In my kitchen this week, I’m joined by Kate Moyle, an accredited psycho-sexual therapist, relationship expert, and author who specialises in helping individuals and couples navigate intimacy, desire, and connection. Kate is also known for her work in breaking down taboos around sex and relationships, making conversations about intimacy more open, informed, and accessible.

In this episode, we explore why sex is such an important part of our overall wellbeing and why, despite this, many of us are having less sex than previous generations.

We dive into some of the key reasons behind this shift, including the impact of modern distractions, the pressure of comparison, and the feeling that we simply don’t have enough time. Together, we unpack how these factors are shaping our relationships and our connection to intimacy.

Kate shares practical, thoughtful advice on how we can begin to change our sex lives, starting with better communication, more honest conversations with our partners, and a deeper understanding of our own needs through education.

This is an open, insightful conversation designed to help you feel more connected, informed, and empowered when it comes to your sexual wellbeing and also a reminder to prioritise your sex lives alongside all the other areas of our wellbeing

Topics we discussed:

• Sex as part of wellness
• We are having less sex now than ever before - why is this?
• How is the modern world having an impact on our sex lives
• Swapping performing with connection
• How comparison, confidence and insecurities are impacting our relationships with our partner
• Is there such a thing as being sexually incompatible or can incompatibilities be worked through
• How to increase labido and your desire to have sex
• The impact distraction is having on our sex lives
• How to have a conversation with your partner about your sex life
• How films are impacting our views on what normal is

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This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In My Kitchen this week I am joined by Professor Tim Spector.

Tim Spector is a leading expert in epidemiology at King’s College London and the co-founder of ZOE, a pioneering nutrition science company focused on advancing our understanding of gut health. He is also a highly regarded author, known for bestselling books including The Diet Myth, Spoon-Fed, Food for Life, Food for Life Cookbook, and Ferment. Recognised for his significant contributions to science, including his work during the Covid-19 pandemic for which he was awarded an OBE, Tim is widely considered one of the foremost authorities in his field. A trailblazer in microbiome research, he is also ranked among the top 100 most-cited scientists globally.

I was honoured to be joined by Tim and in this episode, Tim and I break down his eight key principles for eating well and living a healthier life, sharing practical insights grounded in the latest scientific research.

Beyond the fundamentals of nutrition, we also explored some of social media’s most talked-about trends, from seed oils and ultra-processed foods to sardines, veganism, and the carnivore diet, cutting through the noise to uncover what the science really says.

Finally, we delved into a topic that is incredibly personal to me: the connection between food and cancer, and how the choices we make every day can support longevity and long-term health.

Topics we discuss:

• We live in a world of too much information and too much mis-information, how do we know what to believe anymore
• Why are we all still making the wrong choices
• Too much information can cause stress and unhealthy relationships around food
• Tim's journey to researching the Gut Micrbiome
• The 8 Principles to eating well
• The link between food and cancer
• Coffee being a healthy addition to our diet
• The truth about UPF
• Seed oils
• The benefits of extra virgin olive oil
• The vegan diet
• The carnivore diet
• What success looks like to Tim in his career

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This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Melanie Lawson, founder of Bare Biology, a British supplement brand known for its high-quality omega-3 fish oils and marine-based supplements.

Melanie launched Bare Biology after struggling to find a fish oil she trusted while navigating postnatal depression and OCD. Frustrated by the lack of transparency around sourcing, purity and potency in the supplement industry, she set out to create the kind of product she wished existed, as at that time she was sourcing hers from the states. Melanie wanted one that prioritised sustainably sourced ingredients, high therapeutic levels of omega-3, and rigorous third-party testing. What began as a personal mission has grown into a respected UK wellness brand with a loyal following among nutritional therapists and health practitioners.

In this episode, Melanie shares the story behind creating Bare Biology, we focus in particular on fish oils, why omega-3 fatty acids are so important for overall health, and why the quality, purity and source of the fish used can make such a difference when it comes to choosing a supplement.

Melanie explains what to look for on labels, why potency matters, and how sustainably sourced oils can provide higher levels of beneficial EPA and DHA.

Beyond fish oils, we also discuss the supplements Melanie believes can be most beneficial alongside a healthy diet, including vitamin D and magnesium, and what she considers to be the core foundations when it comes to supporting your body nutritionally.

Finally, Melanie speaks openly about her own health journey, from living with OCD for much of her life to her more recent ADHD diagnosis and how she has built and run a successful business while navigating these challenges.

It’s an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, entrepreneurship and the importance of supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.

Topics we discuss:

• Mel's story to starting Bare Biology
• Growing organically in a fast paced indsutry
• How to assess the quality of the supplements your taking
• The importance of a high quality fish oil
• The staple supplements most people should take
• Mel's biggest bug bare in the supplement industry
• The power of Vitamin D
• The power of Creatine
• Living with ADHD

Getting your diet right and what that means

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This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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