What really happens when we experience touch? How does your nervous system take something as simple as pressure on your skin and turn it into safety, movement, or even emotion?

In this solo episode, Celest takes you on a fascinating journey through the science of touch. From the receptors in your skin to the speed of nerve fibres, the mapping of the spinal cord, and the emotional processing of the insula, she unpacks how your body translates sensation into meaning.

You’ll discover:

Why sensation is essential for safety and movement

The role of different receptors in the skin (pressure, vibration, stretch and more)

How your peripheral nerves send signals at lightning or slower speeds, each with a unique purpose

Why the parasympathetic system should really be called "repair and digest"

How touch links not just to the body, but also to emotion and social connection

This episode blends anatomy, neuroscience and practical insight to remind us just how magical and adaptable our nervous system really is.

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What if healing doesn’t have to be hard?

In Part 2 of this episode of Love at First Science, Hannah and Sarah Beth dive into the next chapter of her healing: navigating complex PTSD, discovering the power of ketamine therapy, and learning to live from self-compassion—not hustle.

We explore:

The science and personal impact of ketamine therapy for trauma

How yoga, breathwork and a “bare ass minimum” mindset help regulate her nervous system

Her unique approach to sequencing trauma healing through the arc of a yoga class

The deeper meaning behind her book Trauma Alchemy

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  You’ll leave this episode with practical insights and permission to do less, feel more and trust your body again.

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  About Sarah Beth

  Sarah Beth is a global yoga teacher reaching over 1.75 million practitioners through YouTube and the SarahBethYoga APP, where she helps people live their best lives through mindful movement and self-discovery. Known for her functional approach to mobility and sustainable sequencing, Sarah Beth brings authenticity to every practice – whether she's sharing her healing journey with CPTSD and childhood trauma (as explored in her book "Trauma Alchemy") or navigating life with ulcerative colitis. Students are drawn to her genuine nature, practical teaching style, and heartfelt messages of self-compassion and non-judgment, making yoga accessible and transformative for yogis of all levels.

  
  

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What happens when your childhood shapes your identity and your healing shapes your purpose?

In this deeply moving episode, global yoga teacher Sarah Beth shares how a lifelong journey with ulcerative colitis, emotional neglect, and generational trauma led her to yoga, and how that practice helped her reclaim safety, softness, and self-trust.

You’ll hear:

• How Sarah Beth discovered yoga as a teen and how her practice evolved through motherhood and trauma

• The raw truth about growing up with chronic illness and taking herself to court at age 12

• Why her journey with masculine and feminine energy is reshaping her entire life and business

• This episode is a powerful reminder that healing isn’t a straight line, and yoga isn’t just movement, it’s remembering who you are beneath the survival patterns.

  
  

  About Sarah Beth

  Sarah Beth is a global yoga teacher reaching over 1.75 million practitioners through YouTube and the SarahBethYoga APP, where she helps people live their best lives through mindful movement and self-discovery. Known for her functional approach to mobility and sustainable sequencing, Sarah Beth brings authenticity to every practice – whether she's sharing her healing journey with CPTSD and childhood trauma (as explored in her book "Trauma Alchemy") or navigating life with ulcerative colitis. Students are drawn to her genuine nature, practical teaching style, and heartfelt messages of self-compassion and non-judgment, making yoga accessible and transformative for yogis of all levels.

  
  

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In Part 2 of this powerful solo episode, Celest takes us deeper into the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system and why it matters so much for your health.

You’ll learn:

• How fluid flows between blood vessels, interstitial space and lymph

• The difference between hydrostatic and osmotic pressure

• The essential roles of lymph: transport, detox, immune defence and fluid regulation

• Why movement is non-negotiable for lymphatic flow (and what happens when we stop moving)

• A breakdown of key lymph node regions (including the ‘Big 6’)

• The critical drainage point at the collarbones and why 75% of lymph drains into the left side

• A personal story involving lymphatics, a mystery swelling and how simple self-care made a massive difference

• Celest wraps with a rallying call to include lymphatic care as part of any healing strategy alongside holistic support and nutrition.

  
  

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In this solo episode, Celest opens up about her personal journey through chronic skin issues, insomnia, anxiety, gut dysfunction and relentless fatigue. What she thought were separate health battles turned out to be connected by one overlooked system: the lymphatic system.

Celest shares:

• Her deeply personal story of struggling with chronic health symptoms

• The discovery of the MTHFR gene mutation and how it disrupted her detox pathways

• The underestimated role of the lymphatic system in clearing cellular waste, toxins, pathogens and inflammation

• Why supplements alone weren’t enough – and how supporting detox pathways made all the difference

• What happens when you start working with your lymphatics (and why you might feel worse before you feel better)

• A list of health conditions that require caution when stimulating lymph flow

• Why movement, breath and relaxation are key to supporting your body’s detox systems

• Whether you’re a yoga teacher, wellness practitioner or simply curious about the science behind healing, this episode sets the stage for why lymphatics deserve your attention.

  
  

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What if your gut bacteria could influence your stress levels, sleep quality and even hormone balance? Welcome to the science of the gut-brain connection.

In Part 2 of Hannah’s conversation with Dr Megan Rossi, things get personal, practical and deeply empowering. From the microbiome’s role in mental health to probiotics that actually work, they unpack the latest science—without the jargon.

Inside this episode:

• The truth about good vs bad gut bacteria

• Why personalisation is the future of nutrition (but we’re not quite there yet)

• What Smart Strains are and how they’re different from typical probiotics

• Gut-directed yoga and how movement supports digestion and mental clarity

• How your microbiome may influence oestrogen and hormone health

Plus, Megan shares surprising gut-friendly tips you can try today, like pairing white chocolate with carrots and explains how the gut responds to stress, breathing and even mindset.

If you’ve ever felt confused by wellness trends, this episode will bring clarity, backed by real science and grounded in compassion.

About Megan

Dr Megan Rossi (PhD, RD) founded The Gut Health Doctor in 2017 with a dream to empower everyone to take control of their health. As a scientist and practising clinician, she became frustrated that the ground-breaking research from her team and other colleagues around the world wasn’t reaching the public. Instead, dangerous myths and fads shared online were negatively impacting on the wellbeing of her patients.

In 2019, Megan founded ⁠The Gut Health Clinic⁠, leading a team of gut-specialist dietitians with virtual and face-to-face clinics in London and Manchester. She has also created the multi-award-winning gut health food brand ⁠Bio&Me⁠ to bridge the gap between science and the food industry. More recently, she founded⁠ SMART STRAINS®,⁠ a family of four clinically proven, condition-specific live bacteria products which challenges the current – and outdated – market offering using the right strain, at the right time, in the right way.

Our mission is to inspire and transform everyone’s gut health using the latest science.

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Is your gut trying to tell you something? It might be the key to your mood, energy and overall health, and it’s not about cutting things out.

In this episode, Hannah is joined by leading gut health researcher and dietitian, Dr Megan Rossi (aka The Gut Health Doctor), for a myth-busting deep dive into the microbiome. They unpack why gut health is not about going gluten-free, the real reason fibre is your best friend, and how plant diversity can radically change your well-being.

Dr Megan shares:

• Why the gut is the gateway to overall health

• The biggest myths about gut health (including green powders and daily probiotics)

• What really feeds your microbiome

• The ‘Super Six’ plant categories you should include daily

• How to build up your gut’s resilience (yes, even if beans make you bloat)

You’ll also hear the truth about microbiome tests, food intolerance kits, and whether your morning coffee is friend or foe. Packed with research and easy-to-apply tips, this is an empowering listen for anyone curious about eating and living well.

About Megan

Dr Megan Rossi (PhD, RD) founded The Gut Health Doctor in 2017 with a dream to empower everyone to take control of their health. As a scientist and practising clinician, she became frustrated that the ground-breaking research from her team and other colleagues around the world wasn’t reaching the public. Instead, dangerous myths and fads shared online were negatively impacting on the wellbeing of her patients.

In 2019, Megan founded The Gut Health Clinic, leading a team of gut-specialist dietitians with virtual and face-to-face clinics in London and Manchester. She has also created the multi-award-winning gut health food brand Bio&Me to bridge the gap between science and the food industry. More recently, she founded SMART STRAINS®, a family of four clinically proven, condition-specific live bacteria products which challenges the current – and outdated – market offering using the right strain, at the right time, in the right way.

Our mission is to inspire and transform everyone’s gut health using the latest science.

Follow Megan on Instagram here.

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