were never designed for — microplastics, environmental chemicals, chronic stress, and constant stimulation. So what does detox really mean in 2026?In this fascinating and forward-looking conversation, I’m joined by Alanna Kit — co-founder of Arc Community and a PhD researcher in behavioural and cognitive neuroscience — who is working at the cutting edge of integrative health, nervous system regulation, and psychedelic research.We explore detox beyond diets and supplements, the role of inflammation and stress in modern illness, and why small, intentional stressors may actually make us more resilient.Alanna also shares insights into her upcoming clinical research with UCL examining brain activity during cold exposure using EEG technology — and discusses whether cold plunging is truly harmful for women’s hormones, or if the reality is more nuanced.We discuss:What “detox” really means in modern lifeMicroplastics, chemicals & invisible stressors affecting healthCold exposure, sauna & the science of hormesisWhether cold plunging impacts women’s hormonesWhy sauna after cold exposure may support recoveryStress as a tool for resilience rather than something to avoidThe nervous system’s role in healing & inflammationPsilocybin research and its potential impact on mental health & chronic inflammationHow inflammation may affect the blood-brain barrierWhy community is essential for healing in a post-pandemic worldThe rapid growth of Arc Community and its vision for integrative wellnessThis episode offers a science-led look at how we build resilience, support detox pathways, and rethink healing in the modern world.Visit Arc: https://www.arc-community.com/Follow The Health Review:  https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chinese medicine is no longer on the fringes.In 2026, practices like acupuncture, acupressure and gua sha are firmly in the mainstream — with more people in the West turning to them to manage stress, burnout, digestive issues and chronic tension.But why now?And is there real science behind a healing system that’s more than 2,500 years old?In this episode of The Health Review, I’m joined by Katie Brindle — who's been a Chinese Medicine Practitioner since 2002, and founder of Hayo’u as well as author of the bestselling book Yang Sheng, which translates to “nourishing life”.We explore:why Chinese medicine is surging in popularity in the Westhow its core principles compare to modern medical thinkingwhat the science actually says about acupuncture and acupressurethe role of the nervous system, digestion and emotional health in healingand why balance — not optimisation or perfection — sits at the heart of this ancient systemKatie offers some fantastic advice for simple things we can add into our busy lives to make Chinese medicine part of our health routine.Katie's website: https://www.katiebrindle.com/Hayo'u: https://hayoumethod.com/Follow The Health Review: https://www.katiebrindle.com/If you love the show, please do hit the subscribe button! Every subscription goes a really long way. Thank you :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if improving your gut health, mood, energy, skin, and weight didn’t require restriction, tracking, or cutting out foods — but simply adding more of one often-overlooked nutrient?In this episode of The Health Review, I’m joined by Kristen Stavridis, a leading nutritionist and author of The Fibre Fix, to explore why fibre may be one of the most powerful — and misunderstood — nutrients in modern diets.Experts estimate that over 90% of people aren’t getting enough fibre, despite evidence showing that increasing intake to around 30g a day can support digestion, reduce bloating, regulate weight, improve skin health, balance blood sugar, support immunity, and even sharpen mental focus.In this conversation, Kristen shares her own journey — from struggling with gut and skin issues to feeling healthier than ever — and breaks down the science of fibre in a clear, practical way. We talk about what fibre actually does in the body, how it supports gut health, and why it’s been sidelined in favour of protein targets, calorie tracking, and diet trends. We also explore the wider shift many of us are feeling — away from constant optimisation and towards slowing down, reconnecting with ourselves, and making more mindful decisions around our health.Whether you’re looking for a full reset, want to improve digestion, support hormonal health, or simply feel better in yourself, this episode offers an honest, science-backed conversation with a truly passionate expert.Pre-order Kristen's upcoming book 'The Fibre Fix' here: https://lnk.bio/ThefibrefixFollow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What really defined wellness in 2025 — and what’s actually worth carrying forward into 2026?In this second part of our end-of-year health and wellness roundup, I’m joined by health coach and speaker Vanessa Sturman to unpack the biggest wellness shifts of the past year — from the rise of biohacking studios and body scanners to the growing focus on nervous-system regulation, gentler movement, nature-based health and recovery.We talk about the wellness products and technologies that genuinely stood out, why retreat culture and luxury wellness travel exploded, and how tools like wearables, red light therapy and sauna became mainstream. We also explore some of the more complex conversations of 2025 — including AI therapy and where the line sits between helpful innovation and too much optimisation.As we look ahead to 2026, Vanessa shares her thoughts on which wellness trends feel meaningful, which might fade away, and the ideas she’s most excited to watch.Vanessa's website: https://www.vanessasturman.comFollow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a world that constantly pushes us to optimise, hustle, and become “more,” what if true healing was about stripping back? In this episode, I’m joined by world-leading breathwork coach Jamie Clements, founder of The Breath Space, to explore why breathwork is becoming one of the most powerful tools for nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and reconnecting with your authentic self.Jamie shares his own journey into breathwork — and how finding himself wasn’t about becoming someone new, but about quietening the noise, slowing down, and returning home to the body. We unpack the science behind breathwork for mental health, stress, anxiety, and trauma release, and why conscious breathing has such a profound effect on the nervous system.We also discuss the shifting landscape of the health and wellness industry — away from perfection, productivity hacks, and constant stimulation — and towards nervous system health, embodiment, connection, nature, and authenticity. Jamie explains how altered states accessed through breathwork can safely bring buried emotions to the surface, why emotional releases happen during sessions, and how he supports individuals through these deeply transformative experiences.Jamie's work at The Breath Space: https://thebreathspace.co.uk/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you wake up exhausted, irritable, or with a dry mouth — even after a full night’s sleep? You’re not alone.In this episode, Emily sits down with Dr Sonia Szamocki, former A&E doctor and CEO of Aerox Health, to uncover the real reasons behind poor sleep, snoring, and undiagnosed sleep apnoea — a condition affecting an estimated 10 million people in the UK.Together, we discuss:• Why snoring is more than just a nuisance — and when it becomes dangerous• The surprising link between jaw shape, airway collapse, and sleep quality• What sleep apnoea does to your brain, hormones, weight and long-term health• Why so many people go undiagnosed• The truth about mouth taping, TikTok sleep hacks & the science of nasal breathing• The hidden impact of bad sleep on your mental health and relationships• How Aerox Health is fixing the broken GP referral system with specialist-led careWhether you’re the one who snores, you sleep next to someone who does, or you simply want to feel genuinely rested again — this episode is a must-listen!Visit Aerox Health: https://www.aeroxhealth.com/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why do we keep repeating the same patterns in love — even when we know they hurt us?This week, I’m joined by Victoria Shalet, a Humanistic Psychotherapist and Certified Relational Life Therapist, for an honest conversation about the emotional patterns we carry into our relationships, often without realising it.Victoria explains what happens inside Relational Life Therapy, and why working through each other’s wounds together can lead to more compassion, better communication, and a deeper sense of connection. We talk about how childhood experiences shape the way we love today, and why shame — even when it’s subtle — can quietly run the show.We also explore:• why people-pleasers lose themselves in relationships• how to repair after conflict rather than repeat old cycles• what often sits underneath an affair, and what it really takes to rebuild trust• how to start healing old traumas and the “not enough” stories we carry• why so many millennials and Gen Z are choosing to stay single longerIt’s an insightful conversation about modern love, self-worth, and the work of becoming more emotionally connected — both with others and with ourselves.Whether you’re single, dating, or in a long-term partnership, you’ll take something from this episode! Victoria's website: https://www.spaceinme.com/Follow The Health Review: https://www.instagram.com/the.health.review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.