In this episode, host Mary Lee interviews Dr. Tayo, a former radiologist who has transformed into a menopause wellness expert. Dr. Tayo share her invaluable insights on hormone therapy, advocacy, and the urgency for more menopause awareness and education in the workforce .

Dr. Tayo opens with her personal journey dealing with menopausal symptoms and exposes the unfortunate lack of medical training in this vital area of women’s health. The conversation explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding menopause that so many women face and the importance of women asserting themselves and demanding they be recognized and appreciated for their worth beyond menopause. 

We take no prisoners when addressing pressing societal issues, including misogyny and ageism, as well as the economic impact resulting from a lack of workplace support for those affected at work. 

When it comes to symptom management, an indivdualized approach is key and, while menopause hormone therapy (HRT) has its benefits, Dr. Tayo advocates for a whole-body approach. Crucial lifestyle factors, including sleep, brain health, and stress management play a vital role in our overall wellness. With this approach, Dr. Tayo shares arevolutionary Five Superpower System for managing menopause without risky medications.

Connect with Dr. Tayo on her website
Download her free guide:  The Dynamic Woman's Sleep and Fat Burning Menopause Power Pack

Resources Mentioned:

• Menopause Foundation of Canada: Menopause Inclusive Workplace
• Menopause at Work: It's Always Been Part of the Equation

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Did you know there is a way that we can restore our hormone balance to youtful levels?

In this episode, host Mary engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Prudence Hall, a leading expert in hormone health, on the intricate relationship between hormones, lifestyle, and overall wellness.

From the significant impact of menopause on our gut health, thyroid and adrenal levels to the vital role that testosterone plays in women, Dr. Hall provides invaluable insights and recommendations for achieving hormonal balance for optimal health, as well as how to advocate for one's health with healthcare providers.

Dr. Prudence Hall is the founder and medical director of The Hall Center, a holistic medical center focused on women's health, detoxification, weight loss, and vibrant living. Dr. Hall transitioned from traditional gynecological surgery to specialize in regenerative and integrated medicine, addressing root causes of aging without heavy reliance on pharmaceuticals.

Passionate about empowering her clients, Dr. Hall helps them achieve peak well-being and prevent the decline often associated with aging through established natural and regenerative methods.

Connect with Dr. Prudence Hall in her website and on Instagram
Download her free book Radiant Again and Forever
Resources Mentioned:

• Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris, Estrogen Matters  (not an affiliate link)
• Jeffrey Bland, Founder and President Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute
• Medical Medium Anthony William, the chronic illness expert 
• Valter Longo, The Longevity Diet (not an affiliate link)
• Dr. Abraham Morgentaler

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Meet your Host:
Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

In this episode, Mary is joined by Dr. Angela Lauria, a late-diagnosed autistic adult to explore the intersection of neurodivergence and menopause. 

Angela divulges her journey with an autism diagnosis to understanding her heightened sensory experiences during menopause.  She shines a critical spotlight on  historical societal norms and biases towards neurodivergence acceptance in boys as opposed to girls and children of colour or lower socioeconomic status  and further discusses why many women may still remain undiagnosed. Angela also emphasises the importance of self-identification over formal diagnosis. 

The conversation dives deep into the eight (8) senses of neurodivergent individuals, shedding light on the need for tailored support for neurodivergent women, and the significance of community and self-advocacy to help navigate the compounded effects of symptoms in menopause.

Angela has a B.A. and an M.A. in Journalism and Media Affairs from George Washington University and a PhD in Communications from European Graduate School. She has leveraged her autism with a life-long special interest in nonfiction to help almost 2,000 entrepreneurs write, publish, and promote their books through her company Difference Press. She, too, is an author of eight books, including a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. 

In addition to her professional work, she created The Autistic Culture Podcast (ranked in the top 2.5% of global podcasts) to advocate for viewing autism as a cultural difference to be embraced and not a disorder to be fixed.

Links and Resources:

• Find Dr. Angela Lauria's work at Difference Press and her podcast Autistic Culture Podcast 
• Connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
• Read the recommended study: A perfect storm
•  Mary's Blog: The Tumultuous Intersection of Autism and Menopause

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

In this empowering episode, we welcome Robin, an integrative health coach and advocate for mindful living, as she shares her insights on navigating midlife, menopause, and the journey to holistic wellness. 

Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother and health enthusiast, Robin emphasizes the significance of small, actionable changes—what she calls the  1 Percent Shift Method -that can lead to transformative results.

Join us as we explore:

• Establishing a morning routine to set the tone for a productive day.
• Having a supportive community that addresses the feelings of loneliness and isolation experienced during transitional phases like menopause and empty nesting.
• Understanding food labels and the impact of harmful ingredients in food and beauty products.
• Addressing emotional health and finding validation in our experiences as we navigate this unique stage of life.

This episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt insights to help you embrace this new chapter with confidence and clarity. 

Links and Resources:

• Connect with Robin and explore her free resources at Live Life Balanced with Robin
• Check out her podcast, Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Midlife Mamas, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
• Check out her helpful apps on ingredient awareness so you can start creating a non-toxic home:
  • Think Dirty
  • EWG’s Healthy Living 
• Connect with Robin on  Instagram www.instagram.com/livelifebalancedwithrobin/
• Robin's recommended read: Relentless Joy (not an affilliate link)

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Ever felt dismissed by doctors when discussing menopause symptoms? You're not alone!

Welcome to our first episode under the freshly rebranded title, The Menopause Disruptor Podcast. In this episode, we learn why host Mary Lee change her podcast name to better fit the mission to challenge societal norms and shift outdated perceptions around menopause. It's time for a shake-up to build a culture of understanding, acceptance, and empowerment. 

In this monologue, Mary emphasizes the importance of empowering women through education and accurate information, specifically regarding hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also referred to as Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT). She delves into the controversial 2002 Women's Health Initiative (WHI) Trial, highlighting its flaws and subsequent misinterpretations that have long impacted the knowledge around the benefits versus the risks of HRT / MHT. 

Mary advocates for informed decision-making, urging listeners to actively seek current, evidence-based research to make the best health choices with their providers. This episode is a call to arms for women to reclaim control over their menopause journey and disrupt the lingering myths that continue to undermine women's health.

To access The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) 2022 Position Statement, visit https://menopause.org/wp-content/uploads/professional/nams-2022-hormone-therapy-position-statement.pdf

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Have you found yourself slipping back into old thought patterns and limiting beliefs around calories, body image, and the ill-perceived notion that all carbs are bad, while size and the number on the scale matter?

In this episode, host Mary Lee engages with Carrie Lupoli, a board-certified nutritionist and award-winning behavior specialist, to explore the misconceptions surrounding weight, health, and nutrition especially during menopause. Carrie tackles societal norms that prioritize size over well-being, the impact of processed foods, and the myths around carbohydrates. 

These were all misleading and damaging messages that led Carrie down a path of distructive relationships with food, unhealthy body image, and an eating disorder. Her journey paved way to  a successful career in holistic nutrition and a unique approach that balances protein, fats, and carbs for blood sugar stabilization. She also developed the 'SNAP' principle for mindset transformation. 

Carrie has been featured on news outlets including the TODAY Show, ABC, NBC, Fox, News Nation, and more as a leading contributor to nutrition and women's health. She also co-founded PFC3, a health and wellness brand to certify and support  health pros, highlighting her dedication to providing nutrition solutions.

• Learn about Disruptive Nutrition on the website, and through Carrie's podcast: www.disruptivenutrition.com and www.carrielupoli.com/podcast.
• Learn about PFC3 on the website: www.mypfc3.com
• Connect with Carrie: www.carrielupoli.com and www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli

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Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Did you know that chronic fatigue or long COVID could very well be linked to a virus encountered in childhood? A viral illness experienced as a child can go dormant and remain living in the cells of the body. When exposed to trauma and stress, such as menopause, the virus can be reactivated. 

In this episode, Mary talks with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, a licensed Naturopathic Physician with 20 years of experience. Listeners will gain insights that will open their eyes to the intricacies of menopausal health and chronic fatigue. 

Dr. Tufenkian specializes in helping health-conscious professionals tackle long COVID and Chronic Fatigue/Myalgic Encephalitis (ME/CFS fatigue), fueled by her personal journey with chronic fatigue. She developed a transformative system that identifies the five root causes of Chronic Fatigue/ME, empowering individuals to regain their energy and vitality. Her holistic approach combines functional medicine with subconscious work, promoting significant improvements in physical and energetic well-being. She is a graduate of the National University of Natural Medicine, where she earned her medical degree and completed her residency.

The conversation begins with Dr. Tufenkian sharing her personal journey with chronic fatigue and long COVID, explaining the intertwining of physical, emotional, and spiritual health. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the body's signals and addressing the five root causes of chronic fatigue and health issues.

Dr. Tufenkian also underscores that, no matter what your body is going through, including menopause, there is a way to decode its messages and find the next best steps for healing. 

• Learn more about Dr. Jenny Tufenkian at https://drjennytufenkian.com/. Take her quiz to help uncover the root causes of your fatigue.
• Connect with Dr. Tufenkian on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jennytufenkian/, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DrJennyTufenkian, and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-tufenkian/

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Children left home? Feeling a sense of redundancy in your life? This episode has you covered! It's all about navigating empty nest syndrome while learning to embrace change and accept a new phase for self-rediscovery.

In this episode, your host Mary opens Season Two by discussing her personal experiences with empty nest syndrome, particularly after her daughter's recent move to university. She offers insights drawn from her emotional journey and shares strategies to cope with these feelings, such as focusing on self-care, rediscovering old passions, planning for the future, and building a strong support network.

The episode is designed to provide comfort and guidance to those experiencing similar life transitions, fostering conversations about the often-overlapping phases of empty nest syndrome and menopause.

Mary invites listeners to join her Facebook group to connect with others and build a network of support.

Take your menopause mastery to a whole new level. Mary's exclusive online, self-paced learning program has launched. Check out her digital course, Menopause Intelligence, a transformative path of discovery where confusion, overwhelm, and frustration give way to empowerment, knowledge, and agency. 

00:00 Welcome to Season Two; It's World Menopause Month
00:45 A Personal Story: My September Break
01:34 Understanding Empty Nest Syndrome
03:42 Stages of Empty Nest Syndrome
11:40 Coping Strategies and Self-Care
13:46 Rediscovering Passions and Planning for the Future
17:07 Building a Support Network
19:59 Embracing Gratitude 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

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Concerned about your protein intake and whether you are getting enough from the right sources?

In this solo episode, Mary answers common questions about how much protein we need, when throughout the day and why?

Mary shares lessons from her training Menopause 2.0 by Dr. Stacy Sims about the importance of maintaining muscle as we age. The certification training course, as well as this episode covers the importance of protein, how much is needed, optimal sources, and the value of distributing intake throughout the day. Mary also explains protein synthesis, anabolic resistance, and the benefits of protein supplementation for women in perimenopause and postmenopause.

BONUS: Get access to Mary's FREE Power Up with Protein: A Menopause Guide for Strength, Health and Longevity

Enjoy my free gift as a token of my appreciation for being a loyal Season 1 listener. I will be vacationing throughout the month of September and returning in October - World Menopause Awareness Month. Season 2  kicks off with an incedible line-up of dynamic guest experts and more solo episodes. Stay tuned!

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.

Wonder what happens when we cut calories and don't eat enough to fuel our body?

In this episode with Lousie Digby, we unpack fat loss and weight management during menopause.  Louise is a BANT-registered nutritional therapist and weight loss expert on a mission to help menopausal women discover and fix a sluggish metabolism.

The discussion delves into the hidden factors that truly impact fat loss in peri and postmenopause, and the surprising role of hormones, gut health, toxic load, and even social media in weight management.

Louise is the host of the podcast The Thriving Metabolism and the creator of the Nourish Method, an online programme that addresses fat-burning and the mindset challenges causing self-sabotage.

• Learn more about Louise on her website
• Connect with Louise on Instagram and Facebook
• Louise's recommended read Ultra-Processed People by Chris van Tulleken, and Rushing Woman's Syndrome by Libby Weaver (not affiliate links)

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Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.