Dr Emma Beckett

In this engaging discussion, Emma Beckett, a nutrition lecturer and author, teams up with Karan Rajan, a surgeon and social media creator, to tackle the protein obsession dominating modern diets. They delve into the often-neglected importance of fiber, warning that a fixation on protein can lead to nutritional imbalances. The duo shares insights on the health implications of high-protein diets, renewing the call for balanced nutrition. They also introduce the concept of 'fiber maxing' as a solution to enhance dietary fiber intake for better overall health.

In this engaging discussion, Emma Beckett, a Food and Nutrition Scientist at Food IQ Global, shares her expertise on infant nutrition. She explains the crucial role of prebiotics in formulas for enhancing gut health and immunity in infants. The conversation delves into the significance of the infant microbiome and its impact on long-term health. Emma also offers insights on the evolution of infant formulas to include beneficial prebiotics and emphasizes the importance of informed choices for parents and guidance for health professionals.

Dr. Emma Beckett, a food and nutrition scientist from the University of New South Wales and author of "You Are More Than What You Eat," delves into the truth behind Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications. She explains their unexpected rise as weight loss solutions, originally designed for diabetes treatment, and discusses the importance of a holistic approach to weight loss. The conversation also touches on innovative mosquito control strategies, including a new drug that may make human blood toxic to mosquitoes, aiming to combat disease spread.