Well Woman

I read that women have a 40% higher risk of depression in midlife and I got to work on this episode right away :)! This is my naturopathic take on how to feel best, and support healthy mood through midlife. I also wanted to take this opportunity to explain the mechanisms at work (hormone-wise) that underlie mood change through perimenopause.

And I also want to thank YOU all for listening and being part of this community. I took a little break to focus on research studies and came back to see the podcast is doing well with lots more downloads. I'm so grateful. Thanking you...

xo Sulin

There is a long form blog post on the topic of low mood and depression in perimenopause that you might like to read (especially if you wanted all the diet/food tips written somewhere so that you can copy+paste!):

• https://herbalwell.com.au/if-youve-had-depression-before-understanding-mood-changes-in-perimenopause/

In terms of tools and techniques for healthy mood for all humans, you might like to listen to:

• episode 32 with Anna Young-Ferris https://open.spotify.com/episode/6pKGch2ymVKc85DwafCSs6?si=2h9e89MQQBe01Y__CCd0rA
• episode 33 with Deborah Devaal https://open.spotify.com/episode/2psv6NN4ZHng704tc94XLa?si=ObfLjIgjSqyzH9RQANf5GQ

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To book a consultation with Sulin head to: ww.herbalwell.com.au

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Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe.The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

Is there a deeper message in midlife for women?

In this honest conversation, I sit down with medicine woman CarmenMorales to explore the initiatory aspects of midlife and what are the MOSTimportant opportunities for women in this life stage.

Together we explore:
• Why midlife is an invitation to revise your life
• Reclaiming your “queendom” beyond patriarchal pressure
• Moving from over-busyness and constant efforting into essence
• Rethinking achievement and drive
• How to hold ourselves as we meet the challenges of midlife
• Listening to your body, your cycles and your internal nature
• Collaborating with the natural world to restore yourself – an exercise todevelop this innate intelligence

If you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause or simply feeling thecall to step out of exhaustion and into sovereignty — this episode will feellike a remembering.

Xo Sulin

• How to connect with Carmen:Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.carmenmorales.com.au
• Book a session with Carmen: www.carmenmorales.com.au/work-with-me/
• Find out more or Book for Carmens upcoming 4 day retreat 'Belonging' (NSW, Australia)18th to 21st June 2026: https://carmenmorales.com.au/belonging/
• Facebook: facebook.com/healingincommunity
• Instagram: @carmen.morales.shamanism
• Youtube: youtube.com/@carmenmoralesunleashyourma5305

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Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe.The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

Dear listener, I’m now well into the first term of my research studies with Torrens University, and I wanted to share some info with you. I’m looking at the impact of endocrine disruptor chemicals (EDCs) on womens hormones through perimenopause and menopause. Listen to this episode for a concise overview of how these chemicals influence four key aspects (or ‘phenotypes’) of the menopausal transition.

1.       The impact on menstrual cycle regularity and bleeding

2.       The influence on the age we achieve menopause at

3.       The influence on fertility in our 40s

4.       The influence on ovarian function

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To book a consultation with Sulin head to: www.herbalwell.com.au

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Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe.The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

In this episode I’m diving into the what, why and how of Histamine Intolerance, an emerging condition in women particularly, that can be aggravated when our hormones are fluctuating. With the inflammatory nature of histamine intolerance, it can be hard to differentiate this condition from perimenopause, autoimmune disease, allergies and other chronic inflammatory conditions. I go over the typical symptoms you’d expect to experience, and then we dive into what’s called the ‘metabolism’ of histamine, meaning, how it get broken down and removed.

Sometimes that doesn’t happen so we end up with too much in our bodies! Also I share recent research on high histamine foods and there’s one major culprit. Can you guess what it is?

Enjoy!

Xo Sulin

Few little links for you:

1. To find out your constitution type use my Humor Quiz: https://herbalwell.com.au/discover-your-humoral-body-constitution/
2. To buy Nature’s Way to Healing by Lee Holmes: https://www.superchargeyourgut.com/products/nature-s-way-to-healing-a-long-covid-guide-pre-order-now?_pos=1&_sid=198993080&_ss=r
3. Link to the Low Histamine Diet handout (scroll to bottom of page): https://herbalwell.com.au/

If you're looking for a safe and welcoming space to learn more about womens health and wellness, you're in the right place. With many years of clinical experience as a womens health and hormone naturopath, Sulin Sze brings you:

➳ Insights from experts in the field of womens health

➳ Health hacks for more energy, better sleep and healthy weight

➳ Deep dives into the mysterious world of womens hormones

➳The compassion and wisdom that every women deserves when dealing with a health crisis - big or small.

Remember to subscribe/follow.

To book a consultation with Sulinhead to: www.herbalwell.com.au

Instagram: @wellwomannaturally

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Gratitude to the creators of the music used in this podcast.

The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.  

What does it mean to truly see yourself in midlife? In thisconversation with the wise and soulful Vasumati Hancock, we explore how the transition through perimenopause and menopause can become a pathway to inner repose and self-love for all women.

For too long, we’ve have been defined by external roles, cultural expectations or societal ideals. But midlife invites us inward in a beautiful way… to replenish, to listen, and to deepen into a wisdom we already possess. Together, we dive into:

• What does “a healthy me” look like as we age?
• How to shift from external validation to inner wisdom,and the value of self-knowledge for all evolving women
• Cultural perceptions of the external vs. the internal woman
• What indigenous models of womanhood can teach us about valuing ourselves as we age
• How sexuality and sensuality can evolve into something deeper, finer, and more authentic
  

This is a tender, powerful conversation about love, authenticity, and a womans journey of becoming your own guide. If you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply longing to connect with your inner self, this episode is for you. We hope you love it!

Vasumati offers sessions to individuals as well: The goal in Individual sessions is to work in a very gentle and focused way to help each person come more in touch with their inner experience.​ To find out more about Vasumati's workshops, teachings and counselling services visit: https://www.vasumati.info/

Connect with Vasumati on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/prem.vasumati

For more episodes of Well Woman see my other videos or subscribe/follow on Spotify,Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts from.

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To book a consultation with Sulin head to: www.herbalwell.com.au

•Instagram: @wellwomannaturopath

•Facebook: @SulinNaturopath

•Youtube: @sulinsze

Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe.The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

I'm so excited to share this rich and informative conversastion with Sonia Houria Rivas, the Founder of Women Make Waves. We talked about everything from being third culture kids, to food sovereignity, meditation, breathwork and the importance of returning to our ancestral wisdom.

In this episode of Well Woman join Sulin and Sonia for a conversation about ancestral wisdom, food sovereignty, breathing normally and urgency culture, and Sonia takes you through a powerful breathwork technique to normalise the way you breathe. Sonia is a breathwork instructor, an Integrative Inner Power Coach and the founder of Women Make Waves here in Australia. She’s been featured in HEAL Magazine, Mind Blank (mental health), Illawarra Mercury, Vox FM.

Get ready to learn:

• How to nourish your four bodies
• How our food choices reflect our values
• A simple but powerful breathing technique to normalise the way you breathe. Yes!

Grab yourself a cuppa and enjoy this episode of Well Woman podcast! Sonia Houria Rivas is an Integrative Inner Power Coach, breathwork instructor, spiritual guide, and founder of Women Make Waves—a movement helping women reclaim their courage, clarity, and connection through breath, nature, and ancestral wisdom.

Born by the ocean in France to a Tunisian mother and French father, Sonia was raised between cultures—between faith and resistance, the desert wind and the sea breeze. Her path took her from a high-achieving legal career in Europe to a soul-led journey of healing, catalysed by a surfing accident that broke her back—and opened her heart.

Today, Sonia blends deep inner work with practical tools, bridging ancestral knowledge with science-backed methods to help women rewire their mindset, regulate their nervous system, understand their emotions, and reconnect with their intuition.

Through The HOURIA Process, a 10-week transformational journey, she guides women to move through fear, rediscover themselves, embody confidence, and live in alignment with their truth.Whether she’s leading Surf Apnea workshops, facilitating shamanic breath ceremonies, or reviving ancestral traditions through food and ritual, Sonia’s work is grounded in the belief that healing ourselves is inseparable from healing our cultures and the Earth—and that true healing requires embracing all parts of ourselves.

She is deeply passionate about cultural preservation, emotional resilience, and the power of women who remember who they are.How to connect with Sonia:

Website: www.womenmakewaves.com.au/

Insta: www.instagram.com/womenmakewaves_/

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@womenmakewaves_

FB: www.facebook.com/WomenMakeWavesRetreats/

Jump into Sonia’s Online Course “Sacred Winter Ritual” to discover and use the code WELLWOMAN for a special discount:https://courses.womenmakewaves.com.au/sacred-winter-ritual

For more episodes of Well Woman see my other videos or subscribe/follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts from.

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To book a consultation with Sulin head to: www.herbalwell.com.au

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• Youtube: @sulinsze

Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe.The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

Ever wondered if you're in perimenopause? And if so, early or late? Find out in this episode where I break it down and give you the typical symptoms to expect in early and late perimenopause. Find out how close you are to 'the Change'.

• Typical early perimenopause symptoms
• What's happening with hormones in early perimenopause
• The role of irregular ovulation
• The role of an oestrogen - progesterone imbalance
• Typical late perimenopause symptoms

This is a mini-dive into one of the topics from my program 'Your Midlife Evolution'. For links and info on my short courses, talks and audio courses head to www.herbalwell.com.au

Instagram: @wellwomannaturopath

Gratitude to Bottle Of Something - TrackTribe for the music.

The information, opinions and advice provided in this
podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

Step into the Bliss State with an open Heart in this episode of Well Woman. Dr Anna Young-Ferris joins me again to talk about the benefits of meditation not just for your mind, but for your whole being. In this episode learn about:

• The devotional aspects of connecting with the Divine through meditation
• How devotional practices are a form of self-care
• Anna's top devotional practices that everybody can do.

Yes! Anna chants the Sarva Mangala mantra for us again and it’s beautiful 😊

Previous episodes with Anna:

• {32} The meaning of Letting Go ➳ why we meditate, resistance and surrender: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6pKGch2ymVKc85DwafCSs6?si=2h9e89MQQBe01Y__CCd0rA

• {.17.} Bathing in Bliss Chemistry ➳ Dr Anna Young-Ferris on Vedic Meditation: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/jDRcv8IgvRb

• {.18.} Living an Integrated Life ➳ Dr Anna Young-Ferris on Vedic Meditation https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SmbiB7IgvRb
• Find out more about Anna and her meditation courses at: www.annayoungferris.com
• Listen to Anna’s free ‘Connectwith Heart’ guided meditation on her website: https://www.annayoungferris.com/freeguidedmeditation
• Follow Anna on Instagram: @annayoungferris

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Gratitude to the creator of the music used in this podcast: TrackTribe

The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only.

Grief has many faces. It’s not always about losing a loved one—it can be the loss of a job, a dream, your health, or even a version of yourself. Whatever form your grief takes, plants have been our companions through sorrow for thousands ofyearsIn this week’s podcast, I’m sharing the herbs that support each stage of the grieving process—soothing teas, heart-healing lattes, and blends that feel like a warm hug for your soul. Maybe you’ll even be inspired to create your own mix to share with a friend who needs it. 🤍

Because through connection, we heal.

Listen now & nurture your heart.

xo Sulin

Read the full article here: https://herbalwell.com.au/herbs-for-grieving/

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Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe, Chris Haugen and Jesse Gallagher

The information, opinions and advice provided in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.

For too long, women’s health—especially perimenopause—has been under-researched and underserved. But that’s changing. Enter FemTech—a movement leveraging technology to revolutionize how we track, understand, and optimize our health.

Today, I’m joined by Mayra Hurtado, Co-Founder and CEO of Prelude Health. She’s an MBA graduate, public speaker, writer, and she’s created a groundbreaking Womens Health startup, it’s called Hormony and it gives women the ability to track their hormone changes during perimenopause. Imagine knowing exactly what’s happening in your body and making informed choices with confidence!

Mayra’s mission? "To change the narrative of women's health with a touch of tech and a lot of care." 🙌

In this episode, we dive into:

✨ How FemTech is transforming women's healthcare

✨ The power of hormone tracking for perimenopause

✨ Why technology can be a game-changer for midlife women

✨ How we can use innovation to take control of our health and rewrite the future.

If you're a midlife woman, navigating perimenopause, or just curious about the future of women’s health, this episode is for you! 🎙️💡

Connect with Mayra:

• Connect with Mayra on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mghurtado

• Check out Hormony: www.findhormony.com  Follow Hormony on Instagram: www.instagram.com/findhormony
• Buy Mayra’s Perimenopause Card Deck “Let’s Get inTune”: https://www.amazon.com/Perimenopause-Support-Couples-Card-Game/dp/B0DJHPL2J7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IN1BIQO8QCK4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._JoghhJ6vfSEZ9EgbVeXc1pMwNbMEEGv2N0OpT6j_4i26lc4jN3k30nMtUekARtQj8CRMDGs8G_6G85x6KtYVmuzMN8vKpnR-rsk0EQLMWS7Ikhn0ch9lDwi3jQu_D7urwArDIGOJPxP6d8v3LbXlg.P4uaUhq06EaJ1QwMOkcbbmiFJkZMxBDxv62in5d0_Dk&dib_tag=se&keywords=perimenopause+card+deck&qid=1741743915&sprefix=perimenopause+card+dec%2Caps%2C387&sr=8-1
• Buy Mayra’s book “I am Grateful: Daily GratitudeJournal for Women”: www.amazon.com.au/Grateful-Daily-Gratitude-Journal-Women/dp/B0BXN6MQLL

Gratitude for the music creators in this episode: Tracktribe

The information, opinions and advice provided in thispodcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice and is for general information andeducational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast may not always be those of the host. Thanks for listening.