This season I have had the most amazing and insightful guest on this show. They've shared such valuable insights and information that I know will improve your health and better your lifespan. For the final episode of Health Hacktivators for this year I've put together the best bits from this season discussing biohacking practices, supplementation, personalised healthcare, sleep importance, and cardiovascular assessment tools.   Ed Van Harmelen from EP 39 at 04:23 discussing biohacking practices being normal lifestyle habits in other parts of the world. https://youtu.be/RuYsz3mTd98   Dr Jay Shah from EP 37 at 11:07 talking about personalised healthcare and treating each person individually. https://youtu.be/idkkTtR00KA   Adrian Hayes from EP 29 at 17:52 on the importance of sleep and how disrupted sleep can impact health. https://youtu.be/878R0dMsttQ   Derrick Evans from EP 3 at 21:49 regarding how factors like sleep surface significantly impact health. https://youtu.be/aG_yHkcxS9A Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/     Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Are you ready to rethink how you view ageing? During this fascinating conversation with Carl Honore, Dr. Alka Patel uncovers the profound impact that language and societal expectations have on how we experience getting older.   Learn how to overcome ageism by embracing every age and designing a life full of variety and meaning. Carl shares his insights on cultivating vitality through creativity, relationships and slowing down to reflect. He also reveals details of his upcoming retreat in Tuscany, the perfect opportunity to contemplate your next chapter. Discover how optimising your approach to life's later stages can lead to a richer, more joyful experience.   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Are you ready to optimise your organisation's health and well-being - and boost productivity?   Dr. Alka Patel reveals how implementing lifestyle strategies and biohacking practices can help you create a strategic self-care approach tailored for your unique workforce. Discover how integrating interventions for sleep, movement, nutrition and mindfulness seamlessly into the workday can result in a collaborative, high-performing team. Tune in to learn Dr. Patel's insights on bringing compassion, connection and customization to your wellness strategy for a healthier, happier and more productive organisation.   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

In this episode of Health Hacktivators Dr. Alka Patel speaks to Steven Rawlingson, CEO of Samuel Knight International.   They discuss how Steven made a drastic lifestyle change after being warned by his doctor that his unhealthy habits would lead to serious health issues if not addressed. Steven shares how he lost over 5 stone by changing his diet, exercising regularly, and removing toxic influences from his life. This transformation positively impacted not only his health but also his business and relationships.   In this episode you’ll hear about: Steven's lifestyle before making changes The doctor's warning that prompted his change The steps he took to improve his health Advice for others looking to make lifestyle changes   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Today I discuss how to use your adrenaline. I go over how adrenaline is created, the experiences which trigger an adrenaline rush, and whether adrenaline is good for you.   I also go over the physical and mental effects adrenaline can have on your body, and how these traits evolved in humans.   It is worth noting that overuse of adrenaline can lead to serious health risks, but in moderation there are many benefits you can experience.     Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Shelley Jory-Leigh is a world record powerboat champion and sports presenter and national speed record breaker. Shelley discusses how she got into powerboat racing almost 30 years ago and worked her way up from smaller boats to compete internationally.   Shelley also works as a presenter for Sky Sports, CBS America and hosts her own radio show on BBC radio. Despite facing challenges as a woman in a male-dominated sport, she became the first female to win several major races. Shelley also shares about a serious accident she had in 2010 and how it impacted her mentally and physically, though she continued racing for several more years. We focus on the adrenaline and thrill that Shelley gets from powerboat racing and how she has struggled to replace that rush since retiring from competition.   In this episode you’ll hear about: How Shelley got into powerboating What drove Shelley to constantly push herself to win How Shelley balanced her racing career with running a business What Shelley does now to care for her mental and physical health The advice Shelley has for women suppressing their passions   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Why is it so hard to lose weight? In my practice I’ve found that there are five common hidden obstacles to weight loss.   I explain how inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, and psychological factors can all negatively impact your weight loss efforts.   You need to take a holistic, personalised approach to address the complex interplay between metabolic, nutritional, and lifestyle factors in order to overcome weight loss resistance and achieve sustainable results.   In this episode you’ll hear about: How chronic inflammation can disrupt metabolic processes and hormone regulation related to appetite What is stopping your body from efficiently converting nutrients into energy Why food sensitivities may impact weight loss efforts  Psychological factors like emotional eating and stress may influence behaviours and food choices in a way that impacts weight loss   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Today I speak to Mikyla Dodd about her weight loss journey and struggles with weight over the years.   Mikyla discusses her experience losing a significant amount of weight in her early 20s and how she was treated differently by others. Mikyla also talks about the challenges of maintaining a healthy weight while being a mother of two, and trying to educate her children about making good choices around food and nutrition.   In this episode you'll hear about: Mikyla's weight loss journey from over 25 stone to around 16 stone The emotional reasons behind her struggles with weight Her current weight and health goals The challenges of balancing family life and her own self-care Her hopes for future acting roles   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Discover the secret language holding you back from true health and happiness. Today I dive into how the subtle words we use to describe eating can be silently sabotaging our health, happiness and relationships.   I discuss the hidden ways "diet culture" has seeped into our daily conversations and how a few simple swaps to your food vocabulary could transform your enjoyment, satisfaction and connection with meals forever. You'll walk away armed with the language hacks to finally feel in control around everything you nourish your body with.   It's time to reclaim your right to truly savour every bite without guilt or judgement. Listen now to learn the secrets holding you back and how to start enjoying food as it was meant to be - as fuel, function and fun. Your health, happiness and relationships depend on it!   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.

Today I speak to Kelly Mathieson, a talented actress and singer best known for her role as Christine Daae in Phantom of the Opera.   We discussed how Kelly's career in the performing arts impacted her relationship with food and body image.   Kelly shares her personal struggles with disordered eating and the pressures she faced in her industry to look a certain way. She also talks about seeking help and being in a better place now, while acknowledging it's an ongoing journey.   I also provide some context and advice for anyone struggling with similar issues.   In this episode you’ll hear about: How Kelly's career in the performing arts impacted her relationship with food The pressures Kelly faced in her industry Who Kelly sought help from during her most difficult periods How Kelly now approaches exercise and the benefits of this new approach   Use code ALKAPATEL at https://youthandearth.com/ for an exclusive discount!   For more information about this episode head to https://dralkapatel.com/podcast-health-hacktivators/   To read the blogs that accompany the show and for even more focused health hacks, head to https://dralkapatel.com/blog/   Do you know your LQ? Find out how high your lifestyle ranks. Take the LQ test to find out your score here: https://dralkapatel.com/lq-test/   Discover A Hidden Health-Hacking Code That Unlocks Your Phenomenal Potential for an Outstanding Healthspan, Lifespan and Wealthspan. Find out what most other Doctors don’t tell you, with cutting-edge health-hacktivating advice from Lifestyle Medicine Doctor, GP and Longevity Expert Dr Alka Patel. Featuring candid conversations with celebrities, influencers and industry icons, hear the real-life stories of what it takes to be healthy, wealthy, and wise in today’s world. It’s time to join the Strategic Self-Care Revolution and experience the profound effect this will have on your personal and professional success. Take back control and get ready to live longer, younger, and stronger.