
Episode 3
Michael Mosley and Dr Chris van Tulleken investigate omega-3 supplements, and Dr Zoe Williams discovers why eating a lot of fat affects men and women differently.
Michael conducts an ambitious study on the health benefits of omega-3 fish oils, while Dr Chris van Tulleken puts omega-3 supplements to the test. Dr Zoe Williams goes on a high fat diet and discovers why eating a lot of fat affects men and women differently. Gabriel Weston seeks out an innovative new brain treatment for PTSD, and Dr Saleyha Ahsan reveals how to spot the symptoms of a little-known condition that can cause sudden and irreversible sight loss.
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How can I get more omega-3 into my diet and how much difference will it make to my health?
Our volunteers see what happens when they eat oily fish or take fish oil supplements.
What does eating a diet high in unhealthy fat really do to our bodies?
It turns out that eating lots of unhealthy fats could be worse for men than for women.
What is giant cell arteritis and how can I recognise it?
This little known condition can cause devastating sight loss unless it’s spotted in time.
Are there any drug-free remedies for travel sickness?
We run through the home remedies and easy techniques you can try.
Could targeting networks in the brain help to alleviate the symptoms of PTSD?
We find out about ‘neuromodulation’ – a treatment being trialled in California.
Should I worry about plastics?
Chemicals like BPA and phthalates can get from plastics into food – but is this a problem?
Can I really boost my immune system?
We reveal that when it comes to the immune system what's actually important is balance.
Is it safe to use cling film in the microwave?
We sent cling films to the lab to see if we should worry about chemicals getting into food
What can I do about restless legs syndrome?
Why do restless legs happen and what are the treatment options?
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Should I worry about plastics?
Duration: 02:28
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Should I worry about plastics?
Duration: 02:41
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Could a new way of stimulating the brain help people with PTSD?
Duration: 07:28
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Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes
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Caro Emerald
Dr. Wanna Do
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Michael Mosley |
Presenter | Chris van Tulleken |
Presenter | Zoe Williams |
Presenter | Gabriel Weston |
Presenter | Saleyha Ahsan |
Series Producer | Catherine Abbott |
Executive Producer | Jacqueline Smith |
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