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What Is Collagen All About?

Sep 9, 2026 · 41m

Summary

Hannah Fry investigates the collagen supplement industry, explaining that while the pills are derived from animal waste and offer only marginal benefits, they are often overpriced compared to simple bone broth. She references the book "Make Me Well" to debunk wellness myths. The hosts then answer listener questions about the Ig Nobel Prize, the mathematical concept of the number two, and the surprising safety of chewing indium metal.

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