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Health Up
Hosted by Anthony Hartcher · EN
Our mission is to enhance and enlighten the well-being of others... welcome to 'health up' - our podcast channel hosted by Anthony Hartcher. We provide relevant, real world health guidance that you can apply in your daily life.
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6 Years & 325+ Episodes: The Health Lessons That Transformed My Life | Nutrition, Fasting, Cholesterol & Healing Modalities
3d ago00:24:05Tap to summarizeSix years ago, Anthony Hartcher launched Me and My Health Up during COVID lockdown with no podcasting experience, no audience, and a lifelong fear of using his own voice. Today, 325+ episodes later, he sits down to reflect on the health insights, mindset shifts, and healing discoveries that have genuinely transformed his health — and his life.In this honest and heartfelt milestone episode, Anthony shares the most impactful lessons from hundreds of conversations with world-class health experts, including:🥩 Why he transitioned away from excessive plant-based eating after discovering he was chronically protein deficient⏱️ How intermittent fasting and occasional 24-hour fasts improved his fat adaptation and training performance — not hindered it🫒 What Udo Erasmus taught him about seed oils — and why heating olive oil may be doing more harm than good🧠 The truth about cholesterol — why it's essential for hormone production, brain health, and preventing cognitive decline🍬 What he learned from Chris Mearns about fructose metabolism and how isolated fructose in processed foods may be quietly driving poor health outcomes💡 How light therapy, sound healing, art therapy, and movement-based practices expanded his understanding of what healing really means🔄 Why unlearning is just as powerful as learning — and how letting go of attachment to being "right" has been one of his greatest personal growth lessons🎙️ And the deeply personal story of finding his voice — after decades of silence, self-doubt, and a childhood fear that held him back from speaking upThis episode is a celebration of the journey — and an invitation for every listener to keep asking questions, stay open to new science, and continue to Health Up.🎙️ Hosted by Anthony HartcherClinical Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine SpecialistFounder, Joyful Mate Wellness📲 CONNECT & TAKE THE NEXT STEP:If today's episode resonated with you, here's how to keep the momentum going:✅ Subscribe to Me and My Health Up so you never miss a weekly episode⭐ Leave a review — it takes 60 seconds and helps more people find the show📩 Share this episode with someone who needs a health reset or a reminder that it's never too late to learn something new💬 Got feedback or a topic you'd love covered? Reach out — Anthony genuinely wants to hear from youBecause the best way to honour 325 episodes is to keep showing up — together.Continue to Health Up. 🙌
Transcribe →The Hidden Danger of Fructose: How Sugar Destroys Your Energy, Drives Cravings & Fuels Chronic Disease — with Chris Mearns
1w ago00:42:47Tap to summarizeWhy is cutting sugar so hard — even when you know it's harming you? The answer may lie deeper than willpower.In this episode of the Me and My Health Up Podcast, researcher and entrepreneur Chris Mearns joins host Anthony Hartcher to reveal how fructose — not just as a dietary sugar but as a biological signalling molecule — programs your cells into a low-energy, craving-driven, fat-storing state.Chris explains the science behind the fructose model of metabolic dysfunction: how fructose degrades your mitochondrial energy (ATP), why your body manufactures fructose from glucose, alcohol, salt, and even poor sleep, and how this single enzyme (fructokinase) sits at the centre of modern chronic disease — from obesity and fatty liver to brain fog, insulin resistance, and Alzheimer's disease.You'll also hear about luteolin, a plant flavonoid that targets fructokinase, and how liposomal supplementation is making it viable as a real-world metabolic support tool through Chris's product, Sugar Shield.Topics covered:→ Fructose as a metabolic regulator, not just a calorie→ How fructose destroys ATP and suppresses mitochondria→ The evolutionary logic of the conservation signal→ The polyol pathway: how glucose, alcohol & salt trigger fructose→ Food noise, hunger loops & the biology of sugar addiction→ Fructokinase — the linchpin enzyme of metabolic disease→ Luteolin, liposomes & the Sugar Shield supplement→ Practical steps to reduce fructose load and restore energyConnect with Chris Mearns:🌐 Website & Sugar Shield: LIV3health.com▶️ YouTube: Search "The Fructose Model" on YouTube📩 Contact via his website for inquiries or research discussionsMe and My Health Up Podcast is hosted by Anthony Hartcher — science educator, wellbeing coach, and founder of Joyful Mate.
Transcribe →Mastering High Performance: Mindset, Breathwork & Habits to Perform Under Pressure | Aoife Leggett
2w ago00:36:22Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to stay calm, focused, and perform at your best—especially under pressure?In this episode of Me & My Health Up, Anthony Hartcher sits down with performance coach Aoife Leggett to explore how mindset, breathwork, and simple daily habits can transform your performance in sport, business, and life.After a life-changing injury, Aoife shifted from working with horses to coaching high performers—helping them overcome stress, self-doubt, and inconsistency.🎯 In this episode:How to perform under pressure and stay presentA simple breathwork technique to calm your nervous systemWhy sleep and nutrition are critical for performanceHow to identify and break limiting beliefsTurning negative self-talk into a powerful inner coachBuilding sustainable habits that actually stickThis conversation is practical, grounded, and packed with tools you can start using immediately.Whether you’re an athlete, business leader, or simply looking to improve your health and performance—this episode will give you a clear path forward.Want to continue the conversation with Aoife? You can find her most active on Instagram at @aoifeleggettcoach, where she regularly shares practical tips on performance, mindset, and living well. She loves hearing from listeners, so feel free to DM her or ask questions on her posts. You can also explore her holistic coaching practice at 360coaching.ie, reach her by email at aoife@360coaching.ie, or connect with her on LinkedIn. Whether you're in Dublin or Down Under, Aoife is always happy to chat with people from all over the world!
Transcribe →Perimenopause Burnout: Hormones, Sleep, Nutrition & How to Feel Like Yourself Again (with Joelene Edwards)
3w ago00:35:27Tap to summarizeFeeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or not like yourself anymore?It might not just be burnout — it could be perimenopause.In this episode, health coach Joelene Edwards shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with perimenopause at 37 and how it impacted her energy, mood, sleep, and ability to cope with daily life.We dive into:The hidden connection between burnout and hormone imbalanceEarly signs of perimenopause most women ignoreHow hormones affect stress, sleep, and emotional resilienceNutrition strategies to support hormone health (protein, fats & fibre)Exercise changes that reduce stress instead of adding to itPractical sleep habits for better recovery and energyRebuilding confidence and feeling good in your body againThis episode is a must-listen for women navigating:✔️ Fatigue and overwhelm✔️ Hormonal changes in their 30s & 40s✔️ Stress, sleep issues, and emotional burnout✔️ Identity and body changesIf you’ve been asking yourself,“Why can’t I cope like I used to?” — this conversation will give you answers and practical next steps.🎧 Tune in now and start feeling like yourself again.🔗 Connect with Joelene Edwards:🌐 Website: https://coachjoelene.com📞 Book a free clarity call via her website
Transcribe →Fake It Till You Make It: Money Mindset, Financial Anxiety & Finding True Wealth | Natalie Saar
Jun 1500:41:57Tap to summarizeWhat does “fake it till you make it” really mean—and can it actually improve your financial wellbeing and mindset?In this episode, Anthony Hartcher is joined by author Natalie Saar to explore the psychology behind money, stress, and fulfilment. From navigating financial hardship and anxiety to discovering the power of mindfulness, minimalism, and “money scripts,” this conversation unpacks how to feel more in control—even when life feels uncertain.Natalie shares practical tools to help you shift your mindset, reduce financial stress, and start living with a sense of abundance—without needing more money first.🔑 In this episode:What “fake it till you make it” really meansHow to reduce financial anxiety and stressThe hidden beliefs (money scripts) shaping your lifeWhy more money doesn’t equal more happinessThe role of minimalism in creating fulfilmentHow to build a wealth mindset starting todaySimple practices to feel calmer, more confident, and grounded💡 Key takeaway:True wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about time, mindset, and the meaning you create in your life.🎙️ If you’re looking to feel more confident, less stressed, and more fulfilled—this episode is for you.
Transcribe →Healing Chronic Pain: Michele Roys on Trauma, Faith, Acceptance & Reclaiming Life
Jun 800:36:44Tap to summarizeMichele Roys joins Anthony to share her extraordinary journey through trigeminal neuralgia, fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease, and the emotional weight of childhood trauma. In this deeply moving conversation, Michele reveals how chronic pain forced her to stop, listen, and rebuild her life from the inside out.She opens up about• hitting rock bottom and choosing life• healing trauma through journaling, therapy, and inner‑child work• finding faith and spiritual strength in her darkest moments• reframing pain through gratitude and acceptance• rebuilding identity after losing her career and old self• the power of boundaries, community, and reconnecting with joy• how dancing, mindfulness, and anti‑inflammatory living support her healingThis episode is for anyone living with chronic pain, invisible illness, trauma, or the feeling of being broken and needing to start again. Michele’s story is a reminder that healing is possible—one small step at a time.Click here to connect with Michele Roys!
Transcribe →Reclaiming Health After 40: Ancient Wisdom & Modern Chiropractic with Dr Kyle
Jun 100:39:35Tap to summarizeDiscover the true meaning of health and why life genuinely begins after 40. In this powerful conversation, chiropractor, storyteller and third‑generation healer Dr Kyle Hulsebus unpacks the ancient origins of the word health, the philosophy behind chiropractic care, and why so many people transform their wellbeing in their 40s and beyond.Dr Kyle shares his “40 Over 40” framework — 40 simple, practical, whole‑being habits designed to help you reconnect with purpose, vitality and wholeness. From breathing and movement to curiosity, culture, laughter and self‑reflection, this episode is a masterclass in living well.“Health literally means a state of wholeness in which all the organs of the body function together at 100%.”“Life really does begin at 40. Everything leading up to that is just practice.”In this episode: • The ancient Old English and Latin roots of the word health • Why health is about wholeness, not disease• The power of storytelling in healing• Why most people seek true wellness between ages 40–55• The philosophy behind the “40 Over 40” program• Outlier habits that transform wellbeing (dance, people‑watching, spontaneous laughter, and more)Perfect for anyone wanting to feel whole, grounded and empowered in their health journey — especially if you're 40+.
Transcribe →The Environment–Gut Connection
May 2500:17:48Tap to summarizeClinical nutritionist Anthony Hartcher reveals the most overlooked factor in gut health: our environment.Drawing from the episode’s insights — “Part of our bacteria… comes from us interacting with the environment” — Anthony explains why modern indoor living, artificial light, and sanitised lifestyles are disrupting digestion, immunity, and hormonal balance.You’ll learn:• Why kids and adults need more outdoor time • How light exposure resets digestion and hormones• Why macronutrients matter more than supplements• The dangers of “one‑size‑fits‑all” probiotics• Seasonal eating, fasting timing, and ancestral food patterns• Practical steps to reduce bloating, IBS, and dysbiosisPerfect for anyone wanting simple, science‑based lifestyle strategies to improve gut health naturally.Link to Wonder Voice Podcast
Transcribe →The Wisdom Shift: Unlocking the Hidden Power of Menopause with Brenda Rogers
May 1800:46:55Tap to summarizeWhat if everything you’ve been told about menopause… is incomplete? What if the weight gain, mood swings, and hormonal chaos aren’t problems to fix—but signals guiding you toward your most powerful, grounded, and authentic self? Menopause isn’t the end of vitality—it’s the beginning of wisdom. In this deeply insightful and empowering episode, naturopath and author Brenda Rogers reframes menopause as a natural, transformative stage of life rather than a condition to “fix.” Drawing from decades of experience in holistic health, she explores how hormonal shifts, emotional patterns, and societal expectations intersect during midlife—and how women can navigate them with clarity and compassion. You’ll discover why traditional approaches to weight management often fail during menopause, and how healing your relationship with food, body, and self is the true foundation for lasting wellness. Brenda shares practical insights into nourishing your body with whole, natural foods, regulating stress and hormones, and embracing a new rhythm of living that aligns with your changing physiology. But this conversation goes beyond the physical. It dives into the emotional and spiritual awakening that often accompanies menopause—inviting women to step into a phase of deeper self-awareness, inner authority, and purpose. Whether you're approaching menopause, in the midst of it, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a refreshing, holistic perspective that honors the intelligence of the body and the wisdom of life’s transitions. About Brenda Rogers Brenda Rogers is a naturopath, educator, and author specializing in holistic women’s health, with a particular focus on menopause and midlife transformation. With decades of experience, she integrates mind, body, and spirit to help women move beyond symptom management and into true healing and self-acceptance. Her approach challenges conventional narratives by emphasizing that menopause is not a disease—but a profound life transition filled with opportunity for growth, clarity, and empowerment. Through her work, Brenda guides women to reconnect with their inner wisdom, heal their relationship with food and body, and embrace aging as a path to strength and purpose. Her upcoming book (releasing May 2026) explores the deeper meaning of menopause and how women can step fully into their “wild and wise” years with confidence and grace. Connect with Brenda Rogers Ready to explore more of Brenda’s work and wisdom? 🌿 Follow her teachings on holistic health, menopause, and natural living 📘 Watch for her upcoming book release (May 2026) on platforms like Amazon 💬 Engage with her community to learn practical tools for midlife wellness 🌱 Dive deeper into naturopathic insights on nutrition, emotional healing, and spiritual growth Stay connected and continue the journey toward a more empowered, balanced, and meaningful midlife experience.
Transcribe →Eating with Intention: Sydney Whited on Nutrition, Fitness, and Holistic Health
May 1100:33:15Tap to summarizeSydney Whited grew up in Santa Barbara surrounded by wellness culture but raised on fast food and takeout. That contrast sparked her lifelong curiosity about nutrition and health. Now a Boston University student researching eating disorders and LGBTQIA+ health, Sydney brings both personal experience and academic insight to the conversation.In this episode, she shares how running taught her to fuel for performance and recovery, why protein and fiber are non-negotiables, and how mindful eating transformed her relationship with food. Sydney critiques the one-size-fits-all approach of most diets, highlighting the importance of individualized health goals, inclusivity in research, and the power of slowing down at the table.Listeners will walk away with practical wisdom: balance over restriction, presence over distraction, and small consistent changes that lead to lasting transformation.🌟 About Sydney Whited Sydney is a nutrition and health student at Boston University, passionate about bridging science and lived experience. Her research focuses on eating disorders and LGBTQIA+ health, aiming to make wellness more inclusive and accessible.🔗 Connect with Sydney WhitedInstagram: @sydneywhitedLinkedIn: Sydney WhitedResearch & writing: Available through Boston University publications
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