Hack your hydration for better energy and longevity

Age Better with Liz Earle

May 11, 2026 ∙ 35 mins
Episode 41

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What if you could supercharge your water to improve gut health, clear brain fog and increase your energy? Liz talks about fascinating new longevity research into structured water – what is it, and how is it better for us?


Plus: natural remedies to boost low mood in midlife, tips for improving bone health, whether broken sleep still counts, and a guide to peptides and their safety.


In this episode:

·     What is structured water and what are the health benefits?

·     Improving bone health with diet and exercise

·     Explaining peptides and how safe they are

·     Natural remedies to lift a low mood

·     Does broken sleep count towards the recommended amount?


Links mentioned in the episode:

·     Sleep Cycle app

·     Balance Menopause app

·     The Naked Pharmacy Saffrosun Calm

·     Podcast with Professor Matthew Walker on longevity and sleep


Get in touch with a question for Liz:

·     Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com

·     WhatsApp: 07518 471 846


More from Liz:

·     Order Liz's new book – How to Age

·     A Better Second Half

·     Follow Liz on Instagram

·     Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram


Host: Liz Earle

Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)

Social Media Manager: Naomi van Geelen

Content Writer: Lucy Parley

Head of Brand: Ellie Smith


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Age Better with Liz Earle

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41

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May 11, 2026

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35 mins
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