Age Better with Liz Earle

Is functional medicine the future of wellness? Founder of Functional Medicine Associates, Pete Williams, joins Liz for this podcast to discuss how this biology-based approach can deal with chronic disease and illness.Pete talks through how and why illness occurs, diagnostic tests that fall outside of conventional medicine, and understanding barrier function for conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease, and depression.Liz and Pete also cover probiotics, prebiotics and postbiotics for gut health, the effects of declining oestrogen on the brain in menopause, and dealing with burnout.Make sure to listen next week as Pete will be back to answer even more functional medicine questions.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Pete Williams on InstagramVisit the Functional Medicine Associates website Listen to our podcast on depression theories with Professor Joanna MoncrieffListen to our podcast on immunity and gut health with Dr James KinrossPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you notice a difference in your mental health depending on what you've been eating or drinking? Nutrition therapist, psychiatrist and professional chef Dr Uma Naidoo joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to share how eating the right foods can help to calm our minds.Uma and Liz take a look at how anxiety is rooted in our guts, metabolism and immune system, plus how eating foods rich in tryptophan, such as chickpeas and turkey, can aid our mood.The episode also covers resistance to leptin, a hormone that regulates appetite, the impact of diet drinks and artificial sweeteners on our guts, and the key micronutrients for our mental health. Uma also shares what she would cook at an 'anti-anxiety' dinner party.Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase Calm Your Mind With Food, by Uma NaidooVisit the Karmacist website - use the LIZLOVES affiliate discount code to save 20% at checkoutListen to our podcast with Kimberley Wilson on food and mental healthPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As 2023 draws to a close, Liz reflects on some of the podcast conversations that she feels we need to take heed of as we think about taking care of our mental and physical health in the new year...Liz reveals the episodes you found most useful, and talks through the ways these conversations have impacted her own life too.The episode shares highlights from Avrum Bluming on oestrogen and why it matters, Professor Jayashri Kulkarni on how hormones influence the brain, Mary Biles on medicinal cannabis and the endocannabinoid system, Chris van Tulleken on ultra-processed foods and dementia, and Dr Jason Fung on intermittent fasting for type 2 diabetes and obesity.Links mentioned in the episode:Listen to Avrum Bluming on oestrogen and why it matters,Listen to Professor Jayashri Kulkarni on hormones and our brainsListen to Mary Biles on medicinal cannabisListen to Chris van Tulleken on ultra-processed foodsListen to Dr Jason Fung on intermittent fastingPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How conscious are you of where your skincare ingredients come from? Claire Bristow, Head of New Product Development at Kelsey, joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to dive into what it means to be a truly sustainable beauty brand.Claire shares how Kelsey came to fruition through farming, the potent beauty benefits of raspberries, and why every stage of the production process must be considered when covering sustainability.In this episode, brought to you in partnership with Kelsey, Liz and Claire also discuss whether sustainability and luxury can exist side-by-side, plus how we can be more mindful with our beauty routines. Links mentioned in the episode:Visit Kelsey's website - save 20% on products with the LIZLOVES affiliate discount code (returns to 15% after 31st January 2024)Pre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever let the fear of something hold you back? Entrepreneur and fashion expert Trinny Woodall joins Liz to share why we need to fear less.In this episode, Trinny discusses her relationship with fear through different periods in her life, how she approaches being a successful CEO, her personal experience of rehab, and why we should stop comparing ourselves to others.Liz and Trinny also chat about finding themselves single in midlife, and how they are ageing well by cutting out sugar, strength training and creating a healthy sleep routine. Plus, Trinny shares her fashion, skincare and makeup advice for midlife.Links mentioned in the episode:Order Fearless by Trinny WoodallOrder Feel The Fear And Do It AnywayVisit the Trinny London websiteFollow Trinny on InstagramFollow the Glucose Goddess on InstagramPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you make your gut health a priority? Consultant surgeon Dr James Kinross, who specialises in the gut microbiome, joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to share why we urgently need to rethink our relationship with our microbes.Liz and James discuss the different stages and ages of the microbiome, why bugs are not always the enemy, whether we’re staying ‘too clean’, and the importance of eating well when we’re sick.The episode covers the gut-brain axis, cancer and microbes, and takes a look at the sexual microbiome and how it may influence our ability to pick a partner. James also shares his advice on creating a diverse microbiome.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow James Kinross on InstagramVisit James Kinross' websiteOrder Dark Matter by James KinrossPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curious about the world of energy fields? Energy expert Prune Harris joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to share how understanding your body’s energy system can help to unlock real health, happiness, and vitality in midlife. Prune, who has been able to see and interpret energy from birth, covers energetic vibrations through music and laughter, how to stop ‘energy vampires’ draining you, plus what science and tradition says here. Liz and Prune also discuss earth, air, fire, and water dominant elemental rhythms, how to discover and understand your own energy fields, and the benefits of practices such as barefoot grounding and qigong.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Prune Harris on InstagramOrder Prune's book, Your Radiant SoulVisit Prune's websitePre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re hearing a lot about the benefits of cold-water therapy, but what about heat therapy? Writer and avid cold-water swimmer Emma O’Kelly joins Liz on this episode to take a deep dive into the health benefits of heat.Emma covers the history of saunas in Nordic bathing traditions, and shares more on what studies say on the benefits of deep heat for our physical and mental health.Liz and Emma also discuss sauna rituals, the different kinds of saunas Emma encountered (from ice to peat bog!), and how to practise cold and heat therapy safely.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Emma on Instagram Purchase Sauna: The Power of Deep HeatPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz EarleSubscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you living the life you truly want? Founder of the I Quit Sugar movement, TV host and author Sarah Wilson joins Liz on this episode to share how she carved her own path to health and happiness.Sarah and Liz discuss the ‘uncertainty epidemic’, what it really means to thrive in midlife, and how to find what brings you joy.The episode also covers the benefits of walking in nature and meditation, and Sarah shares how she quit sugar, plus how you can too.Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase This One Wild and Precious LifePurchase I Quit SugarFollow Sarah Wilson on InstagramListen to our episode on The Lightning Process with Lauren StoneyPre-order A Better Second Half by Liz EarleSubscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a midlife makeup muddle? Beauty columnist India Knight joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to share advice on adapting our beauty and makeup routines in midlife.Liz and India share their personal views on how midlife women are portrayed in the media, and discuss their opinions on tweakments, injectables and hair removal.India reveals common skincare concerns as we age, plus her favourite ingredients and products for maturing skin when it comes to cleansing, exfoliating, brightening, and more.The episode also shares makeup favourites and simple hacks, and India also answers the million dollar question: is it really worth splurging our cash on beauty products? Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase India Knight’s Beauty Edit: What Works When You’re OlderFollow India Knight on TwitterVisit the Beauty Pie website - use the LIZLOVES code for £10 offVisit the Victoria Beckham Beauty websiteVisit the Studio10 website - use the LIZLOVES code for 20% offListen to our podcast with Beauty Pie's Marcia Gilgore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.