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Mums-to-be often feel guilty about the food they crave in pregnancy. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty) TRANSCRIPT 
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Eating for two

Not a dancer? You might change your mind once you hear the benefits! Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty) TRANSCRIPT  Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/6-minute-english_2023/ep-240418
 
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Dancing for the brain

Are nudges good or bad? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you useful vocabulary. TRANSCRIPT
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Nudges: The secrets of persuasion

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Why sitting is bad for health

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