Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS
What does podcast success really look like?In a world chasing viral hits and follower counts, success often hides in places less glamorous but far more meaningful—like the DM that says, "That episode helped me rethink how I treat my body."Since launching Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS, we’ve: ✅ Hit 5,000+ downloads in just over a year ✅ Released weekly episodes without fail ✅ Welcomed brilliant guests who bring real stories, not filtered perfection ✅ Built a trusted space for conversations on insulin resistance, gut health, light exposure, burnout, postpartum care & more✨ But numbers aside, here’s what really matters:People are listening—and chan...
No Salt No Metabolism
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MIGRAINES, SALT & METABOLIC HEALTH… WHAT IF WE’VE BEEN GETTING IT WRONG?
Episode #84 of Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS is one of the most thought-provoking and myth-busting conversations yet.
This episode features the incredible Angela Stanton — a globally recognised researcher whose work challenges conventional thinking around migraines, electrolytes, brain health and metabolism.
🎙️ In this deeply insightful discussion, we explore:
⚡ Why the brain NEEDS salt
⚡ The metabolic importance of sodium
⚡ The critical balance between potassium and sodium
⚡ How electrolytes impact blood pressure, kidney function and cellular...
Autoimmune Struggles to Metabolic Healing
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EPISODE #83 – Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS Podcast
From Autoimmune Struggles to Metabolic Healing with Dr Jocelyn Foran
What happens when a doctor becomes the patient?
In Episode #83, I had the privilege of speaking with the incredible Dr Jocelyn Foran: mother, wife, medical doctor, anaesthesiologist, Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and Metabolic Health Practitioner.
This is not just another health conversation.
It is a deeply personal, courageous and eye-opening discussion about inflammation, autoimmune disease, nutrition, resilience and metabolic hea...
Seeing Dad Progressing
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Episode #82 is LIVE — Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
This one hits differently.
In a powerful and deeply honest conversation with Chetan Trivedi, we unpack what real change looks like — not the filtered, quick-fix version… but the disciplined, uncomfortable, life-changing kind.
It all started with a single photograph.
A moment that forced a hard truth:
“I barely recognised the person staring back at me.”
Tired. Unhealthy. Older than expected.
Prediabetic. Six tablets a day.
And then came the decision:
“Enough...
Daily choices impact Risks
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Episode #81 of Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS is one that really stays with you.
In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Martina Meyer zu Selhausen—a former corporate banker whose life took a profound turn after facing autoimmune neuro-degeneration.
Raised in Germany and building a successful career in the UK’s corporate banking world, Martina’s story initially follows a familiar path of ambition and achievement. But beneath that trajectory came a pivotal realisation:
What are we truly investing in—and at what cost to our he...
Real Leadership. Real Life. Real Health
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Episode #80: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
Real Leadership. Real Life. Real Health.
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Kamila Hutchison—an experienced global leader working at the intersection of technology, finance, and go-to-market strategy—bringing over 20 years of insight across marketing, sales, and business transformation.
But this conversation goes far beyond business.
It’s an honest, refreshing look at what it really takes to balance ambition, leadership, and wellbeing in today’s world.
💡 In this episode, we explore:<...
Type 1 diabetes reframed, refreshed and optimism
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Episode 79 – Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
In this episode, I’m joined by Jane MacDonald to discuss the realities of living with Type 1 Diabetes and why the conversation around its management may need to evolve.
Jane has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 26 years, having been diagnosed during her first pregnancy. With a scientific background as an audiologist and a strong family history of the condition, she followed conventional medical and dietary guidance for many years in pursuit of stable blood glucose control.
Seven years ago s...
Brain health and mental health cannot be separated
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New Episode: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – Episode 78
What if the conversation about mental health has been missing a crucial piece?
In Episode 78 of Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS, I’m joined by Dr Tracey Evans in part 2, or a fascinating discussion that reframes how we think about brain health across the entire lifespan.
One of the most powerful takeaways from this conversation is simple but often overlooked:
Brain health and mental health cannot be separated — yet th...
If Alzheimer’s Is Type 3 Diabetes, Why Are We Ignoring Insulin?
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If Alzheimer’s Is Type 3 Diabetes, Why Are We Ignoring Insulin?
Episode 77 of Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS is not just another conversation.
It’s a wake-up call.
This week, I’m joined by Dr Sarah Stephens, an Australian medical doctor with a PhD in mitochondrial biochemistry, and over 15 years of clinical experience challenging how we think about cognitive decline.
We explore a question that should concern every leader, parent, policymaker, and professional:
What if Alzheimer’s is not simply “bad luck”...
High Functional masking and more
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Episode #76 | Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS
This week, I’m joined by Dr Tracey Evans, and this is a conversation that cuts through a lot of the noise around mental health.
🧠 Brain health and mental health are not separate.
Yet we talk about them as if they are.
Tracey works at the intersection of neuroscience, stress physiology, and lived experience—helping people optimise the structural and functional health of their brain alongside emotional and mental wellbeing. The result? People who move be...
Love Story of Metabolic Wellbeing
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75 episodes. One mission. Zero BS. - Love Story of Metabolic Wellbeing
This week we reached a milestone on Metabolic Wellbeing – Without the BS: Episode 75 🎙️
And it feels only right that this moment shines a light on the brains, heart, and driving force behind the movement — my life partner, best friend, and constant inspiration, Michelle Bauge.
In a free flowing conversation, please enjoy. A little insight into who is Michelle.
I’m about as ordinary as they come. I find joy in simple t...
Vaccinations, GLP-1s, Metabolic Health and more..
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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Sarah Myhill, a true pioneer in ecological and nutritional medicine, whose work has challenged conventional thinking for over four decades.
Dr Myhill qualified from the Middlesex Hospital Medical School in 1981, spending 20 years as an NHS GP before moving into independent practice with a special interest in ME/CFS and chronic fatigue. She is internationally recognised for her groundbreaking work on mitochondrial dysfunction and its role in chronic disease, co-authoring some of the earliest an...
“One man’s refusal to accept the standard path — and what it means for the rest of us.”
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Episode #73 — Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS featuring Dale Atkinson
“One man’s refusal to accept the standard path — and what it means for the rest of us.”
Today’s episode is a powerful reminder of what happens when you challenge the status quo of modern care.
In this podcast, I sit down with Dale Atkinson — UK entrepreneur, writer, and cancer advocate — whose stage IV oesophageal cancer diagnosis in 2024 came with a prognosis of 11.5 months to live and a “palliative only” recommendati...
The Athlete-Scientist: What Drives Professor Vignir Helgason
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The Athlete-Scientist: What Drives Professor Vignir Helgason
How does a semi-pro footballer from Iceland become one of the UK’s leading cancer researchers?
You’ll want to hear this. 👇
Meet Professor Vignir Helgason — a scientist whose journey proves that culture, curiosity and purpose can shape extraordinary careers.
🇮🇸 Where it started: Iceland
In Iceland, sport isn’t a hobby — it’s part of who you are.
The teamwork, discipline and resilience Vignir learned on the football pitch?
...
The Realities of Bipolar Disorder and more
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Episode 71 – Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
In this episode, I strip back the noise and talk honestly about mental health, resilience, and the realities of living with Bipolar Disorder — because wellbeing isn’t just about diet and exercise, it’s about the whole picture of who we are. The wisdom and storytelling shared in this episode features the incredibly honest heart of Ryan Harland
For too long, men’s health has been clouded by silence and stigma. Phrases like “man up” have done mor...
Metabolic Health, and the Power of the GoCoCo App
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Julie Ruelle
🎙️ Episode 70 is LIVE: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
This week, we dive into the power of real food, real talk, and real change with Julie Ruelle, a highly respected Registered Dietitian based in the U.S. with over 20 years of experience.
Julie has worked across clinical nutrition and the "better-for-you" food industry, now serving as the RD for the GoCoCo App – a game-changing tool that empowers people to reduce their intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and reclaim control over their m...
19 Kids, 10,000 Patients, 1 Mission
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🎙️ Episode 69 of the Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS podcast is now live!
We’re joined by Dr. Tamie Dixon—a Health & Consciousness Mentor with 40+ years in clinical practice across chiropractic, acupuncture, and integrative health. She’s impacted over 10,000 lives, developed the Family Wellness Leadership Mentoring Program, and is the proud mother of 19 children.
This episode is a deep dive into what it really means to lead in health—starting from home.
What you'll take away:
✅ How to translate complex medical language into s...
Hormones, Healing & Honesty
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🌟 Podcast Release – Episode 68: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
Title: Hormones, Healing & Honesty
🎙 Featuring the dynamic Natarsha Myall
What does it mean to truly honour your body as a high sovereign being? In this no-filter, deep-dive episode, Natarsha strips it all back — from nutrition myths to cultural norms, and the inner shifts required to truly thrive.
💥 Highlights include:
🧠 "I was sick of my own sh*t" — honesty as the first step to healing
🍷 The role of alcohol as a numbing agent and cultura...
A Medical Student Perspective
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🎙️ New on the podcast: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS, Episode #67
Episode Title: A medical student perspective with Chloe Jenvey
This week, I sat down with Chloe Jenvey, a 4th-year medical student in the UK, who’s boldly carving out her space in healthcare — one that is holistic, spiritual, and truly person-centric.
🧠 From burnout to boundaries.
🩺 From workaholism to wellness.
🌱 From survival to conscious healing.
Chloe opens up with honesty and humility about the pressures of medical sc...
Kidneys, Marathons and Metabolic Truths
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🎙️ NEW EPISODE DROP: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS | Episode 66
🧠💥 What do marathons, metabolism, kidney disease, and carb gels have in common?
They all feature in my latest conversation with Dr Karen Dwyer — Professor and Director of Nephrology & Kidney Care at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, lifestyle medicine advocate, and one of Australia’s most inspiring clinician-scientists.
From performing the first hand transplant in Australia to helping patients reverse disease through lifestyle-first approaches, Karen brings unmatched insight and refreshing clarity.
🔎 In this...
Midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s a critical window for transformation.
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🎙️ New Episode Drop: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS
Featuring the incredible Dr. Olga Morton – GP, PhD, Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner, mother of 3, and fearless advocate for women’s health in midlife and beyond.
Midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s a critical window for transformation.
👩⚕️ In this episode, Dr. Morton shares her refreshingly honest journey:
➡️ From fixing broken toys as a child to earning two medical degrees across Estonia, the USA, and the UK
➡️ From traditional medicine to embracing lifestyle change as the frontline treatment — especially f...
We are light beings
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EP#64 Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS
🌞 "We are light beings." – Rachel Jessey
On her return to the Metabolic Wellbeing – Without the BS podcast, Rachel Jessey gifted us with a powerful truth: light is not optional—it's foundational.
In a world bathed in artificial light from birth, we’ve strayed far from the natural rhythms that fuel our metabolism, hormones, and healing.
🧬 From early morning light to the power of sunset, Rachel breaks down how:
Light affects postpar...Have You Fed Your Mind Today — Or Just Filled It With Junk?
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Ronit Baras
Ronit Baras is an educator (B. Ed special education) life coach, author, therapist, NLP practitioner, Family constellation facilitator, Reiki therapist, journalist, Justice of peace and motivational speaker.
She specialises in emotional intelligence, with over 35 years of experience in coaching, teaching, presenting, and writing.
Ronit is the author of five books. She has been writing for 38 years and her writing has appeared in educational , health and wellbeing magazines around the world. Her blog “Family Matters” www.ronitbaras.com is a great practical resource for reade...
What If the Food You Crave Is the Very Thing Harming Your Health?
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Dr Jen Unwin
🎙️ What If the Food You Crave Is the Very Thing Harming Your Health?
Featuring: Dr. Jen Unwin – Clinical Psychologist, Author, and Metabolic Health Advocate
💡 15 years ago, Dr. Jen Unwin discovered the power of low-carb nutrition, a journey that would become life-changing — not just personally, but professionally.
Working alongside her husband, Dr. David Unwin, a trailblazing GP in the UK reversing type 2 diabetes through diet, Dr. Jen merged her background in clinical psychology with nutrition sc...
From Law to Breathwork and Beyond
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Alicia Snijders
Featuring Alicia Snijders – From Law to Breathwork and Beyond
Alicia Snijders is a former corporate lawyer who spent a decade in the legal profession before shifting paths entirely.
In 2020, her world was shattered when she was raped. At 33, she believed she had life figured out, thriving in Sydney - only to have everything she knew about herself and the world upended.
The aftermath was filled with darkness - self-doubt, isolation and a st...
South Asian Health: Risks, Cultural Influences & Actionable Solutions
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South Asian Health: Risks, Cultural Influences & Actionable Solutions
South Asians, including individuals from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, face unique genetic and lifestyle-related health risks. Understanding these risks and cultural factors is essential for preventing chronic diseases like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), cardiovascular disease (CVD), and metabolic disorders.
Why South Asians Are More Vulnerable
📌 Early Onset: South Asians develop T2D 5-10 years earlier than other populations.
📌 Beta Cell Dysfun...
Mental & Physical Resiliency using Mitochondrial Mindset
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Amy Gutman
Amy Gutman’s Journey: A Metabolic Awakening & the Truth About Nutrition
A Story of Transformation, Curiosity & the Pursuit of Real Health
Amy Gutman’s journey is one of deep curiosity, relentless questioning, and personal transformation. From a childhood marked by obesity—at just 10 years old, weighing 190 lbs at 5 feet tall—to a lifetime of navigating health, diet, and the flawed medical system, Amy has evolved from a dedicated vegan of 37 years to a metabolic warrior challenging conventional wisdom.<...
Rethinking Suicide Prevention: Education, Connection & Conversations That Matter
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Debi Roberts – Champion for Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Debi Roberts is the CEO of The OLLIE Foundation, a UK-based suicide prevention charity, dedicated to equipping individuals and communities with the tools to foster meaningful conversations about mental health.
As an educational author, trainer, and advocate, she is committed to building resilience, empowering conversations, and driving sustainable mental health strategies.
💡 Let’s collaborate to create a world where mental well-being is a priority. Reach out to explore partnership opportunities!
<...Your Health, Your Choice: A Journey to True Wellbeing
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Charlotte Palmer
Your Health, Your Choice: A Journey to True Wellbeing
🚀 From Struggle to Strength: Rethinking Health & Nutrition
I know firsthand what it’s like to struggle with poor health. For years, I followed a vegetarian lifestyle, yet battled chronic fatigue, candida symptoms, and a lack of vitality. It wasn’t until I became a critical thinker about my health that I began to truly understand the impact of nutrition, lifestyle, and min...
Are You Truly in Control of Your Health?
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Martin Pytela
From IT to Holistic Wellness: A Journey of Transformation
My career began in Information Technology sales, later expanding into Management Consulting and an e-commerce startup in the late 1990s. But it was during this time that I made a pivotal decision—to become my own client.
After years of navigating chronic pain caused by conventional medical treatments, I embarked on a journey to reclaim my health. Through holistic practices, I transitioned from pa...
I Want to Be a Whole, Healthy Mother for My Children
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Anna Nicolaou
As a certified nutrition counselor with personal experience managing Type 1 diabetes, I provide personalized guidance and coaching to individuals who want to transform their health through balanced blood sugar. My expertise is grounded in both nutrition science and lived experience, making my approach both practical and deeply empathetic.
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Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS is more than a podcast — it’s a growing global movement challenging outdated health narratives and empowering people to take control of their wellbeing.
Lau...
Unlocking Authentic Wellness
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Jessica Talbot
Jessica proudly calls herself a Kiwi, as well as an adopted Aussie and Argy. Born in New Zealand, she earned her master’s degree (MSc) and Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology at Otago University. After completing her studies, she moved to Australia, where she spent a decade working as a psychologist in Gippsland and Melbourne. But her restless curiosity and love for adventure led her to South America—a journey that would change the course of her life and inspire her book, Picaflor (Hummingbird).
In Buenos Aires, Jess...
From Lawyer to Health Coach: A Journey of Resilience, Transformation & Advocacy
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Ceinwen Lloyd
Having spent 25 years as a lawyer, I decided to make the change to become a health coach in 2023. Having been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 10, I have struggled with the impact of long-term health issues, and understand the difficulties people face when coping with ill-health. I suffered kidney failure in 2011, and was fortunate to have a kidney and pancreas transplant. I was able to return to work and fulfil many of my career and life ambitions, but became disenchanted with the legal process...
Everything starts with Lifestyle not medication
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Dr Herna de Wit
"Dr. Herna de Wit is a biochemist with a PhD in Biochemistry and a law degree, specializing in the innovative field of longevity science. She leads webinars and coaching sessions, actively contributing to private clients' and corporate groups' metabolic health improvement. Herna is involved in science product design and communication, blending scientific knowledge with practical applications. She has directed multidisciplinary research teams in longevity science, worked in health tech, developed analytical tools, and
conveyed complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences through impactful science communication and marketing."<...
Addiction, Dopamine, Unplugging & The Power of Failure
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Dominic D'Agostino
Dominic D’Agostino, Ph.D., has maintained involvement in a vast array of professional, academic and personal endeavors. As an Associate Professor with tenure at the University of South Florida, Dom teaches students of the Morsani College of Medicine and the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology, with a focus on such topics as neuropharmacology, medical biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, and neuropharmacology. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) to assist with their efforts towards optimizing the safety, health and resilience of th...
Metabolic Wellbeing with Martin Gillespie - The Why & Purpose
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Martin Gillespie
A global leader and an international keynote speaker on various topics related to metabolic wellbeing, men's health, cancer survivorship, corporate stress management, gut health, and mindset. He has delivered speaking engagements to key clients across various sectors, such as technology, health, finance, construction, education, and consumer goods. A best-selling author, a columnist, and a thriver of stage 4 cancer. He believes that change is necessary in society, and that health is the most valuable asset in one's life.
From a global corporate career with over 25 years global experiences, l...
I poisoned my children....and I'm a Doctor
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Dr Penny Figtree
Dr Penny Figtree graduated from medicine at the University of Sydney with first class honours in1993. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, a member of the Scientific Committee of the Australian Metabolic Health Society and a conjoint lecturer at the University of NSW Rural medical School.
She began focusing on using low carbohydrate and ketogenic nutrition to treat metabolic syndrome in 2018. By using therapeutic carbohydrate reduction Dr Figtree loves stopping medications and watching people regain hope and health.
She...
Brain wiring fuelled by the right nutrition
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Nicole Laurent, LMHC
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who helps people use ketogenic dietary therapy as a treatment for mental illness and neurological issues. I use a variety of nutritional and functional methods of treatment in my work and provide evidence-based psychotherapy modalities in adult client populations.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with expertise in mental health and neurological disorders, helping individuals implement metabolic psychiatry diet and lifestyle changes through guidance and behavioral coaching as a nonprescriber.
After having my own profound...
Corporate Leadership & the consequences of Fear
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John Hagel - Biography
John Hagel III has more than 40 years’ experience as a management consultant, author, speaker and entrepreneur. After recently retiring as a partner from Deloitte, McGraw Hill published his new book, The Journey Beyond Fear, that addresses the psychology of change and he is developing a series of programs to help people navigate through change at many levels. John has founded a new company, Beyond Our Edge, LLC, that works with companies and people who are seeking to anticipate the future and achieve much greater impact.
Optimism is the KEY to healthy longevity
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Victor Perton is "That Optimism Man", whose daily habits include asking people, "What makes you Optimistic?" and "What's been the best thing in your Day?"
Victor is the Chief Optimist Officer of The Centre for Optimism, a think tank. He is the author of "Optimism: The How and Why."
Victor's research shows that infectious optimism is at the heart of good leadership, strategy, innovation, resilience and successful change and transformation. Small habit changes may be all it takes for a leader to be infectiously optimistic.
Victor deeply exp...
Calm & Stable - The Essence of Metabolic Wellbeing
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Erin Bellamy
I’m Dr Erin Louise Bellamy, a Chartered Psychologist, Metabolic Psychiatry clinician and researcher. I support people to implement ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) and other metabolic therapies for psychiatric conditions and improved mental health. I have a private practice at www.ikrt.org.
I have a PhD in Psychology, specialising in Ketogenic Diets & Depression from the University of East London. I also have an MSc in Psychiatric Research from the Institute of Psychiatry at King’s College London. I am an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Socie...
