Britain's Favourite Foods - Are They Good for You?

Apr 14, 2015

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Professor Alice Roberts discovers which are Britain's most popular fresh foods and uses the latest science to uncover the surprising health benefits of our favourite foods.

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Herself - Presenter

Alice Roberts

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Britain's Favourite Foods - Are They Good for You?

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