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- Another Thursday, another mini episode!
Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.
This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Madusha Peiris and Dr Rubina Aktar, who are leading experts in the gut-brain connection, with over a decade of research focused on how the gut senses nutrients and communicates with the brain through hormone signalling.
In the full episode, we discuss:
🥦 the reason you shouldn’t be buying probiotic supplements🔬 the truth behind “nature’s ozempic”🤤 why you never feel full🥣 what to buy to * actually * heal your gut🍽️ how to moderate your appetite control
Listen to the full podcast here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FXpyJ0RfoOzfvtJ4Gp3WG?si=OyucAfafQf6XqSgswLbUhw
YouTube: https://youtu.be/dLEliGrzHpk
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* Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.
* Share with someone who needs this; it might help them live a happier, healthier life.
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🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice. - Before you jump into today’s episode, fancy winning a book? 📚 Dr Emily is giving away a copy of ‘Fibre Power’ to one of you!
To enter, share this episode to your Instagram Story and tag @herdiscussionspod. We’ll announce the winner next Monday 👀
Have we made gut health way more complicated than it needs to be?
This week, I’m joined by Dr Emily Leeming, a gut microbiome scientist at King’s College London and registered dietitian, to unpack the gut health advice that’s actually worth listening to.
What you’ll learn:
🍽️ The easiest way to hit 30g of fibre in a day
🎈 The difference between normal and concerning bloating
💩 What should healthy poo actually look like?
🫃 Why a flat stomach isn’t a sign of a healthy gut
🧬 The link between your hormones and your gut
🥝 2 kiwi trick for constipation
🩸 How does your menstrual cycle affect your gut?
Resources & links mentioned:
Dr Emily’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dremilyleeming/?hl=en
Dr Emily’s book ‘Fibre Power’ - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/476519/fibre-power-by-leeming-dr-emily/9780241804520
Poop Map App - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/poop-map-pin-and-track/id1303269455
🔔 Join the HERd* broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==
📱 Find us on socials:
Instagram & Tiktok - @drfayebate
Podcast Instagram & Tiktok: @herdiscussionspod
📩 Want to reach out?
Email: drfaye@outreachtalentgroup.com
🛑 Disclaimers:
Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice. - Another Thursday, another mini episode!
Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.
This week, we're revisiting our episode with Stefanie Sword-Williams, TEDx Speaker and Forbes 30U30, founder of F*ck Being Humble, bestselling author and career confidence expert.
In the full episode, we discuss:
🤝🏻 the 10 questions trick for networking
❤️🩹 how to keep your self-worth and career success separate💭 why introverts are better at networking than extroverts💗 how to train yourself to feel like you’re not running out of time
✨ why you SHOULD move jobs constantly
Listen to the full podcast here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4b3XacPHHd3zxc2AmMDbpJ?si=ihwdyQydTDC183f5BDOnpg
YouTube: https://youtu.be/kUnYe7PBoSo
Links to subscribe / follow:
* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612
* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5viLYizHD4Zy6J42iqtPRo
Can I ask you a BIG favour? 💙
* Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.
* Share with someone who needs this; it might help them live a happier, healthier life.
* Follow us on social media or join the broadcast channel to send us your questions for our guests. I'll leave the link here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA== https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==
🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice. Anxiety vs. Physical Symptoms: How to Know When Your Body Is Trying to Tell You Something
07/09/2026 | 59 mins.This episode is sponsored by @larocheposay and their NEW Effaclar Supra molecular Face Moisturiser: a lightweight, daily gel moisturiser that is ideal for oily to combination skin prone to visible shine. It features Supramolecular SA.B3 Technology, combining Salicylic Acid (S.A) and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) and helps to target imperfections and control excess sebum.
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📚Fancy a FREE Book?📚
Dr Sula is gifting 2 copies of her book - ‘It’s All In Your Body’
To enter, share this podcast episode to your Instagram story and tag us at @herdiscussionspod. We’ll pick two winners at random and announce them on our Instagram Stories next Monday, so keep an eye out 🤍
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Have you ever been told your symptoms are all in your head? Or that it's just stress?
This week, I’m joined by Dr Sula Windgassen, a leading health psychologist, psychotherapist and researcher specialising in the connection between physical health and chronic stress.
We talk about:
🩺 3 things to do if your symptoms are dismissed
🌬️ When breathwork can actually make you feel worse
👀 The #1 reason a second opinion really matters
🧠 Is there a difference between anxiety and physical symptoms?
🚩 Why even a kind doctor can still medically dismiss you
Resources & links mentioned:
Dr Sula’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_health_psychologist_/?hl=en
‘It’s All In Your Body’ by Dr Sula: https://www.healthpsychologist.co.uk/itsallinyourbody
‘Healing and the Mind’ documentary: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0MW5NZR1O96HRRVQXU497YNIDY
🔔 Join the HERd* broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==
📱 Find us on socials:
Instagram & Tiktok - @drfayebate
Podcast Instagram & Tiktok: @herdiscussionspod
📩 Want to reach out?
Email: drfaye@outreachtalentgroup.com
🛑 Disclaimers:
Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.- Another Thursday, another mini episode!
Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.
This week, we're revisiting our episode with nutritionist and former model Sarah Ann Macklin, who retrained in nutritional science after experiencing serious health challenges during her modelling career, and now also hosts the Live Well Be Well podcast.
In the full episode, we discuss:
🧠 1 skill that matters more than any diet😫 Why emotional eating isn't a willpower problem (and what actually helps instead)📍 The 3 step NNN technique for emotional eating🌙 What to eat before bed to calm your mind📲 Why most nutrition advice online is confusing (and often wrong)
Listen to the full podcast here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GBAfV7qS0vKATHAG6tulu?si=xsZ1kZn_ROiPVk7_5bUfqA
YouTube: https://youtu.be/HIt_LV7EwjA?si=q8FPFxoyLbXwm8QD
Resources & links mentioned:
Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahannmacklin/
Links to subscribe / follow:
* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612
* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5viLYizHD4Zy6J42iqtPRo
Can I ask you a BIG favour? 💙
* Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.
* Share with someone who needs this; it might help them live a happier, healthier life.
* Follow us on social media or join the broadcast channel to send us your questions for our guests. I'll leave the link here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA== https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==
🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.
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Her Discussions was created to be a go-to space for honest, unfiltered conversations about women’s health hosted by Faye Bate, a medical doctor and creator.
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