The Midlife Shift with Alex Brooks
Hello midlife – we've made it! And no, we haven’t faded into the background—in fact, we’re more vibrant, curious and louder than ever. Just ask Alex Brooks! Alex has launched a delightful new podcast, just for us. Each episode, she’ll dive into joyful, thought-provoking chats with inspiring guests who are ready to share their wisdom (and a belly laugh or 2) to help us live our best life beyond 50.
The Midlife Shift with Alex Brooks
#2: Longevity myths and anti-ageing hacks with Dr Natasha Cook
What's the real science behind ageing, longevity and keeping your skin looking good for longer?
In Alex's eye-opening interview with board-certified dermatologist Dr Natasha Cook you'll learn the science behind the right supplements and nutrition to live better for longer - as well as what your bottom reveals about your true skin age 😳.
From understanding epigenetics and cellular senescence to debunking anti-ageing myths, Dr Cook unpacks the truth about what works to improve your healthspan so your biological age differs from your ‘time on planet’ years.
Learn how time-restricted eating, antioxidants, and lifestyle changes can help you age gracefully without wasting money on overpriced supplements or trendy skincare fads.
Dr Cook then dives into the power of epigenetics, explaining how 80% of your ageing is controllable through daily choices like diet, exercise, and sun protection... plus, we talk spermicine, snail's mucus and the importance of flossing.
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Citro is here to help
- A CITRO GUIDE: 10 lifestyle swaps for longevity
- 10 surprising habits that could be ageing you prematurely
- Delaying menopause to increase longevity
- Is it too late to start botox when you're already over 50?
- 5 ways lasers and dermatologists can reverse skin ageing
- 4 pillars for optimal skin health as we get older
Further reading on the issues we touched on in this episode
- Epigenetics: A new bridge between nutrition and health
- Why your face ages and what you can do
- "Turkey neck" surgery (platysmaplasty)
- Does cellular senescence hold secrets for healthier ageing?
- Can intermittent fasting improve health?
- Collagen supplements: The secret to perfect skin, or marketing hype?
- 4 benefits of olive oil for the face
- Spermidine and skin health
