Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley

Prof Andrew Steptoe, Head of Behavioural Science and Health at University College London, shares top tips for staying young, including finding purpose in life, maintaining social relationships, and getting enough sleep. They also discuss the importance of healthy aging and the benefits of cultural engagement.

Prof Marie Murphy, an expert in physical fitness, shares her top tips for maximum fitness with minimum effort. Can short bouts of exercise be better? Why should we build muscle over 30? Can the way we walk change our lives?

Professor Russell Foster, Director of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at Oxford, shares top sleep tips such as finding relaxation instead of agonizing awake at night and sleeping on big decisions. He also discusses the impact of light on our chronotype and the power of sleep in problem-solving and breakthroughs.

Dr Rangan Chatterjee, a renowned doctor and podcast host, shares expert tips on boosting happiness, aging gracefully, and improving health. He discusses the importance of connecting with strangers, using social friction as free therapy, and provides various tips for happiness like limiting phone usage.

Discover the benefits of cold therapy for sleep as Dr. Michael Mosley explores the correlation between colder temperatures and improved sleep quality. Learn about the importance of body temperature in sleep and how to create a conducive bedroom environment. Explore the impact of temperature on sleep quality and the expected deterioration in sleep outcomes as the world warms. Embrace the cold and its benefits, including improved sleep, enhanced exercise routine, better health and mood, reduced pain and injuries, and potential protection against neurodegenerative diseases.

Discover the potential health benefits of cold water swimming, including improved mood, increased energy levels, reduced inflammation, and potential protection against dementia. Explore the physiological and psychological changes that occur during cold water immersion, as well as the role of RBM3 protein in treating neurodegenerative conditions. Learn about the risks, precautions, and benefits of cold water swimming.

Exercising in colder temperatures can improve performance, allowing you to go further with less effort. Dr. Chris Tyler's research shows the body's reaction to cold. Athletes benefit from colder temperatures, reaching optimum performance. Cold exercise results in lower heart rates and production of exokines. The body regulates temperature during physical activity in different temperatures. Proper attire and caution are necessary for extremely cold temperatures, but regular exercise boosts the immune system and motivation to move.

Explore the benefits of cold therapy for health and wellbeing, including reducing pain and swelling. Learn about treating injuries with cold therapy in football and the advantages of contrast therapy. Discover the power of cold therapy for recovery and well-being, including reducing swelling and improving mood.

Discover the potential health benefits of cold therapy, including improved metabolic health, protection against type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and mood enhancement. Explore the mechanisms and effects of maintaining body temperature at 37 degrees Celsius. Learn about the impact of cold therapy on the human body and the role of a specific protein in regulating glucose metabolism. Find out how gradual exposure to colder temperatures can improve sugar and fat metabolism. Uncover the benefits of cold therapy and gender differences in cold sensitivity.

Dr Michael Mosley explores the surprising power of the cold to enhance your health and wellbeing through cold therapy. Learn about the potential benefits of cold therapy for health, fitness, and mood improvement.