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You’ve done it. You made it through a period of prolonged stress—maybe it was caregiving, a difficult job, medical treatment, or even burnout. It was tough but you got through it. Yes, you feel relieved but you’re now wondering: Why don’t I feel better yet? If you can relate, then please listen on because in this week’s episode of the Stronger Minds Podcast, I’m giving you effective, evidence-based tools to help you recover from burnout and chronic stress. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your alarm goes off on another Tuesday morning. You’ve been asleep for seven hours. You wore the eye mask and the ear plugs and listened to whale sounds. And you’re still bloody knackered. What’s going on? If this sounds familiar, then keep listening because in this week’s episode, we are getting to grips with non-sleep related fatigue. ___   Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We all have one conversation we keep putting off. Maybe it’s a long-overdue apology. Maybe it’s asking for what you need. Or maybe it’s telling someone how much they hurt you. These unspoken issues can eat away at our peace of mind and weillbeing, as well as threatening the strength of our relationships. In this episode I walk you through my tried and tested 10-step process for tackling these conversations with confidence. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s one of the most common questions that I get asked. 'Is there anything I can eat that will help me sleep?' And, listen, it’s not as simple as saying ‘eat this and have eight uninterrupted hours’. But, in as far as sleep is the product of your brain and your brain is an organ that depends on good nutrition for optimal function, there are some foods and nutrients that have been associated with changes in sleep quality. So, in this week’s episode, I’m giving you the lowdown on nutrition and sleep. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prison violence is a chronic global crisis. With rates rising in the UK, US and around the world. Prison violence can have a devastating effect on prisoners, prison staff and wider society. So, in this episode, I'm asking a bold question: Can improving nutrition reduce violence in prison? And if so—why aren’t we doing it already? Crime & Nourishment Series The Kids Aren't Alright The Prison Studies Food, Brain Behaviour: The Missing Piece You be the Judge Think Through Nutrition Think Through Nutrition on Instagram ___   Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may have read recent articles discussing new data linking maternal diabetes and ADHD and autism in children. Maybe you’re planning a pregnancy or trying to conceive and you’ve never heard of gestational diabetes. Or you’re currently pregnant and worried about what this means. So, in this week’s episode, I give you an overview of what we know about gestational diabetes and baby’s brain development – and how to reduce your risk. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking How to Build a Healthy Brain* Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain* Patreon Original music by Juan Iglesias * links The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the episodes on stress and burnout I mentioned how magnesium played a role in the stress response and how an adequate intake of magnesium can stress resilience. But that is far from all that magnesium gets up to. In this much-requested episode of the Stronger Minds podcast, I’m taking you through the many and marvellous actions of magnesium in the brain.  ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it's a difficult breakup, a stressful job, or an unexpected crisis, our ability to handle distressing situations without becoming overwhelmed plays a crucial role in our mental well-being, so on this week’s episode we’re going to get better at feeling bad as we learn all about Distress Tolerance. ___ Newsletter sign up   Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  You’ve probably experienced the sensation of butterflies in your stomach, or the urge to rush to the toilet when you are nervous. These are some of the clearest indications of the relationship between the gut and the brain. But is there more to the story of psychological stress and gut symptoms? Should you be worried? And what, if anything, should you do about it? In this week’s episode of the Stronger Minds Podcast we’re digging in to the science of stress and the gut. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I know, I know. You have felt stress enough times to know what it is. But do you really? Maybe you think stress ius all in your head or that a couple of drinks will take the stress away? In this week’s episode of the Stronger Minds podcast I am deep diving into stress – what it is, the different types, how it affects the brain and body and some surprising things that might just be able to help.  ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the previous episode we looked at burnout, the physical and emotional exhaustion associated with chronic workplace stress. One of the ive tools I mentioned was a breath practice and I promised to record a guide for you. And here it is.  You'll find two versions, with and without background music. Time Stamps 1.40 Start or practice with background audio 9.15 Start of practice without background audio ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, detached from your work, or like no matter how hard you try, you’re running on empty—this episode is for you. Because, in this week's episode of the Stronger Minds podcast we’re taking a look at Burnout. What its, what causes it, and how to recover. NB: There is not set amount of time that it takes to recover from burnout or chronic stress. That will depend on the extent of the stress, the opportunity and resources for rest and recovery, and individual differences. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the previous episode we looked at the process of decision-making, the brain areas involved, your brain as a simulator creating alternate futures based on the available options, and the internal and external factors that affect even our smallest decisions. But you had questions. How do I cope with decision paralysis, what’s the impact of childhood trauma on decision-making ability and how to make the best decision? This week’s episode, I’m answering your questions about decision-making. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The simple truth is that the quality of your decisions determines the quality of your life. So getting better at making choices is itself a great decision. In this week’s episode, we’ll explore the brain regions involved in decision-making, the internal and external influences that shape our choices, and how to improve our decision-making skills for a better life. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Data published last week shows that more Brits than ever have high blood sugar and diabetes. The charity Diabetes UK is calling for government action on prevention because complications of diabetes include damage to the retina, kidneys, hearts and impaired sexual functions. But, we hear much less about the impacts of conditions of high blood sugar on the brain. So, that’s what we’re gonna do today, in this week’s episode : Blood Sugar & the Brain. ___ Newsletter sign up Corporate Speaking   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How are you feeling right now? Tired? Flat? A bit…meh? Maybe you can’t really the last time you felt mentally sharp, fresh and raring to go? That resonates with you then stick around because, in this week’s episode, I am going to guide you through the clouds of brain fog: what it is, why it happens and what you can do about it. ___ Newsletter sign up   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inflammation is one of the big buzzwords in health and wellness. It’s been linked to everything from skin complaints to cancer. But do you really know what it is? And is it all bad? If all the talk about inflammation has left you more confused than a mosquito in a mannequin factory then listen on. Because in this week’s episode of the Stronger Minds Podcast I’m giving you the lowdown on inflammation and what you can do about it. ___ Newsletter sign up   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the last week of Dry January. Some people will be looking forward to the first sip of their favourite tipple. While other will perhaps be thinking about how much better they feel going alcohol-free. And perhaps some of your are just curious about what goes on in the brain when we have a drink. So, on this week’s episode of the Stronger Minds Podcast, I’m digging in to the science of what happens to your brain when you drink. Drinkline is the national alcohol helpline. If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, you can call this free helpline in complete confidence. Call 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am to 8pm, weekends 11am to 4pm). Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a free self-help group. Its "12 step" programme involves getting sober with the help of regular groups. Al-Anon Family Groups offer and understanding to the families and friends of problem drinkers, whether they're still drinking or not. Alateen is part of Al-Anon and can be attended by 12 to 17-year-olds who are affected by another person's drinking, usually a parent. You can find moe option on the the NHS website  ___ Newsletter sign up   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WHO Water Filter Report ___ Newsletter sign up   How to Build a Healthy Brain*   Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*   Patreon   Original music by Juan Iglesias   * links   The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. , your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. this show http://er.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.