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ZOE Science & Nutrition

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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,...

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How to build muscle & stay strong at any age: The surprising links between your gut health, strength training and healthy ageing | Prof Claire Steves & Prof Tim Spector

How do you build muscle and stay strong as you age? For most of us, muscle loss starts in our 30s. It’s easy to think that you can combat th...

61:59Oct 8, 2026

Most replayed moment: How to stop fighting your body clock | Prof. Debra Skene

Every one of us runs on a biological rhythm - a finely tuned system that controls when we feel alert, when we feel tired, and even how we pr...

11:20Oct 6, 2026

How to eat to lower inflammation - the top 5 foods to boost energy, stop pain, and to live longer | Prof Luke O’Neill

Most of us think of inflammation when an ankle swells or a cut turns red. It’s our body’s immune system, and without it, we couldn't fight i...

60:19Oct 1, 2026

Most replayed moment: The hidden dangers of hearing loss | Prof. Marcelo Rivolta

The world around us is louder than ever. From booming speakers to roaring traffic, our ears can take quite a beating. But have you ever stop...

9:06Sep 29, 2026

Inside Tim Spector’s weekly food shop - 6 grocery rules to lower your blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart disease risk | Prof Tim Spector & Prof Sarah Berry

Supermarket shelves are full of foods promising to be healthy: high-protein, low-fat, gluten-free, sugar-free. How do you know what's true?...

62:36Sep 24, 2026

Most replayed moment: What your wearable is really telling you | Dr Malcolm Finlay

From smartwatches to fitness trackers, more of us than ever are monitoring our health in real time. With just a glance at our wrist, we can...

14:33Sep 22, 2026

Is your gut the secret to anti-aging? 6 science-backed ways to boost your bone strength, muscle, and balance | Prof Elaine Dennison

Picture the sound of a bone snapping - the kind of sound that makes you wince - and ask yourself how often you’ve thought about your bone he...

55:09Sep 17, 2026

Most replayed moment: How to build a better breakfast | Prof. Ben Gardner & Tim Spector

We’ve all heard the saying: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And while it may sound like a cliché, there’s some truth to it....

14:22Sep 15, 2026

The science behind food that isn’t food, why you love it and why you should not fear it all | Prof Tim Spector & Prof Sarah Berry

Are some of your "healthy" foods actually high-risk ultra-processed foods? For decades, nutrition advice seemed relatively straightforward....

73:32Sep 10, 2026

Most replayed moment: The hormone that controls your weight | Dr Andrew Jenkinson

Floating through all of our bodies is a complex network of hormones. You can think of it as an internal postal service, delivering vital mes...

12:26Sep 8, 2026

The secret to coping with stress - how to protect your brain and body, and feel calmer now | Prof Carmine Pariante

Growing up, many of us were taught to just stay calm and carry on - as if stress was all in the mind, with no real effect on the body. But c...

59:55Sep 3, 2026

Most replayed moment: The hidden battle inside your gut | Tim Spector & Nicola Segata

Today we’re talking about gut microbes. Professor Tim Spector often refers to the microbes in our gut as ‘mini pharmacies’. This is because...

15:16Sep 1, 2026

The 5 best food swaps to lower cholesterol, protect your heart and to live longer | Dr. Alice Lichtenstein

Is fat good or bad for your heart? For decades, we blamed fat and cholesterol for clogged arteries and heart attacks. Now you choose low-fat...

52:26Aug 27, 2026

Most replayed moment: Can you really boost your immune system? | Professor Daniel Davis

Today we’re talking about the immune system. It’s one of the most important systems in our body, yet it’s also one of the hardest to underst...

16:09Aug 25, 2026

5 ways to control your blood sugar, reverse insulin resistance, and reduce your heart disease risk | Prof Rob Semple

1 in 4 people have insulin resistance, which quietly raises your risk of heart disease and cancer, often without any change in your blood su...

55:50Aug 20, 2026

Most replayed moment: The things hiding in your food? | Professor Marion Nestle

Today we’re talking about food additives. Take a look at the back of some ultra-processed packaged food and you’ll see a long list of unfami...

14:34Aug 18, 2026

How to shrink the dangerous fat linked to heart disease and cancer in 12 weeks | Prof Jimmy Bell

There's a hidden fat that matters more for your health than your weight. This is visceral fat: it wraps around your organs, raises your risk...

59:12Aug 13, 2026

Most replayed moment: Why sleep may be the key to heart health | Dr Nour Makarem

Today we’re talking about sleep. The more scientists study sleep, the clearer it becomes that it’s not just about resting our bodies - it’s...

13:14Aug 11, 2026

The evolutionary science behind why you can’t lose weight and how to avoid 5 modern food mistakes | Prof Daniel Lieberman

Why can’t you lose weight, and why do modern diets fail? Today, Harvard professor Daniel Lieberman explains how evolution shapes hunger, bod...

52:58Aug 6, 2026

Most replayed moment: Do you really need vitamin supplements? | David Seres

Today we’re talking about vitamins. Walk into any pharmacy or supermarket and you’ll find a shelf stacked with brightly coloured jars promis...

16:41Aug 4, 2026