Menopause myths, marketing red flags, and making informed choices with Alice Smellie

Meera's Menopause Podcast

September 15, 2025 ∙ 40 mins
Episode 78

About

In this episode of Meera’s Menopause Podcast, I’m joined by journalist and author Alice Smellie to talk about the confusion, marketing noise, and misinformation that so often surrounds menopause. From spotting red flags in wellness products to navigating the pressure to “go natural,” we explore how women can cut through the noise and get the support they need.

If you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or supporting someone who is, Meera shares evidence-based guidance and real life strategies to help you feel empowered, educated, and in control of your health.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • How to spot misleading advice and marketing

  • The risks of wellness trends that aren’t rooted in evidence

  • What to consider when weighing natural vs medical options

  • Why so many women still feel dismissed—and what to do about it

  • How Alice’s own experience shaped the way she writes about menopause

Got questions or a topic you'd like Meera to cover? Reach out and join the conversation!

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Guest: Alice Smellie
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Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Menopause-Is-Hot/Mariella-Frostrup/9781668068977

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Podcast

Meera's Menopause Podcast

Episode

78

Date

September 15, 2025

Length

40 mins
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  • SIGNS YOU NEED A DIGITAL DETOXING | BECKY & MEERA BHOGAL

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  • GUT HEALTH | SOHN AURSUDKIJ & MEERA BHOGAL

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Meera's Menopause Podcast

Meera’s Menopause Podcast is a podcast for women who want to learn about health, menopause and nutrition. We explore topics related to the journey of peri-menopause, menopause, post-menopause and beyond, and our aim is to provide knowledge as well as practical tips and advice on how you can improve your health and wellbeing. —— Website: […]

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