Age Better with Liz Earle

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: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com
· 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

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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 testing

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com
· 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 Parley
Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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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 website

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

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com
· 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)
Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen
Content Writer: Lucy Parley
Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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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 treatment

More from Federica:
· Follow Federica on Instagram
· Read Federica’s book The Appetite Reset: How to Eat, Drink and Thrive Before, During and After GLP-1s

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.