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The Nobel Prize for Medicine, new plans to add nutrients to foods

The Nobel Prize for Medicine, new plans to add nutrients to foods.

Anyone need a hug? I’m taking a look at this year’s Nobel Prize for Medicine. It helps explain how we experience the physical sensations of touch, heat and cold. Yes it’s the hugs, tea and ice cream Nobel! But it could also have implications for treating pain, so Prof Irene Tracey is here to discuss. And you wait decades for fortification and two come along at once. I explore why the government wants to tweak our flour and water.

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  • Tue 5 Oct 2021 21:00
  • Wed 6 Oct 2021 15:30

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