Recap: Why we avoid exercise and how to overcome it | Daniel Lieberman
Today we’re exploring what evolution can teach us about exercise. When it comes to doing exercise, there’s often a tug-of-war between our body and brain. Our body craves movement - it wants to be lean...
4 Feb 202511min
Why 90% of Alzheimer's cases are preventable | Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai
Dementia is one of the fastest-growing health crises in the developed world, with cases expected to double in the coming decades. But despite common misconceptions, cognitive decline isn’t inevitable....
30 Jan 20251h 5min
Recap: Maintain brain health as you age | Dr. William Li
Today, we’re putting the spotlight on our brains. As we age certain behaviours often become more noticeable - misplacing keys, struggling to recall names or forgetting why you walked into a room. Most...
28 Jan 202512min
Could fasting extend your lifespan? | Dr. Valter Longo and Prof. Tim Spector
How old are you? A better question might be: how old do you feel? While your birthday says one thing, your biological age—the health of your cells—might tell a very different story. And here’s the bes...
23 Jan 202558min
Recap: What is inflammation and how can I control it | Prof. Philip Calder
Today we’re discussing inflammation. We hear this word a lot from guests on the ZOE podcast. It’s always coming up when we ask questions about health conditions like Alzheimer's, cancer or heart disea...
21 Jan 202515min
The science of weight loss – and why calories don’t count! | Prof. Giles Yeo
Think weight loss is all about eating less and moving more? Think again. In this episode, Prof. Giles Yeo reveals why calorie counting isn’t just inaccurate—it could actually make weight management ha...
16 Jan 20251h 3min
Recap: How to adapt your diet for later life | Dr Federica Amati
A lot of things change as we age. Our dress sense, our taste in music and importantly our body. The truth is your body is not the same as it was 20 or even 10 years ago. So why should your diet be? D...
14 Jan 20259min
Is your gut microbiome preventing weight loss? | Dr. Suzanne Devkota and Prof. Tim Spector
Belly fat is more than just stubborn weight – it plays a complex role in our health, interacting with the immune system and gut bacteria. But could gut microbes hold the key to understanding and manag...
9 Jan 20251h 3min
