Stunning new animated series tells the story of a cure-all mushroom 26. March 2025 (19:00) A naturalist finds a hallucinogenic mushroom with the power to cure all ailments in the animated series Common Side Effects. Big Pharma is hot on his trail in this beautifully made show, says Bethan Ackerley(New Scientist)
What the research says about the benefits of low-intensity cardio 26. March 2025 (19:00) Low-intensity steady-state cardio has been touted as a way to lose weight and put less strain on your body while exercising. Science of exercise columnist Grace Wade looks into whether it works(New Scientist)
What do GLP-1 drugs really tell us about the brain's reward system? 26. March 2025 (12:00) Anecdotal reports suggest drugs like Ozempic may curb not just appetite but also impulsive or addictive behaviour, hinting at links between metabolic health and our brains(New Scientist)
Microdosing GLP-1 drugs is on the rise – but does it work? 26. March 2025 (12:00) There are many claims about the benefits of microdosing weight-loss drugs, from anti-inflammatory effects to extending longevity. Do any of them stack up?(New Scientist)
GLP-1 drugs are only the start – the powerful drugs to expect next 26. March 2025 (12:00) The race is under way to make faster, cheaper and better GLP-1 drugs that will go beyond reducing obesity levels to treating some of our most difficult conditions(New Scientist)
