Acupuncture & the Menopause with Lily Lai, PhD, Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner. S7. Ep 13.

The Happy Menopause

May 7, 2026 ∙ 36 mins
Episode 122

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Have you ever considered acupuncture to help support you through — and beyond — the menopause? It’s a fascinating option for women at this stage of life, focusing on restoring balance across the body’s different systems — something many of us need during times of hormonal change.

This month’s guest is acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner Lily Lai, PhD. With a special interest in women’s health, she guides us through the ins and outs of this ancient therapy - from its origins and how it works, to what the research says about its effectiveness.

We also explore how acupuncture may help with a range of menopause-related symptoms, from stress and sleep to overall wellbeing. Along the way, we touch on its broader role in pain management, and discuss emerging insights into how it could support people with ADHD.

It’s definitely worth a listen if you’re curious about new ways to support your health during menopause.

If you’re a fan of The Happy Menopause, please tell your friends and family about it, and make sure you click the follow or subscribe button on whichever platform you listen on to make sure you never miss an episode. It really does make a huge difference to the algorithms which influence the visibility of the podcast, so that more women can find the show. After all, every woman deserves to have a happy menopause. 

Check out the full Show Notes for this episode on my website www.well-well-well.co.uk/podcast, where you'll find all the relevant links and references for each guest.

Learn how to build your own menopause diet to manage your symptoms with my book The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish. And if you're tired of feeling tired and grappling with brain fog, check out  my new book: The Happy Menopause Guide to Energy; Nutrition to Rejuvenate Your Brain & Body. It's available in all the usual places. 

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The Happy Menopause

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122

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May 7, 2026

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36 mins
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  • Small Changes for Big Benefits: How to Thrive During Menopause with Amanda Thebe, Women’s Health & Fitness Coach – S4. Ep 9.

    It’s 2023 and New Year, New You, they say! But is there actually anything wrong with the old you? Probably not, but we’re often very self-critical! Rather than making a whole lot of radical resolutions that won’t last more than a week or two, in this episode I’m focusing on small, consistent changes that can […]

  • The Super Helper Syndrome – A Survival Guide for Compassionate People with Jess Baker, Chartered Psychologist & Author – S4. Ep 8.

    Are you a caregiver? The shoulder for everyone else? The fixer in your family? The workplace workhorse? Is there no time for self-care?  Women are hardwired to nurture, and it can be very difficult to know where to draw the line if we think that other people need us.  And that can be a real […]

  • Good Mood Food to Beat the Menopause Blues with Nutritionist & Author Jackie Lynch – S4 Ep 7.

    In this episode I’m focusing on good mood foods, because there is no doubt that what we eat can have a huge impact on our brain and cognitive function.  Mood swings, anxiety and brain fog are incredibly common issues for women in their early 40s onwards, which can come as an unwelcome surprise. And while […]

  • The Expectation Effect – The Impact of Mindset on Your Health with David Robson, Award-Winning Science Writer – S4. Ep 6.

    This summer I discovered The Expectation Effect, the latest book by David Robson and what I learned was fascinating, so I was thrilled when he agreed to come on the podcast for this World Menopause Day special on cognition.   Our mindset shapes every facet of our lives, and our expectations have a direct impact […]

  • How to Have a Younger Brain with Dr Sabina Brennan, Neuroscientist & Psychologist – S4. Ep 5.

    The theme of this year’s World Menopause Day is cognition, so I’ve invited the wonderful Dr Sabina Brennan back to chat to us, because there is no better woman to help us with the cognitive challenges of the menopause She’s a chartered health psychologist, neuroscientist, host of the Super Brain podcast and author of two […]

  • How to Sing Your Way Through the Menopause with Dr Catherine Pestano, Community Musician & Social Worker – S4. Ep 4.

    In this episode, we’re exploring the power of song, because there’s something very joyous about singing and it’s something we can all do and that we can all enjoy, even if you prefer to do it in the privacy of your shower! There are multiple benefits to singing and it can have a significant impact […]

  • Caring For Your Skin Through Menopause & Beyond with Dr Emma Wedgeworth, Consultant Dermatologist – S4. Ep 3.

    Skincare is a hot topic for many women and never more so than in midlife when the hormonal fluctuations of the perimenopause bring about a sea change in the condition of our skin. Acne, dry skin and loss of elasticity are all very common problems, and we often find that our tried and trusted skincare […]

  • Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin D, with Andrew Thomas, CEO & Founder of Better You – S4. Ep 2.

    Vitamin D is a non-negotiable for our health and wellbeing at any age, but never more so than in mid and later life which is why I’ve decided to shine a light on it in this episode. I’ve invited Andrew Thomas, founder of one my favourite supplement companies Better You to chat to me about […]

  • The Art of Running for the Midlife Woman, with Sam Palmer, Award-Winning Women’s Health & Fitness Coach – S4. Ep 1.

    Can’t run, won’t run? Listen to this episode before you write yourself off! It’s September and with the whole post-holiday vibe it’s often a good time be thinking about a new fitness regime. With that in mind, I’ve decided to kick off Season 4 with an episode on running. If it’s not something you’ve tried […]

  • How to Beat Bloating with Jackie Lynch, Nutritionist & Author – S.3 Ep.15.

    Bloating can be a nasty niggling issue for a lot of women in midlife. It can affect different people in different ways. You might have a sense of overfullness after even quite a small meal. Or find that you can’t do up your trousers by the end of the day.   Some women experience such a distended […]

  • Your Pelvic Floor – Why it's Important & How to Keep it in Shape, with Elaine Miller, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist & Award-Winning Comedian – S3. Ep 14.

    Do you leak a little bit of urine when you laugh or sneeze or run? Let’s face it, it’s something that’s happened to most of us at some point and statistics show that more than 1 in 3 women struggle with this. It’s called urinary stress incontinence, usually due to a weak pelvic floor, and […]

  • The Science of Restorative Sleep with Lisa Cypers Kamen, Lifestyle Coach & Author – S3. Ep 13.

    When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? We all know that we’re better for it, but it can be extremely elusive, especially in midlife where a combination of the hormonal surges that often trigger night sweats and the stresses and strains of daily life can make it incredibly hard to get […]

  • 52 Ways to Walk Your Way to Health with Annabel Streets, Author & Researcher – S3. Ep 12.

    Walking is something that’s accessible to almost all of us and it can be a much less daunting prospect to the harassed midlife woman than high impact work, running or intense training. What’s wonderful about the research we discuss in this episode is that walking isn’t a second-best option if you’re not up to other […]

  • How to Manage Your Perimenopause with Ruth Devlin, Nurse, Health Coach & Author – S3. Ep11.

    This episode is all about the perimenopause, because those years running up to the menopause can be full of hormonal havoc. In fact, although we use it as a catch-all term, the menopause technically only lasts for one day. It’s that day when it’s been 12 months since your last period. After that, you’re post […]

  • How to Have Great Sex Through the Menopause & Beyond with Dr Claire Macaulay, Oncologist & Sex Coach – S3. Ep 10.

    Is your sex life everything you want it to be? If the answer is a hollow laugh and “What sex life?”, then you’re not unusual. It’s very common for women in midlife and beyond to write themselves off as sexual beings and there can be lots of reasons for that, including loss of body confidence, […]

  • How to Transform Yourself & Get the Best Out Of Your Life with Tracy Acock, Life Coach & Mentor – S3. Ep 9.

    2021 was pretty challenging for many of us and it’s good to be turning the page and moving into a new year with all the possibilities that this brings us. January is a great time for transformation and new beginnings and that’s what I’m focusing on in this episode: how can we make small changes […]

  • Hot Flushes & How to Manage Them with Dr Melanie Smith, Clinical Health Psychologist – S3. Ep 8.

    Probably the most well-known of the menopausal symptoms, the hot flush has provided endless material for humourists over the years but it’s no fun when it’s happening to you. It can cause huge distress, especially in a professional or social situation or if it’s persistently disrupting your sleep. But help is at hand in this […]

  • Foods to Support a Healthy Immune Function, with Ed Joy, Herbalist and Naturopath – S3. Ep 7.

    Now that November is here, the cold and flu season is well underway and many of you have probably already succumbed to some sort of lurgy by now. And with the spectre of Covid 19 still lurking, supporting our immune system is very much on the agenda right now, which is why I’ve dedicated this […]

  • How to Strengthen Your Bones & Muscles in Mid & Later Life with Dr Catherine Walter, Academic & Powerlifter – S3. Ep 6.

    The theme of this year’s World Menopause Day is bone health, something that really needs to be front of mind for women in mid and later life. Bones contain cells called osteoclasts which dissolve old bone and osteoblasts which build new bone. This regular renewal process helps to keep our bones strong, but bone tissue […]

  • Everything You Need To Know About Your Bones with Sarah Leyland, Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse – S3. Ep 5.

    Bone health is a very real concern for women in mid and later life, because when they go through the menopause, oestrogen levels drop rapidly and bones lose strength at a much faster rate. There are 3.5 million people living with osteoporosis in the UK today, and 50% of women and 20% of men over […]

  • How to Make the Most of Your Doctor’s Appointment with Dr Dawn Harper, GP, Author & TV Presenter – S3. Ep 4.

    Our family doctor is at the heart of the community and the first port of call for health advice, support and treatment for us and our loved ones. But even before the restrictions around the pandemic, that had become more difficult. With appointments often limited to 10 minutes and a one problem: one appointment policy […]

  • How to Manage Hormonal Headaches with Professor Anne MacGregor, Specialist in Headaches & Women’s Health – S3. Ep 3.

    Tense, nervous headache anyone? Did you know that during our fertile years, women are 3 times more likely to suffer from headaches than men? Up until puberty and then after the menopause, our propensity for headaches is roughly the same as for men, so those pesky hormones have a lot to answer for. If menstrual […]

  • How to Transform Yourself in Your 40s, 50s & Beyond, with Rachel Lankester, Founder of Magnificent Midlife – S3. Ep 2.

    Every woman deserves to have a happy menopause – regular listeners will know how important that is to me and that’s the entire inspiration behind this podcast. In this episode we’re going to go a little broader and talk about not just having a happy menopause but how to have a magnificent midlife! This time […]

  • How to Reclaim Your Time Off with Fab Giovanetti, Author & Entrepreneur – S3. Ep 1.

    September is the perfect time for new beginnings and a different way of doing things. For most of us, things tend to be a little quieter in August, so that we can enjoy a bit of a break and this can be a handy reminder of the importance of work-life balance and getting plenty of […]

  • How to Boost Your Energy & Stop Feeling Tired All The Time with Jackie Lynch, Registered Nutritional Therapist & Author – S2. Ep 17.

    This episode of The Happy Menopause is all about energy. Have you lost your Va Va Voom? Do you feel tired all the time? Do you blame your age for your lack of energy? If this sounds familiar, then it’s definitely time to take action, because whether you’re 29 or 69, it’s far more likely […]

  • Beating Brain Fog with Dr Sabina Brennan, Neuroscientist & Psychologist – S2. Ep 16.

    Do you ever wonder what you came upstairs for, forget where you’ve parked the car or find yourself grappling for the right word that just won’t come? These are all common concerns for women in midlife because brain fog is one of the classic symptoms of perimenopause and menopause.  All that hormonal turmoil plays havoc […]

  • Dealing with Vaginal Dryness with Kathy Abernethy, Menopause Specialist – S2. Ep 15.

    In this episode, I’m focusing on the Cinderella of the menopause. In recent years, we’ve become a bit more confident about discussing our menopause – some women will mention their hot flushes without turning a hair and the common mental health symptoms such as anxiety and mood swings have also started to come out of […]

  • Shining a Spotlight on the Sandwich Generation with Katie Taylor, Founder of The Latte Lounge – S2. Ep 14.

    We’re the sandwich generation. That group of –  let’s face it – mostly women who are caught in the middle between caring for elderly parents and supporting our children, whatever age they might be. That’s a big burden to be carrying and multigenerational needs have grown even more acute during the pandemic, so that a […]

  • Challenging the Stereotypes Around Older Women with Journalist & Motorhome Adventurer, Siobhan Daniels – S2. Ep 13.

    International Women’s Day is that time of year when we come together to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year’s theme is choose to challenge, because with challenge comes change. Today’s guest is a brilliant example of this, because she’s passionate about challenging ageism and redefining the narrative around older […]

  • Creating a Menopause-Friendly Workplace with Deborah Garlick of Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace – S2. Ep 12.

    The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is Choose to Challenge and that couldn’t be more relevant to what we’re discussing in this episode, because we’re turning the spotlight on the workplace, which can be a very unfriendly place for women in midlife. So much so that some recent statistics suggested that 1 in […]

  • How To Nourish Your Skin From The Inside Out & From Outside In, with Ada Ooi, Skin Specialist – S2. Ep 11.

    Skin is a hot topic for most women of any age, but never more so than in midlife, when hormonal changes during the perimenopause can wreak havoc. It can be baffling and infuriating to find yourself grappling with acne in your 40s, especially if it’s never been a problem in the past. And dry skin, […]

  • Managing Heavy or Painful Periods & Dealing with PMS, with Joyce Harper, Professor of Reproductive Science – S2. Ep 10.

    This episode is all about periods, because long before you hit menopause day – which is officially 12 months since your last period – you’ll have experienced changes. The hormonal rollercoaster of the perimenopause can cause a lot of period havoc and it may all start sooner than you’d think and last longer than you’d […]

  • Why Can’t I Lose Weight? With Tanja Shaw, Weight-loss and Life Coach – S2. Ep 9.

    New Year is a great opportunity to take stock, so why not make this the moment for you to take positive action to improve your health and wellbeing? Weight management is usually firmly on the agenda in January and it’s a topic I covered last year when I spoke to Dr Zoe Harcombe, so this […]

  • How to Manage Anxiety & Enhance Emotional Wellbeing, with Rachel Weiss, Accredited Counsellor & Coach – S2. Ep 8.

    Well, 2020 has been quite a year! As we slide into December, it seems a good time to reflect and check in with ourselves.  I think everyone has struggled with their own different challenges over the past few months and this second lockdown here in the UK has felt especially difficult as we’ve moved into […]

  • How to Live a Longer, Healthier, Happier Life, with Susan Saunders, Researcher & Author – S2. Ep 7.

    Ageing is something that inevitably starts to preoccupy us in midlife, because we all want to be as fit and well as possible as we grow older, and let’s be honest, we’d like to keep looking good too. As my latest guest Susan Saunders remarks, “We all know people who are ageing at different rates. […]

  • My Top 10 Menopause-Friendly Foods with Jackie Lynch, Registered Nutritional Therapist & Author – S.2 Ep 6.

    Following on from last month’s popular episode How Nutrition Can Help You Manage Your Menopause, I’m shining the spotlight on nutrition again for this World Menopause Day special as we look at the top 10 foods to support a healthy menopause. Get your notebooks ready so you can add them to your shopping list! My […]

  • Living With Premature Menopause, with Dr Rebecca Gibbs, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist – S.2 Ep 5.

    It’s World Menopause Day and this year’s theme is premature ovarian insufficiency otherwise known as premature menopause. It’s a condition which affects 1 in 100 women under 40, 1 in 1000 under 30, and 1 in 10,000 under 20. This is where the ovaries are unable to produce oestrogen and progesterone and the menopause happens […]

  • How Nutrition Can Help You Manage Your Menopause, with Registered Nutritional Therapist, Jackie Lynch – S2. Ep 4.

    It’s October at last and my regular listeners will know that my new book The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish comes out this month. This book has been burning away inside me for a long time now, as there simply isn't enough information out there to support women during this hugely transitional […]

  • Finding Passion, Profit & Purpose in Midlife, with Laurie Wright, Master Neuro Coach & Business Mentor – S2. Ep 3.

    September is the perfect time to be thinking about new beginnings and of course midlife can often provide an opportunity for a whole new perspective too. As reproductive hormones subside, you’ll have the headspace to become more aware of yourself and to focus on your own choices, so it can be a time of big […]

  • How to Exercise Effectively in Midlife (Part 2): Exercising in Public Spaces, with Women’s Health & Fitness Coach Baz Moffat – S2. Ep 2.

    This interview is Part 2 of my exercise series and is full of brilliant advice from former Team GB rower, medallist and women’s health and fitness coach Baz Moffat on the best ways for women in midlife to exercise. It was actually recorded some months ago, just before lockdown, but much of the advice became […]

  • How to Have Great Hair, with Dr Sharon Wong, Consultant Dermatologist & Hair Specialist – S2. Ep 1.

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Happy Menopause podcast. We're kicking off with a fascinating episode which focuses on hair, because dry and thinning hair can be one of the most frustrating symptoms of the menopause. Of course, hot flushes, anxiety and fatigue can have a hugely negative impact on women, but there’s something about […]

  • Joy & Adventure: How to Make the Most of Midlife, with Jo Moseley, Joy Encourager & Midlife Adventurer – S1. Ep 18.

    Summer is here and lockdown is easing in most places so I thought this would be a good time to start thinking about new adventures. Midlife is a time which can be transformational and enormously liberating because the hormones that have driven your decisions, approach and emotions for years start to subside and there’s some […]

  • Nutrition for Managing Stress & Boosting Resilience, with Jackie Lynch, Nutritional Therapist – S1. Ep 17.and Author

    In this episode, we hear from expert nutritional therapist and host of The Happy Menopause podcast, Jackie Lynch, as she explores a nutritional approach to managing stress. It’s been a bruising few months in lockdown and everyone has faced different challenges, which can’t have been easy. Whatever’s been going on with you, the chances are […]

  • How to Improve Your Sleep with circadian neuroscientist, Professor Russell Foster – S1. Ep 16.

    Sleep can feel like the holy grail for women in midlife – something you’re desperately searching for which is incredibly hard to find. There are many reasons that sleep can be elusive during the menopause – hot flushes, night sweats, palpitations and anxiety can all play their part in disrupting our slumber. And when we […]

  • How to Exercise Effectively in Midlife (Part 1): Exercising at Home, with women's health and fitness coach, Baz Moffat – S1. Ep 15.

    Exercise is a non-negotiable for women in midlife. It can make a material difference to bone density and muscle tone which both decline significantly during and post-menopause, and of course it’s also crucial for heart health, mental health and stress management. And with self-isolation now part of our daily lives, it’s more important than ever […]

  • International Women’s Day Special: The Menopause Café – From Light Bulb Moment to Global Movement – S1, Ep 14.

    International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It’s all about getting the message out there and enabling and empowering women to make a difference to their lives. So I thought it was the perfect opportunity to interview Rachel Weiss, the founder of Menopause Café, a grassroots project to support […]

  • Transformation & New Beginnings – How to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife with Camilla Sacre-Dallerup, Life Coach and Author – S1. Ep 13.

    The menopause might be the end of a chapter, but it’s also an opportunity for a whole new one. This stage of life can actually be transformative and enormously liberating on a number of levels, because the hormones that have driven your decisions, your approach and your emotions since puberty start to take a back […]

  • How to Boost Your Libido & Have Great Sex in Midlife, with Tracey Cox, Sex and Relationship Expert – S1. Ep 12.

    Low libido is one of those extra little gifts from the menopause which you may not have expected. As sex hormones start to decline, it can have a very real impact on your va va voom and there are lots of ways this might affect you – vaginal dryness might make sex too painful; you […]

  • Managing a Healthy Weight in Mid Life with Dr Zoe Harcombe, Researcher & Author – S1. Ep 11.

    It’s that time of year when you might be looking to lose a few pounds which isn’t an easy task for women in midlife. As if the menopause wasn’t tough enough, with all the different symptoms you experience, the gradual increase in weight that comes with the menopause can often feel like the last straw! […]

  • Food & Fashion to Fight Hot Flushes with Nancy Zeffman & Eileen Willett of Cucumber Clothing – S1. Ep 10.

    Hot flushes can be a real nightmare for some women during the menopause. They're disruptive, embarrassing and uncomfortable, especially at work, in a social situation or at night. So what can we do about it? There are lots of ways that diet and lifestyle can pro-actively address hot flushes, and there are also some fabulous […]

  • Your Best Life: The Importance of Self Care for a Healthy, Happy Menopause with Dr Louise Wiseman, GP and author – S1. Ep 9.

    Do you spend most of your time thinking about and looking after other people? It’s something women seem hardwired to do, but how good are you at looking after yourself and putting your health and happiness first? Our nurturing gene seems to have a blind spot when it comes to our own wellbeing, yet the […]

  • World Menopause Day Special: Mid Life, the Play by Author Sheila Chapman – S1. Ep 8.

    It’s World Menopause Day, so we are celebrating women in midlife and shouting about the menopause in all its glory. Over the past year, the taboo around discussing the menopause has been gradually chipped away, which is encouraging, but there’s very little portrayal of the menopause in the arts, so I’m excited to tell you […]

  • World Menopause Day Special: Know Your Menopause: How to Spot the Symptoms with the Pausitivity team – S1, Ep 7.

    It’s World Menopause Day today and we’re celebrating women in midlife with this special episode. There’s no better day to be busting the taboo about discussing the menopause and raising awareness of the different symptoms women experience and the range of solutions available to them, which is why I’m speaking to the brilliant team from […]

  • Managing Stress Incontinence (Or How to Stop Leaking!) by Myra Robson, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist & Founder of the Squeezy App – S1. Ep 6.

    Have you ever had a little wee when you sneeze, cough or exercise? Honestly? Because it wouldn’t be surprising. It’s called stress incontinence and it happens to 1 in 3 women, yet it’s the one thing we never speak about. 40% of women are too embarrassed to consult their doctor about it and just accept […]

  • Managing the Menopause at Work with Menopause Trainer, Julie Dennis – S1. Ep 5.

    The menopause can be stressful enough for women without the challenges of dealing with it in front of your colleagues. 75% of women of menopausal age are in work and will be affected by a range of symptoms, from hot flushes which are uncomfortable and can embarrassing; flooding which can be a nightmare if access […]

  • A Herbal Approach to Menopause Symptoms with Herbalist, Ed Joy – S1. Ep 4.

    For centuries, people have used herbs in a medicinal capacity, from ancient civilisations through to today, where many modern pharmaceutical drugs are originally derived from plant extracts. Drop into any health food store and you’ll find a whole range of herbal supplements; chat to your friends and they may swear by a miracle herb that […]

  • Dealing with Anxiety, Overwhelm & Brain Fog, with Becks Armstrong, Founder of the Clarity App – S1. Ep 3.

    Forget hot flushes! Anxiety and loss of confidence are some of the most underestimated and upsetting symptoms of the menopause. Many women are taken by surprise in their mid to late forties to suddenly discover that they’re doubting themselves and their abilities; feeling overwhelmed by tasks or projects they previously handled with ease; or simply […]

  • Building Strong Bones for the Menopause and Beyond with Christien Bird, Women’s Health Physiotherapist – S1. Ep 2.

    “Your next position is your best position”. Variety is the spice of life when it comes to the ideal posture and exercise, according to Christien Bird, Women’s Health Physiotherapist. Regular exercise is crucial for women in midlife, not just to support bone density, but also to reduce the risk of heart attacks, which increases as […]

  • Breaking the Menopause Taboo with Jo McEwan from Positive Pause – S1. Ep. 1.

    In the UK, 13 million women are going through a menopause, which can last anything up to 15 years. In the US, 6,000 women hit the menopause every single day! So it’s not exactly a niche subject, yet, it’s not something we easily talk about either. This means that many midlife women can feel isolated […]

  • Introducing The Happy Menopause

    Join Registered Nutritional Therapist Jackie Lynch as she takes you on a journey through midlife to learn how diet and lifestyle can help you take control of your menopause symptoms. Each month Jackie covers a range of topics, from managing hot flushes or dealing with anxiety to intimate health and strong bones. She'll introduce you […]

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    Everything you’ve been told about food and hormones is being questioned in this conversation. In this episode, I exchanged thoughts with Dr. Robert Kiltz, a fertility specialist who brings a very different perspective around women’s health. We talk about why so many symptoms in perimenopause and menopause get brushed off as “normal,” and why that […]

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    You know the phrases… “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” “Put your oxygen mask on first.” But here’s the real question… Are you actually doing it? Or are you still giving your time, energy, and attention to everyone else… and hoping you’ll get a moment for yourself somewhere down the line? In this episode, I’m sharing […]

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    If you’re constantly exhausted and your hair seems thinner than normal, it might not just be your hormones. Liz talks about low iron levels in midlife, how to spot the symptoms and what to do if you’re struggling. Plus: where to start with longevity supplements, ways to manage high cholesterol, juggling HRT on a busy […]

  • Answering Your Questions About HRT In Menopause (side effects, HRT not working, biggest myths, and more)

    ❤️ Win a year's worth of Menopause Care appointments by entering our giveaway here: https://bit.ly/4t3ELhb Confused about HRT in menopause? Today Dr Naomi Potter is answering as many questions as possible about HRT – all sent in by our lovely listeners. From what to do if progesterone affects your mood or sleep, to why vaginal […]

  • Estrogen Has Been Let Out of Jail!

    Karen is joined by future Itchy and Bitchy hosts Stephen Miller, an acute care nurse practitioner specializing in cardiovascular disease, and Dr. Keith Hnilica, a veterinary dermatologist, for a wide-ranging conversation about estradiol and hormone replacement therapy. They discuss the recent removal of the FDA black box warning from most menopausal hormone therapy products and […]

  • Why your healthy lifestyle is making you unwell – with Sarah Ann Macklin

    We have access to more health information than ever before, but for many midlife women, the overwhelm is negatively impacting our wellbeing. Nutritionist Sarah Ann Macklin talks to Liz about the unhealthy side of modern wellness culture and its effect on our bodies. They discuss how conflicting advice and constantly changing diet trends create anxiety, […]

The Happy Menopause

Join award-winning nutritionist and author Jackie Lynch as she takes you on a journey through midlife to learn how diet and lifestyle can help you take control of your menopause symptoms. Each month Jackie covers a different topic, from managing hot flushes or dealing with anxiety to intimate health and strong bones. She’ll introduce you […]

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