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'Beans'. Are baked beans a health food? Carolyn finds out if beans really give us gas. She also looks at whether they can protect against birth defects, and is there an easy way to get kids to eat veges?
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'Pork'. Is imported pork full of hormones and antibiotics? And could some additives in bacon cause stomach cancer? Plus, Carolyn updates us on NZ piggery conditions.
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'Shellfish'. Carolyn looks at whether shellfish in our shops contain bacteria, viruses or even potentially lethal bio-toxins. Also, can mussels increase your brain power? And are oysters really an aphrodisiac?
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'Soy'. Carolyn discovers that soy is in an enormous amount of processed foods and we're probably eating more than we think. So is it healthy? Or is it toxic? And can it impact on fertility?
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'Yoghurt'. Can it help with weight loss? Carolyn investigates if pro-biotics really work or are just marketing hype. Is dairy food a good source of calcium for growing kids, or a fatty, sugary artificial treat?
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'Rice, Pasta And Noodles'. Should processed starchy staples be off the menu? Carolyn puts a student flat on an instant noodle diet to find out. Plus, does pasta make us fat? And could rice imports be putting our health at risk?
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'Berries'. Is their reputation as a super-fruit deserved? Carolyn investigates if antioxidants really work in our bodies, and with many berries covered in pesticides, should we be eating them at all?
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'Beer'. There's pure, low-carb, and additive free, but are traditional beers full of additives and preservatives? We investigate why so many women hate the taste, and if beer could lower a man's sperm count.
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It's on our salads and in our frying pans but which oils are best for what and which are best for us? Could the BBQ cause cancer? And we uncover a controversial hidden ingredient in many table spreads.
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In this week's premiere, new presenter Carolyn Robinson investigates the additives in ice cream; questions whether it contains any nutritional value; and discovers if low-fat is a healthier option.
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Moisturisers: Petra takes a look at moisturisers and creams, from lip balm to cellulite cream, comparing high and low priced products, putting the ingredients under the microscope.
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Soap: Petra investigates the humble soap, asks why some people are in a lather about sodium lauryl sulphate, digs the dirt on antibacterial cleansers, and discovers that grime might actually be good for our health.
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Anti-Aging Cream: Petra looks into the holy grail of personal care products, sorting the science from the snake oil, and asking if spending more is any guarantee of results
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Hair Removal: We look into the chemicals in shaving creams, aftershaves and depilatories - and ask just how smooth is a baby's bottom?
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Sun Screen: Can you tell your UVA from your UVB? Do you really understand what it takes to keep yourself, and your family, sun-safe? Petra investigates nanoparticles, discovers what sort of sun-protection we need, and reveals the startling truth about sunscreen application.
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Make Up: Is there lead in lipstick? Are we damaging our eyes by using mascara and eye shadow? What's really in foundation? Petra gets the low down on our favourite makeup products, and finds out whether there are chemical weapons hidden in our war paint.
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Hair Dye: Petra uncovers dyes on sale in New Zealand which contain banned ingredients. We also reveal the hazards of using regular hair dyes and ask who is protecting us from illegal cosmetics and their dangerous contents.
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Toothpaste: Petra delves into the controversy about fluoride, finds out what makes teeth turn yellow and how to stop bad breath.
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Shampoo: Petra finds out whether salon shampoo is any better than supermarket, what happens when we don't shampoo at all, and do hair repair products actually work?
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Deodorant: Petra discovers the truth about pheromones, the difference between antiperspirant and deodorant, and whether the ingredients in them increase your risk of breast cancer or Alzheimers.
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Tuesday, 8.00pm
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Tuesday, 8.00pm
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