In this episode, I answer a brilliant listener question from "Laura," a 46-year-old woman navigating perimenopause with a long-standing history of chronic cholecystitis — inflammation of the gallbladder without gallstones. We explore how gallbladder health ties into oestrogen detoxification, what this means for perimenopause symptoms, and whether being on oestrogen hormone therapy (HRT) can increase the risk of gallstones.

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What happens when menopause is brought on suddenly — through surgery or cancer treatment — instead of gradually? In this powerful episode, I answer a listener’s heartfelt question about supporting your body after surgical or treatment-induced menopause, especially when hormone therapy isn’t an option.

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Since moving into your 40s, have you started noticing changes in your digestion or gut health—like more bloating, constipation, other changes in bowel movements, reflux or heartburn, food sensitivities, or feeling heavier and more sluggish after meals? You're not imagining it, and you're definitely not alone. During perimenopause, our shifting hormone landscape doesn’t just affect our mood or periods—it has a profound impact on the gut too.

In this episode, I’m unpacking the key ways that gut health changes in perimenopause, including:

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Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flushes and mood swings — it’s a full-on hormonal evolution that shifts how women experience life! As your hormones recalibrate, your body adapts in ways that can feel confusing, frustrating, and unpredictable. But this isn’t something to be “fixed.” It’s a transition that calls for education, compassion, and support.

In this episode, we dive into:

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The hormonal shifts during perimenopause impact all 12 body systems, which can play a role in triggering or worsening autoimmune conditions.

In this episode, I talk through:

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From calming the nervous system and supporting sleep to easing migraines, improving insulin sensitivity, and even helping with bone health—magnesium does it all.

You’ll learn what magnesium actually is, how it affects your brain and body during hormonal shifts, and which forms are best for different symptoms. I’ll also cover how magnesium works alongside taurine and why so many women are unknowingly deficient.

Tune in to find out how this powerful mineral can help you feel calmer, more energised, and more resilient in perimenopause.

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So many women in their 40s feel dismissed, misdiagnosed, or just completely confused by their symptoms. Fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, low mood, poor sleep, hair thinning, gut issues, and more. Are these signs of perimenopause, or thyroid dysfunction? The truth is: it’s often both. Perimenopause is a time when hormones are changing and shifting significantly, which usually impacts thyroid health or amplifies an existing issue. Symptoms of an under active or overactive thyroid often mimic the symptoms of perimenopause—and vice versa. It’s no wonder so many women feel confused or misdiagnosed.

In this episode, we explore the overlapping symptoms of perimenopause and thyroid issues, why women are so often misdiagnosed, and what to do about it.

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Collagen is everywhere, but do you really know how to choose the right one for your needs? In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about collagen, what it is, how it works in the body, and the different types available.

You'll learn:

The role of collagen in skin, joints, hair, and connective tissues
Why collagen isn’t a complete protein (and why it doesn’t count towards your daily protein intake)
The different types of collagen (Types I, II, III, IV, and V) and what they’re best for
The difference between whole (native) collagen and hydrolysed collagen peptides
How much collagen you need daily for real benefits
Things to consider—like histamine sensitivity, kidney stone risk, and best ways to support natural collagen production

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