This week, Liz dives into red light therapy, functional mushrooms, when to begin HRT, and fish oils for heart health.

From red light face masks to panels, Liz shares all on the effectiveness of red light therapy and its many touted benefits, and takes a look at lion’s mane mushrooms for Heather.

Liz also advises perimenopausal Suzanne on the best time to start HRT, and covers fish oils and heart health for Bridget.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Sunlighten - save 10% with LIZLOVES – Liz is a Sunlighten ambassador, learn more about why she loves the brand here. 
• Ancient + Brave Collagen - save 20% with LIZLOVES
• Is your thyroid to blame for weight gain? - with Dr Amie Hornaman
• Bristol Fungarium lions mane tincture - save 15% with LIZLOVES
• Reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, with Patrick Holford
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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How much attention do you pay to your oral health? Functional dentist Dr Victoria Sampson joins Liz on this episode to reveal why changing how we care for our teeth and gums can have a huge impact on our long-term health.

Victoria and Liz discuss the chronic health conditions that gum disease increases the risk of - including Alzheimer’s, cancers, and diabetes - and the key signs of a poor oral microbiome.

They also cover how menopause impacts the mouth, simple daily strategies that can improve your oral health (including how to floss properly!), and whether we should avoid fluoride in our dental care products.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Food for the Brain
• Dr Victoria Sampson's Instagram
• SuperTeeth Prebiotic Soft Floss - save 15% through our link
• Oral B IO electric toothbrush
• BioMin toothpaste
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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Liz takes on your questions on butter versus margarine spreads, managing inflammation in perimenopause, and how we can help our partners' low testosterone levels.

Inside this episode, Marion asks whether butter is better for our health, and Liz gives advice to Hailey on what can be done about her husband's low testosterone levels.

And Liz helps Lucy manage lesser-known perimenopause symptoms and reveals her top advice to get inflammation under control.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• The Naked Pharmacy Ashwadisiac for Women - save 20% with LIZLOVES
• BioCare Butyric Acid - save 15% with LIZLOVES25
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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Are you scared of using weights in your workouts? Firefighter turned osteopath David Vaux joins Liz on this podcast to reveal how to get started with strength training in midlife to put a spring back into your step.

David and Liz discuss why weight training should be a non-negotiable, top exercises to build strength and avoid frailty, plus why it's never too late to get stronger in midlife.

The episode also covers slow twitch versus fast twitch fibres, the surprising consequence of not prioritising sleep in midlife, and how best to deal with pain.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Stronger: How to Build Strength by David Vaux
• Stronger Consulting website
• Minimal loading YouTube video
• The foundational 10 YouTube video
• Why strong bones save lives, with Kate Muir
• Grip Like a Gorilla book
• What chronic illness taught me, with Lily Earle
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Email us your questions at [email protected]  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show

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Liz dives into your questions on collagen supplements, HRT in later life and brain tumour risk, and alleviating arthritis symptoms.

Polly asks how she can find an effective collagen supplement and what benefits she can expect, and Liz shares her thoughts on taking HRT in later life for Nas.

Liz also advises Carol on better managing her arthritis in midlife.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Ancient + Brave True Collagen - save 20% with LIZLOVES
• Ingenious Collagen+ - save 15% with LIZLOVES
• Wild Nutrition Organic TurmaForte Turmeric - save 15% with LIZLOVES
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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How do we get enough protein without compromising on fibre? GP and The Doctor’s Kitchen founder Dr Rupy Aujla joins Liz to reveal how we can hit both our protein and fibre goals in midlife.

Liz and Rupy discuss both the quality and quantities of protein you really need to support health and longevity, and the many roles of this macronutrient in the body.

Rupy also shares the best types of protein out there, the differences between animal-derived and plant-based, and reveals why protein powders aren't all created equal.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Follow Dr Rupy Aujla on Instagram
• Visit the Doctor's Kitchen website
• Order Healthy High Protein by Dr Rupy Aujla
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Email us your questions at [email protected]  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number - 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show

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This week, Liz is back answering your questions on menopause and cardiovascular disease, sleep, and oxalates.

Liz dives into Alison's question on menopause, cardiovascular disease and HRT, and reveals her top tips for getting a good night's sleep for Louise.

And she also covers whether we should be avoiding oxalates for Pat.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Balance Menopause app 
• Ocushield - save 20% with LIZLOVES
• Lifecode GX
• Zoe test
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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Is it time to hit the refresh button on the way we think about sleep? Psychotherapist Heather Darwall-Smith joins Liz on this podcast to reveal the secrets to getting a good night's sleep.

Heather shares why sleep apps and trackers can be counterintuitive, the small daily habits that can transform our slumber, and how we can properly achieve rest.

They also discuss how neurodivergence may impact sleep as well as our hormones, plus the importance of morning sunlight.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Follow Heather Darwall-Smith on Instagram
• Visit Heather's website
• Buy How to Be Awake book
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Email us your questions at [email protected]  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show

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Liz is tackling your questions on shifting belly fat in midlife, CBD oil for period pain, and managing perimenopause.

Liz reveals whether CBD can be beneficial for period pain for Bee (and other helpful strategies to deal with PMS symptoms) plus answers Lisa's question on whether she should be calorie counting and following a low fat diet for better weight management in midlife.

And she also shares Angela advice to help her relieve her perimenopause symptoms.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Grass & Co CBD
• The pill, HRT and medical gaslighting, with Kate Muir
• The midlife muscle crisis, with Dr Gabrielle Lyon
• ARTAH Metabolic Fix with Berberine - save 15% with LIZLOVES
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle

Have a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the show

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How old do you feel, as opposed to how old you really are? Personal trainer Jacqueline Hooton joins Liz on this podcast to reveal how to embrace your ageing body by keeping as active as possible.

Liz and Jacqueline discuss how to design a sustainable fitness routine in midlife for bone and cardiovascular health, mobility and balance, plus why we should put more focus on ageing well than appearance when it comes to exercise.

They also share advice on feeling confident in whatever we wear, exercises we need to do for health span, and how to have fun with exercise.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Her Garden Gym Instagram
• Strong by Jacqueline Hooton
• A Better Second Half by Liz Earle
• Email us your questions at [email protected]  or leave a voicemail, text, WhatsApp message or WhatsApp voicenote our number – 07518 471846 for the chance to be featured on the show

Please note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy.

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