Let's Talk Health with Mairi
Hi, I’m Mairi, a registered ANutr Nutritionist and CIMSPA qualified personal trainer from Scotland. I want to change the way we view our health and make healthy living easy and accessible for everyone. I want to provide you with awareness and knowledge so that you can implement a healthy lifestyle now! Come along on my journey and let’s talk health.
Episodes
176 episodes
Let's Chat: Life Lately, Spirituality, Mindset Changes & Slowing Down.
Hey everyone! In today’s episode, I’m sitting down to share some honest life updates and reflect on a few shifts I’ve been moving through — mentally, physically, and spiritually. In this episode:• How my mindset around health an...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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28:51
Scientifically Proven Lifestyle Hacks for Nervous System Regulation and Stress Reduction.
In this episode, we dive into the science of nervous system regulation and how it influences our mental, emotional, and physical health. From chronic stress to burnout, dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system is a common modern health iss...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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32:31
What Science Suggests: Is the Lunar and Menstrual Cycle Connected?
For centuries, people speak of a mystical connection between the cycles of the Moon and the menstrual cycle. But is there any truth to it—or is it just ancient symbolism carried into modern wellness culture?In this episode, I dive into b...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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25:27
Holding Space: A Conversation on Body Image and Body Dysmorphia
Hey everyone! In today’s episode, we’re getting real about something that affects so many of us but often goes unspoken: body image and body dysmorphia. This isn’t a polished, perfect conversation—it’s an honest one. In this episode, I hold spa...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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21:52
Weight Loss Injectables: What You Need to Know for Health and Weight Loss.
Hello everyone and welcome back! Weight loss injectables like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are making headlines—but what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what does it all mean for health? In this episode, let's unpack how th...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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30:47
The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition, Fitness & Wellness for Busy People!
No time? No problem! In this episode, let's discuss wellness tips for people who are constantly on the go! Whether you're working long hours, parenting, or just feeling stretched thin, in this episode I discuss prac...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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27:51
Cycle Syncing for Effective Training and Exercise Performance: Training with Your Menstrual Cycle!
Does the menstrual cycle impact exercise performance? In this episode, I explore the science behind training in sync with your cycle and discuss the research on how hormonal fluctuations affect strength, endurance, and recovery.In ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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23:51
The Science of Cycle Syncing: Nutrition Tips for Every Phase of the Menstrual Cycle!
In this episode, we’re diving into the science behind how nutrition differs during each phase of the menstrual cycle. Is there any research to suggest what we should and should not be eating in each phase? Let's chat about it! In th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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20:51
Jeni Woolley on Women's Healing: Womb Wisdom, Women's Circles, Cycle Syncing & More!
Episode Summary:In this episode, I sit down with Jeni Woolley, a passionate advocate for alternative women’s healing, to explore holistic practices that reconnect women with their bodies and inner wisdom. From womb heali...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:24:37
Eat This First: How Food Order Impacts Your Health!
Hey everyone and welcome back to the podcast! In this episode: You may have heard that eating proteins before carbs and sugar can help control blood sugar and support weight management. But does food order really make a d...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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19:44
A Fresh Start: Life Update and What's Next for Let's Talk Health with Mairi!
After a three-month break, I'm back with season 2 of 'Let's Talk Health with Mairi'! In this episode, I share what's been going on behind the scenes, reflect on the time off, and update you on what's next for the podcast! Whether y...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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10:39
Let's Chat: The 'Perfect' Diet and My History with Dieting.
Hey everyone, im back and sorry for the lack of episodes the past couple of weeks! In this chatty episode, let's talk about the phenomenon of the 'perfect diet'! Get in touch: YouTube:
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Season 1
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Episode 164
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20:15
Should I Eat Raw Kale? 5 Tips To Eat Healthy In A Way You Love!
Hey everyone! Welcome back to my podcast!This week, let's chat healthy eating in a way we love! This is such an important topic. I hope you enjoy our chat :) Get in touch: YouTube:
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Season 1
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Episode 163
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21:24
9 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Fitness Journey!
Hello everyone and welcome back! This week let's chat and reflect! Here's 9 things I wish I knew before starting my fitness journey (exposing myself here lol).I hope you enjoy this episode :)Get in touch: YouTube...
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Season 1
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Episode 162
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23:24
What They Don't Tell You About Fruit Sugar | Tips on Sugar from a Sugar Scientist!
Hello everyone and welcome back to my podcast! This week, we are talking about my favourite topic: sugar! Have you ever heard, "I try to stay away from fruit as it's high in sugar" - a common myth! Let's de-bunk it!I hop...
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Season 1
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Episode 161
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18:13
The Extraordinary Health Benefits of Olive Oil!
Hello everyone and welcome back to another podcast episode. In this episode, let's talk about the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil! It's pretty amazing.I hope you enjoy this episode!Get in touch:YouTube:...
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Season 1
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Episode 160
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19:35
Santorini, Getting back to a Busy Work and Life Schedule and Next Steps for the Podcast!
Hello everyone and welcome back! It's been 2 weeks since I last uploaded and I wanted to update you before driving in to the nutrition topics. Please let me know if you have any ideas for topics you would like me to talk about i...
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Season 1
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Episode 159
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10:19
Is Suncream Toxic? What Can We Do To Protect Ourselves from the Sun?
Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode! This week let's chat about something different - suncream. Is it toxic and if so what can we do to protect ourselves from the sun?Link to the suncream I mentioned:
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Season 1
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Episode 158
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18:19
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My PhD (2 Years In)!
Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode on 'Let's Talk Health with Mairi'.Let's reflect and chat about 5 hard lessons I wish I knew before starting my PhD. I hope you like this episode! Get in touch: Y...
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Season 1
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Episode 157
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19:48
What Is 'Leptin' and 'Ghrelin' and Why Are They Important for Weight Management/Loss?
Hello everyone and welcome back! This week let's talk about the hormones (or just a few) that regulate our hunger and satiety! Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.yout...
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Season 1
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Episode 156
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17:29
Do We Have a Set Weight/Body Type Determined By Our Genetics? | The Science Behind "Set Point" Theory.
Hello everyone and welcome back!Today, I have a super interesting topic about "set point" or "settling point" theory - the idea that we have a set weight or set weight range, determined by our genetics, that is difficult to change despi...
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Season 1
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Episode 155
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15:42
Life Update: Holiday Disaster!
Hello everyone, welcome back to my podcast! It is nice to be back. Im easing back into it after a few week's off for my holiday (that didn't happen). Let me update you! Get in touch:YouTube:
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Season 1
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Episode 154
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18:10
Intuitive Eating: 6 Tips To Become A More Intuitive Eater.
Hello everyone and welcome back! Today, I have 6 tips for you around intuitive/emotional eating and being a more intuitive eater. I love this topic and it has completely revolutionised my relationship with food. I hope yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 153
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23:42
8 Nutrition Myths Busted!
Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode.I hope you are having a wonderful week! This week, let's bust 8 nutrition myths, and finally put these incorrect facts to bed! I hope you love this episode!P.S. Sorry to...
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Season 1
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Episode 152
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19:28
The Summer Conundrum: 'Bikini' Bodies.
Hello everyone and welcome back to my podcast! This week, I wanted to give some time for you (and me) to reflect on our relationships with our bodies coming in to summer. The societal pressure to take up less space, loose weight, or gai...
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Season 1
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Episode 151
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27:56