Catch Ups In My Kitchen

• E.177 Living with a Chronic Illness with March Hollingberry

  In My Kitchen this week: I’m joined by the incredible March Hollingberry — a chronic illness coach and someone who truly embodies strength, grace, and resilience.March lives with a chronic illness herself, and in this episode, she opens up about her personal journey — from how her condition impacts her day-to-day life to the ways she’s learned to manage it with compassion and courage.We dive deep into the realities of living with a chronic illness in your 20s — navigating relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and finding balance when your body doesn’t always cooperate.March’s mental strength and emotional resilience shine through every part of our conversation. Her story is raw, empowering, and a beautiful reminder that even when our bodies challenge us, our spirit can still thrive.If you’ve ever struggled with your health or felt disconnected from your body, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired.Topics we discuss:March's Chronic Illness is and how it limits herThe journey to her diagnosisThe daily struggles and limitationsThe reframe into making it a positiveMorning routineLearning to work with your body rather than against itSetting boundariesRelationships and dating with a chronic illnessBecoming a life coach and creating a community where March help's othersSponsors:CALO - We are sponsored by CALO a food delivery service which provides nutritionist-approved, chef-made meals, delivered fresh, daily. CALO have kindly give us 25% off your first order with the code CATCHUPS25 - click 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.176 Poo, Constipation and Bloating with We Are Regular

  This week, I’m joined in my kitchen by the brilliant duo Holly Brooke and Joely Walker, the powerhouse founders behind We Are Regular — the gut health supplement brand that’s changing the way we talk about going to the loo.In this refreshingly honest conversation, we dive deep (pun intended) into all things digestion, bloating, and bowel movements. Together, we share our very real personal journeys with constipation, the silent struggle so many of us face but rarely talk about — and explore why women are disproportionately affected by gut issues compared to men.Holly and Joely share how their experiences led to the creation of We Are Regular, and how they’re breaking the stigma around poo talk by bringing humour, honesty, and science into the conversation. We also discuss the serious side of gut health — from the rising rates of bowel cancer in women to the importance of knowing your body and advocating for better awareness and prevention.If you’ve ever suffered in silence with bloating, IBS, or constipation — or just want to feel more comfortable talking about your gut health — this episode is for you. Expect laughs, lightbulb moments, and maybe even a little loo talk you didn’t know you needed.Topics we discuss:Why poo’ing is so important for overall healthConstipation — the worst thing on the planet (and our personal journeys with it)How alcohol affects your bowel movementsWhy women get more constipated than menWhy going on holiday often leads to constipationThoughts on laxatives and why natural options are betterWhat’s inside We Are Regular and how it worksOther ways to stay regular and support gut health naturallyLaunching We Are Regular and getting comfortable talking about poo in publicFunny poo stories and moments that keep it realSponsors:CALO - We are sponsored by CALO a food delivery service which provides nutritionist-approved, chef-made meals, delivered fresh, daily. CALO have kindly give us 25% off your first order with the code CATCHUPS25 - click hereHealthy 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.175 Mouth Tape, Sleep and How You Breathe with Lucy Rayner

  In this episode, I am joined by Lucy Rayner, better known as Lucy the Osteopath who is a London-based classical, cranial, visceral and paediatric osteopath with over 20 years of experience.Lucy works holistically across the lifespan, from infants to adults — and has particular interests in airway health, dental / oral function, and integrated nutrition alongside structural balance and nervous system function.In this episode, Lucy and I dive deep into the crucial, but often overlooked link between airways, breathing, and sleep. We explore how many of us are defaulting to mouth breathing - a habit driven by modern stressors, poor posture, environmental factors, and structural imbalances — and why mouth taping is emerging as a simple, but powerful intervention.The topics we discuss are:Airway & Development: Why Lucy focuses on airway health and how early development shapes our long-term health.Lifestyle & Jaw Development: How factors like breastfeeding, diet, and modern habits influence oral health, facial growth, and jaw structure.Mouth Taping: Why nasal breathing during sleep is essential — and how mouth taping can support better rest and recovery.Airway Health Defined: What “airway health” actually means and why it’s foundational to overall wellbeing.In Practice: The most common breathing, posture, and structural issues Lucy sees in her clinic today.Nutrition & the Carnivore Approach: Why Lucy follows a carnivore diet — and how chewing, biting, and food texture relate to jaw strength and airway development.To follow Lucy on Instagram click 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.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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