• 50 minutes 22 seconds
    Should We All Be Taking Magnesium, Gut Health Tips & The Perfect Snack

    Should we all be taking magnesium? What does a healthy gut actually look like? And what makes the perfect afternoon snack?

    This week, we unpack the evidence behind magnesium supplements, explore the surprising reasons appetite can disappear during stressful periods of life and answer your questions on bloating, electrolytes and gut transit time. We also discuss satisfying snacks, the truth about soya milk and whether we're paying enough attention to our digestive health. Plus, we have a new television recommendation to add to your watch list.

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    17 September 2026, 1:00 am
  • 54 minutes 24 seconds
    Beat the 3pm Slump, Survive a Bad Night’s Sleep & The Low-Down on Lie-Ins

    How can we beat the dreaded 3pm slump? Could 20 minutes of exercise really help after a terrible night’s sleep? And should we actually stop feeling guilty about a weekend lie-in? This week, we share simple ways to boost energy as we head into autumn, from spreading protein across the day and eating more fibre to making your carbs work harder. We also unpack fascinating new research on exercise after sleep deprivation and whether catching up on sleep at the weekend could actually be good for your heart. Plus, fibre officially goes mainstream and we dive into the extraordinary world of the “most measured woman in history”, including why her health experiment means she can’t even sleep in the same bed as her boyfriend.

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    14 September 2026, 1:00 am
  • 51 minutes 31 seconds
    Can Stress Affect Digestion? Creatine & Healthy Shortcuts

    Can stress and grief affect our digestion? Could creatine help protect our brains as we age? And when should we embrace healthy shortcuts instead of trying to do everything ourselves?This week, we explore the fascinating connection between stress and the body, discuss how appetite and digestion can change during difficult periods of life, and unpack the growing interest in creatine and brain health. Plus, we answer your questions on CoQ10, discuss intimate probiotics and share a brilliant recommendation for anyone looking to cook with more plants.

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    10 September 2026, 1:00 am
  • 53 minutes 13 seconds
    Can Inflammation Affect Your Mood? Healthy Ageing & The ‘Ferritin Face’ Trend

    Can inflammation really affect our mood and mental health? Could eating more plants help us age better? And what on earth is “ferritin face”?

    This week, we explore the fascinating connection between our immune system, inflammation and mental health, and unpack new research suggesting a plant-rich diet could influence markers of biological ageing. We also look beyond the scary headlines linking sugary drinks with stomach cancer, and dive into the viral “ferritin face” trend — including why low iron may be going unnoticed in so many women. Plus, why you definitely shouldn’t diagnose an iron deficiency from TikTok.

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    7 September 2026, 1:00 am
  • 56 minutes 50 seconds
    Plant Points, Fibre Hacks & Family Food Battles

    Should you be counting plant points? How can you encourage healthy eating without creating family conflict? And are homemade foods always worth the extra effort?This week, we discuss how to navigate different parenting approaches around food, unpack the science behind fibre and plant diversity, and explore whether convenience foods can sometimes be the healthiest choice of all. Plus, we share our favourite travel snacks, discuss why appetite can change during periods of stress, and discover the documentary that's giving us hope for the future of food.

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    3 September 2026, 1:00 am
  • 53 minutes 21 seconds
    Can Fasting Fight Dementia? Have We Got UPFs Wrong? & Beanmania

    Could fasting help protect our brains as we age? Have we been too quick to label all ultra-processed foods as unhealthy? And why has Britain suddenly gone completely mad for beans?
    This week, we unpack fascinating new research into meal timing and cognitive health, explore a major study challenging some of the assumptions around UPFs, and dive into the extraordinary rise of beans as our obsession with fibre continues. Plus, we look at the latest safety data on weight-loss drugs, why matcha has gone truly mainstream and what Greggs can tell us about the changing way Britain wants to eat.

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    31 August 2026, 1:00 am
  • 59 minutes 1 second
    Can You Eat Your Skincare? Berberine & Female Probiotics

    Can you really eat your way to better skin? Is berberine the natural alternative to GLP-1 medications that social media claims it is? And do intimate probiotics genuinely work?This week, we unpack the science behind the latest skincare trends, take a closer look at the growing fascination with berberine and separate fact from fiction when it comes to the vaginal microbiome. Plus, we discuss Marmite, cholesterol-lowering spreads, the Mediterranean diet, CoQ10 and why nutrition advice should fit around culture, family life and the foods we love. 

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    27 August 2026, 1:00 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Could Eating Less Protein Help Us Age Better? Body Image & Burnout

    Could eating less protein actually help us to age better? Where is the line between genuine concern and harmful scrutiny when it comes to someone's body? And why are so many of us feeling burnt out by the pressure to optimise every aspect of our lives?

    This week, we unpack the growing debate around protein and longevity, explore the complicated conversation surrounding Ariana Grande and body image, and discuss the increasing pressure to constantly improve, optimise and perform. We also look at Gen Z's changing relationship with alcohol, the rise of tea as the new "Dutch courage", and what happens when social media leaves both creators and consumers feeling exhausted. Plus, we discuss the return of "What I Eat in a Day" videos and share our latest television recommendations.

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    24 August 2026, 1:00 am
  • 43 minutes 1 second
    The Carnivore Diet, Finding Motivation for Healthy Habits & Hydration

    Why do so many people say they feel better on the carnivore diet? Is coconut water really the hydration hero social media claims it is? And how do we build healthy habits when motivation disappears?

    This week, we unpack the science behind the carnivore diet, explore whether coconut water deserves its wellness reputation, and discuss why relying on motivation alone rarely works when it comes to lasting behaviour change. Plus, we separate fact from fiction on sea moss, answer your questions about fertility and preparing for pregnancy, and share our latest book recommendations. 

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    20 August 2026, 1:00 am
  • 55 minutes 8 seconds
    Can Sugar Affect Your Brain? How to Build Strong Bones & Poop Shoes

    Could the amount of sugar we eat in early life influence our brain health decades later? What should we really be eating to build stronger bones? And why is social media suddenly obsessed with something called "poop shoes"?

    This week, we explore the fascinating research linking childhood sugar consumption with dementia risk later in life, unpack the foods that could help support stronger bones as we age, and investigate the wellness trend that has everyone talking about bowel habits. Plus, we discuss whether the world's favourite banana could be heading for extinction, the surprising ways supermarkets are encouraging children to eat more fruit and vegetables, and why one of the world's most famous longevity enthusiasts may finally have reached his limit

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    17 August 2026, 1:00 am
  • 56 minutes 37 seconds
    Can You Trust Your Hunger? Weight Loss Hype & BBQ Myths

    Could wellness mushrooms transform your health, or are they simply an expensive trend? Can you really trust your hunger cues after years of dieting and food rules? And should we be worried about what happens when we fire up the barbecue?

    This week, we unpack the evidence behind medicinal mushrooms and berberine, explore how our childhood experiences can shape our relationship with food decades later, and separate fact from fiction when it comes to barbecues and cancer risk. 

    Plus, we discuss whether recipe boxes are really as healthy as home cooking, how to navigate different approaches to eating within the same family and why chasing the next health trend so often distracts us from the fundamentals

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    13 August 2026, 1:00 am
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