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Why stigmatising UPFs could be doing more harm than good

The 2025 Joe Wicks documentary on “killer protein bars” highlights how even well-intentioned attempts to raise awareness about food can sometimes oversimplify complex public health issues. The show’s premise – to develop and market a supposedly “dangerous,” additive-laden “ultra-processed” food to prompt government action – aims to spark debate about…

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This PT trains seniors for a living — here’s his 10-minute bodyweight workout that builds muscle and increases joint flexibility

Here's the 10 bodyweight exercises you need to do.

Tom’s Guide

As a fitness writer, I eat a few protein bars a week – after watching Joe Wicks’ UPF documentary, will I give them up?

IN FOCUS: Professor Chris van Tulleken has joined forces with Joe Wicks to launch the ‘Killer’ ultra-processed protein bar in a new Channel 4 documentary – but will watching it encourage fitness writer Harry Bullmore to stop eating these products?

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Every business pitching on Dragons’ Den tonight, from Notorious Nooch to Ivee

Dinosaurs also enter the den this week, as well as an outdoor fitness course company

The Independent UK

Joe Wicks admits his ‘dangerous’ protein bar has ’caused a lot of controversy’

Joe Wicks: Licensed To Kill, also featuring TV doctor Chris van Tulleken, has caused a stir online.

Evening Standard

OPINION - Joe Wicks is scaremongering — not all ultra-processed foods are bad

Calling everything ultra-processed is a blunderbuss approach. Professor Tim Spector explains why we need to address the topic with more nuance

Evening Standard

Joe Wicks is Waging a War Against Ultra Processed Foods – but Experts Warn It’s Not All Black and White

He's launched "the UK's most dangerous health bar" in a bid to educate on the ultra-processed foods flooding our systems.

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Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill review – TV so vile you’ll never touch a protein bar again

The lockdown star pulls a Jamie Oliver and gets political, creating a ‘killer’ snack bar that’s as harmful as possible ... to show up how hellish some of those on the market are. It’s frightening viewing that refuses to hold back

The Guardian - UK

Ignore Joe Wicks' protein bar stunt - this is what we need to remember about UPFs

The Body Coach's latest healthy eating lesson has got us talking about ultra-processed foods

Woman & Home

TV tonight: fitness guru Joe Wicks pulls a ‘killer’ snack bar stunt

The lovable health coach makes a curious move in his first TV series. Plus: Prof Jim Al-Khalili on how to become more intelligent. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

We’re All for Boosting Our Nutrition – But Experts Reckon Joe Wicks’ Sugar Ban Is Problematic. Here's Why

Cutting entire food groups is never a simple fix, which is part of the reason why Joe Wicks’ ban has sparked debate.

Marie Claire

Caroline Circuits 2Mil+ Followers Love Her Simple Strength Training Workouts - and After Trying for Two Weeks, I Already Feel Stronger

Short and spicy strength sessions for the mid-life win.

Marie Claire

Sam Thompson ribbed by Pete Wicks over being single with pampered cats

EXCLUSIVE The former I’m A Celebrity winner has shown he’s not the only star in his house as his cats steal the limelight in his latest project

Evening Standard

Boost stability and control — my favorite trainer just shared 10 exercises to strengthen your deep core

Try this 10-minute ab workout to work your deep core.

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Evening Standard

Gladiators celebrity special line-up unveiled with Sam Thompson and Joe Wicks among stars taking part

A host of famous faces will take on challenges such as Duel, The Wall and The Eliminator to be crowned champion

The Independent UK

Joe Wicks helping Government move away from ‘boring’ fitness videos – Streeting

Wes Streeting said his own experience of kidney cancer had made him focus on his health ‘but the nature of my job means my exercise has suffered’.

The Guardian - UK

‘I might annoy you, but my intentions are good’: Joe Wicks’ alien-filled new exercise class for kids

The lockdown PE favourite has joined forces with the Hey Duggee team to turn himself into an animation. And now he’s on a mission to get the government to make Activate compulsory viewing in schools

Evening Standard

Animation of Joe Wicks launched to help children keep fit

The Body Coach has made five-minute clips to help children stay active

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Fit & Well

I’m a personal trainer—if you need some quick and low-impact cardio, I recommend you start with this 15-minute workout

Get your heart pumping without the high-impact moves

Fit & Well

I tried Joe Wick’s trending masala omelette recipe and now it’s my favorite high-protein breakfast

This high-protein breakfast is a winner

Marie Claire

New to Working Out? It’s Official: 16 Best Workouts for Beginners of All Time To Boost Fitness, Muscle, and Tone

Save these GOAT beginner workouts, stat.

Marie Claire

Trust Us, We're Top Personal Trainers: 7 Best Full-Body Dumbbell Workouts for Building Muscle and Tone

Save these to stream later.

Woman & Home

Forget hours at the gym - this Meredith Shirk workout is only 7 minutes and boosts strength, mobility, and flexibility

I tried the Meredith Shirk workout, and can confirm it's trending for the right reasons. This 7-minute session works arms, legs, and core muscles easily at home

Tom’s Guide

Skip sit-ups — this 20-minute Joe Wicks menopause workout builds strength and stability

This 20-minute menopause workout builds strength using just a set of dumbbells, with zero impact.

Marie Claire

Short on time but keen to get strong? These are the best 15-minute full-body workouts coaches do themselves

Because getting strong shouldn't have to take all day.

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