Best Dr Yemisi Bokinni Podcasts (2024)

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Unboxing the future 8:12

1+ y ago8:12

8:12

How about the ability to predict a Sickle Cell crisis, and halt it, long before it had the chance to strike? Or perhaps take a pill that offers a cure by replacing the faulty gene with a new one? How about a potent drug made from African herbs proven to reduce pain or even specialised nutrition advice, medically proven to ensure a better quality of…

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Finding Medicine with Dr Norris Igbineweka and Dr Mary Ansong 28:45

1+ y ago28:45

28:45

Health inequality is a major challenge both within and between countries, but what happens when the latest therapies are inaccessible to the countries that need them most? On this episode i'm joined by Dr Norris Igbineweka, a UK-based haematologist who's currently undertaking a PhD in gene editing for red blood cell diseases at Imperial University …

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Sickle Cell and Love with Dr Olaniyi Owoeye 34:09

1+ y ago34:09

34:09

The theme of Sickle Cell and love is an unavoidable dilemma for many. On this episode, I caught up with Dr Olaniyi Owoeye, a consultant haematologist at the medical diagnostic company Synlab Nigeria. We explore his challenges on the theme and how advances in medicine could avoid heartbreak for many couples globally. *EVENT REGISTRATION* Join us on …

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Lived experiences in Nigeria and the UK with Rochelle, Sonia and Chukwuma 35:25

1+ y ago35:25

35:25

In this episode, I catch up with Sonia, Rochelle and Chukuma on their experiences of living with Sickle Cell from the perspectives of the UK and Nigeria. We'll explore the good, the bad, and the ugly. *EVENT REGISTRATION* Join us on Rare Disease Day, February 28th 2023, for an online discussion and Q&A with some of the guests we’ve featured on the …

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Unboxing the past and the present 6:55

1+ y ago6:55

6:55

From Water Clement Noel, a wealthy Caribbean student studying in America in 1904, to the metaphysical in Nigerian folklore, we explore the various explanations given to Sickle Cell over the years, and examine the latest treatments available today. *EVENT REGISTRATION* Join us on Rare Disease Day, February 28th 2023, for an online discussion and Q&A…

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Coming up on Sickle Cell Unboxed 3:55

1+ y ago3:55

3:55

Sickle Cell Unboxed launches on February 6th! Coming up on this series... Episode 1: Unboxing the past and the present Episode 2: Lived experiences in Nigeria and the UK with Rochelle, Sonia and Chukwuma Episode 3: Sickle Cell and Love with Dr Olaniyi Owoeye Episode 4: Finding Medicine with Dr Norris Igbineweka and Dr Mary Ansong Episode 5: Unboxin…

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Five effective ways to lower high blood pressure 5:57

1+ y ago5:57

5:57

Studies have shown that as little as a 5 to 10-point drop in blood pressure can cut the risk of stroke by 30 per cent. This is the final episode of Season 1, and we'll be exploring the all-important issue of hypertension, and I'll give a countdown of five effective ways for lowering your blood pressure. It's been great fun interviewing such an arra…

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Are supplements worth the money? with Pharmacist Kwame Peprah 18:00

2y ago18:00

18:00

In this episode, I catch up with Senior Pharmacist, Kwame Peprah, and we dissect the longstanding debate on whether or not vitamins and supplements are actually worth it. How the pandemic brought to our attention the importance of some crucial vitamins. How too much of a good thing can lead to detrimental effects; whether or not cost correlates wit…

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Heavy metals and pollutants: Is eating fish healthy? 4:17

2y ago4:17

4:17

Fish has long been considered one of the healthiest foods, but due to the build-up of toxic chemicals and heavy metals in our seas, some advocate that we limit consumption. Is it all hype, or fact? and do the health benefits of eating fish outweigh any of the potential risks? Is eating fish healthy? For giveaways, nutrition tips and more subscribe …

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Overcoming Stress Eating with Nutritional Psychologist, Emily Mbelenga 16:58

2y ago16:58

16:58

In this week's episode I catch up with nutritional psychologist Emily Mbelenga, and we explore the all too common issue of stress eating, as well as her top hack for identifying our patterns and triggers, which is often the first step to finding lasting solutions. THIS WEEK'S GIVEAWAY! This week's giveaway is a book by author, Lorna Salmon titled ‘…

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How Coffee protects your Liver 3:46

2y ago3:46

3:46

How about coffee as medicine, and yes, decaf included? It’s a suggestion that sounds so bizarre, but it's not. Originally hailing from Ethiopia in East Africa, it turns out that a range of powerful plant chemicals in coffee are pretty good at protecting our liver. Considering all the potential damage caused by excess alcohol, fatty liver disease, v…

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Nutrition in Sickle Cell with Specialist Dietician, Claudine Matthews 25:16

2y ago25:16

25:16

In honour of sickle cell awareness month, in this week's episode, I catch up with specialist dietician Claudine Matthews, a world-renowned expert on the theme of nutrition in sickle cell. We explore evidence-based nutrition tips for Sickle Cell Warriors. About Claudine Claudine is a specialist dietician with over 13 years of clinical experience in …

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Ask Dr Yemisi - Your questions on cancer, diet, our genes, PCOS and heavy periods 7:59

2y ago7:59

7:59

In this week’s episode, I’ll be answering your questions, and we’ll touch on everything from our diet and genes to the cancer-fighting properties of food, PCOS and heavy periods. Got questions? Well, this season I’ll be dedicating entire episodes to answering them! You can send me a voice note here: dryemisi.com/questions For giveaways, nutrition t…

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African herbs with tea entrepreneur, Faridah Kekere-Ekun 18:19

2y ago18:19

18:19

In this episode, I catch up with Faridah Kekere-Ekun the founder of the fast-growing herbal tea brand, Sari Teas. Determined to see the health benefits of African medicinal herbs valued and acknowledged on a global scale, Faridah has big plans. We explore her personal journey with African herbs. Why ginger from a small town in Northern Nigeria is c…

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The health benefits of fermented foods 3:38

2y ago3:38

3:38

If you were asked to name five fermented foods, you might struggle to get past sauerkraut and kimchi, the German and Korean forms of fermented cabbage. Or perhaps miso, a fermented soya bean paste. If we go anything by observing trends in the media, it's easy to believe that only a handful of foods fall into this category. However, if you're of Afr…

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The health benefits of Cacao with Dr Yao Mfodwo 22:33

2y ago22:33

22:33

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Yao Mfodwo who happens to be a medical doctor, cacao farmer and award-winning chocolatier. We explore how his work with the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer led to his discovery of a surprising effect of cacao, Its health benefits and finally what he's doing to ensure Ghanian cacao farmers benefit economically from it…

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Why you must season your meat 4:23

2y ago4:23

4:23

The likes of Suya, Jerk Chicken and other forms of BBQ meats are considered major hazards to our health, but the key herbs of rosemary, garlic and onion might actually make all the difference. It's one hack definitely not to skip. Today we'll be discussing the scientific reasons behind why you must season your meat. Got questions? Well, this season…

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Reversing diabetes through lifestyle with Dr Anita Phung 31:55

2y ago31:55

31:55

In this episode, I catch up with Dr Anita Phung, a medical doctor with a wealth of experience in lifestyle medicine. We explore how being faced with the risk of developing diabetes herself, caused her to make a major change in her personal life. The power of intermittent fasting, and of course her Top 3 nutrition tips for tackling diabetes. THIS WE…

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Three calming ingredients for mental wellbeing 3:22

2y ago3:22

3:22

The saying goes 'you are what you eat', but does that apply to our mental health too? Considering the stresses of everyday life, our fast-paced lifestyles and increasing pressure to get more done in less time there's been a wealth of research done on the potential role of foods in supporting our mental wellbeing. Today I'll give a countdown on thre…

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African Superfoods with The Vegan Nigerian, Tomi Makanjuola 21:20

2y ago21:20

21:20

In this episode, I catch up with Tomi Makanjuola, most popularly known as The Vegan Nigerian. A passionate foodie and cookbook author boasting almost 30,000 Instagram followers, Tomi has become a go-to source for flavourful plant-based meals. In this episode, we explore the motivation for her approach to veganism. Her latest book and of course her …

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Are you lactose intolerant? 5:13

2y ago5:13

5:13

Have you ever had this weird discomfort, a bloated feeling after a glass of milk or perhaps a bowl of ice cream? Well, if so then you could be lactose intolerant and contrary to what the term implies, It's actually the norm. Seventy per cent of adults globally are lactose intolerant and today we'll be discussing how to spot if that includes you! We…

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A winning diet with Olympian, Ngozi Onwumere 18:58

2y ago18:58

18:58

In this episode, I catch up with Ngozi Onwumere, an athlete who in 2018, caught the world's attention when she and colleagues competing in Bobsleigh made history to become the first-ever African team to compete at the Winter Olympic Games. We explore the challenges that came with achieving such a feat. How when it comes to nutrition, keeping things…

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How good sleep keeps you lean 5:20

2y ago5:20

5:20

Believe it or not, the amount of sleep we get each night influences everything from our appetite, to the types of foods we crave during the day, and even the level of self-will we might have to resist tempting treats. That's the reason why the first episode of The Food Clinic Podcast is all about why sleep, or rather a lack of it, is probably sabot…

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Welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast 1:00

2y ago1:00

1:00

Welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast, a bite-sized series hosted by medical doctor and health journalist Dr Yemisi Bokinni. Here you’ll learn valuable insights on all things health and nutrition. Join Dr Yemisi and her guests as they unearth the profound ways our diet and lifestyle can help us thrive. To enter our regular giveaways or for further inf…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Dr Yemisi Bokinni Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Food Clinic Podcast

Dr Yemisi Bokinni

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Sickle Cell Unboxed

Dr Yemisi Bokinni

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Unboxing the future 8:12

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Finding Medicine with Dr Norris Igbineweka and Dr Mary Ansong 28:45

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Sickle Cell and Love with Dr Olaniyi Owoeye 34:09

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Lived experiences in Nigeria and the UK with Rochelle, Sonia and Chukwuma 35:25

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Unboxing the past and the present 6:55

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Coming up on Sickle Cell Unboxed 3:55

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Five effective ways to lower high blood pressure 5:57

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Are supplements worth the money? with Pharmacist Kwame Peprah 18:00

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Heavy metals and pollutants: Is eating fish healthy? 4:17

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Overcoming Stress Eating with Nutritional Psychologist, Emily Mbelenga 16:58

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How Coffee protects your Liver 3:46

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Nutrition in Sickle Cell with Specialist Dietician, Claudine Matthews 25:16

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Ask Dr Yemisi - Your questions on cancer, diet, our genes, PCOS and heavy periods 7:59

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African herbs with tea entrepreneur, Faridah Kekere-Ekun 18:19

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The health benefits of fermented foods 3:38

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The health benefits of Cacao with Dr Yao Mfodwo 22:33

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Why you must season your meat 4:23

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Reversing diabetes through lifestyle with Dr Anita Phung 31:55

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Three calming ingredients for mental wellbeing 3:22

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African Superfoods with The Vegan Nigerian, Tomi Makanjuola 21:20

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Are you lactose intolerant? 5:13

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A winning diet with Olympian, Ngozi Onwumere 18:58

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How good sleep keeps you lean 5:20

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Welcome to The Food Clinic Podcast 1:00

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