Season 3, Episode 8 · What's My Age Again?
HYDRATION: Am I drinking enough water?
7 May 2026 · 11 min
Episode notes
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 Coyle Sound Designer – James Stodd Production Manager - Sarah…
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What's My Age Again?
Bauer Media · Comedy · English
Welcome to What’s My Age Again – The Only Podcast That Takes Your Blood! …and uses it to determine how old your body really is. Katherine Ryan takes a forensic look into her celebrity guests' lifestyle, relationships, medical history, mental health and anti-ageing rituals (or lack of) before reveal
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