Have you tried fasting before? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz chats to Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de Toledo, head of research and medicine at the Buchinger Wilhelmi wellness clinics, to take a deep dive into the world of fasting.

Françoise shares the history behind the renowned clinics, the benefits this practice can have for our health and what the research says. Liz and Françoise cover who fasting may or may not be suited to and how you can safely try at home, if you would like to.

Liz also shares her own personal experience of fasting and her time spent at the Buchinger Wilhelmi clinic in Lake Constance, Germany.

Please note, this episode contains discussion of disordered eating.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Learn more about the Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics
• Visit the Buchinger Wilhelmic clinic YouTube
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Do you regularly enjoy the great outdoors? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show podcast, Liz chats to radio presenter, former senior BBC executive, and podcaster Matthew Bannister about how music and nature can benefit our wellbeing.

Matthew reveals how his own podcast, Folk on Foot, came to fruition and the favourite places he's visited along the way, plus shares recent research into how birdsong may be able to lift our spirits. Liz and Matthew chat about the therapeutic powers of music, and also discuss Matthew's career in radio.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Visit the Folk on Foot podcast website
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Do you argue with your partner? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by couple therapist and former divorce lawyer Joanna Harrison to hear the arguments that all couples need to have. Joanna reveals why conflict isn’t always a sign that something is wrong in a relationship, and how instead it can be an opportunity for wellbeing and growth.

Liz and Joanna also chat through differences in communication styles, how to get to the root cause of an argument, and why the washing up matters.

 Links mentioned in the episode:

• Visit Joanna Harrison's website
• Purchase Five Arguments All Couples (Need To) Have: And Why the Washing-Up Matters here
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Do you count your calories? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by Dr Giles Yeo to learn why it might be time to stop focussing so much on calorie intake. Dr Giles shares the history behind these little numbers, and why all calories aren’t exactly equal. Liz and Dr Giles also discuss ultra-processed foods, how to make smarter food choices, and the importance of eating protein.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Follow Dr Giles Yeo on Instagram
• Purchase Why Calories Don't Count by Dr Giles Yeo here
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Are you setting any resolutions for 2023? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by Dr Michael Mosley to discuss how small, daily changes can have a big impact on our health.

Michael shares advice on how we can build good habits and make them stick (especially helpful with the New Year coming up), and why we should aim small when setting resolutions. 

Liz also reveals the morning rituals that have improved her mood, sleep and wellbeing.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Visit Michael's website here
• Purchase Just One Thing book here
• Listen to the Just One Thing podcast here
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Do you track your menopause symptoms? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by GP and familiar face Dr Hilary Jones, who she first met on the sofas of daytime television.

The pair chat about Dr Hilary’s recent venture into the world of novels, covering medicine history through different wars and pandemics. Liz and Dr Hilary discuss the current state of the NHS and the issues the service faces.

Dr Hilary also shares how he was able to help TV presenter Lorraine Kelly with the menopause, how tracking symptoms can help fast track conversations with your GP, and his non-negotiables for health.

 Links mentioned in the episode:

• Purchase Dr Hilary Jones’ book, Frontline 
• Purchase Dr Hilary Jones' book, Eye of the Storm
• Learn more about FourteenFish's Confidence In Menopause course
• Visit the Menopause Charity here
• Download the Balance Menopause app here
• Follow Dr Hilary on Instagram
• Sign up to our FREE newsletter
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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Newly single or faced with staying or leaving your relationship? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by psychotherapist Lucy Beresford to chat about dating after divorce and whether infidelity is always a dealbreaker.

Lucy reveals why we should put a more positive spin on ‘failed’ relationships, and how the five-minute rule can improve our communication skills with our partners (past and present). Liz also gets candid about her experience of marriage and divorce.

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Do you struggle to manage negative thoughts? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by manifestation coach Poppy Delbridge to learn all about rapid tapping - an easy and free way of interrupting negative thought patterns and habits.

Poppy reveals how this method can help us tap into our true potential and shares how you can try tapping at home with a live session with Liz. 

The episode also dives into the research behind tapping for anxiety, stress, cravings and more.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Follow Poppy on Instagram

Buy Poppy’s book, Tapping In: Manifest the life you want with the transformative power of tapping

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Has your relationship with work changed as you’ve gotten older? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by author, journalist and podcaster Anniki Sommerville to chat about how we can achieve a true work-life balance to bring us happiness and satisfaction.

Liz and Anniki share simple strategies to deal with stress, burnout and overwhelm, take a look at how ageing can change our relationship with work, and learn how to set boundaries - especially in the workplace.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Follow Anniki on Instagram

Purchase The Big Quit

Listen to How To Be A Boss At Ageing podcast

Listen to our fashion psychology podcast with Shakaila Forbes-Bell

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How many different plant foods have you eaten this week? On this episode of The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show, Liz is joined by medical scientist and nutritionist Dr Federica Amati to chat about how food can support you through the menopause.

Liz and Federica discuss the impact that the menopause has on our metabolic health and the gut microbiome, and why we may experience sugar cravings during this often trying transition.

Federica shares how increasing the number of plants in your diet may reduce the menopause symptoms you experience, and protect your future health. Plus, the episode covers why we should all aim to eat at least 30 different plants every week, and why we need to be mindful of ultra-processed foods.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Follow Dr Federica on Instagram
• Learn more about the results of the ZOE PREDICT study
• Purchase Food for Life: The New Science of Eating Well
• Sign up to our FREE newsletter
• Subscribe to Liz Earle Wellbeing Magazine

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