Age Better with Liz Earle

With 50% of women over the age of 50 expected to get a fracture due to osteoporosis, women's health expert and campaigner Kate Muir joins Liz to ask why our bone health isn't getting airtime.Kate and Liz discuss how our hormones can help to protect our bones, why we need to include bone flexibility in conversations about density, plus why midlife women especially need to lift weights.The episode also covers the cost of osteoporosis on the NHS, how ethnicity impacts the onset of menopause, and lifestyle factors that may impact younger woman's bones in later life.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Kate Muir on InstagramFollow Dr Vonda Wright on InstagramThe Royal Osteoporosis websiteA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's Q&A episode, Liz reveals how Claire can manage her menopause symptoms without HRT with better nutrition, strategies to support mental health, exercise, and potentially helpful herbs.She also shares her tips and experience of online dating in midlife with Natasha, and shares her favourite kefir brands with Arabella.Plus, Liz advises Jacqueline on how to better manage her weight in midlife to lose fat and gain muscle (and why she might want to stop counting calories!).Links mentioned in the episode:Liz's guide to online dating in midlife YouTubeThe Ivory Towers websiteNourish Kefir Starter CulturesBrown Cow Organic KefirKI KefirThe Chuckling Goat kefirHow to make kefir at home YouTubeFollow Mary Claire Haver on InstagramShop Liz’s favourite supplementsA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the shopPlease note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have a 'healthy' appetite? World-leading physician Dr William Li joins Liz to reveal what we should be eating to beat disease - and to prevent it from returning.In this episode, Liz and William discuss why the focus should be on preventing chronic diseases than treating them, and take a deep dive into angiogenesis, cancer and our diets.William also shares foods that can cause inflammation in the body, his three go-to drinks for longevity, and reveals what he really thinks about pesticides.Links mentioned in the episode:Read Eat To Beat Disease by Dr William LiFollow William on InstagramVisit William's websiteVisit The Angiogenisis Foundation websiteListen to Can food help you beat cancer? - with Sheila DillonPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From supporting local farms to starting HRT in later life, Liz is back answering your questions for our latest Q&A episode.Liz helps Sue better understand why she is struggling with constipation in menopause (and what can be done about it), and shares advice with Kim on how she can find local organic produce.Plus, Liz sheds light on Lesley's concerns of whether she is able to start HRT at age 64, and highlights Wendy's concerns over Oestrogel versus Oestrodose.Links mentioned in the episode:MPOWDER supplements (formerly known as Liminal) - save 15% with LIZLOVESThe Better Menopause supplements - save 20% with LIZLOVESOestrodose vs Oestrogel - what you need to knowShop Liz’s favourite supplementsA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the shopPlease note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As heart disease is the number one killer of women worldwide, multi-award winning physician Dr Felice Gersh joins Liz to reveal the connections between this chronic condition and our hormones.Liz and Felice discuss why heart issues are more common in midlife women, the realities of broken heart syndrome, and how we can optimise our cardiovascular health through our lifestyle and hormones.Felice also shares how HRT may be able to prevent cardiovascular disease, plus why cholesterol often increases in menopause.Links mentioned in the episode:Learn more about Dr Gersh's newsletter, medical practice, social media, free e-book and online coursePurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  OR leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz Earle tackles more questions from our listeners - from simple ways to ensure you are eating enough veggies to supplements you might be missing out on in midlife.Liz answers Sue's question on how get more plants into her diet to improve her gut health, and helps Chloe to determine whether her supplement stack is helping her to age well - and what might be missing.Plus, Liz reveals her best advice for maintaining health and wellbeing in older age.Links mentioned in the episode:Fake food, fasting and the protein debate, with Professor Tim SpectorReduce your risk of Alzheimer's disease, with Patrick HolfordThe benefits of magnesium for menopause and beyondShop Liz's favourite supplementsA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the showPlease note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curious how you can improve your health span? Dr Harpal Bains, an expert in longevity medicine, joins Liz to reveal the effect hormones, vitamins and medical supplements can have on longevity.Harpal and Liz discuss how we can shift from cure to prevention when it comes to age-related diseases., normalising versus optimising testosterone levels as we age, and the importance of cholesterol for our brain health.They also cover other surprising lifestyle changes that can help to support longevity and health span.Links mentioned in the episode:Visit the Harpal Clinic websiteLearn more about Rapamycin and longevityPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  OR leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our first official Q&A episode, Liz Earle answers your midlife conundrums and concerns - be it picking the right supplements for your needs, or managing menopause without HRT.Liz helps Jo - who is low in iron plus vitamins B12 and D - to understand what supplements she needs in midlife, and shares advice with Pam on how to curate a better fitness routine.Liz also reveals her expert skincare advice to give Victoria's dry winter skin back its glow, and reveals what Susie can do to manage her menopause symptoms without HRT.Links mentioned in the episode:BetterYou supplements - save 15% with LIZLOVESEko Botanicals Makeda Radiance Ageless Botanical Oil - save 20% wit LIZLOVESBy Sarah Saviour Moisture Mask - save 20% with LIZLOVESEvolve Beauty Blue Tansy Beauty Balm - save 20% with LIZLOVESMade of More Night Soufflé - save 20% with LIZLOVES Oestrogen Matters by Avrum BlumingA Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show.Please note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finding it harder than ever to lose fat or maintain a healthy weight as you've moved into midlife? Liz shares weight loss advice for midlife women from top experts from our podcast archives for this episode.Liz also reveals her personal tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy, happy weight - the importance of protein, her go-to breakfasts and snacks, and her experience of intermittent fasting.In this episode, there's Dr Andrew Jenkinson on bariatric surgery and how our hormones control our appetite, Dr Chris Van Tulleken on what ultra-processed foods are really doing to our bodies, and nutritionist Aaron Deere on how our nutritional needs change with age.Meanwhile, Dr Gabrielle Lyon discusses the midlife muscle crisis, clinical researcher Megan Ramos reveals whether midlife women should practice intermittent fasting, and author Johann Hari shares his experience - and perspective - of weight loss drugs.Links mentioned in the episode:Listen to Why willpower won't help you lose weight, with Dr Andrew JenkinsonListen to What ultra-processed food is really doing to our bodies, with Dr Chris Van TullekenListen to Eat to beat disease in midlife, with Aaron DeereListen to The midlife muscle crisis, with Dr Gabrielle LyonListen to Intermittent fasting for women, with Megan RamosListen to Are weight loss drugs too good to be true? - with Johann HariPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  OR leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to build better habits in 2025? Nutritionist and 90s model Rose Ferguson joins Liz to reveal the healthy habits in midlife that can build your strength, improve energy and help you shift any stubborn weight gain.Rose and Liz discuss body image in the world of modelling, how to learn what you body needs through diagnostic testing, and their go-to strategies for lowering stress.They also cover picking the right supplements for you and their personal midlife favourites, such as creatine and maca root.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Rose Ferguson on InstagramVisit Rose’s online platform, R Health ClubPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voice note using our number - 07518 471846 - for the chance to be featured on the show  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.