Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley

This podcast explores the power of music in reducing pain and forging strong family relationships. It discusses how music listening can change brain activity and impact reward centers, and emphasizes the benefits on mood, blood vessel health, and brain function. The podcast also introduces a new series and includes ads promoting holiday shopping and false lashes.

Discover the surprising benefits of walking backwards, including improved balance, brain boost, and relief for lower back pain. Learn about the activation of different muscles and increased energy usage. Hear personal experiences and an interview with a biomechanics expert on the mechanics and safety of backward walking. Try walking backwards for 10 minutes to enjoy the benefits for balance, waistline, and brain.

Discover the many benefits of laughter, including its effects on heart health, social connections, pain reduction, and memory. Listen to a discussion with a cardiologist about how laughter can keep your blood vessels young and be the antidote to stress. Hear about the positive impact of laughter on the body, from releasing endorphins to reducing blood pressure. Find out how incorporating laughter into your daily life can contribute to a longer and healthier life.

Discover the health and mood-lifting benefits of rain, including improved air quality, relaxation from Geosmin, and the potential stress-reducing effects of negative air ions. Embrace the rain and experience its positive effects on mood, motivation, and focus. Learn about the advantages of walking in the rain and the cleanliness and freshness it brings. Dive into the science behind negative ions and their potential to combat depression and boost the immune system.

Discover how reheating pasta can boost resistant starch, a healthy carb that benefits your gut, lowers blood sugar spikes, and reduces cancer risk. Dr. Darrell Cockburn explains how reheating leftovers can make your food more nutritious than the original dish. Learn about the benefits of adding resistant starch to your diet and its effects on gut bacteria. Explore a study on the effects of consuming potatoes high in resistant starch. Find out how freezing bread can increase resistant starch and improve your health.

Discover the benefits of Pilates: stronger core, improved posture, and reduced back pain. Learn how it enhances exercise performance and hear Andy Murray's use of it. Pilates expert reveals its impact on cardiovascular endurance and healthy aging. Michael challenges a tennis player to improve serve with Pilates. Try Pilates for flexibility, core strength, posture, and sleep.

Michael Mosley speaks to Professor Jon Lundberg, an expert in nitric oxide who discovered its surprising benefits for lung function and overall health. They discuss the benefits of breathing through your nose, including improved lung function, memory, and oral health. They also explore the role of nitric oxide in boosting oxygen uptake and fighting off infections. Techniques to transition from mouth breathing to nose breathing are shared, along with the positive effects of nose breathing on gum health, oxygen intake, and the immune system.

Cooked tomatoes are packed with goodness and can lower blood fat levels, aid in exercise recovery, and protect skin. The podcast explores the benefits of cooking tomatoes, including reducing prostate cancer risk and improving cardiovascular health. Interviews with experts delve into the link between tomatoes, lycopene, and cancer prevention. The speaker shares their experience completing the tomato challenge and incorporating cooked tomatoes into everyday meals.

Explore the unique benefits of swimming for cardiovascular health, memory, and mental agility. Learn about the research on water-based exercises improving blood vessel elasticity and reducing joint pain. Discover why swimming can boost your brain and why it's more beneficial than land-based exercises. Hear personal experiences and the positive impact of swimming for older people. Find out how swimming can improve your body and life.

Discover the surprising benefits of ordinary tea, such as boosting heart health, reducing stress, and benefiting bones. Learn about the bioactive compounds in tea that contribute to these benefits. Find out how adding more tea to your life can help you recover from stress and reduce inflammation. Explore the advantages of switching to tea in the morning for a calmer start to your day.