Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Episodes
Introducing a new TV series of Just One Thing
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Zoe Ball has news of a new 12-part television series of Just One Thing which will continue the legacy of Michael Mosley. The series is presented by Ro...
A Celebration of Michael Mosley
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Just One Thing Day (12 July, 2024), BBC programmes, presenters, listeners and viewers celebrated the life and work of Michael Mosley. This is a com...
There's Only One Michael Mosley
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael's last interview, How to Live a Good Life, is with psychologist Paul Bloom and was recorded in the BBC tent at the Hay Festival on 25 May, 202...
Eat Slowly
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our bustling modern lives, it can be all too easy to wolf down our meals on the go, and never take the time to enjoy them properly. In this episode...
Volunteer
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael Mosley discovers that, as well as being a very rewarding thing to do, volunteering your time, labour or spare room can really...
Yoga
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Although yoga is thought to have been practised for over 5,000 years, its myriad benefits for our health and wellbeing are still being uncovered. Prof...
Read a poem
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reading poetry can reduce stress and help give you words to express the things you're feeling. And reading a poem out loud has been shown to be a surp...
Deep Calm - Ep 5: Using Music
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back, leave behind the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new podcast series, designed to help you let go a...
Deep Calm - Ep 4: Using the Power of Nature
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back, leave behind the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new podcast series, designed to help you let go a...
Deep Calm - Ep 3: Using Your Imagination
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back, leave behind the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new podcast series, designed to help you let go a...
Deep Calm - Ep 2: Relaxing Your Body
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back, leave behind the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new podcast series, designed to help you let go a...
Deep Calm - Ep 1: Using Your Breath
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back, leave behind the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new podcast series, designed to help you let go a...
Welcome to Deep Calm - with Michael Mosley
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sit back and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley as he focuses on scientifically-proven techniques for activating your body's built-in relaxat...
Cook from Scratch
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mosley investigates how cooking from scratch can be a simple way to eat healthier and avoid ultra-processed foods, many of which are associate...
Nordic Walking
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that walking is hugely beneficial for our health and wellbeing, but we can get even fitter, and use nearly twice as many muscles, by intro...
Try Flax Seeds
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mosley gets his flax fix, as he finds out how flax seeds, also known as linseeds, can protect your heart, reduce your blood sugar levels, and ...
Play an Instrument
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Humans have been making music for thousands of years, but for Michael Mosley and our volunteer Matthew, the musical journey is only just beginning. Pl...
Enjoy Olive Oil
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mosley discovers that enjoying more olive oil in your daily diet can come with a whole host of surprising benefits, including protecting your ...
Get Fit with HIIT
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s no question that exercise is important for our health, but many of us find it difficult to fit into our busy schedules. In this episode, Mic...
Get Gardening
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael dons some gardening gloves and gets grubby. It’s no surprise that digging, hoeing and heaving bags of soil around is great for our physical ...
Get Skipping
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to dig out that skipping rope, as Michael learns that the popular childhood pastime could have big benefits for health and wellbeing, espe...
Snack Smartly
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are a nation of snackers and we tend to get a whopping 25% of our daily calories from our snacks. But surprisingly, snacking isn’t necessarily ba...
Track Your Exercise
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tracking your exercise is a simple and surprisingly effective way to motivate you to move more. Most of us own an exercise tracker, whether it’s the...
Get an Early Night
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael discovers his long-time penchant for an early night could have some real health benefits. If you are someone who could go to sleep earlier and...
Eat Whole Grains
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael discovers incorporating wholegrains into our diet, is a tasty swap that could really benefit our health. Wholegrains such as wholegrain pasta,...
Do a Plank
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael adds a plank into his exercise routine and is surprised to learn of its huge benefits to our physical health. Dr Jamie O'Driscoll, a Reader of...
Drink Green Tea
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael takes a break to brew up a cup of green tea, warming up to its distinctive taste and its health benefits. Dr Edward Okello, from the Human Nut...
Take Vitamin D
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During the winter months, here in the UK, days are short and there isn’t enough sunlight for most of us to make the Vitamin D we need. Taking a tiny...
Be Kind
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We could all use a little kindness in our lives. Surprisingly, a little altruism can actually have big benefits for our own health! Michael discovers ...
Inflammation Special – with Prof Janet Lord
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Weight Loss Special – with Prof Giles Yeo
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Stay Young Special – with Prof Andrew Steptoe
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Exercise Special – with Prof Marie Murphy
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Sleep Special – with Prof Russell Foster
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Happiness Special – with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this series of special editions of BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing, Michael Mosley quizzes the world’s leading health experts on the best ways...
Cold Therapy - Ep 5: Sleep and the Cold
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as the winter months come around again. But the cold isn’t always something to fight or guard against. With a little bi...
Cold Therapy - Ep 4: Cold Water Swim
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as the winter months come around again. But the cold isn’t always something to fight or guard against. With a little bi...
Cold Therapy - Ep 3: Cold Exercise
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as the winter months come around again. But the cold isn’t always something to fight or guard against. With a little bi...
Cold Therapy - Ep 2: Cold Recovery
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as the winter months come around again. But the cold isn’t always something to fight or guard against. With a little bi...
Cold Therapy - Ep 1: Colder Room
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as the winter months come around again. But the cold isn’t always something to fight or guard against. With a little bi...
Welcome to Cold Therapy - with Michael Mosley
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a chill in the air as Dr Michael Mosley uncovers the surprising power of the cold to enhance your health and wellbeing in ways you might not...
Listen to Music
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bring on the tunes! In this episode, Michael explores the power of music, from reducing pain to forging strong family relationships. Neuroscientist Dr...
Walk Backwards
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step out - backwards! The Chinese have a saying that 100 steps backwards are worth 1000 steps forward - and they might be onto something! It may look ...
Have a Laugh
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laughter really is good medicine. From releasing pain-killing endorphins to improving your memory, laughter can have many benefits on your body and br...
Embrace the Rain
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get that brolly out! It may feel deeply counter-intuitive - but rainy days could offer a host of health and mood-lifting benefits. Rain improves air q...
Reheat Pasta
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Load up on those leftovers - because it’s surprisingly easy to make your bowl of pasta better for you! In this episode, Michael uncovers how reheati...
Practice Pilates
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a low-impact, low-intensity exercise that can make you stronger, more flexible, and benefit your posture and balance. It’s proven to reduce l...
Breathe Through Your Nose
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Take a nice deep breath in… through your nose. It’s a simple way to get healthier gums, a better memory, and improved lung function. How? Well, it...
Cook Tomatoes
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tomatoes are packed full of goodness & cooked tomatoes are even better for you! In this episode, Michael reveals how cooking your tomatoes - sauté...
Swim
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mosley ventures to his local pool and the sea to explore the unique benefits of going for a swim - from improving memory and mental agility, t...
Have a Cup of Tea
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael gets cosy with a cuppa to find out how drinking tea can boost your heart health, reduce stress and may even benefit your bones! With the help ...
Stay Young - Ep 5: Stay Strong
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael explores the best way to help you look younger as well as live longer and healthier – revealing how strength training can benefit your waist...
Stay Young - Ep 4: Stay Feeling Good
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael reveals the best food to boost your mood, your energy levels, reduce inflammation and improve your immune system. In this episode, Michael di...
Stay Young - Ep 3: Stay Sharp
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get the mental sharpness of someone decades younger? Challenging your brain with something difficult, like learning a new language or taking ...
Stay Young - Ep 2: Stay Looking Young
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How a simply dietary change can reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture and slow ageing. In this episode Michael reveals how a daily portion of colour...
Stay Young - Ep 1: Stay Fit
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exercise is one of the best things you can do to rejuvenate yourself at the cellular level – but what’s the best way to do it? In this episode, M...
Welcome to Stay Young - with Michael Mosley
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In his new podcast series, Dr Michael Mosley reveals simple things you can do to rejuvenate yourself from the inside out.
Food Special with Tim Spector
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Tim Spector, a leading expert on nutrition and gut health, takes Michael Mosley through his top food and nutrition tips, sharing stories fro...
Write It Out
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When things go wrong, you might think that focussing on the bad and writing about them would make things worse. But in some cases, the opposite seems ...
Try Some Turmeric
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Turmeric is a close relative of ginger – it has a similar knobbly root-like stem. The golden-hued powder of turmeric adds colour and flavour to food...
Nibble Some Nuts
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nuts are a rich source of fibre and polyphenols. They are also very high in fats and calories, but studies have shown that eating these bite-sized sna...
Lift Some Weights
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lifting weights is obviously great for your strength, but it can also boost your brain power, improve your immune system, and even reverse signs of ce...
Clean Your Teeth
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taking good care of your teeth can prevent tooth decay and boost your oral health - but, surprisingly, the benefits extend well beyond your mouth. Kee...
Put Your Phone Down
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us in the UK use our phones for over three hours/day! They are incredibly useful - but using them just a little bit less can have big benefits...
Choose Red Wine
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All alcohol is bad for you but if you’re already a drinker, switching out your usual drink with a small glass of red wine could bring surprising ben...
Try Tai Chi
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re looking to add more exercise into your lifestyle why not consider Tai Chi. It’s an ancient Chinese martial art – it’s sometimes call...
Reach Out
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It turns out having friends has big benefits for your health. Fascinating research shows social contact can boost your immune system and your brain p...
Swap Out Sugar
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cutting back on free sugars can not only do wonders for your waistline and your oral hygiene, surprising research shows it could also improve your mem...
Sleep Well - Ep 5: Listen to your body
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get comfortable, let go of the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new sound-filled podcast series, designed to ...
Sleep Well - Ep 4: Warm up to cool down
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get comfortable, let go of the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new sound-filled podcast series, designed to ...
Sleep Well - Ep 3: Enjoy your bed
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get comfortable, let go of the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new sound-filled podcast series, designed to ...
Sleep Well - Ep 2: Use the morning light
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get comfortable, let go of the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new sound-filled podcast series, designed to ...
Sleep Well - Ep 1: Breathe
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get comfortable, let go of the cares of the day and take a sonic journey with Dr Michael Mosley. In this new sound-filled podcast series, designed to ...
Welcome to Sleep Well with Michael Mosley
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Michael Mosley introduces his new sound-filled series, designed to help you drift off.
Take a Break
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael reveals why adding regular breaks to your day can benefit your body, your mind and even your productivity. What’s more, if ...
An Apple a Day
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael delves into the surprising research on the humble apple, revealing how it can help your heart, gut, and brain. He speaks to D...
Read
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael enters the world of creative fiction to discover how simply reading a story for half an hour a day can bring big benefits to ...
Meditate
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael uncovers the secret of mindfulness - how just a short mindful meditation a day can enhance your mood, your immune system and ...
Enjoy Oily Fish
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael speaks to nutritional neuroscientist Dr Simon Dyall from the University of Roehampton to get to the bottom of the many benefi...
Drink Coffee
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coffee drinkers rejoice! Did you know that a simple cup of coffee can improve your mood, boost your workout and even stimulate your brown fat, helping...
Dance
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael gets out his dancing shoes & shines some light on the many benefits of dancing, revealing that dancing has been shown to ...
Take a Nap
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michael reveals how getting some shut-eye during the day could boost your memory and your heart health - and even help your productivity! Research rev...
Eccentric Exercise
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael reveals how the part of your workout that often feels easier - running downhill after a brutal run up to the peak, or lowerin...
Eat Beetroot
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael explores the extraordinary effects of beetroot on your body and brain – from helping lower blood pressure to keeping your b...
Stand Up
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are sitting more than ever before - and our sedentary lives are having a big impact on our long term health. In this episode, Michael stands up to ...
Drink Water
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that even mild dehydration can have damaging effects to your cognition, mood, and physical and mental performance? But drinking litres of...
Think Yourself Stronger
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pumping iron in the gym is the only way to improve strength, right? Wrong. In this episode, Michael explores the power of the mind to boost strength b...
Get Some Houseplants
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not only do they look good, but surprising research is revealing the health benefits of houseplants. In this episode, Michael Mosley explores the sci...
Sing
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever noticed how good singing makes you feel? In this episode, Michael is joined by comedian Sindhu Vee to embrace the joys - and health benefits - of...
Play Video Games
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with multi-tasking, filtering out distractions, and prioritising your to-do list? Believe it or not, video gaming might help. In this ...
Change Your Mealtimes
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can’t face cutting down on your favourite foods? In this episode, Michael Mosley speaks to Dr Emily Manoogian from the Salk Institute in California ...
Exercise Less, More Often
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It can be hard to fit a full workout into every day - but it turns out you really don’t need to! In this episode, Michael enlists the help of Marie ...
Eat Chocolate
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Could eating two squares of dark chocolate a day really help you reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease - and enhance blood flow to your brain? I...
Get Some Sun
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael reveals the power of the sun’s rays to lower blood pressure and improve your mood, bones, muscles and immune system. He cha...
Count Your Blessings
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Surprisingly simple ways to boost your health and wellbeing - in one easy step.
Hot Bath
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael takes a long soak in the bath, and explores why it might be good for our heart, metabolism and sleep. He speaks to one of the...
Take A Breath
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael reveals how slowing down and focusing on your breath can have a wide-reaching effect on your body and brain - from reducing p...
Stand On One Leg
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael is reborn as a one legged yogi to reveal why the one leg stance is one the best thing you can do for a longer and more active...
Green Spaces
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Michael explores the science behind the soothing power of nature, revealing how nature not only makes us feel good in the moment, but how it also has ...
Intelligent Exercises
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael reveals the best exercises you can do – to help your heart and your brain. He now does press ups every morning – having ...