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The Truth About...

  • 2015 – 2021
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  • Documentary · Talk
  • 1 season
  • 5.5/10

Science documentary series tackling everyday issues that affect us all.

Latest: Series 1 · 2015

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Science documentary series tackling everyday issues that affect us all. Each episode features different presenters and experts in their fields.

  1. E1. Sugar

    Mar 19, 2015 · 57m

    Journalist Fiona Phillips is on a mission to find out the truth behind the recent headlines on sugar.

  2. E2. Calories

    Mar 26, 2015

    Dr Chris van Tulleken investigates Britain's favourite foods to discover the truth about calories and shows how we can all be healthier by eating smarter.

  3. E3. Fat

    Apr 2, 2015

    Dr Saleyha Ahsan cuts through the confusion and reveals the surprising science of fat - which types of fat we should be eating, and how much is good for us.

  4. E4. Your Medicine Cabinet

    Apr 9, 2015

    Dr Chris Van Tulleken calls on the British public to seek out the truth about the top-selling over-the-counter medicines.

  5. E5. Your Teeth - Part 1

    Jun 4, 2015

    Britain's top dentists show how the latest science can change how we all look after our teeth.

  6. E6. Your Teeth - Part 2

    Jun 11, 2015

    The mission continues to change the way we all look after our gnashers.

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