The team explore food myths from a neutral point of view, culminating in a summary based on scientific research.
Where to Watch Food Unwrapped • Season 6
18 Episodes
MSG, Brazil Nuts, Elderflower
E1
MSG, Brazil Nuts, ElderflowerAre alarming headlines about MSG justified? Jimmy visits a huge factory to find out. Kate investigates rumours that the Brazil nuts in UK supermarkets are all radioactive. Plus: elderflower cordial.
Vitamin D, Wagu Beef, Swiss Cheese
E2
Vitamin D, Wagu Beef, Swiss CheeseJimmy investigates the effects of vitamin D deficiency. Kate wants to know how supermarkets can sell wagyu beef, cheaply. And Matt heads to Switzerland to ask why there are holes in Swiss cheese.
Blue Fin Tuna, Ice Cream, Peas
E3
Blue Fin Tuna, Ice Cream, PeasJimmy heads to Spain to meet an entrepreneur farming blue fin tuna. Kate investigates why ice cream can go gritty, and Matt explores the difference between premium and budget peas.
Vodka, Instant Coffee, Wensleydale Cheese
E4
Vodka, Instant Coffee, Wensleydale CheeseJimmy investigates whether it's worth splashing out on expensive vodka, Kate finds out how coffee beans are turned into instant granules, and Matt checks out Wensleydale cheese.
Pistachios, Rolled Oats, Prosecco
E5
Pistachios, Rolled Oats, ProseccoWhy do we have to pay for pistachios that we can't crack open and eat? Are traditional rolled oats better for us than quick-cook porridge? Plus: the trouble with draught Prosecco.
Vegetables, Wine, Biscuits
E6
Vegetables, Wine, BiscuitsJimmy examines how far farmers go to produce perfect veg for supermarkets. In America, Kate discovers that wine's getting stronger. Matt finds out which biscuit's best for dunking.
Pineapples, Chocolate, Mussels
E7
Pineapples, Chocolate, MusselsKate discovers how scientists are using pineapple enzymes to help burns victims. How do the bubbles get into chocolate bars? And should we never eat mussels when there's an 'r' in the month?
Plums, Vegetables, Cherry Tomatoes
E8
Plums, Vegetables, Cherry TomatoesDo prunes really keep us regular? How much sugar is in cherry tomatoes, and are supermarkets labelling them correctly? And can a Dutch pioneer grow veg using sea water?
Crabs, Greens, Gummy Sweets
E9
Crabs, Greens, Gummy SweetsJimmy explores new ways to get crabs to come out of their shell. Kate finds out how to get children to eat their greens. And how are gummy sweets made? Matt investigates.
Revisited: Mozzarella, Venison and Sprouts
E10
Revisited: Mozzarella, Venison and SproutsThe team look back at some favourite investigations. Why is that liquid in packets of mozzarella? Why do we import venison when there are so many British deer? Why shouldn't we eat raw bean sprouts?
