The Keto Diet Explained: How To Lose Weight & Get Healthy: Weight Loss Diets Mini-Series - Part 3
Quest For Longevity
Keto Diet Explained: How It Works, What to Eat & Is It Right for You? The keto diet has become an increasingly popular way to lose weight. In this bite-sized episode I explore how the keto diet works, what foods you can and can't eat, and whether this popular low-carb, high-fat diet is right for your weight loss goals. In this episode, we break down: What the keto diet is and how ketosis works Foods to avoid on keto (sugars, grains, most fruits, starchy vegetables) What you can eat on the ketogenic diet (meat, fish, eggs, low-carb vegetables, healthy fats) Keto diet pros and cons for...
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The Mediterranean Diet Explained: How To Lose Weight & Get Healthy: Weight Loss Diets Mini-Series - Part 2
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The Mediterranean Diet Explained The Mediterranean diet is widely recognised as one of the healthiest ways to eat and it is followed by some of the healthiest and longest-lived people in the world. Following the Mediterranean diet could provide some incredible health benefits for you too, while also helping you lose weight in a controlled and sustainable way. I explore how the Mediterranean diet could help you lose weight and why it is renowned for its health benefits. I also offer some practical guidance for anyone wanting to try the Mediterranean diet. Part 2 of my diet mini series,...
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The 5:2 Diet Explained - How To Lose Weight & Get Healthy: Weight Loss Diets Mini-Series - Part 1
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Learn about the 5:2 diet in this bite-sized guide. If you want to lose weight and improve your heath this popular intermittent fasting approach might be what you are looking for. I touch on the science behind intermittent calorie restriction, practical tips for following the diet, potential health benefits, including improved blood sugar control and heart health, and who should avoid this eating plan. Perfect for anyone wondering if the 5:2 diet is right for their weight loss journey. This episode is part of my weight loss diet mini series, exploring different approaches to healthy eating...
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US Dietary Guidelines VS UK Dietary Guidelines
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The US has just released new dietary guidelines, and there have been some welcome updates since the last edition. More emphasis on protein, a friendlier stance on full-fat dairy, and explicit warnings about ultraprocessed foods reflect advances in research and our understanding of nutrition. But how does this compare with the somewhat outdated UK government dietary guidelines, issued way back in 2016? In this episode, we compare the new US guidelines with the UK's Eatwell Guide. We look at where they agree, where they differ, and what these differences actually mean for how you eat. From...
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5 Very Simple Steps to Better Health in 2026
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Show Description The start of a new year often comes with big health goals, bold promises, and plenty of noise. In this episode of Quest for Longevity, Tim cuts through the hype and shares five simple, evidence-based ways to improve your health in 2026. You’ll learn practical strategies to support weight loss, fitness, energy, and healthy aging — including how to move more and build strength, eat more protein and fibre for better metabolic and gut health, improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and create habits that actually stick. Rather than extreme diets, supplements, or quick fixes,...
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Gut Health Explained & How to Fix Your Gut in 2026
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Show Description There is an increasing amount of buzz around gut health right now, so I decided to dive in and find out why. In this episode, I explore what the gut is, what gut health means and why it matters far more than you might think. And most importantly, what we can do, starting today, to improve our gut health through simple dietary and lifestyle changes. Quality Health Supplements If you’re looking for quality health supplements I can highly recommend . They produce great value, quality products and I’ve been very pleased with the results. (I may be affiliated with brands...
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Collagen: What Does It Do & Are Supplements Worth The Money?
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Do collagen supplements live up to the hype? This evidence-based episode cuts through the marketing claims to reveal what science really says about collagen supplements. We explore what collagen is, how it works in your body, and examine the latest clinical trials and meta-analyses on skin health, joint pain, bone density, and muscle function. Perfect for anyone considering collagen or wanting to understand the science behind this billion-dollar industry. Quality Health Supplements I use supplements. They produce great value, quality products and I’ve been very pleased with the...
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Autophagy: Your Disease Fighting, Life-Extending Super Power
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Autophagy is the body’s natural recycling system that cleans out damaged cells and renews them from within. We’ll look at how this built-in process helps slow aging, boosts energy, and protects against disease, and how simple habits like fasting, exercise, and quality sleep can help switch it on. No extreme diets or complicated science — just practical ways to support your body’s own repair system and live a longer, healthier life. Connect With Me Facebook: Instagram: Research Sources A Comprehensive Review of Autophagy and Its Various Roles in Health and Disease — ...
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Health & Longevity Insight: Metabolic Disease & Dementia, Eat 5-A-Day For Better Sleep, AI Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
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Join me as I unpack the latest science and developments shaping the future of health and longevity. This week on the Quest Health & Longevity Insight: Discover how getting your 5-a-day could improve your sleep, how the power of AI is poised to revolutionise prostate cancer diagnoses, and why managing metabolic health in mid-life could protect your brain from dementia in your later years. Connect With Me Facebook: Instagram: Research Sources
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Rosehip Supplements: What Are They & What Are The Health Benefits?
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In this episode, I dive into the research on rosehips. This ancient remedy has shown impressive results in osteoarthritis trials, and even emerging studies on metabolism nerve damage. Are the claims about it’s benefits overhyped or is this humble supplement worth adding to your stack? Connect With Me Facebook: Instagram: Research Sources
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There is an increasing amount of buzz around gut health right now, so I decided to dive in and find out why. In this episode, I explore what the gut is, what gut health means and why it matters far more than you might think. And most importantly, what we can do, starting today, to improve our gut health through simple dietary and lifestyle changes.
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If you’re looking for quality health supplements I can highly recommend WeightWorld. They produce great value, quality products and I’ve been very pleased with the results.
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Research Sources
The Gut-Brain Axis: Influence of Microbiota on Mood and Mental Health - PMC
A comprehensive review of the gut-brain axis and how gut microbiota influences neurotransmitter production, including serotonin, and its connection to mood disorders like anxiety and depression.
Gut microbiota's effect on mental health: The gut-brain axis - PMC
Explores the bidirectional communication between the gut microbiota and the central nervous system, and the role of dysbiosis in mental illnesses.
The microbiome in autoimmune diseases - PMC
Discusses how gut microbiome dysbiosis plays a role in autoimmune diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis, and how the microbiome regulates immune system development and function.
Emerging role of gut microbiota in autoimmune diseases - Frontiers in Immunology
Examines how gut microbiota influences autoimmune disease onset and progression through immune cell regulation and intestinal barrier function.
Fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity, decreases inflammatory proteins, study finds - Stanford Medicine
Groundbreaking Stanford research showing how a diet rich in fermented foods enhances microbiome diversity and reduces inflammation markers.
Dietary Fiber Intake and Gut Microbiota in Human Health - PMC
Reviews how dietary fiber is fermented by gut microbiota to produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids and how fiber intake modulates microbiome structure and diversity.
Harvard gut discovery could change how we treat obesity and diabetes - ScienceDaily
Recent 2025 research from Harvard identifying gut-produced metabolites that influence liver function and insulin sensitivity, with implications for obesity and diabetes treatment.
Exploring the Gut Microbiota: Key Insights Into Its Role in Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, and Type 2 Diabetes - The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism
Comprehensive 2024 review examining how gut microbiota composition differs in people with obesity and diabetes, and the role of bacterial diversity in metabolic health.