Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor

Dr Sam and Helen delve into what it might mean to take a break from your weight loss journey. They reveal the advantages of allowing yourself to relax a little, enjoy celebrations and festivities, and take stock of the changes you’ve been making.

Whether for a special weekend, a family occasion or even a holiday, they advise on how you can plan for a break and approach it mindfully, get the most out of it, and – most importantly – ...

Self-sabotage, getting in your own way, excuses. We all do it, and it’s often part and parcel of a long-term weight loss journey. That’s why we’re bringing you this episode, to help you identify the obstacles you might be facing and ways to manage them. And to remind you that it’s not just you – most people will experience hiccups along the way.

In this final episode, host Helen Thorn will be joined by our original co-hosts: Boots ...

There’s a lot of attention on what we eat during a weight loss journey, but less talked about is the role alcohol can play. In this week’s bonus short, Dr David Gwynne joins Helen once more to discuss the variety of ways drinking can impact our weight loss efforts. 

Dr David takes us through what alcohol is,  the way it works in the body, and the influence it can have on our decision-making and healthy lifestyle choices. Helen and ...

Water, fizzy drinks, wine, juice. When it comes to drinks, there’s so much choice out there and it can be overwhelming. That’s why we wanted to dedicate a whole episode to hydration and why it’s a more important factor in our weight loss journey than we might think. 

This week, our host Helen will sit down with Dr Sam as always and Dr David Gwynne from Boots Online Doctor to talk all things hydration. They’ll deep dive into how sta...

In this bonus short episode, Dr Sam and Helen talk all about how finding a simple daily gratitude practice can have enormous benefits for your mindset, wellbeing and weight loss journey.

We can all find it hard to feel grateful at times, especially when struggling with something like health or weight management. Helen and Dr Sam break it down and offer guidance on how to get started, and Helen shares her own tips and experiences of...

Have you ever felt like how you’re feeling affects your weight loss efforts? That’s because it does. Stress, mental health and mood can all impact our weight in different ways, and it’s important to remember it’s normal and you’re not alone.

This week, our host Helen Thorn and resident co-host Dr Sam will be joined by Dr Neera Dholakia, the lead mental health specialist at Boots Online Doctor. Together, they’ll explore how stress a...

We’ve all heard the term ‘sleep apnoea’ doing the rounds, but what does it really mean? And what does it have to do with weight and weight loss?

Helen is joined in this bonus short episode by sleep specialist Dr Mark Perera, who tells us exactly what sleep apnoea is, who might be affected, and what you can do about it. He explains how being overweight can increase your chances of experiencing this condition, and just how beneficial...

We all know how important sleep is for our daily routines, but what’s it got to do with weight loss, and can it really help?

This week, host Helen Thorn and resident co-host Dr Sam are joined by Boots Online Doctor’s sleep expert Dr Mark Perera. Together, they’ll explore how sleep impacts everything in our bodies from hormone levels and muscle mass, to cravings and stress. Find out how much sleep you really need and get tips and ad...

This bonus short episode of Weight Loss 360° is a men’s health special with special guest Dr David Gwynne, Boots Online Doctor GP and expert in men’s health and weight loss. Together, he and resident host Helen will be taking a look at how achieving a healthy weight can help reinvigorate your sex life. 

From improving circulation and addressing erectile dysfunction to increasing testosterone levels, confidence and energy – they lif...

This week, we’re talking about the D-word: diets. While dieting can sometimes result in quicker physical weight loss, over time it can negatively impact your overall health and even how you feel about yourself. That’s why we want to knock down the narrative around diet culture and help you find a route to long-term, healthy weight loss with no dieting involved.

Tune in to our host Helen and co-hosts Dr Sam and nutritionist Ruth as ...

In this week’s bonus short episode, Dr Zhara Damji joins Helen to talk all things menopause – specifically: why do we put on weight during the menopause and what can we do about it?

Dr Zahra explains the different stages of the menopause, what that means for your body, and how nutrition and strength-training exercise can be vital in keeping you at optimal health and weight as you go through this period of life. 

Dr Zahra Damji is C...

We know there’s a lot of information out there about losing weight, and it can be overwhelming. So in episode 5 of Weight Loss 360, we’re going to break down what’s really going on in the body when we gain and lose weight, and why it can be a struggle for many of us. Spoiler alert: healthy weight loss can encourage many deeper, long-term positive impacts on our health.

This week, host Helen Thorn and resident cohost Dr Sam are join...

We know how confusing it gets with all the mixed messaging out there around fats and sugars. Are they good? Bad? Okay in small doses? What about diet drinks or sugar-free alternatives? Helen is joined in this short bonus episode by nutritionist Ruth Taylor to clear things up once and for all. 

Listen in for the simple answer around fats and sugars, and which of the two you should look to ditch from your diet if you’re trying to los...

We often hear about which foods to eat or avoid on a weight loss journey, but what about how to eat? In this jam-packed episode, we’ll be exploring the different approaches to eating and their impact on weight loss – from fasting to snacking and emotional eating.

In episode 4 of Weight Loss 360°, join host Helen Thorn, GP Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor to learn about the benefits of intermittent fasting, h...

In this bonus short episode of Weight Loss 360°, join host and comedian Helen Thorn as she talks to nutritionist Ruth Taylor all about metabolism. What is it? How can we tell if ours is fast or slow – and what can we do about it?

Ruth will explain in simple terms what the metabolic rate really means, the factors that can indicate or contribute to slower metabolism, and ways to support your metabolism while on a weight loss journey.

What is metabolism? Can you change it? Does it matter? These are all questions we’ll be helping to answer in this week’s episode of Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor. 

Our host, comedian and author Helen Thorn, will be joined by our resident Boots Online Doctor weight loss team: Lifestyle Medicine Lead GP Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor. Together, they’ll break down the myths around metabolism, what...

Today in another Weight Loss 360° bonus short episode, Helen is joined by our in-house nutritionist Ruth Taylor, who dives into a hot topic: ultra-processed foods, or UPFs for short. You've probably heard about them a lot lately, and for good reason.
So, what exactly are UPFs? And how can these foods affect our bodies and impact our weight loss journey?

Ruth Taylor is a BANT nutritionist and registered nurse who works on the Boo...

In episode 2 of Weight Loss 360° with Boots Online Doctor, we’ll be going back to basics and talking all about the fundamentals of food.

Our host comedian Helen Thorn will be joined by the Boots Online Doctor weight loss team – Dr Sam Wellappili and nutritionist and nurse Ruth Taylor – to explore how food can make us feel and why eating mindfully is key for healthy, successful long-term weight loss. We’ll also help you under...

In this short bonus episode, we're joined by Dr Anju Verma who tells us some of the numerous health benefits of weight loss and just how much you need to lose to start seeing those benefits. 

She'll also share tips for how to set some straightforward, realistic goals and stay on track. 

Dr Anju is a GP and Clinical Lead for Weight Loss at Boots Online Doctor.

Credits: 

Host: Helen Thorn 
Special guest: Dr Anju Verma
Boots Onl...