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Beyond the Limits | Health and Performance Medicine

Dr Mike Forsythe | Dr Matt Clarke - Performance Medicine
Mental Health
Creatine
Skincare
Depression
Sports Performance
Hair Loss
Cognitive Performance
Dermatology
Loneliness
Obesity
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
Concussion Recovery
Kidney Health
Cancer Treatment
World Health Organization
Psychedelic Therapy
Glp-1 Medications
SPF
Sleep Medicine
Aging

Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike review the evidence behind health and wellness trends, revealing peak performance medicine insights and medical breakthroughs. Separating facts from fads with expert guests, Beyond the Limits helps you make informed decisions on your health. Live better with actionable insights on what might work for you, and what to avoid.

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Caffeine is an essential part of many people’s day to day life.

Is it beneficial? Or can it be dangerous? And is it turning us all into insomniacs?

Sleep expert Dr David Garley returns to Beyond the Limits to spill the beans on all things caffeine,... more

Hospital admissions due to lack vitamins and minerals are soaring, whilst adverts for vitamins and supplements are all over social media.

What's the evidence for multivitamins? Should we all be taking them every day?

To listen to the full episode, ... more

If 2025 was the year of mouth taping, protein and GLP1s, what does 2026 have in store?

Dr Matt and Dr Mike are joined by Dr Sophie Newton, a GP and medical content creator, to shake the magical 8 ball of wellness and predict what the year ahead mig... more

Performance medicine and health performance should start with sleep. Dr Matt and Dr Mike bust myths on sleep with expert Dr David Garley.

This microdose episode contains teasers on key insights into sleep. For the full, beyond the limits download, ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Sophie Newton
Expert in health and wellness trends, active on social media
Episode: Wellness Trends of 2026 with Dr Sophie Newton
Dr. Hugh Coyne
A GP and men's health expert
Episode: Testosterone & Men's Health - with Dr Hugh Coyne
Dr. James Kinross
Associate professor in colorectal surgery and author of Dark Matter, The New Science of the Microbiome
Imperial College London
Episode: The Science of the Microbiome: Understanding Your Gut with Dr. James Kinross
Dr. Hugh Harvey
Consultant Radiologist and expert in medical AI
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Episode: AI in Healthcare with Dr Hugh Harvey
Amy Perrin
Founder of the Marmalade Trust, awarded OBE for her work on loneliness.
Marmalade Trust
Episode: Loneliness Epidemic: Understanding the Crisis with Amy Perrin OBE #22
Dr. Robert Lloyd
Emergency medicine consultant and passionate blogger
Episode: Culture, High Performance, and AI - with Dr Robbie Lloyd #20
Dr. Anni Seaborne
Head of Dentistry at Bupa
Bupa
Episode: Dental Health with Dr Anni Seaborne #19
Dr. Harry Gasper
Oncology consultant based in Queensland, Australia
Episode: Cancer Risks & Treatments with Dr Harry Gasper #17
Nigel Pedlingham
Psychedelic facilitator and guide based in the Netherlands.
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Episode: Psychedelic Retreats with Nigel Pedlingham #16

Hosts

Mike Forsythe
Co-host of Beyond the Limits with a focus on health and performance medicine.
Matt Clark
Co-host of Beyond the Limits known for reviewing health trends and insights into performance medicine.
Dr. Matt
Co-host and medical expert focused on exploring wellness trends and evidence-based practices.
Dr. Mike
Co-host and medical expert with a passion for performance medicine and health breakthroughs.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
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    Really insightful info on all sorts with some good humour.

    Apple Podcasts
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    AdamGayton88
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Insightful discussions on health and wellness trends.
Hosts provide a good mix of humor and expertise.
Engaging content that separates fact from fad in health advice.
Valuable insights are shared by expert guests.

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Depression and tDCS: Current Affairs with Dr Kultar Garcha #11
Q: Kultar, you mentioned some of the results that you've found in the studies. Is this something that has gone through the rigor of scientific research?
Yes, there's a wealth of strong evidence supporting the use of tDCS for treating depression, including randomized double-blind trials.
Depression and tDCS: Current Affairs with Dr Kultar Garcha #11
Q: How does putting, as you say, the equivalent of 2 AA batteries and stimulating that part of the brain, how is that felt to be helpful?
When we target the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, we aim to stimulate it to function better, which can positively impact executive functioning and mood.
Sleep, and how to do it better, with Dr David Garley #14
Q: What are the most significant things that people are doing wrong regarding sleep hygiene?
Dr. Garley highlighted that people often respond to sleep struggles by extending their time in bed, which can actually make the problem worse, and emphasized the importance of behavioral adjustments instead.
Sleep, and how to do it better, with Dr David Garley #14
Q: Where did your interest in sleep medicine come from?
Dr. Garley expressed that his interest blossomed from working with sleep disorders in respiratory medicine, where the impacts of sleep could lead to significant improvements in patients' quality of life.
Vaping with Dr Marc Picot - No smoke without fire? #9
Q: Marc, why don't we actually get to the crux of it? We're talking about vaping, e-cigarettes. What are they? Are they the same thing?
Yes, vaping and e-cigarettes refer to the same thing, with e-cigarettes being powered by a battery device. Vapes are essentially electronic cigarettes.

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What is Beyond the Limits about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners can expect engaging discussions that combine expert opinions, scientific evidence, and trending topics in health and wellness. Key themes revolve around nutrition, supplements, and cutting-edge medical technology, with expert guests tackling complex issues such as sleep quality, heart health, testosterone's impact, and the microbiome's role in overall wellbeing. Notably, there is a consistent emphasis on actionable insights that equip audiences to make informed health decisions while debunking prevalent myths in the wellness space. This podcast stands out by focusing on a critical evaluation of popular health advice, which is likely to resonate with listeners seeking evidence-based solutions to enhance their lives.

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