Menopause - The Real Deal

Ali Farhat On How Menopause Misdiagnosis Can Alter Life's Pathways

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This time, Michelle sits down with certified women’s hormone practitioner and weight loss coach, Ali Farhat—known online as "That Menopause Guy." 

Ali shares his deeply personal journey, revealing how his mother’s struggles with menopause and the medical system’s dismissal of her symptoms ignited a fire in him to change how women experience this stage of life. He also examines the common mistakes women make when trying to lose weight in perimenopause and menopause


Ali Discusses

  • How his mother's misdiagnosis with depression and sleep apnea sparked his mission to help women in menopause.
  • Why traditional "eat less, exercise more" advice fails in menopause, and the science behind the hormonal shifts that cause stubborn weight gain.
  • The lack of menopause education for doctors and the importance of seeking out trained practitioners who understand women’s health.
  • The emotional and psychological toll of menopause, including the loss of identity, a feeling of invisibility, and the importance of addressing past trauma.
  • How women can take back control of their health by educating themselves and learning to advocate for their own needs.


    • BEST MOMENTS

    1. "You're not crazy. What you're going through is truly real” 
    2. “Giving women this validation and hope that there is actually treatment, that they feel seen and heard, that is just everything."
    3. "Menopause isn't just about hormones, it's about identity shift, it's about dignity, and just being treated like a human being who still matters."
    4. "The first thing I would tell women is, it's not you, it's your hormones. Stop blaming yourself. It's not you."



      5. Ali’s Links


      https://www.instagram.com/thatmenopauseguy 

      https://www.facebook.com/themenopauseguy

      https://www.tiktok.com/@themenopauseguy

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatmenopauseguy/

      https://linktr.ee/realalifarhat


      HOST BIO

      Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. 

      A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space.


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      Menopause - The Real DealBy Michelle Rowlinson