In this week's Q&A Thursday, I answer a question from Becky from Texas on whether melatonin can be taken long-term, and I share my own experiences with sleep disturbances due to stress and hormonal shifts. Listen in as I discuss the limited research on melatonin use and the importance of speaking with your healthcare practitioner to determine the best course of action for managing sleep issues during perimenopause and menopause.

Don't miss the tips I share for reducing stress and promoting relaxation, such as body scanning and the four, seven, eight breathing technique. These methods can help shift your nervous system from a stress response to a relaxation response, making it easier for you to fall back asleep during those restless nights. If you're struggling with sleep disturbances, this episode is packed with valuable insights and techniques to help you regain control over your sleep and overall well-being.

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:

1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Pre-Screening Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here.

 3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Ever wondered why your skin seems to be acting up during perimenopause and menopause? Allow me to be your guide in this week's Ageless and Awesome podcast episode, as we unravel the intriguing gut-skin connection and how it's affected by hormonal changes during these life stages. From eczema and psoriasis to acne and rosacea, I'll discuss the bi-directional relationship between our gut and our skin, highlighting the role of low-level inflammation and increased intestinal permeability in causing symptoms and immune reactions.

Navigating through the impact of stress, disturbed sleep, diet, medication and alcohol on gut health and skin, I'll share crucial insights and practical tips to improve your digestion and overall gut wellbeing. These strategies will help you support your skin's health as it faces the challenges of fluctuating oestrogen levels. Don't miss this informative episode and kickstart your journey towards ageless, awesome skin!

Connect with me on Instagram @SusieGardenWellness to continue the discussion and submit your questions. Plus, grab your free download of my eight essential age-defying secrets every woman over 40 should know right here.

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:
1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Age Defying/Weight Loss Strategy Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here.
3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Are you struggling with skin issues since hitting perimenopause? Fear not, because this week's Q&A episode is all about helping you achieve that youthful glow and radiance you've been missing. Join me as I share five hot tips for improving your skin during this stage of life.

Anita from Brisbane sent in a question asking how to improve her skin during perimenopause, and I'm here to share my top tips and advice for looking and feeling your best. From hydration to nutrition, sleep, and even considering the gut-skin connection, there are many ways to promote age-defying wellness and truly embrace an ageless and awesome lifestyle. 

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Are you a woman feeling stressed, flat and experiencing the challenges of perimenopause?

It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Since you hit your 40s or 50s have you noticed that you’re forgetting names or words mid-sentence? Or feeling like you can’t think properly? I feel you! You may have heard the term tossed around, but what exactly is brain fog, and why does it seem to show up when our bodies are going through perimenopause? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

Today I've invited a special guest, Kylie Pinwill, to discuss why it happens, why it's not dementia and how we can support ourselves during this time.

Kylie is a clinical nutritionist, speaker and host of The Hormone Hub podcast with over 20 years experience in the health and fitness industry. She works with women in their 40’s, 50’s and beyond who are feeling lethargic, struggling with weight gain, bloating and hot flashes, to balance their hormones and reset their metabolisms so they can feel happier and more confident in their own skin.

In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the mysteries of brain fog, its connection to perimenopause, and some strategies to help you navigate the mental maze. So, grab a cup of tea, relax, and let’s get started!

Want to connect with Kylie (and check out her Bali Retreat later this year)? You can find her here:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KyliePinwillNutrition

Instagram - @kyliepinwill_hormonehub

Web - https://kyliepinwill.com

Want to connect with Susie?

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:

1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Age Defying/Weight Loss Strategy Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here. 
3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Ladies, have you ever asked yourself this question - is my period heavy or normal? This is a question I received from Tanya in Melbourne, and I hear this question in clinic probably weekly. This is something any Naturopath will ask you in your Initial Consultation and I've seen a wide range of menstrual flows in my clients in clinic and in my programs and this week I want to help you determine if your flow is normal, or if it's something you should discuss with your healthcare professional. Listen in as I break down what is considered a normal amount of blood loss during menstruation, how to measure your flow using various products, and the importance of tracking your cycle, especially during perimenopause.

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Are you a woman feeling stressed, flat and experiencing the challenges of perimenopause?

It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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I don’t get sick very often, and it’s not because I’m ‘lucky’, it’s because I intentionally choose habits that will prevent me catching bugs.  But very occasionally, I do pick up a bug, and before I studied nutrition, I would just eat comfort foods, drink diet lemonade and surrender to the illness and then crawl out from under my doona when it was all over.

Now I know that food is a very powerful tool in fighting off infection and regaining health quickly, so I’m sharing my top tips for what to do when illness strikes.

Unfortunately there’s very little that modern medicine can help with when it comes to cold and flu viruses.  However you CAN support your immune system to help your body heal itself.

Listen now for all the goodness!

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:
1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Age Defying/Weight Loss Strategy Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here.
3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Welcome to this week's Ageless and Awesome Podcast episode! Today I'm discussing the controversial topic of ingesting essential oils. As someone who loves and uses essential oils in various ways, I want to make sure you're aware of the potential risks associated with ingesting them without proper guidance or supervision. So, whether you've heard about using oregano, frankincense, or any other essential oil internally, listen in as I share my professional insights on this important topic.

In this episode, I share my concerns about the lack of evidence supporting ingesting essential oils, as well as the potential harm it can do to your gut health. I'll also discuss the importance of seeking professional guidance when it comes to using essential oils internally. So, join me as I bust myths around essential oils and provide you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your health and well-being.

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:
1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Age Defying/Weight Loss Strategy Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here. 
3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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Are you a woman feeling stressed, flat and experiencing the challenges of perimenopause?

It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

2. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.perimenopause.path

I have a special guest this week - Michelle Irving. A Pioneer in the Chronic Illness space, Michelle mentors women around the world, teaching them how to create a life filled with love, meaningful work and deep personal power. She believes we can all have a positive relationship with ourselves even in the midst of experiencing illness. Michelle gets it. While bed-bound twice in the past decade, she mastered the art of flourishing in life while also living with illness.Michelle also has a comprehensive career in the industry spanning over fifteen years, and her work is underpinned by extensive training in somatic therapy, cancer survivorship and women's leadership.

I loved this conversation with Michelle. She has a powerful yet compassionate presence and she shares her valuable knowledge freely.

In our podcast today she outlines her framework - The 4 Emotional Stages of Chronic Illness which is enlightening for anyone who's dealing with chronic illness or has a loved one going through this. It is powerful work to say the least.

You can find Michelle at her website - michelleirving.com.au

PLUS on:

Instagram @michelleirvingofficial

LinkedIn

Facebook

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this episode of the Ageless and Awesome podcast, we're diving into the world of food sequencing. Many of you have been asking me about this technique, especially the idea of eating greens first, followed by proteins and carbs. However, the science actually supports a slightly different sequence - eating protein first. I explain why this method slows down gastric emptying, impacts hormones and manages blood glucose levels. So, if you're looking to improve your health and manage your weight, this episode is a must-listen. Don't forget to subscribe or follow for more age-defying tips and advice!

I help women feeling stressed, flat and perimenopausal regain their youthful energy and glow (plus lose weight) using a proven method so their natural beauty and confidence shines through and here are some options if you want this for you:

1. Want to hit your health and wellbeing goals this year and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry? Book a free 30 minute Age Defying/Weight Loss Strategy Call with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I mightbe able to support you. Book your call here. 
2. Explore if my innovative new supplement, inspired by my interest in Positive Ageing is right for you by clicking here.

3. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @susiegardenwellness

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Are you a woman feeling stressed, flat and experiencing the challenges of perimenopause?

It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Do you think you have a strong immune system? Or do you know that you need immune support?

Did you know that women in perimenopause are more likely to catch cold/flu/etc?

In this week's episode of The Ageless and Awesome Podcast, I share my top tips for staying healthy during winter, especially for women going through perimenopause. I discuss the importance of staying hydrated, getting regular physical activity, washing hands, soaking up daylight, embracing seasonal ingredients, and considering supportive supplements.

If you have any questions or would like to submit questions for my Thursday "Ask Me Anything" podcast, feel free to message me on Instagram @susiegardenwellness

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It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight).

I’m here to help with my proven method.

Here's how I can support you -

1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your call here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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