Cortisol, ZBiotics & the Rise of David Bars: From the Modern Wellness Podcast

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Adrienne Herbert

Society & Culture, Unknown

4.8 • 713 Ratings

🗓️ 20 June 2025

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Today Adrienne is sharing an episode from her other podcast, Modern Wellness Podcast. If you're not yet following or subscribed, just search for Modern Wellness Podcast wherever you get your podcasts!

First up, the hosts dive into the world of cortisol, addressing the algorithm and its penchant for blaming cortisol for various health issues after the Telegraph's recent article "Cortisol isn’t always bad. Here’s how to make it work for you".

Next, there's a look at ZBiotics, a genetically engineered probiotic aimed at reducing hangovers, weighing its potential benefits and scientific backing, after it has been doing the rounds online.

Finally, Sammi shares a wellness trend prediction on David Bars, a relatively new high-protein, low-calorie snack that's gaining rapid popularity and significant investment.

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