Heard about DIM for hormone balance? In this episode, Francesca explains what DIM and sulforaphane actually do, why DIM isn’t always a good idea in perimenopause, and how to safely support oestrogen detox and balance through food.

Most women in perimenopause are unknowingly under-fuelling, eating too little protein and not enough calories in an effort to “be good.” In this episode, nutritional therapist Francesca Liparoti explains why under-eating during perimenopause can disrupt hormones and energy, and how focusing on balanced nutrition can help you feel calm, strong, and energised again.

Your gut and hormones are in constant communication — and during perimenopause, that connection becomes even more important. In this episode, Francesca explores how changes to your gut microbiome affect oestrogen balance, inflammation, and mood, and shares simple nutrition and lifestyle tips to restore harmony from the inside out.

Struggling with poor sleep or low energy in perimenopause? Discover how to align your 24-hour body clock for deeper rest and balanced hormones, starting today.

If you’re waking up in the night during perimenopause, your hormones could be to blame. Learn how oestrogen, progesterone, and stress impact your sleep, plus practical ways to support your circadian rhythm, calm your nervous system, and finally sleep through the night.

Feeling tired, foggy, or anxious in your 40s? It’s not “just perimenopause.” In this episode, Francesca explains why a 360° approach; supporting your thyroid, blood sugar, inflammation, gut, and hormone metabolism, is the key to thriving in midlife. Learn what really works and how to get started today.

Hormone-disrupting chemicals are everywhere, from beauty products to plastics, and they can influence your symptoms in perimenopause. This episode shows you how to spot them, reduce your exposure, and protect your hormone health with simple, realistic lifestyle swaps.

Welcome back to the Empowered Perimenopause podcast with me your host, Francesca Liparoti, Nutritional Therapist and women’s health guide. This week we’re tackling a topic that so many women in midlife struggle with but rarely get answers about: autoimmunity. If you’ve ever been told you have thyroid problems, unexplained joint pain, or strange symptoms that flare and fade without reason, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Key takeaways: Listen to episode 55 now, which will leave you feeling empowered with knowledge, clarity, and hope. Work with me 1:1 Click here to discover ways we can work ... Read more

Perimenopause rarely happens in isolation. For many women, it layers on top of existing health challenges such as autoimmunity, chronic gut imbalances like SIBO, or even mould illness, making symptoms feel overwhelming and deeply interconnected. In this episode, I answer a listener’s powerful question: “How do you manage perimenopause when you’re also dealing with autoimmunity, SIBO, or mould?” I’ll walk you through: If you’re navigating perimenopause alongside chronic illness or environmental stressors, this episode is here to give you both practical strategies and reassurance that healing is still possible. Listen to episode 54 now to discover gentle, effective ways to ... Read more

When it comes to perimenopause and menopause, so much of the conversation online is filled with doom and gloom. From Facebook groups to Instagram posts, the focus is often on how awful the symptoms are, but what’s missing is empowerment, solutions, and hope. In this episode, I’m calling out the fear-based narrative and sharing a different perspective. Yes, fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone can cause symptoms such as heavy periods, bloating, hot flushes, mood swings, brain fog, poor sleep, weight gain, and anxiety. But the empowering truth is: your symptoms are feedback, not your fate. The good news is that nutrition ... Read more