Summer Special 2016
The doctors return to do more science research on the nation's behalf. They discover whether is it possible to bust belly fat and how protective sun cream actually is.
As the sun comes out (or not!) the doctors are back doing science research on our behalf. While we prepare to bare our bodies on the beach, Dr Saleyha Ahsan and the University of Oxford test whether it is really possible to bust belly fat, and skin surgeon Gabriel Weston takes a special camera on the streets to see how protective sun cream actually is. Dr Chris van Tulleken tests how cheap a pair of sunglasses we can buy and still be assured protection from damaging UV light. And as the warmer weather tempts more of us to do some exercise, GP Zoe Williams makes a guest appearance to test what it's really doing for our health, whilst Michael Mosley investigates some surprising ways to get the benefits of exercise without doing any at all.
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We put four methods to the test: does anything really target belly fat?
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The difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke and how to spot and treat them.
Michael Mosley steps into the hot tub in the name of science - with surprising results.
Michael Mosley submits to being stretched - revealingΒ what it does toΒ our metabolism.
Our UV-sensitive camera reveals the hidden truth...
Michael Mosley interviews experts with different opinions on the benefits of sunshine.
What effect does taking 10,000 steps a day really have? We do an experiment.
DoΒ Β£1.50 sunglasses really offer any protection from the sun?
What to do if you're stung by a jellyfish: the latest research.
Clips
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How to bust the belly fat: the truth!
Duration: 04:37
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Think Yourself Stronger Audio Guide - Lower Body
Duration: 12:42
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Think Yourself Stronger Audio Guide - Upper Body
Duration: 13:27
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Saleyha Ahsan |
Presenter | Gabriel Weston |
Presenter | Christopher van Tulleken |
Presenter | Zoe Williams |
Presenter | Michael Mosley |
Executive Producer | Jacqueline Smith |
Series Producer | Alexandra Freeman |
Broadcasts
- Tue 12 Jul 2016 20:00
- Sun 17 Jul 2016 19:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two except Scotland
- Mon 18 Jul 2016 19:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two Scotland
- Sat 30 Jul 2016 02:50
All issues covered in the programme
Everything we’ve covered, organised by broadcast and common theme.