PODCAST · health
Age Better with Liz Earle
by Liz Earle
I'm on a mission to change the conversation around ageing. Women's health – particularly as we age – has been underfunded and overlooked for far too long. And frankly, it's time we pushed back.Through this podcast, I want to share the knowledge and tools that can help you thrive in later life by taking action today. Because here's what I've learned: decline isn't inevitable. And when we understand what our bodies truly need, we really can age better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 ways to lift and firm crepey skin
If your skin isn't looking as taut and firm as it used to, you’re not alone. Liz explains how skin firmness can be impacted by declining collagen and oestrogen in midlife, as well as changes in muscle and body fat. She shares ways to support skin from the inside out, from strength training to diet tweaks, and talks about the toning body cream ingredients to look out for.Plus: Tips for preventing and treating mosquito bites, contraception options for over-40s, can antihistamines help with perimenopause symptoms, and should I be wary of fish oils?In this episode:· How can I stop being bitten by mosquitoes?· Are my breakouts caused by too much vitamin B?· Tips for treating itchy insect bites· Can antihistamines help with perimenopause symptoms?· The reasons your skin might be looking more crepey· Are body creams effective for firming skin texture?· Can fish oils cause heart problems?· Contraception options in your 40sLinks in this episode:· Alfresco anti bug bite perfume· Bite Away for insect bites· Beurer insect bite healer· Podcast on hormones, histamine and mast cells with Dr Clare Ashby· Collagen· Red light· Read Is the contraceptive pill failing young women for information on Zoely and Qlaira· Read The Power of Hormones by Louise NewsonGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 ways to rethink your relationship with alcohol – with Anna Donaghey
We often reach automatically for a drink as a way to relax or celebrate, but as we get older, we don’t always recover as easily as we used to. Alcohol mindset coach Anna Donaghey joins Liz to explore why we drink, and how we can make more conscious choices.They discuss the ways we rely on alcohol to manage our emotions, and why willpower isn’t the most effective strategy when it comes to rethinking our relationship with drinking.Anna also explains the difference between habit and dependency, and how to recognise what you’re really craving when you go to pour yourself a drink. In this episode:· How we use alcohol as a coping tool· Identifying the feeling you’re hoping the drink will provide· Why midlife can make us vulnerable to relying on alcohol· Recognising cultural norms and how we grew up around alcohol· The difference between habit and dependency· Why curiosity can be more powerful than willpower· How alcohol can increase stress· The link between alcohol and breast cancer· The impact of alcohol on deep sleepMore from Anna:· Follow Anna on Instagram· Read Anna’s book What are you Thirsty For?· Listen to Anna’s podcast The Big Drink RethinkGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why I stopped using fluoride toothpaste
Could the way you clean your teeth be disrupting your health? Liz explains why she has swapped traditional fluoride toothpaste for hydroxyapatite – and shares the simple cleansing routine she uses to protect the balance of her oral microbiome.Plus: tackling recurrent thrush, protecting your skin when swimming, whether maca boosts libido and how to spot menopause symptoms if you have PCOS or endometriosis.In this episode:· Can fluoride toothpaste disrupt the gut microbiome?· Simple ways to protect your skin when swimming· Why might thrush keep coming back?· Which facial oils are best for my skin?· Recognising menopause symptoms when you have PCOS or endometriosis· A quick tip to stop chlorine damaging your hair· The best time to use a tongue scraper· Natural ways to support your libido· Is your mouthwash killing healthy bacteria?Links mentioned in the episode:· Omega-3s· Collagen supplements· Dimples hydroxyapatite toothpaste· Copper tongue scraper· Interdental floss picks · Podcast with functional dentist Dr Victoria Sampson· Probiotics· Podcast with Dr Rebecca Lewis on vaginal dryness· Podcast with Dr Florence Comite on blood tests· Newson Clinic treamtent for PCOS/PMOS· More on maca root· Read Everything You Need to Know about Face Oils Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hair loss, GLP-1s and letting go of body shame – with Sarah Vine
Journalist and author Sarah Vine joins Liz for a candid conversation about the realities of midlife, from hair loss and body confidence to our evolving relationship with our appearance – and why self-acceptance can be a gift in our second half.They discuss the emotional impact of hair thinning, the pressures women face to look a certain way and how attitudes towards GLP-1 medications are beginning to shift.Sarah also reflects on finding confidence after 50, how ageing can bring greater freedom, and why it’s more important to focus on health over perfection. In this episode:· The impact of stress on our health· Different treatments for hair loss· Sarah's journey with GLP-1 medication· The link between hair loss and restrictive diets· Why GLP-1s might be a way to protect our future health· How menopause can be a time of empowerment and freedomLinks mentioned in the episode:· Lucinda Ellery Intralace™ System· Dr Ophelia Veraitch dermatologist· George Northwood hairdressing· Minoxidil· Philip Kingsley hair loss treatments· Vitamin B12· Read more about hair loss More from Sarah:· Follow Sarah on Instagram· How Not To Be A Political Wife Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Simple hacks for feeling less bloated
Feeling bloated after meals? Liz shares some simple strategies for easing digestive discomfort, from changing the way you eat to walking after mealtimes – and the nutrients that can help support an imbalanced gut.Plus: advice for chronic migraines, Liz’s go-to longevity supplements, suitcase essentials for an indulgent girls’ holiday and the benefits of grounding sheets. In this episode:· Which longevity supplements are best?· Advice for slow gut function and bloating· Ibiza holiday essentials· Help for daily migraines and impacted sleep· How to support a healthier gut microbiome· Ways to balance indulgence on holiday· How grounding sheets work Links mentioned in the episode:· Spermidine· Life & Earth Liposomal Glutathione· Lifecode GX – use code LIZLOVES for 10% off· Phospholipids· Use code LIZLOVES26 for 15% off BioCare Magnesium Citrate · Get Grounded· Ancient + Brave True Hydration electrolytes blend· Vitamin B· Creatine· NAC supplement· Podcast with Lily Earle on chronic migraines· Follow Lily Earle on Instagram· Buchinger Wilhelmi Fasting Clinic· Professor Vik Khullar· ARTAH Essential Fibre+ Get in touch with a question for Liz: · Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half · Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz Earle Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dating, divorce and rethinking marriage after 50 – with Karen Doherty
What does love look like in midlife? Couples therapist Karen Doherty joins Liz to explore how dating, divorce and long-term partnerships are changing after 50 – and why this stage of life can be an opportunity to build happier, healthier relationships.They discuss how shifting priorities, growing confidence and greater financial independence are reshaping what we want from a partner, and why it's never too late to find love again.Karen also shares tips for communicating more openly, as well as dating advice – whether you're newly single, happily coupled or looking to make your relationship more fulfilling.In this episode:· The realities of dating in midlife· Why more women are choosing to leave unhappy marriages· The emotional impact of divorce· Navigating post-break-up loneliness· Recognising healthy relationship patterns· How to date with confidence· Maintaining intimacy as our bodies change with age· Making that big midlife decision: stay or go?· The best time to have those big conversations· What makes a fulfilling relationship· The importance of making time for intimacy· How to have a healthier sex life More from Karen:· Follow Karen on Instagram· Visit Karen’s websiteGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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0%, 5% or 10% Greek yogurt – which is healthiest?
Confused by the endless choice of Greek yogurts? Liz discusses the key differences between the options based on nutrients, additives, texture and satiety. She also explains why low-fat isn't always healthier, and what to look for on the label.Plus: mineral versus synthetic sunscreen, how to deal with prickly heat rash, ways for regular runners to protect their joints, and which meats are the most nutritious? In this episode:· Is mineral sunscreen better for my skin?· Why full-fat dairy might offer more health benefits· The difference between Greek and Greek-style yogurt· Taking care of joints in midlife, especially if you run· Best supplements for prickly heat rash· The difference between red meat and processed meat· Is organic meat healthier? Links mentioned in the episode:· Podcast with Dr Veronique Bataille on SPF· Contact Dr Veronique Bataille via The Medical Chambers· Use code LIZLOVES for 20% off Evolve SPF 30 Facial Cream · By Sarah SPF50+ sunscreen· Glucosamine and chondroitin· Tumeric/curcumin· Use code LIZLOVES for 15% off Neutrient Curcumin + Boswellia· Omega 3· Collagen peptides· Vitamin D· Creatine· Butyrate· Use code LIZLOVES for 20% off Ancient + Brave True Skin Alchemy with polypodium leucotomus extract· Astaxanthin Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can you dial down your genetic risk of disease? – with Dr Camilla Stokholm & Dr Amy Walker
After a strong family history of breast cancer, GP Dr Camilla Stokholm turned to her own DNA for answers. She joins Liz and Dr Amy Walker to explore how understanding our genetic risk for disease empowers us to make lifestyle interventions before it has a chance to develop.They explain how unique genetic variations influence everything from nutrient absorption to oestrogen metabolism – and how this personalises our health journey.Camilla and Amy also share practical ways to dial down your risk of disease, from supporting gut health to eating more fibre, and why exercise, quality sleep and stress management are so powerful for ageing well. In this episode:· Why Camilla’s family history of breast cancer led her to investigate her own genetic risk· Why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to health· How to align your lifestyle to your genetic code· Why standard blood tests don’t give a full picture· It's not what you eat, but what you absorb· How chronic stress increases your nutrient requirements· How alcohol consumption impacts oestrogen production· Why low vitamin B12 levels may increase dementia risk· The importance of vitamin D for lowering your risk of disease· Why your genes determine how well you absorb and process nutrients· The importance of healthy bowel movements for clearing out toxins· Why a food-first approach to gut health beats supplements· How broccoli sprouts, leeks and garlic can help with oestrogen detoxification· Can cold plunges and saunas help protect against disease? Links mentioned in the episode:· Dawn Waldron’s blog, Fluxable, on nutrition and lifestyle after cancer diagnosis· Lifecode GX genotype analysis – use code LIZLOVES for 10% off· Mosaic Medical cancer servicesMore from Camilla and Amy:· Follow Camilla on Instagram· Follow Amy on InstagramGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 easy ways to recover your spark in midlife
If it feels like your get-up-and-go has got up and left, it’s not in your head. Declining hormones during perimenopause and menopause can leave you feeling unmotivated and flat. Liz shares practical ways to start feeling like yourself again – from seeking menopause support to making small lifestyle shifts – and reminds us of the importance of prioritising our wellbeing.Plus: plant sterols for high cholesterol, ways to reduce facial lines and wrinkles, Liz’s fake-tan recommendations and is MCT oil worth the money?In this episode:· Fake tan recommendations· What to do if you've lost your spark in midlife· Should I try plant sterols for high cholesterol?· The connection between oestrogen and cholesterol· How to reduce facial lines and wrinkles· Ways to boost collagen in your skin· Why redheads are more susceptible to sun damage· How to take care of yourself when life is demanding· MCT oil – is it any good?Links mentioned in the episode:· Evolve Sunless Glow 3-in-1 Gradual Tan· Studio10 Perfect Bronze Glow-plexion· Balance hormone app· A Better Second Half· Creatine· Podcast with Dr Mo Enayat explaining cholesterol· Podcast with Dr Gabrielle Lyon on building muscle for longevity· Collagen peptides· Skin Diligent Vitamin C Serum-in-Oil· Evolve Bio-retinol Gold Face Mask· Read 4 of the best SPFs for midlife skin· MCT oilsGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Midlife beauty hacks worth knowing – with Sarah Jossel
There’s no age limit on feeling confident in your own skin. Beauty journalist Sarah Jossel joins Liz to share the tips and tricks she's gathered over two decades in the industry, so that your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond become your time to shine.They discuss the role of grooming and its impact on our self-esteem, and Sarah’s thoughts on targeted beauty products for perimenopausal and menopausal skin.Sarah also shares the beauty ingredients to look out for, the skin- and haircare products worth spending on – plus the tweakments she rates the most. In this episode:· How to look and feel good in your own skin· Why a manicure can be as good as meditation· The importance of making friends with your reflection· Ways to talk to a teen with self-image insecurities· What really gets rid of spots?· The key ingredients to look for in skincare· Where to go for great eyebrows· The tweakments worth splashing out on· Midlife haircare hacks, from covering greys to adding volume Links mentioned in the episode:· Acnecide cream for spots· Paula’s Choice BHA products with salicylic acid· Azelaic acid· Skin + Me products· Dermatica skin treatments· Olaplex haircare· K18 haircare· Living Proof haircare· Josh Wood hair gloss· Glaze hair gloss· Sam McKnight hair texture mist· Color Wow Root Cover Up· MD London Backcombing Brush· CeraVe skincare· Polynucleotides: a guide· JULÄINE™ skin treatment· Blink Brow Bar· Shavata Singh Brows & Lashes· Hollie Parkes brow expert More from Sarah:· Follow Sarah on Instagram· Read Sarah’s book, Diary of a Beauty EditorGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to spend less on wellbeing – without missing out
Liz shares her exact priority list for getting the biggest health wins without spending a fortune – the free habits she swears by and the essential supplements she thinks are worth the money.Plus: does high-intensity exercise stall fat loss, is there any truth to the collagen and cancer scare stories, what you need to know about gluten and histamine intolerance, and why progesterone may help you sleep better.In this episode: · Should midlife women swerve high-intensity exercise?· Is there a link between collagen and cancer?· Where to spend and where to save on wellbeing· Liz’s tips for cooling mast cell activation· Why is progesterone added to HRT?Links mentioned in the episode:· Ingenious Collagen+· Doctor Seaweed Collagen+· Protein powder· Omega-3· Methylated B vitamins· Podcast with Patrick Holford about Alzheimer’s· Vitamin D· NMN· Urolithin A· How to Age· Butyrate· NatureDoc· Quercetin (use code LIZLOVES26 for 15% off)· Luteolin· Podcast with Professor Vik Khullar· Menopause specialist· The Power of Hormones by Dr Louise Newson Get in touch with a question for Liz: Email: [email protected]: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· How to Age· A Better Second Half · Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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3 easy ways to cut your Alzheimer's risk – with Patrick Holford
Could we reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms even appear? Holistic health expert Patrick Holford, founder of the Food for the Brain Foundation, believes we can. He joins Liz to explain the importance of a preventative approach to brain health.They discuss how lifestyle, nutrition and targeted supplementation play a powerful role in reducing dementia risk, and why it’s never too early or too late to make positive changes.Patrick also talks about how learning something new keeps our brains fresh, and why vitamin B12, omega-3 and MCT oil should be top of your brain-health supplement stack. In this episode:· How effective are amyloid-targeting medications for Alzheimer’s?· Why omega-3s and vitamin B12 can help build a healthy brain· Whether GLP-1 treatment can prevent dementia as well as weight gain· The free online test that measures your cognitive function· How digital health interventions can encourage behaviour changes· The role of glucose and ketones to feed the brain· Why getting your steps in can slow cognitive decline Links mentioned in the episode:· Take the free online cognitive function test· MCT oil· Omega-3· Vitamin B12More from Patrick:· Follow Patrick on Instagram· Food For The Brain Foundation· Read Alzheimer’s: Prevention is the Cure Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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8 ways gardens can help us live longer and better – with Dr Ashby Sachs and Marcus Chilton-Jones
Could gardening be one of the simplest ways to support your health? Liz is joined by Dr Ashby Sachs, Research Fellow in Horticulture and Wellbeing at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), and Marcus Chilton-Jones, Head of RHS Garden Bridgewater, to explore the growing body of science linking gardening and time in nature with better physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in midlife and beyond.This episode is sponsored by the RHS. Visit rhs.org.uk for gardening tips and everything you need to plan your next visit to an RHS Garden. In this episode:· How 30 minutes of gardening can burn as many calories as a yoga session· The science behind the mood-boosting power of flowers· Why birdsong helps calm the nervous system and reduce stress· The link between gardening, biodiversity and better wellbeing· How spending time in nature can ease loneliness and strengthen social connections· Why gardening might improve your gut microbiome· How time outdoors supports vitamin D production and circadian rhythm· The ways gardening can increase strength, flexibility and balance as we age· Simple ways to create your own wellbeing garden More from the RHS:· Follow the RHS on Instagram· Plan your next visit to an RHS Garden· Get gardening with the RHS Grow app· Read RHS Your Wellbeing Garden· More on gardening for health and wellbeingGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 ways to shift midlife belly fat (without counting calories)
6 ways to shift midlife belly fat (without counting calories)Wondering why your waistline has changed in your 40s or 50s, despite eating well and exercising regularly? Liz explains how perimenopause hormone shifts can change where we store fat, and why muscle loss, poor sleep, stress and gut health all play a role. She also shares strategies to help improve body composition without obsessing over calories.Plus: practical solutions for hip and joint pain, quality protein powders for active teens, exploring seed oils used in HRT and advice for persistent cold feet and visible veins.In this episode:· How to help hip and joint pain at night· Shifting stubborn weight around the tummy· Safe protein powder for teenagers· Why am I getting persistent cold feet and visible veins?· Supplement advice for circulation issues· Should I be worried about sunflower oils in HRT?Links mentioned in the episode:· What is GTPS?· Read How much protein do women really need?· Creatine· Fish oils· Collagen peptides· Use code LIZLOVES for 15% off Neutrient Curcumin + Boswellia· Ancient + Brave protein blend· The Organic Protein Company· Pycnogenol supplement· Boots Red Vine Leaf Leg Vein Support· Magnesium· Butcher’s Broom supplements· Horse chestnut extract· Omega-3s Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Easy ways to build strength and protect mobility after 50 – with Will Harlow
Tight muscles, weak muscles and stiff joints are the leading causes of pain in later life – and physiotherapist Will Harlow says there’s plenty we can do to protect our comfort, mobility and independence as we age. He breaks down the simple tests we can do at home to check our strength and balance, as well as science-backed strategies for dealing with chronic back pain, arthritis, osteoporosis and muscle weakness. In this episode:· The daily habits that can keep us pain-free· Why losing mobility and independence doesn’t need to be inevitable· The early warning signs of mobility loss· Why it’s possible to build muscle at any age – even in your 80s and 90s· Why beginners have more to gain from strength training· What to do if exercise is painful· How to reduce arthritis pain· Is there enough evidence to support peptide injections?· Ice or heat: which is better for joint pain and stiffness?· Why hip mobility and strength are key to healthy ageing· Tips for relieving back pain· Will’s 3-2-1 method for building strength in just 40 minutes per week· 3 simple habits for building bone density· Exercise ‘snacks’ to try at home· The link between grip strength and longevity Links mentioned in the episode:· Dr Gabrielle Lyon podcast about resistance training and muscle· Sabrina Pace-Humphreys podcast about running in later life More from Will:· Independence for Life· Follow Will on Instagram Get in touch with a question for Liz: · Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half · Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz Earle Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy Parley Head of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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4 ways to calm midlife allergies
Are you suffering with sudden allergies in your 40s or 50s? Liz explains why hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can make you more sensitive to pollen, skincare products and even foods you've tolerated for years. She explores the connection between oestrogen and histamine and shares ways to address it.Plus: tips for dealing with a frozen shoulder, supplements for anxiety and low mood, beauty advice for rosacea-prone skin and when to be concerned about polyps.In this episode:· Which skincare products will help my rosacea?· How to cope with feeling low in midlife· Should I be concerned by polyps?· Why hormone changes can lead to new allergies· What can I do about my frozen shoulder?Links mentioned in the episode:· Read Unbreakable by Dr Vonda Wright· Turmeric· Magnesium glycinate· The Naked Pharmacy Saffrosun Calm saffron blend· Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser· Cerave skincare for sensitive skin· Avène skincare for sensitive skin· Collagen· Azelaic acid· Read What is the anti-inflammatory diet?· Listen to our podcast with Dr Clare Ashby on hormones and histamine· Butyrate· Luteolin· Lifecode Gx testingGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How daylight affects your weight and metabolism – with Dr Sara Pugh
Struggling to lose weight despite eating well and exercising? Biochemist Dr Sara Pugh joins Liz to explain why the answer may not just lie in what's on your plate – but in how much natural daylight you're getting.They discuss how leptin, the appetite-regulating hormone, follows our circadian rhythm and the link between light exposure, satiety and weight gain.Sara also talks about the effects of screen time and artificial light on metabolism and shares ways to reconnect your body with natural light cues.In this episode:· The importance of early-morning daylight for mood and metabolism· Why artificial lighting after dark disrupts fat-burning· How light exposure regulates our hunger hormones· The surprising impact of late-night scrolling on your weight· Why eating within daylight hours keeps hunger signals balanced More from Sara:· Follow Sara on Instagram· Sara's websiteGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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7 ways to soften lines without injectables
If the lines around your mouth and chin area have got deeper in midlife, it may have given your self-confidence a bit of a knock. Liz explains how these so-called ‘marionette lines’ often become more noticeable in our 40s and 50s, and shares ways to support firmer, healthier skin without resorting to invasive treatments.Plus: parasite cleansing, at-home hormone tests, the truth about oat milk and whether red-light therapy is really worth it.Also in this episode:· Surgery-free ways to soften facial lines· What are the benefits of red-light therapy?· Home blood tests for checking hormone levels· What's really in your oat milk· Should I consider parasite testing?Links mentioned in the episode:· Retinol and retinoids· Skin Diligent vitamin C serum· Hyaluronic acid· Peptides· Neutrient Butterfat Keto· Download the Free Daily Light Plan· Podcast with Dr Rebecca Lewis on HRT· Medichecks at-home health checks· Numan blood tests· Randox Health blood testsGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 foods to prioritise on weight loss jabs – with Dr Federica Amati
While GLP-1 weight loss medications can be transformative for people living with obesity or type 2 diabetes, eating less means every bite needs to work harder. Medical scientist and nutritionist Dr Federica Amati joins Liz to explain why these medications make good nutrition more important than ever.They discuss how weight-loss jabs affect appetite and the importance of protecting muscle, bone health and metabolism while losing weight.Federica also shares six nutrient-rich foods to prioritise before, during and after treatment, plus practical advice for maintaining a healthy weight when coming off the medication. In this episode:· How GLP-1 medications affect appetite· The science behind hunger and satiety· Understanding the gut-brain connection· The importance of fibre, protein and strength training with GLP-1s· Ways to increase nutrient intake and reduce and muscle loss· What to eat pre-, during and post weight-loss treatmentMore from Federica:· Follow Federica on Instagram· Read Federica’s book The Appetite Reset: How to Eat, Drink and Thrive Before, During and After GLP-1sGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why I wouldn’t be without testosterone
Struggling with brain fog and poor focus? Liz explains how declining hormones can affect cognitive function during perimenopause and menopause and tackles common misconceptions around hormone therapy. She also talks about her own experience with testosterone and mental clarity.Plus: Ways to treat skin hyper-pigmentation, what to do if you can't get an HRT referral, diet tweaks after gall bladder surgery and dealing with restless leg syndrome.In this episode:· Can testosterone cause cancer?· How to help with restless leg syndrome· Adapting your diet after gall-bladder surgery· What to do if you have high levels of lipoprotein· Treating skin hyper-pigmentation on a budget· How to find informed menopause supportLinks mentioned in the episode:· Newson Clinic· Read Louise Newson’s book The Power of Hormones· British Menopause Society information on HRT· Magnesium glycinate· Tudca supplement· Dr Mo Enyat podcast discussing lipoproteins and statins· Dr Ellen Fallows podcast explaining cholesterol and statins· Lumbrokinase supplement· Read How to fade age spots and pigmentation· Read Everything you need to know about niacinamide· Skin Diligent Vitamin C Serum-in-Oil· Read about hydroquinone for hyperpigmentation· Emr-tek.com red light therapyGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why sunlight is key to a longer, healthier life – with Rowan Jacobsen
For years we've been told to stay out of the sun to keep us safe, but have we got it all wrong? Award-winning science journalist Rowan Jacobsen joins Liz to discuss how each hour we spend outdoors could actually lower our risk of age-related diseases – and how sunlight deficiency is bad for our health.Liz and Rowan talk about the impact of light exposure on everything from mood and sleep to metabolism and energy, and how our bodies are not designed to live indoors.Rowan also shares surprising data about skin cancer and explains the difference between vitamin D supplements and the vitamin D our bodies produce from sunlight. In this episode:· How healthy sun exposure reduces age-related diseases· Why melanoma rates are higher in office workers· The importance of sunlight when you’re over 60· The impact of sunlight on your skin microbiome· Why a little sun every day is better than two weeks on a beach· Can supplements replace sun-derived vitamin D? Links mentioned in this episode:· Read The Fourth Phase of Water by Gerald Pollack More from Rowan:· Follow Rowan on Instagram· Read Rowan’s book, In Defense of Sunlight Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to fade age spots and pigmentation
If years of sun exposure have left you with age spots, freckles and uneven pigmentation, you’re certainly not alone. Liz explores the best ways to manage sun damage, sharing the skincare ingredients and treatments that can genuinely help – without the need to splash out on expensive creams.Plus: The impact of hair dye on gut health, whether testosterone causes hair loss, the health benefits of infrared saunas and choosing the right smart scales.In this episode:· Are infrared saunas good for my health?· The impact of hair dye on gut health· Are tallow creams effective for eczema-prone skin?· Is testosterone causing my hair to shed?· The benefits of smart scales and which to choose· How can I improve the look of my sun-damaged skin?· Liz’s tips for creating a healthy nighttime routine· Should I change my HRT now my periods have stopped? Links mentioned in the episode:· Read 11 ways to help thinning hair look thicker in midlife· Balance hormone app· Withings smart scale· Tanita smart scale· Renpho smart scaleGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5 health checks every midlife woman should ask for – with Dr Florence Comite
The future of medicine isn't treating disease – it's predicting and preventing it. Dr Florence Comite joins Liz to talk about the five tests she recommends for tracking important health markers, and how they can reveal future risks for conditions such as diabetes and dementia years before symptoms appear.In this episode, Liz and Florence discuss why understanding your health data could be one of the most important investments you make in your future wellbeing.Florence also shares the daily habits she uses to support healthy ageing, and the role of personalised medicine in extending healthspan.In this episode:· The data we should be collecting about ourselves daily· Getting the most out of wearables· The five biomarkers for women's longevity· Ways to adjust your lifestyle to prevent potential health disorders· The midlife symptoms that could indicate future health concerns· Why genes don’t determine our destiny More from Florence:· Follow Florence on Instagram· Read Florence’s book InvincibleGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can perimenopause trigger a gluten intolerance?
If foods you've eaten for years are suddenly leaving you bloated, uncomfortable or rushing to the loo, fluctuating hormones could be to blame. Liz explores how perimenopause can activate digestive discomfort and looks at ways to support the gut lining to improve symptoms.Plus: how to avoid injuries from strength training, managing acid reflux and indigestion, evening heart palpitations and can using a sauna reduce dementia risk?In this episode:•Are hormone fluctuations making me gluten intolerant?•Ways to manage heartburn and indigestion•Will using a sauna reduce my risk of dementia?•Advice for avoiding injuries when strength training•Why is my heartbeat so loud at night? Links mentioned in the episode:•Creatine - https://lizearlewellbeing.com/?s=creatine •Butyrate - https://lizearlewellbeing.com/?s=butyrate•The Good Gut Guide - https://shorturl.at/hwfDb•British Heart Foundation information on PPIs - https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/medical/drug-cabinet/proton-pump-inhibitorsGet in touch with a question for Liz: •Email: [email protected]•WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:•Order Liz's new book – How to Age- https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Age-Supercharge-Health-Better/dp/1399723715•A Better Second Half- https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1399723677?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1695723884&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=lizearlewellb-21&linkId=5eefa1edb4d033e84befc25728bebcf0&language=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl•Follow Liz on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lizearleme/?hl=en•Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lizearlewellbeing/?hl=enHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5 ways to beat cravings and food noise in midlife – with Kim Pearson
If you’re struggling to regulate food noise it might just be that you need to eat more – not less. Nutritionist Kim Pearson joins Liz to discuss how a few simple food swaps and easy lifestyle hacks can manage our appetite just as effectively as weight-loss jabs.They talk about the importance of muscle mass for healthy weight maintenance, and why protein and strength training are essential in midlife.Kim also explains how we’re getting breakfast all wrong, and shares ways we can hack our daily routine to train our body to turn off the cravings.In this episode:· Natural ways to reduce food cravings· Why we should be eating more – not less· Protein-rich meal ideas· How you can sleep yourself slim· The low-fat diet myth· How skipping breakfast is sabotaging your weight loss· Why olive oil might be nature’s GLP-1More from Kim:· Follow Kim on Instagram· Read Kim’s new book The Nozempic DietGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Simple ways to future-proof your joints
If your joints feel stiffer than they used to, midlife hormone fluctuations might be at play- declining oestrogen can affect connective tissue, joint lubrication and bone health. Liz talks through the supplements and exercises that will help keep joints strong and flexible for longer, and why HRT could make a difference.Plus: gentle skincare after microneedling, getting the most nutrition from nuts and seeds, mouth-taping for improved sleep quality and can turmeric affect HRT?In this episode:· Do collagen supplements help with achy joints?· Skincare tips post-microneedling· What’s the best way to add nuts and seeds to my diet?· Mouth-breathing is disrupting my sleep· Will taking turmeric affect my HRT?Links mentioned in the episode:· Fushi Organic Rosehip Oil· By Sarah Hero Facial Oil· Collagen peptides· Turmeric/curcumin· Omega-3· Podcast with Dr Louise Oliver on mouth taping and breath workGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Could building muscle add years to your life? – with Dr Gabrielle Lyon
Muscle doesn't just keep us strong and toned – it’s also an essential longevity tool. Physician and bestselling author Dr Gabrielle Lyon joins Liz to explain how lifting weights protects your bones, regulates blood sugar and promotes healthy ageing – and why it’s never too early or late to start.In this episode, Liz and Gabrielle discuss why we naturally lose muscle mass from our 30s, and how resistance training can protect against osteoporosis and metabolic disease.Gabrielle also shares practical advice on protein intake and simple, functional strength exercises to build into your week to help you feel stronger, fitter and more resilientIn this episode:· Why muscle is an organ of longevity· How perimenopause impacts muscle mass· The link between poor muscle health and type 2 diabetes· How building muscle can help you burn fat· The importance of protein for healthy ageing· Easy ways to build strength training into your weekMore from Gabrielle:· Follow Gabrielle on Instagram·The Forever Strong Playbook Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is the contraceptive pill failing young women?
While midlife women can be prescribed body-identical hormones on the NHS, their daughters and nieces are being given synthetic hormones that may carry more side effects and risks. Liz unpacks the differences between the two – and what every woman should know about her hormone healthcare, whether she’s weighing up the pill or navigating menopause.Plus: vibration plates for lymphatic drainage, the health benefits of seamoss, how to get rid of stubborn cellulite, and is it ever too late to start taking HRT?In this episode:· Natural ways to help with endometriosis· What is seamoss and should I be taking it?· Can vibration plates help with lymphatic drainage?· How to reduce the appearance of cellulite· Am I too old to start taking HRT? Links mentioned in the episode:· Newson Clinic for hormone health· Read Louise Newson’s book, The Power of Hormones· Am I too old to start HRT? podcast· Podcast The pill, HRT and medical gaslighting, with Kate Muir· Read Kate Muir’s book, Everything You Need to Know About the Pill (but were too afraid to ask)· NICE guidelines on Zoely contraceptive pill· Read Can diet help with endometriosis?· Vitamin C· Collagen peptides· Omega-3s· Magnesium Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sleep hacks every midlife woman should know – with Dr Sophie Bostock
Quality sleep may be one of the most overlooked tools that we have for healthy ageing. Sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock joins Liz to unpack how disrupted sleep in midlife impacts everything from mood and metabolism to cardiovascular wellbeing.They discuss how perimenopause can interrupt a good night’s rest, the connection between sleep deprivation and blood sugar imbalance, and why catching up with a long lie-in at the weekend might do more harm than good.Sophie explains how light exposure and regular movement can help your body prepare for rest. She also shares practical advice to help restore healthy circadian rhythms and get your shut-eye back on track.In this episode:· The link between poor sleep and cardiovascular disease· What happens to the brain when you're asleep· The importance of daylight to help you wind down· Why poor sleep impacts insulin sensitivity· Easy ways to support a good night’s rest· Why long lie-ins don’t make up for a week of bad sleep Links mentioned in the episode:· Magnesium· Ashwagandha More from Sophie:· Follow Sophie on Instagram· Visit thesleepscientist.com Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nourished not depleted: the smarter way to lose weight after 40 – with Georgie Murphy
Why does weight loss suddenly feel harder in midlife – even when we’re eating less? Liz is joined by Georgie Murphy, Head of Nutrition for supplement brand SISTERLY, to explore the impact of hormonal shifts, muscle loss and nutrient deficiencies on our bodies. They discuss how restricted eating can actually work against weight loss after 40, and why proper nourishment works more effectively for the everyday demands of a busy midlife.This episode is sponsored by SISTERLY, who are offering listeners of the show 15% off purchases at sisterlylab.com when you use the code LIZLOVES at checkout.In this episode:· The midlife body changes impacting weight loss· Why eating less has stopped working· The impact of restricted diets on hair and skin· Ways to nourish – not punish – your bodyLinks mentioned in the episode:· SISTERLY The Elevator all-in-one supplement More from Georgie:· Follow SISTERLY on Instagram· More about SISTERLYGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does HRT cause weight gain – or is that a myth?
Many women worry that starting HRT will make them put on weight – but is this fear actually backed by science? Liz explores the link between hormones, metabolism and midlife weight changes, and explains why fluctuating oestrogen, poor sleep and stress may be more to blame than HRT itself.Plus: supportive supplements for coeliac disease, ways to boost a low libido, skincare non-negotiables, tapping into vibrational energy and a deep dive into NAD+. In this episode:· Will HRT make me put on weight?· Which skincare ticks the non-negotiable boxes?· How to boost a flagging libido· What are NAD+ and berberine and should I take them?· Supportive supplements (and tests) for coeliac disease· Unlocking the wellness and longevity benefits of vibrational energyLinks mentioned in the episode:· Ceramides· Vitamin C serum· Peptides· Retinol· What are NAD+ and NMN?· Podcast with Dr Mo Enyat on zonulin testing for autoimmune conditions· Zinc· B12· Calcium· Vitamin D· Omega-3· Collagen· Magnesium Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846\More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rethink everything you've been told about hormones – with Dr Louise Newson
Thought hormones were just for period regulation and menopause support? In this eye-opening conversation, GP and hormone specialist Dr Louise Newson joins Liz to explain the surprising role progesterone, oestrogen and testosterone play in everything from brain health to inflammation.They discuss the misinformation that’s letting women down, the crucial difference between body-identical and synthetic hormones, and why progesterone may be far more powerful than most of us realise.Louise also explains why cholesterol is essential for hormone production, how testosterone is a natural painkiller, and the questions every midlife woman should feel confident asking about her health and treatment options.In this episode:· The difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones· The truth about cholesterol· Why progesterone might play a role in mental health care· Why the contraceptive pill needs updating· Prescribing testosterone as a natural painkiller· Why post-hysterectomy women still need progesterone More from Louise:· Follow Louise on Instagram· Order Louise’s book, The Power of Hormones· Get tickets for Louise’s tour Breaking The Cycle: The Power of Hormones Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why do I never feel ‘good enough’?
We all know that feeling of being pulled in every direction and never being quite good enough – but does it really have to be this way? Liz discusses why so many women feel inadequate in midlife, and looks at ways to shift our priorities and quieten our inner critic with a little self-compassion.Plus: the impact of late-night scrolling on your sleep, postpartum supplements, how sparkling water affects your teeth, and is it ever too late to start taking collagen?In this episode:· Does looking at my phone at night affect my sleep?· How to cope when you don’t feel good enough· What sparkling water is doing to your teeth· Supplements for postpartum health· Have I left it too late to start taking collagen?Links mentioned in the episode:· Zinc· Iodine· B12· Calcium· L Cell Magnesium Glycinate· Vitamin D· Omega-3· CollagenGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Forget the bikini body, exercise for your 'old lady body' – with Elizabeth Davies
Exercise is vital for maintaining strength, independence and vitality well into our later years, but it's easy to lose your fitness mojo in midlife. Personal trainer Elizabeth Davies joins Liz to talk about the power of movement – and easy ways to get started.They discuss how fitness has been marketed as a way to lose weight or build a ‘summer body’, and why the focus should be on being strong, not skinny.Elizabeth also explains the importance of midlife fitness for heart and bone health, tips for navigating pelvic floor weakness and how to save time by cutting your workout in half. In this episode:· The importance of training for our later years· How much cardio we really need· Protecting heart and bone health· How to exercise with pelvic floor weakness· Do we need to lift heavy weights?· Ways to cut your training session in halfLinks mentioned in the episode:· WHO guidance on physical activity More from Elizabeth:· Follow Elizabeth on Instagram· Order Training For Your Old Lady Body Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hack your hydration for better energy and longevity
What if you could supercharge your water to improve gut health, clear brain fog and increase your energy? Liz talks about fascinating new longevity research into structured water – what is it, and how is it better for us?Plus: natural remedies to boost low mood in midlife, tips for improving bone health, whether broken sleep still counts, and a guide to peptides and their safety.In this episode:· What is structured water and what are the health benefits?· Improving bone health with diet and exercise· Explaining peptides and how safe they are· Natural remedies to lift a low mood· Does broken sleep count towards the recommended amount?Links mentioned in the episode:· Sleep Cycle app· Balance Menopause app· The Naked Pharmacy Saffrosun Calm· Podcast with Professor Matthew Walker on longevity and sleepGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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4 easy ways to eat more fibre – with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
Sluggish digestion? Energy crash at 3pm? Struggling to lose weight? There could be a surprisingly simple solution. Celebrity chef and broadcaster Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall tells Liz how supporting our gut with more fibre could be one of the most impactful changes we make to our health.They discuss how over 90% of the population are not getting the recommended amount of fibre and why it’s increasing our risk of disease.Hugh also shares tips for reducing the discomfort and bloating often experienced when eating fibrous foods, plus easy ways to add more fibre to our day. In this episode:· How a lack of gut diversity is increasing our risk of disease· Hugh welcomes a delivery of goats!· Tips for making veg more interesting· How to cope with gas and bloating· Cheap and easy ways to add fibre to mealsMore from Hugh:· Follow Hugh on Instagram· Order Hugh’s book High Fibre HeroesGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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4 signs you’re low in iron (and how to top up levels in midlife)
If you're constantly exhausted and your hair seems thinner than normal, it might not just be your hormones. Liz talks about low iron levels in midlife, how to spot the symptoms and what to do if you’re struggling.Plus: where to start with longevity supplements, ways to manage high cholesterol, juggling HRT on a busy schedule and advice for troubled teenage skin.In this episode:· 3 ways to boost your iron levels· Where to start with supplements· Managing high cholesterol without statins· Treatment for teenage skin concerns· Travel-friendly HRT treatmentLinks mentioned in the episode:· NMN and other NAD-boosting supplements· Urolithin A· Liz’s go-to supplement routine· Podcast with Dr Mo Enayat on leaky gut, cholesterol and peptides· MV Skintherapy multiBALM· HRT explained articleGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie Smith Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why your healthy lifestyle is making you unwell – with Sarah Ann Macklin
We have access to more health information than ever before, but for many midlife women, the overwhelm is negatively impacting our wellbeing. Nutritionist Sarah Ann Macklin talks to Liz about the unhealthy side of modern wellness culture and its effect on our bodies.They discuss how conflicting advice and constantly changing diet trends create anxiety, and how this has the power to alter how we physically respond to food.Sarah Ann also explains why she thinks health-tracking wearables should be used with caution, and the steps we can take to quiet toxic self-talk.In this episode:· The connection between mindset and metabolism· The dangers of tracking health data with wearables· Why perimenopausal women experience ‘sleep shame’· How you can trick your hunger hormones· Ways to rewire your wellbeing relationshipLinks mentioned in the episode:· Vitamin D3· Creatine· Magnesium· Omega-3· Podcast episode on the Mediterranean diet More from Sarah Ann:· Follow Sarah Ann on Instagram· Listen to Sarah Ann's Live Well Be Well podcast· Pre-order Sarah Ann’s book Healthy Shouldn’t Be This HardGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Host: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van GeelenContent Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why won't my GP prescribe HRT?
Getting support for your perimenopause and menopause symptoms can be a struggle, and many clinicians are still inadequately trained in hormone health. Liz talks about the barriers women still face and ways to feel confident requesting HRT.Plus: easy ways to stay hydrated, the benefits of NMN supplements, hair dye for a sensitive scalp and easy ways to reduce our risk of falls as we get older.In this episode:· What to do when you feel shut down by your GP· How to dye your hair if your scalp is sensitive· Protecting yourself from falls as you get older· Tips for staying hydrated when you don’t drink water· What are NMN supplements and who should take them? Links mentioned in the episode:· NHS shared decision-making· NICE menopause guidance· Josh Wood PPD-free hair colour· Article on the benefits of NMN· NMN and other NAD-boosting supplements Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Order Liz's new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why women's diseases go undetected (and how to spot the signs) – with Meghan Rabbitt
Heart disease kills more women than all cancers combined, but symptoms are often missed because diagnostic tools were designed for men. Health journalist Meghan Rabbitt talks to Liz about why medicine has been getting women's health wrong for decades and how to protect ourselves.They discuss how the differences in the female body require a more nuanced approach to healthcare, and how heart attack symptoms in women can be more subtle.Meghan also explains how menopause can increase our risk of heart disease, dementia and autoimmune conditions – and the practical steps we can take to safeguard our health at every age. In this episode:· Why healthcare isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach· The link between low oestrogen and Alzheimer’s· Why HRT might protect you from heart disease· Calculating your breast cancer risk· Ways to future-proof your health Links mentioned in the episode:· NHS shared decision-making· Calculating your breast cancer risk · Lily Earle chronic pain coachingMore from Meghan:· Follow Meghan on Instagram· The New Rules of Women’s HealthGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:• Order Liz's new book – How to Age• A Better Second Half• Follow Liz on Instagram• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5 ways to beat bloating and improve gut health
Midlife bloating isn’t just uncomfortable, it can dent your self-confidence, too. Liz talks about what might be causing it, and shares different ways to tackle the problem by getting your gut health back on track.Plus: lactoferrin for boosting immune health, the pro-ageing discoveries in Liz’s new book, budget-friendly skincare essentials and whether collagen supplements are necessary.In this episode:· Ways to improve your gut health to beat the bloat· Lactoferrin – what is it, and can it improve my immune system?· The surprising discoveries Liz made while researching her new book· Collagen supplements – which ones, and are they worth it?· Budget-friendly skincare recommendationsLinks mentioned in the episode:· Leapfrog Immune · Collagen· The Good Gut Guide· The low FODMAP diet· Butyrate· Podcast on leaky gut and zonulin testing· NEX Skincare Moisturiser· The Ordinary skincareGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:· Preorder Liz’s new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bad hair day? It could be your hormones – with Gustav Fouché
If you’ve noticed your hair has lost its lustre, or you’re struggling to style it, your hormones could be the culprit. Celebrity hairstylist Gustav Fouché joins Liz to explain what’s happening to our hair during midlife – and how to bring life back to your locks.They discuss how scalp care is as important as skincare, and the hero ingredients we should be eating – and using – for healthy hair growth.Gustav also shares the trending styles and colours for 2026, with tips on finding a cut and colour that works for you. In this episode· How hormone fluctuations change your hair and scalp· The truth about GLP-1 jabs and hair loss· Why eyebrow microblading impacts your hair colour· Are hair extensions worth it?· The ingredients your hair is hungry for· Your next cut: trending styles for 2026 Links mentioned in the episode:· Shop GF Fabulosity haircare· Vitamin B12· Collagen· Protein More from Gustav:· Find Gustav on Instagram· Book an appointment Get in touch with a question for Liz:- Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:• Preorder Liz's new book – How to Age• A Better Second Half• Follow Liz on Instagram• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to reduce your risk of dementia
Is it really possible to reduce your risk of getting dementia? Liz discusses the factors that contribute to developing it, and shares the diet and lifestyle changes we can make to protect the brain.Plus: dating after divorce, whether beef tallow is effective as a skincare product, tips to reduce injury when working out and HRT-free ways to manage menopause. In this episode:· Stepping back into the dating world after divorce· Applying beef tallow to your skin – fad or natural beauty hack?· Ways to manage menopause if you can’t take HRT· Tips for reducing injury when working out in midlife Links mentioned in the episode:· Omega-3· Vitamin B [ES1] · Food for the brain website· Reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, with Patrick Holford· 10 ways to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s naturally· Information on homocysteine tests· NICE guidance· Podcast with Kirsty Lang and Dr Sarah Glynne on breast cancer and HRT· Protein· Creatine· Magnesium Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Preorder Liz’s new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. [ES1] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to build muscle after 40 (and why it’s never too late to start) – with Kate Rowe-Ham
Nothing supports your muscles, metabolism and mood in midlife quite like exercise. Personal trainer Kate Rowe-Ham, founder of Owning Your Menopause, joins Liz to talk about the power of strength training – and how to build your own habits.In this episode, Liz and Kate discuss the changes that happen to our bodies after the age of 30 and the symptoms of menopause that can be supported by lifting weights.Kate also reveals the surprising mental-health benefits of movement – and gives tips on starting small and finding what works for you. In this episode· Shocking stats on muscle decline and bone density as we age· The impact of exercise on our mental health· GLP-1 jabs and why strong is better than skinny· Building confidence, capability and independence· How you’re probably not eating enough· Keeping it simple – start small and find what works for you Links mentioned in the episode:· Vitamin D· Omega-3· Collagen· Protein· Fibre· Creatine· Magnesium· MCT oil· Ankle and wrist weightsMore from Kate:· Find Kate on Instagram· Buy The Longevity Solution· Owning Your Menopause Get in touch with a question for Liz:- Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:• Preorder Liz's new book – How to Age• A Better Second Half• Follow Liz on Instagram• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Diet or skincare – which matters more for ageing skin?
Can skincare products really turn back the years or is diet more important? Liz explains why what goes in is as important as what goes on, and shares the key ingredients that really make a difference.Plus: supporting muscles and bones without weightlifting, natural remedies for menstrual migraines, the benefits of progesterone and can you take too many supplements?In this episode:· How you can support muscles and bones if you don’t like lifting weights· Natural ways to soothe painful menstrual migraines· The physical and cognitive benefits of progesterone· Which skincare ingredients really make a difference?· Is it possible to take too many supplements (and where to start) Links mentioned in the episode:· Electrolytes· Protein supplement with peptides· Omega-3· Collagen· Vitamin C and skincare article[ES1] · Sleep and relaxation resources· HRT· Dr Louise Newson· Pre-order Louise Newson’s book, The Power of Hormones· Glutathione· Vitamin D· SISTERLY The Elevator supplement· Liz Earle Masterclass: The ABCs of Midlife Nutrition· NHS guidance on vitamins and minerals· National Institutes of Health vitamins and minerals fact sheets· Article on rucking, the low-impact exercise· Podcast with Caroline Idiens on building stronger muscles and bones at home· Magnesium· Podcast with Louise Newson and her daughter on hormones and migrainesGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: [email protected]· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· Preorder Liz’s new book – How to Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hormones or histamine? Understanding your midlife symptoms – with Dr Clare Ashby
Could your anxiety, brain fog, IBS and itchy skin be signs of something more than midlife hormonal changes? Dr Clare Ashby, histamine intolerance and MCAS specialist joins Liz to reveal the condition that's often overlooked – and how it can make HRT less effective.In this episode, Liz and Clare discuss how symptoms we might have normalised for years could be signs of histamine intolerance, how it can be confused with perimenopause, and how healthy diet choices could be working against us.Clare also explains how hormones and histamines work together, the food and lifestyle adjustments that can reduce reactivity, and the simple over-the-counter remedy that can make the world of difference.In this episode:· How hormone changes in midlife can lead to histamine imbalance· The signs you may be histamine intolerant· Why your HRT might not be working effectively· Is avocado on sourdough making you ill?· The surprising link between mast cell disorder, hypermobility, ADHD and IBS· How over-the-counter antihistamines can help more than hay fever Links mentioned in the episode:· Pulsetto· Neurosim· The Gupta natural healing programme· The British Dietetic Association More from Clare:• Work with Clare• More about histamine Get in touch with a question for Liz:- Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:• Preorder Liz's new book – How to Age• A Better Second Half• Follow Liz on Instagram• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can LED face masks smooth wrinkles (and which colours are best)?
Have you ever wondered how LED face masks actually work to rejuvenate your skin? Liz shares her thoughts on light therapy and explains how to match your colour to your skin concern.Plus: why smear tests can be more painful after menopause, the difference between sachet and pill vitamins and how Liz organises her wellbeing routine.In this episode:• Why smear tests can be more painful after menopause (and what can help)• Are sachet vitamins better than pill form?• Can HRT help with back pain in later life?• What do the different colours on an LED face mask do?• Liz's top tips for organising your wellbeing routine Links mentioned in the episode:• Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) – see Vaginal oestrogen could save your life• Tongue scraper• Electrolytes• Mouth tape• Sleep Cycle• MyFitnessPal• MyCircadian• Balance menopause app• STRETCHIT• NHS Couch to 5k• SISTERLY• Milk thistle• HRT• Article about supplements for midlife bone health• Guide to buying an LED face mask Get in touch with a question for Liz:• Email: [email protected]• WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:• Preorder Liz’s new book – How to Age• A Better Second Half• Follow Liz on Instagram• Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is alcohol doing more damage in midlife than you realise? – with Prof David Nutt
Most of us know alcohol isn’t ideal for our health. But the specific ways it affects the brain, gut, hormones and our sleep, and why those effects become more pronounced as we age, are less well understood.Leading psychiatrist and neuropsychopharmacologist Prof David Nutt joins Liz to explain exactly what happens in the body from the very first sip, why women become significantly more vulnerable in midlife, and what the science says about how to drink with healthy ageing in mind.In this episode:· Why alcohol affects women’s bodies differently – and more so in midlife· What’s actually causing your hangover (it’s not just dehydration)· How alcohol damages the gut and suppresses your immune system· When even one drink disrupts deep, restorative sleep· The brain chemical that makes us want to drink – and how to get it in other ways· What drives addiction and why so many people use alcohol to manage stress, anxiety and trauma· What cutting back for just one month can do for key health markers· The growing world of functional alcohol alternativesLinks mentioned:· Liz’s previous podcast with Prof David Nutt· Drug Science· SENTIA drinksMore from David· Follow David on XGet in touch with a question for Liz:Email: [email protected]: 07518 471 846 More from Liz:Preorder Liz’s new book, How to AgeA Better Second Half Follow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The beauty advice I got completely wrong
After nearly 40 years researching health, beauty and wellness, Liz has learned that looking well and looking young are two very different things – and that the most powerful beauty advice she ever received had nothing to do with what you put on your skin. Plus: why period pains can get worse in midlife, how to eat an anti-inflammatory diet and find the right retinoid for you. In this episode:What beauty and wellness advice has Liz changed her mind about?Which foods help reduce inflammation in the body?Why do period pains get worse in perimenopause?Does oestrogen affect mood and anxiety during menopause?Can an oestrogen blood test tell you if your HRT is working?What is the difference between retinol and retinal?Links mentioned in the episode:Preorder How to Age for a change to win a red light panel (worth £595)Omega-3 MagnesiumMethylated B vitaminsEvening primrose oilExtra virgin olive oilCollagen peptidesRetinolBy Sarah Bakuchiol BoosterRenew + MeBalance menopause appComprehensive blood test Get in touch with a question for Liz:Email: [email protected]: 07518 471 846More from Liz:Preorder Liz’s new book – How to AgeA Better Second Half Follow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can your diet protect your brain from dementia? – with Dr Georgia Ede
What does your brain want you to eat? Nutritional psychiatrist Dr Georgia Ede joins Liz to explore how our daily diet shapes our mental health, mood and how our brains age – and why some of the advice we've long been given might actually be working against us.In this episode:· Why high glucose and insulin levels are bad for our brains· The reason Alzheimer's is increasingly being called type-3 diabetes· What too much sugar does to our brain cells· Are red meat and saturated fats really bad for us?· The real issue with vegetable oils – and why Georgia says there's no good reason to eat them· The three eating plans Georgia recommends, and how to know which one is right for youMore from Georgia· Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind· Follow Georgia on Instagram More from Liz:Preorder Liz’s new book, How to AgeA Better Second Half Follow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramGet in touch with a question for Liz:Email: [email protected]: 07518 471 846Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I'm on a mission to change the conversation around ageing. Women's health – particularly as we age – has been underfunded and overlooked for far too long. And frankly, it's time we pushed back.Through this podcast, I want to share the knowledge and tools that can help you thrive in later life by taking action today. Because here's what I've learned: decline isn't inevitable. And when we understand what our bodies truly need, we really can age better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Liz Earle
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