
James Collier - critical thinking and nutrition
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01/09/25 • 67 min
When it comes to nutrition advice, there's so much information (and mis-information) out there that it's easy to become overwhelmed. That's where today's podcast guest comes in.
James Collier is the Co-Founder of Huel and now an author, with his new book "Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it".
In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen talk to James about how to separate nutrition fact from fiction, the importance of critical thinking and why eating with others is beneficial in some surprising ways.
We also find out James' three top tips for thriving as we start the new year with a bang.
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Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.
Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov
Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra
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When it comes to nutrition advice, there's so much information (and mis-information) out there that it's easy to become overwhelmed. That's where today's podcast guest comes in.
James Collier is the Co-Founder of Huel and now an author, with his new book "Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it".
In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen talk to James about how to separate nutrition fact from fiction, the importance of critical thinking and why eating with others is beneficial in some surprising ways.
We also find out James' three top tips for thriving as we start the new year with a bang.
With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready.
If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai.
How to Thrive events:
Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.
Visit our website to find out more.
Your How to Thrive hosts:
Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.
Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.
Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov
Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Visit our website to find out more.
Your How to Thrive hosts:
Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.
Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.
Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov
Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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