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ZOE Science & Nutrition · May 26, 2026 · 14m

Most replayed moment: Which Wellness Trends Are Worth Your Time? | Liz Earle & Dr Federica Amati

Journalist and wellness expert Liz Earle and nutritional scientist Dr. Federica Amati join ZOE to cut through the noise of viral social media health trends. The short discussion focuses on how to separate evidence-backed practices from exaggerated claims, using examples like red light therapy and cow fat supplements to highlight the gap between marketing and science.

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Highlights

The Gap Between Wellness Hype and Evidence
Social media amplifies wellness trends without requiring scientific backing, forcing consumers to distinguish between real benefits and marketing noise.
Red Light Therapy Under Scrutiny
Red light therapy was discussed as a widespread wellness trend whose claims may exceed the science.
Cow Fat as a Wellness Trend
The episode touched on the rise of cow fat (tallow) as a health supplement and its questionable scientific basis.
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