You might have noticed that everyone has recently become a bit obsessed with blood sugar, or glucose. Wellness firms such as Zoe in the UK – as well as Nutrisense, Levels and Signos – claim to offer insights into how our bodies process food based on monitoring our blood glucose, among other things. But many researchers have begun to question the science behi ... Show More
Aug 6
Four types of thinker, the cyclosporiasis outbreak, and the UK’s biggest telescope threatened
Madeleine Finlay is joined by Ian Sample, Guardian science editor, to discuss three eye-catching science stories including an investigation that has identified four distinct types of thinker. Also on the agenda is the unprecedented cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US which has now ... Show More
22m 11s
May 2025
The Extra Scoop: The Truth About Glucose Monitors
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) have exploded in popularity, promising everything from weight loss to personalised health insights — but are they really delivering? To help us make sense of the science, we’re joined by Dr. Javier González, Professor of Nutrition and Metabolism ... Show More
26m 28s
Aug 2025
Is Glucose Control the Key to Improving Your Health? with Jessie Inchauspé
In a popular re-release, Jessie Inchauspé, the Glucose Goddess, joins Dr. Mindy to explore the critical role of glucose regulation for holistic health. Their discussion covers the impact of glucose on mental and physical well-being, the significance of good nutrition, and simple ... Show More
1h 8m