The Doctor's Kitchen

How to eat for better mood, energy and brain health with Professor Tim Spector

21K views · 2d ago · 1:15:46

Guest: Professor Tim Spector

Every time you cook a meal, you could be shaping your mood, energy and how clearly you think, as well as supporting your long-term brain health. In this episode, we explore the links between diet, gut microbes, inflammation and brain health with Professor Tim Spector.

Topics: How to eat for better mood, energy and brain health · Could your food be making you tired? · How inflammation affects your mood · How your gut affects your brain · Can sugar affect your mood and focus? · Do blood sugar spikes matter?

My 10 anti-inflammatory habits to feel my best and age well

308K views · 1w ago · 14:32

Cook my anti-inflammatory recipes here If there’s one piece of advice I give friends and family most often, it’s to start building an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. It can support your energy and gut health, help manage some types of pain and look after your health as you get older.

Topics: How to lower inflammation naturally · Morning light · Daily movement · High-protein breakfast · Supplements · Polyphenol-rich drinks

4 food groups to lower inflammation and help you age well with Dr Jeffrey Bland

40K views · 2w ago · 1:20:12

Guest: Dr Jeffrey Bland

Every time you sit down to eat, you’re giving your body information. Compounds in your food act as signals that can influence your gut microbes, immune response and even how your genes are expressed. So what does that mean for your dinner?

Topics: How food influences your gene expression · Why your immune system matters for healthy ageing · The connection between immunity and brain health · Why food is more than calories and protein · Food group 1: Polyphenol-rich foods · Organic vs conventional vegetables

My easiest high-protein lunch for busy days (ready in 5 minutes)

831K views · 3w ago · 9:38

Grab my favourite lunch recipes These high-protein noodle jars are my answer to busy weeks! They’re quick to prep, easy to adapt to whatever’s in the fridge and packed with fibre and colourful plants. If you often hit an afternoon slump, try swapping your usual lunch for these and see how you feel. There’s plenty of protein and fibre to help keep you satisfied through the afternoon.

Topics: High-protein lunch meal prep for busy days · My five-part noodle jar formula · Spicy chicken noodle jars · How to layer noodle jars · High-fibre tofu noodle jars · Serving with broth

How to lower inflammation from morning to evening with Dr Jenna Macciochi

47K views · 1mo ago · 1:13:03

Guest: Dr Jenna Macciochi

One of my biggest tips for better health is to pay attention to inflammation. Long-term raised inflammation is linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and other chronic health problems. It may also show up day to day as low energy, gut problems, skin issues or unexplained aches and stiffness.

Topics: How to lower chronic inflammation · What is inflammation? · When does inflammation become harmful? · Inflammageing and healthy ageing · Diseases linked to chronic inflammation · Common causes of inflammation

The 11 longevity foods I eat every week to lower inflammation and stay healthy for longer

244K views · 1mo ago · 20:00

Get my longevity recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner If you want to live a long, healthy life, start with what’s on your plate every day! In this video, I’m sharing the 11 foods I prioritise every week to support gut and metabolic health, regulate inflammation and stay healthier for longer.

Topics: Can food help you live longer? · Beans and lentils · Dark leafy greens · Berries · Nuts and seeds · Extra virgin olive oil