There are a lot of fads, blogs and strong opinions, but then there’s SCIENCE. Science Vs is the show from Spotify Studios that finds out what’s fact, what’s not, and what’s somewhere in between. We do the hard work of sifting through all the science so you don't have to and cover everything from 5G and ADHD, to Fluoride and Fasting Diets.
What this show covers
hormoneshealth mythsendocrinologytestosteronewellness culturesedentary behaviorexercisehealth risksstanding deskssittingfiberdigestive sciencegut healthpoop mythsgut-brain connection
What listeners will find here
Testosterone hype meets reality: what a boost can and can’t do
Testosterone is pitched as a shortcut to strength, sex drive, and energy, but this episode asks how much of that promise holds up. With endocrinologists and a social psychologist, it digs into muscle, mood, libido, side effects, and why testosterone has become such an obsession.
Is sitting really “the new smoking”? This episode tests the claim
Sitting and sedentary behavior are under the microscope here, as the episode asks whether hours on the couch are truly as dangerous as smoking. With researchers David Dunstan and Bethany Barone Gibbs, it explores what sitting does in the body and whether exercise or standing can offset it.
A smart, candid guide to fiber, poop myths, and the gut-brain connection
This episode digs into poop: what it is, how often you should go, and why fiber has become such a big deal. With neurogastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha, it also explores the gut-brain connection, from everyday stomach feelings to questions around Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
Do collagen peptides actually help your skin, strength, or recovery?
Collagen peptides are pitched as a shortcut to younger-looking skin, better healing, and stronger performance. This episode digs into what collagen is, what happens when you eat it, and whether supplements, creams, or injections live up to the hype.
Can music really heal? Dr. Dan Levitin on the brain science behind the feeling
Music’s effect on the brain is the focus here, as Dr. Dan Levitin explores why songs can shift mood, ease pain, and stir memory. The episode also looks at whether music could help with depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and movement disorders.
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