Eating for optimal health, with Heather Small and Dr Sunni Patel

The interview: Holly chats to M People's Heather Small and gut health expert Dr Sunni Patel, who were introduced at a party via mutual friend Sinitta and bonded over their love of veganism and good food. They discuss finding a balance between eating healthily and treating yourself, why their friendship works so well despite the age gap, and how their migrant backgrounds influence their cooking – plantain nachos anyone?Sunni also shares his struggle with Crohn's and advises what to eat (and not to eat) for optimal wellbeing whilst Heather explains how she stays in such great shape at 56 despite not following a restrictive diet or watching her weight.Coming up next week: On Tuesday, Holly and Molly kick off a month of Christmas reviews so you know where to shop for your festive treats, whilst Thursday's interview is with One Planet Pizza's Mike and Joe following their appearance on Mary Berry's new show - Love To Cook. Music by Purple Planet  Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.