Michael Mosley's Science of You

2011•1h 0m

Documentary

Journalist, Physician, Producer, TV Presenter – Michael Mosley is a multi-talented communicator of bold and original ideas. With insight, intelligence and passion, the creator of the landmark series Inside the Human Body takes you on a fascinating journey through the mysterious worlds of biology and medicine.

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Production

BBC

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

January 25, 2011

Last Aired

August 6, 2012

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Pleasure and Pain

Air date: 2011-01-25

Michael Mosley goes to physical and mental extremes in this entertaining documentary which unravels the biological, sensory and evolutionary mysteries of pleasure and pain.

The Truth About Exercise

Air date: 2012-02-28

On a journey to discover the truth about exercise, Michael Mosley reveals new and surprising truths about what it does to our bodies, and why we all respond differently to a workout.

Eat, Fast and Live Longer

Air date: 2012-08-06

A truly ambitious goal, Michael wants to live longer, stay younger and lose weight while making as few changes to his life as possible. Could the ancient idea of fasting hold the secrets to a longer, healthier life?

Guts: The Strange and Mysterious World of the Human Stomach

Air date: 2012-07-12

Uncover the secret life of your digestive tract in this eye-opening and detailed exploration of a part of the body we normally never get to see. Enter the strange and mysterious world of the human stomach!

Cast

Michael Mosley

Himself

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