Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter

Dr Sophie Shotter
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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
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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
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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/ 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/ 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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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 …and Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophieshotter?lang=en 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.
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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
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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.

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