The Wellness Scoop

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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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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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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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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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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