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Professor Tim Spector has dedicated his career to researching how the food we eat effects our long-term health and is one of the world’s top 1% most cited scientists. A Professor in Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London, he is also the bestselling author of groundbreaking books that made the links between genetics, human diseases, and the gut microbiome. 

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Awarded an OBE

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Top 100 most cited scientists

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1000+ articles published

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Best-selling author

What you'll learn

Join Tim as he teaches you about the different aspects of gut health, nutrition and healthy eating habits

Learn what, when and how to eat

Improve your gut microbiome

Boost your energy levels and metabolism

Debunk food myths 

Identify ultra processed foods 

Learn how to ferment your own food

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Professor Tim Spector

Transform your health with one of the top 100 most cited scientists in the world. 

4 HOURS

20 LESSONS

1 of 6 WELLNESS COURSES

4.6 RATING

THE SCIENCE OF EATING WELL

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Your learning journey

Foundations of gut health

Introducing the gut microbiome, its importance and how individual differences change gut health.  

47 MINS

3 LESSONS

Myths and misconceptions

Debunk misconceptions about weight loss and examine how food environment shapes choices. 

3 LESSONS

47 MINS

The connection between gut health and mental health and eating for overall wellbeing.

Gut health and wellbeing

44 MINS

4 LESSONS

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The science of food and digestion

Explore the digestive process, the effects of ultra-processed foods and the food matrix. 

58 MINS

6 LESSONS

Personalisation and next steps

Learn how to personalise your nutrition plan, practical insights and actionable steps. 

39 MINS

4 LESSONS

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Professor Tim Spector joins the lineup of world-class online courses at BBC Maestro. Exclusive access to an elite library of courses taught by experts with real, hands-on experience and unparalleled credentials. Every course combines captivating storytelling with world-class expertise, transforming traditional learning into an exciting, immersive journey. 

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4.7 RATING

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