In the latest episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sat down with orthopaedic surgeon at St Barts Hospital and knee replacement expert Jaison Patel.

Jaison talks us through the anatomy of the knee, why injuries in this area are so common, and how surgery works when it's required.

Intro: 0:00

Why are knee injuries so common?: 01:06

Common knee injuries: 02:15

Why damage occurs: 04:02

How knee problems are discovered: 04:55

Arthritis and wear and tear: 06:11

How to prevent injuries: 08:00

Advice for older adults: 11:02

Common myths about the knee: 13:40

Knee braces and supports: 15:42

How weight management can help: 17:51

When to see a specialist: 21:25

Osteoarthritis: 25:03

Knee replacement surgery and treatment: 27:20

Post-surgery recovery: 34:34

How long does a replacement last?: 41:21

Outro: 42:56

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In today's episode of the Let's Talk Health Podcast, we're chatting to Senior Health and Wellbeing Physiologist and women's health expert Inez Griffin to talk about the menstrual cycle as a whole and how your period really works.

Inez shares some expert insight about the benefits of tracking your menstrual cycle, how 'hacking' your period can help raise your energy levels and mood, and why removing stigma from the conversation is so important for young women.

0:05: intro

2:19: what is the menstrual cycle?

3:30: menstrual cycle phases

6:24: the influence of progesterone and oestrogen

7:11: what's happening during each phase?

10:38: common issues professionals see

12:41: understanding what's 'normal' for you

14:57: PCOS, endometriosis, and fibroids

19:13: period 'hacking' and the power of physiology

26:02: why there's so little research

28:31: the impact sport and exercise can have

30:34: changing attitudes to stigma and education

36:02: what to expect a professional to ask

37:25: irregular cycles and 'no' period

39:41: stress and other lifestyle factors

41:28: period myth busting

43:29: the most important piece of advice

45:08: outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we're sitting down for a chat about all things food and diet-related with nutrition and Nuffield Health Senior Health and Wellbeing Physiologist Abbie Green.

The conversation covers everything from plant-based and vegan diets to managing cravings and eating well on a budget. Abbie also talks at length about the potential dangers of intermittent fasting, how eating 5-a-day really works, and why we should never overlook liquid calories and alcohol when assessing how healthy our diet really is.

0:00: intro

0:58: what is a nutritionist?

2:46: all about supplements

4:53: plant-based and vegan diets

8:01: the importance of 5-a-day

10:15: how to eat healthy on-the-go

11:38: managing cravings

14:09: food and mental health

15:58: the potential for 'guilt' around overeating

17:23: sweeteners and artificial sugars

22:00: processed foods

23:54: eating well on a budget

25:43: the benefits of frozen food

26:40: smoothies and meal replacement drinks

28:37: how often should we eat?

30:46: intermittent fasting

32:51: liquid calories and alcohol

35:58: why food experts matter

39:11: top tips, debunking myths, and buzzwords explained

45:30: outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sat down with Dr Unnati Desai (GP and National Lead for GP Services at Nuffield Health) for a conversation about men's health. Unnati breaks down taboo subjects like erectile dysfunction, prostate health, and why men are more reluctant to engage in conversations about their health.

She also touches on important topics like risk factors, warning signs of something serious, how your GP can help, and the importance of open communication for spotting men's health problems early on.

0:00: Intro

1:56: What is erectile dysfunction?

2:13: How is it diagnosed?

3:53: Why men don't talk about ED

4:50: What causes it?

7:21: Risk factors and triggers

8:58: The link between ED and other disorders

10:53: Modern triggers and their influence on ED

12:59: How your partner can help

14:22: The importance of open communication

16:24: What can men do to prevent ED?

17:47: Prostate health introduction

19:17: Prostate cancer risk factors

19:50: Other issues that can occur

20:45: Signs that something may be wrong

22:39: What to expect when you see your GP

27:13: Prostate enlargement and when it can be an issue

28:30: Busting myths and expert advice

30:05: Outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health Podcast, we sat down for a chat about sleep with Nuffield Health's Regional Lead for Physiology Luke Cousins.

Luke gives us the science behind what sleep does for us, how we can all get more of it, and why caffeine, alcohol, napping, and technology can all affect our circadian rhythm and sleep schedule.

00:11: intro

08:58: what is sleep and why do we need it?

01:46: what happens when we don't get enough?

03:00: how sleep stages work

06:52: how much sleep do we really need?

07:28: can we 'bank' sleep?

08:52: improving sleep quality

10:11: body clock, night owls, and our circadian rhythm

13:05: advice for shift workers

15:40: the most common problems sleep experts see

16:40: why caffeine affects our sleep

17:58: the impact of alcohol

19:08: food, diet, and sugar

20:47: napping

24:34: sleep hygiene

28:40: key takeaways and expert advice

30:49: stress and our mental health

32:25: how exercise can impact sleep

35:41: outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, our host James talks to Dr Unnati Desai (GP and National Lead for Clinical Services at Nuffield Health) to discuss all things gut health-related.

They spoke at length about how best to improve the health of your gut, exciting new research linking the brain and the digestive system, and the impact that lifestyle, diet, and hydration can have on our gastrointestinal health.

They also touched on stress and the role it plays with inflammation, and how certain foods and probiotics can help balance bacteria levels in the gut.

00:00: intro

00:48: what is the gut?

01:22: the role of the gut

02:41: 'microbiome' and what it means

03:43: good v bad gut health

04:01: mental health and the 'gut-brain axis'

06:07: where things can go wrong

07:25: are gut problems becoming more common?

07:45: why balance is so important for gut health

09:40: common symptoms

11:04: when to see your doctor

14:33: other lifestyle factors that influence gut health

17:37: how probiotics can help

19:20: the link between stress and anxiety

20:25: how professionals spot gut problems

21:15: final tips and takeaways

22:04: outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sat down with our National Lead for Clinical Fitness Paul Johnson for a chat about joint pain, self-management, and the value of community initiatives in tackling this widespread issue.

Paul talked to us about why joint pain is such a common symptom, the impact it can have on our mental health, and why the Nuffield Health Joint Pain Programme has been so successful in helping people with joint pain live happier, more independent lives.

00:00 - intro

00:29 - what is joint pain?

1:11 - what areas are most affected?

2:07 - what's the most common cause?

3:40 - joint pain and our mental health

6:06 - who's most susceptible?

7:26 - how to self-manage your joint pain

9:55 - is feeling a bit of joint pain normal?

11:16 - the Joint Pain Programme

13:45 - how to access our free Joint Pain Programme

14:25 - the value of community initiatives

16:31 - success stories

19:20 - outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sat down with Mental Health Prevention Lead Lisa Gunn to chat about imposter syndrome and how it can impact our personal and professional lives.

Lisa also chats about triggers, positive self-talk as a coping strategy, and how fear and anxiety can affect our perception of success.

0:00: intro

0:53: what is imposter syndrome?

2:15: how common is it?

3:54: high achievers and imposter syndrome

5:55: triggers and intensity

6:48: fear and imposter syndrome

8:52: coping strategies and treatment plans

12:56: the power of positive self-talk

14:28: how we can help friends and family

16:17: the link with anxiety

17:27: three key takeaways about imposter syndrome

18:14: outro

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sit down with Nutritional Therapist Steph Weekes to discuss nutrition, diet, and how changes to our diet can have a big effect on our physical and mental health.

We also chat about how much water you should be drinking in a day, how snacking impacts the body, and why fear and inaccurate information can put people off making healthier food choices.

0:00: intro

0:22: issues around not eating a healthy diet

1:56: wholefoods and processed foods

3:50: illness and long-term health conditions

5:06: fear about changing our diet

7:08: practical advice for staying on track

9:39: eating out

11:09: proteins, carbohydrates, and fats

14:56: nutrition, sleep, and exercise

17:04: structuring how we eat

17:59: snacking 

18:49: supplements

20:33: why fluids are so important

24:04: high activity and hydration

25:42: outro

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In this episode, we sit down with England football legend Fara Williams and content creator Chessie King to talk all things movement and how we can all do more to help young girls embrace and enjoy physical activity.

They also touch on their experiences growing up, how body image can distort things, the effect getting their first period had on them, and why language is so important when we talk with young girls about exercise.

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sit down with England football legends John Barnes and Teddy Sheringham to talk men's mental health, career ups and downs, and how retirement has changed their view on health and wellbeing.

We also chat about England and what playing for their country meant to them, and how changing attitudes on recovery, nutrition, and training have helped shape the modern game.

0:00: intro

0:36: career highlights

1:40: emotional ups and downs

5:51: resilience and mentality

10:02: mental health in football

12:42: emotional wellbeing and retirement

15:12: fitness then and now

19:18: nutrition

20:08: rest and recovery

25:26: advice for kids today

26:42: outro

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In this episode, we sit down with ex-England international footballer and Lioness Karen Carney OBE to discuss her distinguished playing career, how the women's game continues to evolve, and the unique barriers to fitness that women face.

In conversation with our host Hannah, Karen also discusses how periods can impact performance as a professional, what her fitness and wellbeing routine looks like now she's retired, and how it felt to represent her country at the highest level.

0:00: intro

0:31: career highlights

4:20: biggest challenges as a professional female athlete

5:37: the continuous evolution of women's football

9:17: the menstrual cycle in sport and exercise

15:33: the effect periods have on training

17:00: changing attitudes to training as we get older

18:54: adapting to retirement after football

21:35: motivation and drive

24:35: exploring other opportunities in retirement

28:05: one piece of advice for making positive change

29:15: outro

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In the first episode of the Let's Talk Health Podcast, we sit down with double-Olympic gold medalist Dame Kelly Holmes and England footballing legend Fara Williams MBE to talk about their career highlights, women's health, and the strain that professional sport can put on the mind and body.

Kelly and Fara also address the barriers to sport that young women face, retirement, and how adjusting to a new, less intense fitness routine poses a unique challenge for ex-athletes.

0:44: guest introduction

1:24: career highlights and favourite moments

6:03: resilience, focus and motivation

9:46: overcoming adversity, challenges and injury

19:49: mental health discussion

24:00: solo training versus team training

28:18 retirement and making adjustments

38:40 changing perspectives on exercise

46:42 grassroots athletics and challenges around funding

49:00 barriers to opportunity for women in sport

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