Common Knowledge

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Common Knowledge

Mel Spooner and Col Robertson

6 episodes

4 months ago

Can you reverse prediabetes or type 2 diabetes? Here’s what the science says. Did you know that over 80% of people with prediabetes don’t even know they have it? That means millions are walking around with elevated blood sugar and early signs of type 2 diabetes, completely unaware their body is trying to warn them. But here’s the truth: prediabetes doesn’t have to lead to diabetes. It’s not a life sentence — it’s a second chance. And in this Episode, we’re diving into what it really takes to ...

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Fitness

Health & Fitness,

Nutrition

Episodes (6/6)

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 06 Prediabetes and how to fix it.

7 months ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 05 Understand Your Gut, a Two-Parter.

In the opening Episode of our Metabolic Series, Mel and Col dive into the world of gut health. Our gut is central to pretty much everything — digestion, immunity, energy levels, even our mood. Gut issues are ridiculously common with over three billion people worldwide struggling with things like bloating, IBS, and digestive discomfort. So in Part One, Col crafts an analogy to help explain the role of gut bacteria and how food choices shape our gut environment. They break down why gut health m...

8 months ago

2 hours 1 minute

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 04 Menopause, but make it manageable.

In this new Series, which focuses on female health, we’re going to talk about how exercise and food can work for females going through the Menopause. Almost half of females going through the menopause say that work, home and sex-life are all a struggle, for over a third of females their social life ends up in the bin, and worse – half of females don’t ask for help. It’s estimated that come next year, over one billion females will be menopausal. Yet there’s still so many people without access ...

9 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 03 How to stop Cancer coming back.

Pilot. In the final Episode of this Cancer Series, we’re going to chat about the changes we could make when it comes to how we move and what we eat, and any impact that can have on the chances of a person’s Cancer returning. How realistic is it to think that eating more salads or staying on top of step counts can keep Cancer at bay, once we’re in remission? Expect advice on how to make some simple changes that can help us after Cancer. Recorded December 2024. To learn more about the free gui...

9 months ago

50 minutes

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 02 How to Prevent Cancer.

Pilot. Episode Two is all about practical tips for preventing Cancer. We’ll be diving into some of the most controversial claims and comments around exercise, food and Cancer. We’ll tackle some of the big lies, bogus claims, bullshit diets and exercise routines that can endanger people, and offer some legitimate and practical advice instead. Recorded December 2024. Join us on social media to continue the conversation @morecommonknowledge. Thank you for listening. If you have found any of the...

9 months ago

51 minutes

Common Knowledge

S1 Ep 01 What to do if you have a Cancer diagnosis.

Pilot. This is Episode One of three in our first Series on Cancer. Episode One is packed full of practical tips for anyone facing a Cancer diagnosis — whether it's you or a loved one. We’ll be diving into the top things you can do from home to support your treatment. Expect us to cover tips on managing energy, recovery and foods to eat, plus practical advice on fitness and exercise. Recorded December 2024. To learn more about the free guidance around exercise and activity available via the U...

9 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes