Age Better with Liz Earle

It seems the key to a brighter mood and healthy brain really does start at the end of your fork. Liz is joined by epidemiologist and ZOE co-founder Professor Tim Spector to explore the powerful connection between our gut and mental wellbeing – and how a few simple food tweaks can have a rapid impact on your mood and cognitive health.

They discuss how changing oestrogen levels around menopause can affect the gut microbiome, and how inflammation travels through the body, causing symptoms such as anxiety, fatigue and even reduced brain function.

Tim also shares what to eat (and what to cut back on) to feel a noticeable difference in just two weeks, with easy meal ideas for when stress is high and motivation is low.

In this episode:
Why brain health starts in the gut
The research exploring links between gut health, dementia and Parkinson’s
Why plant diversity keeps your immune system functioning well
Healthy diet interventions to get your brain back on track
How nuts and blueberries can improve your concentration levels
Easy soups and one-pot dishes for when you’re time-poor or not in the mood
How to make comfort foods more healthy
Kitchen hacks to save time on busy days
What to add to your favourite recipes to make them more gut-friendly

Links mentioned in the episode:
Creatine
Omega-3
Podcast with Veronique Bataille on SPF
Podcast with Rachel De Thample on fermentation

More from Tim:
Follow Tim on Instagram
Read Tim’s book, Good Mood Food

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
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Host: Liz Earle
Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)
Content Writer: Lucy Parley
Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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Which supplements are really worth taking in your 40s, 50s and beyond? Liz is joined by nutritionist Rhian Stephenson, founder of ARTAH, to cut through the noise and focus on the evidence-backed essentials that can support women’s health as we age, from creatine and magnesium to iron and vitamin D. They discuss how to prioritise supplementation around your changing needs, the importance of fibre for gut health and why getting the basics right matters more than anything else.

This episode is sponsored by ARTAH, who are offering listeners of the show 25% off purchases at artah.co when you use the code LIZLOVES at checkout.

In this episode:
How supplements can help if you struggle to eat enough fibre
The low-iron symptoms mistaken for hormonal changes
What we should be focusing on for bone, brain and heart health
The biggest misunderstanding of creatine
Five key situations where supplementation can help
Which supplements can help vegetarians and vegans
Are electrolytes necessary?
The supplement worth exploring if you take GLP-1 medication
Why omega-3s are being studied in Alzheimer’s research

Links mentioned in the episode:
Essential Fibre+
Essential Creatine
Essential D3/K2
Essential Omegas
Enhanced NAD+ Complex

More from Rhian:
Follow ARTAH on Instagram
More about ARTAH

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 you’ve recently been on a course of antibiotics, it’s always a good idea to help support your gut back to good health. Liz shares her advice on rebuilding a robust gut microbiome, from taking probiotics to feeding beneficial bacteria with fibre and fermented foods. She also discusses exploring ways to manage recurring infections.

Plus: HRT and unexpected bleeding, ways to get omega-3 if you don’t eat fish, how to deal with repeated UTIs and how best to look after your oral microbiome.

Also in this episode:

Vaginal oestrogen for recurrent UTIs
Why does my HRT sometimes cause bleeding?
Can I take omega-3 if I have a fish allergy?
Skincare advice for 8-year-old daughter with regular breakouts
Fluoride versus hydroxyapatite toothpaste
Does your dental floss contain forever chemicals?
How gut health can influence the skin
Supporting your circadian rhythm after the clocks go back

Links mentioned in this episode:

D Mannose powder
Herbal tincture for bladder and urinary tract health
Podcast with Louise Newson on recurrent UTIs
Dr Louise Newson podcast with Osama Naji on bleeding on HRT
Podcast with functional dentist Victoria Sampson
Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Starter Kit
The Naked Pharmacy Gut Love – save 15%
Omega-3
Ancient + Brave True Omegas+ – save 20%

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
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Host: Liz Earle
Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)
Content Writer: Lucy Parley
Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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If you’ve been feeling a bit ‘meh’ recently, you’re not alone. Poet and bestselling author Donna Ashworth joins Liz to explore how we can rediscover our bright side by looking for ‘little glimmers’ in the everyday and reconnecting with the things that truly matter.

They discuss how changing our perspective can help us move beyond anxiety, self-criticism and the pressure to have it all together, and why embracing imperfection can help us feel more authentic and fulfilled.

Donna also shares practical ways to nurture a more uplifted mindset, from setting an intention each morning to celebrating the small pleasures and connecting with others.

In this episode:
Why embracing difficult emotions can help us make space for joy
The power of morning thoughts for setting positive intentions
How to avoid toxic positivity
Finding the simple pleasures in everyday life
The importance of female friendship
Reshaping failure into a learning experience
Why we shouldn’t wait to feel ready before making a change
Giving yourself permission to feel the hard stuff
Starting something new with that first imperfect step
How to cut the chords of the things that are weighing you down
Why it’s never too late to change how you decide to live your life

Links mentioned in this episode:
Read Which light bulbs are best for supporting our health?
Podcast with Professor Glen Jeffery on light deficiency
Sunlighten Red Light Panel – save 15%
Occushield Anti Blue Light Glasses – save 20%

More from Donna:
Follow Donna on Instagram
Preorder Donna’s new book, The Art of Being Easily Pleased

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.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As health supplements have come under recent media scrutiny, how do we know what’s worth taking? Liz explores why the answer isn’t quite so simple, explaining why quality, dosage, evidence and individual needs all matter. She discusses the importance of source and testing, and shares her recommendations for women over the age of 50.

Plus: the correct way to apply oestrogen gel, ways to boost fertility over 40, does our body smell change as we age and where to start with microneedling treatment.

Also in this episode:

Supplement overwhelm: worth taking or waste of time?
Is there such a thing as an 'old person’s smell’?
Fertility boosting supplements for over-40s
How long does it take for my oestrogen gel to be fully absorbed?
Why not everyone absorbs oestrogen gel in the same way
Is microneedling going to fix my skin concerns?
The skin tweakments Liz thinks are worth a try
What questions to ask before committing to a facial treatment

Links in this episode:

Persimmon Tannin and White Tea Odor Purifying Bar
Japanese Persimmon Soap Bar with Tea Tree Oil
ART skin and aesthetic treatment clinic
More about Juläine™ regenerative skin treatment
Seeking Health Optimal Prenatal
Omega-3
Zita West
SISTERLY The Booster
Doctor Seaweed Collagen+ with iodine – save 20%
SISTERLY The Elevator with coenzyme Q10 – save 10%

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

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.