Happy Habit Podcast
Happy Habit Podcast

Happy Habit Podcast

Mathieu Norry

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A motivational exploration of all things health, science and wellbeing with presenter and biochemistry graduate Mathieu Norry. We look at psychology, philosophy, neuroscience and human biology amongst other subjects. New episodes are published every Monday and Thursday. Music credit goes to Purple Planet Music www.happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com

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# 550 - 7 FOODS that STOP leg cramps
DEC 1, 2025
# 550 - 7 FOODS that STOP leg cramps

Leg cramps can have many different causes, but its not always related to a lack of hydation or a failure to stretch. In fact leg cramps might be related to what you're NOT eating, thereby creating a deficiency which triggers cramps. So in this episode we talk about 7 foods you can eat today that can help reduce leg cramps. These easily accessible foods include: bananas, sweet potatoes, avocadoes, pumpkin seeds , greek yoghurt, watermelon and dark leafy greens. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872ECOrder Happy Habits for Mind and Body Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3KeQmGrOrder Kindle copy of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4c9T38fOrder US paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4bxczeTOrder UK paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://rb.gy/jtfea5Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcastAmazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcastSpotify https://https://open.spotify.com/show/2VKIhQK6mYTzLCO8haUoRdFollow the Happy Habit Podcast Website: https://happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com/Music used is Purple planet Music crediit goes to them

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# 549 - 7 Foods DESTROYING MUSCLE in those over 60
NOV 24, 2025
# 549 - 7 Foods DESTROYING MUSCLE in those over 60

Muscle loss with age is called sarcopenia and it affects almost one third of adults over 60 contributing to frailty, falls and reduced quality of life.

While exercise is crucial for maintaining muscle mass as you get older, in this episode we explore the 7 worst culprits lurking in your diet that will accelerate muscle decline, we are talking everything from refined sugar, trans fats, execessive alcohol consumption, to excess salt and more. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872ECOrder Happy Habits for Mind and Body Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3KeQmGrOrder Kindle copy of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4c9T38fOrder US paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4bxczeTOrder UK paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://rb.gy/jtfea5Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcastAmazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcastSpotify https://https://open.spotify.com/show/2VKIhQK6mYTzLCO8haUoRdFollow the Happy Habit Podcast Website: https://happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com/Music used is Purple planet Music crediit goes to them

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# 548 - Can you sleep TOO MUCH ?
NOV 17, 2025
# 548 - Can you sleep TOO MUCH ?

Too much or too little sleep is not good for you, as they can negatively affect your heart, so in this video we'll delve into this and show you how you can optimise your sleep for optimal heart health.

What is the ideal sleep range ? Those who sleep 6 - 8 hours have the lowest risk of cardiac problems, while if you sleep fewer than 6 hours you are at a 9 % increased risk of heart problems.. but really interestingly if you sleep more than 8 hours on a regular basis your risk of heart related health issues rockets by 33 % !! In this episode we exlore exactly what happens inside the body when you sleep too little or too much. In adequate sleep can affect blood pressure, metabolic dysfunction and inflammation. We also explore warning signs that you arent getting enough quality sleep and what you should be doing each night to ensure you get adequate sleep quality and quantity. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872ECOrder Happy Habits for Mind and Body Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3KeQmGrOrder Kindle copy of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4c9T38fOrder US paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4bxczeTOrder UK paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://rb.gy/jtfea5Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcastAmazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcastSpotify https://https://open.spotify.com/show/2VKIhQK6mYTzLCO8haUoRdFollow the Happy Habit Podcast Website: https://happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com/Music used is Purple planet Music crediit goes to them

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# 547 - WHY you wake up TIRED all the time
NOV 10, 2025
# 547 - WHY you wake up TIRED all the time

Why are you waking up tired even when you think you are doing the right things. Sleep quantity and sleep quality are not the same thing. Things like irregular bed time routines, blue light exposure and high carb meals before bed will all impact your sleep quality.

In this episode I discuss the steps you can take to enhance the quality of your sleep such as eating foods high in magnesium, B12 and Iron. Then theres chronic stress, this will mean that your body suffers from the effects of elevated cortisol so I outline some of the easy steps you can take to reset your nervous system so you can start to get the best quality sleep. The dangers of high carbohyrate foods : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi8hZFoFoJun_lLhULcYg5JWWeightloss series : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi-pO3W2hejnDUsgMQ9GPvpZThe health benefits fo exercise : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKlhyEANfi_vM1nbpcV-PlvWjSZ872ECOrder Happy Habits for Mind and Body Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3KeQmGrOrder Kindle copy of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4c9T38fOrder US paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://amzn.to/4bxczeTOrder UK paperback of Happy Habits for Mind and Body : https://rb.gy/jtfea5Listen to all previous podcast episodes of the Happy Habit Podcast via these podcast platforms :Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/happy-habit-podcastAmazon https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Habit-Podcast/dp/B08K5887J8Amazon music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/670836c2-ea4c-4a23-a67d-a54dd804ef61/happy-habit-podcastSpotify https://https://open.spotify.com/show/2VKIhQK6mYTzLCO8haUoRdFollow the Happy Habit Podcast Website: https://happyhabitpodcast.wordpress.com/Music used is Purple planet Music crediit goes to them

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