The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show
479 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsWelcome to The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, the podcast helping all women have a better second half. I’m Liz Earle and, with so many of us living longer than ever before, I’m on a mission to help women thrive in later life by investing in our health and wellbeing today. This means picking up good habits in our 20s and 30s, navigating the changes that come in our 40s and 50s and fortifying our bodies with everything we need to stay fit, flexible, sharp and energised in our 60s, 70s and beyond.
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Episodes
How to eat sustainably with Patrick Holden CBE
August 12, 2020 08:38 - 48 minutes - 112 MBBritish farmer and global activist, Patrick Holden CBE, joins Liz to discuss the importance of sustainable farming. He discusses the need to make sustainable food choices to benefit the planet and why we need to buy locally. Please note: Image taken before social distancing rules came into place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Menopause news + Liz's favourite apps
August 07, 2020 17:02 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MBLiz 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. You can find the shownotes at https://lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-menopause-news-lizs-favourite-health-apps/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Taking supplements & an update on oestrogen
July 31, 2020 11:51 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MBIn 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 Naked Pharmacy, to discuss the surprising benefits of saffron. Plus, Liz tackles a sensationalist story that hit the headlines this week regarding HRT and its links to coronavirus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Oestrogel update and simple weight loss tips
July 24, 2020 08:42 - 11 minutes - 25.2 MBIn 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 help you stay slim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Plastic freedom and the limits of recycling
July 10, 2020 09:42 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBLiz 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 Noy who reveals the limits of recycling and what she's doing to make the journey to plastic freedom a little easier. You can find the shownotes at https://lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-plastic-freedom-and-the-limits-of-recycling/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: The latest HRT scandal and gut health news
July 03, 2020 08:48 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBIn 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 prescription and speaks to Dr Zoe Hodson to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Histamine intolerance with Dr Tina Peers
June 26, 2020 13:19 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBIn 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 this under-diagnosed condition, why it’s becoming increasingly common and what can be done to treat it. She also shares more about her decision to continue taking HRT after breast cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: The latest research updates for Covid-19
June 19, 2020 09:28 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBIn 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 vitamin D, gut health and estrogen may play against the virus. She also shares her thoughts on the reporting of risk in the media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: The challenges of lockdown and the latest vitamin D research
June 12, 2020 09:04 - 10 minutes - 14 MBLiz 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 her work, and how she's overcoming them. Liz also reveals an important update from the latest vitamin D research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Liz's simple rules for eating
April 24, 2020 12:32 - 17 minutes - 40.3 MBIn 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chronic migraine and its treatment with Lily Earle
April 22, 2020 08:39 - 57 minutes - 131 MBLily 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 life and details the treatments she has tried since receiving a diagnosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Adapting to a new normal and thoughts on migraine
April 17, 2020 09:07 - 12 minutes - 29.5 MBIn 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 her recent discussion with Dr Katy Munro on migraine and headache. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Migraine and headache with Dr Katy Munro
April 15, 2020 08:45 - 54 minutes - 125 MBLeading migraine and headache specialist Dr Katy Munro joins Liz for an in-depth discussion. Katy explains which treatments are currently available and also reveals the lifestyle factors that can influence the likelihood of migraine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Liz's experience of lockdown with the family
April 10, 2020 09:12 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MBIn 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 family and also discuss their thoughts on living with chronic pain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Building resilience with Dr Gemima Fitzgerald
April 08, 2020 08:53 - 39 minutes - 89.4 MBDr Gemima Fitzgerald, a clinical psychologist, joins Liz to explain all about resilience. From maintaining social connection, to being kinder to ourselves, Gemima explains how we can build mental resilience and why it's especially relevant at this time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Menopause and a HRT update, with Dr Louise Newson
April 03, 2020 14:39 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBIn 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, founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pilates with Nathalie Clough
April 01, 2020 09:30 - 38 minutes - 89 MBPilates 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 modern-day life, Nathalie shares the benefits of Pilates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Embracing new routines and keeping calm, with Mike Ward
March 27, 2020 08:44 - 21 minutes - 48.9 MBIn 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 from the London Anxiety Clinic also joins Liz to explain how we can take care of ourselves and bring back a sense of control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Menopause and anxiety with Dr Rebecca Lewis
March 25, 2020 10:32 - 43 minutes - 98.5 MBDr Rebecca Lewis, a GP with a special interest in menopause, joins Liz to discuss anxiety. She reveals why women are often wrongly diagnosed and explains different treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Immune-supporting strategies and coping with anxiety
March 20, 2020 10:08 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBIn 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 talk and discusses coping with anxiety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Coping with change Julia Samuel MBE
March 18, 2020 10:33 - 44 minutes - 102 MBPsychotherapist 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 do during these times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: HRT news and anti-flu protection
March 13, 2020 10:57 - 15 minutes - 36.4 MBIn 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 news following International Women's Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Living well with Prue Leith CBE
March 11, 2020 11:05 - 37 minutes - 86 MBPrue 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 and hospitals and explains more about her new book, The Vegetarian Kitchen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: International Women's Day and a coronavirus update
March 06, 2020 10:40 - 11 minutes - 26.2 MBLiz 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 protect herself from coronavirus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The pill with Dr Zoe Williams
March 04, 2020 11:13 - 58 minutes - 135 MBDr Zoe Williams joins Liz to discuss the controversy surrounding the contraceptive pill. She explains the actual risks of taking the pill and tackles its links with mental health. She also reveals why it’s never too late to start a fitness plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Fitness tips and surprising sugar truths
February 28, 2020 09:52 - 13 minutes - 31.1 MBLiz explains some fitness tips to improve your overall wellbeing and shares some exciting podcast news. She also reveals the everyday foods that could be spiking your blood sugar levels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feel better in 5 with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
February 26, 2020 10:40 - 50 minutes - 116 MBDr 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 share some of his insights. We’re offering listeners of the show a yearly subscription to Liz Earle Wellbeing magazine for just £26 when paid via Direct Debit. That’s a discount of over 35% and you will receive the magazine every other month delivered straight to your door. Simply visit lizearlewellbeing.com/subscribe, enter the code LIZEARLEPO...
Friday Five: Fairtrade gold and a HRT update
February 21, 2020 09:55 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MBLiz 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 chia seeds. Find the show notes at https://lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-fairtrade-gold-hrt-update/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Wisdom from Brené Brown and Valentine's Day recipes
February 14, 2020 09:31 - 15 minutes - 36.5 MBLiz shares her favourite words of wisdom from Brené Brown, romantic meal ideas for Valentine's Day, and how a tablecloth can influence our tastebuds. Find the shownotes at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-14-february/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Period poverty and the shocking truth behind avocados
February 07, 2020 10:24 - 19 minutes - 8.91 MBLiz 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 news of a fantastic charity working to end period poverty and explains how you can get involved too. Find the show notes at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-7-february/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Extra virgin olive oil and carbon emissions
January 31, 2020 09:52 - 14 minutes - 6.41 MBLiz 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 it is to cook with olive oil and reveals the simple at-home test for extra virgin olive oil. You can find the show notes with all the links and resources mentioned at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-31-january/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: HRT shortages, gut health and staying slim
January 24, 2020 11:49 - 13 minutes - 6.19 MBLiz 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 Louise Newson, but explains how you can take action. You can find the show notes at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-24-january/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Gratitude and beating January blues
January 17, 2020 10:34 - 13 minutes - 6.27 MBLiz 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 links and resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-24-january/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: 'Nose to tail' eating and a poem dedicated to HRT
January 10, 2020 10:49 - 12 minutes - 5.54 MBLiz turns her eye to the latest in health trends including Organuary – a scheme that aims to minimise waste and maximise nutrition with 'nose to tail' eating. She also recaps on her recent Facebook and Instagram Q&A and shares a poem dedicated to HRT. You can find the show notes at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-10-january/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: New Year's resolutions, Veganuary and vitamin B12
January 03, 2020 10:44 - 16 minutes - 7.34 MBLiz 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 tuned for advice about an essential vitamin to keep an eye on. Find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-3-january/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kefir and gut health with Julie Smolyansky
January 01, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MBKefir 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 discuss the health benefits of kefir and why it's so good for our gut. She also reveals why dairy-free kefir options aren't all that they seem and ideas for how we can all incorporate more kefir into our cooking. You can find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in the episode at https://lizearlewellbeing.com/kefir-with-julie-smolyansky/...
Friday Five: How to avoid a hangover and the benefits of laughter
December 27, 2019 10:14 - 14 minutes - 6.5 MBLiz 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 with all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-27-december/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fighting modern day slavery with Julia Immonen
December 26, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MBJulia Immonen, Head of Partnerships at anti-slavery charity, Justice and Care, broke records when she rowed across the Atlantic in 2011. Together with her all-female team, Julia shone the spotlight on modern-day slavery and rowed for freedom. Some eight years on, she continues to fight against slavery both in the UK and internationally. She joins Liz to explain her ongoing work and reveals how you can join the fight against modern-day slavery too. You can find the show notes with all the reso...
Friday Five: Feel good during the festive season
December 20, 2019 10:25 - 14 minutes - 6.48 MBThe 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 seasonal stresses, to finding the best last-minute recipes, Liz’s ideas will see you through to the New Year. Plus she’ll also shed light on a fascinating new study reviewing the effects of screen-time on our sleep. You can find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in this episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-20-december/ Hos...
Incontinence, menopause and pregnancy with Elaine Miller (aka Gusset Grippers)
December 19, 2019 12:17 - 40 minutes - 91.6 MBLiz sat down with physiotherapist turned stand-up comedian Elaine Miller who's award-winning show Gusset Grippers is breaking taboos surrounding incontinence. Tune in to hear how you can help your pelvic floor recover from pregnancy and get advice on looking after your vagina during the menopause. This podcast series is sponsored by Pelviva. You can find the show notes and all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/menopause-pregnancy-and-incontinence-with-elaine-mill...
Friday Five: Health benefits of gold, frankincense and myrrh
December 13, 2019 09:54 - 11 minutes - 26.1 MBLiz 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 hidden nasties in processed mince pies. You can find the show notes will all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-13th-december/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wine 101 with Matthew Jukes
December 11, 2019 12:26 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBLiz invited renowned wine writer Matthew Jukes onto the podcast to hear his advice on decoding complicated wine labels and his top supermarket picks (one is just £5.99!). You can find the show notes with links to all the resources and wines mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/s6e7-wine-101-with-matthew-jukes/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: Do we really need vaginal hygeine products?
December 06, 2019 10:22 - 15 minutes - 6.91 MBLiz delves into our makeup bags to reveal the killer superbugs lurking within, exposes the unnecessary vaginal hygiene products trying to make their way into our beauty regime and reveals how brushing our teeth could be linked to heart health. You can find the show notes with links to all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-6-december/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stay mentally fit with Dr Vanessa Moulton
December 04, 2019 11:58 - 58 minutes - 27 MBDr Vanessa Moulton is a Chartered Psychologist passionate about helping us embrace a flexible approach to the way we think, behave and interact with others so we can enjoy peak performance and mental health on a daily basis. She joins Liz to share simple strategies we can use to improve our psychological fitness, much like how we train to improve our physical fitness. By embracing flexible thinking, she says, we can better manage stress and experience more self-compassion and improved mental...
Friday Five: A sourdough scandal and HRT shortages
November 29, 2019 11:35 - 13 minutes - 6.33 MBLiz finally has some good news to share about the ongoing HRT shortage and reveals the scandal that has hit sourdough. She also explains why good intentions surrounding the plastic bag have turned into a bit of a fiasco. You can find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in this episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/friday-five-29-november/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Omega-3 and brain health with Dr Simon Dyall
November 27, 2019 11:49 - 47 minutes - 108 MBDr 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. He shares the latest trailblazing research and what we can all do to up our intake. You can find the show notes with all of the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/omega-3-brain-health/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Five: 22nd November
November 22, 2019 10:59Liz discusses the health benefits of cold water therapy, explains which tipples are more likely to cause a hangover and reveals some very exciting Black Friday deals. The post Friday Five: 22nd November appeared first on Liz Earle Wellbeing.
Friday Five: Cold water therapy and hangover-free drinks
November 22, 2019 10:59 - 13 minutes - 6.4 MBLiz 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/privacy for more information.
S6E4: Nutrition and menopause with Emma Ellice-Flint
November 20, 2019 11:46Former chef turned Clinical Nutritionist Emma Ellice-Flint joins Liz to discuss the role nutrition plays in women's health through menopause and beyond. The post S6E4: Nutrition and menopause with Emma Ellice-Flint appeared first on Liz Earle Wellbeing.
Nutrition and menopause with Emma Ellice-Flint
November 20, 2019 11:46 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBFormer chef turned Clinical Nutritionist Emma Ellice-Flint joins Liz to share the role nutrition plays in women’s health through menopause and beyond. She explains how diet can influence our estrogen levels, what we should be eating for good bone health and her thoughts on intermittent fasting. You can find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/nutrition-and-menopause-emma-ellice-flint/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.