Age Better with Liz Earle

Liz is back answering your questions on vaginal atrophy, vitamin C, sugar cravings, and wellness retreats. For one anonymous listener, Liz looks at what be done to help vaginal atrophy (also known as genitourinary syndrome of menopause or GSM), and shares her favourite vitamin C supplements for Debra. Liz also answers a question from Eleanor on cravings, satiety and energy during perimenopause, an...

Want glowier skin, lowered inflammation and improved cardiovascular health? Dr Joy Hussain joins Liz on this podcast to reveal the sweaty secret to better all-round health in midlife. Liz and Joy discuss how sauna use can improve our cardiovascular system, how infra-red light can de-age the skin, and Joy shares why you should pay more attention to how you sweat as a metric for good health. The epi...

This week, Liz covers your questions on HRT and breast tenderness, non-negotiable beauty rules, sore thumbs, seed oils versus beef tallow, and dry skin body brushing. Liz unpacks why HRT may cause breast tenderness for Anna, and looks at concerns surrounding seed oils and beef fat for Amanda. There's also another question on dealing with painful thumbs in midlife, plus Liz shares the beauty advice...

Running on empty? Feeling disconnected? Clinical psychologist and EMDR consultant Dr Claire Plumbly joins Liz to help you bounce back from burnout and overwhelm. Claire walks Liz through the three signs you're burnt out (and why these often blur with menopause symptoms), and how big T and little T traumas may impact our behaviours. Claire also chats to Liz about our flight-or-fight response, and b...

Liz is shining a light on memory and mood concerns in menopause, UPF-free meal ideas, facial puffiness, creatine for weight gain, and hormone harvesting. Liz shares unprocessed sauce and dressing recipes for Sarah, and helps another listener with her options for low mood and poor memory in menopause. She also reveals tips for Diana on how to deal with a puffy face, looks at creatine for midlife tu...

With one in two women expected to have an osteoporotic fracture in their lifetime, orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright reveals the steps to take now to protect ourselves from this reality - and instead age with power. Liz and Vonda discuss how we can invest in both our physical and mental resilience to avoid osteoporosis, immobility, joint pain and bone fractures in later life, plus how motherhood...

This week, Liz Earle covers your questions on probiotics and UTIs, vitamin D dosage, fluoride toothpaste, and HRT mineral depletion. Liz shares beneficial probiotic strains and lifestyle strategies for UTIs in midlife for one listener, plus looks at whether you can get too much vitamin D for Sue. She also gives her thoughts on fluoride toothpaste for Amy, and considers whether hormone replacement...

How do we know if our skincare is working? Cosmetic scientist Faiza Hussain joins Liz for this podcast to reveal the science-backed ingredients that will enhance your skin's longevity. Faiza walks Liz through innovative skincare delivery systems, such as liposomal and nano-technology, and the science behind neurocosmetics, plus how melanin impacts the efficacy of 'anti-ageing' products.   The...

This week, Liz investigates your questions on HRT dosage, lactoferrin and colostrum, the Mediterranean diet, and creatine. Liz looks at safe levels and absorption of HRT for Christine, and lactoferrin vs colostrum for Tiff, plus shares more supplement suggestions for heavy periods. For an anonymous listener, Liz dives into the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet for inflammation. She also re...

Unsure about injectables? Facialist Justine Masters joins Liz to spill on how we can get clear, plump and glowing skin at any age without surgeries or tweakments. Justine reveals her inside-out approach to skincare, and shares alternatives to injectables such as microneedling to boost collagen, taping for fine lines and cupping for extra radiance. Liz and Justine also share their top ingredients f...

Liz is back tackling your questions on whether it's ever too late to start HRT, emotional eating habits, unwanted facial hair, and creatine. Liz looks at genetic testing, tinnitus and menopause, and whether it's ever too late to start hormone replacement therapy for Carmel. She also shares strategies to help stop Sue's emotional and binge eating habits from holding her back in midlife. Liz also de...

Do you struggle with an inflammatory skin condition or want a more radiant complexion? Renowned dermatologist Dr Nicholas Perricone joins Liz to reveal the nutrition and lifestyle tweaks we should make to improve our skin health. Liz and Nicholas discuss foods that can inflame our skin (and others that can calm it), Nicholas' three-day nutritional facelift, and the 'beauty molecule'. Nicholas also...

This week, Liz takes on your questions on osteoporosis, midlife anxiety, relief for dry eyes, cold water exposure, and curbing chocolate cravings. Liz looks at the benefits of HRT for osteoporosis, plus shares strategies to protect our bones for Susan, covers strategies for midlife anxiety for an anonymous listener, and helps Gail get relief for her dry eyes in midlife. With cold showers, ice bath...

Want to glow from within? Nutritional therapist Sarah Bayliss joins Liz for this podcast on energising our bodies, minds and souls through nutrition, sunlight and balanced routines. Liz and Sarah chat through what to eat to give our skin its healthiest glow, how to build a plate of food, and whether it is more detrimental to get too much sun or too little sun. They also detail sustainable lifestyl...

In this podcast, Liz unpacks your questions on HRT and weight, micro-plastics in dentalcare, skin-boosting supplements, and sticking to healthy habits when life gets busy. Liz looks at whether hormone replacement therapy can cause weight gain or weight loss in midlife for Elaine, takes a deep dive into micro-plastics in dental products for Tessa, and highlights the skin benefits of astaxanthin for...

Unsure whether your diet includes the right nutrition? Leading nutritionist Dominique Ludwig joins Liz to reveal why it's time stop counting calories, and what to focus on instead to eat well in midlife. Dominique talks Liz through our changing nutritional needs, and how to identify the signs we might be low in certain nutrients. They share practical advice on how to cut back on snacking, take a b...

On this podcast, Liz dives into bone broth vs collagen, contact dermatitis, insomnia - and looks at how long you can stay on HRT. Liz answers Annie's question on whether bone broth or collagen supplements are better for muscles, skin, bones, and joints. She also looks at strategies to soothe contact dermatitis for Olive, shares strategies to tackle sleep dysregulation for Paula and her husband, pl...

With many midlife women being routinely prescribed mental health medications, speaker and writer Laura Delano joins Liz to help us make more informed decisions about these treatments. Laura talks Liz through her childhood and being diagnosed with bipolar disorder as a teen, plus the many mental health medications she was prescribed that had little effect. Laura also discusses the impact of being t...

For this Q&A episode, Liz covers your queries on acne scarring, stress-related bloating, and hard water haircare. Liz shares advice with Julie on treating acne scars, and helps Emma tackle bloating and irregular bowel movements. And Liz also reveals how to keep hair healthy when living in a hard water area for Jessica. Links mentioned in the episode: The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% & Zinc 1%...

Do you set health goals but then struggle to stick to them? Best-selling author Gretchen Rubin joins Liz to reveal how we can implement lasting change to help us eat well, better manage our weight and move more. Liz and Gretchen discuss why goals often fail in midlife, plus why we should 'choose the bigger life' when making hard decisions. They chat through using the ‘power of convenienc...

Liz tackles your questions on sagging skin and wrinkles, essential oils, and when to take supplements. Inside this episode, Liz takes a look at the health concerns of chewing gum, and discusses skincare strategies to deal with sagging and wrinkles in midlife for Karen. She also covers essential oils for Ursula, and reveals the best times to take different supplements for Gwen. Links mentioned in t...

Feeling down, lethargic or lacking focus? Dietician Dr Emily Leeming joins Liz to reveal how to keep your brain happy through better food choices. Emily reveals how and why we need to care for our gut microbes through our nutrition, the key signs of an unhappy gut (and what to look for in the loo!), and looks at the emerging science linking our gut and brain. Liz and Emily also discuss how loved o...

Is there a difference in how men and women age? Dr Andrew Salzman joins Liz to reveal whether we age differently to men biologically, and if it is possible to get our younger hair, skin and vitality back in later life. In this episode, brought to you in partnership with Wonderfeel Biosciences , Andrew shares what is really happening inside our bodies with age, plus why this process hits women diff...

On this Q&A podcast, Liz answers your queries on oestrodial, shilajit, and how to get enough fibre when dealing with food intolerances. Liz looks at the optimum levels of oestrodial for Catherine, and takes a deep dive into shilajit - a black, sticky substance that is mainly found in mountainous regions - and shares why she has been adding it to her morning coffee. And Liz also reveals how we...

From nutrition tweaks to bio hacks, Liz reflects on some of our most fascinating podcast conversations on all things longevity to help ensure you're ageing well. Liz also shares how she personally puts these experts' advice into practice, making them work for her daily routine. There's nutritionist  Aaron Deere  on how our diet can negatively and positively impact how we age, clinical re...