Series

The Twinstitute

2019 · 1 season · 6 episodes · Returning Series · BBC Two

Documentary

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Doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken put competing health theories to the test with the help of 30 other pairs of identical twins.

Episodes

  • S01E01Get Thin Fast2019-01-0230m

    This episode tests the best way to lose weight, improve memory and beat pain without pills.

  • S01E02Sleep Deprivation2019-01-0930m

    Twins test the best way to beat fatigue and discover the effect of smartphones on IQ.

  • S01E03HIIT versus Easy2019-01-1630m

    This episode explores the best way to get fit, beat nausea, and discovers if you can enhance brain performance.

  • S01E04Better Brain2019-01-2330m

    Twins find out if its possible to get a better brain, repel mosquitoes and get fit just by watching TV!

  • S01E05Giving Up Smoking2019-01-3029m

    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.

  • S01E06Learn a Language2019-02-0629m

    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.

Cast