Join two doctors on a mission to make health advice clearer, calmer and genuinely useful. In the GoodHealth by Good Food podcast, former A&E doctor turned mental health campaigner Dr Alex Georgeteams up with NHS GP with an interest in nutrition Dr Chintal Patel to answer the questions we all have about everyday health. Across the series, they unpack the big topics that dominate modern wellbeing. From whether all ultra-processed foods are really bad, to why sleep matters more than you think. They explore gut health, brain health and mood, tackle supplements and menopause, and explain what actually works when it comes to healthy weight loss. Blending medical expertise with practical, real-life advice, Alex and Chintal cut through the noise to help you feel better informed about your body, your mind and the choices you make every day.
What this show covers
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What listeners will find here
A clear, practical guide to menopause, symptoms, support, and HRT
Menopause is the focus here, with Dr. Alex George and GP Dr. Chintal Patel explaining what it is, when it can begin, and how to recognise the signs. The episode also covers when to seek help, what to expect from your GP, HRT, and lifestyle changes that may support symptom management.
A more realistic guide to mood, low days, and when to get support
Mood is the focus here, with Dr. Alex George and Dr. Chintal Patel exploring what shapes it and why it matters for overall health. They challenge common myths about positivity and happiness, look at what may help when you're feeling low, and explain when it’s worth speaking to your GP.
Gut health without the hype: what actually helps and what doesn’t
Gut health is the focus here, with Dr. Alex George and GP Dr. Chintal Patel unpacking what the gut microbiome does and which popular claims hold up. The episode tackles common myths, answers practical listener questions, and keeps the advice realistic rather than restrictive.
A practical look at sustainable weight loss, minus the fad-diet noise
Weight loss is the focus here, with Dr. Alex George and Dr. Chintal Patel sorting through myths, fad diets, calorie counting, and GLP-1 injections. The episode centers on what’s healthiest and most sustainable, with an emphasis on habits, muscle, protein, and long-term health over quick fixes.
Brain health beyond buzzwords: sleep, memory, movement, and what really helps
Brain health is the focus here, with Dr. Alex George and GP Dr. Chintal Patel unpacking what genuinely supports how you think, feel, sleep, and cope. They tackle myths around supplements, brain-training apps, memory loss, and neuroplasticity, while offering practical habits you can use daily.
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