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The Wellness Scoop

The Protein Divide, The Optimism Effect & Britain’s Favourite Veg

The Wellness Scoop

The Wellness Scoop

Mental Health, Society & Culture, Health & Fitness

4.75.9K Ratings

🗓️ 27 April 2026

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Summary

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we unpack some of the biggest conversations shaping how we think about health right now, from what we should actually be eating for heart health to the growing evidence that mindset plays a measurable role in physical wellbeing. We break down the clash between new US dietary guidelines and heart health advice, exploring the debate around plant vs animal protein, red meat and saturated fats. We also dive into the science of optimism and why a more positive outlook is linked to better cardiovascular health, sleep and immunity. Plus, we look at Britain’s favourite vegetables and what they’re really doing for your health, before finishing with the rising trend of cosmeticorexia and what it reveals about our relationship with appearance. 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+⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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So be part of the change by donating your pre-loved items today.

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This episode is sponsored by Fussy.

1:21.7

So Fussy is a natural geodron and we were actually joking last year that they should sponsor the podcast because as you might remember, we both kept talking about how great Fussy was.

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Honestly, I've been using it for ages. I was recommending it to everyone and then I bought it into the office for Ella to see. Exactly. So when she bought it, it's the Wellness Scoop as a recommendation, I started using it and I have been hooked it ever since. And it's because it actually works. Exactly that. I think we have both tried so many natural deodorants over the year and most of them just didn't do much. This is the first one where I've been like, okay, this genuinely works all day. I think that's because there's actual science behind it. It uses a probiotic formula that helps neutralise odour for over 24 hours. Which honestly still kind of amazes me for a natural geodron. It's also all natural. It's vegan, cruelty free and has no aluminium or paraben, so it just feels like a great switch. And it's really good for the planet's sustainability point of view. It's better than traditional ones. It's simple. Exactly, because they use refills and those refills are plastic-free and home compostable. They're delivered straight to you. You just keep the case and swap the inside, and honestly, it couldn't be easier. Yeah, so they've got over 38,000 reviews if you want to check it out for yourself and a 4.8 rating on

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Trust Pilot, Ella.

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So if you want to try Fussy Deoderon, use the code Wellness to get 15% off your first Fussy purchase.

2:33.0

Welcome to the Wellness Scoop, your weekly dose of health and wellness inspiration.

2:38.0

And as always, we're both here as your host.

2:40.2

I'm Ella Mills.

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