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Kirsty and Mona discuss 'what is menopause', what are the natural solutions available, and why did Kirsty create The Menopause Collection?
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#23 The Power of Berberine for Weight Management
Join Kirsty Strowger and Mona Hecke for the second episode of season two! What is Berberine, and can it really help with weight loss? Why is it being compared to Ozempic? How effective is intermittent fasting when combined with Berberine? And why is Kirsty making strange noises in the gym? Today Kirsty and Mona discuss […]
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#22 The Relationship Between Exercise and Menopause
Join Kirsty Strowger and Mona Hecke for the first episode of season two! How important is it to exercise during menopause and perimenopause? What crazy holiday experience helped Mona's friend to reduce her hot flushes? And how much impact can alcohol play? Today Kirsty and Mona discuss all things exercise, habits and menopause. Welcome to […]
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#21 Surviving the Christmas Season
Join Kirsty Strowger and Mona Hecke for the last episode of season one! How do you stay on track with nutrition and health goals over Christmas? What is an appropriate balance? And how much impact can alcohol have? Today Kirsty and Mona discuss all things Christmas, feasting and holiday habits. Welcome to 'Why Don't I […]
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#20 Hydration Tips for Women
What is hydration? How important is hydration for women, particularly as they age? And just how much water should you be drinking per day? Today Kirsty and Mona discuss all water and hydration, particularly during menopause. Welcome to 'Why Don't I Know That?', a podcast focused on menopause, women's health and a bit of light-hearted […]
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#19 Menopausal Hair Loss: Causes, Myths, and Natural Treatments
What is menopausal hair loss? How important is hair health? And what can you do about it? Today Kirsty and Mona discuss all things hair loss, particularly during menopause. Welcome to 'Why Don't I Know That?', a podcast focused on menopause, women's health and a bit of light-hearted humour. Hosted by Kirsty Strowger and Mona […]
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#18 Why Super Greens Powders Are Essential For Health!
Greens Powders have had a bad wrap for too long. Today Kirsty and Mona discuss the importance of Super Greens, why they are essential for vibrant health and how to make it a part of your every day wellness routine. Welcome to 'Why Don't I Know That?', a podcast focused on menopause, women's health and […]
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#17 Everything You Need to Know About Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent Fasting is gaining popularity for its potential health benefits. Today, Kirsty and Mona dive into the world of Intermittent Fasting, what it is, how to do it, where to start, and who is it good for? And should we all be jumping on the bandwagon? Welcome to 'Why Don't I Know That?', a podcast […]
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#16 Am I Going Through Menopause?
It's a question many women find themselves asking when strange symptoms begin to appear in their life – Is This Menopause? Today, Kirsty and Mona dive into this poorly understood question and help you to differentiate whether it's peri-menopause, menopause or your lifestyle that needs attention. Welcome to 'Why Don't I Know That?', a podcast […]
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#15 Supplements Explained: Your Top Questions Answered!
How important are supplements in your life? Are they necessary or are they a waste of money? Today Kirsty and Mona answer these questions and more as they discuss the billion dollar supplement industry. Read more on the blog: https://bitly.ws/E9Fk
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#14 Is There a Place for Menopause at Work?
Should we be talking about menopause at work and do men want to be included? Today, Kirsty and Mona discuss whether menopause in the workplace needs to be inclusive of everyone. Join the conversation on social media: @NaturesHelp
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#12 Out with the Old, In with the New!
Empowering women through education and conversation. Pap smears, Endometriosis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome & Hysterectomies!Today Kirsty and Mona chat about the female reproductive system, beginning with the modern 'do it yourself' cervical screening test!
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#11 Menopause Made Me Do It: The Nature's Help Story
Empowering women through education and conversation. Today Kirsty and Mona take a trip down memory lane. Kirsty shares her trials and tribulations from her early days as a Beauty Therapist to creating two of Australia's most successful natural supplement companies.
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#10 Iridology – How Your Eyes Are the Window to Your Health
Empowering women through education and conversation!Today Mona chats with Maya Brosnan, Nutritionist, Yogi and Iridologist. We talk about how your eyes are not only the window to your soul, but also hold the secrets to unlocking a happier, healthier life. Maya can be contacted at https://www.aconsciousstate.com/
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#6 What is Menopause?
Empowering women through education and conversation. Kirsty and Mona discuss 'what is menopause', what are the natural solutions available, and why did Kirsty create The Menopause Collection?
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#7 My Cancer Story, by Rachel
Empowering women through education and conversation. This is a personal story by Rachel about her cancer journey with DCIS. This is in no way intended to replace medical advice. If you are concerned about any changes in your breasts, please seek the advice of a medical professional.
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#8 Modern Medicine for the Modern Woman
Empowering women through education and conversation. Today I chat with Dr Donna Tanchev from Her Medical, discussing the importance of women looking after themselves and what modern medicine looks like in our advancing world.To book an appointment click on the link https://bit.ly/3h5LMzr
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#9 What is Spirituality and Where Do We Find It?
Empowering women through education and conversation.Mona delves into the world of spirituality and beyond with David Laws, the famous flower man who reads flowers with his psychic gift. David provides spiritual guidance for people who are seeking to enhance their spiritual connection and keen to develop their gifts and gain a greater insight into the […]
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#4 Is Stress Making You Sick?
Empowering women through education and conversation. Did you know that 75% to 90% of human disease is related to stress and inflammation?It contributes to cardiovascular and metabolic disease, hormone imbalances, sleep disturbances, digestive issues, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and chronic illness.Today we discuss the causes of stress and steps we can take to minimise its impact […]
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#5 Have We Lost Our Sense of Humour?
Empowering women through education and conversation.Today we chat with comedian Fiona McGary about the importance of humour in our life and not taking ourselves too seriously. Fiona uses the power of humour to authentically connect, heal, grow and enhance peoples' lives. https://fionamcgary.com/
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#3 What Does Your Hair Say About Your Health?
Empowering women through education and conversation.Today's hair raising conversation with Mona and Kirsty delves into the question, 'how much does our hair affect our confidence and why should we care?'
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#2 Why Every Woman Needs a Boob Massage
Empowering women through education and conversation.Did you know that you can dramatically improve your health in just two minutes each day, no exercise required, simply by stimulating your lymphatic system? In this video, we chat to Chelsea Jean from https://chelseyjean.com.au/ who helps us to understand the powerful role our lymphatic system plays in our health […]
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#1 Breast Thermography Explained
Empowering women through education and conversation.Today we speak with Jess from Advanced Thermography. Thermography, or Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI) is a totally non invasive clinical imaging procedure for detecting and monitoring a number of diseases and physical injuries, by showing the thermal abnormalities present in the body. Very popular for monitoring breast health. https://www.advancedthermography.com.au/
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210 | 3 Protein Mistakes That Keep Women From Losing Weight
Are you eating healthy but still struggling to lose weight after 40? The missing piece might not be another workout or cutting more carbs—it could be protein. If you’ve been frustrated by stubborn belly fat, low energy, cravings, or watching muscle disappear despite your best efforts, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about […]
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Intersection of Blue Zones and Modern Muscle Science for Longevity
This episode is sponsored by Bluesky CBD and Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist. Bluesky CBD: Get to sleep faster, experience more restorative sleep and save 30% with code FLIPPING50 at https://www.bluesky-cbd.com/discount/Flipping50. Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist.- Become a health & fitness coach who finally speaks midlife women’s language. Learn how to design workouts that balance […]
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Canicross for Beginners | Why I Started Running With My Dogs
In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how I discovered canicross and why running with my dogs completely changed the way I think about fitness, movement, and motivation. Like many dog owners, I started with daily walks — but I knew both I and my dogs needed something more. What began as curiosity about […]
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Ep #198: Self-Empowerment in Menopause | Sharon Neiss-Arbess
Have you spent your whole life saying yes when you meant no? You are not alone, and midlife might be the best time yet to change that. In this episode of Menopause Reimagined, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, author, soon to be 10x published menopause researcher, educator, and co-founder of wearemorphus.com, sits down with her childhood friend, […]
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Why sunlight is key to a longer, healthier life – with Rowan Jacobsen
For years we’ve been told to stay out of the sun to keep us safe, but have we got it all wrong? Award-winning science journalist Rowan Jacobsen joins Liz to discuss how each hour we spend outdoors could actually lower our risk of age-related diseases – and how sunlight deficiency is bad for our health. […]
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LIVE Q&A: Your gut health, dementia and weight loss questions answered by Prof Tim Spector, Prof Sarah Berry & Dr Federica Amati
How quickly can you improve your gut health? Can diet help lower your risk of dementia? And what should you know about food labels and healthy weight loss? In this special live Q&A, Prof Tim Spector, Prof Sarah Berry and Dr Federica Amati answer your biggest nutrition questions and share practical, evidence-based advice you can […]
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How To Navigate Menopause And Caring For A Loved One With Lori LaBey | 288
You are the one who handles it. You make the appointments, manage the medications, answer the phone at 11pm, and smile when you walk in the door because she needs calm, not panic. Somewhere in the middle of all of that, you stopped sleeping. You stopped eating real meals. And what nobody told you was […]
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The Sleep Doctor: The 4 Hormones Wrecking Your Sleep & What to Do About It
If you’re in perimenopause or menopause, sleep has probably become something you think about all the time. Falling asleep, staying asleep, waking up at 3am, feeling exhausted, waking up anxious even when you did fall asleep. Perimenopause sleep disruption and menopause insomnia are real, they are hormonal, and they are not your fault. The nights […]
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The Sleep Doctor: The 4 Hormones Wrecking Your Sleep & What to Do About It
If you’re in perimenopause or menopause, sleep has probably become something you think about all the time. Falling asleep, staying asleep, waking up at 3am, feeling exhausted, waking up anxious even when you did fall asleep. Perimenopause sleep disruption and menopause insomnia are real, they are hormonal, and they are not your fault. The nights […]
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Gisèle Pelicot: After Everything That Happened… I Didn’t Expect To Fall In Love Again | Pt. 2
In Part 1 of Gisèle Pelicot’s story, she spoke to Davina about her life before the world knew her name, the marriage she believed she had, and the moment she began to discover the truth of what had happened to her. This is Part 2 of Gisèle Pelicot’s story on Begin Again. Gisèle opens up […]
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336 🚀 Why Women Over 40 Are Starting Businesses — and Winning, with Lindsay Pinchuk
What if the business you keep daydreaming about isn’t a midlife crisis — it’s your midlife calling? In this episode, Wendy sits down with award-winning entrepreneur and small business mentor Lindsay Pinchuk, one of the less than 1% of female founders to lead her company through an acquisition. Lindsay built her first brand, Bump Club […]
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Gisèle Pelicot: My Life Before The World Knew My Name | Pt. 1
Gisèle Pelicot became known around the world when she waived her right to anonymity in the sexual assault trial that shocked France and beyond. But before the headlines, before the courtroom, and before the world knew her name, Gisèle had a life, a family, a marriage, and a story of her own. This is Part […]
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78 – Primodos: The forgotten synthetic hormone scandal
Millions of women were prescribed Primodos as a pregnancy test even though there were concerns that it was associated with many different and often devastating birth defects. More than 60 years later, many of the questions surrounding the drug – which contains synthetic hormones that are still prescribed to women today – remain unanswered. In […]
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Your Body Reset: How to Eat & Exercise for a Healthier and Longer Life
Today’s episode is a MUST listen. You will learn the surprising science of exercise and nutrition, the mistakes you’re making, and the simple changes that lead to better health and longevity. In this powerful episode, Mel sits down with one of her dream guests, Dr. Rhonda Patrick PhD. Dr. Patrick is a biomedical scientist who […]
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#246 From Survival Mode to Soul-Led Living with Dr Julie Merriman PhD
In this deeply honest and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Dr. Julie Merriman, PhD, LPC-S, to explore what’s really happening beneath the surface for high-achieving women over 50 who “look fine”… but feel anything but. We talk about the invisible load so many women carry—functioning, performing, achieving—while quietly operating past capacity. Dr. Merryman introduces […]
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Book Club Meets: I wrote a loveable psychopath! Race and female rage, with Imani Thompson
Yrsa really doesn’t intend to kill anyone… but the Cambridge professor sitting opposite her has manipulated her friend and stolen her research. So, when she flicks a bee into his drink, she just thinks he’ll get a nasty little sting… but now he’s dead. And it’s a sweet, sweet feeling for Yrsa: finally having some […]
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PCOS Is Dead: Why PMOS Changes Everything for Midlife Women
The Menopause Mastery Show | PCOS Is Dead: Why PMOS Changes Everything for Midlife Women | Episode 284 Solocast with Dr. Betty Murray 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! PCOS has been renamed PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome — and Dr. Betty Murray explains why this is a major shift for women’s health. In […]
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209 | Why Eating Less May Be Causing More Belly Fat
Have you ever wondered why your old weight-loss strategies suddenly stopped working after 40? If you’re eating healthy, exercising, and trying harder than ever, yet the belly fat keeps showing up, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about one of the biggest frustrations women face during perimenopause and menopause: doing all the things […]
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Kim Alexis on Health, Vitality, and Aging Gracefully
Kim Alexis, one of the most recognizable supermodels of the 1980s, joins the podcast to share her inspiring journey from the fashion runway to broadcasting, authorship, and podcasting. Discovered by a modeling agency in Buffalo at just 17 years old, Kim quickly rose to international fame and became part of an elite generation of supermodels […]
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Build a Strong Body for a Messy Life: Training Through Menopausal Chaos with Hailey Babcock (episode 280)
This week’s guest, renowned midlife trainer Hailey Babcock, wants you to know one thing: No one is crushing it 100%. Not the celebrities or big names she trains; not the tens of thousands of women she works with, and certainly not herself. Hailey is currently going through it with brain fog, joint pain, 2 a.m. […]
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The Risk Factor Nobody's Talking About: Menopause, Estrogen, and the Heart Disease Epidemic in Women
Cardiologist Dr. Jayne Morgan has a message that cuts through the noise: menopause is not a gynecological footnote. It’s a cardiovascular inflection point — and most women don’t find out until it’s too late.In this episode, Dr. Morgan and Stacy cover the full arc of women’s cardiovascular health: why complicated pregnancies are early warning signs, […]
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Episode 223 – Four Years, Hundreds of Conversations and One Big Question: What's Next?
Four years ago, I sat down and recorded the very first episode of The Menopause and Cancer Podcast. At the time, I had no idea what I was doing. I didn’t know whether anyone would listen, whether I’d make it past a handful of episodes, or that four years later I’d still be here, talking […]
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Ep. 224 -Patriarchy Stress Disorder and Menopause with Jeffrey Tambor
In this deeply transformative episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes Jeffrey Tambor, a seasoned healer and co-founder of The Thriving Institute™, who has dedicated over two decades to understanding and resolving trauma at its deepest roots. Alongside his partner, Dr. Valerie Rein—who pioneered the concept of Patriarchy Stress Disorder (PSD)—Jeffrey brings a unique perspective on how […]
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Most replayed moment: What The Science Says About Supplements | Prof Tim Spector & Prof Sarah Berry
Today, we’re talking about supplements. We’ve all seen them; the multivitamins, the fortified foods, the neatly packaged powders promising improved energy, immunity and longevity. Supplements boast bold claims, however, it’s hard to know if they’re genuinely helpful or just well-marketed. Professor Tim Spector and Professor Sarah Berry join me to unpack why supplements exist, what […]
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Are Your Shoes Ruining Your Foot Health
This episode is sponsored by Bluesky CBD and Timeline. Bluesky CBD: Get to sleep faster, experience more restorative sleep and save 30% with code FLIPPING50 at https://www.bluesky-cbd.com/discount/Flipping50. Timeline – Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula. And my […]
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Train Your Brain To Thrive Through Menopause
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Sue Varma, a board certified psychiatrist, distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and author of Practical Optimism. They open by taking on a question that sits at the intersection of psychiatry and menopause medicine: why do some women thrive through the […]
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Ep 533: A Simple Technique to Handle Food Urges Differently in Menopause
You don’t need more willpower. You need a different relationship with your urges. In this episode, I talk about one simple technique that can help women in menopause handle food cravings differently. Inspired by conversations around GLP-1 medications, I explain what these medications appear to do for food noise and how you can begin creating […]
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335 💛 How Hard Can It Be: Friendship, Reinvention & Real Talk with Diana Maria Riva of Netflix’s Dead to Me
What happens when a Hollywood actress realizes her glam-squad friends and her hometown Ohio friends are all wrestling with the exact same midlife stuff? In this episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine sits down with Diana Maria Riva — beloved as Detective Ana Perez on Netflix’s Dead to Me and now host of […]
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How To Give Your Nervous System A Real Break
I’ve just returned from Self Love Camp, a retreat where I spent a few days guiding breathwork, listening to inspiring speakers, learning new things, and stepping away from the routines of everyday life. As I drove home, I found myself reflecting on something I always notice after retreats and intentional breaks: I come back feeling […]
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77 – Hormones after cancer: why women deserve a choice
For many women diagnosed with cancer, conversations about hormones end before they’ve even begun. They’re often told they can never take hormone treatment again, without being given the evidence, the options or the opportunity to make an informed choice. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by women’shealth nurse and educator Jill Chmielewski to […]
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How to Reverse Diet to Break a Weight Loss Plateau in Menopause
In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to implement a reverse diet, including how to calculate your maintenance calories, when to increase calories gradually versus jumping straight to maintenance, and what to expect during the process. Last week, we talked about why chronic dieting and years of eating too little can leave you […]
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Moments: Father's Day Special
This week’s Begin Again Moments, we’re celebrating the fathers and the impact they’ve had on their kids. For the full episodes search wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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221: Itchy & Bitchy ClinicCrawl: Your Dog Brought a Killer Into Your House; Skipping Your Meds could Kill You
(00:00:00) 221: Itchy & Bitchy ClinicCrawl: Your Dog Brought a Killer Into Your House; Skipping Your Meds could Kill You (00:00:11) Welcome to the Itchy and Bitchy Podcast (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:34) Hypertension and Medication Compliance (00:03:52) The Importance of Taking Medications as Prescribed (00:07:40) Ticks and Tick Prevention (00:11:34) Closing Remarks […]
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The Closet Clean Out Guide: Declutter Your Life and Get Your Confidence Back
Have you ever stood in front of a full closet, said “I have nothing to wear,” and reached for the same safe outfit one more time? You are not alone, and it is not really about the clothes. Tamsen’s viral closet clean out started as a simple declutter and spiraled into one of the most […]
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Try it For 1 Week: Small Ways to Make Your Life Fun & Exciting Again
Summer is all about having fun: long days, warm nights, and getting together with the people you love. Today’s episode is your playbook for making that time you spend with people more exciting and meaningful. Mel is joined by Priya Parker, one of the world’s leading experts on human connection. Her book “The Art of […]
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Are you a witch? Believe in your magic and the power of ritual, with Poppy Jamie
Did you listen when your gut told you to turn down that job… and did you seize a better opportunity after? What about when you were tired but something told you to go to the party anyway? Did you meet your partner there? Entrepreneur and author Poppy Jamie says there’s no such thing as a […]
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How to fade age spots and pigmentation
If years of sun exposure have left you with age spots, freckles and uneven pigmentation, you’re certainly not alone. Liz explores the best ways to manage sun damage, sharing the skincare ingredients and treatments that can genuinely help – without the need to splash out on expensive creams. Plus: The impact of hair dye on […]
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The Solution to UTIs in Menopause: Topical Oestrogen – Dr Naomi Potter
Could your recurrent UTIs actually be a menopause problem? 🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihih In this week’s solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter explains the surprising and often overlooked link between diminishing oestrogen and recurrent urinary tract infections – and why antibiotics alone are never going to […]
Menopause: Why Don't I Know That?
Empowering women in menopause through education and conversation. Kirsty (Founder of Nature’s Help) and Mona (naturopath of 20+ years) combine their decades of knowledge and wisdom to inspire women to live their healthiest lives – through menopause and beyond. Often serious, sometime humorous, and always educational, Kirsty and Mona dive into everything menopausal women need […]