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Understanding Midlife Hormones, Love, Sex & Relationships with Dr John Gray
He’s back by popular demand! We’re thrilled to welcome back Dr John Gray, the renowned author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, to the show. According to USA Today, Men Are from Mars is one of the
The Happy Hormones Bath
It’s bath time! Splish splash. Stress + bath = de-stress = equals happy hormones. When it’s the cooler season indulging in a soak in a warm bath is not only therapeutic, it’s a sleep enhancer and feel-good exercise too. Add
Why Do Anxiety & Depression Happen At Menopause? Learn What You Can Do
We asked biochemist, Peter Lehrke, for the lowdown on anxiety and why it’s such a prevalent ‘thing’ during the meno years. The psychological signs of menopause It seems the main physical signs of menopause such as hot flushes, sweats, irregular
True Story: The Pain Of Menopause Musculoskeletal Syndrome
Pain during menopause is one of the most unrecognised signs of the meno years. But, the good news is it’s now been identified as menopause musculoskeletal syndrome. Now that’s what we call moving forward because women will be able to
Lose Weight With the 80/20 Rule – 80% Food, 20% Movement
“I just have to look at food and I put on weight.” We hear this all the time! Indeed, we’ve learned that one of your biggest pain points on the menopausal journey is weight gain. In particular menopausal belly fat
Hot Flushes: Discover The How, The Why and 6 Easy Ways To Manage Them
When you think of menopause, do you also think of hot flushes? Most people do! While the signs of menopause go well beyond out-of-control body temperature, if you’re experiencing hot flushes, summer is the time of the year when they
How Will Post-Menopause Change My Life?
How will post-menopause change your life? We’re so glad you asked. Because post-menopause leads to several physiological changes and there are some health factors it’s smart to be mindful of. But first? The basics. What does post-menopause mean? Post-menopause is
What Happens to Your Body During Menopause?
When we published 3 Signs That Point To You Being In Perimenopause, so many people read it we realised you’re starved of information. We get it. We totally do, and I definitely do, because that’s where I was. These days,
5 Natural Menopause Remedies You Can Try at Home
Are there menopause remedies that you can concoct in the comfort of your own home? Absolutely. In fact, several natural remedies may help ease menopause symptoms. So – happy days! The key to effective DIY menopause remedies is arming yourself
Why Interval Training Is The Best Form Of (Cardio) Exercise For Menopause
This is an extra-special piece about exercise in menopause or, more specifically, interval training and menopause. We’ve garnered wisdom from Dr Stacy Sims books; Dr Sims describes herself as a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist. And there’s no
How To Sleep Better: 7 Proven Tips For More Energy and Weight Loss In Midlife
Sleep can feel like the holy grail once you hit perimenopause. And if you don’t find ways to navigate the disruptions, sleep struggles can persist through menopause and even into post-menopause. The truth is, for some women, sleeplessness starts after menopause as
7 Reasons Strength Training Is Vital For Women In Midlife
Strength training. You’ve probably heard lots of advice about the benefits for women in midlife and it’s for good reason. Prevention is always better than cure, particularly in peri- and post-menopause. This exercise – aka resistance training – can make