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   6 Aug 2026 · 47 min

   Should You Really Eat the Rainbow, Blood Type Diets & What Do Smelly Farts Mean?

   Can your blood type tell you what to eat? Are plant proteins really "incomplete"? And does eating more colourful fruit and veg actually make a difference? This week we're tackling some of the biggest nutrition myths doing the rounds online. From the return of the blood type diet to the truth about complete proteins, fibre sodas and ground flaxseed, we separate the evidence from the hype. We also explain why herbs deserve far more credit, whether smelly digestion is normal, and why simply adding more colour to your plate could benefit your health. For your 30-day free trial of The Way:…

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   3 Aug 2026 · 52 min

   Can Vegetables Protect Your Heart? Rethinking Screen Time & AI Wearables

   Could eating more broccoli or beans in your twenties help protect your heart decades later? Should children under two avoid screens altogether? And are AI-powered wearables about to transform the way women understand their hormones? This week, we unpack a major report warning that the UK is raising one of the unhealthiest generations in decades, explore fascinating new research on how different vegetables may benefit men and women differently, and look at two major new studies on children's screen time. Plus, is fibre finally replacing protein, and why a new AI wearable has just raised $11.6…

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   30 Jul 2026 · 43 min

   Fibre Hacks, Healthy Swaps & Fresh vs Frozen

   Can a fibre drink really help you hit your daily target? Are frozen vegetables just as healthy as fresh? And do you actually need to grind flaxseeds to get the benefits? In this listener Q&A, we answer your biggest nutrition questions—from fibre-enhanced drinks and freeze-dried fruit to frozen vegetables, chia and flaxseeds, and healthy homemade swaps for nostalgic favourites. Expect practical, evidence-based advice to help you build a healthier diet without overcomplicating it. For your 30-day free trial of The Way: https://www.thewayapp.com/wellnessscoop Send your questions for our weekly…

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   27 Jul 2026 · 55 min

   Supercharge Your Diet, The Secret to Happiness & Are Ice Baths Over?

   Could a few simple food pairings help you get more from every meal? Is the secret to happiness actually giving up the pursuit of being extraordinary? And have we got carried away with the ice bath trend? This week, we explore the science of food synergy and the easy meal combinations that can help your body absorb more nutrients, unpack the philosophy challenging our obsession with constant self-improvement, and take a deep dive into the evidence behind cold plunges. Plus, why beans are having a major moment, England's ban on energy drinks for under-16s, and the growing debate over swapping…

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   23 Jul 2026 · 48 min

   Better Digestion, Diet Trends & Inflammation

   Can a trending diet really improve your hormones? Do you need to eat fruit before a meal to reduce inflammation? And are gut tests for children worth the money? This week, we unpack the science behind one of social media's biggest diet trends, answer your questions on kiwis, Brazil nuts and hemp seeds, explore gut testing for eczema, discuss fibre timing and beetroot juice for blood pressure, and separate nutrition myths from genuinely useful advice. For more on today's contributors: Get you copy of Catherine Rabess's book, The 30 Plan Order Dr. Zoe Williams' book, You Grow Girl! For your…

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   16 Jul 2026 · 53 min

   Food for Healing, Are Oats Good? & Mindset Shifts

   This week we're answering your questions on everything from supporting a loved one through cancer treatment to navigating the confusing world of nutrition advice online.We discuss the role food can play during treatment and recovery, explore practical ways to cultivate a more optimistic mindset, and unpack the growing debate around oats, blood sugar and hormonal acne. We also cover hormonal health, milk choices for teenagers, meal timing before bed, and whether nuts and seeds should be stored in the fridge.Plus, Ella shares the secret behind her favourite brothy meals, and we discuss how to…

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   13 Jul 2026 · 55 min

   Can Foods Boost Weight Loss Hormones? Fruit Juice & Supplement Myths

   Can certain foods really boost the hormones linked to appetite and weight regulation? Has fruit juice been unfairly demonised? And why are NHS staff increasingly spending their time debunking supplement misinformation? This week we unpack the growing trend around "natural GLP-1" foods and explore what the science actually says about appetite, fullness and weight loss. We also dive into surprising new research challenging some of the assumptions around fruit juice, including its impact on blood sugar, weight gain and overall health. Plus, we discuss why healthcare professionals are becoming…

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   9 Jul 2026 · 39 min

   Hormones, Healthy Mornings & The Truth About Sugar

   This week we're answering your questions on some of the biggest areas of confusion in nutrition and wellbeing. We're discussing how diet can support hormonal health, from PCOS and amenorrhea to hormonal acne, and exploring how to care for your microbiome while taking a GLP-1 medication. We also unpack the growing conversation around fibre and digestion, including what it means if seeds seem to pass through your body intact and whether prebiotic sodas are really as gut-friendly as they're marketed to be. Plus, we're tackling the conflicting advice around healthy mornings and sugar. Does…

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   6 Jul 2026 · 52 min

   Fixing Brain Rot, The 'Maxxing Obsession & Is Cereal Junk Food?

   Is Bran Flakes really junk food? Are our attention spans under threat? And have we reached peak optimisation culture? This week we unpack the government's proposed changes to healthy eating guidelines, which could see breakfast cereals like Bran Flakes classified as HFSS foods, and explore what the debate reveals about fibre, free sugars and how we define healthy eating. We also dive into new research on doomscrolling, TikTok and attention spans, including the surprising activity that may help strengthen our ability to focus. Plus, from slowmaxxing and joymaxxing to spermaxxing and…

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    2 Jul 2026 · 54 min

    Food Guilt, IV Drips, Matcha Shortages & Healthy Ageing

    This week we're talking about food guilt, supplements and the growing pressure to optimise our health. We explore how to break free from all-or-nothing eating, whether social media is distorting our perception of what healthy living actually looks like, and why some of the most powerful habits for healthy ageing are often the simplest. We also unpack the rise of IV vitamin drips, discuss whether coconut or soy yoghurt is the better choice, answer your questions on vitamin D supplementation, peanut butter powder and matcha, and share practical advice on raising adventurous eaters and reducing…