E.174 Losing My Daughter Changed My Career with Annabel Karmel
In this weeks episode I’m joined by someone who has transformed the way families think about food. My guest is none other than Annabel Karmel MBE — the UK’s No.1 children’s cookery author, a best-selling writer of over 50 books, and an award-winning entrepreneur who has helped millions of parents around the world give their children the best start in life through nutritious, delicious meals. Annabel's journey to her career started with a tragedy as her daughter passed away at only three months old and from that moment onwards she knew she wanted to work with children and she then dedicated her first cookbook to her first daughter Natasha.In this episode we dive deep on Annabel's journey, she speaks honestly about her tragic experience and how it has shaped her career as well as sharing tips on how to raise your children to be the healthiest version of themselves.We touch on the following topics:I would like to start with your first food memory How did your career in food startThe tragedy of losing a childWhat were you like as a mother with your children when it came to food Getting food right with your children sets up their relationship with food for life The key principles that mothers often get wrong when it comes to feeding their children Breast feedingUltra-processed food and childrenConvenience vs health The balance of preventing your children having “treats”Thoughts on bringing your children up plant-based or even ancestrallyBeing an entrepreneur with 3 children yourself - how did you balance itCheck out Annabel Karmel on instagram hereSponsors:One Zone - The app that will change your London lifestyle, giving you all the recommendations you need for the best food and drink experiences in the cityDownload here Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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E.173 Ear Seeds Changed My Life with Giselle Boxer Founder of East Healing
This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Giselle Boxer, founder of East Healing—a brand deeply rooted in the wisdom of Ancient Chinese Medicine. East Healing offers a range of elegant acupressure products that beautifully merge traditional healing with timeless design.In this episode, Giselle opens up about her powerful journey. She shares her battle with ME, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome—a relentless struggle marked by years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments. After exhausting all conventional medical options, Giselle turned to Chinese Medicine. What followed was a complete transformation: from being in such a dark place that even taking a shower left her bedridden, to reclaiming her life as a vibrant mother and successful founder living the fast-paced lifestyle she once thought impossible.Giselle also explains the fascinating science behind Ear Seeds, the healing potential of Chinese Medicine, and her unforgettable experience on Dragons’ Den—an appearance that catapulted her business to new heights.This is an inspiring episode about resilience, the search for healing, and the incredible journey from health struggles to entrepreneurial success. If you’re looking for motivation and hope, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss!Topics we discuss are:.What Acuseeds are and how they work?Different points on your ear relate to different parts of the body - what are those parts and how does that work?Giselle's personal journey to East Healing The power of Chinese Medicine?Educating customers on how Acuseeds work?What Accuseeds can be used for?Other products that are under the East Healing brandThe Dragons Den Experience How it changed your businessThe negative press from Dragons DenSponsors:One Zone - The app that will change your London lifestyle, giving you all the recommendations you need for the best food and drink experiences in the cityDownload here Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com To check out East Healing head - hereEast Healing Instagram - click here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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E.172 The Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sarah Founder of Citizens of Soil
In my kitchen this week, I am joined by Sarah Vachon founder of Citizens of Soil, a brand that’s redefining what olive oil can—and should—be. More than just a kitchen staple, their extra virgin olive oil is rooted in a mission: to elevate farmers, protect the land, and bring us closer to the story behind what we eat.We talk about the nutritional power of olive oil and why we should all be cooking with olive oil rather than any other fat source, but also dive deeper into the systemic issues in the industry—how farmers are often underpaid and their oils lost in anonymous blends. Citizens of Soil challenges this model by paying producers fairly and directly, supporting regenerative farming methods that nurture biodiversity and preserve soil health.This is olive oil as a community movement, where every bottle connects you not only to a beautiful ingredient, but also to the people and ecosystems that make it possible.Topics we discuss are:The health benefits of consuming good quality olive oil - why is olive oil better than a low cal spray?What does extra virgin olive oil mean?When some is looking at buying olive oil in a supermarket what should they be aware of?What is single origin?Cooking with olive oil - should we be aware of the heating temperature - is there a limit You’ve turned an every day commodity into a brand and a delicious and desirable product - how has that journey been?What’s different about Citizens of soil?Working closely with the producers and what that looks like Sponsors:One Zone - The app that will change your London lifestyle, giving you all the recommendations you need for the best food and drink experiences in the cityDownload here Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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E.171 You can NEVER eat too much meat with Matt McEntegart Founder of ROAM
This week in the kitchen, I’m joined by Matt McEntegart, founder of ROAM—a high-protein meat bar created to fill the gap between wanting a natural, wholefood snack and one that also delivers on macros, protein, and quality without artificial ingredients or added sugar. ROAM is built on the belief that the foundation of a healthy diet lies in meat, dairy, fruit, and vegetables—a refreshing perspective in today’s world of ultra-processed foods.In this episode, Matt and I explore the role of meat in the diet, which made for a fascinating conversation given that I currently don’t eat meat myself. While we come at the topic from different perspectives, we both strongly agree on the importance of a wholefood-based diet, as well as the value of eating seasonally and locally whenever possible.Beyond meat, our discussion also touches on the rising interest in the ancestral diet, the common misconceptions around whey protein, and whether buying organic food is truly worth it or just hype. Packed with nutritional insights and a few thought-provoking (and at times controversial) conversations, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.Topics covered:Your journey to RoamFrustrations with the snack market Whey ProteinEating too much meatHigh cholesterolAncestral dietThe value of fibre in your dietA wholefood dietDairyInvesting in buying organiconezone - The app that will change your London lifestyle, giving you all the recommendations you need for the best food and drink experiences in the cityDownload here Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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E.170 Only 2% of Information on TIKTOK is Accurate with Suzy Peach
This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Suzy Peach, GP and Co-Founder of Peach Wellness Academy (PWA)—a health and wellness curriculum designed to bridge the gap in wellness education for children, though it’s accessible to all ages.Suzy shares insights from her medical practice, where she noticed a worrying trend: while access to information about health has never been easier, the quality of that information has declined. Despite being more “educated” than ever, many of us are misinformed, self-diagnosing, and relying on inaccurate sources.Peach Wellness Academy focuses on all aspects of wellness, with a particular emphasis on sexual health and mental health—two areas that are often misunderstood yet widely discussed. The curriculum is designed to complement school learning, not replace it, while also equipping parents with tools to answer the questions of today’s curious minds.In an age where social media can be both a platform for knowledge and a breeding ground for misinformation, Suzy explains how her experiences as a GP inspired her to create a curriculum that helps children and families navigate health and wellbeing more confidently.Topics we discuss:What is wrong with health and wellness education amongst children at the moment?What is peach wellness academy The fundamental problems that girls are experiencing now as a result of lack of education from schools Female Health - we don’t know enough - why?Mental Health and the self-diagnosing crisesModern day health and wellness - what we need to know has changed TikTok being a source of information Vaping - the damage that is having on young children To visit Peach Wellness Academy - click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This podcast is about all things food, health and wellness! Host Georgia Symonds welcomes a new guest into her kitchen every week in order to discuss their journey to wellness in whatever capacity that may be!We believe that food isn’t just the fuel that we put into our bodies, it’s more than that, it brings families and friends together, it creates special moments and life time memories. It affects how we perform, how we think, how we sleep and how we feel in ourselves inside and out. Therefore Catch Ups In My Kitchen aims to dig into personal stories and careers to discuss how food has had an impact on one's life. We aim for you to finish an episode having learnt some new healthy habits which you can implement into your everyday in order to be that 1% better than the day before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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