Why Hormone Balancing Diets Are Bullsh*t with Abby Langer

Perimenopause WTF?

October 8, 2022 ∙ 64 mins
Episode 28

About

This time Rachel meets with Abby Langer, registered dietitian, food & nutrition writer and author of the bestselling book Good Food, Bad Diet 📚.

Abby and Rachel talk about diet culture including

  • hormone diets
    • predatory language
    • if any foods are really off-limits 
    • eating disorders in midlife 
    • and the most infuriating myths Abby works to debunk for all of us


Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause warriors, because perimenopause is so much easier when you are not alone.

Drop your questions for future speakers here.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not medical advice, does not take the place of medical advice from your physician, and is not intended to treat or cure any disease. Patients should see a qualified medical provider for assessment and treatment.

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Podcast

Perimenopause WTF?

Episode

28

Date

October 8, 2022

Length

64 mins
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    Rachel meets with Dana & Wendy, co-founders of Camp Reinvention.  The heart and soul of Camp Reinvention is The Camp Reinvention Process™ — the only program of it’s kind for mid-lifers who want to create new possibilities and live the life they were meant for.  Wendy Perrotti is a master-level Certified Professional Coach, speaker and leadership […]

  • Menopause Solutions – Real Talk, Real Strategies with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz

    This time Rachel meets with Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz MD – OBGYN and author of 'Menopause Bootcamp' Dr. Gilberg-Lenz will talk us through solutions for menopause and provide us with the real talk we need and actionable strategies to take away. Download our free perry app⁠ to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause warriors, because perimenopause […]

  • 10 Most Common Menopause Questions I Hear From My Patients with Dr. Shyama Mathews

    Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause warriors, read more evidence-based resources, listen to our free meditations. This time Rachel talks with Dr. Shyama Mathews, board certified gynecologist and NAMS certified menopause specialist.  Dr. Mathews sheds a light on the most common questions she hears from her patients about […]

  • Cognition & Mood in Perimenopause with Dr. Mary Jane Minkin

    This time Rachel  meets with Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, practicing gynecologist, with a special interest in menopause. Both will talk about cognition, mood and sleep during the menopause transition. All three topics are discussed and talk about a lot in our perry sisterhood. Dr. Minkin is a North American Menopause Society Certified Menopause Clinician. She […]

  • Crushing Age Stereotypes at 59 with Mimi Ison

    This time Rachel talks with Mimi Ison about midlife, changes and crushing stereotypes. Mimi is your new pro-aging friend! Originally a Northern Cali girl, she has been living in LA for over 2 decades. In her mid-50s she was trying to figure out how to do this getting older thing when your body gets as […]

  • Pellets, Hormones and Breast Cancer – Myths & Truths with Dr. Corinne Menn

    This time Rachel meets  with Dr. Corinne Menn, board certified OB-GYN, NAMS menopause specialist, breast cancer survivor and medical advisor at Alloy. Rachel and Dr. Menn will debunk myths around pellets (there are so many questions!!!),  menopausal hormone therapy and breast cancer. Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause […]

  • How To Maintain Healthy Habits During The Holidays with Dr. Mittal

    This time Rachel meets Richa Mittal, MD. Dr. Richa Mittal founded her membership-based weight loss and metabolic health practice Radiant Health Weight Loss and Wellness to provide the Frisco and DFW community with a unique and comprehensive solution. By keeping her membership practice small, she is able to offer personalized and integrative care that is […]

  • How To Train Effectively During Your Menopause Transition with Kate Rowe-Ham

    This time Rachel meets with the wonderful Kate Rowe-Ham. Kate Rowe-Ham is a Women’s Health Coach with a special interest in menopause fitness and nutrition. She is also the founder of the Owning Your Menopause App. Kate is passionate about educating women on how to exercise at this time and how movement and diet go hand […]

  • The 4 Stages of Menopause with Dr. Kamilia Smith

    This time Rachel talks with Dr. Kamilia Smith – Women’s Health Expert, OBGYN, Menopausal Medicine and CEO + Founder of Charleston House. Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause warriors, because perimenopause is so much easier when you are not alone. Check out our new book – ⁠The Perry Menopause […]

  • Surgical Menopause at 34 with Victoria Hardy

    Tďťżhis time Rachel talks with Victoria Hardy. Victoria Hardy is a Menopause Mentor, Conversationalist and up-coming author. A 30 something experiencing Chemical and now Surgical Menopause since age 33, she’s shouting loud for those who are outside, the societal Menopause box. With 22 years corporate banking transformation experience, she disrupted the norm at work to […]

  • Early Menopause and POI (Premature Ovarian Insufficiency) with Dr. Mandy Leonhardt

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Mandy Leonhardt. Dr Mandy Leonhardt is a fully qualified and GMC registered GP. She is particularly interested in women’s health, nutrition and healthy ageing and my ongoing professional development reflects this passion. She offers a private clinic which specializes in the holistic assessment and individualized treatment of hormonal imbalances […]

  • Revolutionize Your Midlife with Dr. Amanda Hanson

    This time Rachel meets Dr. Amanda Hanson, clinical psychologist & coach. And together, they are going to reimagine Midlife & reclaim the glory of being women—in all our nuanced, imperfect beauty. To reclaim our beauty and bodies and all the parts of us they told us were no longer lovable or valuable. This is what […]

  • Why Hormone Balancing Diets Are Bullsh*t with Abby Langer

    This time Rachel meets with Abby Langer, registered dietitian, food & nutrition writer and author of the bestselling book Good Food, Bad Diet 📚. Abby and Rachel talk about diet culture including hormone diets predatory language if any foods are really off-limits  eating disorders in midlife  and the most infuriating myths Abby works to debunk […]

  • No-Nonsense Perimenopause Nutrition Advice with Emma Bardwell

    This time Rachel meets with Emma Bardwell. Emma Bardwell is a registered nutritionist, health writer and author of the book The Perimenopause Solution. Her evidence-based, no-nonsense approach has made her one of the go-to names in women’s health and nutrition. She combines the most up-to-date research with a 360-degree lifestyle audit to help women optimise […]

  • Smashing The Menopause Taboo with Award Winning TV Journalist Tamsen Fadal

    This time Rachel meets Tamsen Fadal, Emmy winning TV Journalist, Anchor and Menopause Advocate. Both will talk about smashing the menopause taboo in an industry which has a history of being tough on women in their midlife stage. Tamsen Fadal is evening news anchor at WPIX-TV for the last decade,  a wife, bonus mom to […]

  • WTF – Why Do Hormones Impact my Skin? with Caire Beauty Co-Founder Celeste Lee

    This time Rachel meets with Celeste Lee, co-founder of Caire Beauty – skin care for ‘grown ups’. Celeste and Rachel will talk about skin health and perimenopause, how hormonal changes can impact our skin and what’s going on with that peri acne! Check out Caire Beauty’s beautiful skin care assortment here. With the exclusive code […]

  • Money & Midlife with Allison Kvikstad – Certified Financial Planner™

    This time Rachel meets with Allison Kvikstad – Certified Financial Planner™ to talk about everything Retirement Planning – Saving & Preparing. Although an unusual topic here in our perry sisterhood it is an IMPORTANT one and one that is often swept under the rug. Women are have often been taught not to talk about money […]

  • Perimenopause 101 – Let's Talk The Essentials with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany – OBGYN and founder of Tribe Called V.  Rachel and Dr. Ghofrany talk ind-depth perimenopause knowledge, symptoms and treatment options. It is a much needed session to deep dive into perimenopause essentials, preparing us to understand symptoms, decrease anxiety and lead an efficient conversation with our health […]

  • How to Heal & Thrive After Divorce with Tonya Carter

    This time Rachel meets with Tonya Carter, certified, speaker, coach & author of “Divorce Your Story – A Woman’s Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce”. Being a single mother of two, Tonya realized that she allowed her circumstances to hold her back from discovering her true life’s purpose. Experiencing divorced, five job losses in […]

  • Treating Symptoms with Western or Naturopathic Medicine? with Dr. Ballard and Dr. Stansbury

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Joy’El Ballard, OBGYN and Dr. Jillian Stansbury, Naturopathic Family Physician and formulator for Wile Women a plant-based brand for peri/menopause solutions. Herbs, plant-based solutions, HRT, supplements, birth control, lifestyle changes? The list of treatment options is long and often polarising. We are bringing together 2 leading voices in the […]

  • Metabolism 101 – WTF Is Happening & How You Can Improve it with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

    This time Rachel meets with Alyssa Olenick, PhD. Weight Gain and a changing metabolism are one of the key concerns in the perry sisterhood. Alyssa is an Exercise Physiologist, sports nutritionist, weight lifter, and ultra runner. She is known for her high energy and sassy approach to bringing science to your training in a no-nonsense […]

  • Breast Cancer, PeriMenopause & HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) with Dr. Liz O'Riordan

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Liz O’Riordan, breast surgeon, breast cancer survivor, author and podcaster. You can order Dr. O´Riordan’s book ‘The Complete Guide To Breast Cancer’ here and subscribe here to her podcast ‘Don’t Ignore The Elephant’. Dr. O’Riordan talks us through her journey of breast cancer, menopause & the role of HRT […]

  • Anyone Else Falling Apart Or Is It Just Me? with Jen Mann

    This time Rachel meets with Jen Mann. Jen Mann is best known for her wildly popular and hysterical blog People I Want to Punch in the Throat. She has been described by many as Erma Bombeck―with f-bombs. Jen is the author of the New York Times bestseller People I Want to Punch in the Throat: […]

  • Sleep Apnea and Perimenopause with Emma Cooksey

    This time Rachel meets with Emma Cooksey – the host of the Sleep Apnea Stories podcast. Emma Cooksey is a podcast host and writer.   She was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea at the age of 30, after more than a decade of unexplained health problems.  Once diagnosed, she felt alone while navigating life with sleep […]

  • Perimenopause Weight Loss – No Bullsh*t Advice from Susan Niebergall and Kim Schlag

    Rachel meets with the power duo Susan Niebergall, online coach at Inner Circle and Kim Schlag, personal trainer & nutrition coach for women 40+. The three of them talk one of the most discussed perimenopause topic : weight gain and weight management. Susan and Kim are known for their no bullsh*t advice and pragmatic tips […]

  • How To Find Relief with Arthritis & Joint Pain with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn

    Rachel meets with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn physical therapist in Salt Lake City, UT, osteoarthritis specialist, and founder of Keep the Adventure Alive. Rachel & Dr. Kuhn will talk about osteoarthritis, joint pain in perimenopause and non-surgical lifestyle interventions for improvement. Dr. Kuhn specializes in osteoarthritis treatment because she found through her physical therapy career, people […]

  • Early Menopause After Breast Cancer with Dani Binnington

    Rachel meets with Dani Binnington patients advocate, breast cancer survivor and creating awareness around early menopause after cancer. Rachel & Dani talk about Dani’s journey through breast cancer which lead her into early menopause. Dani’s journey to seek a holistic approach to her wellbeing started after her breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 33. […]

  • How To Take Care Of Your Skin During Perimenopause with Rochelle Weitzner

    This time Rachel meets with Rochelle Weitzner, founder and CEO of Pause Well-Aging. A skin care brand specifically for peri/menopause warriors. Rachel & Rochelle talk about everything skin and perimenopause, the right beauty routine and must have skin care products for anyone in perimenopause. Perimenopause WTF Questions which will be answered during this perry talk […]

  • Women Are Not Small Men with Dr. Stacy Sims

    Rachel meets with Dr. Stacy T Sims – a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionize exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, focusing on female athlete health and performance and pushing the dogma to improve research on […]

  • ADHD & Perimenopause with Dr. Hamdani

    This time Rachel meets and talks with Dr. Sasha Hamdani Board Certified Psychiatrist, ADHD specialist and author of the book Self Care of People with ADHD.   Rachel & Dr. Hamdani talk about ADHD & Perimenopause.  Does ADHD get worse during perimenopause?  What is the difference in symptoms?  Can you develop it at a later age?  […]

  • Perimenopause Treatment Options with Dr. Sharon Malone

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Dr. Sharon Malone, Chief Medical Officer at Alloy – an online provider for personalized menopause solutions. Dr. Sharon Malone is a force of good, who educates about menopause with compassion. In this perry talk you can […]

  • How To Live Your Best Sex Life During Perimenopause with Kelly Casperson, MD

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Kelly Casperson, MD Urologist and Author of the Book & Podcast ‘You Are Not Broken’. Rachel & Dr. Casperson talk about perimenopause and sexual desire. To learn more about the wonderful Dr. Kelly Casperson Check out […]

  • Pleasure – How To Communicate Your Body Changes With Your Partner with Dr. Laurie Mintz

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets Dr. Laurie Mintz to talk about how to address our body changes and potential pleasure changes during perimenopause to our partner.  Dr. Mintz (check out her website here) is psychologist, professor, speaker and author of ‘Becoming Cliterate’ […]

  • Perimenopause 1-0-1 with Dr. Annice Mukherjee

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Annice Mukherjee, Consultant Endocrinologist, Speaker and Author of the book The Complete Guide To The Menopause Rachel & Dr. Mukherjee shed light into the dark of the essentials of perimenopause, must knows, treatment options and different stages. Perimenopause WTF Questions which will be answered during this perry talk What […]

  • Sobriety in Midlife with Lori Massicot

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Lori Massicot. Lori is an advocate for midlife made healthy, happy and alcohol-free. Rachel & Lori talk about sobriety in perimenopause and midlife. Click here – to learn more about Lori Massicot and her ‘To 50 […]

  • Sleep Disorders & Solutions in Perimenopause with Dr. Shelby Harris

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Dr. Shelby Harris to talk everything sleep problems and perimenopause. Dr. Harris specializes in the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression. She is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (BSM) by the […]

  • Premature Menopause at Age 14 with Hayley Cockman

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Hayley Cockman, who experienced menopause at the age of 14. She is now an avid advocate for peri/menopause awareness. To learn more about the magnificent Hayley, check out her instagram. Perimenopause can be a lonely journey […]

  • Heart Health in Perimenopause with Dr. Nicole Harkin

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets and talks with Dr. Nicole Harkin –  board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Clinical Lipidology (Cholesterol Doctor) Rachel & Dr. Harkin talk about everything heart health and perimenopause – a must listen for […]

  • How To Support Perimenopause With Lifestyle Hacks with Amanda Thebe

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Amanda Thebe, best-selling author of her book Menopocalypse. Rachel & Dr. Casperson talk about how to live your best perimenopause through lifestyle hacks. Check out Amanda’s Instagram channel here.  Perimenopause can be a lonely journey – […]

  • Parenting in Perimenopause with Dr. Sarah Milken

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Sarah Milken founder and host of the podcast ‘The Flexible Neurotic’ Rachel & Sarah talk about parenting, midlife self reinvention and how to learn to be kind with yourself. What you should do next! Go and check out Sarah’s podcast, have a laugh and learn a ton Join our […]

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    How to Be Brave Enough to Start Over, with Rita Wilson

    What if it’s not too late to do the thing you always wanted to do? At 56 years old, Rita Wilson decided to find out, and the woman she became on the other side of that decision is the one she sits down with Tamsen to talk about today on The Tamsen Show. For decades, […]

  • Start Where You Are: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven Protocol to Feel Stronger & Look Younger in Weeks

    If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have time to take care of myself,” or “this is just part of getting older,” this episode is for you.  Today, you’re going to learn exactly what to do to start feeling better and getting stronger, with results you’ll see and feel in as little as 4 weeks.  In […]

  • Fear can be wonderful or destructive! How to negotiate with doubt, with Joseph Fiennes

    Without something creative to pour himself into, actor Joseph Fiennes says he’d eat himself alive. In this chat with Fearne, Joseph thinks about why if he doesn’t have a challenge to wear him out, restlessness and doubt will take over entirely. They also explore the strange duality of loving your craft… but dreading the judgment […]

  • Why do I never feel ‘good enough’?

    We all know that feeling of being pulled in every direction and never being quite good enough – but does it really have to be this way? Liz discusses why so many women feel inadequate in midlife, and looks at ways to shift our priorities and quieten our inner critic with a little self-compassion. Plus: […]

  • 14 Alternatives To HRT That Can Help Menopause Symptoms (herbal, supplements, therapies)

    What can you do if HRT isn’t right for you? 🤝 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 non-hormonal options that may help with perimenopause and menopause symptoms — from CBT, hypnotherapy and acupuncture to herbal remedies, antidepressants, […]

  • Life Transitions: Karen and Forrest's Exit

    Karen marks a major transition for Itchy and Bitchy as future hosts Stephen Miller and Dr. Keith Hnilica turn the tables and interview her about major life changes. Together, they reflect on significant transitions in life—from parenthood and changing careers to the handoff of the podcast itself. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on […]

  • Becky’s Client Case Study Part 2: How to Maintain Weight Loss Without Tracking

    In Part 2 of Becky’s real client case study, you’ll hear an actual coaching conversation breaking down what happens after fat loss, and how women in menopause can maintain their results without obsessively tracking every bite forever. We talk about: • The transition out of dieting phases • Why maintenance feels scary for so many women • Learning […]

  • Forget the bikini body, exercise for your 'old lady body' – with Elizabeth Davies

    Exercise is vital for maintaining strength, independence and vitality well into our later years, but it’s easy to lose your fitness mojo in midlife. Personal trainer Elizabeth Davies joins Liz to talk about the power of movement – and easy ways to get started. They discuss how fitness has been marketed as a way to […]

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    Jamie Lynn Sigler: How to Forgive Yourself and Rewrite Your Story

    Jamie Lynn Sigler is an award-winning actress best known for her role as Meadow Soprano on The Sopranos, as well as author and co-host of the MeSsy podcast with Christina Applegate. Today, Jamie is encouraging you to stop hiding the heaviest parts of yourself. In a radically honest conversation with Tamsen Fadal, she speaks vulnerably […]

  • 66 – PMDD and mental health: what’s really going on?

    What if severe changes in your mental health were being driven by your hormones? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dr Isabella Sillar, an Australian doctor, who shares her powerful and deeply personal experience of living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Despite being in medical training, Isabella struggled for years with severe […]

  • If You’re Feeling Stuck in Life, Listen to This

    If you’ve been feeling lost, overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re meant for more but can’t seem to move forward, this episode is for you.  It’s finally time you get unstuck.  In today’s solo episode, Mel breaks down the 3 traps that keep you stuck – the hidden patterns that leave you wishing, overthinking, and doubting […]

  • Fit Formula Workshop 5/13 Replay

    This is a replay of tonight’s FIT Formula workshop. We had such a great turnout and so many amazing questions. Inside the workshop we covered:• why eating less and doing more cardio stops working in menopause• how to repair your metabolism before fat loss• the exact FIT Formula framework we use with clients• why maintenance […]

  • I still get triggered! Fearne on how to heal, cope with hangxiety, and having an empty nest

    Fearne isn’t a massive fan of the relentless pressure to reach a definitive state of happiness. It’s just not realistic, so she’s dropping into your feed every week for some chat about what’s making her – and you! – feel great, and what’s making us feel completely crap. This is the cosy corner where there’s […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Self Doubt

    On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucyďżź and I are talking about something every single one of us experiences at some point…self-doubt. We discuss why it’s so common and why it stops us speaking up, going for things, or trusting ourselves fully. We also share some of the things that have genuinely helped us quiet our […]

  • Mariel Hemingway Shares How to Age Boldly and Embrace Your Authentic Self

    Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com New Episode with Mariel Hemingway! Actress and wellness advocate Mariel Hemingway joins Bridgett and Colleen to discuss authentic living, women’s empowerment, and thriving in midlife. Mariel shares how her programs Rise to Remember and Return of the Queen help women reconnect with their inner strength, overcome feelings of invisibility, and build healthier […]

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    Menopause Masterclass: HRT Safety, Patch Absorption, Progesterone Intolerance, and Bone Density

    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver answers your most asked questions about hormone therapy, menopause symptoms, and how to advocate for yourself when your doctor doesn’t have answers. She walks through who actually qualifies for HRT, what the real contraindications are versus conditions that simply require a different delivery method, and how […]

  • Ep. 218 – The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman

    In this powerful episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back her friend and colleague, Dr. Amie Hornaman—known globally as “The Thyroid Fixer.” Dr. Amie is a functional medicine expert, host of the top-rated The Thyroid Fixer podcast, and author of the new book The Thyroid Fix: The No-Nonsense Guide to Reclaiming Your Health. Together, they pull […]

  • Healing, Grief & Trusting Yourself: Carly’s Story

    In this episode of Take a Breath, I’m joined by my lovely friend Carly for a deeply honest conversation about her journey through breast cancer and everything that came with it.   Nearly three years ago, Carly was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised to undergo a mastectomy and radiotherapy. Instead, she chose a very […]

  • 65 – The truth about food and health with The Happy Pear

    What if improving your health could start with what’s on your plate? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dave and Steve Flynn, also known as The Happy Pear, for a refreshing and practical conversation about food, lifestyle and long-term health. Together, they explore how modern diets have changed, why so many of […]

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    Ask Tamsen: Relationship Q&A

    How do you and your partner argue? Are you the one who freezes when things get uncomfortable, or are you the one who keeps pushing for an answer?  In this Q&A solo episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen sits down with producer Johanna to answer the spiciest questions you have sent in, and she does […]

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    Do Me and Ira Ever Fight? Your Spiciest Questions Answered

    Do you and your partner actually fight? Are you the one who freezes when things get uncomfortable, or are you the one who keeps pushing for an answer?  In this Q&A solo episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen sits down with producer Johanna to answer the spiciest questions you have sent in, and she does […]

  • Eps 413: Before You Start Peptides, Your Body Needs This First

    You’re not getting results from peptides for a reason. In perimenopause, there’s a shift most women feel but can’t quite explain. Your energy becomes unstable, your recovery takes longer, and even what used to “work” starts to feel inconsistent. So when you expect a breakthrough by adding peptides to your regimen, it can feel confusing […]

  • How to Eliminate Self-Doubt Forever & Build Unshakeable Confidence

    In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to beat self-doubt, stop procrastinating, and communicate with ease and confidence. Joining Mel today is Dr. ShadĂŠ Zahrai, a behavioral researcher and confidence expert, to teach you a research-backed, 4-part framework for building unshakeable confidence and eliminating self-doubt. Dr. Zahrai says that self-doubt shows up in many different ways […]

  • Sex scenes are liberating! Nafessa Williams on Rivals, racism, and self-belief

    Sex scenes involve a lot more padding and tape than you might expect! Rivals actress Nafessa Williams has found being at the centre of one of TV’s sexiest shows both nerve-wracking and incredibly liberating. In this chat with Fearne, Nafessa explores what it means to play the only black woman in a white man’s world […]

  • Hack your hydration for better energy and longevity

    What if you could supercharge your water to improve gut health, clear brain fog and increase your energy? Liz talks about fascinating new longevity research into structured water – what is it, and how is it better for us? Plus: natural remedies to boost low mood in midlife, tips for improving bone health, whether broken […]

  • Endometriosis, Fibroids & HRT: What You Need To Know

    Win a year's worth of Menopause Care appointments by entering our giveaway here: https://bit.ly/4t3ELhb Can you take HRT if you have endometriosis, adenomyosis or fibroids? In this week’s episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by Menopause Care doctor Dr Eloise Elphinstone to talk through the conditions that can make menopause treatment feel more complicated – […]

Perimenopause WTF?

Welcome to our Perimenopause WTF?! podcast – brought to you by the perry community. In this podcast your we talk everything- and we mean EVERYTHING perimenopause. Our hosts and guests help us navigate through all our WTF perimenopause moments and ‘Is this normal??’ questions. We talk with perimenopause experts, thought leaders and inspirational voices of […]

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