Protein, Skin Food, and the Battle Against Birthday Cake

Wellness with Ella

The Wellness Scoop

Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Mental Health

4.7 • 4.9K Ratings

🗓️ 20 January 2025

⏱️ 74 minutes

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Summary

From protein pots flying off supermarket shelves to Scotland banning birthday cakes, this week we’re diving into the trends and headlines shaping the wellness world. How much protein do you really need? Is BMI an outdated measure of health? And what’s behind the viral “Oat-zempic” and chia water crazes? We’ll also take a closer look at the man spending $2 million a year on anti-ageing protocols—are his extreme habits the future of wellness? Plus, Dr Thivi joins us to explore the connection between diet and glowing skin, with practical advice you can trust. Recommendations This Week: School of Greatness Podcast with Dr Rangan Chatterjee: How To Escape The Prison Of Your Mind & Reinvent Your Life In 2025 – A refreshing take on mindset and behaviour change. Well Fed by James Collier and Yoga Happy by Hannah Barrett – Inspiring reads for food and mindfulness. Netflix Pick: “Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever” – A fascinating deep dive into the extremes of the anti-ageing movement. Johann Hari Magic Pill – the pros and cons of Ozempic (his interview on Diary of a CEO Podcast also provides an overview) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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