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.
288 episodes transcribedOver the last two years, there’s been a rise in “immune-boosting” foods, supplements and trends. Today's guest, immunologist Dr. Jenna Macciochi, beli...
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...
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 mis...
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...
Menopause can disrupt sleep, emotions, and intimacy. Yet much of this remains taboo. Whilst every woman will go through menopause, these highly person...
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 yea...
Today we’re discussing mushrooms. Neither animal nor plant, mushrooms are entirely unique. Their novel chemistry provides us with powerful - and often...
Protein-rich diets have been popular for some time. Everything from chocolate bars to ice cream promises to be ‘high protein’. Influencers and media o...
Today we’re discussing ultra processed food. Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are everywhere. Many of us eat them over and over again without really unde...
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...
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 suga...
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 epi...
Today, we’re discussing Antibiotics. These incredible medicines target bacterial infections and save countless lives, but they don’t discriminate - ki...
The internet is panicking that seed oils cause inflammation and disease. Yet, they're everywhere. Canola, sunflower, safflower oil - these are all see...
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...
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 me...
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 sa...
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 a...
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...
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 v...
