Eat with your ears with these five food podcasts, which cover all things nutrition
Whether you’re looking for healthy eating tips or advice on how to maintain a balanced diet, it’s always best to listen to the experts. From foods that help you concentrate to healthy meal plans, check out our favourite food podcasts hosted by doctors and medical professionals.
ZOE Science and Nutrition
ZOE, meaning ‘life’ in Greek, is a health science company that conducts scientific research to explore the impact of food on the human body. Hosted by CEO Jonathan Wolf, ZOE Science and Nutrition investigates the biochemical reactions food induces in the body and invites leading scientists to explain new research. The podcast library is divided into hour-long episodes and ‘shorts’ — 20-minute instalments debunking diet myths, such as whether omega-3 supplements are actually worth it. Recent conversations have delved into the science behind processed food, protein bulking and weight-loss drugs. joinzoe.com
Our favourite episode: Your gut is full of bugs: why this is great news (16/05/2022)
Food For Thought
Hosted by nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert, founder of London’s Harley Street clinic Rhitrition, Food for Thought tackles weight management, eating disorders and pre- and postnatal diets. In this chart-topping podcast Lambert invites guests to separate the facts from the fiction to simplify the world of nutrition. Ideal for those looking to lose weight, Food for Thought covers topics like calorie counting fads, workouts and the science behind sports nutrition. The ‘bitesize’ episodes make for easy listening, too. rhitrition.com
Our favourite episode: Why fibre isn’t a fad (08/05/2023)
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The Doctor’s Kitchen
Hosted by nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert, founder of London’s Harley Street clinic Rhitrition, Food for Thought tackles weight management, eating disorders and pre- and postnatal diets. In this chart-topping podcast Lambert invites guests to separate the facts from the fiction to simplify the world of nutrition. Ideal for those looking to lose weight, Food for Thought covers topics like calorie counting fads, workouts and the science behind sports nutrition. The ‘bitesize’ episodes make for easy listening, too. rhitrition.com
Our favourite episode: Why fibre isn’t a fad (08/05/2023)
The Food Medic
Originally started as a university blog, The Food Medic has evolved into a five-star-podcast with more than six million downloads. With three bestselling books under her belt, host Dr Hazel Wallace   focuses on the diet’s role in preventing disease and health conditions — a passion that started at the age of 14 when she lost her father to a stroke. The aim of The Food Medic podcast is to educate,covering a range of dietary topics such as keto, cholesterol management and safe intermittent fasting. thefoodmedic.co.uk
Our favourite episode: How food can support your mental health (27/02/2023)
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The Nourished Child
After noticing a knowledge gap surrounding children’s food and exercise, paediatric dietitian Jill Castle founded The Nourished Child podcast to provide parents with helpful tips on how little ones can get the most out of their food.   Castle’s helpful conversations with health professionals cover everything from picky eaters and plant-based diets to body image and youth sports. Plus, you’ll pick up some practical tips to help tackle children’s common misbehaviours around diet, too. thenourishedchild.com
Our favourite episode: Transform your parenting and feeding triggers (08/09/2022)
