



What are GLP-1 weight loss injections?
We’ve most likely all heard of GLP-1s, but what exactly are these ‘weight loss injections’? For our final Weight Loss 360° podcast episode of the series, Dr Anju Verma speaks to Helen to demystify these treatments and give us the facts. She tells us what GLP-1s are, how they work in the body, who…

Can I take a break from weight loss?
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…

Obstacles: how to overcome them
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 – mo…

Can I drink and still lose weight?
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 …

Hydration: how it helps with weight loss
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…

Can practising gratitude help me lose weight?
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 wei…

Stress: can it impact weight loss?
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 …

What is sleep apnoea?
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 wha…

Sleep: could it be a weight loss superpower?
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 everythi…

Could losing weight help with erectile dysfunction?
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 l…