Menopause and long term health – Dr Nick Panay Ep 21

Henpicked Menopause Podcast

January 24, 2022 ∙ 27 mins
Episode 21

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In this episode we look at the impact menopause has on your long term health, with Mr Nick Panay, Consultant  and Gynaecologist.

Find out more about Mr Nick Panay and Hormone Health here:

https://hormonehealth.co.uk

Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support.

Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone.

This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Your menopause, your choice. 

For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to:

https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub

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Henpicked Menopause Podcast

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21

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January 24, 2022

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27 mins
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  • Sleep – Jackie Lynch Ep 41

    Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep during the menopause transition? Would you like to know what you can do to improve your sleep naturally? With some excellent advice on nutrition and practical solutions for a better bedtime regime award winning Jackie Lynch the founder of WellWellWell Nutrition clinic is on hand in […]

  • Menopause and periods – Dr Karen Morton Ep 40

    Handling changes in our periods can be a real problem during the menopause transition. If you’re struggling with problematic periods or flooding, this episode is full of expert advice from Dr Karen Morton from Dr Mortons. Find out more about Dr Mortons here: https://www.drmortons.co.uk/services Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women […]

  • Depression – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 39

    Changes in mood are a symptom of the menopause. Some women develop depression, and some may have experienced it before. So how do you tell what’s going on and what you can do about it? With some expert advice is Dr Clare Spencer from My Menopause Centre. Access a transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-depression-2 […]

  • HRT Top Tips – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 38

    Are you taking HRT but not sure if it’s working? Can’t get hold of the one you’re used to due to shortages? Think you need to change or are thinking of stopping? In this Episode we are joined by Dr Clare Spencer from My Menopause Centre who offers advice and explain more about HRT. You […]

  • Nutrition for PMS – Jackie Lynch Ep 37

    Did you know that there’s a link between nutrition and PMS? In this episode we are joined by award-winning Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women’s health and the menopause. Jackie Lynch explains what you can do to manage the symptoms. To access a transcript of this Podcast, click […]

  • Endometriosis – Dr Karen Morton Ep 36

    Endometriosis can be a debilitating condition for sufferers. In this episode we find out how Endometriosis affects the menopause transition. To talk about the condition, we are joined by Dr Karen Morton, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Founder and Medical Director of Dr Morton’s, The Medical Helpline. To access a transcript of this Podcast, click here: […]

  • Surgical Menopause – Dr Heather Currie Ep 35

    In this episode we discuss surgical menopause e.g. hysterectomy and oophorectomy, how it affects the menopause transition and what support is available to those who experience it. I am joined by Dr Heather Currie. Dr Heather Currie is an Associate Specialist Gynaecologist at Dumfries & Galloway NHS, Trustee and past Chair of the British Menopause […]

  • Herbs for Menopause – Dr Marilyn Glenville Ep 34

    Maybe you have been told you can’t take HRT because of a personal history or family history of breast cancer. Or maybe you have decided HRT is not for you but still want help with symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats. Nature provides us with herbs which can be very powerful tools when […]

  • Stress – Columba Sodhi-Urey Ep 33

    This month is Stress Awareness Month. Stress can affect the menopause and menopause can affect how we deal with stress, but what can you do about it? In this podcast, Columba Urey, Consultant and Psychotherapist, shares a raft of expert practical tips. Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this […]

  • Line Manager – Sally Leech Ep 32

    In this episode how to talk to your Line Manager about your menopause. Thankfully, more and more employers are recognising that some women need support in the workplace during their menopause transition. Sally Leech is from Menopause in the Workplace and has some great advice in this Podcast. Not everyone struggles, but three in four […]

  • Weight Gain – Jackie Lynch Ep 31

    Do you feel like the pounds are just accumulating during the menopause and nothing helps? Do you want to know the facts around weight gain and what you can do? Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women’s health and the menopause has some expert top tips on what you […]

  • Bone Health Part 2 – Dr Shahzadi Harper Ep 30

    In this episode we discuss how menopause can affect long term health, in particular bone health – osteoporosis – and what you can do about it. Our guest is Dr Shazadi Harper from The Harper Clinic. Find out more about the Harper Clinic here:  https://theharperclinic.com Your menopause, your choice.  For more from the Henpicked Menopause […]

  • HRT Risks and Benefits – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 29

    Do you know enough about HRT to make an informed choice about whether it’s right for you? In this episode we’ll discuss the benefits and risks of HRT. Henpicked’s Deborah Garlick talks to Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Your menopause, your choice.  For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, […]

  • Libido – Jackie Lynch Ep 28

    In this episode we talk about menopause and boosting your libido naturally we are joined by award-winning Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women’s health and the menopause. She has some expert top tips on how to give your libido a boost, naturally. Find out more about Jackie here: […]

  • Carolyn Harris MP Ep 27

    In this episode  I speak to Carolyn Harris the Labour MP for Swansea East, chair of the all-party group on menopause. We talk about finding a better way of supporting women through the menopause. Carolyn Harris MP wants to create legislation to help women in the workplace with menopause, make changes at GP surgeries with […]

  • Ageing – Dr Liz McCulloch Ep 26

    How does the menopause affect our ageing process.  In this episode we are joined by  Dr Liz McCulloch from Hormone Health. Liz helps us understand what factors influence how we age – including our skin and hair along with expert insights into what we can do. For more about this episode including a transcript: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-its-effect-on-ageing/ […]

  • Anxiety – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 25

    Did you know that anxiety is one of the lesser known symptoms of the menopause? Fluctuating hormones can cause feelings of anxiety or depression but what can you do about it? Dr Clare Spencer is from the My Menopause Centre. In this episode we discussed the important topic of managing anxiety during the menopause and […]

  • Skin Part 2 – Dr Emma Wedgeworth Ep 24

    Part 2 of our Menopause and skin and we speak to Consultant Dermatologist Dr Emma Wedgeworth.  For more about this episode: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-skin-dr-emma-wedgeworth-part-2 The Emepelle skin treatment mentioned in the podcast, for more details: https://emepelle.co.uk/#henpicked Follow Dr Emma Wedgeworth on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/dremwedgeworth Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this […]

  • Fertility – Francesca Steyn Ep 23

    In this episode we look at how menopause impacts your fertility, and when. Some excellent advice from our guest Francesca Steyn, Director of Fertility Services at Peppy Health on what you can do if you’re struggling with fertility as a result of your menopause transition. We also discuss what your options are if you’ve experienced […]

  • Pelvic Floor – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 22

    Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, bowel and the uterus. They prevent incontinence of bladder and bowel, prolapse and are also important in sexual function. But the pelvic floor can weaken during menopause which makes it important that we talk about this and understand what we can do. Dr Clare Spencer joins us with help, […]

  • Menopause and long term health – Dr Nick Panay Ep 21

    In this episode we look at the impact menopause has on your long term health, with Mr Nick Panay, Consultant  and Gynaecologist. Find out more about Mr Nick Panay and Hormone Health here: https://hormonehealth.co.uk Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been […]

  • Early Menopause, Fertility, Work – Becky Kearns Ep 20

    In this episode the story of Becky Kearns. She is a mum to three girls all thanks to egg donation. ‘Mum’ is a word Becky feared she’d never get the chance to use, due to a diagnosis of Premature Ovarian Insufficiency, a form of very early menopause. In this episode Becky tells her own story, […]

  • Menopause and Skin – Dr Emma Wedgeworth Ep 19

    In this episode – Menopause and Skin with Consultant Dermatologist Dr Emma Wedgeworth. How does menopause affect our skin, and what we can do about it. The Emepelle skin treatment mentioned in the podcast, for more details: https://emepelle.co.uk/#henpicked Follow Dr Emma Wedgeworth on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/dremwedgeworth   Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as […]

  • Nutrition and Diet – New Year – Jackie Lynch Ep 18

    In this first episode of the New Year – diet and nutrition – some excellent advice on how to kick start the New Year without beating yourself up.   Find out more about Jackie here: https://www.well-well-well.co.uk Access a Transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/lockdown-menopause-diets-nutrition/ Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on […]

  • Festive Nutrition – Jackie Lynch Ep 17

    Are you ready for some festive food? Jackie Lynch founder of the Well, Well, Well, Clinic has the task of proving she is not going to be Jackie Grinch at Christmas with some excellent swaps for the Christmas fayre we all love to indulge in at this time of the year.   Find out more […]

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – CBT – Professor Myra Hunter Ep 16

    In this episode Professor Myra Hunter of King’s College London, the UK’s leading expert on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and menopause. Myra explains how CBT can help everything from hot flushes to mindset, and much more. This is a great way to explore how CBT could help you. Access a Transcript of this Podcast here: […]

  • Sex Part Two with Dr Claire Macaulay Ep 15

    Enjoying a sex life or just to be able to make decisions about our sexual desire can be helped if we are informed and Dr Claire Macaulay, of The Pleasure Possibility is a fantastic guest who in this episode talks more about sex and the menopause. Access a Transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-sex-part-two In […]

  • Menopause and Resilience with Danny Simmonds Ep 14

    How resilience can help us manage our menopause.  In this episode I am talking to Danny Simmonds from Menopause in the Workplace and Silver Lining. Danny has some fantastic advice about managing stress and dealing with those dark days when you just don’t feel your old self.   Access a Transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-resilience-and-stress-management/ […]

  • Thyroid with Dr Marilyn Glenville PhD Ep 13

    In this episode – menopause and thyroid problems. At Henpicked we are frequently asked questions about how these affect each other. Our guest is  Dr Marilyn Glenville PhD of Glenville Nutrition, who specialises in women’s health. In this Podcast we cover the function of the thyroid gland, symptoms relating to thyroid problems and, importantly, what […]

  • Early Menopause with Dr Nick Panay Ep 12

    In this episode early menopause and how it is treated.   Our guest is Dr Nick Panay, Consultant Gynaecologist. Early menopause occurs when periods stop before the age of 45, which probably affects about 10-15% of women. If this happens before the age of 40, it’s known as premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), which affects about 1% […]

  • Periods with Dr Karen Morton Ep 11

    Throughout the menopausal transition, there may be a change in the normal pattern of your periods. Dr Karen Morton of Dr Morton’s – the medical helpline is our guest on this episode of the Podcast.  We will be talking about what a period is, what’s normal and what’s not, and answer some of the frequent […]

  • Weight Gain with Nutritional Therapist Jackie Lynch Ep 10

    Is it a given that you gain weight around menopause? What can you do about it? In this episode Henpicked’s Deborah Garlick talks to Jackie Lynch, who is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, discussing menopause, weight gain and diets.  Jackie Lynch’s book “The Happy Menopause” available on Amazon here: https://tinyurl.com/572xsu8v Menopause, it’s always been around, as […]

  • Sleep with Dr Justine Setchell and Dr Jessica Baron Ep 09

    Our sleep patterns can go haywire during menopause, so what can you do to get a good night’s sleep? In this episode we look at why sleep can be so elusive during menopause and what you can do about it. Our guests on this Podcast are Dr Justine Setchell and Dr Jessica Baron of Hormone […]

  • Bone Health with Dr Marilyn Glenville Ep 08

    Today is Menopause Awareness Day and the focus this year is on Bone Health. Dr Marilyn Glenville of Glenville Nutrition, who specialises in women’s health is our guest in this episode. We talk about bone health and how to maintain good bone health throughout our lives. This is such an important topic and Dr Marilyn […]

  • Mental Health with Linda Gillham from Peppy Health Ep 07

    Menopause and perimenopause can lead to irritability, sadness, lack of motivation, aggressiveness, problems focusing, stress, difficulty concentrating, and depression Healthy Minds Lead at Peppy Health, Linda Gillham has some great advice on mental health and techniques we can use.   Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and […]

  • Fatigue with Jackie Lynch Ep 06

    In this episode we discuss fatigue during the menopause. This is one of the most frequent symptoms women tell us at Henpicked they experience at some point. Deborah Garlick speaks to Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women’s health and the menopause. So if you’re finding your energy on […]

  • Menopause, Covid, Work, with Kathy Abernethy Ep 05

    What’s the relationship between menopause, Covid and work? In this episode we speak to Kathy Abernethy to tell us more and share expert top tips about what you can do. Kathy is the former chair of The British Menopause Society and Director of Menopause Services at Peppy Health, Find out more: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/ Find out more: […]

  • Sex – Dr Claire Macauley Ep 04

    Feeling like you’ve lost your sex drive? Don’t feel sexy or desirable any more? In this episode expert top tips on what you can do about it with Dr Claire Macauley. Find out more: https://henpicked.net/category/menopause-hub/ Find out more about The Pleasure Possibility on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/The-Pleasure-Possibility-309173206381245/ Or visit the Pleasure Possibility website here: https://www.pleasurepossibility.com/the-pleasure-possibility-programme Menopause, […]

  • Brain Fog – Dr Shahzadi Harper Ep 03

    In this episode we discuss how menopause can affect mental health, in particular brain fog, and what you can do about it. Find out more: https://henpicked.net/category/menopause-hub/ Find out more about Dr Shahzadi Harper and the Harper Clinic: https://theharperclinic.com Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived […]

  • Talking to your Doctor – Kathy Abernethy Ep 02

    Thinking of going to the GP about your menopause, or been but didn’t get what you wanted? Here’s top tips from menopause expert Kathy Abernethy. In this episode we’ll discuss what everyone needs to know about how to get the best from your GP appointment. Find out more: https://henpicked.net/category/menopause-hub/ Find out more about Peppy Health: […]

  • Hot Flushes – Dr Tonye Wokoma Ep 01

    Struggling with hot flushes? Don’t know what you can do about them? In this episode, Dr Tonye Wokoma of The Menopause Centre, we discussed what everyone needs to know about hot flushes and what you can do about them. Find out more: https://henpicked.net/category/menopause-hub/ Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on […]

  • How to lose weight without feeling hungry – the best method for fat loss without dieting and counting calories | Prof Giles Yeo & Dr Federica Amati

    Why are you not losing weight?  Many of us ask this, and the advice on how to lose weight often leaves you feeling hungry. We’ve been told weight loss means eating less, moving more, but for lasting fat loss dieting, calorie counting, and willpower may not be the answer. In today’s episode, Professor Giles Yeo, […]

  • SEEN & HEARD: Perimenopause, Brain Fog & Mental Health: Finding Yourself Again with Alison Gary & Dr. Harita Raja

    “I was having a hard time finishing sentences. I was having a hard time looking people in the eye. I was not understanding what was going on with my body.” Alison Gary knew something had changed. She was experiencing sleepless nights, brain fog, joint pain, and difficulties in her relationship. But when she sought help, […]

  • Lymphatic Drainage Tips & Tools – How To Jump Your Way To Health | 310

    Women in perimenopause and menopause who feel puffy, foggy, inflamed, and heavy without a clear explanation may have never had anyone point to their lymphatic system as a contributing factor. Unlike every other major circulatory system in the body, the lymphatic system has no pump. It has no heart to push fluid through it. It […]

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    The Four-Season Rule: How to Know If It’s Real Love with My Husband, Ira Bernstein

    So many women come out of a divorce believing that part of life is over. Not because they’ve stopped wanting connection, but because they no longer trust themselves to choose it. Tamsen was one of them. By the time she met Ira, she had decided she would never marry again, and she meant it. In […]

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    Gabby explores the realities of parenting, sharing the mottos and advice you’ve sent in and asking what it really means to get it right as a parent. Reflecting on her own experiences, she considers the guilt we carry, and how our approach to parenting changes as our children grow up. If you have any questions, […]

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    Why does desire fade in long-term relationships? And could everything we’ve been taught about female pleasure be wrong? In this eye-opening episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall is joined by clinical psychologist and psychosexologist Dr Karen Gurney to explore the truth about female pleasure, sexual desire and intimacy, and why so much of what we’ve […]

  • 118 – Can your skincare products disrupt your hormones?

    Can your skincare products affect your hormones? This episode covers what endocrine disruptors are and how to read a skincare product label. Gina Lewis spent many years working in early years education, and when her daughter, now nearly 12, started wanting the products her friends used, Gina began looking closely at what goes into them. […]

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    This episode is a MUST listen.  It’s one of the most important conversations about women’s health we’ve ever had on The Mel Robbins Podcast.  Today, you’re going to learn life-saving information every woman needs to know about cancer prevention, the screenings and tests that could help detect cancer early, and how to advocate for your […]

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    It’s that time again – the hotline is open! On this week’s Happy Place Hotline, Fearne helps busy listener Hannah find ways to slow down. We also hear from Claire in Norfolk, who feels like she’s doing life alone and wants to find connection. Plus, Steve brings a tear to Fearne’s eye with his love […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Sauna & Cold Water Therapy

    On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the health benefits of saunas and cold water therapy, and why exposing ourselves to heat and cold can have such a powerful effect on how we feel. We explore some of the fascinating research into regular sauna use, including a large Finnish study linking […]

  • Reset Your Relationship with Food and Learn to Trust Your Hunger

    Join us on Menopause Made Easy as Dilyana Mileva welcomes Shirley Billigmeier for a conversation about resetting your relationship with food and learning to use hunger as a guide. From grabbing bites while making dinner to reaching for something sweet after a stressful day, Shirley explores the everyday habits that can make it harder to […]

  • Midlife Sexual Health: Healing Trauma and Reclaiming Pleasure in Intimacy

    Menopause Mastery | Midlife Sexual Health: Healing Trauma and Reclaiming Pleasure in Intimacy | Episode 304 with Brooke Bralove Welcome to Menopause Mastery! 🌿 Sexuality and intimacy can change dramatically during midlife and menopause. But what happens when past trauma, stress, relationship challenges, or years of putting everyone else first make it difficult to feel […]

  • Closing the Coverage Gap with Janet Liang, EVP & President of Oscar Insurance

    Janet Liang, executive vice president and president of Oscar Insurance brings decades of healthcare experience to the menopause conversation. She joins Stacy to talk about how menopause care fits into coverage today, how insurers are starting to design around women’s needs in midlife, and what it will take for menopause care to be treated as […]

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    Artist, author, and gravel racer Lisa Congdon is back for the first time in more than three years, and a lot has happened. She had both knees replaced seven weeks apart, raced the Unbound 50 five months later, and got her power numbers back. Then she decided to stop chasing them. Lisa talks about her […]

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    What if you could retire with confidence, enjoy the money you’ve worked so hard to save, and create a reliable income stream that lasts for the rest of your life? This week, we welcome back Jean Chatzky, renowned financial journalist, financial education advocate, and author of Forever Paycheck, to discuss how women over 50 can […]

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    In this episode, I'm chatting with my sister Teresa about the little things that make a BIG difference in everyday life. Since joining the Vibrant Living Academy, she's noticed she can put her pants on while standing with better balance and ease. She's also realized that an ankle that used to bother her regularly for […]

  • Episode 243 – Why This Menopause Doctor Isn't Against Supplements

    Ever wondered which supplements might actually help you feel better during or after cancer treatment and help ease menopause symptoms? And which ones are worth your money? When you’re feeling exhausted, struggling with symptoms and desperate to feel more like yourself, it’s tempting to head straight to the health food shop. But with so much […]

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    How can we nourish ourselves in our 50s and beyond without the overwhelm of diet advice? Liz is joined by Dr Mandy Leonhardt, GP and nutritional consultant for supplement brand SISTERLY, to explore how our nutrient needs change with age. They discuss the essential vitamins and minerals women need at this stage of life, and […]

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  • 248 | What's the Best Exercise to Lose Belly Fat During Menopause?

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