Age Better with Liz Earle

From mineral supplements that boost energy to protein-rich breakfast swaps that stabilise blood sugar, this week's Q&A is packed with simple, evidence-based hacks for living well. Liz also discusses supplements for knee pain and osteoporosis, tackles folliculitis in pregnancy, recommends clean skincare for teenagers, and weighs in on upper eyelid surgery.In this episode:What is Shillajit and does it replace electrolytes?What are some quick, protein-rich breakfast ideas for busy mornings?How can I manage knee pain with supplements?How do I deal with folliculitis during pregnancy?What are the best clean, affordable skincare and makeup brands for teenage girls?Is upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) safe and effective?Links mentioned in the episode:Liz's article on ShilajitShilajit Glucosamine and chondroitin Collagen Omega-3 Vitamin D3 with K2 Magnesium Ameliorate  Spots and Stripes  Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Green PeopleLily Lolo The Body Shop Get in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:Preorder Liz’s NEW book – How to AgeA Better Second Half Follow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Liz reflects on the conversations that have stayed with her throughout 2025 – and shares her own thoughts on the topics that hit a nerve with listeners. She revisits why we've been getting SPF advice wrong, the nuanced truth about cholesterol that goes beyond 'good' and 'bad', and why your gums might be more important to brain health than you think. From building stronger bones to fighting inflammation from within, this is truly everything you need to know to age well in 2026.Resources mentioned:Justine Masters on boosting collagenDr Veronique Bataille on SPFDr Nicholas Perricone on hydrogen waterDr Ellen Fallows on cholesterolDr Victoria Sampson on the oral microbiomeDr Vonda Wright on bone healthMore from Liz:Preorder Liz's NEW book – How to AgeA Better Second Half Follow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramGet in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Creatine, collagen, vitamins, greens powders and magnesium – can you really mix them all together, or are you doing more harm than good? Liz tackles your most pressing wellbeing concerns, from supplement stacking to winter SPF myths, essential midlife health scans and HPV. In this episode:Can you mix supplements together?Red light therapy for hair loss – does it work and is it worth the investment?Do we need SPF in winter months? Which health scans are essential for women over 50?Can you help your body clear HPV naturally? Links mentioned in the episode:Balance app (menopause symptom tracker) Liz's YouTube video on SPFDr Veronique Bataille podcast episode on SPFJulia Bradbury episodeGet in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:A Better Second Half Preorder Liz's next book – How to AgeFollow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Gerontologist Dr Kerry Burnight joins Liz to explain why your beliefs about ageing could add or subtract years from your life – and introduce the concept of "joy span" as the missing measure between lifespan and healthspan. They discuss the four research-backed practices that predict thriving at any age, why loneliness is as harmful as smoking 14 cigarettes a day, and how finding purpose is simpler (and more powerful) than you think.More from Liz: *  A Better Second Half *  Follow Liz on Instagram  *  Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramMore from Dr Kerry: *  Joy Span: A Short Guide to Enjoying Your Long Life *  Follow Dr Kerry on InstagramGet in touch with a question for Liz: *  Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com *  WhatsApp: 07518 471 846Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Liz shares tips for managing food cravings in perimenopause, as well as her honest thoughts on injectables such as Botox and filler. She also has advice for keeping kids healthy at uni, and shares her take on quercetin. In this episode:[01:25] Should I try Botox and fillers?[06:43] How can I curb my appetite with PCOS and perimenopause?[14:58] What supplements can help my uni daughter's health?[23:38] Which quercetin supplement do you use?[28:16] Why do I get pins and needles in my legs at night?Links mentioned in the episode:BioCare Quercetin Complex – save 15% with code LIZLOVES25Gut Love probiotic from The Naked Pharmacy – save 20% with code LIZLOVESDr Veronique Bataille episode on SPF and skin health Get in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:A Better Second Half Follow Liz on Instagram @lizearlemeFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram @lizearlewellbeingSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

NHS GP Dr Ayan Panja joins Liz to share why the answer to tiredness, aches, or digestive issues often lies in your daily habits – and how changing when and how you eat can be more powerful than changing what you eat. Ayan also shares how his own mysterious symptoms at 40 led him to look at health differently, and the simple changes that help new habits stick without relying on willpower.More from Liz:A Better Second Half Preorder Liz's next book – How to AgeFollow Liz on InstagramFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramMore from Dr Ayan:The Health FixFollow Dr Ayan on Instagram Get in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Should you worry about cadmium in dark chocolate – and what does your tongue coating say about last night's wine? Liz answers five listener questions covering dark chocolate safety, rebuilding health in your 60s, fixing middle-of-the-night wakefulness, natural cold sore remedies, and whether your supplements are straining your liver.In this episode:[00:58] Should I worry about heavy metals in dark chocolate?[08:48] How can I feel and look better in my 60s?[18:38] Why do I keep waking in the night?[28:44] Natural cold sore remedies and caffeine-free fermented foods[35:23] Tongue scraping and do daily supplements damage the liver?Links mentioned in the episode:Jude bladder support supplementsTim Spector's book Ferment Liz's lymphatic drainage routine on Instagram Get in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:A Better Second HalfFollow Liz on Instagram @lizearlemeFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram @lizearlewellbeingSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

Women's health investigative journalist Kate Muir joins Liz to explain why menopause is the perfect moment to reassess your relationships and career – and why your midlife unraveling might be the best thing that ever happens to you. They also discuss why testosterone is a female hormone and how to spot menopause quackery. Links mentioned: Watch Liz's response to the Panorama episode on Dr Louise NewsonListen to the Patrick Holford episode on Alzheimer's and brain healthMore from Liz:A Better Second Half by Liz EarleFollow Liz on Instagram @lizearlemeFollow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram @lizearlewellbeingMore from Kate:How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis by Kate MuirFollow Kate on InstagramGet in touch with a question for Liz:Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.comWhatsApp: 07518 471 846Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.