ZOE founder shares ‘weakness’ he indulges in every night

ZOE founder shares ‘weakness’ he indulges in every night

A ZOE nutritionist has lifted the lid on the one indulgence he permits himself every night, despite adhering to a nutritious diet. Gut health guru Professor Tim Spector practices what he calls the “80/20 rule” in terms of his eating habits 80 per cent of the time he sticks to healthy foods, whilst for the … Read more

Doctor says chocolate is good for you but only if you eat the right type

Doctor says chocolate is good for you but only if you eat the right type

Nutritional scientist Tim Spector has delivered a sweet revelation for chocolate enthusiasts: it’s beneficial for your health, but only if you opt for the right kind. The King’s College London professor and founder of the Zoe health app advises sticking to dark chocolate with over 70 per cent cacao for significant health benefits. The magic … Read more

Tim Spector says one ‘superfood’ fights off heart disease and diabetes

Tim Spector says one ‘superfood’ fights off heart disease and diabetes

We are all well aware of the impact of diet on our health and wellbeing. The NHS and other health bodies recommend sticking to a balanced diet that includes fruits, veggies, high fibre starchy foods, protein, and dairy or dairy alternatives. It is also advised to limit the amount of saturated fat, salt and sugar … Read more

Hot drink linked to reducing heart disease risk – and it’s not green tea

Hot drink linked to reducing heart disease risk – and it’s not green tea

Nutritional scientist Tim Spector has just served up some great news for coffee enthusiasts, suggesting that a cup could significantly affect heart disease and inflammation while potentially enhancing blood pressure. Speaking from his social media platform, the King’s College London professor and Zoe app co-founder highlighted its possible perks for the digestive microbiome. The current … Read more

Nutritional scientist Tim Spector on only alcohol choice for health

Nutritional scientist Tim Spector on only alcohol choice for health

Nutrition guru Professor Tim Spector has raised a glass to the virtues of an occasional red wine, countering the generally accepted views on alcohol consumption. The King’s College London professor and brain behind the Zoe health app, disclosed his personal preference for red wine stating its relative benefits for health. Despite agreeing with the fact … Read more

Expert says eat this ‘superfood’ daily to reduce inflammation and blood pressure

Expert says eat this ‘superfood’ daily to reduce inflammation and blood pressure

What we eat plays a huge role in our overall health and wellbeing. Some foods are known to raise our risk for certain conditions and should therefore be eaten in limited amounts, while others can actually help keep us healthy and protect against certain diseases and issues. The phrase “superfood” has been thrown around a … Read more

Prof Tim Spector reveals two simple food swaps to lower cholesterol and blood sugar

Prof Tim Spector reveals two simple food swaps to lower cholesterol and blood sugar

Diet is a huge part of our overall health and wellbeing. Not only does what we eat have a massive impact on our weight, it can also affect our risk for conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, dementia and even cancer. Therefore, making healthier choices in our day-to-day life is vital, and potentially even life … Read more

‘I’m a nutrition expert – this lunch slashes blood pressure’

‘I’m a nutrition expert – this lunch slashes blood pressure’

There are several core lifestyle factors that have a huge impact on our health and wellbeing. Of these, diet is perhaps the most influential with certain foods even known to raise or lower your risk of some conditions. Therefore, it is worth taking the time to eat healthy, balanced meals when you can. In our … Read more