We sit down with the brilliant and accomplished Dr. Mandy Leonhardt, founder and Medical Director of Hormone Equilibrium. As a fully qualified and GMC-registered GP, Dr. Mandy holds the Certificate of Menopause Care from the British Menopause Society and is an Advanced Practitioner certified by the International Society of Gynaecological Endocrinology. She’s also trained in nutrigenomics, DUTCH testing, and lifestyle medicine—and, for good measure, she’s a certified nutritionist too!

She explains the often-overlooked changes women experience during perimenopause and menopause, from hormonal health to self-care strategies. Dr. Mandy brings her wealth of expertise to the table, offering practical tips and debunking common myths to help women navigate this transitional phase with confidence and grace.

Key Topics Covered:
🌟 Supplements for hair health—(pro tip: don’t take iron and zinc together, or with dairy!)
🌟 The revolutionary wisdom of Professor Jerrilyn Prior and The Estrogen Storm
🌟 Why learning to relax (yes, really relax) is essential—and how it impacts your health
🌟 Tips for boosting your libido and finding the right acid-based lube
🌟 Skincare gold: Tretinoin, vaseline, and why collagen supplements are a waste of money
🌟 How perimenopause HRT can slow aging and collagen decline (but timing is everything!)
🌟 Surprising skincare superfoods: green tea and dark chocolate powder
🌟 The hard truth about alcohol and its effects on your body
🌟 Why 10 minutes of sun on your arms and legs can work wonders for vitamin D levels

Links to Dr. Mandy’s Books:
📚 What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Skin and Hair: How the Hormones on the Inside Affect Your Outside
📚 The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause

Find Dr. Mandy Online:
👉 Instagram: @hormoneequilibrium
👉 Website: https://hormoneequilibrium.co.uk/

This conversation is packed with game-changing insights and empowering advice. Grab your headphones and join us to learn how to thrive during this transformative time of life. You won’t want to miss it! 🎧