The Prescription Strength Podcast

We’re surrounded by conflicting advice on fat loss. Hormones, fasting, metabolism, supplements, menopause, "starvation mode"... it's no wonder so many people feel confused.
In this episode I'm joined by coach and author Emma Storey-Gordon to separate evidence from marketing and discuss what really helps women lose fat—and, more importantly, keep it off.
This isn't a conversation about quick fixes. It's about understanding the science, the psychology and the realities of everyday life.
We discuss:
Why a calorie deficit still matters (and why that's not the whole story)
The biggest fat loss myths doing the rounds online
Why smart people often struggle with weight loss
Tracking calories: helpful tool or unnecessary obsession?
Why weekends quietly sabotage progress
The role of habits, environment and decision fatigue
Why maintenance is the hardest—and most important—part of fat loss
How ageing changes the challenge without making success impossible
Why comparing yourself to your younger self (or someone else) is rarely helpful
Emma combines a science background with more than a decade of coaching real women, bringing together evidence with practical strategies that actually work in everyday life.
You can reach her and pre-order the book here:
ESGfitness.co.uk
 https://www.instagram.com/esgfitness/
pre order link: https://ebury.lnk.to/thefatlosscoachforwomen
and substack: https://esgfitness.substack.com/

None of us gets to choose every turning point in our lives.
For GP and author Dr Clara Doran, that turning point came during maternity leave when persistent symptoms eventually led to a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
But this isn't really a conversation about MS.
It's about what happens when life suddenly stops following the plan you thought you had.
We talk about the uncertainty before a diagnosis, the pressure many of us feel to keep going even when we're struggling, and why carrying on isn't always the same thing as coping.
Clara also shares how her diagnosis led her to explore brain health, sleep, rest, creativity and the everyday habits that quietly shape how we think, feel and function.
If you've ever faced a life change you didn't choose or simply feel exhausted by trying to keep all the plates spinning, I think you'll find something here.
Why uncertainty is often harder than certainty
Returning to work after a life-changing diagnosis
The hidden cost of "just coping"
Why rest is not a luxury
Brain health beyond supplements and biohacks
The importance of creativity and joy
Learning to accept a different future without giving up hope
Books mentioned
Doctor Interrupted — Dr Clara Doran
Heads Up: How to Look After Your Brain So It Will Look After You — Dr Clara Doran

Are collagen, magnesium and greens powders really worth your money?
If social media has convinced you that every woman over 45 needs a cupboard full of supplements, you’re not alone.
In this episode, GP and strength coach Dr Lynette Ewart looks at why midlife women have become such a major target for supplement marketing, what the evidence actually says, and which supplements may genuinely be worth considering.
You’ll hear about:
Why supplement companies target midlife women
The difference between marketing claims and scientific evidence
Creatine, vitamin D and vitamin B12
Why “natural” doesn’t automatically mean effective
Three simple questions to ask before buying any supplement
This isn’t an anti-supplement rant. Some supplements have an important place in healthcare. But before you spend money on the latest powder, gummy or capsule, it’s worth knowing what the evidence really shows.
If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a rating or review—it really helps more people find evidence-based health information.

Have you been offered a statin and wondered why? Perhaps your cholesterol hasn’t changed very much, you feel perfectly well, and suddenly your GP practice wants to discuss cholesterol or cardiovascular risk.
In this Pocket Prescription I explain how statin decisions are made in primary care, why age has such a powerful influence on risk calculations, and why the conversation is usually about future cardiovascular risk rather than cholesterol alone.
Topics covered include:
Why statins are offered even when you feel well
How cardiovascular risk calculators work
The difference between cholesterol levels and overall cardiovascular risk
Why two people with similar cholesterol results can receive different advice
The role of blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, age and lifestyle
Absolute risk reduction and why context matters
Common misconceptions about statins
How to think about the balance between potential benefits and side effects
This episode focuses on primary prevention—people who have not previously had a heart attack, stroke or established cardiovascular disease.
As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as personal medical advice.
If you have concerns about your own health or medication, please speak to your healthcare professional.

Have you ever been told that your metabolism is broken, damaged, or slowing down with age?
Social media often blames metabolism for everything from weight gain to low energy, but the reality is usually much more complicated. In this episode, I cover the difference between metabolism and appetite, why the two are often confused, and why that distinction matters if you’re trying to lose weight or improve your health.
Topics covered include:
What metabolism actually is
Why metabolism is often more stable than people think
The research on metabolism and ageing
Why appetite changes far more dramatically than metabolism
The impact of sleep, stress, hormones and environment on hunger
Menopause, weight gain and common misconceptions
Why some medications can lead to weight gain
The role of protein, fibre and lifestyle habits in appetite regulation
Why “fixing your metabolism” is usually the wrong goal
If you’ve ever worried that you’ve damaged your metabolism or that age has made weight loss impossible, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on.
As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as personal medical advice. If you have concerns about your own health, please speak to your healthcare professional.