Eating for Colds, Digestion Hacks & Why Weight Won’t Shift

In this episode of The Wellness Scoop, hosts Ella Mills and Rhianna Lambert tackle a range of pressing wellness topics, from digestion hacks and immune support during colds to the science behind seed oils and plant-based nutrition. They debunk myths like swirling water in your mouth to boost nutrient absorption, emphasizing mindful eating and chewing thoroughly instead. The conversation turns to the ethical and industrial realities of ultra-processed foods, with Rhianna sharing visceral firsthand experiences from food factories that reveal how far removed many processed foods are from real ingredients. The hosts advocate for transparency in food systems and the importance of aligning personal food choices with values. They also address weight maintenance challenges, explaining that nutrient-dense plant fats like seeds and nuts are not inherently problematic when portioned mindfully, and promote the new book 'The Fibre Formula' to help listeners meet the UK’s alarming 96% fiber deficiency. Practical meal ideas for colds—like nourishing soups and manuka honey for sore throats—are offered, alongside a passionate defense of quinoa as a versatile, complete protein. Finally, they dismantle the myth that seed oils are inflammatory, citing global health organizations and human clinical trials to affirm their heart-healthy benefits when replacing saturated fats.