WEIGHTLOSS JABS: What does the science really say?

Baroness Lola Young was handed to a stranger at just eight weeks old. She grew up in care homes, battled racism, rejection and loneliness and despite it all, ended up in the House of Lords.Lola opens up about feeling unloved as a child, reading the care files that changed her life forever, surviving trauma, and how she became one of Britain’s most respected voices on modern slavery.She doesn’t look her age at 75, but has all of the stress she’s endured throughout her extraordinary life aged her faster?Content Warning : This episode features issues of trauma, race and assault.#katherineryan #whatsmyageagain #podcast-Senior Podcast Producer - Molly CarterSenior Video Producer - Elena CottonCamera Operator - Alex ThompsonSocial Media Producer - Adeola OladejiProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsGraphic Designer - Ben WatkinsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave-New episodes every Tuesday.Follow us on social:www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_podwww.tiktok.com/@whatsmyageagain_podIf you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to https://glycanage.com T&Cs apply.New episodes every Tuesday.

We’re shining a light on light itself: how natural daylight, vitamin D, and different light spectrums affect your sleep, your mood, your energy, and yes, how quickly you age.Dr Nichola explains the science behind why your body is designed to run on a cycle, how the sun impacts your internal clock, and what happens when artificial light, shift work, and screens throw that rhythm off balance.She also explores the evidence behind light lamps and red light therapy, plus suggests some simple steps you can take to support your biology from the inside out.Producer – Mick CoyleSound Designer – James StoddProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat Moran

Never one to slow down, Tim Campbell joins us to prove that rest is… optional.Entrepreneur, MBE, OG Apprentice winner, “Torso of the Week” and host of brand new podcast reWORKING , Tim has built a life powered by pressure, purpose, and the occasional family-sized bag of crisps.But when you’re running on five hours’ sleep, juggling a million ideas, and refusing to sit still… something has to give. So has his health been quietly keeping score?From heading back to the boardroom immediately after life saving surgery, to chasing success like it might disappear if he blinks, Tim opens up about the mindset that won’t let him stop… even when his wife is begging him to.Now approaching 49, he admits he’s doing “too much”… but calls it a privilege.So what’s the damage?Is never switching off actually a flex… or a problem?And can three packets of crisps a day really be part of a longevity plan?Time to find out what his biological age really thinks…#katherineryan #whatsmyageagain #podcast-Senior Podcast Producer - Molly CarterSenior Video Producer - Elena CottonCamera Operator - Alex ThompsonSocial Media Producer - Adeola OladejiProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsGraphic Designer - Ben WatkinsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave-New episodes every Tuesday.Follow us on social:www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_podwww.tiktok.com/@whatsmyageagain_podIf you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to https://glycanage.com T&Cs apply.New episodes every Tuesday.

In this episode we’re digging deeper into the science behind something we're all talking about: Weightloss jabs.They’re an issue that came up when Vanessa Feltz visited the What’s My Age Again sofas, and they're the biggest health topic on the planet, but what do they really do to our bodies beyond the scales? And what’s the link between injections, health and your biological age?Inflammation, muscle strength and long-term wellbeing are all on the agenda too in this science packed episode of Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion.Producer: Mick CoyleSound Designer: James StoddProduction Manager: Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer: Finn RyanHead of Production: Cat Moran

Never one to hold back, Vanessa Feltz joins us to prove that honesty really is her cardio.Broadcaster, national treasure, and unapologetic romantic, she’s spent decades talking about everything we’re usually far too polite (or British) to admit... bad sex, worse men, and the crushing boredom of being single.But when your life has been this loud, this turbulent, and this publicly dissected… something has to give. So has her health been quietly keeping score?From being labelled “fat” then “gaunt” (cheers, tabloids), to staying in relationships she knew were doomed just to avoid an empty house, Vanessa doesn’t hold back.Now 64, she insists she still feels 14, full of hormones, hope, and the occasional questionable decision…But is her body playing along?Is a bit of drama actually good for you?Is arguing better than silence?And is the real secret to happiness just having someone, ANYONE, to point at a fox in the garden with?Time to find out what her biological age really thinks… #katherineryan #whatsmyageagain #podcast-Senior Podcast Producer - Molly CarterSenior Video Producer - Elena CottonCamera Operator - Alex ThompsonSocial Media Producer - Adeola OladejiProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsGraphic Designer - Ben WatkinsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave #whatsmyageagain #podcast #katherineryan -New episodes every Tuesday.Follow us on social:www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_podwww.tiktok.com/@whatsmyageagain_podIf you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to https://glycanage.com T&Cs apply.New episodes every Tuesday.

In this bonus episode, Dr Nichola Conlon takes a deep dive into one of the MOST OVERLOOKED pillars of healthy aging: water.What do we need to know about H2O?Dr Nichola breaks down the science behind how hydration supports everything from brain function and digestion to skin health, energy, and immune support.How much water do we really need? Does herbal tea count? What about hydration tablets?She answers your questions plus she’ll share her Quick Fix tips for making hydration part of your daily routine.Producer – Mick CoyleSound Designer – James StoddProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat Moran

Ever one to smash the glass ceiling, Laura Whitmore joins us to prove you really can do it all. She’s a podcaster, filmmaker, actor, and mum, just to name a few! But when life becomes a constant balancing act, something has to give… so has her health taken the hit?From the chaos of noughties fame with MTV parties, tabloid headlines, and life in the spotlight, Laura reflects on her rapid rise and the reason she now guards her privacy so fiercely.Now in her forties, she’s all about boundaries. But are they strong enough to actually slow down her biological clock?Is fighting with your partner the key to eternal youth?Time to find out if the luck of the Irish shows up in her results…Follow us over at @whatsmyageagain_pod - or email us at [email protected] Content Producer - Elena CottonStudio Producer - Molly CarterCamera Operator - Alex ThompsonSocial Media Producer - Adeola OladejiProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave #whatsmyageagain #podcast #katherineryan New episodes every Tuesday.Follow us on social:www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_podwww.tiktok.com/@whatsmyageagain_podIf you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to https://glycanage.com  T&Cs apply.#katherineryan #whatsmyageagain #podcast

Electrolytes are everywhere right now, in powders, drinks, and all over social media — but do you actually need them?In this episode of Dr Nicola’s Second Opinion, Dr Nic breaks down the science, explaining what they are, how they support your body, and when supplements can actually be useful.She also answers your questions about post-workout hydration, sweating in hot weather, and what you should look for in an electrolyte product.Plus, Dr Nic shares simple advice on when water and a balanced diet are enough on their own, and when it might make sense to reach for extra support.Producer – Mick CoyleSound Designer – James StoddProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat Moran

Calm, capable, always coping… Joanna Page has spent a lifetime holding it all together.The Gavin & Stacey star sits down with us to find out whether years of saying “yes”, being nice, raising four children and running on empty have kept her young… or quietly taken a toll.She chats how raising children, traumatic births and 12 years of breastfeeding led to sugar addiction, sleep deprivation and NEVER putting herself first. And we unpack the reality behind being the “nice one”, the pressure of being everything to everyone, and the moment she finally said no.Now at 48, she opens up about navigating menopause, her experience with HRT, and how it’s forced her to finally start prioritising her own health.But after decades of resilience… what does her body actually reveal? And is it too late to undo the damage that’s done?Follow us over at @whatsmyageagain_pod - or email us at [email protected] Podcast Producer - Molly CarterSenior Video Producer - Elena CottonCamera Operator - Alex ThompsonSocial Media Producer - Adeola OladejiProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsGraphic Designer - Ben WatkinsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave #whatsmyageagain #podcast #katherineryan -New episodes every Tuesday.Follow us on social:www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_podwww.tiktok.com/@whatsmyageagain_podIf you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to https://glycanage.com T&Cs apply.

In this bonus episode of Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion, What’s My Age Again’s resident scientist Dr Nicola Conlon cuts through the noise around protein.From powders and shakes to plant-based sources, she explains what protein actually does in the body, how much you REALLY need in your diet, and why balance sometimes matters more than just hype.She’ll also answer your questions on vegan alternatives, muscle health, and menopause, as well as sharing her simple “Quick Fix” tips for making smarter protein choices.Producer – Mick CoyleSound Designer – James StoddProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat Moran