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SubscribersMost women will recognize one or two symptoms of menopause - the infamous hot flashes or weight gain. But there’s also brittle nails, tingling in your hands and changes to your taste buds. In fact, th...
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Recap: Strengthen your bones and avoid osteoporosis | Professor Tim Spector & Professor Cyrus Cooper
How strong is your skeleton? It’s a tough question - and often, we only find out the answer when a bone breaks. The reality is, many of us have weak bones. Osteoporosis affects one in four people over...
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We waste a shocking 40% of the food we buy. We throw away foods like carrot tops, beet greens, and spent coffee grounds. These ‘food scraps’ stuff our landfills and drain our pockets. But we can eat t...
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Stress can come from any direction. Mounting deadlines at work, a romantic tiff at home, even something as simple as missing our bus can send our brain and body into a state of tension. We all experie...
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- 3 weeks ago
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The COVID-19 pandemic is in the rear-view mirror, so what did we learn about mask wearing, vaccines and prevention? And how can you stay healthy to face a future pandemic?
Professor Tim Spector, one ...
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- 4 weeks ago
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The heart is at the centre of everything within our bodies, constantly pumping oxygen and nutrients throughout our tissues and organs. We all know if our heart fails, we’re in trouble. However, we onl...
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1 in 3 people have anxiety. It’s the most common mental health disorder in the world. And many of us know what anxiety feels like: palms sweating before a job interview, losing your appetite before a ...
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- 1 month ago
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Today we’re discussing how the food we eat can lower cholesterol.
It’s an important question, as high cholesterol can increase our chances of developing heart disease. Around half of adults have high ...
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A good gynecologist is like a detective. She gathers evidence to diagnose infections. She uncovers the truth behind stages like puberty, pregnancy and perimenopause. Yet many women still feel that the...
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Did you know you can now buy ice cream with added protein? Even breakfast cereals are jumping on the trend, boasting an extra protein punch.
In nearly every supermarket aisle, you'll spot the catchy s...
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Over the last two years, there’s been a rise in “immune-boosting” foods, supplements and trends. Today's guest, immunologist Dr. Jenna Macciochi, believes the immune system doesn’t need boosting. Inst...
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Today we’re discussing why muscle strength is so important to our health.
Our guest tells us how it's possible to harness the power of your muscles to enhance your quality of life. Professor Karyn Ess...
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As adults, food shopping can be a minefield. But when it comes to feeding your kids, the stakes are even higher. Our food environment is rife with misinformation. Brightly coloured labels on packaged,...
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Today we're discussing how to build a healthy habit. Making changes to our lifestyle can be hard. Our behaviours are often hardwired, ingrained into a regular routine that is reluctant to budge. So, w...
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Menopause can disrupt sleep, emotions, and intimacy. Yet much of this remains taboo. Whilst every woman will go through menopause, these highly personal questions are hard to confront. Questions like:...
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Vitamin D is the world’s favorite supplement. Governments around the world recommend people take the supplement for at least six months out of the year. But do we really need these pills? Do they even...
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Today we’re discussing mushrooms. Neither animal nor plant, mushrooms are entirely unique. Their novel chemistry provides us with powerful - and often surprising - health benefits.
So, how can we take...
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Protein-rich diets have been popular for some time. Everything from chocolate bars to ice cream promises to be ‘high protein’. Influencers and media outlets seem to rave about the weight loss and musc...
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- 2 months ago
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Today we’re discussing ultra processed food.
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are everywhere. Many of us eat them over and over again without really understanding the detrimental impact they’re having on...
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- 2 months ago
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Your body has two brains. And your second brain is your gut. Many think the “gut” is only the stomach - but it’s a network of organs, working together to regulate many different areas of health. When ...
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- 2 months ago
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Today, we’re discussing sugar. It's well known that too much sugar is bad news. But for those of us with a sweet tooth, could swapping in natural sugar alternatives like honey be a healthier way to sa...
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- 2 months ago
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Humans have been in love with chocolate for thousands of years. But not all chocolate is created equal, both in terms of health and taste. In this episode, chocolate expert Spencer Hyman and Professor...
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- 3 months ago
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Today, we’re discussing Antibiotics. These incredible medicines target bacterial infections and save countless lives, but they don’t discriminate - killing off our good bacteria and impacting our gut ...
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- 3 months ago
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The internet is panicking that seed oils cause inflammation and disease. Yet, they're everywhere. Canola, sunflower, safflower oil - these are all seed oils.
So why is there so much fear? And are any ...
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- 3 months ago
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Today, we’re discussing the health benefits and potential harms of the world’s most popular drink - Coffee.
We drink 2 billion cups of the stuff every day. But how much coffee is bad for your health?
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Half of the world’s population will go through menopause. Yet research shows that a large proportion of women do not feel informed and equipped for menopause. In this episode, we reveal the results of...
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- 3 months ago
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Bread has been a staple of our diet for literally thousands of years.
Around the world, millions of us start the day with a slice of toast, enjoy a sandwich for lunch, or tuck into a burger bun for di...
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- 3 months ago
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Thirty plants this week, think you could do it? It might sound a lot, but it’s easier than you think. Fruit, veg, nuts, seeds, even coffee all count as plants.
Legendary chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingsta...
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- 3 months ago
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You’ve probably heard conflicting advice on how often to eat. I know I have. And have you ever wondered about the evidence behind eating 3 meals a day? Could 2, or 5 meals actually be healthier?
Profe...
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- 3 months ago
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Why do some people feel fine eating lots of carbs when others feel energy slumps? Is blood sugar to blame?
In this episode, we learn why blood sugar varies so much between people, and the tools to man...
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- 3 months ago
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Today we’re discussing Nuts. If you’ve heard that nuts are bad for you because they’re full of fat, then, you’re in for a surprise. Professor Sarah Berry has led large scale human studies to uncover h...
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Allergies are on the rise in both infants and adults. Many are calling it an epidemic. Allergies can limit your diet, cause irritation, and in some cases be life threatening.
In today’s episode, we d...
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- 4 months ago
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Today we discuss intermittent fasting with Professor Tim Spector, and Gin Stephens, New York Times best selling author of Fast. Feast. Repeat.
As many of you long term listeners will know, ZOE ran t...
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- 4 months ago
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Forty percent of people in the UK and US have high cholesterol. Knowing how to lower it can be confusing. In today’s episode, we simplify the science of cholesterol, drawing from ZOE’s 2021 PREDICT st...
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- 4 months ago
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There seem to be good arguments for and against eating dairy.
But how do we know what to listen to? Well at Zoe, we consult the latest research to draw our conclusions.
In this episode, our two resid...
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- 4 months ago
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Olive oil could transform your health. It regulates blood sugar, helps with weight management and prevents long-term disease. That is if it's the right kind of olive oil.
Distributor of the world’s fi...
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- 4 months ago
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While researching for his bestselling book, Food for Life, Tim dug deep into the new science around UPFs. We used to think they were unhealthy because of their high salt, fat and sugar levels. But the...
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- 4 months ago
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Rates of colorectal cancer have declined in people over 65 but doubled among people under 50 in the last few decades. By 2030 it’s expected to be the leading cancer-related death in this age group.
In...
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Let's take control of our blood sugar. We’ll dive into a conversation with Professor of Human Physiology, Javier Gonzalez. He explains which exercises can reduce your blood sugar spikes and dips - whi...
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- 4 months ago
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Did you know you can build muscle just as effectively with plant protein as with animal protein?
In this episode, nutritionist Simon Hill, and board-certified gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz, ex...
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- 5 months ago
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Today we’re finding out how to improve blood vessel health with New York Times best selling author, Dr. William Li.
Dr. Li has some simple steps we can take to not only slow down the deterioration of ...
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- 5 months ago
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Emulsifiers are common in our diets, enhancing the texture, appearance and shelf life of many foods. But are they safe?
In today’s episode, Jonathan and Federica uncover the surprising truth about emu...
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- 5 months ago
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Today we’re talking about pesticides. More specifically, about the surprising levels of pesticides found in some common foods.
Professor Tim Spector is here to tell us how to avoid giving these to our...
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- 5 months ago
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What do astronauts and cancer patients have in common?
Jonathan explores this fascinating connection with Dr. Jessica Scott, learning how six decades of NASA research is being used to help the recove...
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- 5 months ago
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Obesity is a physiological condition that can be managed with the right education and treatment.
In today's episode, Dr. Louis J. Aronne, a leading expert in obesity research, sheds light on the scien...
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- 5 months ago
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Our modern lifestyles mean that most of us don’t live our lives in sync with our circadian rhythms, which puts our health and well-being at risk. Eating and sleeping at the right time are important to...
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After the tragic news of Michael Mosley's passing, we are re-releasing our episode with him, originally released in March 2023:
If you had to do just one thing to improve your health, what would it be...
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- 6 months ago
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Meat consumption continues to be high in both the US and the UK. Yet many governments advise reducing meat consumption, particularly red meat, due to both environmental and health concerns.
In this e...
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Periods are taboo! Despite the fact that half of the world’s population experience them. This taboo has led to countless myths around the topic. “The internet’s gynecologist” Dr. Jen Gunter is here to...
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- 6 months ago
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55 million people suffer dementia worldwide with numbers expected to double every 20 years. Understanding the link between our heart health and brain function is critical, illuminating the profound im...
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The world’s top scientists explain the latest health, nutrition, and gut health research and translate it into practical advice to improve your health & weight. Join ZOE Science & Nutrition, on a journey of scientific discovery. Hosted by Jonathan Wolf.
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