E.196 Focus On Quality Not Calories with Tim Spector

In My Kitchen this week I am joined by Professor Tim Spector.Tim Spector is a leading expert in epidemiology at King’s College London and the co-founder of ZOE, a pioneering nutrition science company focused on advancing our understanding of gut health. He is also a highly regarded author, known for bestselling books including The Diet Myth, Spoon-Fed, Food for Life, Food for Life Cookbook, and Ferment. Recognised for his significant contributions to science, including his work during the Covid-19 pandemic for which he was awarded an OBE, Tim is widely considered one of the foremost authorities in his field. A trailblazer in microbiome research, he is also ranked among the top 100 most-cited scientists globally.I was honoured to be joined by Tim and in this episode, Tim and I break down his eight key principles for eating well and living a healthier life, sharing practical insights grounded in the latest scientific research.Beyond the fundamentals of nutrition, we also explored some of social media’s most talked-about trends, from seed oils and ultra-processed foods to sardines, veganism, and the carnivore diet, cutting through the noise to uncover what the science really says.Finally, we delved into a topic that is incredibly personal to me: the connection between food and cancer, and how the choices we make every day can support longevity and long-term health.Topics we discuss:We live in a world of too much information and too much mis-information, how do we know what to believe anymoreWhy are we all still making the wrong choicesToo much information can cause stress and unhealthy relationships around food Tim's journey to researching the Gut MicrbiomeThe 8 Principles to eating wellThe link between food and cancerCoffee being a healthy addition to our diet The truth about UPFSeed oilsThe benefits of extra virgin olive oil The vegan diet The carnivore dietWhat success looks like to Tim in his careerSponsors: Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia’s Instagram - click here!Tim Spector's Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.