

Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter
Dr Sophie Shotter
Award winning Dr Sophie Shotter and journalist / writer Fiona Mattesini talk about the latest trends and developments in skincare, longevity, and wellness.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 43min
Forget everything you know about taking magnesium and other mineral supp's - and meet Caroline Alan
“He said, ‘try these - they might help you feel better’ - and over the space of about 8 or 9 months, I just stopped getting sick.”
Head to https://www.beamminerals.com/ to find out more
Buy Beam Minerals in the UK via https://longevity-essentials.com/
Caroline mentioned OligoScan - a non-invasive method used to assess mineral deficiencies, antioxidant levels, and heavy metal accumulation in the body - using spectrophotometry. It involves a device to measure the light absorbed by tissues in the palm, providing insights into intracellular levels of these substances.
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jul 29, 2025 • 26min
Ozempic and other weight loss drugs - the headlines, the concerns, and *everything* you need to know
“Surely there’s an issue in that if people’s appetite is so diminished, the last thing they want to do is have huge servings of fibre-rich food - which is a key pillar of gut health?”
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jul 22, 2025 • 29min
Chemicals in personal care and cleaning products. Should we be worried?
"Some chemicals can even imitate certain hormones or potentially turn one hormone into another."
Thanks for listening to Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter – please rate and review the show if you get a moment.
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
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This podcast was produced by https://thepodcastpeople.co/
Co-host: https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
SOURCES and articles
https://madesafe.org/blogs/viewpoint/toxic-chemicals-in-air-fresheners
https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/house-garden/kitchen-accessories/best-natural-cleaning-products-brands-home-that-work-cheap-disinfect-effective-uk-a9624281.html
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2018/03/04/cleaning-your-house-may-be-as-bad-as-smoking-20-cigarettes-a-day/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/amywestervelt/2012/09/10/five-things-you-should-know-before-you-clean-your-house/
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/beauty/skin/a706460/best-natural-deodorants/
https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/fashion-beauty/beauty/best-natural-deodorant-uk-b1804046.html
https://goop.com/beauty/skin/mineral-sunscreen-guide/?srsltid=AfmBOorUrh4myqMZLa9g3s0W8cmdm6Fc0OpuiBloJ7z8kTNV9r_KbJHn
https://www.safecosmetics.org/chemicals/formaldehyde/
https://goop.com/beauty/personal-care/6-of-the-most-common-endocrine-disruptors-and-how-to-avoid-them/
https://goop.com/wellness/detox/how-to-avoid-common-toxic-chemicals/?srsltid=AfmBOor0qXmtJxvkcJZ80uKaJ7YKrQwzURSjLgu9v5cLff-irnsq7s-d
https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/indie-perfumes#:~:text=in%20this%20article:-,Unifrom,Horace
STUDIES:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21313993/
https://www.ewg.org/guides/substances/22127-QUATERNARYAMMONIUMCOMPOUNDSBENZYLC818ALKYLDIMETHYLCHLORIDES/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0045653523018374#sec3
https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/2023/09/cleaning-products-emit-hundreds-hazardous-chemicals-new-study
https://oem.bmj.com/content/74/1/39
https://www.thoracic.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/resources/women-cleaners-lung-function.pdf
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412023000120?via%3Dihub
https://health.ec.europa.eu/publications/sccs-opinion-ethylhexyl-methoxycinnamate-ehmc-cas-no-5466-77-383834-59-7-ec-no-226-775-7629-661-9_en
https://academic.oup.com/ieam/article-abstract/17/5/940/7727851?redirectedFrom=fulltext&login=false
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7648445/#R16
https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/endocrine/index.cfm
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412020320213#s0130
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast.

Jul 15, 2025 • 44min
All things breast surgery (and is breast implant illness a thing?) - Nora Nugent
"New technologies [mean] progress. But don't jump on the bandwagon too early - long term data is important."
Find out more and book a consultation here: https://noranugent.co.uk/
Follow Nora on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/noranugent/?hl=en
You can also follow: https://www.instagram.com/noranugentplasticsurgery/
Find out more about Dr Sophie by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jul 8, 2025 • 19min
Meta Cell Technology (MCT): is this the biggest skincare breakthrough in years?
“It's totally game changing technology.”
Find out more (and book an MCT treatment) by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
You can also book a treatment for exosome / PRP therapy - and buy exosome skincare.
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jul 1, 2025 • 27min
Signs of thyroid issues + an iodine explainer + the menopause link
"The WHO estimates that over 1.9 billion people have inadequate iodine nutrition."
According to a recent review, multiple studies have suggested a link between a lack of selenium and Hashimoto’s disease, the most common cause of hypothyroidism aside from iodine deficiency. Read more: https://www.cureus.com/articles/42327-minerals-an-untapped-remedy-for-autoimmune-hypothyroidism
Some evidence suggests that zinc is involved in regulating the production and activity of thyroid hormones. Read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30982439/
Levels of zinc might be linked with our levels of thyroid hormones and TSH.
Some evidence suggests that magnesium may be involved in how your body absorbs iodine. This absorption is an important step in making thyroid hormones. Read more: https://www.cureus.com/articles/42327-minerals-an-untapped-remedy-for-autoimmune-hypothyroidism
Iodine and the diet – read more here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/2KTr1JPxY7JjQJ3mmSZ9f0d/what-s-the-best-way-to-get-iodine-in-your-diet
A study from the Journal of Dermato-Endocrinology also shows that depleted levels of the thyroid hormone can impact the epidermal barrier function, which helps your skin to retain moisture. Read more: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3219173/
According to a study from the Journal of Hypothyroidism, over 80% of people with low thyroid hormone levels (commonly caused by low iodine) feel more sensitive to the cold. Read more: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2895281/
List of functional doctors / patients-turned-influencers:
Dr Alisha Knicely
Dr. Katie Rothwell
Dr. Rachel Vong
Dr. Robin Urekar
Aggie McCabe
Priscilla Blevins
This is not an exhaustive list. Please do your research and check the credentials of any one claiming to be able to help with your thyroid issues - and run their advice past your GP.
Thanks for listening to Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter – please rate and review the show if you get a moment.
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
This podcast was produced by https://thepodcastpeople.co/
Co-host: https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast.

Jun 24, 2025 • 46min
Product favourites w/ journalist and Beauty Director Alessandra Steinherr
“I've been a peptide person for as long as these were available.”
Follow Alex on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alexsteinherr/?hl=en
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jun 17, 2025 • 21min
A 20 minute creatine explainer inc. new findings on mental health
“There are quite a few myths – but lots of new research” - Dr Sophie
Thanks for listening to Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter – please rate and review the show if you get a moment.
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
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This podcast was produced by https://thepodcastpeople.co/
Co-host: https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
Relevant research and studies:
https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/pages/articleviewer.aspx?year=2016&issue=04000&article=00015&type=Fulltext&fbclid=IwAR3hhAHX6GycCIbI2FSgjOVC1yEZwCdIYkXGRPftp-1s8hexKx_YdiOcoec
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11985880/
https://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010009
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/3/877
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7871530/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28397310/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21394604/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33578876/
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/6/1081
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15320650/
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41398-020-0741-x#Sec9
https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a62567487/should-teens-take-supplements/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39173400/
https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/pages/articleviewer.aspx?year=2016&issue=04000&article=00015&type=Fulltext&fbclid=IwAR3hhAHX6GycCIbI2FSgjOVC1yEZwCdIYkXGRPftp-1s8hexKx_YdiOcoec
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/15502783.2025.2502094?needAccess=true
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/16/2772
https://alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/trc2.70101
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast.

Jun 10, 2025 • 54min
New data on snacking + protein + sweeteners + early colorectal cancer (and more) – ZOE's Prof Sarah Berry
"You can't out-supplement a crap diet."
Find out more about Prof Sarah here: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/sarah-berry
Follow Prof Sarah here: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahberry/?hl=en
Buy ZOE’s Daily30+ here: https://zoe.com/daily30
Learn more about ZOE here: https://zoe.com/en-gb
Listen to the ZOE podcast here (and on Apple and Spotify): https://zoe.com/learn/category/podcasts
Follow ZOE here: https://www.instagram.com/zoe/
Find out more about ZOE’s processing scale here: https://zoe.com/learn/not-all-upfs-are-equal-health
Find out more about early-onset colon cancer here: https://zoe.com/learn/zoe-prospect-early-onset-colon-cancer
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
Co-host and producer https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast

Jun 3, 2025 • 48min
The ultimate guide to happy, healthy hair – Tom Smith
“There are quite a few misconceptions around colour – especially balayage.”
Find out more about Tom here: https://www.tomsmithhd.com/
Follow Tom on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tomsmithhd/?hl=en
This is Tom’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TOMSMITHHAIR
And you can book an appointment with Tom via Billi Currie Hair in London.
This is Sophie’s previous episode on hair: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hair-loss-hair-thinning-hair-health/id1713189123?i=1000650450018
Listen to the episode to get the full low-down on how Tom ages well – from his skincare to his supplements.
Thanks for listening to Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter – please rate and review the show if you get a moment.
Find out more by heading to https://drsophieshotter.com/
Follow Dr Sophie on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/drsophieshotter/?hl=en
…and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en
This podcast was produced by https://thepodcastpeople.co/
Co-host: https://fionamattesini.co.uk/
The content in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not meant to serve as medical advice or to replace or substitute advice given by, or consultation with, your doctor or any other healthcare professional. Please contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your health. Dr Sophie Shotter, her company and any employees or representatives are not liable for any claims arising out of or in connection with this podcast.


