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Testosterone: The Overlooked Hormone In Menopause Care

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter breaks down everything you need to know about testosterone and menopause — what it is, why it matters, and whether women really need it.

From libido changes and energy levels, to brain health, mood, and muscle strength, testosterone can play a surprisingly important role in women’s wellbeing during midlife. But with myths, misinformation, and confusion surrounding this hormone, it can be hard to know what’s true.

Dr Naomi Potter explains the science in a clear, no-nonsense way, busts common myths, and shares practical advice on how to know if testosterone could be right for you.

Whether you’re curious, confused, or considering treatment — this episode is for you.

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00:00 – Why Everyone’s Suddenly Talking About Testosterone 👀

00:26 – What Testosterone REALLY Does For Women

01:27 – Are Your Levels Dropping With Age?

01:53 – Low Sex Drive? This Might Be Why…

02:33 – Testosterone Myths BUSTED

03:26 – Why Libido Actually Matters In Midlife

04:28 – Special Offer for Menopause Awareness Month

05:02 – Can a Blood Test Tell If You’re Low? (Spoiler: It’s Tricky)

05:20 – When Doctors Recommend Testosterone

05:50 – Creams, Gels & Dosing: How Replacement Works

06:59 – What Happens If You Take Too Much

07:23 – How We Add Testosterone Into HRT Step by Step

08:14 – Testogel vs AndroFeme: What’s the Difference?

09:59 – How to Apply Testosterone (Without Wasting It!)

10:44 – The Female Product: Easier Dosing Explained

11:28 – Big News: AndroFeme Is Finally Licensed in the UK

12:29 – What Happens If You Stop Taking It?

13:03 – Want to Learn More? Here’s Where to Find Me

#menopause #testosterone #testosteronereplacement

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Menopause is being overlooked — and women are paying the price.

In this special episode of Is It Hot In Here?, Dr Naomi Potter shares some of the most powerful and eye-opening moments from previous guests to highlight the shocking lack of menopause support in today’s world.

From devastating misdiagnoses to mental health struggles, medical gaslighting, and the fight to access basic hormone treatment — these real stories reveal why menopause awareness matters more than ever.

Whether you’re approaching menopause, going through it, or supporting someone who is, this episode will give you the clarity, validation and motivation to demand better.

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Watch full episodes with:Cally Beaton: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6l6DH9H9VyfR8Wz9kgvZR1?si=GzCuNqGLS7iAgHvhOz0LBALorraine Candy: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5oPlBmuiw0mI7yPEU3Ez6Z?si=GmzxcVV_RWyJBGzetdxtdgNaga Munchetty: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kSIqsjmTaxELkjGiv3Ojh?si=Rz7Vd8jMQmqLdS4JC58ppALisa Snowdon: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2WJEhycgRWgk6QqZqdhcMm?si=mRedlLluS-CyMYvPZG2xXwDavinia Taylor: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zRhBx2EDQJ6d7LQABhCX2?si=TZVHy3FqS1aBb-gpUIjl9QHeather Jackson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5T3OV62tUQ2NoCIpNItOw3?si=ib6fvXexQUKmRiUX5JtoWQ00:00 – Why Everyone Should Care About Menopause00:35 – Cally Beaton on perimenopause misdiagnosed as bipolar disorder3:19 – Lorraine Candy on perimenopause being mistaken for a brain tumour5:27 – Win a free Menopause Care consultation 6:15 – Naga Munchetty on women losing years of their lives8:00 – Lisa Snowdon on the fear of prescribing HRT 10:32 – Davinia Taylor on women struggling to access testosterone 11:19 – Heather Jackson on menopause in the workplace  13:05 – Final Thoughts And Where To Get Support#menopause #perimenopause #menopauseawarenessmonth

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Psychologist and nutrition expert Kimberley Wilson joins Dr Naomi Potter to reveal the diet every woman over 40 should be eating for optimal brain health.

From the truth about caffeine, to the foods that can reduce brain ageing by 11 years, to the diet that can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s, Kimberley shares science-backed, practical advice that every midlife woman needs to hear.

There aren't many conversations out there that could quite literally transform you life, but this is definitely one of them.

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00:00 – Welcome & why Kimberley blends psychology with nutrition

01:20 – The prison study that proved food can change behaviour

03:25 – How a healthy brain “plays in harmony”

04:19 – Healthy fats for your brain: what they do and why they matter

06:31 – Don’t like fish? The algae supplement option made simple

08:17 – Can we eat fish and still care for the oceans?

09:44 – A daily handful of leafy greens can keep your brain younger

12:07 – Power foods: berries, good olive oil, tea & coffee for focus

14:47 – Coffee truths: benefits, how much, and decaf if you’re sensitive

17:02 – Good vs “not-so-good” fats + an easy brain-friendly way of eating

19:08 – Menopause, oestrogen & why women’s dementia risk is higher

23:32 – What the research says about omega-3s and B vitamins

26:53 – B vitamins made easy: where to get them (incl. B12 if plant-based)

30:53 – Brain fog in menopause: what it is (and isn’t)

32:36 – Hydration hacks: sip smarter to calm stress and think clearer

35:24 – Rethinking stress hormones: fuel for your brain in busy seasons

40:57 – Long-term stress, nutrients & a surprising real-life study

43:38 – Small-but-mighty minerals: zinc, iodine, magnesium

47:28 – How culture shapes how we feel about ageing and menopause

50:31 – Exercise for your brain: why cardio and strength both help

53:08 – Q&A: Is it brain fog or dementia? Signs to look for

55:13 – Kimberley’s Bake Off fun, current projects & what’s next

58:00 – Wrap-up & where to find more help and resources

#nutrition #brainhealth #alzheimers

Think your sex drive has disappeared in midlife? You might be surprised to learn that “sex drive” isn’t even real.

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In this episode of Is It Hot In Here?, Dr Naomi Potter sits down with Dr Karen Gurney, a clinical psychologist, psychosexologist, and bestselling author to reveal what women in their 40s, 50s and beyond really need to know about improving their relationships.

From how much sex you should actually be having, to what we've all got wrong about desire, Karen shares practical advice that every midlife woman should hear.

If you’ve ever worried your sex life is 'broken', this episode will change how you think — and help you rediscover confidence and enjoyment in the bedroom. And it doesn't even have to be tricky! Listen along, take some notes, and be prepared for an almost-instant improvement!

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00:00 – Intro to Dr Karen Gurney

00:49 – What a clinical psychologist / psychosexologist actually does

05:06 – How we learned sex wrong: media myths & the standard script

07:21 – The 'three times a week' myth

09:58 – What we get wrong about desire

11:05 – “Sex drive” isn’t a thing: desire redefined

17:22 – Pain, pressure & routine as desire killers

18:48 – Does less sex harm relationships? What the data says

22:40 – The orgasm gap & why the script fails most women

31:18 – The keys to rebuilding desire in long-term relationships

32:34 – Building “sexual currency”: flirting, touch & zero pressure

36:16 – When attempts don’t lead to sex (and why that’s OK)

39:16 – How to start “the talk” without blame

42:23 – Intentional effort: the couples who keep desire alive

47:29 – New relationships in midlife: a chance to reset

49:56 – Lube & toys: why they’re not “cheats"

52:04 – Is culture improving?

53:41 – Listener Question: “I’m happy not having sex — is that OK?”

54:16 – Listener Question: Body confidence after menopause

1:00:01 – Final thoughts

#karengurney #naomipotter #relationshipadvice

Noticed libido changes in menopause? Here's what you can do about it.

In this episode of Is It Hot In Here?, menopause expert Dr Naomi Potter tackles one of the most common — but least talked about — symptoms of menopause: changes to sex drive.

Naomi explains what’s really going on and what you can do about it. She also answers commonly asked questions, such as "will testosterone help?" with help from past guests.

Whether you’re experiencing low libido, painful sex, or just feeling “not yourself” in the bedroom, this conversation is packed with reassurance, expert advice, and actionable tips to help you reclaim pleasure and intimacy in midlife.

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Full episode with:

Louise Boyce: https://youtu.be/9jXAueIS61Y

Davinia Taylor: https://youtu.be/ibEty7gEO2U

Stacey Duguid: https://youtu.be/ZqwcT8IDKNg

Lou Featherstone: https://youtu.be/gmNbixLpI2g

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00:00 – Why libido changes in perimenopause and menopause

00:22 – Hormones, relationships and life stressors

00:56 – Can HRT restore sex drive?

01:18 – Breaking the painful sex feedback loop

02:03 – Why libido still matters

02:23 – Testosterone replacement and libido

03:00 – Personal experiences and patient stories

04:16 – What testosterone really does for women

05:14 – Libido and other possible benefits of testosterone

06:21 – Why sex can become painful

07:01 – Testosterone access and NHS barriers

08:26 – Shocking reasons women are refused testosterone

08:50 – When libido spikes instead of drops

10:13 – Hormones, life stage and relationship factors

11:45 – The “wild little sister” of perimenopause

12:53 – Why high libido isn’t always funny

13:20 – Reclaiming sexuality in midlife

14:08 – Why connection and date nights matter

16:01 – Sex drive is more than hormones

16:24 – Why self-pleasure builds confidence

17:21 – Realising how neglect plays a role

17:59 – Feeling sexy for yourself first

18:19 – Boosting confidence with small acts

18:43 – Where to find more menopause support

#hormonereplacementtherapy #hrt #menopause

Menopause doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

This is your 20-minute pep talk for surviving those days when menopause feels too much. Feel prepared and less scared!

In this episode of Is It Hot In Here?, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by Heather Jackson, Founder of Gen-M, to reveal the simple but powerful tools that can transform your menopause experience. With more women than ever admitting they feel fearful, unprepared, or unsupported during this stage of life, Heather brings clarity and confidence to the conversation.

Together, Naomi and Heather break down 5 essentials every woman needs to navigate menopause with less stress and more ease. They also talk about how society needs to build better support for women – and how Gen M is fighting to give menopausal women the right resources to get through this utterly disorientating time of life.

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00:00 – Introduction and Heather’s story

00:38 – Why midlife women succeed in business

03:05 – Losing purpose or perimenopause? Heather’s realisation

04:21 – “Let’s not get bitter, let’s get better at it” – the birth of GenM

05:38 – Why menopause should be “the new vegan”

06:00 – Heather’s top 5 products for menopause support

07:21 – Nutrition and the power of protein

09:16 – Skincare, hair, and body changes in menopause

12:09 – Exercise, strength training, and magnesium

13:49 – The role of attitude and valuing yourself

15:42 – Why menopause is the last barrier to gender equality

16:05 – More women fear menopause now than ever

17:30 – How education is the “menopause petrol gauge”

18:25 – Are more women staying in work through menopause?

19:50 – Why menopause is a people issue, not just HR

20:55 – Community question: career change at 50 during perimenopause

22:10 – Community question: acne in menopause

23:56 – How “small” symptoms impact confidence and life choices

24:44 – Final thoughts and outro

#menopause #perimenopause #hrt

What does everyone want to know about menopause?

In this solo episode of Is It Hot In Here?, menopause doctor Dr Naomi Potter dives into the top questions women are asking online, from weight gain and sleep to HRT, periods, and more.

Naomi explains why there’s so much confusion, clears up common myths, and shares practical advice that every woman can use to navigate perimenopause and menopause with more confidence.

Whether you’re in the thick of it, just starting to notice symptoms, or simply want to feel better informed, this is your go-to guide to the questions everyone is asking but few people answer properly.

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00:00 – Introduction: Your most searched menopause questions

00:19 – What is menopause?

0:56 – What is perimenopause?

02:13 – When does menopause occur?

04:22 – How long does menopause last?

05:08 – Are all menopause symptoms treatable?

06:18 – How does menopause affect sex?

08:27 – When can I stop using contraception?

10:08 – Does menopause cause moodiness and depression?

12:03 – Can menopause cause other health problems?

14:24 – Does menopause cause weight gain?

18:16 – How does menopause affect sleep?

20:33 – Do periods stop suddenly in menopause?

21:51 – Is there a test for menopause?

23:43 – Outro

#hrt #menopause #perimenopause

In this week’s episode of Is It Hot In Here?, menopause doctor Dr Naomi Potter is joined by the brilliant duo Victoria Emes and Kelly Bedford to answer all the menopause questions you’ve always wanted to ask (but maybe never dared).

From meno-pot bellies and mystery period changes, to “what on earth is going on down there?” and learning how to give far fewer Fs — nothing is off limits.

You might know Victoria from her laugh-out-loud social media videos, and Kelly from her 20+ years as a personal trainer helping women feel stronger, fitter and more confident. Together they co-founded FitBtch Power, a fitness platform designed to support women through perimenopause and beyond — and their honest, hilarious, inclusive approach makes this a must-listen.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just want to be prepared for what’s coming, this episode will have you laughing, nodding along, and most importantly, feeling empowered.

(Friendly warning: don’t listen on a full bladder, as uncontrollable laughter is inevitable).

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00:00 – Meet Victoria and Kelly (and how Fit Btch began)

03:01 – Victoria’s leap from gold leotards to viral comedy

07:39 – What Fit Btch is and how it helps midlife women

10:50 – Victoria’s changing cycles and perimenopause chat online

13:36 – Myth-busting belly fat, sweat and skin changes

17:53 – Vaginal changes, dryness… and “scarfing” explained

20:17 – Signs of perimenopause and when to consider HRT

24:04 – She gave HRT to her dog!

27:52 – HRT vs lifestyle: finding the right balance

29:45 – Why beginner-friendly fitness boosts women’s confidence

38:34 – Social media, perimenopause fears and going sober

50:57 – The Urban Menopause Dictionary: lightning fanny, brain farts & more

#menopause #victoriaemes #naomipotter

Warning: do not listen on an empty stomach!

For this week's episode of Is It Hot In Here? podcast, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by chef, writer and Masterchef Champion, the wonderful Thomasina Miers.

One thing you should know about Naomi is that she might be a world-class menopause Doctor, but she's not the best in the kitchen... But can Tommi change this?

The podcast team set Naommi the challenge of following one of the simplest (and yummiest!) recipes in Tommi's new Mexican cookbook.

In this episode, Naomi and Tommi also discuss:

🌶️ Learning to love food again

🌶️ How to nourish your body in midlife (even if you hate cooking)

🌶️ The link between food and hormones

🌶️ Tommi's perimenopause experience

🌶️ Menopause and ADHD

And so much more.

This episode is full of flavour, vibrancy, and comfort. Do let us know if you enjoy!

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00:00 – Introduction to Thomasina Miers01:42 – From Masterchef winner to food campaigner04:18 – Why cooking feels overwhelming for busy mums07:05 – How to make healthy meals simple and fast10:12 – Nutrition during perimenopause and menopause13:47 – The power of seasonal eating17:20 – Managing burnout with nourishing food21:09 – Why food culture impacts women’s health24:45 – Small swaps to boost daily nutrition28:36 – Finding joy in cooking again32:14 – Quick recipes for midlife energy36:25 – Why gut health matters in menopause40:02 – Naomi and Thomasina’s personal food tips43:10 – Final thoughts on food, women, and midlife

#menopause #masterchef #nutrition

How can past trauma crop lead to burn out, menopausal problems, and other health issues later in life?

In this episode, Dr Naomi Potter talks to former BBC News presenter turned child therapist Kate Silverton. She opens up about her own menopause journey; in her 20s, Kate had a life threatening health issue that led to the removal of her left ovary. Years later, the faced a full hysterectomy which plunged her into medically induced menopause overnight.

As this experience unfolded, Kate learnt the importance of not 'grinning and bearing' our way through menopause, but recognising the mental load that comes with it and the need to ask for help.

But we aren't just focussing on Kate's own experience today. We're shedding light on a fascinating study that Kate brings to the table. Together, the pair unpick the link between past trauma and burnout in midlife, how unresolved childhood experiences can resurface during menopause, and the crucial role therapy can play in building resilience.

Warm, wise, and full of honest truths, we hope you all enjoy this conversation.

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Further reading and sources for the link between childhood trauma and burnout later in life:

Scared Sick by Meredith Wiley: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scared-Sick-Childhood-Trauma-Disease-ebook/dp/B06XCD4L9S

The book Scared Sick: The Role of Childhood Trauma in Adult Disease by Robin Karr-Morse and Meredith Wiley explores how early life stress and trauma—especially in infancy and early childhood—can lead to long-term dysregulation of the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems.

Key Conclusion Related to Women in Their Forties:

The authors highlight that many women in their 40s begin to experience immune-related illnesses (like autoimmune disorders, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, or inflammatory conditions) that seem to appear “out of nowhere.” However, Scared Sick argues that these conditions are often the long-delayed effects of unresolved early trauma or chronic stress.

00:00 – Kate Silverton’s menopause story

02:02 – Surgical menopause and its immediate impact

04:06 – Stopping HRT while travelling

05:59 – Feeling low and visiting the GP

08:55 – Realising the impact of losing ovaries

10:46 – Deciding to restart HRT

12:21 – Finding the right HRT dose

14:27 – Options for changing HRT methods

16:47 – GP knowledge and when to see a specialist

17:24 – Menopause management as an art and a science

18:38 – Factors affecting how HRT works

19:05 – Testosterone replacement – who it’s for

21:23 – Career change from journalism to child therapy

25:07 – How childhood trauma can resurface at menopause

28:58 – Addressing anxiety when HRT isn’t enough

30:07 – The pressure on modern women and need for community

33:09 – Research linking early trauma and menopause symptoms

34:45 – Advice for menopausal women with a trauma history

36:33 – Where to find trauma-informed help

38:22 – The myth of perfection and self-compassion

39:29 – Managing menopausal rage with children

43:45 – Rebuilding communication with family during menopause

48:59 – Where to find Dr Naomi Potter’s resources

#katesilverton #menopause #childhoodtrauma