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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.
Episodes
- ZOE Science & Nutrition
How to tell if your poo is normal and the 5 warning signs you shouldn't ignore | Dr Trisha Pasricha
Most people think you need to poo every day to be healthy. You don’t. In this episode, we explain how to tell if your poo is normal, the warning signs you…
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Most replayed moment: Lessons from a 5000-year-old diet | Frank Maixner & Tim Spector
Today we’re going prehistoric. We have to stay sharp at ZOE. Nutritional science moves fast, so it’s important for us to stay up to date with new discoveries…
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The first 1000 days: The 5 ways early nutrition determines your future risk of obesity and heart disease | Prof Lucilla Poston & Dr Federica Amati
The blueprint for your life starts much earlier than you realise - long before you took your first breath, before your heart beat its first beat, before your…
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Most replayed moment: Reduce anxiety by improving your gut health | Uma Naidoo
Today we’re looking at a novel way to improve our mental health. If I’ve learnt anything from hosting this podcast, it’s just how interconnected all the…
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How to feed the 50 gut bacteria that shrink body fat, calm inflammation and cut cholesterol | Prof Nicola Segata & Prof Sarah Berry
Is gut health just about taking a probiotic? Or could the bacteria in your gut be shaping your body fat, inflammation and cholesterol? In this episode…
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Most replayed moment: Carbs: the good, the bad, and the misunderstood | Tim Spector
Today we’re talking about carbohydrates. Pasta, potatoes, fruit and beans - carbs crop up everywhere. However, few topics in nutrition cause as much confusion…
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Professor Tim Spector: I was wrong about Vitamin D & sunlight! The 7 health habits he's changed his mind about
What health habits actually protect your brain and long-term health? In this episode, Professor Tim Spector shares the seven health ideas he has changed his…
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Most replayed moment: What can we learn from the man who’s trying to live forever? | Bryan Johnson & Tim Spector
Today we’re exploring one of the most ambitious self-experiments in human history. Entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has spent over $2 million in an attempt to slow -…
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Tired, anxious, gaining weight? It could be your hormones | Dr Helen O’Neill
Hormones control almost every system in your body. They are like an orchestra playing, so when one instrument is a little off-key, it affects the whole system…
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Recap: How to build strength from the comfort of your home | Andy Galpin
Today we’re talking about strength. Building muscle doesn’t have to mean lifting heavy weights in a fancy gym. In fact, you can do it from the comfort of your…
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The 4 breathing secrets that will transform your health today | James Nestor
Most of us never question how we breathe. Yet many of us over-breathe or mouth-breathe without realising it. In this episode, investigative journalist and…
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Recap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry
Today, we’re taking a closer look at one of the world’s favourite breakfasts - oats. Depending on who you ask, oats are either a superfood or source for…
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7 snacks for a longer & healthier life | Prof Sarah Berry
Snacks make up a quarter of what most people eat. Yet most of us never question them. In this episode, Professor Sarah Berry, ZOE’s Chief Scientist, explains…
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Recap: How exercise slows brain ageing | Dr Wendy Suzuki
Today, we’re asking how we can boost our brain. Our brain is a living, morphing organ that is constantly responding to the stimuli we feed it. So the big…
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The #1 diet change to make today to fight chronic disease | Dr Mark Hyman
Chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity are killing more people than ever before. Could your diet be the biggest driver of this risk? Today…
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Recap: How to lower your risk of arthritis | Dr Tamiko Katsumoto
Today, we’re talking about arthritis. It might not sound as alarming as cancer or heart disease, but arthritis can quietly turn simple movements into painful…
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5 ways relationships change your gut health | Prof Tim Spector
Are modern habits around cleanliness, parenting, and social contact shaping your gut health more than you realise? In this episode, Professor Tim Spector…
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Recap: The hidden clock controlling your health | Professor Russell Foster
Today, we’re exploring circadian rhythms. Did you know you could eat the exact same meal at two different times of day and your body would respond drastically…
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4 lifestyle changes that lower high blood pressure | Dr Sanjay Gupta
High blood pressure is the number one risk factor for deaths globally. But what if your blood pressure numbers were only part of that story? In this episode…
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Recap: Fat: The full story | Sarah Berry
Today, we’re talking about fat. Since founding ZOE, I’ve actually started eating more fat. That might surprise you. Because for decades, we’ve been told to…
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4 foods that heal your gut and reduce inflammation (in as little as 24 hours!) | Dr Will Bulsiewisz
Heart disease, dementia, depression, diabetes: what do these conditions have in common? Dr Will Bulsiewicz, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling…
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Recap: How to maintain new habits in the New Year | Tara Swart & Sarah Berry
Today we’re talking about habits. Every January, millions of us set ambitious goals for the year ahead. Maybe you want to eat better, move more, stress less…
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5 daily habits of people who live longer | Dan Buettner
Would you like to stay healthy until you're 100? For most of us, the answer is, of course, yes. But why do some people live longer, and is it achievable? In…
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Recap: How your gut microbes could fight disease | Suzanne Devkota & Tim Spector
Inside each of us lives a bustling community of microbes; tiny organisms that outnumber our human cells. They’re there from the very moment we’re born, shaping…
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How to drink alcohol without destroying your health | Prof. David Nutt
Dry January often raises big questions: how much alcohol is actually safe, and do you need to stop drinking altogether to protect your health? In this episode…
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Recap: How to break bad habits and transform your health | Rich Roll & Tim Spector
Change is difficult. Our routines can feel locked in, our habits on autopilot, and the idea of a major lifestyle overhaul can seem impossible. However, Rich…
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What happens when you start eating healthy?
What really happens when you stop dieting and start eating healthy? In this episode, we hear from two real people who spent years trying to “do the right…
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Recap: We need to talk about metabolism | Shawn Stevenson & Tim Spector
We often hear people talk about metabolism - whether it’s fast, slow, strong, or sluggish. It’s one of those health buzzwords that’s often said, but rarely…
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8 ways to eat better in 2026 | Prof. Tim Spector and Prof. Sarah Berry
What if small changes to how you eat in 2026 could help you feel more energetic, less hungry, and more in control of your health? In this episode, we ask…
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Recap: Why you should stop counting calories | Giles Yeo
Calories. They’ve been at the heart of dieting advice for decades. Eat fewer, burn more, lose weight. simple, right? Except it’s not that simple. Calories only…
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ZOE’s best health tips of 2025 - Part 2
Welcome to part two of our Best of 2025 series - the moments that changed how our listeners think about their health and what they do on a day-to-day basis. In…
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Recap: Tips to help prevent Alzheimer’s | Drs. Ayesha & Dean Sherzai
Medical advances over the past century mean our bodies are living longer than ever. But our brains aren’t always keeping pace. Rates of Alzheimer’s are rising…
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ZOE’s best health tips of 2025 - Part 1
This special episode brings together the moments from 2025 that listeners told us had the biggest impact on how they eat, think, and feel. It’s been a year…
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Recap: Is it time for you to try fasting? | Dr Valter Longo & Tim Spector
Most of us have heard about the health benefits of fasting; from lowering disease risk to even slowing down ageing. The catch? Going without food is tough…
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Healthier holiday eating with smart food swaps | Dr Federica Amati
Christmas is a time of celebration, when friends and family gather to enjoy meals together. However, many of us overindulge, which leaves us feeling tired…
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Recap: The truth about artificial sweeteners | Eran Elinav & Tim Spector
Today we’re diving into the world of artificial sweeteners. Back in July 1982, Coca-Cola launched a groundbreaking new product: Diet Coke. A healthier…
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Sleep, stress and exercise: your longevity toolkit | Kayla Barnes-Lentz
Can science really help us live longer - and feel better while we age? In this episode, longevity expert Kayla Barnes-Lentz joins Jonathan and Dr Federica…
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Recap: Scrappy ways to eat healthier and save money | Carleigh Bodrug & Will Bulsiewicz
Today we’re talking about something we’re all guilty of: food waste. A forgotten yogurt at the back of the fridge, a stale hunk of bread, a bag of dry wilted…
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What to eat (and avoid) in a world full of plastic | Dr. Sabine Donnai
Plastic is everywhere. In our homes, on our streets, in our oceans. But recent research suggests it’s also inside us: in our blood, our organs, even our brain…
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Recap: Understanding endometriosis and PCOS | Dr Jen Ashton
Today we’re talking about gynaecological health. Conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome are more common than might think. Yet they’re…
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Fermented foods: what to eat to cut inflammation | Prof. Tim Spector
Are fermented foods the missing link in our health, or just the latest wellness trend? In this episode, Professor Tim Spector, a world-leading scientist in gut…
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Recap: Tips for a healthy immune system | Jenna Macciochi
Today we’re diving into our immune health. You can think of your immune system as your body’s personal physician. Diligently working around the clock to…
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How learning to savour flavour can transform your health | Spencer Hyman
Is flavour just a sensory experience? Or the secret key to eating for health? In this episode, Spencer Hyman, flavour expert and co-founder of Cocoa Runners…
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The science of winter depression with Prof. Debra Skene – leading chronobiologist
Try ZOE’s NEW app and gut health test: ZOE.com Winter is almost here! Temperatures are dropping, clouds are descending, and the clocks have changed. Many of…
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Tired and hungry? How the wrong breakfast will ruin your day | Prof. Benjamin Gardner & Professor Tim Spector
Get 6+ FREE breakfast recipes from nutrition experts: https://zoe.com/breakfastguide Why do so many of us eat a "healthy" breakfast like cereal or muesli, only…
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The #1 Dementia risk factor nobody talks about, and what to do
Get your free 5-step plan for hearing loss diagnosis and treatment: click here Hearing loss affects 1 in 5 people globally, increases the risk of developing…
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Lose weight by controlling these hormones | Bariatric surgeon Dr. Andrew Jenkinson
🥑 Make smarter food choices. Become a member at http://zoe.com Have you ever wondered why you can lose weight on a diet, only for it to come back with a…
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Recap: Why you should eat 30 different plants every week | Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & Tim Spector
Today, we’re talking about plants. For years, our diets have been guided by a simple three word slogan: ‘five a day’. While it’s well established that eating…
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HRV vs. VO2 max vs. ECG: Which wearable metric ACTUALLY matters? | Prof. Malcolm Findlay
Is your smartwatch just a fun gadget, or a serious medical device? In this episode, Jonathan Wolf is joined by Dr. Malcolm Findlay, a leading consultant…
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Recap: Why you should be wary of ‘low fat’ foods | Sarah Berry
If you’re a regular listener of this podcast, you’ll know that our cholesterol level is closely linked to heart health. With that in mind, it’s easy to be…
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Fix your sleep with the Royal Marine's sleep consultant Dr. Sophie Bostock
We’ve all been there: tossing and turning, checking the clock, and stressing about not getting enough sleep. But what if the secret to a good night’s rest…
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Recap: This type of daily chocolate could improve gut health | Spencer Hyman and Prof Sarah Berry
Today, we’re unwrapping the truth about chocolate. For many of us, chocolate is a guilty pleasure. But what if I told you that you didn’t need to feel guilty?…
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3 gut bacteria that protect your heart–and what to feed them | Prof. Tim Spector & Prof Nicola Segata
There's an unseen world inside you, teeming with trillions of tiny inhabitants. Just like any ecosystem, some bugs inside your gut microbiome are beneficial…
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Recap: Simple ways to improve gut health today | Dr. Karan Rajan
Research continues to confirm how important the gut is for overall health. From energy to immunity and even mood, it all seems to start with the gut. It’s no…
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5 threats to your immune system–and how to fight them | Prof. Daniel Davis MBE
Many supplements claim to “boost” your immune system. Now, we all want to avoid getting sick during the winter months, but do any of these products really…
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Recap: The truth about seed oils | Prof. Sarah Berry
From Instagram reels to viral tweets, seed oils have become one of the latest nutrition villains. And the fear’s getting real. People are emptying their…
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Top Doctor: The hidden dangers in your daily multivitamin | Dr David Seres
We’re told vitamins are essential for our health. That they boost our immune systems, fight fatigue, and protect us from disease. But what if most of it isn’t…
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Recap: Make the most out of EVERY meal | Christopher Gardner & Sarah Berry
Today, we’re asking: What should you eat? This is the million-dollar question, one that we at ZOE have spent countless hours of podcast episodes trying to…
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How to beat heart disease: 8 habits you must fix | Dr. Nour Makarem
Heart disease is the world’s biggest killer—and it often strikes without warning. It’s responsible for around 1 in 5 deaths in the US. While these figures are…
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Recap: Davina McCall's menopause experience
For Davina, menopause wasn’t just a transition - it was a quiet crisis. She felt like a stranger in her own body, overwhelmed by symptoms she wasn’t prepared…