Join Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns as they celebrate five years of podcasting and share what they've learned along the way. Discover why low-carb diets aren't the only answer, how diet culture has kept women trapped in guilt and shame, and why being thin doesn't equal being healthy. Learn about the surprising role that trauma plays in weight gain and why the old "eat less, move more" advice sets people up to fail. If you've been struggling with weight loss or trying to understand what really works for your health, this episode will help you see through the marketing hype and give you a more balanced, realistic approach to becoming healthy on the inside. Plus, hear why these two doctors changed their minds about so many things and why that's actually a good sign. For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/what-have-we-learnt-in-5-years See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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280 ADHD, Perimenopause and Money Mindset with Denise Duffield Thomas
Dr Lucy Burns talks with money mindset expert Denise Duffield-Thomas about ADHD, perimenopause, and how women can change their relationship with money. Discover how ADHD often goes undiagnosed in women until perimenopause hits, why getting a diagnosis can be life-changing, and practical ways to stop self-sabotaging behaviours around money. Learn why women's work is often undervalued, how to break free from guilt about charging what you're worth, and why it's okay to use medication, technology, and help instead of trying to do everything the hard way. This conversation will help you recognise the stories holding you back and give you permission to stop making life harder than it needs to be. Find her at...Website: www.denisedt.com Instagram: @denisedt Facebook: @denisedt For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/adhd-perimenopause-and-money-mindset See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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279 Should Women Fast?
Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns cut through the confusion around fasting, protein, and what really works for women. You'll learn how to balance intermittent fasting with your protein needs, why you shouldn't worry about hitting protein targets on fasting days but must prioritise them on eating days, and discover common fasting mistakes like going "too fast and furious" before your body is ready. The doctors explain how to build up your fasting practice gradually, what to drink during a fast, when fasting might not suit you (including during different phases of your menstrual cycle), and why more fasting isn't always better. If you've been told that women shouldn't fast or you're confused about how to make fasting work with your goals, this episode gives you practical, flexible strategies you can actually use. Website links: For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/should-women-fast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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278 How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
Wondering how much protein you really need each day? In this episode, Dr Lucy Burns and Dr Mary Barson clear up the confusion around protein intake and explain why hitting your protein target matters for your health. You'll learn a simple rule of thumb for calculating your daily protein needs, discover why protein is essential for controlling hunger, managing blood sugar, and preventing muscle loss as you age. The doctors share practical tips for getting 30 grams of protein at each meal using everyday foods like eggs, meat, fish, and dairy, plus their honest take on whether protein powders are worth your money. If you're struggling to feel satisfied after meals or want to boost your metabolic health, this episode gives you straightforward, no-nonsense advice you can put into practice straight away. Website links: For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/how-much-protein-do-you-really-need See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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277 The Common Diet Trap You Might Be Falling Into
This episode tackles a sneaky trap that keeps many people stuck in the dieting cycle: all-or-nothing perfectionism. Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns explain why waiting for the perfect time to start or expecting yourself to be perfect is sabotaging your health goals. Listeners will learn how to break free from the mindset that says you're either doing it perfectly or you're a failure, discover why small slips don't have to derail your progress, and get practical tools for managing cravings and emotional eating without punishment or restriction. The doctors share their personal struggles with perfectionism and reveal how self-compassion and learning from mistakes—not perfection—are the real keys to lasting health changes. For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/ Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/the-common-diet-trap-you-might-be-falling-into See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast where you get Real advice from Real Doctors to help you lose weight and revolutionise your health not just now but permanently. You can change your future, starting now.
Imagine if everything you had been told about weight loss was wrong.
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