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In this comprehensive discussion about dietary supplements, Professor Joann Manson from Harvard Medical School shares groundbreaking insights from leading the world's largest supplements trials. As principal investigator of the landmark VITAL study and co-investigator of the COSMOS trial, Prof. Manson provides evidence-based guidance on when supplements are beneficial and when they're not. This conversation cuts through supplement marketing hype to reveal what rigorous science actually shows about supplement effectiveness and safety.

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Professor Joann Manson is Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Chief of the Division of Preventive Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is an endocrinologist with extensive training in epidemiology, specialising in preventing chronic diseases through research on dietary supplements and lifestyle interventions. Prof. Manson has led groundbreaking large-scale randomised trials testing supplements, including serving as principal investigator of the VITAL trial (testing vitamin D and omega-3s) and co-principal investigator of the COSMOS trial examining multivitamins.

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive conversation, Dr Allie Hare, one of the UK's leading sleep specialists and current president of the British Sleep Society, explores the fascinating connections between our gut bacteria, lifestyle choices, and sleep quality. Dr Hare challenges conventional wisdom about sleep optimisation, revealing why trying too hard to perfect your sleep can […]

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Episode Overview In this insightful conversation, Dr Chloe Grimmett, a behavioural scientist at the University of Southampton, explores the complex world of behaviour change and sustainable lifestyle interventions. With expertise in health psychology and prehabilitation, Dr Grimmett reveals why willpower alone isn't enough and shares evidence-based strategies for motivation, action, and long-term sustainability of healthy […]

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive conversation, Professor Colin Espie, Professor of Sleep Medicine at the University of Oxford, shares expert insights on how to sleep better naturally. With over four decades of clinical experience, Professor Espie explains the fascinating science behind sleep stages, debunks common myths, and provides evidence-based strategies for improving sleep quality. This […]

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive discussion, Professor Michelle Harvie, a leading researcher at the University of Manchester, shares her groundbreaking work on intermittent fasting and weight management. As the scientist whose research underpinned the popular 5:2 diet, Prof. Harvie provides evidence-based insights into how different forms of intermittent fasting affect our metabolism, who should consider […]

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Episode Overview In this fascinating conversation, Professor Russell Foster, Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at Oxford University, reveals the science behind our body clock and its profound impact on health. As the discoverer of the third light-sensing system in the eye, Prof. Foster shares groundbreaking sleep science insights into how light regulates our sleep-wake cycles and […]

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive conversation, Professor Mark Jones, a leading stress researcher from Manchester Metropolitan University, explores the intricate science of how to manage stress effectively in modern life. With extensive research experience in stress psychology and cardiovascular responses, Prof. Jones provides evidence-based insights into chronic stress, challenge versus threat responses, and practical strategies […]

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Episode Overview In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Gemma Ryde, a senior lecturer at the University of Glasgow, explores the complex landscape of workplace physical activity. With expertise in physical activity research, particularly within workplace settings, Dr. Ryde discusses why workplaces are simultaneously ideal yet challenging environments for promoting physical activity, the benefits for both employers […]

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive guide to strength training, Professor Leigh Breen from the University of Birmingham shares his evidence-based expertise on how effective resistance exercise promotes healthy aging and longevity. He explains why strength training is essential for maintaining muscle mass as we age, outlines beginner-friendly strength training approaches that anyone can start today, […]

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Episode Overview In this comprehensive discussion on muscle physiology, Professor Keith Baar from the University of California, Davis reveals the science behind how exercise impacts health and longevity. He expertly explains the molecular mechanisms of muscle growth, strength development, and cardiovascular adaptations that occur during different exercise modalities. Professor Barr translates complex muscle physiology concepts […]

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