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Age Better with Liz Earle

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.

  1. 2d ago

    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: 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.

    33 min
  2. Sleep hacks every midlife woman should know – with Dr Sophie Bostock

    5d ago

    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: 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.

    50 min
  3. Nourished not depleted: the smarter way to lose weight after 40 – with Georgie Murphy

    May 27

    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 10% 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 body Links mentioned in the episode: ·     SISTERLY The Elevator all-in-one supplement   More from Georgie: ·     Follow SISTERLY on Instagram ·     More about SISTERLY 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.

    34 min
  4. May 25

    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 energy Links 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: 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.

    37 min
  5. Rethink everything you've been told about hormones – with Dr Louise Newson

    May 22

    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: 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.

    59 min
  6. May 18

    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 ·     Collagen 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
  7. Forget the bikini body, exercise for your 'old lady body' – with Elizabeth Davies

    May 15

    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 half Links 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: 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.

    42 min
  8. May 11

    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
4.5
out of 5
69 Ratings

About

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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