@prof.tim.spector High blood pressure is the number one driver of heart disease. Often called the “silent killer,” is already affects millions, and the numbers are rising fast. But emerging research suggests its reach is even broader than we thought, with links to cognitive decline, diabetes, tinnitus and even vision loss. The good news is much of it is within your control. Earlier this year on the ZOE podcast, I share how diet and lifestyle can lower blood pressure naturally, without relying so

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@Professor Tim Spector Diet drinks are often seen as the “healthy” alternative to sugary soft drinks. But the science says otherwise. Artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose don’t behave like neutral substitutes in the body. Their intense sweetness can confuse appetite regulation, sometimes increasing cravings later in the day. Emerging research also suggests they can alter the gut microbiome in ways that may affect glucose control, which is ironic, given many people choose diet dr