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What happens when you stop GLP-1? According to Dr. Mariette Abrahams, CEO & Founder of Qina, if eating habits and lifestyle have not changed, appetite and "food noise" can come back quickly and weight can return.In this episode she explains why GLP-1 medications are not a magic pill, why people can end up thinner but not healthier, and why nutrition and practitioner support matter the most during and after treatment.Guest: Mariette Abrahams, CEO & Founder of QinaHost: Ariadna Masó, Founder & CEO of SANNOIN THIS EPISODE you will learn:• What "food noise" is, and how GLP-1 medications can switch it off• What can happen to appetite and weight when you stop GLP-1• Why GLP-1 is not a magic pill, and why not everyone responds the same way• Muscle loss and nutrient gaps: thin, but not healthier?• What to eat on GLP-1: protein, quality and personalised nutrition• Why the "see you in three months" practitioner model has to change, and where AI fits• How GLP-1 adoption is reshaping the food industryCHAPTERS00:00 Teaser00:46 Welcome: Dr Mariette Abrahams, CEO & Founder of Qina02:22 Why do people respond differently to the same food?03:18 How did GLP-1 go from diabetes to weight loss?03:58 How fast is GLP-1 adoption growing?05:10 What is "food noise", and how does GLP-1 switch it off?06:06 What happens when you stop GLP-1?07:34 Why do people stop taking GLP-1?08:30 Are oral GLP-1s and lower costs changing access?09:26 Is GLP-1 a magic pill?09:50 How many people use GLP-1 in the US, UK and Europe?11:18 How is GLP-1 changing other industries?12:22 Why does GLP-1 work better for some people?15:02 Can GLP-1 lead to nutrient deficiencies and muscle loss?16:30 What should you eat while taking GLP-1?18:30 How should the practitioner model change?19:58 Can AI coaching replace a human practitioner?22:22 How will GLP-1 change the food industry next year?24:38 ClosingQUICK ANSWERSWhat is food noise? The constant, intrusive thoughts about food that many people describe. Mariette explains that GLP-1 medications can quieten it, which is one reason people find them so effective.What happens when you stop GLP-1? She explains that if habits have not changed, food noise and cravings can return and weight can come back, which is why she argues nutrition and support should start during treatment, not after.Is GLP-1 a magic pill? In her view, no. Not everyone responds in the same way, and losing weight is not the same as getting healthier, especially if muscle and nutrient intake are not looked after.ABOUT THE GUESTDr Mariëtte Abrahams, PhD, MBA, RD, is CEO & Founder of Qina, a personalised nutrition consultancy and platform founded in 2019. Qina gives food, ingredient, nutrition and health-tech companies market intelligence, research and access to a global network of experts.A dietitian by training, Mariëtte has more than 20 years of experience in clinical and medical nutrition. She led dietetics services in the NHS, then worked as Scientific & Medical Affairs Manager at Nestlé Healthcare Nutrition before founding her own personalised nutrition consultancy.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariette-abrahamsQina: https://www.qina.techABOUT THE SANNO HEALTH PODCASTConversations with experts in functional medicine, integrative health and nutrition, hosted by Ariadna Masó, founder & CEO of SANNO, a practice and research software platform with +3,000 professionals/clinics across Europe and UK.This episode is sponsored by SANNO, the practice and patient management platform for functional medicine and integrative health practitioners: https://www.sanno.healthThis podcast is for general information and education only and is not medical advice. It does not diagnose, treat or prevent any condition. Opinions expressed by guests are their own. Speak to a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any medication, diet or supplements.

Biological age is how old your cells and tissues behave, which can differ from your chronological age, or birthday. According to Dr. Monisha Bhanote, MD, an integrative pathologist, food, sleep, stress and movement can all influence that gap.Guest: Dr. Monisha Bhanote, MD, FCAP, ABOIM, quintuple board-certified physician, integrative pathologist and author of The Anatomy of Wellbeing.Host: Ariadna Masó, founder and CEO of SANNO.In this episode, you will learn:• Biological age vs chronological age: what the difference means and how it can be measured (DNA methylation, pace of aging)• Telomeres: what they are, and how stress and lifestyle may affect them• What a pathologist sees in cells under long-term strain• The gut microbiome and longevity: why variety matters• '30 plants a week': simple ways to widen the variety on your plate• Fermented foods, energy and mitochondria, and why she says the foundations come first00:00 Preview: cellular health00:48 Welcome and guest intro03:14 Biological vs chronological age04:30 How biological age is measured07:16 Telomeres and stress10:51 What stress does to a cell12:23 Chronic reflux under the microscope23:38 Gut microbiome and longevity27:35 Colon cancer in younger adults33:31 What cancer cells look like39:46 Our partners40:44 Where to start: the microbiome41:22 The 30-plants-a-week idea45:33 Probiotic-rich foods47:16 Energy, mitochondria and travel51:20 The golf ball that changed her path57:13 Rebuilding with botanicals1:00:56 Longevity in the next five years1:03:29 Where to find Dr. BhanoteAbout the guest: Dr. Monisha Bhanote, MD, FCAP, ABOIM, is a quintuple board-certified physician and integrative pathologist, author of The Anatomy of Wellbeing and founder of the WELLKULÅ Institute (USA). More at https://www.drbhanote.comThis episode is part of a cellular health series on the SANNO Health Podcast, brought to you by BodyBio and Amrita Nutrition Global. This podcast is for general information and education only and is not medical advice. It does not diagnose, treat or prevent any condition. Opinions expressed by guests are their own. Speak to a qualified healthcare professional before changing your diet, supplements or medication.

What is the right omega-6 to omega-3 ratio? Four to one, says Daniela Lawler and she argues almost nobody is close to it.Daniela Lawler is the first practitioner to bring micro-immunotherapy to the United States, specialising in mitochondrial therapy and lipid replacement therapy.In episode 2 of The Cell Code she explains why she believes 95% of people have cell membranes that are skewed and badly composed, why she would rather you ate fish than took fish oil, and why she thinks the root cause of chronic illness isn't the gut.We cover the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio your cell membranes need; the red cell fatty acid test and what 200+ of them showed her; why water that has sat in a bottle stops hydrating you at a cellular level; how indoor lighting tells your body it's noon inJune all day, every day; morning sunlight and cortisol; why she argues terrain medicine has been hijacked by the microbiome; and what the blue zones actually get right.Episode 2 of a three-part series on cellular health and longevity, in collaboration with BodyBio and Amrita Nutrition.Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gf6-Db1Oj7QExplore BodyBio at Amrita: https://amritanutrition.com/en/products?brands=5&order_by=popular&order=desc&order_name=1SANNO, practice and client management for functional medicine practitioners: www.sanno.healthGeneral information, not medical advice.

Aging accelerates during perimenopause - and most women are never told that, or that the transition can last up to ten years.Dr Mayoni Gooneratne spent years as an NHS surgeon before walking away from the operating theatre. Her reason was simple: she kept performing major operations on people she knew would be back, and she wanted to work further upstream.In this conversation she lays out the model she now uses with every woman who comes into her clinic. Your health is a house - soil, foundations, walls, roof, heating, a light switch, windows, and the weather outside. Hormones are only one room in it, which is why she stopped simply prescribing more of them.We get into what happens to progesterone in perimenopause and why it can disappear inside a single year; why brain fog and fatigue are hallmark indicators of metabolic dysfunction rather than stress; the difference between the inflammation that heals you and the kind that never switches off; where most of it starts; and a clear-eyed read on GLP-1 - the inflammation research, the microdosing question, and what worries her about buying it online.Plus the line most likely to start an argument: skipping breakfast until two in the afternoon is not fasting.Dr Mayoni Gooneratne is a former NHS surgeon and Executive Medical Director at PHC Personalised Health Clinics, London.Episode 1 of our cellular health series with BodyBio and Amrita Nutrition Global.General information, not medical advice.#longevity #menopause #GLP1

🎙️ Menopause is not a disease: it's a whole-body recalibration. And yet, so many women are still not getting the full picture. In our latest episode of the SANNO Health Podcast , in collaboration with Amrita Nutrition Global, host Ariadna Masó sits down with functional nutrition practitioner Ruth Jamieson to decode perimenopause and menopause the way it deserves to be talked about. 🌿What you'll take away:✅ Why progesterone drops first and why that matters.✅ The gut-hormone connection you can't ignore.✅ How stress, thyroid & insulin resistance overlap with menopause symptoms.✅ A foundational supplement stack for perimenopausal women.✅ Why muscle is the #1 longevity lever for women over 40.Whether you're a practitioner, going through this transition yourself, or supporting someone who is: this one's for you.*Note: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare professional before making health decisions.*#menopause #hormonehealth #evidencebased #functionalnutrition

Is your brain health being affected by hidden inflammation? In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between neuroinflammation, gut health, and the lifestyle choices that may influence your cognitive well-being.We are joined by Dr. Didar Reimer, a functional medicine expert and founder of Health Clinic, who shares her professional journey and evidence-based insights into how systemic inflammation can impact the brain.Dr. Reimer explains the "gut-brain axis," the role of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, and why addressing the root cause of symptoms like brain fog and fatigue is essential for long-term health.Key topics discussed include:What neuroinflammation is and how it relates to the spinal cord.The surprising link between blood sugar regulation and brain function.How the gut lining and "leaky gut" (LPS) can trigger immune responses in the brain.The impact of hormonal shifts, such as estrogen and progesterone decline, on mental clarity.Why exercise might be the most potent tool for neuroplasticity and memory.If this episode helped you, subscribe and share it with someone who might need it. Let us know in the comments what resonated most with you.Learn more about Sanno Health: www.sanno.healthLearn more about Amrita Nutrition: https://amritanutrition.com/en/MedicalDisclaimer:This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.#neuroinflammation #brainhealth #functionalnutrition #evidencebased #brain #dopamine #serotonin #practitioners

Worried about LDL cholesterol and heart disease risk? In this episode, we unpack what cholesterol can (and can’t) tell you and why inflammation and the right assessments may matter more than a single lab value.Host Ariadna Masó sits down with Dr. Eric Dorninger (functional medicine educator and clinician) for a clear, evidence-based conversation on cholesterol myths, statins, and what to consider when thinking about cardiovascular prevention. Eric shares how his own health journey shaped his approach and why asking “why is this happening?” can change the whole plan.You’ll learn about:Can you have “normal” LDL and still be at high risk?Why cholesterol is often a poor predictor on its own (and what a heart scan / coronary calcium scan can show)Statins and the mevalonate pathway (including links to CoQ10, vitamin K2, and energy production)How insulin resistance may be driven by multiple inflammatory triggers (sleep, gut, diet, stress, more)Practical factors discussed in the episode, including sleep apnea, dental infections, and blood sugar regulationIf this episode helped you, subscribe and share it with someone who might need it. Let us know in the comments what resonated most with you.Learn more about Sanno Health: www.sanno.healthLearn more about Amrita Nutrition: https://amritanutrition.com/en/Follow Eric Dorninger (Instagram): @drericdorningerEric’s YouTube/podcast mentioned: The Vitality HourThis content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your doctor or qualified health professional before making important decisions about your health.#HeartHealth #Cholesterol #FunctionalMedicine #EvidenceBased #SannoHealth #AmritaNutrition

Fertility isn’t isolated gut health, insulin resistance, and chronic stress can all influence hormones, cycle regularity, and reproductive health. In this episode, we explore what an evidence-based, functional approach to fertility care can look like.Host Ariadna Masó sits down with Sofi Teleky, a women’s health functional practitioner, to unpack why fertility challenges are often connected to metabolic health and inflammation, and what that may mean for symptoms like irregular cycles, PCOS, and thyroid-related issues.In this conversation, you’ll learn:How insulin resistance may relate to PCOS and fertilityWhy gut health matters (and what it can influence)Signs that may warrant a closer look at thyroid health (including Hashimoto’s)Practical ways to think about cycle tracking, stress, and lifestyle factorsWhy fertility may act as a broader “barometer” of overall healthIf this episode helped you, subscribe and share it with someone who might need it. And tell us in the comments: what insight resonated most?Learn more about Amrita Nutrition: https://amritanutrition.com/en/Learn more about Sanno Health: https://www.sanno.health/Listen to more episodes of SANNO Health podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@sanno.healthThis content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your doctor or qualified health professional before making important decisions about your health.#fertility #guthealth #insulinresistance #womenshealth #reproductivehealth #femalehealth #functionalmedicine #hormones

Low-grade inflammation plays a major role in cardiovascular health and longevity, often developing silently over time.In this episode, we explore how inflammation, cholesterol quality and vascular health are interconnected, and what may influence heart health as we age.Ariadna Masó is joined by David Brassey, practitioner, nutritional therapist, and founder of Amrita Nutrition, to discuss cardiovascular health from a functional and evidence-based perspective. Together, they cover how low-grade inflammation can affect blood vessels, why cholesterol isn’t inherently “bad” and why looking beyond total cholesterol may offer deeper insights into cardiovascular health.In this conversation, you’ll learn about:Low-grade inflammation and its role in cardiovascular agingWhy cholesterol particles matter more than total cholesterolThe importance of the glycocalyx and microvascular healthLifestyle factors that may influence inflammation, including exercise and nutritionHow cardiometabolic testing can help assess cardiovascular riskThe role of diet quality, fats, polyphenols and metabolic health in heart healthStudy Highlight:David discusses research showing that Nattokinase was associated with a 37% reduction in artery plaque size over six months. You can learn more about the study here: https://bit.ly/45NRdsCIf this episode helped you better understand cardiovascular health, subscribe to the channel and share it with someone who might find it useful. Let us know in the comments what stood out most for you.Chapters00:00:00 Why low-grade inflammation drives heart disease00:01:48 David's story: from PT to cardiometabolic specialist00:11:29 How David measures cardiovascular inflammation00:13:05 Cholesterol particles, blood sugar & metabolic risk00:14:06 Lifestyle drivers: exercise and dietary fats00:16:12 What the glycocalyx is and why it matters00:19:45 Stress, poor sleep and damage to the glycocalyx00:22:48 Efficient cardio: 10–12 minutes, three times per week00:25:37 Training the glycocalyx with targeted exercise00:40:41 Oral microbiome, mouthwash and heart health00:43:41 Microbiome-friendly toothpaste and gum health00:52:33 Key takeaways and where to startLearn more about Amrita Nutrition: https://bit.ly/49MBn3QLearn more about SANNO Health: https://bit.ly/3LEogIQFind out more about the supplements David refers to in this episode:- Nattovena 4000 FU - 90 Capsules | Arthur Andrew Medical Amrita SKU:AAM_05-90: https://bit.ly/Nattovenaspotify - Vascanox HP - 60 Capsules | Calroy Health Sciences. Amrita SKU:CLY_002: https://bit.ly/3YDsLpZ - Arterosil HP - 60 Capsules | Calroy Health Sciences Amrita SKU:CLY_001: https://bit.ly/49RuQF4Medical disclaimer:This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your practitioner or qualified health professional before making important decisions about your health.#inflammation #hearthealth #evidencebased #HealthPodcast #cardiovascularhealth

🎙️ Season Finale: Fertility Facts & Myths 🌍 Key Facts on Fertility: Did you know 1 in 6 people globally experience infertility? (WHO, 2023) In this episode of SANNO Health, host @ariadna.maso speaks with nutritionist and certified fertility practitioner Raquel Monroy (@raquelmonroynutrition) to we break down: - Top Fertility Myths - Practical Tips - Steps to support your fertility journey Listen now to get science-backed insights and actionable advice! #Fertility #Womenshealth #Guthealth #FertilitySupport #FertilityJourney #FertilityMyths #ReproductiveHealth #WomensHealthMatters #HealthPodcast #HealthMatters #ScienceBacked