Vitamin B3, or niacin, has well established links to supporting your energy levels. But it also plays a fascinating role in the health of your skin. To explore the role of vitamin B3 in more depth, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about this interesting vitamin, the foods you can find it in, and who may be most prone to being deficient. Find out more by listening to the Natural Health Simplified Podcast ‘Getting under your skin with vitamin B3’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Often described as being the window to the soul, the eyes are one of the most important and complex organs in the body. They play a crucial role in helping us judge distance, depth, speed and danger, and in a unique relationship with the brain help us to identify and understand the world around us. To understand the key structures of the eye, as well as the nutrients that can help us maintain eye health, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta. Find out more about the role of some well-known, and some less common, nutrients, and how they can help us to support the health of these precious organs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having been the subject of numerous international studies, the Mediterranean Diet has become synonymous with healthy living. To unpack the elements of the Mediterranean Diet and some of the research that supports its use, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about the key elements of the diet. Find out more about the foods that can help you lead a healthier life and how you can incorporate them into your life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With research suggesting that, globally, running has grown significantly over the past 10 years, we discuss the importance of supporting our muscles and energy needs in order to enjoy this popular form of exercise. To explore some options that may help, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about the role of three key ingredients, as well as some general handy hints and tips for runners. Find out how you can support your passion for running, or any sporting activity by listening to the Natural Health Simplified Podcast ‘Keep on running.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With over 2 billion cups of coffee consumed globally every single day, it’s worth investigating the potential health impacts of this increasingly popular beverage. To explore the fascinating subject of coffee in more depth, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about how the way we prepare our coffee can have a varying range of effects on our health. Grab a cup and take a listen now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The feeling of being ‘stressed out’ is one that many people are familiar with. Juggling busy work lives with equally demanding routines at home, and in our private lives, means stress is increasingly becoming a part of our normal lives. The need to help us manage this stress has therefore, never been as topical. To explore the role of the herb Ashwagandha in helping us adapt to stress in more depth, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about this fascinating herb. Find out more about its adaptogenic properties, and its connection to cortisol – also known as the stress hormone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whilst severe zinc deficiency is rarely seen in Australia, inadequate intake is not uncommon in industrialised countries, with the most significant risk seen in vegetarians. Join Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun and Bobby Mehta as they discuss the importance of zinc in supporting a healthy body and learn about some exciting new insights into zinc's potential role.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent studies have shone a light on some interesting potential links between vitamin D and health conditions such as clinical depression, diabetes, and the health of the human gut. To explore vitamin D in more depth, Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun speaks to podcast host Bobby Mehta about the latest insights into vitamin D and highlights factors that can lead to suboptimal levels of this increasingly important nutrient.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

B vitamins have a range of well established benefits when it comes to leading a healthy life. While many people know of their role in energy production, some of their effects on the nervous system, are less widely known. Join Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun, and Bobby Mehta as they unpack some of the latest research and explore some fascinating facts about B vitamins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the years, various factors have been shown to impact longevity positively. 'Blue Zones', where people tend to live healthier and longer lives, have been identified in various locations worldwide. Join Blackmores Institute Director and author Lesley Braun and Bobby Mehta as they discuss the experiences of people living in Okinawa, Japan, and take a look at some amazing new research looking at the impact of green spaces on all-cause mortality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.