Age Better with Liz Earle
Episodes
Friday Five: The truth about eating eggs, with Dr Zoë Harcombe
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz takes a closer look at the stories hitting the headlines. She speaks to Dr Zoë Harcombe, a researcher ...
The science of sleep with Professor Matthew Walker
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Matthew Walker, Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California Berkeley, joins Liz to reveal the secrets of sleep....
Friday Five: Estrogen and long Covid with Dr Louise Newson
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Friday Five, Liz chats to Dr Louise Newson about the latest developments in long Covid research. Louise explains how individual...
Gut health and the brain with Miguel Toribio-Mateas
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritionist and clinical neuroscientist Miguel Toribio-Mateas joins Liz to discuss the gut and its links to our mood, mental health and more. He also...
Friday Five: Liz's favourite supplements and festive fun
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz shares her tips for taking supplements and reveals the top five that she recommends. She also looks ahe...
Fertility, IVF and the microbiome with Mr Stuart Lavery
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Stuart Lavery, a consultant in gynaecology, reproductive medicine and surgery, joins Liz to discuss the latest developments in fertility medicine. ...
Friday Five: Resilience and redundancy with Eleanor Tweddell
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz discusses the physical and mental impacts of the second national lockdown. Author Eleanor Tweddell join...
Estrogen skincare with Dr Rebecca Booth
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Rebecca Booth joins Liz to discuss the role of estrogen on skin, especially in terms of ageing. She also explains ho...
Friday Five: Vitamin C and immunity with Dr Thomas E. Levy
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz shares her tips for building mental resilience over the next few weeks of lockdown. She also has an in-...
Understanding the breath with James Nestor
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Author and journalist James Nestor joins Liz to discuss the power of the breath. He reveals how our breath is linked to a number of processes in the b...
Special: HRT and breast cancer with Dr Yana Vinogradova
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special bonus episode of the Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz tackles recent inaccuracies in the press regarding HRT and breast cancer. Liz speak...
Friday Five: Benefits of being frozen and Chuckling Goat kefir
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Friday Five, Liz discusses reveals the health benefits of embracing the very cold. From boosting our mood to supporting the imm...
Friday Five: Long Covid with Dr Louise Newson
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Dr Louise Newson joins Liz to discuss the lingering long-term effects of Covid-19. Louise explains the cond...
Friday Five: Menopause and getting active with Kate Dale
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's edition of the Friday Five, Liz discusses recent research into the benefits of being outdoors for our wellbeing. She's also joined by K...
Friday Five: The power of positivity
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz discusses the importance of kindness and the power of being positive. She speaks candidly and explains how she's recen...
This Girl is on Fire with Andrea McLean
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning TV broadcaster and journalist Andrea McLean joins Liz to discuss her latest book, This Girl is on Fire. She recounts her gruelling exper...
Friday Five: Breast cancer treatments and HRT with Professor Michael Baum
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Friday Five, Liz kicks off the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Leading breast cancer specialist, Professor Michael Baum, ...
And Now for the Good News with Ruby Wax
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian, broadcaster and writer Ruby Wax OBE joins Liz to discuss her latest book, And Now For The Good News...: To the Future with Love. Ruby also s...
Friday Five: Supplements, cryotherapy and menopause charity news
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz takes a look at the essential nutrients we should all be supplementing with. She chats to Dr Louise New...
Think Like a Monk with Jay Shetty
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author and podcast host Jay Shetty joins Liz on this week’s episode of the Liz Earle Wellbeing Show to explain why developing a monk-li...
Friday Five: Fish oils with Dr Simon Dyall
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Dr Simon Dyall joins Liz to explain the research around the safety of fish oil supplements. He also discuss...
Flavour with Yotam Ottolenghi
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cookery writer and restaurateur Yotam Ottolenghi joins Liz to discuss his life working with food. He reveals where his love of food began and shares h...
Friday Five: Fish oil news and helpful herbs
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz shares the helpful herbs that can better our immune system and also discusses some controversial news on fish oils. H...
Best of beauty with Sali Hughes
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist and author Sali Hughes joins Liz to discuss her work in beauty. She shares her favourite beauty buys, discusses the power of fragrance and ...
Friday Five: Supporting your immunity, with Dr Aseem Malhotra
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, consultant cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra joins Liz to discuss the role of our lifestyle in immunity. In th...
Backstage beauty with Mary Greenwell
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the world's most sought-after makeup artists Mary Greenwell joins Liz to discuss backstage beauty. She's worked with some of the world's most f...
Tweakments and the cosmetics industry with Alice-Hart Davis
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, beauty journalist and author, Alice Hart-Davis, joins Liz to discuss cosmetics. Alice shares her thoughts on Tweakments, or ...
Friday Five: The links of estrogen to Covid-19 and mental health tips
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz shares some tips for how to better protect our mental health. She also talks to Dr Louise Newson about ...
The ageing brain with Dr Daniel Levitin
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Daniel Levitin, a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist and best-selling author, joins Liz to discuss the ageing brain. He shares his thoughts on ...
Friday Five: The wellbeing benefits of seaweed and podcast news
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode the Friday Five, Liz chats to Dr Craig Rose to discuss the fascinating wellbeing wonders of seaweed. Liz also recaps on the lau...
How to eat sustainably with Patrick Holden CBE
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
British farmer and global activist, Patrick Holden CBE, joins Liz to discuss the importance of sustainable farming. He discusses the need to make sust...
Friday Five: Menopause news + Liz's favourite apps
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares her latest thoughts on the likelihood of a second lockdown, how the menopause is affecting our medics and her favourite apps in this week's...
Friday Five: Taking supplements & an update on oestrogen
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz explains some of the supplements she takes each day. She's also joined by Kevin Leivers, founder of The...
Friday Five: Oestrogel update and simple weight loss tips
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz shares the latest update in the Oestrogel scandal. She also reveals some simple weight loss tips to hel...
Friday Five: Plastic freedom and the limits of recycling
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares simple ways to reduce our plastic pollution throughout Plastic-Free July and beyond in this week's Friday Five. She's also joined by Beth N...
Friday Five: The latest HRT scandal and gut health news
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz reveals the shocking scandal to hit HRT. She explains how to ensure you're getting the correct prescrip...
Histamine intolerance with Dr Tina Peers
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special summer episode of the Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz talks to Dr Tina Peers all about histamine intolerance. Tina explains how to spot ...
Friday Five: The latest research updates for Covid-19
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz shares some news in the fight against Covid-19. She discusses the latest research on the role that vita...
Friday Five: The challenges of lockdown and the latest vitamin D research
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz returns to the airwaves after a short break in this episode of the Friday Five. She discusses the recent challenges that lockdown has presented to...
Friday Five: Liz's simple rules for eating
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz recaps on another week spent in lockdown. She also shares her simple tips for eating well and keeping healthy. H...
Chronic migraine and its treatment with Lily Earle
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lily Earle joins Liz in this week's podcast episode to share her personal experience of living with migraine. She reveals the impact it has on her lif...
Friday Five: Adapting to a new normal and thoughts on migraine
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz shares her thoughts on adapting to a new way of life and how things may change after the pandemic. She also recaps on ...
Migraine and headache with Dr Katy Munro
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Leading migraine and headache specialist Dr Katy Munro joins Liz for an in-depth discussion. Katy explains which treatments are currently available an...
Friday Five: Liz's experience of lockdown with the family
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz is joined by daughter Lily to explain their experience of lockdown. They share how they've been keeping busy as a fami...
Building resilience with Dr Gemima Fitzgerald
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Gemima Fitzgerald, a clinical psychologist, joins Liz to explain all about resilience. From maintaining social connection, to being kinder to ourse...
Friday Five: Menopause and a HRT update, with Dr Louise Newson
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Friday Five, Liz recaps on her recent menopause discussion on social media. She also catches up with Dr Louise Newson, f...
Pilates with Nathalie Clough
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Pilates teacher Nathalie Clough joins Liz to delve deep into the world of this toning exercise. From its early beginnings, to how it can help us in mo...
Friday Five: Embracing new routines and keeping calm, with Mike Ward
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz discusses how she's embracing her new routine. She also shares a few tips for keeping calm.Psychotherapist Mike Ward f...
Menopause and anxiety with Dr Rebecca Lewis
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Rebecca Lewis, a GP with a special interest in menopause, joins Liz to discuss anxiety. She reveals why women are often wrongly diagnosed and expla...
Friday Five: Immune-supporting strategies and coping with anxiety
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz shares her top strategies for staying well and supporting her immune system. She also recaps on her recent menopause t...
Coping with change Julia Samuel MBE
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE joins Liz to share her thoughts on coping with change. She explains how big life events can impact us and what we can...
Friday Five: HRT news and anti-flu protection
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Friday Five, Liz shares her advice for boosting your immune system and staying well against flu. She also shares some important HRT new...
Living well with Prue Leith CBE
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Prue Leith CBE joins Liz on the Liz Earle Wellbeing Show to discuss living well. She reveals the work she's been doing to improve cooking in schools a...
Friday Five: International Women's Day and a coronavirus update
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz reveals her plans for International Women's Day on Sunday 8th March. She also shares the precautions she's been taking to boost her immunity and p...
The pill with Dr Zoe Williams
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Zoe Williams joins Liz to discuss the controversy surrounding the contraceptive pill. She explains the actual risks of taking the pill and tackles ...
Friday Five: Fitness tips and surprising sugar truths
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz explains some fitness tips to improve your overall wellbeing and shares some exciting podcast news. She also reveals the everyday foods that could...
Feel better in 5 with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Rangan Chatterjee's latest book, Feel Better in 5, explains how we can move towards healthier habits in just five minutes a day. He joins Liz to sh...
Friday Five: Fairtrade gold and a HRT update
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz looks ahead to Fairtrade Fornight, with an in-depth look at Fairtrade gold. She also shares a HRT update and reveals the recent controversy around...
Friday Five: Wisdom from Brené Brown and Valentine's Day recipes
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares her favourite words of wisdom from Brené Brown, romantic meal ideas for Valentine's Day, and how a tablecloth can influence our tastebuds....
Friday Five: Period poverty and the shocking truth behind avocados
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz reveals the shocking truth behind avocados and explains why we should all be giving more thought to where our food comes from. She also shares new...
Friday Five: Extra virgin olive oil and carbon emissions
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz joins us from Kenya this week, explaining why she's taking a balanced view when it comes to her carbon footprint. She also investigates how safe i...
Friday Five: HRT shortages, gut health and staying slim
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz reveals the good gut bugs we need to stay slim and how to include more of them into daily life. She also shares some tragic menopause news from Dr...
Friday Five: Gratitude and beating January blues
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares her top tips for beating the January blues and explains how to incorporate more gratitude into daily life. Find the show notes with all the...
Friday Five: 'Nose to tail' eating and a poem dedicated to HRT
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz turns her eye to the latest in health trends including Organuary – a scheme that aims to minimise waste and maximise nutrition with 'nose to tai...
Friday Five: New Year's resolutions, Veganuary and vitamin B12
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Liz explains why she doesn't make New Year's resolutions and instead reveals the word she's living by in 2020. If you're giving Vegnauary a try, stay ...
Kefir and gut health with Julie Smolyansky
01 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kefir is a cultured, fermented milk drink that can work wonders for our gut health. Liz is joined by the CEO of Lifeway Kefir, Julie Smolyansky to dis...
Friday Five: How to avoid a hangover and the benefits of laughter
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares the health-boosting benefits of laughter and her tips for avoiding a hangover while celebrating the New Year. You can find the show notes w...
Fighting modern day slavery with Julia Immonen
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Julia Immonen, Head of Partnerships at anti-slavery charity, Justice and Care, broke records when she rowed across the Atlantic in 2011. Together with...
Friday Five: Feel good during the festive season
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The big day is almost upon us. If you’re busy making final preparations for Christmas, Liz has a few tips to help you out. With advice for surviving...
Incontinence, menopause and pregnancy with Elaine Miller (aka Gusset Grippers)
19 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz sat down with physiotherapist turned stand-up comedian Elaine Miller who's award-winning show Gusset Grippers is breaking taboos surrounding incon...
Friday Five: Health benefits of gold, frankincense and myrrh
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares more wellbeing wisdom to get us in the mood for Christmas, including the health benefits of gold, frankincense and myrrh, as well as the hi...
Wine 101 with Matthew Jukes
11 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz invited renowned wine writer Matthew Jukes onto the podcast to hear his advice on decoding complicated wine labels and his top supermarket picks (...
Friday Five: Do we really need vaginal hygeine products?
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz delves into our makeup bags to reveal the killer superbugs lurking within, exposes the unnecessary vaginal hygiene products trying to make their w...
Stay mentally fit with Dr Vanessa Moulton
04 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Vanessa Moulton is a Chartered Psychologist passionate about helping us embrace a flexible approach to the way we think, behave and interact with o...
Friday Five: A sourdough scandal and HRT shortages
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz finally has some good news to share about the ongoing HRT shortage and reveals the scandal that has hit sourdough.She also explains why ...
Omega-3 and brain health with Dr Simon Dyall
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Simon Dyall from the University of Roehampton joins Liz to explain why omega-3s play a vital role in keeping our brains healthy for the long haul. ...
Friday Five: Cold water therapy and hangover-free drinks
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares the health benefits of cold water therapy and explains which tipples are more likely to cause a hangover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
Nutrition and menopause with Emma Ellice-Flint
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Former chef turned Clinical Nutritionist Emma Ellice-Flint joins Liz to share the role nutrition plays in women’s health through menopause and beyon...
Friday Five: Migraine supplements and metabolism boosters
15 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz reveals how she’s been embracing the big chill in more ways than one. She also explains the supplements that could improve migraine symptoms and...
Estrogen and incontinence with Dr Rebecca Lewis
13 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why is incontinence more common during menopause? Dr Rebecca Lewis joins Liz to explain how declining estrogen levels affect our pelvic floor and what...
Friday Five: Saffron and the French secret for staying slim
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz explains how plants wards off anxiety and depression, reveals how the French stay so slim, and shares news of a plastic reduction campaign. You ca...
Pelvic floor exercises with Jane Simpson
06 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What is the pelvic floor? And, do pelvic floor exercises really work? Liz is joined by Continence Specialist and author of The Pelvic Floor Bible to a...
Friday Five: Can migraine sufferers take HRT?
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares her thoughts on HRT and migraine, as well as tips for protecting wildlife on Bonfire Night. You can find the show notes with all the links ...
Incontinence and menopause with Meg Mathews
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Two in three women over the age of 40 will struggle with some form of urinary incontinence, but menopause also has its part to play. Brit pop icon Meg...
Friday Five: Vaginal HRT, breast cancer and how to decorate Halloween pumpkins
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares some breast cancer news as well as top tips for decorating and reusing Halloween pumpkins. You can find the show notes with all the resourc...
Friday Five: The gut health benefits of a morning cuppa
18 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares some of the inspiring menopause stories you've been sending in, as well as some good news for tea-lovers. You can find the resources and li...
Menopause and testosterone with Dr Louise Newson
18 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that women produce more testosterone than estrogen? Though usually considered a male hormone, it's essential for women's health and wellb...
Breast cancer and HRT with Kirsty Lang
17 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is it safe to take HRT after breast cancer? Liz is joined by much-loved BBC broadcaster Kirsty Lang to hear about her decision to resume taking HRT fo...
How to talk to your GP about menopause with Dr Justine Setchell
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz is joined by Dr Justine Setchell to discuss the vital role that GPs play in menopause care, how to navigate a GP who isn’t up-to-date with the l...
Understanding HRT with Nick Panay
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is HRT safe? Can we take HRT forever? Should women with no menopausal symptoms take HRT to protect their long term health? Consultant gynaecologist an...
Make menopause matter with Diane Danzebrink
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz is joined by Diane Danzebrink, a psychotherapist and tireless menopause campaigner. Diane shares her experience of life-threatening depression and...
Friday Five: Laughter yoga and breast cancer screening
11 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz discusses laughter yoga, the controversy surrounding breast cancer screening, and shares what to expect this coming week in celebration of World M...
Friday Five: Plastic polluted teabags and DIY flu remedies
04 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares your cold and flu suggestions from last week and the hidden plastic in our morning brew. You can find all the resources mentioned in the ep...
Friday Five: Liz's favourite sore throat remedies
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares the sore throat remedies she’s been using this week, as well as an invite to a very special festive event. You can find all the resources...
Friday Five: How to boost immunity, improve sleep and treat cystitis
20 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares her tips for better immunity in the cooler months; the secrets to a great night’s sleep; and strategies for treating cystitis. You can fi...
Friday Five: Eat seasonally this autumn
13 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz shares upcoming events, a sneak peek inside the new edition of Liz Earle Wellbeing magazine and her favourite autumnal recipes. You can find the s...
Friday Five: HRT news, the secrets to long life and benefits of red wine
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz discusses the latest HRT headlines, reveals the secrets of living to 120, and shares the newfound wellbeing benefits of drinking red wine (yes rea...
PMS and PMDD with Dr Hannah Short
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Affecting 80% of women, PMS can cause erratic moods, clumsiness, tender breasts and carbohydrate cravings throughout the menstrual cycle. For most wom...
IBS and digestion with Laura Tilt
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With a staggering 1 in 7 of us affected by IBS, Liz invited dietician and health writer, Laura Tilt, on the podcast to solve our digestive woes. ...
Friday Five: HRT headlines and the mental health benefits of chocolate
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Liz responds to the latest menopause headlines and shares the mental health benefits of eating chocolate. You can find the show notes at https://lizea...