The Wellness Scoop

This week we’re looking at the rising pressure to lose weight and why so many people are turning to risky quick fixes. We unpack the growing backlash against Ozempic, now facing over 1,800 lawsuits in the US for severe side effects like stomach paralysis and vision loss. We revisit the 5am Club and ask if the 8am Club is a smarter, more sustainable routine for real life. We share new research showing that the benefits of nature depend on how you experience it, and simple ways to make time outdoors more restorative. And we explore the booming world of wellness wearables, from Oura rings to Apple Watches, and whether they really motivate us to change our habits. Recommendations  Rhi’s new book : Pre order The Fibre Formula https://geni.us/TheFibreFormula Bought to You by Chemistry’ podcast, by the Royal Society of Chemistry: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brought-to-you-by-chemistry/id1621110309  Science Vs Podcat: ‘Is There Really a Plastic Spoon in our Brains’ https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZwZsCnG2BkTzPxo5tujOB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the power of small daily habits that can transform your nutrition. Learn why chicory root fiber is a gut-health hero for some, yet a nightmare for others. Find out how to talk to kids about food without creating fear, and hear clever tips on enhancing vitamin D levels in mushrooms. Explore the benefits of whole grains over white pasta and rice, and get practical nutrition wins that anyone can adopt. Plus, hear about the growing smartphone-free childhood movement and personal gratitude rituals.

Discover the shocking reality of inhaling up to 68,000 microplastic particles daily and the potential health risks they pose. Dive into the fascinating world of Altos Labs, backed by Jeff Bezos, leading the charge to reverse aging with groundbreaking biotech. Celebrate World Avocado Day with vibrant guacamole recipes that pack a punch of health benefits. Plus, enjoy personal anecdotes from the hosts and their latest wellness finds to inspire your journey!

Exploring the benefits and risks of fasting, the hosts delve into the science behind time-restricted eating and its effect on gut health. They also uncover the validity of bioresonance testing and why it lacks scientific backing. The discussion shifts to cortisol, explaining its role in stress management, while sharing practical stress-reduction techniques. Lastly, the hosts tackle seed cycling, evaluating its claimed hormonal benefits despite limited evidence, and encourage body positivity in the postpartum journey.

This week, we’re uncovering the groundbreaking science showing how just 60 seconds of vigorous movement a day could transform your health and even add years to your life. We’re also looking at the hidden dangers of gel manicures, and why boosting potassium-rich foods could cut heart failure risk by nearly a quarter. Plus, the Guardian’s biggest wellness trends of the year, from dopamine menus to creatine,  and our deep dive into fibremaxxing, the viral TikTok craze with over 160 million views that’s finally making fibre cool. Could this be the rare wellness trend that’s genuinely worth embracing? Catch Rhi discussing UPFs and The Unprocessed Plate at ⁠⁠Waterstones - London Gower Street⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Chroleywood Library Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we’re tackling your questions on some big wellness topics. We look at whether chia seeds alone can cover your omega 3 needs, what acidity regulators and stabilisers really are, and the myths and benefits around nightshade vegetables. We also clear up confusion around perimenopause and menopause, chat through the reality of nursery food and new government guidance, and answer how much nuts, seeds and chia you really need to reap the benefits without overdoing it. Recommendations: Borna pistachio nut butter  Ella’s new book, Quick Wins, at 50% off with the code ‘QUICKWINS50’ (enter it at checkout) - https://www.waterstones.com/book/quick-wins-healthy-cooking-for-busy-lives/ella-mills/9781529316759 Dr Philippa Kaye's The Science of Menopause Catch Rhi discussing UPFs and The Unprocessed Plate at ⁠Waterstones - London Gower Street⁠ and ⁠Chroleywood Library Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re unpacking the big stories shaping food, health and how we live. We start with a major BMJ study showing that eating chips three times a week raises type 2 diabetes risk by 20% but baked or boiled potatoes don’t carry the same danger. We’ll share why the way you cook them matters, plus the genuine health benefits of potatoes when they’re not fried. Next, a Guardian feature on “otroverts” — people who don’t feel at home in groups but aren’t introverts either. Psychiatrist Dr Rami Kaminski explains why this isn’t a deficit, how it can be a strength, and what it tells us about solitude, loneliness and connection. And from the Times, the science of the “holiday brain-boost.” We explore how holidays can slow cognitive ageing, why even short breaks matter, and the habits from naps to mindfulness and movement that help the benefits last for weeks after you’re home. Plus, the trends: Australia’s world-first ban on social media for under 16s, and the UK government’s plan to restrict energy drink sales to teenagers. Alongside all that, Ella shares her first weekend in the new house, picking homegrown fruit and veg and welcoming two new puppies, plus a listener story that reveals just how many ultra processed additives can be hiding in a single mini cupcake. Catch Rhi discussing UPFs and The Unprocessed Plate at Waterstones - London Gower Street and Chroleywood Library Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Wellness Scoop we’re diving into some of your most requested topics. First up, is there really a best time of day to exercise, and does it matter if you train before breakfast. Then we explore lab grown meat, what it is, how it’s made, and whether it could help cut emissions and reduce animal agriculture. Finally, we unpack the latest on microplastics and whether fibre might be one of our strongest natural defences. We’re also answering your brilliant listener questions on stress and simple ways to protect your mental health during busy seasons, nutrition after menopause, and whether fasted morning workouts affect hormones if you eat soon after. This week’s recommendations:- CurrentBody LED mask ⁠ChatGPT Brain Rot Debate on the Diary of a CEO with Stephen Bartlett⁠ Caff's book: The 30 Plan Check out the Rhitrition Clinic where you can find more expertise, information or book in for a consultation with the fully registered clinical team. US listeners, grab your copy of Rhi's book - ⁠The Unprocessed Plate Keep your questions coming to ella@deliciouslyella.com or via Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and please leave your name so we can say hello. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re talking about how to be a “super-ager,” people in their eighties whose memory performs like someone 30 years younger, and why friendships, not fitness, turned out to be their secret weapon. We’re also digging into a huge new study on potatoes and type 2 diabetes, showing that eating chips three times a week raises risk by 20%, while swapping them for whole grains cuts risk significantly. Plus, the surprising number of almonds you should eat each day to boost your gut health, and what that means for heart health, antioxidants, blood sugar and inflammation. We’ll also look at whether whole almonds or almond butter give you the bigger benefit. And for our wellness trend of the week, we’re exploring why reading books for just 30 minutes a day could add nearly two years to your life, and how swapping even a fraction of your scrolling time for reading could transform your health. All that, plus personal updates and the news that The Wellness Scoop is now going twice weekly! Recommendations:  Ella's book recs: Blue Sisters, by Coco Mellors; A Well Behaved Woman, by Therese Anne Fowler and; There are Rivers in the Sky, by Elif Shafak US listeners, grab your copy of Rhi's book - The Unprocessed Plate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This podcast dives into whether organic foods genuinely benefit health or if it’s just savvy marketing. It examines the link between diet and acne, revealing surprising truths about what we eat and skin health. The discussion on blood sugar management raises questions about food anxiety versus healthy eating habits. Personal recommendations, including home fitness tools and favorite reads, add a relatable touch, while insights into grocery shopping habits spark engaging dialogue. Tune in for myth-busting and practical wellness tips!