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Diet and Health Today

Zoë Harcombe
Diet and Health Today
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  • Diet and Health Today

    Obesity, weight loss, hunger & hormones with Dr Jason Fung

    11/06/2026 | 1h 6 mins.
    Dr Jason Fung discusses the complex causes of obesity and hunger, emphasising hormonal influences over simplistic calorie models. He explores the history of dietary guidelines, the role of insulin, and the social and emotional factors affecting eating behaviours.
  • Diet and Health Today

    Zoë and Dr Ty Beal discuss the evolution of nutrient profiling systems

    14/05/2026 | 58 mins.
    Zoë chats with Dr Ty Beal about his his journey from music to nutrition science. They discuss the development of holistic food rating systems, critique existing nutrient profiling models, and explore their potential applications in global nutrition policies.
    Video episode, show notes and transcript available over at https://www.zoeharcombe.com/
  • Diet and Health Today

    How and why Insulin Resistance drives chronic disease with Dr Isabella Cooper

    19/03/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
    In this discussion, Dr Isabella Cooper shares her expertise on biochemistry, ketogenic science, and chronic diseases. She discusses the impact of insulin, ketosis, and mitochondrial health on aging, cancer, and autoimmune conditions, providing practical insights for health optimisation.
  • Diet and Health Today

    Zoë and Dr. Nina Teicholz discuss the revolutionary Dietary Guidelines for Americans

    29/01/2026 | 52 mins.
    In this conversation, Zoë and Dr. Nina Teicholz discuss the recent changes in the U.S. dietary guidelines, highlighting the significant shifts in recommendations regarding dietary fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. They explore the formation of these guidelines, the revolutionary changes made, and the public reception of these updates. The discussion also touches on the contradictions within the guidelines, potential legal implications, and the future outlook for dietary recommendations in the U.S.
     
    Video episode, full transcript and show notes over at www.zoeharcombe.com
  • Diet and Health Today

    Real food for pregnancy with Lily Nichols

    18/12/2025 | 1h
    In this episode, Zoë chats with Lily Nichols, a registered dietitian and expert in prenatal nutrition. They discuss the importance of nutrition before, during, and after pregnancy, emphasizing the need for evidence-based dietary guidelines. Lily critiques the current official guidelines, particularly regarding macronutrient ratios, and highlights the significance of preconception nutrition for optimal fertility. The conversation also covers gestational diabetes, cravings during pregnancy, weight gain recommendations, and postpartum nutrition, particularly the increased protein needs during the fourth trimester.
    For full show notes and video, visit https://zoeharcombe.com
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About Diet and Health Today
Come and enjoy Zoë Harcombe and guests chat about what's important to you in the world of Diet & Health Today. This show has something for everyone who's concerned about their own health and the health of their family and friends, with up-to-date science, advice and tips from leading diet, health and exercise professionals.
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