The Food Medic
Welcome to The Food Medic podcast hosted by medical doctor, personal trainer, blogger, and author, Dr. Hazel Wallace. In this podcast you will hear from leading experts in their field who share evidence based advice on how we can live healthier lives and cut through the confusing information that we find online. For more information you can find Hazel at www.thefoodmedic.co.uk or on social media instagram, twitter, and facebook @TheFoodMedic. The Food Medic for Life books is out now which is available online on amazon and in most good book stores.
Episodes
June 25, 2025 • 52 mins
If the menstrual cycle affects everything from strength to sleep, why are we ignoring it in sport?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with researcher Kelly McNulty to discuss the challenges of researching female physiology, the importance of individualised training, and the role of cycle tracking for athletes.
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How do the menstrual cycle a...
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June 18, 2025 • 38 mins
What if ignoring your gut health is fueling a hormonal war inside your body?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Megan Rossi, a gut health expert, about the complex links between gut health and women’s health. They discuss how gut bacteria influence hormones and conditions like PCOS and endometriosis, the impact of the menstrual cycle on digestion, and th...
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In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual synchrony, the effects of fasted exercise on menstrual cycles, and managing PCOS. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance.
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What if everything you thought you knew about your period was wrong?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr. Brooke Vandermolen, known as "The OB GYN Mom," to discuss women's health, focusing on menstrual cycles, period myths, and contraceptive options. Dr. Brooke shares her journey into obstetrics and gynecology and her motivation for creating online content t...
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May 28, 2025 • 52 mins
Is PMDD the Hidden Struggle Behind Your Mood Swings?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women’s health nutritionist, sits down with Dr Milli Raizada, a GP, hormone expert and author of Happy Hormones, Happy You. Together, they unpack the realities of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - its severe symptoms, how it differs from PMS and why diagnosis can be such a challenge.
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In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into period myths, cravings and recovery tips. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance.
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What are yo...
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May 14, 2025 • 42 mins
What is the greatest misunderstanding about endometriosis and women's health?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, discusses endometriosis with Carla Cressy, the founder and CEO of The Endometriosis Foundation. The episode explores Carla's personal journey with endometriosis, highlighting the struggles of misdiagnosis and the urgent need for greater awareness and advocacy in w...
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In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into menstrual health, focusing on the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraception. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance.
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May 7, 2025 • 42 mins
What is the connection between sex hormones and skin health?
In this episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr Hazel Wallace, a women's health nutritionist, is joined by Dr Thivi Maruthappu, consultant dermatologist at Barts Health NHS Trust, to explore the intricate relationship between sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) and skin health.
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How do hormonal changes during different life s...
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December 3, 2023 • 45 mins
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Dr John Kennedy, an O&G doctor who qualified from University College Dublin in 2000. He has been working exclusively in fertility medicine since 2013 and is the clinical lead at Thérapie Fertility Clinic, with his expert team who have helped intended parents in Ireland to build their familiesThis episode covers:
Reasons someone might freeze their eggs
What is the best age to do it and is ther...
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November 26, 2023 • 49 mins
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Mr Martin Hirsch, a consultant gynaecologist and endometriosis specialist practicing both in the NHS and privately.He can be found on instagram as @endometriosis.surgeon.ukThis episode covers:
What is endometriosis?
The symptoms of endometriosis
Who gets endometriosis?
What causes delays in diagnosis?
New, faster diagnostic tests
How nutrition and lifestyle can support symptom management...
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November 19, 2023 • 40 mins
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ro Huntriss - one of the UK’s leading fertility dietitians and is the Founder of Fertility Dietitian UK.She is also the author of the book Deliciously Health Fertility (available on amazon) This episode covers:
The role does diet plays in male and female fertility
How can we eat for fertility?
Key nutrients associated with fertility
Nutrition considerations for IVF and egg freezing.
The...
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November 16, 2023 • 4 mins
This weeks listener question is:“I’m training for a half-marathon, and I was just wondering how you practically manage your period on a long run?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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November 12, 2023 • 56 mins
Today Dr Hazel is joined by Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith - founders of KIC - a leading health and wellness app born out of AustraliaTrigger warning: This episode does contain conversations around eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours. This episode covers:
Rebranding KIC from ‘Keep it Cleaner’
Laura and Steph’s own experiences with food and exercise
How they are helping others build a healthy and more sustainab...
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November 9, 2023 • 2 mins
This weeks listener question is: When should I expect my period to return after stopping the pill? And what should you do if it doesn’t?If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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November 5, 2023 • 51 mins
Dr Hazel is joined by Dr Anjali Amin, a Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. This epsiode covers:
What are hormones?
The truth about “hormone balancing” recipes
At home Hormone testing kits
Is adrenal fatigue a medical diagnosis?
Why women experience more thyroid issues than men
Should you worry about glucose spikes?
PCOS and insulin resistance
Intere...
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November 2, 2023 • 3 mins
This weeks listener question is: Do you recommend taking a multi-vitamin as a precautionary measure during the winter months to avoid getting sick? If you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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October 29, 2023 • 67 mins
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by Ben and Joshua from Runna - #1 rated app for personalized training plans for running. This episode covers
The story of RUNNA
How Josh ran a record-breaking 76 marathons in 76 days
Advice for new runners
Different types of runs (tempo, interval, easy etc) and their purpose
How to get faster at running
Strength training alongside running
Trainers and running kit : whats essential?
Fuel...
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October 26, 2023 • 4 mins
This weeks listener question is:“Is calorie counting the only way to lose weight?”if you would like to submit a question to the podcast, please send your voice recorded question to info@thefoodmedic.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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October 22, 2023 • 51 mins
In this episode Dr Hazel is joined by presenter, fitness guru, author, mother and “accidental” activist Davina McCall This episode covers
Becoming an “accidental activist” in womens health
Davina’s experience of the perimenopause and menopause
Fears and misconceptions about HRT
Davina’s pill revolution documentary
How Davina’s fitness routine has evolved after the menopause
Davina’s partnership with FoodSpring and the impor...
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