ZOE Science & Nutrition
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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.
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283 episodes
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, mov...
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 achievab...
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...
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...
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.
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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 ri...
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 r...
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...
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...
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...
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 ar...
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...
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 t...
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 t...
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...
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 Fede...
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,...
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 o...
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...
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-l...
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 arou...
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 R...
The science of winter depression with Prof. Deborah Skene – leading chronobiologist
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Winter is almost here! Temperatures are dropping, clouds are descending, and the clocks ha...
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...
The #1 Dementia risk factor nobody talks about, and what to do
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Lose weight by controlling these hormones | Bariatric surgeon Dr. Andrew Jenkinson
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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 est...
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 le...
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 t...
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...
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...
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 bene...
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....
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 re...
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 the...
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...
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 e...
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 fig...
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 p...
Food additives exposed: The artificial dyes and chemicals to avoid | Marion Nestle
Those long, unpronounceable ingredients at the bottom of food labels—what are they really doing to your health?
In this episode, we’re jo...