The Emma Guns Show

TJ Waterfall is a sports nutritionist specialising in plant-based nutrition who joins me on the podcast to talk about what a plant-based diet really looks like and what the many benefits are.The scientific evidence shows that a plant-based diet is one of the most effective ways to improve both long-term health and also support fitness goals and recovery. However, if you've heard anything about plant-based diets you've probably heard they are a fuss and nonsense that's more trouble than its worth. TJ joins me to share his experience, first-hand and working with elite sportspeople, of why that isn't the case.In this episode, TJ and I discuss:What the difference is between being vegan and being plant-based.How to discern what information is accurate and what might be marketing blurb.Why a plant-based diet doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on key nutrients.Why cutting meat out of your diet won’t mean you’re missing out on protein - or will struggle to find it elsewhere.The health benefits of eating a plant-based diet; both on cardiovascular health and overall risk of other chronic conditions.Why a plant-based diet can have such a positive effect on how you feel, and much more…TJ's book The Plant-Based Power Plan is available now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you in collaboration with Skin+Me.In a brand new episode of the podcast I’m joined by the expert team of consultant dermatologists from Skin+Me; Dr Malvina Cunningham, Dr Ben Esdaile and Dr Jason Thomson. If you’ve been following me for a while you’ll know I’ve seen a marked improvement in my own skin, dealing with the issues of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation since I started using the Skin+Me service. I’ve been so impressed, not just with my own results, but with how easy and efficient the service is. One of the most impressive qualities of Skin+Me is the expert team of dermatologists behind the brand, which is why I asked them if they’d join me in an episode to answer YOUR questions about all things skin and skincare.In this conversation, Malvina, Ben, Jason and I discuss:Who can benefit from seeing a dermatologist.Whether there are there any downsides to long-term retinol/tretinoin use.The topical ingredients that’ll make the skin look brighter.Their views on the skin-tightening and anti-ageing benefits of LED.How to know the difference between rosacea and general redness.How to tell dry skin from dehydrated skin.The topical ingredients that’ll support retinol in perimenopausal and menopausal skin.Why niacinamide doesn’t work for some people and what to use instead.Whether it’s really necessary to wash your face twice a day if you’re inside all day.What effect stress has on the skin.How to deal with maskne, and much more…Please note: this episode was recorded via video call as lockdown restrictions meant we couldn't record in-person so there may be inconsistencies with sound.Get your first month’s treatment with @skinandmehq FREE with the code ‘EMMAGUNS121’ - you just pay the £3.50 prescription charge. You can cancel your subscription at any time and you are not entering into an annual contract.To use the code visit: www.skinandme.comTERMS & CONDITIONSThis offer is open to new customers only and valid until 28th February 2021.To redeem this offer you must use the code EMMAGUNS121 and be:Over the age of 16Live in the UKHave at least one of the following skin concerns  Acne Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) Melasma Pigmentation related to sun damage Skin-ageing concerns including; fine lines and wrinkles Issues with skin texture and pore size Treatment is subject to dermatological assessment by the Skin + Me expert dermatology team who will decide upon your eligibility after you have completed an online consultation and submitted three photos of your skin. Currently, the brand can only treat skin concerns affecting the face and don’t currently treat rosacea, eczema, vitiligo or psoriasis. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other brand offer.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nadine Baggott joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.As you’d expect from Nadine, these habits are practical, honest and there is absolutely no sugar-coating whatsoever. To quote one of Nadine’s favourite films, ‘buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy night’. During our conversation @nadinebaggott reveals:The benefits of having pets and the rewards the act of loving and caring for them gives.The dangers of externalising your power.How to make lists, but lists with real purpose that create action.Why it’s important to find pleasure in small things.The dangers of being around miserable and/or narcissistic people and why @drramani youtube is a good source for sussing that out.Why getting outside is vital for physical, mental, and emotional health.How music can play a vital role in setting your mood and making you feel motivated.Why @beyonce Lemonade played a crucial role in helping Nadine navigate a challenging time in her own life.Why it’s so important to have hope and something to look forward to.The friends she has surrounded herself with and what they all have in common and why they are such a positive network of trusted connections, and much more...To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Gabija Toleikyte is a neuroscientist, behavioural coach and lecturer who joins me on the podcast to talk about the ways in which we can create lasting change, form helpful habits and have a better relationship with the people around us.In this episode, @supergcoaching and I discuss:How to form a habit.Why bad habits aren’t always ‘bad’. Why understanding how the brain works can help us act on our intentions to make good habits.The role the amygdala plays in ‘keeping us safe’ by steering us away from change - even if we want that change to happen.How perception bias affects how we interact with the world.The different leadership styles and how sometimes what might seem efficient will actually show you down.How to get yourself into a growth mindset.How to avoid procrastination by following a few key exercises.Her new book Why the Fck Can't I Change? and much more…To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bullet Points • Need a good night’s sleep?In this mid-week episode I share some tips for helping you get a better night’s sleep since it’s something, based on the DMs, messages and emails I’ve been receiving, that seems to be bothering a lot of people right now.I can relate, I’ve suffered with insomnia in the past and stress is often the thing that causes the most disruption to my ability to fall asleep, stay sleeping and sleep well.As we’re all under added stress right now it’s no surprise that for a lot of people sleep is becoming harder and harder.In the episode, I share the five strategies that have worked for me and that I recommend to try to get sleep back on track, even with the added stresses and strains:- Make a list of everything that’s on your mind before your head hits the pillow. The act of writing out any worries can compartmentalise them and minimise the stress attached to them.- If you’re working from home and are tempted to have a quick nap when you’d normally run out for your afternoon coffee then, well, don’t.- Create the perfect environment for sleep; a comfortable bed, the right kind of lighting, the right temperature - it all helps.- Create a sleep schedule - and stick to it.- Take a look and what you’re eating and when you’re eating it. A small tweak such as eating dinner an hour earlier could make all the difference when it comes to sleep quality.To find the full, unedited episode simply click the link in my bio or type ‘The Emma Guns Show’ into your preferred podcast platform.As ever, I’d love to know what you think whether that’s in the comments below, on DM or via email. I make this podcast for YOU and if there’s anything you’d like to hear on this subject, or any other, please feel free to let me know.#podcast #selfhelp #loneliness #lonely #health #mentalhealth #wellnessHey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Caldognetto, makeup artist and youtube sensation, joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.During our conversation @lisacaldognettomakeup reveals:The power in scent and fragrance for setting her mood.The importance of getting fresh air to stay invigorated.How a morning bath feels like the ultimate indulgence.How she uses Tarot in her daily life help her focus.Why connecting with friends, even virtually, something you should always have in the diary, and much more…Links from the episode:Astier de Villatte -Palais de Tokyo Incense Sticks Diptyque Baies Scented Candle Santa Maria Novella Pot Pourri Bag Neals Yard balance room spray The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck and GuidebookTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the podcast is Part Two of the Ask Me Anything episode I published back in November featuring your questions that have come in via the Facebook Group, Instagram and email.In this episode I answer:How do you permanently work from home so effectively and maintain mental health?How did you move from ‘weight loss’ mode into maintenance managing bingeing impulses?Can you talk about why you do intermittent fasting? How long have you been doing it and what benefits have you noticed?What are you looking forward to this year?Do people notice a difference in you since your breast reduction?Have you ever experienced any racism/bias in the industry and, if so, how did you deal with it?What is your favourite biscuit?What are your thoughts on microblading? Where to start on a fitness journey, please?How is your hair density coming along?Will you film a day in the life incorporating everything from supplements to exercise to what you eat and then maybe how you plan your day etc?I'm interested to know how your breast reduction has impacted your ability to exercise, or your enjoyment of it - if at all?What are your favourite features of your Apple Watch?Links from this episode includeBrain over Binge by Kathryn HansenNez Hasan for microblading.Philip Kingsley Video ConsultationApple Watch via Vitality Health InsuranceTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram..Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode for those times when you don't want to become zen, you just want to be distracted. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feel-Good Habits | Year in ReviewAs we begin 2021 I thought it might be helpful to take a look back at the habits my wonderful guests have shared in the #feelgoodhabits show and the ones that have come up time and again. Clearly, these are the habits that, anecdotally, deliver that feel-good feeling, so in this episode, I share some data and research that explains why.The most common #feelgoodhabits of 2020 include:Whether you want to call it exercise, fitness, working out or movement, there’s no denying how often guests cited getting the heart rate up every day. Daily movement is proven to, among other things, improve self-esteem, self-confidence, improve sleep quality and lower stress levels.Let’s call this one ‘connection’ - these are those bonds with friends and family. In addition to making up feel-good, these bonds are proven to promote better mental and physical wellbeing.The benefits of pausing and being grateful. Showing gratitude allows us to feel and enjoy positive emotions and relish the good things when they happen rather than letting preoccupation with stressors allow them to pass you by.Therapy and mindfulness. I’ve grouped these together even though they are quite different, but have been proven to bring about change at brain level for long-term mental health benefits.Having a laugh, in whatever form that may take for you. You can spontaneously laugh for a minute and feel how it affects you physically (try it, it’s bonkers, but it’s wonderful), dance like a loon to your favourite feel-good song or find a blooper reel on YouTube. Laughter has been shown to boost immune function, decrease stress-related hormones and increase our good cholesterol. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Rangan Chatterjee makes a welcome return to the podcast for a conversation about weight loss. While it’s that time of year when we’re bombarded with messaging about ‘new year, new you’ and so many prompts about going on a diet and starting a new fitness regime this episode definitely isn’t that.@drchatterjee shares his insights from nearly 20 years in GP practice and those appointments where his patients have said, ‘I just can’t seem to lose weight’. What Rangan observed is that so many people were only looking at diet and exercise when, in actual fact, there are more factors at play.Rangan supports his expertise from years in practice and scientific research with his signature approach, which is one of compassion. It’s this approach that has helped him guide patients towards their goals and now readers of his new book Feel Great, Lose Weight.In our conversation @drchatterjee and I discuss:The emotional relationship we have with our bodies, food and fitness.The controversial topic of ‘food addiction’.Why you can be trying your very best to be healthy and fall short for reasons that aren’t your fault.How to break down your health goals so they become enjoyable pursuits not another stick to beat yourself with.How to have a healthy relationship with your bathroom scales.Why how we talk to ourselves is a crucial part of our progress.How our emotional baggage and childhood experiences can influence our weight; and so much more....I am acutely aware that the subjects of weight and weight loss can be difficult ones to approach because the relationship we have with these issues tends to be an emotional one. For that reason, we are inclined to see, hear and react to discussion of these issues through that personal emotional filter. I don’t want to apologise for my content but I do want to explain; I hope it’s evident I have no intention, when creating any episode of the podcast, to upset, alienate, offend or shame. As much as I’m mindful of this and have wrestled with whether it’s appropriate to create content on weight loss or not, I’ve decided it’s important to have this conversation for the benefit of the person it may help rather than not create it for the person it may potentially offend.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.