In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with leading medical scientist Dr. Federica Amati to explore the fascinating link between alcohol and brain health. With Alzheimer’s on the rise, Federica unpacks the latest research on how certain drinking habits could protect against cognitive decline—while others may do more harm than we realize. She breaks down the science, busts common myths, and shares practical ways to make smarter choices for long-term health.

Eye-opening, empowering, and packed with must-know insights—this is a conversation that could change the way you think about alcohol.

📢 Drop a comment: What’s your biggest takeaway? Have your views on alcohol changed?

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(00:00) Intro

(02:02) The Impact of Lifestyle on Chronic Illnesses

(03:09) How Where You Live Impacts Your Diet

(06:19) How Much of a Difference Can Lifestyle Change Make?

(07:16) Diet as a Part of Culture

(10:10) The Truth About Ultra-Processed Foods

(13:38) Fear Around Food: Why Are We So Anxious About Eating?

(16:04) Why Nutrition Advice Is So Confusing

(18:35) How Much Fiber Should We Eat & What’s the Best Source?

(23:58) Is Coffee Good for You?

(32:18) Myths About Alcohol: What Science Says

(37:30) Are Carbs Bad for Us?

(38:35) Zoe Ad

(39:57) Why Fruit Is Essential for a Healthy Diet

(41:45) Are Oats Actually Healthy?

(44:41) Do We Really Need Supplements?

(52:13) Allergies & the Microbiome: Can We Train Our Gut for Prevention?

(56:22) Does the Sequence of Food Matter?

(57:55) Have We Lost Our Love of Eating?

(1:02:06) Eating Mindfully: How to Build a Better Relationship With Food

(1:04:59) Teaching Children About Food & Nutrition

(1:08:01) Menopause & Food: What You Need to Know

(1:15:04) How Much Protein Should We Consume?

(1:20:01) How to Build Muscle as You Age

(1:23:09) How Diet Impacts Lifespan & Longevity

(1:25:41) Frederica's Book - "Every Body Should Know This"

(1:27:36) Davina's Final Thoughts

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