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 to know, and many topics women should know but are too afraid to ask.You too will be asking the question, ‘Why Don’t I Know That?’

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April 4, 2024 22 mins

#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 […]
February 26, 2024 24 mins

#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 […]
December 18, 2023 22 mins

#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 […]
December 18, 2023 27 mins

#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 […]
December 15, 2023 28 mins

#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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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 to know, and many topics women should know but are too afraid to ask.

You too will be asking the question, ‘Why Don’t I Know That?’

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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

  • #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

  • #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!

  • #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.

  • #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/ 

  • #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?

  • #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.

  • #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

  • #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 […]

  • #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 […]

  • #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/

  • #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?'

  • #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 […]

  • #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/

  • Cholesterol, SPF and fighting inflammation: Liz's 2025 highlights

    Liz reflects on the conversations that have stayed with her throughout 2025 – and shares her own thoughts on the topics that hit a nerve with listeners. She revisits why we’ve been getting SPF advice wrong, the nuanced truth about cholesterol that goes beyond ‘good’ and ‘bad’, and why your gums might be more important to […]

  • Ep 374: The Blood Work Every Woman Should Ask For In Perimenopause

    If you’ve been told your bloodwork is “normal” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, anxious, or stuck in your weight… this episode will be a game changer. In Episode 374 of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we break down the exact blood chemistry markers women in perimenopause should request, why they matter, and what they […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Enthusiasm

    On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about one of my favourite topics…enthusiasm! Enthusiasm is one of the highest vibration emotions there is; and if we’re not feeling enthusiastic about anything in our life, that’s a sign that something needs to change. But just like joy and gratitude, enthusiasm is something that we […]

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    The Fasting Doctor: 5 Science-Backed Tools to Support Your Brain in Menopause

    Menopause doesn’t just change your body. It changes how you think, how you feel, and how you see yourself. For so many women, that shift shows up as brain fog, exhaustion, lost motivation, or a quiet fear that something is “wrong,” even when nothing is. In this episode, Tamsen is joined by Dr. Mindy Pelz, […]

  • Marlo Thomas Talks Hope, Healing, and St. Jude

    At this time of year, we could think of no better guest to join us than Marlo Thomas. Marlo is an actress, producer, author and perhaps, she is best know as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Founded in 1962 by her Dad, Danny Thomas, St. Jude continues to be on […]

  • Aflevering 55 ~ Kerst zonder gezin: rouw, schuld en groei na de scheiding

    Kerst is het feest van samenzijn, zeggen we. Van warmte, gezelligheid en familie. Maar als je gezin ooit is uiteengevallen – door scheiding, sterfte, conflict of verbroken banden – wordt juist in deze dagen pijnlijk zichtbaar wat er níét meer is. In deze kerstaflevering praat Suzanne Rethans met Eva Tjooitink, eigenaar van Mindgrow Coaching & […]

  • Episode 197 – Reflections, Laughter & Gratitude: Our Christmas Eve Special

    This Christmas Eve, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our usual expert interview, today I’m bringing you some of our Menopause and Cancer team — the powerhouses of women behind the clinic, workshops, research, retreats, fundraising, and support you receive throughout the year. It’s a warm, honest, hopeful conversation about what it really […]

  • Leaving Her Dream Job for Menopause Advocacy: Tamsen Fadal on HRT & Purpose After 50

    What happens when a news anchor loses her words on live television and discovers it’s not stress, but menopause? Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to share why she walked away from her dream job in pursuit of changing the conversation around women’s health, the powerful story behind her New York […]

  • Ep. 507: The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving – Faith, Joy, and the Strawberry

    I’m sharing my favorite Pema Chodron parable and the truth about why faith and worry are the same thing—but only one gets you what you want. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/507  

  • #151: Why do I Keep Doing this with Kati Morton

    Let’s talk about the patterns we know aren’t helping… but keep falling back into anyway. People-pleasing. Perfectionism. Overfunctioning. Ever wondered why you keep doing the things you don’t want to do? This week, I’m joined by the incredible Kati Morton — licensed therapist, bestselling author, and one of the very first mental health professionals to […]

  • Why I Don't Believe Losing Just 1 lb a Week Is The Best Approach For Women In Their 50s

    For years, women in their 50s have been told that losing one pound a week is the “smart” and “sustainable” way to lose weight. I believed that too until I started seeing what actually happens in real life. I explain why slow fat loss often kills momentum, how easy it is to unintentionally erase a […]

  • Ep 373: The HTMA Test Explained — The Mineral Blueprint Your Body Has Been Begging For In Perimenopause

    If you’ve been struggling with low energy, poor sleep, anxiety, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling exhausted for no reason, this episode is about to blow your mind. In today’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we’re unpacking the HTMA Test (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) — one of the most underutilized but powerful tools for […]

  • Is it safe to stack supplements? – with Liz Earle

    Creatine, collagen, vitamins, greens powders and magnesium – can you really mix them all together, or are you doing more harm than good? Liz tackles your most pressing wellbeing concerns, from supplement stacking to winter SPF myths, essential midlife health scans and HPV.  In this episode: Can you mix supplements together? Red light therapy for […]

  • Take My Advice! Getting Through Christmas With Menopause

    Does Christmas feel overwhelming instead of joyful during menopause? In this festive solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter talks honestly about why Christmas can feel especially hard during perimenopause and menopause. We're breaking down how you can protect your energy, mood, and wellbeing during the most pressured time of year. From navigating family dynamics and emotional […]

  • Countdown of Karen's Top Ten Episodes of 2025

    Karen counts down her top 10 Itchy & Bitchy moments of 2025, from smarter New Year’s resolutions and promising UTI vaccines on the horizon to updated insights on HRT. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

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 […]

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