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UK Health Radio Podcast
152: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 152
152: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 152
152: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 152
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Explore safer alternatives to alcohol with Mike Dilke and Professor Dave Nutt. Discover how these innovations could reshape social drinking.
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Episode Overview
- Professor Dave Nutt has developed a safer alternative to alcohol.
- The new drinks enhance GABA, the brain's calming neurotransmitter.
- These alternatives aim to reduce health risks associated with alcohol.
- Functional beverages could change social drinking norms.
- Professor Nutt's research focuses on global health impact.
"If I invent an alternative to alcohol, which I've done, that potentially could have a global impact."
What if you could enjoy the social benefits of alcohol without the hangover or health risks? This intriguing question is at the heart of Mike Dilke's conversation with Professor Dave Nutt on The Relaxback UK Show. Professor Nutt, a neuropsychopharmacologist from Imperial College, discusses his groundbreaking research into creating a safer alternative to alcohol.
With alarming statistics about alcohol's impact on global health, Professor Nutt explains how his work aims to offer a healthier option that still provides the relaxing effects many seek from a drink. You'll hear about the science behind this innovation, which involves enhancing the brain's natural calming neurotransmitter, GABA, without the harmful side effects of alcohol. Professor Nutt also shares his journey from working in the NHS to focusing on research that could potentially help millions worldwide.
This episode is not just about science; it's about reimagining social drinking culture. Mike and Professor Nutt explore how these new drinks could change social norms, offering people a choice between traditional alcohol and functional alternatives. With a blend of humour and insight, they discuss everything from the cost and taste of these new beverages to their potential societal impact.
Whether you're curious about the future of drinking or looking for a healthier way to unwind, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on a topic that affects us all. So, could this be the start of a new era in social drinking? Dive into this fascinating discussion and find out.