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ZOE Science & Nutrition

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.

333 episodes transcribed

Health & Fitness

Is eating like our ancestors the key to better health? What the Paleo diet gets right, and the 5 ancient diet claims that are dangerously wrong for your heart and gut health | Dr James Cole & Dr Federica Amati

Episode Date: July 9, 2026

We all want to eat healthier. The Paleo diet promises exactly that: eat like our ancestors, avoid modern foods, and improve your health. But does it r...

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Most replayed moment: Why breast cancer screening should be personalised | Dr. Thais Aliabadi

Episode Date: July 7, 2026

Today we’re talking about breast cancer. Here at ZOE, we know that health is deeply personal - and breast cancer risk is no different. Your likelihoo...

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How to build a better brain: The 5 foods you need to protect your memory, mood and to cut dementia risk | Prof Felice Jacka & Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: July 2, 2026

Can food improve brain health, memory and mood? In this episode, Prof Felice Jacka and Prof Tim Spector explore how diet, the gut microbiome and fer...

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Most replayed moment: Blood pressure: the silent risk you shouldn’t ignore | Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: June 30, 2026

Today we’re talking about blood pressure. Most of us know that high blood pressure is bad — but surprisingly few of us understand what it actually me...

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LIVE Q&A: Your gut health, dementia and weight loss questions answered by Prof Tim Spector, Prof Sarah Berry & Dr Federica Amati

Episode Date: June 25, 2026

How quickly can you improve your gut health? Can diet help lower your risk of dementia? And what should you know about food labels and healthy weight...

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Most replayed moment: What The Science Says About Supplements | Prof Tim Spector & Prof Sarah Berry

Episode Date: June 23, 2026

Today, we’re talking about supplements. We’ve all seen them; the multivitamins, the fortified foods, the neatly packaged powders promising improved e...

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The 4 rules to protect your muscle, bones and brain health when using Ozempic and other weight loss injections | Dr Federica Amati

Episode Date: June 18, 2026

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro can help people lose weight. But what should you eat on GLP-1 drugs to avoid side effects, protect muscle, and maintain r...

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Most replayed moment: Easy Steps to Reduce Inflammation and Slow Ageing | Professor Janet Lord

Episode Date: June 16, 2026

Today we’re talking about what causes ageing. Here’s an important term you may not have heard before: inflammaging. It describes the link between chr...

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What inflammation is really doing to your mind, body and 5 ways to protect your brain | Prof Ed Bullmore

Episode Date: June 11, 2026

Could inflammation be causing low mood, anxiety, depression, or even affecting your risk of dementia? Emerging science suggests that inflammation in...

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Most replayed moment: How to Balance Sunlight and Suncream | Professor John McGrath

Episode Date: June 9, 2026

Today we’re talking about skin and sunlight. Skin and sunlight have a complicated relationship. Sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D, which is...

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How to unlock the secret power of the mushrooms to heal your gut, cut cholesterol and protect your brain | Prof Robin May

Episode Date: June 4, 2026

Could mushrooms hold the secret to better gut health, lower cholesterol, and can they protect your brain? Today, Professor Robin May, a leading micro...

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Most replayed moment: The Impact of Ultra-Processed Food on Young People | Dr Andy Chan

Episode Date: June 2, 2026

Today we’re exploring the impact of ultra-processed foods on young people. One of the big reasons ultra-processed foods have become so widespread is...

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Why you can't stop eating: The science of cravings, food addiction and 5 ways to regain control | Michael Pollan & Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: May 28, 2026

If you feel like you can’t stop eating, constantly crave junk food, or struggle with overeating, this episode will change how you see food. Michael...

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Most replayed moment: Which Wellness Trends Are Worth Your Time? | Liz Earle & Dr Federica Amati

Episode Date: May 26, 2026

Today we’re talking about wellness trends. Social media has supercharged the wellness world, with new trends popping up and spreading faster than eve...

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10 million deaths predicted but science is fighting back! The secret gut viruses that attack cancer, fight infection and slow aging | Prof Martha Clokie & Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: May 21, 2026

10 million deaths a year. That is how many people are predicted to die from antibiotic-resistant infections if we do not find new treatments. In to...

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Most replayed moment: Ice Baths: Science or Fad? | Susanna Søberg & Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: May 19, 2026

Today, we’re diving into one of the most requested topics we’ve ever had: cold water therapy. Cold showers, ice baths and wild winter swimming have e...

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Is your gut making hay fever, seasonal allergies, eczema and food intolerances worse? Here are 5 ways to fight back | Prof. Adam Fox

Episode Date: May 14, 2026

Allergies have tripled - with hay fever, seasonal allergies, eczema and food intolerances now affecting millions of people. But why are allergy sympto...

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Most replayed moment: Is Our Food System Making Us Sick? | Prof Brian Elbel & Prof Tim Spector

Episode Date: May 12, 2026

Today, we’re zooming out to look at the bigger picture. On this podcast, we often talk about things that you can do to improve your diet. However, yo...

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How 'boosting' your immune system increases inflammation and 4 ways to support balance instead | Dr Giulia Enders

Episode Date: May 7, 2026

What if boosting your immune system is the wrong goal? Today, Dr Giulia Enders explains how boosting immunity may increase inflammation and why your...

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Most replayed moment: Do You Have High-Functioning Depression? | Dr Judith Joseph & Professor Sarah Berry

Episode Date: May 5, 2026

Today, we’re shining a light on a lesser-known form of depression. When we imagine depression, we often think of someone unable to get out of bed, so...

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