What to eat this week to lift your mood and protect your brain – with Professor Tim Spector

It seems the key to a brighter mood and healthy brain really does start at the end of your fork. Liz is joined by epidemiologist and ZOE co-founder Professor Tim Spector to explore the powerful connection between our gut and mental wellbeing – and how a few simple food tweaks can have a rapid impact on your mood and cognitive health.

They discuss how changing oestrogen levels around menopause can affect the gut microbiome, and how inflammation travels through the body, causing symptoms such as anxiety, fatigue and even reduced brain function.

Tim also shares what to eat (and what to cut back on) to feel a noticeable difference in just two weeks, with easy meal ideas for when stress is high and motivation is low.

In this episode:

• Why brain health starts in the gut
• The research exploring links between gut health, dementia and Parkinson’s
• Why plant diversity keeps your immune system functioning well
• Healthy diet interventions to get your brain back on track
• How nuts and blueberries can improve your concentration levels
• Easy soups and one-pot dishes for when you’re time-poor or not in the mood
• How to make comfort foods more healthy
• Kitchen hacks to save time on busy days
• What to add to your favourite recipes to make them more gut-friendly

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Creatine
• Omega-3
• Podcast with Veronique Bataille on SPF
• Podcast with Rachel De Thample on fermentation

More from Tim:

• Follow Tim on Instagram
• Read Tim’s book, Good Mood Food

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

• Email: [email protected]
• WhatsApp: 07518 471 846

More from Liz:

• How To Age
• A Better Second Half
• Follow Liz on Instagram
• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram

Host: Liz Earle

Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)

Content Writer: Lucy Parley

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