Episodes
Ultra-Processed Foods & the Menopause, with Jenny Tschiesche, Nutritionist & Author. S7. Ep 5.
What exactly are ultra-processed foods – and could they be making your menopause symptoms worse? Nutritionist and bestselling cookbook author Jenny Tschiesche joins Jackie to unpack the truth about what’s really in our food, how it affects our hormones, mood and metabolism, and why those clever additives can make it so hard to stop eating […]
Supplements in Menopause: What to Take, What to Avoid & How to Stay Safe. S7. Ep. 1.
Nutritionist Jackie Lynch explains how to use supplements safely in menopause, covering multivitamins, minerals, omegas, probiotics, and essential tips. Supplements can be a minefield in menopause —in this solo episode, Jackie explains how to navigate them safely and effectively. Jackie stresses that a nutrient-rich, balanced diet is your foundation, but she also explains why getting […]
#159 – Story Session: Perimenopause, Boundaries, & the Power of Self-Care Rituals in Midlife with April MacKinnon
In this story session, April MacKinnon, founder of Anointment Natural Skin Care, opens up about nearly a decade of navigating perimenopause. From the early waves of anxiety and disrupted sleep to the surprising strength she found through resistance training, she shares her very relatable experience. We explore how resistance training helped April through anxiety when […]
Why I Take These Supplements in Menopause
If you’ve wondered what supplements I take and why I take these supplements in menopause, this episode if you backstage pass inside my pantry! I’m talking through everything I’m using for energy, muscle, metabolism, and aging optimally — and why. This isn’t about hormone therapy; this is about all the “extras” that make a powerful […]
Ep. 150 – Magnesium for Perimenopause and Prevention of Aging with Dr. Greg Kelly
Dr. Fiona Lovely is a longevity, health and wellness expert with specialties in menopause medicine, functional neurology and functional medicine. She is speaking to the topics of women’s health around perimenopause and menopause. Many of us have heard that magnesium is important for our health, but have we heard why? Dr. Greg Kelly returns […]
#75 Unlock Weight Loss in Menopause With these 7 powerful Supplements
Unlock the secrets to shedding stubborn menopause weight with the help of 7 powerful supplements. In this episode, we discuss why weight loss can be so challenging during menopause and how these game-changing supplements can support your journey. From balancing hormones to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation, these supplements are crucial for any […]
How Much Magnesium – The Missing Link to Total Health
How much magnesium should you include in your daily regimen? Magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, impacting everything from your energy levels to how well you sleep at night. But the question remains: how much do you really need to support your health during menopause? How much magnesium do you […]
Emergency Mode: Signs Your Cortisol Levels Need Attention
00:00 Body's cortisol rises in morning, lowers later.03:24 Light in the morning affects cortisol, melatonin.08:39 Stress affects body: heart rate, digestion, energy.12:29 Stress affects fertility and can harm pregnancy.16:13 Exercise led to weight gain, then loss.17:25 Enjoy cycling, brings joy and balance.20:42 Hypothalamus and pituitary regulate cortisol production.25:27 Limit stress before bed by unplugging devices.28:59 […]
Rest vs. Sleep: What's the Difference?
We know that we need to pay closer attention to rest and sleep in midlife, but what is the difference between rest and sleep? I've found that even when I'm getting enough sleep, I may not be getting enough rest. For me that manifests in increased crankiness and a lesser ability to cope with day-to-day […]
Magnesium and the Menopause, with Andrew Thomas, Founder of Better You – S5. Ep. 2.
I’ve always thought that magnesium is every menopausal woman’s best friend. It’s a magnificent mineral and a mega multitasker. So it really does deserve a whole episode of The Happy Menopause! I’ve invited magnesium expert Andrew Thomas to talk us through everything you need to know about this marvellous mineral. Andrew is the founder of […]