When to Exercise, Gut Health Clues & The Cost of “Perfect”
5/4/202657 min
This week on The Wellness Scoop, we explore some of the most thought-provoking shifts in health right now, from how timing your workouts could impact your heart, to what your gut might reveal about disease risk years before symptoms begin, and the growing pressure around appearance in the age of social media. We break down new research on chronotypes and why aligning exercise with your body clock may improve key markers of health, before diving into emerging science linking the gut microbiome to early signs of Parkinson’s disease. We also revisit the darker side of “looksmaxxing,” with rising concerns around steroid use and the long-term health risks tied to the pursuit of a certain physique. Plus, we explore the rise of low-light evening rituals designed to help us properly switch off, and the snack tin trend, a simple but telling shift towards more flexible, varied and enjoyable ways of eating. Are you a lark or an owl? Find out HERE Send your questions for our weekly Q&A to hello@wellness-scoop.com Recommendations: Order your copy of Ella's new book: Quick Wins: Healthy Cooking for Busy Lives Pre-order your copy of Rhi's upcoming book: The Fibre Formula Sign up to the wait list for Rhitrition+ Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code Scoop at checkout. Download Saily app or go to to https://saily.com/scoop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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First 90 secondsSpeaker 00:00
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Speaker 10:28
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Ella Mills· Host0:59
[upbeat music] Welcome to The Wellness Scoop, your weekly dose of health and wellness, inspiration. And as always, we're both here as your hosts. I'm Ella Mills.
Rhiannon Lambert· Host1:10
And I'm Rhiannon Lambert. And after a decade in the wellness industry, we know how overwhelming and confusing health advice can be. That's why we're here with this podcast, to cut through the noise and make healthier living simple, fun, and personal.
Ella Mills· Host1:23
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