In the heart of Birmingham, doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken have set up a unique centre for science. But theirs is no ordinary lab because inside it is crammed with 30 pairs of identical twins! Thanks to their matching DNA, identical twins are the perfect candidates for scientific comparison.Chris and Xand use this principle in The Twinstitute to put contrasting health theories to the test. Pairs of twins are split into two groups and each challenged to carry out a task. The results, from diet tips to health tricks, reveal ways we could all make lifestyle improvements. This is New Year New You tested scientifically!
This episode tests the best way to lose weight, improve memory and beat pain without pills.
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s01e02Sleep Deprivation2019-01-0920:30⌄
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Sleep Deprivation
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2019-01-09 ·
20:30
Twins test the best way to beat fatigue, learn real-world skills in the virtual world and the effect of smartphones on IQ.
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s01e03HIIT versus Easy2019-01-1620:30⌄
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HIIT versus Easy
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2019-01-16 ·
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This episode explores the best way to get fit, beat nausea, and discovers if you can enhance brain performance.
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s01e04Better Brain2019-01-2320:30⌄
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Better Brain
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2019-01-23 ·
20:30
Identical twins put health theories to the test. Twins find out if its possible to get a better brain, repel mosquitoes and get fit just by watching TV!
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s01e05Giving Up Smoking2019-01-3020:30⌄
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Giving Up Smoking
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2019-01-30 ·
20:30
Identical twins put health theories to the test. Twins test the best way to kick a habit, see if hand-washing keeps you healthy and try to improve concentration.
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s01e06Learn a Language2019-02-0620:30⌄
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Learn a Language
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2019-02-06 ·
20:30
Identical twins test the best way to learn a new language, attempt to look younger and test an easy way to lower your calorie count.
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