Liz Earle Wellbeing

18/02/2025

Eating fibre may not sound all that exciting. But, it’s essential for our health and wellbeing; fibre can keep the pounds off and even boost our mood...

18/02/2025

Try these five home pilates moves for strong and shapely arms in midlife - no reformer machine needed! 💪⁠
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These moves, demoed here by the fabulous .barrebody⁠, will help to tone and strengthen your arms using just a resistance band/theraband.⁠
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1️⃣ Move 1: Bicep Curls - targets biceps, forearm stabilisers, and posture muscles.⁠
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Kneel with the Theraband anchored under your knees.⁠
Hold the ends of the band with palms facing up.⁠
Bend your elbows to curl the band toward your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.⁠
Slowly lower down.⁠
Repeat 20 times.⁠
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2️⃣ Move 2: Tricep Press - targets triceps, rear deltoids, and upper back.⁠
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Kneel anchoring the Theraband under your knees.⁠
Hold the ends with palms facing inward. Arms along the body.⁠
Extend your arms straight back, squeezing your triceps.⁠
Slowly return to the starting position.⁠
Repeat 20 times.⁠
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3️⃣ Move 3: Arm Circles - targets shoulders, chest, and upper back.⁠
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Kneel with the band behind your back.⁠
Hold the ends with arms extended to the side at shoulder height.⁠
Move your arms in 12 controlled circles, maintaining tension in the band.⁠
Reverse the direction for 12 more.⁠
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4️⃣ Move 4: Chest Expansion - targets upper back, chest, and rear shoulders.⁠
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Sit with the band held with both hands at chest level.⁠
Pull the band straight back as you open your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.⁠
Return with control.⁠
Repeat 10 times.⁠
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5️⃣ Move 5: Hug-a-Tree - targets chest, shoulders, and upper arms.⁠
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Stand with the Theraband held between your hands, arms extended in front of you at shoulder height.⁠
Open your arms wide like you’re hugging a tree, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.⁠
Slowly return to the start.⁠
Repeat 20 times.⁠
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Let us know how you get on and make sure to save this routine to come back to! ❤️

18/02/2025

Things you'll always find in Liz's bathroom cupboards 👀⁠
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🤎 Moustache dye - Liz uses this to tint her eyebrows, as she finds it's cheaper than women's eyebrow dye, getting you more for your money. Remember to do a patch test before using!⁠
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🛁 Magnesium salts - to help to soothe any tired muscles at bath time.⁠
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🦵Dry body brush - helps to slough away dead skin cells and boost circulation so your skin glows.⁠
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🫧 Muslin cloths - Liz uses with her cleanser to remove makeup and lightly buff the skin.⁠
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👅 Tongue scraper - an ancient Ayurverdic technique to remove the build up on your tongue (especially useful in the morning!).⁠
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👁️ Eyelash curler - to curl lashes for a wider, brighter look.⁠
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What are your bathroom and beauty essentials?

17/02/2025

Liz’s high-protein smoothie is a delicious way to start the day, and uses up any overripe bananas lingering in the kitchen 🍌

16/02/2025

With Arla Food recently announcing the trial of a new additive in cow feed to reduce methane emissions, there’s been concern as to whether it can get into dairy products and affect our health.

Here's everything we know so far.

15/02/2025

With one in 11 people over the age of 65 currently suffering from dementia in the UK, many of us may be looking for ways to help reduce our risk of Alzheimer’s.

15/02/2025

What's your go-to dinner when you're short on time?

Our one-pot goat’s cheese pasta recipe is perfect for when you’re in need of a quick, simple yet satisfying meal.

14/02/2025

Midlife and menopause often bring a wave of changes, including sleep struggles, increased anxiety, and muscle loss.

Unsurprisingly, this time of life is also linked with weight gain as our metabolism starts to slow down.

13/02/2025

What’s your favourite thing to enjoy for brunch?

Our all-day breakfast tray bake is a tasty treat to give you energy for the day.

Plus, packed with prebiotic asparagus, parasite-fighting oregano, healthy-fat-filled olive oil and a slice of sourdough, it’s a boost for your gut health too.

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

Romantic films would have us believe that living ‘happily ever after’ is all hearts and flowers, but it’s often easier said than done...

11/02/2025

There are five main types – ovarian, cervical, womb, vaginal and vulval ❤

10/02/2025

In need of a healthy yet delicious post-workout snack? Look no further than our scrumptious recipe here for banana, peanut butter and oat cookies.

10/02/2025

Five simple morning midlife habits Liz Earle swears by ⁠- that take just a few minutes ❤️⁠
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🏃‍♀️ Find time for movement - even when time is tight, Liz will always do a simple fitness regime, usually in her bedroom, often still in her pyjamas.⁠ Movement ensures we stay strong and mobile with age.⁠
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🫶 Make gratitude your first thought - Upon waking, Liz says she always makes a positive thought of gratitude. Practising gratitude can teach us a lot about how we feel about life. Whatever our circumstances, we all have something to feel grateful for, no matter how big or small.⁠
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👄 Use a tongue scraper - an ancient Ayurvedic technique, a tongue scraper helps to remove the layer or white fuzz that builds up on our tongues overnight.⁠
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💧 Rehydrate with electrolytes - the morning is an especially good time to replace our electrolytes as we dehydrate as we sleep. Choose an electrolyte supplement or make your own electrolyte drink by adding a pinch of rock, Celtic or pink Himalayan salt, and a squeeze of lemon or lime to a large glass of water.⁠
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🧘‍♀️ Take some deep breaths outside - once up and out, Liz likes to head into nature to get some fresh air into her lungs.⁠
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What does your morning routine look like? Have you tried any of these healthy habits - and how did they make you feel?

09/02/2025

Barefoot footwear brands seem to be cropping up everywhere at the moment, and there’s been a lot of chat about the benefits of switching to these types of shoes for our long-term health.

But, with some pairs costing upwards of £100, are they really worth the investment?

08/02/2025

An inside-out approach is key for helping us to get our glow on ✨

06/02/2025

This seedy loaf recipe is as nutritious as it is sustaining.

Full of protein and high-fibre carbs, it’s a delicious snack that is perfect for refuelling, especially after an active morning or a tough workout 😍