High Performance Health

High Performance Health

The High-Performance Health Podcast is all about optimising your body, mind and lifestyle for high performance. Packed full of actionable insights, strategies, bio hacks, lifestyle hacks, mindset strategies and expert performance advice, Angela Foster is on a mission to optimise your human potential. Featuring interviews with some of the top experts on the planet in the fields of health, performance and business, this show aims to inspire, educate and empower you to live an energetic, healthful and limitless life.

Episodes

The Hidden Link Between Stress, Trauma, and Autoimmunity — Completing the Stress Cycle - Dr. Sara Gottfried

October 31, 2025 • 12 mins
Angela and Sara Gottfried look at the intricate relationship between trauma, stress responses, and autoimmunity.  They discuss how traditional stress responses, such as fight or flight, differ between genders, highlighting the unique ways women may respond to stress through freezing, fawning, or fainting KEY TAKEAWAYS: PINE: The PINE network (Psychology, Immune system, Neurological system, Endocrine system) is particularly v...
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The Hidden Hormone That Shapes Your Mood, Energy & Resilience | Sarah Hill

October 27, 2025 • 80 mins
Why do so many women feel anxious, tired, or off balance at certain times of the month? In this episode, Angela and Dr. Sarah Hill explore how changes in estrogen and progesterone affect mood, focus, and energy, and what happens when stress, inflammation, or birth control disrupt that rhythm. You’ll learn how hormones influence sleep, stress response, and emotional well-being, how to identify if you’re not ovulating regularly, an...
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How to Future-Proof Your Brain: Preventing Dementia and Boosting Performance

October 24, 2025 • 13 mins
Unleash your brain's hidden potential with Patrick Holford, who in this bitesize edition, reveals the electrifying truth that your brain is a powerhouse of fat and protein, and you're likely running it on empty.  Also, discover the four "Horsemen of the Mental Health Apocalypse"—from sugar to missing B vitamins—that are sabotaging your focus and dramatically increasing your risk of dementia KEY TAKEAWAYS: Your Brain is Compo...
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The 5-Minute Workout That Boosts VO₂ Max, Brain Health & Longevity | Ulrich Dempfle

October 19, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode, Angela sits down with Ulrich Dempfle, co-founder and CEO of CAROL Bike, to uncover the science and innovation behind one of the most time-efficient ways to boost VO₂ max, metabolic health, and brain function. Ulrich explains why VO₂ max is the most important marker for longevity, how it declines without training, and how short, AI-guided REHIT sprints boost mitochondria, BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), a...
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Bitesize: The Science of Brown Fat: How to Boost Your Metabolism, Burn Visceral Fat, and Improve Longevity with Dr. William Li

October 17, 2025 • 18 mins
Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician and scientist, discusses the power of food as medicine and its profound influence on health, including its ability to repair DNA, starve cancer cells, and boost the body's five natural defense systems. Drawing on his extensive research, he reveals how everyday dietary choices can activate healing mechanisms like angiogenesis, regeneration, and immunity, providing actionable insights to opt...
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Creatine for Women Over 35: The Secret to Energy, Strength & Mood

October 13, 2025 • 17 mins
You’ve probably heard that creatine is just for men who want to bulk up, but that’s one of the biggest myths in fitness. The truth? Creatine is one of the most well-researched and effective supplements out there, not just for your muscles, but also for your brain, bones, and mood. And it’s especially powerful for women over 35, when hormonal changes start to affect our energy, recovery, and resilience. In this episode, I’m breaki...
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Dave Asprey: How Your Biology Controls Your Mind & Mood

October 10, 2025 • 62 mins
Angela welcomes special guest, Dave Asprey, founder of the biohacking movement, on how unseen, pre-conscious processes in your body, particularly within the mitochondria, dictate your energy, reactions, and susceptibility to emotional triggers. Dave also explains why your body's initial operating system, driven by primal needs—fear, food, and fertility—influences your choices and emotional states before your conscious mind interve...
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Training for Longevity & Hormonal Balance | Dr. Stacy Sims on Women’s Health

October 5, 2025 • 90 mins
In this episode, Dr. Stacy Sims returns for her fourth appearance on the podcast to share her latest insights into women’s health, performance, and longevity. She clears up common misconceptions about aging and fitness, emphasizing the importance of foundational practices - sleep, nutrition, and consistent training - over chasing advanced supplements or quick fixes. Dr. Sims highlights the gender differences in exercise research, ...
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Bitesize: Peter Crone | Stop Self-Sabotage with Radical Acceptance

October 2, 2025 • 25 mins
Angela and special guest Peter Crone look at the psychological barriers that prevent people from overcoming negative, repeated life patterns, asserting that these habitual actions are merely symptoms of deeper, unaccepted subconscious beliefs about oneself.  They examine the concept of the "fresh start effect" and explains that true freedom from a cycle of self-sabotage, whether in relationships, finance, or career, begins with th...
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Your Metabolism Doesn’t Slow With Age (What No One Tells You) | Dr. William Li on Health & Longevity

September 28, 2025 • 68 mins
Angela is joined by internationally renowned medical doctor and researcher Dr. William Li for an eye-opening conversation about metabolism, fat loss, and the science of food as medicine. Dr. Li debunks common myths, like the belief that metabolism “slows down” with age, and explains how excess body fat, not age, is the real driver of metabolic decline. They also explore groundbreaking research on foods that activate brown fat, re...
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Bitesize: The Hormone–Brain Connection: How to Protect Mood, Cognitive Health & Longevity | Kate Muir

September 25, 2025 • 18 mins
Angela and Kate Muir look at the profound impact of perimenopause on women's mental health, particularly for those with a history of conditions like postpartum depression, who may be more sensitive to hormonal fluctuations.  Kate explains the neurological changes during menopause using the analogy of "Inside Out" characters, highlighting how the decline of key hormones like oestrogen (joyful) and progesterone (calming) and the res...
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The Perimenopause Revolution: How to Take Back Your Energy, Sleep, and Sanity with Dr. Mariza Snyder

September 21, 2025 • 64 mins
Navigating midlife can feel overwhelming, but this episode is your reset. Angela is joined by author of "The Perimenopause Revolution," Dr. Mariza Snyder, and together dive deep into what it takes for women in their 40s and 50s to feel alive, focused, and fully in charge.  They discuss how to gain agency over your health and lifestyle, and how to rewrite the societal scripts about what it means to be a woman in the second half of ...
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Bitesize: The Midlife Stack: 5 Supplements Every Woman Over 40 Should Know

September 18, 2025 • 14 mins
Angela and special guest Lara Briden examine the importance of key metabolic nutrients that are often missing from modern diets, particularly for women in perimenopause.  They discuss the top five nutrients—magnesium, taurine, choline, inositol, and glycine—that can help calm the nervous system, improve energy, and enhance metabolic health, and highlight how these supplements can support insulin sensitivity and overall well-being,...
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Why Your Past is Secretly Controlling Your Energy, Health & Performance & How To Break Free | Peter Crone

September 14, 2025 • 79 mins
Angela is joined by lifestyle expert, Peter Crone for a discussion about the complexities of overcoming past patterns and subconscious constraints that hinder personal growth.  Peter talks about the importance of acceptance, stating that our history couldn't have unfolded any other way, which allows us to release the burdens of guilt and self-judgment, and illustrates how fear and past experiences shape our current behaviours and ...
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How Mineral Imbalances Drive Anxiety, Mood Swings & Low Energy (and What to Do About It) | Barton Scott

September 11, 2025 • 15 mins
Angela and special guest Barton Scott look at the intricate relationship between nutrition and mental health, particularly focusing on anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood swings, by examining a personal story about a past relationship, highlighting how low sodium levels can significantly impact emotional well-being and behaviour KEY TAKEAWAYS: There is a correlation between nutritional intake and hormone production. Low levels...
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Manifestation: Real Reason You Block Abundance (and How to Fix It) | Cathy Heller

September 7, 2025 • 55 mins
Angela is joined by the one and only Cathy Heller, to explore the profound concepts of abundance, spirituality, and personal growth. Cathy shares her extensive background in Kabbalah and mindfulness, and talks passionately about the importance of viewing life through a spiritual lens to unlock our innate capacity for abundance. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Abundance as a Birthright: Abundance is our natural state, and we often limit oursel...
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Bitesize: Why Food Matters More Than Exercise for Women’s Metabolism | Eric Edmeades

September 4, 2025 • 14 mins
Angela and special guest Eric Edmeades discuss the intricate relationship between diet, exercise, and women's health, particularly during challenging life stages such as perimenopause, and look at the common misconception that exercise is the primary solution for weight loss, emphasising instead the critical role of nutrition in achieving metabolic flexibility. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Nutrition is emphasised as the primary factor in ac...
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Pelvic Floor Secrets: Sex, Orgasms, Postpartum & Menopause | Dr Sara Reardon

August 31, 2025 • 51 mins
Angela talks to Dr Sara Reardon, a pelvic health expert, about the often-overlooked topic of pelvic floor health. They discuss the anatomy and function of the pelvic floor, the impact of pregnancy and childbirth on pelvic health, and the importance of understanding normal bladder and bowel function from a young age KEY TAKEAWAYS: Understanding the Pelvic Floor: The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support pelvic organ...
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Bitesize: The #1 Regret People Have in Life (and How to Avoid It) | John R. Miles

August 28, 2025 • 13 mins
Join Angela and John R. Miles for a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges of pursuing one's passion amidst financial concerns and life commitments. Drawing on research by psychologist Tom Gilovich, the conversation highlights the common regret of not pursuing an ideal life and the importance of breaking free from a cycle of unfulfilling work. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Pursuing Your Dreams: A significant number of people regr...
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Eat to Beat Anxiety, Depression & Alzheimer’s Risk. Science-Backed Brain Nutrition with Dr. Uma Naidoo

August 24, 2025 • 51 mins
Angela is joined by Dr. Uma Naidoo, a renowned psychiatrist and nutrition expert, who discusses the intricate relationship between nutrition, mental health, and brain function, particularly during pivotal life stages such as perimenopause and postpartum, and advocates for a diet rich in fibre, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory ingredients. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Impact of Added Sugars: High consumption of added sugars, especially f...
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