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Just As Well, The Women's Health Podcast

Women's Health UK

187 episodes

Just As Well is the wellness podcast for women who want real science, practical advice and a proper good chat.

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Hosted by Vicky Pattison and Women’s Health UK editor-in-chief Claire Sanderson, it brings together leading experts who make the science make sense and inspirational celebrities sharing the wellness habits and choices that work for them.

From hormones and gut health to strength, sleep and mental wellbeing, Vicky and Claire get into the questions women are asking, with honest conversations, useful takeaways and plenty of laughs.

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  1. Dani Dyer: “I cried every day” — motherhood, body image and finding confidence

    · 38 min · Explicit

    Dani Dyer opens up to Vicky Pattison and Claire Sanderson about the parts of motherhood she found hardest to talk about. She had imagined a very different birth, and after an emergency C-section, struggled with the…

  2. Vicky Pattison: “I share everything” | PMDD, ADHD & fertility

    · 53 min

    Vicky Pattison takes her seat beside Claire Sanderson as the new co-host of Just As Well — and she’s got plenty to say. In a candid, funny and deeply personal conversation, Vicky talks PMDD, exploring an ADHD…

  3. Vicky Pattison is joining Claire Sanderson on Just As Well!

    · 3:33 · Trailer

    We’re so excited to share that Vicky Pattison is joining Claire Sanderson as the new co-host of Just As Well. Together, they’ll bring you real science, practical advice and great chat about women’s health and…

  4. Gemma and Claire: The Clips We Still Talk About

    · 45 min

    From candid confessions to brilliant one-liners, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson look back on some of their favourite Just As Well moments together. Hear Gemma tease Claire about being shy, Kate Moyle explain…

  5. Jessie J: The Year That Changed Everything

    · 1 h 07 min

    We’re revisiting one of Claire’s all-time favourite Just As Well conversations: her honest, funny and deeply moving interview with Jessie J. Jessie talks Claire through the year that changed everything, including her…

  6. Lucy Shuker: Resilience, Recovery and Life Beyond Elite Sport

    · 36 min

    Lucy Shuker is one of Britain’s most successful wheelchair tennis players. After a motorbike accident at 21 left her paralysed, Lucy rebuilt her life through sport—going on to compete at the highest level, win…

  7. Liz Earle MBE: “I’m 63, But My Biological Age Is 39 — Here’s Exactly What I Do”

    · 1 h 08 min

    How does Liz Earle MBE look and feel so incredible at 63 — and how did biological-age tests suggest she is 39? In this brilliantly honest and hugely practical episode of Just As Well, Liz takes Claire Sanderson…

  8. Hannah Waddingham on Resilience, Reinvention and Finding Your Voice

    · 44 min

    By popular demand, we’re revisiting one of the most popular episodes of Just As Well: Claire’s conversation with Hannah Waddingham. The Emmy-winning actor and singer talks candidly about resilience, confidence,…

  9. HYROX athlete Lucy Procter on ADHD, PMDD and the Pressure to Perform

    · 41 min

    Lucy Procter is one of the world’s leading HYROX athletes. At just 23, she has already competed at the highest level — but behind her remarkable rise is a story of late diagnosis, masking, burnout and learning to…

  10. Clara Amfo: “I Feel Powerful” — Her Health Reset, ADHD Diagnosis and Running Journey

    · 43 min

    Clara Amfo joins Claire Sanderson for an honest, funny and inspiring conversation about the health reset that has changed how she feels in her body and her everyday life. After years of running on and off, Clara…

  11. GLP-1s, Food Noise and the Return of the Smaller Body

    · 45 min

    GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are everywhere — but are they the answer to food noise, cravings and long-term health? Claire Sanderson speaks to nutritionist and author Kim Pearson about what GLP-1 medications can and cannot…

  12. The HRT Cancer Fear: What Dr Louise Newson Says We’ve Got Wrong

    · 52 min

    Dr Louise Newson challenges the belief that HRT automatically increases breast cancer risk—and explains why the type of hormone, the dose, and the individual woman all matter. She discusses: • What the famous 2002…

  13. Your Libido Isn’t Broken: Kate Moyle on Sex, Desire and Feeling Like Yourself Again

    · 59 min

    Sex psychotherapist Kate Moyle returns to Just As Well to answer the questions women are often too embarrassed to ask. From a disappearing libido, stress and motherhood to menopause, orgasms, body confidence,…

  14. How to Age Better: Dr Tamsin Lewis on Stress, HRT, Supplements and the Longevity Myths to Ignore

    · 55 min

    Living longer is one thing — but how do we make sure those extra years are healthy, strong and fulfilling? Dr Tamsin Lewis joins Claire Sanderson on Just As Well to cut through the longevity hype and share what…

  15. Why Is My Hair Falling Out? Trichologist Annabel Kingsley on What Really Works

    · 45 min

    Noticing more hair in your brush, a thinner ponytail or widening around your parting? Hair loss can be frightening – but understanding what’s causing it is the first step towards tackling it. In this episode of Just…

  16. How to Make Your Doctor Listen: Cherry Healey on the Symptoms Women Ignore

    · 45 min

    Have you ever gone to the doctor knowing something wasn’t right, only to feel dismissed? Women’s health advocate Cherry Healey joins Claire Sanderson on Just As Well to explain why women are still struggling to be…

  17. ADHD, Health Anxiety and the Hidden Harm of Overdiagnosis

    · 1 h 07 min

    Can a diagnosis sometimes do more harm than good? Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson are joined by consultant neurologist and bestselling author Suzanne O’Sullivan to explore why more people are receiving medical…

  18. Gabby Allen on Mental Resilience, Strength Training and Why Consistency Beats Perfection

    · 48 min

    Live from a special Just As Well event, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with fitness coach, entrepreneur and Celebrity SAS winner Gabby Allen. Gabby shares the experiences that shaped her mindset – from…

  19. Why Women Are Running On Empty | Dr Zoe Williams on Stress, Burnout & Mental Load

    · 53 min

    Why do so many women feel exhausted, overwhelmed and unable to switch off — even when life looks “good” on paper? In this episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with Dr Zoe Williams for…

  20. Kate Rowe-Ham: Why Midlife Women Need Strength, Confidence & Community More Than Ever

    · 59 min

    Is midlife really a time to slow down—or could it be your strongest chapter yet? In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson is joined by women's strength and longevity coach, bestselling author and podcast host…

  21. Ashley James: Motherhood, Body Image, Birth Trauma & Why Women Need to Stop Shrinking Themselves

    · 59 min

    Ashley James joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about motherhood, body confidence, women's health and finding your voice. Known for her broadcasting career,…

  22. The Truth About Carbs, Fat Loss and Sustainable Fitness with Oyinda Okunowo

    · 29 min

    Fitness coach, Gymshark athlete and content creator Oyinda Okunowo joins Just As Well to talk about building a healthier relationship with fitness—and why getting results doesn't have to mean cutting out everything you…

  23. Dr Shireen on Perimenopause, Burnout & Why Women Ignore Symptoms

    · 51 min

    Women’s health expert and GP Dr Shireen joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson to discuss why so many women dismiss symptoms, delay seeking help and struggle to prioritise their own health. From perimenopause and…

  24. Michelle Heaton: Addiction, Menopause and Finding Sobriety

    · 58 min

    Michelle Heaton joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson for one of the most powerful episodes of Just As Well. From her rise to fame in Liberty X to the pressures of life in the spotlight, Michelle reflects on the…

  25. Laura Hoggins: Why Pilates Isn’t Enough

    · 1 h 05 min

    Laura Hoggins, aka Laura Biceps, joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson to talk strength training, Pilates, muscle, midlife fitness and why women need to stop fearing weights. Laura explains why Pilates and yoga…

  26. Hannah Waddingham on confidence, motherhood, menopause and Ted Lasso

    · 44 min

    In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson sits down with actor Hannah Waddingham for a candid conversation about confidence, motherhood, menopause and the long road to success. Hannah reflects on why she was…

  27. Dr Giles Yeo: Obesity, Food Noise and the Truth About GLP-1s

    · 1 h 06 min

    In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson are joined by Dr Giles Yeo — obesity expert, geneticist and bestselling author — for a powerful conversation on the science of weight. Together,…

  28. He Pretended to Love Me — Then Stole My Life Savings

    · 52 min

    In this powerful episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson speaks to Tracy Hall — author, financial wellness advocate and senior marketing leader — about the devastating romance fraud that changed her life. After…

  29. Skin in Your 30s, 40s & Beyond: What Really Works with Dr Sophie Shotter

    · 1 h 03 min

    What does your skin actually need — and what’s just hype? In this episode, Claire Sanderson sits down with Dr Sophie Shotter, award-winning aesthetic doctor and President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine,…

  30. Burnout, Cortisol and Chronic Stress: Nahid De Belgonne Explains How to Reset Your Body

    · 44 min

    What does chronic stress actually do to your body — and how can you start to feel better? In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson speaks to Nahid De Belgonne, founder of The Human Method, about nervous…

  31. Abbie Ward: Rugby, Motherhood & Resilience

    · 44 min

    Abbie Ward joins Just As Well to talk about life as a Red Rose, the evolution of women’s rugby, motherhood, pregnancy and returning to elite sport. In this episode, Abbie opens up about her journey into rugby, the…

  32. This Is Messing With Your Hormones

    · 49 min

    How much are everyday products affecting your hormones? In this episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson speak to functional medicine health coach Kirsty Smith about endocrine disruptors hidden in…

  33. Hormones, HRT, Libido & mood with The Menopause Medic

    · 1 h 00 min

    This week on Just as Well, Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson sit down with Dr Fionnuala Barton, The Menopause Medic, for a fascinating conversation about perimenopause, menopause and hormone health. From HRT and…

  34. Angela Scanlon on Motherhood, Burnout and Learning to Slow Down

    · 59 min

    This week on Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson sits down with broadcaster, author and podcaster Angela Scanlon for a deeply honest conversation about motherhood, burnout and finding balance. Angela shares how she…

  35. Rita Ora on Sleep, Supplements, Strength & Longevity | Just As Well

    · 45 min

    Rita Ora joins Claire Sanderson on Just As Well following her Women’s Health cover shoot to talk all things wellness, strength and longevity. In this honest and energising conversation, Rita shares how turning 30…

  36. The Longevity Expert: Autoimmunity, Inflammation & Health Span — What Actually Helps

    · 1 h 00 min

    What does “health span” really mean — beyond the buzzword? In this episode, we dive into autoimmunity, chronic inflammation and the everyday habits that can support long-term health in the real world. . We explore…

  37. Alison Lomax: Leading YouTube, Letting Go of Perfection & Backing Yourself

    · 45 min

    What happens when you stop waiting to feel “ready”? . Alison Lomax, Managing Director of YouTube UK & Ireland, joins Just As Well to talk about leadership, imposter syndrome and the confidence gap women face at work.…

  38. Jodie Ounsley on Grief, Gladiators & The Strength You Can’t Train For

    · 39 min

    Jodie Ounsley may be known to millions as Gladiators’ Fury — powerful, fearless and unstoppable — but in this deeply honest conversation, she shares the strength that doesn’t come from the gym. . Joining Gemma…

  39. Kate Ferdinand on Body Dysmorphia and the Pressure to Be Slim

    · 43 min

    Kate Ferdinand joins Just As Well, the Women’s Health Podcast for an honest conversation about body image, mental health and the growing pressure to be slim. . Kate opens up about living with body dysmorphia, the…

  40. The One Supplement Most Women Are Missing

    · 44 min

    What if one simple supplement could support better sleep, stress resilience, cravings and energy — and most women aren’t getting enough of it? . Nutritionist and naturopath Rhian Stephenson joins Gemma Atkinson and…

  41. Millie Mackintosh on Shame, Sobriety & Why She Had to Stop Drinking

    · 56 min

    Millie Mackintosh opens up about the panic attack that ended her drinking, the “grey area” of alcohol use, and how sobriety changed her motherhood, mental health, and sense of self. She also shares her ADHD diagnosis,…

  42. Menopause and ADHD: Understanding Midlife Brain Fog, Anxiety and Focus

    · 57 min

    Why does ADHD feel harder during perimenopause and menopause — and why does your brain suddenly feel so different? In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson are joined by menopause expert…

  43. GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Explained: Benefits, Risks and Reality. A Doctor’s unfiltered guide.

    · 54 min

    Ozempic. Wegovy. Mounjaro. Miracle drugs — or a health red flag? . Dr Zoe Williams joins Gemma Atkinson and Women’s Health UK editor-in-chief Claire Sanderson to reveal what GLP-1 drugs really do to your body and…

  44. Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable for Women in Midlife

    · 1 h 08 min

    What if almost everything you’ve been told about women’s fitness is wrong? . In this episode of Just As Well, hosts Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson, Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health UK, sit down with world-leading…

  45. Jessie J on Breast Cancer, ADHD, and the Fight to Stay Here

    · 1 h 07 min

    Jessie J joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson on Just As Well for a raw, funny, and deeply moving conversation about the year that changed everything. In this episode, Jessie opens up about her 2025 breast cancer…

  46. Best Of Just As Well: What We’ve Learned So Far

    · 34 min

    In this special reflective episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson look back on some of their favourite, most talked-about and eye-opening conversations from the podcast so far. . From longevity…

  47. Megan Grubb: "Stop trying to shrink yourself"

    · 55 min

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  48. Built Differently: Three Rugby World Champions on Power, Periods & Pushing the Limits

    · 47 min · Bonus

    Live from the AO Arena, before England’s netball test against New Zealand, we sat down with three World Cup-winning Red Roses: Amy Cokayne, Holly Aitchison and Mo Hunt for one of our most powerful episodes yet. We…

  49. ‘I Won’t Pass This On to My Daughter’: Oti Mabuse on Body Dysmorphia, Motherhood and Owning Her Voice

    · 48 min

    This episode has it all: dancing in the kitchen, spicy food, and a toddler who might already be smarter than us. We’re talking love, laughter, motherhood, and why South African wine definitely belongs on a desert…

  50. Pregnant & Powerful: Busting Fitness Myths from Bump to Beyond

    · 45 min

    Kat Suchet - CEO & Founder of Hatch Athletic Ltd - joins us for an honest, evidence-based conversation about training during pregnancy, returning to fitness after birth, and the myths that still scare women away from…

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