The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show

Did you know that 90% of women experience menstrual abnormalities or pelvic problems in their lifetime? Gynaecologist Dr Karen Tang joins Liz to share why any pain you're feeling in your pelvic area deserves to be taken seriously.Karen reveals the reasons why we just don't know the causes of common gynaecological conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (also known as PCOS). Liz and Karen highlight medical misogyny and how we can better advocate for ourselves.Plus, Karen also talks through the signs and symptoms of fibroids, pelvic floor dysfunction, and how all of these common issues are affected by the menopause. Links mentioned in the episode:Buy It's Not Hysteria by Dr Karen TangFollow Karen on InstagramVisit Karen's websitePurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to delay the ageing process? Longevity physician Sandra Kaufmann reveals how we can protect our bodies from cellular ageing and promote longevity.In this episode, Liz and Sandra take a deep dive into how our bodies age and whether we can reverse cellular ageing.Sandra reveals the supplements she uses to turn back the clock, calm inflammation - and even avoid a hangover from alcohol.Meanwhile Liz questions whether there are any downsides to ‘bio-hacking’.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Sandra on InstagramVisit the Kaufmann Protocol websitePurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz Earle sits down to answer YOUR questions on which supplements you need in midlife - from magnesium to creatine and B vitamins to iron.In this episode, Liz gives advice to Tracey on whether midlife women really need supplements and reveals her non-negotiables here, plus answers Emma's question on why creatine is a staple in her morning coffee.Liz also delves into magnesium to help Sarah pick the right type for her, and shares pointers with Paula to ensure she's getting enough iron in midlife.The episode also answers Susie and Caroline's queries on B vitamins and testing.Have a burning question for Liz? Get in touch at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comFor a full list of links mentioned in the episode and Liz's favourite supplements head to: www.lizearlewellbeing.com/podcast/the-supplements-you-need-in-midlife-with-liz-earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you struggling to hit your protein goals or confused by how much to aim for? Registered dietician Caoileann Murphy joins Liz to lift the lid on whether we really need to eat more protein in midlife to promote healthy ageing.Caoileann reveals the best protein sources for meat eaters and those following a plant-based diet, and why it is more than just our muscles that need this macronutrient.She also shares a simple sum to help you work out your personal protein goal and gives her take on protein powders.Plus, Liz and Caoileann discuss how we can prevent and even reverse sarcopenia, and they answer questions from the audience on portion size and getting enough protein through the day.Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Confused by midlife nutrition? Nutritionist Aaron Deere joins Liz to set the record straight with simple and effective advice for eating well in midlife to help us age well, lose weight and feel great.Aaron shares just how much of an impact diet can have on longevity, and the key nutrients we need to prioritise for our muscles, bones and brains.He also reveals the importance of fibre and plant diversity in our diets - plus why intermittent fasting might even be hindering us here - and the other lifestyle factors that are impacting our midlife nutritional needs, like sleep and stress.Liz and Aaron also cover menopausal weight gain and exercise for longevity.Links mentioned in the episode:Visit the Hooke websiteFollow Aaron Deere on InstagramPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does talking about sex make you uncomfortable? Psychodynamic and psychosexual therapist Charlene Douglas joins Liz on this podcast to reveal why we’re so afraid about seeking help for our sex lives.Charlene, who you may recognise as the therapist from Married At First Sight UK, shares why we should really interrogate our relationship with sex and consider therapy, plus she shares the one thing that will improve your sex life.Liz and Charlene also discuss why pleasure is often left out of the conversations about sex (especially during sex education), whether there is ever a place for pornography, and common issues couples come up against in their sex lives in midlife.Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase Come Closer: Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask a Sex and Relationship TherapistFollow Charlene Douglas on InstagramPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you believe in the power of manifestation? Neuroscientist, health psychologist, and author Dr Sabina Brennan joins Liz to share why this ‘woo’ practice might actually have more science to it than expected.Whether you're looking for love or want to hit your health goals, Sabina shares how the power to manifest our dreams is within us all. Meanwhile, Liz shares her own experiences of manifesting a relationship with the help of her daughters.Sabina also reveals how visualisation can help us through challenging scenarios and talks Liz through ‘intentional blindness.’Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Dr Sabina Brennan on InstagramPurchase The Neuroscience of Manifesting, by Sabrina BrennanListen to Finding love online in midlife, with Garance DoréPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you wear any kind of fitness tracker? On this podcast, Dr Torkil Færø joins Liz to share how wearable pieces of tech can help us better understand our heart rate variability (HRV), and ultimately live a longer and healthier life.Torkil explains what our HRV can tell us about what's going on in our bodies - and how it this number can even alert you to serious health issues such as heart attacks and disease.Liz and Torkil discuss how we can optimise our HRV with our diet, exercise and lifestyle tweaks such as cold showers, supplements and fasting - plus, the impact alcohol can have here.The episode also covers how having a positive attitude to ageing may be able to help you live longer.Links mentioned in the episode:Follow Dr Torkil Færø on InstagramLearn more about Doctors Without BordersPurchase The Pulse CurePurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With more than half of women experiencing at least one urinary tract infection in their lifetime, Liz chats to urologist and sexual medicine specialist Dr Rachel Rubin to reveal why UTIs must be taken more seriously.Rachel shares the realities of how dangerous UTIs can be, plus how the lack of knowledge on this common infection is just another example of medical misogyny.Rachel talks Liz through the symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) and how vaginal oestrogen could be lifesaving.Links mentioned in the episode:Visit Rachel Rubin's website and subscribe to her newsletterListen to our podcast on Why your UTIs keep coming back, with Kate StephensPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Struggle to find the time to fit in your workouts? Award-winning personal trainer Lavina Mehta joins Liz to share how you can get fit with just 11 minutes of exercise every day.Lavina talks Liz through exercise ‘snacking’ and why this can be a better approach for midlife women, plus why we should exercise for sanity not vanity and prioritise strength over cardio. Liz and Lavina also reveal a simple trick to help mitigate glucose spikes after meals, and try out a live exercise snacking session.Links mentioned in the episode:Purchase The Feel Good Fix by Lavina MehtaFollow Lavina on InstagramListen to our podcast on The midlife muscle crisis, with Gabrielle LyonListen to our podcast on Reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease, with Patrick HolfordListen to our podcast on Reversing Diabetes, with Eric EdmeadesPurchase A Better Second Half by Liz EarleEmail us your questions at podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.