The Wellness Scoop

Fruit Sugar, Plant Diversity & When Healthy Tracking Turns Unhealthy

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we answer some of your most thoughtful questions yet, from whether fruit sugar is actually something we should worry about, to how to approa...

Natural Ozempic, Peptide Clinics & What’s Really Driving Hunger

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we unpack the science of appetite and what really drives us to eat: hunger, stress, habit, reward or simply the food environment around us. ...

Burnout, Partner Diet Drama & The Smoothie Myth

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s Q&A covers some of the most relatable health questions. We talk about how to approach a partner’s diet when you’re worried but not ...

Britain’s Health SOS, Stress & The Cortisol Craze

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we unpack a sobering picture of the UK’s health, with new data showing we’re living fewer years in good health and falling behind much o...

Food Noise, Breaking the Craving Cycle & 2-Minute Habits

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we answer your questions on some of the most complex and personal areas of health, from food noise and emotional eati...

When to Exercise, Gut Health Clues & The Cost of “Perfect”

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we explore some of the most thought-provoking shifts in health right now, from how timing your workouts could impact ...

Building Muscle, Protein vs Fibre & The Supplement Trap 

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we answer your questions on some of the most common and confusing nutrition topics, from how much protein you actuall...

The Protein Divide, The Optimism Effect & Britain’s Favourite Veg

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we unpack some of the biggest conversations shaping how we think about health right now, from what we should actually...

How to Beat the Afternoon Slump, Breakfast Myths & Food Pairing

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we answer your questions on some of the most common and confusing everyday health habits, from that mid-afternoon ene...

Best Foods for Brain & Gut Health + The Social Media Reckoning

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we explore what’s shaping our health from both a biological and cultural perspective, from the foods that support o...

Eating for Colds, Digestion Hacks & Why Weight Won’t Shift

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What should you actually eat when you’re unwell and don’t have the energy to cook? Do viral digestion hacks really improve how your body absorbs n...

11 Minutes to Change Your Health & Olive Oil Shots: Hype or Health?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we explore the small shifts that can have a surprisingly big impact on long-term health, starting with new research s...

Cycle Syncing, Microwaves & Electrolyte Hype

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Should we be eating differently across each stage of our cycle? Are microwaves actually harmful, or is it another wellness myth? And do we really need...

Is Wine Good for You Now? Build a Better Relationship with Food & Stay Sharp

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is wine actually good for you now? It’s a headline that’s everywhere, but what does the research really say? In this episode, we unpack the nuance...

Screens at Meals, The Ultimate Healthy Shopping List & Too Much Fibre?

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Does eating in front of screens really affect digestion? What would the ultimate healthy shopping list actually look like? And can you eat too much fi...

Foods That Boost Your Mood, Optimal Sleep & WTF is Looksmaxxing

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can what you eat really shape how you feel day to day? What’s the ideal amount of sleep for long-term health? And how much of our disease risk is in...

Fussy Eaters, BMI Myths & The School Dessert Debate

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How can you boost nutrition for fussy children without changing the foods they already love? How reliable is BMI as a measure of health, particularly ...

Can Multivitamins Slow Ageing? Obesity Myths & Brain Boosts

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can a daily multivitamin really slow biological ageing? Is obesity simply about willpower, or is the biology far more complex? And could just 15 minut...

Stress Eating, Sugar Substitutes & Fixing Your Gut

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we reach for sweet food when we’re stressed? Are zero-sugar sweeteners actually better for our health? And can digestive enzymes really help ...

Diets That Lower Cancer Risk, Collagen Hype & The Mental Health Divide

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Does collagen actually do anything for your skin? Which diets are linked to lower cancer risk? Is mental health really declining in younger generation...

Psyllium Husk, The Cost of Over-Optimising & Health Hacks

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 98 and the countdown to 100 is officially on. This week is a listener Q&A special. We break down the rise of psyllium husk and what it actual...

Cortisol, Cardio & The Everyday Habits Protecting Your Brain

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re looking at the small, everyday habits that may influence our long-term health more than we think. From early ...

Superfood Hype, Collagen, Air Fryers & Hidden Veggie Wins

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we are answering your questions and unpacking some of the biggest wellness trends shaping everyday choices. We start...

Fasting Myths, Gut-Boosting Pasta & A Five-Year Brain Boost

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we unpack four headlines shaping how we eat and think about health. A major Cochrane review finds intermittent fasti...

Easy Food Swaps, Snacking Smarter & Anti-Inflammatory Supplements

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re answering your questions on making everyday food choices simpler and more nourishing. We start with micronutrients ...

Is Coffee Good for You? The AI Monk & Gut–Brain Health

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the headlines shaping how we think about brain health, everyday habits and modern wellness. First up, w...

Sweet vs Savoury Breakfasts, Celeb Supplements & ACV Shots

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re answering your questions on breakfast smoothies, savoury breakfasts, blood sugar balance and the wellness hab...

Reclaiming Our Attention, Cancer-Linked Ingredients & Fermented Foods

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re talking about why so many of us feel constantly distracted, what new research is revealing about cancer-linke...

IBS, Oils and the Fats We’re All Confused About

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re talking about everything from navigating long-term IBS and nutrient gaps on a plant-forward diet, to making s...

Scrolling Less, Moving More & Tips for Everyday Health

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re talking about why variety in movement matters for long-term health, what new data is telling us about the ris...

Blood Sugar Spikes, Magnesium & Eating Well on a Budget

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re answering your questions on eating well in real life, especially when routines are disrupted, budgets are str...

Optimism, Immunity and the Truth About Burning Fat

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re talking about whether optimism can influence immune health, what the science really says about exercising on ...

Are Portion Sizes Sexist? Meditation and Heavy Metals

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re unpacking some of the health debates that have been quietly everywhere. We start with the question that spark...

Exercise as Therapy, Super-Salads & the Pressure to Optimise

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re unpacking some of the health stories shaping how we think about wellbeing right now. We start with new resear...

Fads, Fasting & Finding Calm

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re answering your questions on fasting trends, supplements, junk food advertising, and the beauty and wellness a...

Detox Myths, Morning Rituals & The US New Dietary Guidelines

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re digging into some of the biggest health stories shaping how we eat and live right now. We start with new data...

Intermittent Fasting, Secrets to Gut Health and Biggest Nutrition Myths

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re answering your biggest nutrition questions with Professor Sarah Berry, one of the UK’s leading nutritional scientists. Together we...

Chocolate for Ageing? Friendship & The Nervous System Explained

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re unpacking three of the health stories that have been everywhere as January gets underway. We start with why friendship and social co...

Gut Health, Supplements & Eating Well Without Obsession

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re answering your questions on gut health and everyday nutrition, focusing on what genuinely supports your body without tipping ...

5 Tips for a Healthy 2026, Anti-Cancer Jabs & Botox Risks

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As we head into a new year, we’re focusing on what it really means to build a healthy 2026, without extremes or quick fixes. In this episode, we loo...

2025 Highlights, Red Light Masks, Our Daily Rituals

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re closing out the year with the moments that shaped 2025; the trends that genuinely made a difference, the habits that stuck and the s...

Sugar Cravings, Protein Shakes & The Secret to Better Sleep

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into the health stories you’ll actually want to know about as we head into mid-December. We’re unpacking why sugar cravin...

The Ultimate Choc Off: How to Be Selfish, Sourdough Secrets & The Truth on Fat-Burning Supplements

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to The Wellness Scoop, your weekly dose of honest, accessible and empowering wellness chat. We’re your hosts, Ella Mills and Rhiannon L...

Beating Hangovers, Wellness Washing & The Chronic Disease Pandemic

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into the health stories you’ll actually want to know about as we head into December. We’re looking at how to beat a hango...

Christmas Menus, Intolerance Tests and the Wellness Trends to Ignore

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Extra Scoop we’re tackling your brilliant listener questions, from the confusion around food intolerance tests to what to cook for a summer ...

Food, Mood and the 2026 Wellness Trends to Watch!

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re unpacking the stories shaping long-term health, from the latest research on ultra-processed foods to the global rise in childhood bl...

Beat Winter Blues, Multi-Vitamins & Daily(ish) Wins

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into everything you need to feel a little brighter and more grounded through the winter months, from simple ways to lift your...

‘Natural’ Ozempic, Bean Power & How to Beat Headaches

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re unpacking the stories that could genuinely shift your everyday health. We look at the three simple habits proven to stop morning hea...

Should We Count Calories? Pesticides & Tips for Winter

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into your biggest wellness questions, from whether calorie counting really works to how concerned we should be about pesticid...

The 75p Health Trick, Vagina Lollipops & Gut Secrets

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into the biggest wellness stories making headlines, from Kourtney Kardashian’s viral Lemmelaunches (yes, vagina lollipops a...

Hormones, Healthy Skin and the Truth About Oats

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Extra Scoop we’re tackling your brilliant listener questions, from why your period might stop after restrictive eating to what’s really go...

Fibre Fixes, Walking Wins and the Cancer Warning Debate

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into the wellness stories everyone’s talking about, from the call for cancer warnings on bacon and ham to the surprising sc...

Anxiety, Gut Health and How to Improve Your Microbiome

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re answering your questions with Professor Tim Spector, diving into the connection between gut health and anxiety, and how to strengthe...

The Longevity Diet, Jennifer Aniston’s Workouts and the Science of Strength

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into the latest research on how to live longer, move better and feel stronger. We explore the Green Mediterranean Diet, the p...

The Gluten Debate and the Benefits of Chocolate

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re breaking down the truth about two of our favourite topics: bread and chocolate. We unpack the confusion around gluten and gut health...

Are Carbs Bad? & Ditching the Pressure to ‘Fix’ Yourself

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re tackling one of the most persistent wellness myths: that cutting carbs is essential for weight loss. We dive into what carbs actuall...

How To Lower Inflammation & Eat 30 Plants a Week

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into inflammation, what it really is, why it’s not always a bad thing, and how to calm it through everyday habits rather th...

How to Beat a Cold & The World’s Healthiest Diet

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re breaking down the science behind staying well as cold and flu season hits, from what actually helps you recover faster to why balanc...

Ozempic & Weight Loss Drugs: Game Changers or Health Hazards?

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into one of the biggest health conversations of the year as we explore GLP 1 weight loss drugs. From Ozempic to Wegovy these ...

Mood-Boosting Diets, Brain Gains and the UPF Debate

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re exploring the connection between what you eat and how you feel, from mood-boosting fibre to the foods that help sharpen focus and pr...

​​Habit Stacking, Sugar vs Sweeteners & Adaptogens

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop we’re answering your questions, starting with one of the most common debates: is it better to add sugar or a sweeten...

Morning Routines, Motivation and the Ozempic Backlash

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 backlas...

10 Simple Nutrition Wins, Wholegrains and Intuitive Eating 

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop we’re answering your questions, from the small daily habits that make the biggest difference to how we eat, to wheth...

 Microplastics, The Billion-Dollar Race to Reverse Ageing and Perfect Guacamole

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop we’re diving into two of the most jaw-dropping wellness headlines we’ve seen all year. First, the new research rev...

Fasting, Cortisol and Seed Cycling

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re answering your questions, starting with fasting and whether time-restricted eating really supports metabolic health and gut health. ...

The 60-Second Secret to Health & Fibremaxxing

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re uncovering the groundbreaking science showing how just 60 seconds of vigorous movement a day could transform your health and even a...

Omega 3, Stabilisers & The Nightshade Myth

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Fitting In? Fries & How to Keep Your Holiday High 

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ti...

Best Time to Exercise, Lab Grown Meat & Microplastics

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

How to Be a Super-Ager and Reduce Inflammation

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 f...

Organic Food, Acne & Blood Sugar — Myths vs. Reality

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re tackling some of the biggest listener questions. Do organic foods really make a difference to your health, or is it just clever mar...

How to Cut Cancer Risk, Cellulite and Extra Weight

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re talking about why vegetarian and vegan diets can cut cancer risk by up to a quarter, the “worst foods for cellulite” and what t...

Are You Stuck in a Perfectionism Trap? & The Truth About Supplements

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this summer bonus episode of The Wellness Scoop, we’re asking if perfectionism could be quietly holding back your health goals and revealing the ...

The Truth About Seed Oils & Gut Health vs Genetics

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special summer bonus episode of The Wellness Scoop. We’re asking two big questions — are seed oils really as bad as the headlines cla...

The Truth About Ultra Processed Foods

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another special live episode of The Wellness Scoop. We’re starting with a calming five-minute meditation led by Cordelia Simpson to help...

Coffee, Calories, Cancer Risk & Real-Life Wellness

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a very special episode of The Wellness Scoop, recorded live with our amazing community. In today’s show, we’re asking whether coffee c...

Sugar Swaps, Keto & Broccoli Shots

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into the wellness headlines that got us talking, from new research linking sweeteners to early puberty, to what the science ...

10 Minutes to Change Your Day, NHS Overhaul & Sleep Gummies

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re looking at why the first ten minutes after you wake up might matter more than anything else for how the rest of your day unfolds. F...

Self-Obsessed or Happy? Plus Chocolate & Heart Health

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re asking if all this self-monitoring, self-optimising and endless tracking is actually helping us — or just making us more stressed...

Punishment Juice, 50 Calories & Supermarket Shake-Ups

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into the stories shaping what we eat, how we shop and the way we live. We’re talking about the government’s new push to...

The Nation’s Health Check, Cortisol Confusion & Stress Hacks

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re breaking down the new government data on the UK’s diet, from fibre and fruit and veg to vitamin D and iodine. It’s a clear snap...

"The 14 Foods to Eat Every Week" & the £2,000 Wellness Trap

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into the foods that could help you live longer — and the wellness habits that might be doing more harm than good. We star...

The Extra Scoop: Protein. Myths, Marketing & What You Really Need

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Protein is everywhere right now — added to yoghurts, cereals, snack bars and even water. But why has it taken centre stage in the wellness world, an...

Botox, #SkinnyTok & Is All Sugar the Same?

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into the slightly shocking (and sometimes surprisingly wholesome) stories shaping our health and habits. We start with TikT...

The Extra Scoop: EMFs, AI, Radiation & the Digital Health Myths We Need to Debunk

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re more connected than ever — but is our tech making us healthier, or quietly harming us? In this episode of The Extra Scoop, we’re joined b...

Are We Being Lied To? The Wellness Scandal

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we’re unpacking the stories that are reshaping the way we think about food, health, and community. We start with a...

The Extra Scoop: How to Build a Truly Healthy Relationship with Food

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As summer approaches and body image pressures creep in, many of us start to feel more self-conscious — often without even realising it. In this epis...

Is Ozempic Changing the World? & What the Hell Is Netflix Bum?

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into the small (and slightly ridiculous) things that could be having a big impact on your health. We start with the science...

How to Live Longer with Champagne, Mushrooms… and Raw Testicles?

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into four surprising headlines that touch on everything from daily habits to big lifestyle shifts. First up,...

"11 foods to avoid to slim down for summer" & the Loneliness Epidemic

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re unpacking the return of restrictive headlines — starting with The Telegraph’s “11 foods to avoid if you want t...

The Extra Scoop: The Truth About Glucose Monitors

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) have exploded in popularity, promising everything from weight loss to personalised health insights — but are they...

Bikini Bodies, Sugar Cravings and Thriving over Rotting

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we’re taking a closer look at the sneaky side of nutrition—starting with hidden sugar. From yoghurt and oat milk to savo...

The Extra Scoop: Collagen and the Supplement Boom

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Supplements are everywhere — from collagen to magnesium, creatine and ashwagandha -  how much of it is science, and how much is just smart marketin...

Reversing Inflammation, Power Naps & The Fall of Weight Watchers/Diet Culture 

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of The Wellness Scoop, we’re diving into some of the biggest shifts and studies shaping the future of health and wellness. ...

The Extra Scoop: Are Our Phones Making us Miserable? 

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re living in a screen-saturated world—and many of us are starting to ask: what’s all this phone time actually doing to our brains? In this e...

Cold Plunges, Morning Routines & The 3 Bursts of Ageing 

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of The Wellness Scoop, we’re diving into some of the most talked-about trends and headlines in health and wellness. We loo...

The Extra Scoop: Can You Eat Your Way to Glowing Skin?

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is glowing skin all about luck, or can your diet really make a difference? In this 15-minute conversation, we’ll dive into the buzzwords, nutrients,...

Longevity, Collagen & the Perfectionism Trap

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, we explore the link between movement, health, and body image—asking whether it’s time to rethink what it means to be fit...

The Extra Scoop: The Fertility & Lifestyle Connection

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How much does lifestyle really impact fertility, and what’s just a myth? In this short conversation, we tackle common questions about age, sperm cou...

The Extra Scoop: Sleep 101

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sleep is something we all do every night, yet many of us struggle to get enough of it. With so much conflicting advice, it can be hard to know what re...