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Age Better with Liz Earle

Liz Earle
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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.

  1. 20 HR AGO

    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 sleep Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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 Earle Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen 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.

    35 min
  2. 4 easy ways to eat more fibre, with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

    3 DAYS AGO

    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 meals More from Hugh: ·     Follow Hugh on Instagram ·     Order Hugh’s book High Fibre Heroes Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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 Earle Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)  Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen 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.

    38 min

  3. 4 MAY

    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 treatment Links 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 article Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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 Earle Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production) Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen 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.

    35 min
  4. Why your healthy lifestyle is making you unwell – with Sarah Ann Macklin

    1 MAY

    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 relationship Links 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 Hard Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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 Earle Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)  Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen 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.

    53 min

  5. 27 APR

    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: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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.

    31 min
  6. Why women's diseases go undetected (and how to spot the signs) – with Meghan Rabbitt

    24 APR

    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 coaching More from Meghan: ·     Follow Meghan on Instagram ·     The New Rules of Women’s Health Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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.

    47 min

  7. 20 APR

    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 recommendations Links 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 skincare Get in touch with a question for Liz: ·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com ·     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.

    30 min
  8. Bad hair day? It could be your hormones – with Gustav Fouché

    17 APR

    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: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com - 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.

    57 min
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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.

Information

  • Creator
    Liz Earle
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    600
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Liz Earle
  • Show Website
    Age Better with Liz Earle
  • Provider
    Liz Earle Associated Productions Ltd

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