Food Detectives - Season 1

The plain facts about our food. Alice Roberts investigates the food poisoning bug found on supermarket chicken.

The plain facts about our food. Alice Roberts tests the claim that some people feel less bloated and more alert when they cut out gluten.

The plain facts about our food. Alice Roberts finds out about the latest research which suggests that drinking artificially sweetened drinks can encourage us to eat more.

The plain facts about our food. Alice Roberts investigates the claim that processed meat causes cancer and asks: how worried should we be about eating meat?

The plain facts about our food. Can chillies help us lose weight? Prof Alice Roberts tests the claim. Sean Fletcher looks at nutritional labels on food packaging.

The plain facts about food. Can changing your surroundings alter how food and drink tastes? Alice Roberts and a group of diners enjoy a culinary experience with a difference.