Liz Earle MBE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
When it comes to ageing, we’re bold, brave and focusing on the many positives of ageing well. There’s just so much to celebrate about life, especially when we look and feel our best. So we’re honing in on the many ways to improve our wellbeing. Sleep is vitally important when it comes to ageing well, which is why we’ve included a helpful, in-depth sleep plan, together with a fascinating article on mouth taping. Something I’m going to try – and not just for snoring…
I’m so encouraged by our feature about fitness in older age – right the way up to 100 years old (and beyond), including a beginner’s guide to our VO2 max. Bodywise, we have a specific spotlight on shoulder pain and leaky gut, both common ailments that can be sorted with the right care, as well as an important update on how to spot the early warning signs of many common cancers.
One of my favourite recent episodes of my Liz Earle Wellbeing Show podcast was with Mary Biles, a passionate advocate on the health benefits of CBD. Her article is a must-read if you’re intrigued to try. Other wellness-worthy new ideas include MCT oil, one of my own daily dietary additions now, and don’t miss our guide to maximising micronutrients, as well as a review of important fat facts, too. I also really enjoyed learning more about microgreens and will get growing on my windowsill, ready for summer salads.
For more food inspiration, there are some brilliant high-protein brunch ideas. I’m loving the lemon, ricotta and poppy seed pancakes, along with the scrambled tofu with almond and watercress pesto, served on a slice of sourdough. Simply sensational! I’m also a fan of fennel, and love our four delicious ways with fennel dishes. Nutritious and delicious.
When it comes to beauty, who knew Botox could be for the hair? And there’s an update on skin-smoothing retinoid, as well as ways to get more from our makeup. On the emotional front, there’s advice on how to avoid feeling ‘blah’ and brilliant tips from therapist James Earl on managing anger. Oh, and the gorgeous Tess Daly shares her secrets for a better ‘second-hal
