The Twinstitute
2019 · 30m · Documentary
Doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken put competing health theories to the test with the help of 30 other pairs of identical twins.
Episodes
1. Get Thin Fast30m · This episode tests the best way to lose weight, improve memory and beat pain without pills.
2. Sleep Deprivation30m · Twins test the best way to beat fatigue and discover the effect of smartphones on IQ.
3. HIIT versus Easy30m · This episode explores the best way to get fit, beat nausea, and discovers if you can enhance brain performance.
4. Better Brain30m · Twins find out if its possible to get a better brain, repel mosquitoes and get fit just by watching TV!▶5. Giving Up Smoking29m · Identical twins put health theories to the test. Twins test the best way to kick a habit, see if hand-washing keeps you healthy and try to improve concentration.▶6. Learn a Language29m · Identical twins test the best way to learn a new language, attempt to look younger and test an easy way to lower your calorie count.More Like This
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