MIND: The NEW Perimenopause

In this episode of the Sexy Ageing podcast, host Tracy Minnoch-Nuku speaks with cognitive neuroscientist Therese Huston about brain health, particularly in relation to aging and hormonal changes during perimenopause. They discuss the impact of memory changes, the role of the prefrontal cortex, and the effects of stress and multitasking on cognitive function. Therese shares strategies for enhancing brain health, including mindfulness meditation, physical activity, and nutrition, while also addressing the importance of sleep and glymphatic clearance. The conversation emphasizes hope and actionable steps for maintaining cognitive function as we age.SEXY AGEING RESOURCESSexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APPBOOK ME for a Menopause Workshop Book: My Menopause MemoirDownload your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE GOGOOD PROTEIN: 15% DISCOUNT CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS Instagram TikTok LINKEDIN

In this episode of the Sexy Aging podcast, host Tracy Minnoch-Nuku speaks with Lisa Mulligan, CEO and founder of Culture Ministry, about the importance of menopause support in the workplace and the broader context of diversity and inclusion. They discuss the challenges women face in leadership roles, the cultural insights gained from living in diverse regions, and the need for organizations to create sustainable practices that support all employees, particularly women experiencing menopause. The conversation highlights the importance of engaging men in these discussions and the need for community support as women navigate their careers and personal lives during this transitional phase.Menopause at Work Support Workshop: [email protected] LISA MULLIGAN SEXY AGEING RESOURCESSexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APP: https://getstarted.sexyageing.com/Use the code “PODCAST” for 20% offBook: My Menopause MemoirDownload your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE GOGOOD PROTEIN: 15% DISCOUNT CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS Instagram TikTok LINKEDIN

In this episode of the Sexy Ageing podcast, host Tracy Minnoch-Nuku speaks with Joe Hoye, a fitness professional dedicated to empowering women over 40. Joe shares his personal journey into fitness, the importance of understanding women's health, particularly regarding muscle mass and aging, and the mindset shifts necessary for women experiencing menopause. The conversation emphasizes the need for awareness around menopause and the psychological symptoms that accompany it, as well as Joe's future aspirations to spread his message and help as many people as possible.CONNECT WITH JOE HOYEWEBSITEINSTAGRAMTracy speaks on Joe's Podcast "Menopause for a Man"SEXY AGEING FITNESS APP - 30 DAY FREE TRIALSEXY AGEING WEBSITEChapters00:00 Introduction to Joe Hoye and His Mission05:34 Joe's Journey into Fitness and Coaching Women10:08 Understanding Women 40+: Challenges and Insights16:01 The Importance of Mindset in Fitness20:53 Menopause Awareness and Support25:21 Future Aspirations and Spreading the Message

In this episode of the Sexy Ageing podcast, host Tracy Minnoch-Nuku and guest Stella MacGregor discuss the journey from perimenopause to postmenopause. They share personal experiences, unique symptoms, and the empowerment that comes with navigating this life stage. The conversation emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, mental health, and the hope that lies in postmenopause, encouraging women to embrace their strength and purpose as they age.Stella is a long-time subscriber in the Sexy Ageing app and an incredible example of a woman who has come through the toughest of perimenopause stronger and more resilient. TakeawaysThe journey through menopause can be challenging but empowering.Unique symptoms like vertigo and rage can occur during perimenopause.Lifestyle changes, including exercise and diet, can significantly impact well-being.Women often experience a shift in mindset during perimenopause.Empowerment comes from taking control of one's health and choices.Postmenopause can be a time of renewed purpose and strength.Compassion for oneself and others increases during this life stage.It's important to talk about the diverse experiences of menopause.Women can thrive in their 50s and beyond, redefining their lives.The choices made during menopause can shape the future positively.SEXY AGEING RESOURCESSexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APPUse the code “PODCAST” for 20% offBook me for a Menopause Workshop Book: My Menopause MemoirDownload your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE  BENABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: Use this invite code to set up your own account for free "SA7YX"GOGOOD PROTEIN: 15% DISCOUNT CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS Instagram TikTok LINKEDIN

In this episode of the podcast, Tracy discusses the impact of alcohol on menopause with guest Ange Chappel, founder of the Mind the Sip app. They explore the cultural attitudes towards alcohol, personal journeys with drinking, and strategies for reducing alcohol intake. The conversation emphasizes the importance of making mindful choices regarding alcohol consumption, especially for women navigating menopause. They also touch on the changing perspectives of future generations towards alcohol and health. CONNECT WITH ANGE CHAPPEL Mind the Sip SEXY AGEING RESOURCESSexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APP: https://getstarted.sexyageing.com/Use the code “PODCAST” for 20% offBook me for a Menopause Workshop for your place of workBook: My Menopause Memoir GoGood Protein - 15% OFF with this LINK PUSH Gummies (creatine monohydrate) - 15% OFF with this LINK Download your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE  BENABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: Use this invite code to set up your own account for free "SA7YX" CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS  Instagram  TikTok  LinkedIn CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Sexy Aging Podcast 01:02 Introduction to Alcohol Awareness 03:54 Personal Journey with Alcohol 07:13 Cultural Influences on Drinking 10:03 Health Risks of Alcohol Consumption 12:56 Impact of Alcohol on Menopause 16:15 Strategies for Reducing Alcohol Intake 19:13 Future Generations and Alcohol Consumption

100 Episodes in the Sexy Ageing Podcast! And how fitting that I get to speak with Niki Bezzant, Author of “This Changes Everything: the honest guide to menopause and perimenopause” and “The Everything Guide: Hormones, Health and Happiness in menopause, midlife and beyond” for the 100th episode and the final one for 2024.  Niki and I have had quite similar perimenopause experiences, but as we know, it’s different for every woman. We also wanted to review the state of menopause the past few years and ultimately highlight that research, care and support IS getting better and yet there is still so much that needs to be done. This is a JUICY episode and we discuss: Our Hormone Therapy (HT) experiences and the symptoms that sent us to the doctor for help. What worked and what didn't. Body shape changes and how we feel about it. The lifelong challenge women have with body image and how menopause can help or hinder. Niki’s overview from the recent International Menopause Society Conference - how menopause is complicated - the data and research gaps - what the world knows and doesn’t know about menopause - new and promising interventions - when to start HT - and the importance of exercise during menopause. Medical social media influencers and how they help, or not! “Menowashing” pros and cons and do the supplements work? Diets - what are the best and worst during menopause. Healthy aging and gendered ageism and what this actually means for women. It’s a LOT! Niki and I could have spoken for hours and I’m so grateful that we do make the time to catch up to share what we have learnt and help other women.  You can find Niki HERE SEXY AGEING RESOURCES FOR MENOPAUSE SUPPORT Sexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APP: https://getstarted.sexyageing.com/ Sexy Ageing WEBSITE To contact me to discuss a workshop for your business, please email [email protected] or review the WORKSHOPS Landing Page  Book: My Menopause Memoir Download your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE   BENABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: Use this invite code to set up your own account for free "SA7YX"  CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS Instagram  TikTok  The Sexy Ageing Facebook Community

What’s up with my metabolism? Has my metabolism slowed down because of menopause? In this episode with Lara Briden ND, we discuss her research into metabolism, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction. Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and the bestselling author of Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and The Metabolism Reset—practical guides to treating women's health with nutrition, supplements, and body-identical hormones. A graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (1997) and the University of Calgary (evolutionary biology), Lara serves on several scientific advisory committees. In this episode, we discuss: - What is metabolic inflexibility?- How does insulin resistance affect women’s health differently from men’s- What are the common signs of metabolic dysfunction? - The relationship between metabolic dysfunction, insulin resistance, and menopause- The role of gut health in supporting the metabolism- Small, practical changes to repair your metabolism. Connect with Lara ⁠WEBSITE⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ ⁠THE METABOLISM RESET⁠ SEXY AGEING RESOURCES    Sexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APP: ⁠https://getstarted.sexyageing.com/⁠  Book:⁠ My Menopause Memoir⁠ ⁠Download your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE ⁠  ⁠BENABLE ONLINE SHOPPING⁠: Use this invite code to set up your own account for free "SA7YX"  CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS  ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠TikTok⁠  ⁠The Sexy Ageing Facebook Community⁠

We take sleep for granted until we begin waking up multiple times through the night, as is the case for many women as they enter the menopause life stage. When I'm coaching women on how to support their menopause symptoms, I always start with managing their sleep. In this interview with Sarah Harmer, we dive into the importance of sleep, the sleep cycle, and how to get more quality sleep. If you have been struggling with sleep disturbances and insomnia, then this is the episode for YOU.In this episode, we discuss:- the importance and relevance of sleep for health - the relationship between sleep, cardiovascular health, mental health and weight gain- the 5 things that happen to us while sleeping- the relationship between insomnia, sleep challenges and menopause- how to get more sleepConnect with SARAH HARMERRESOURCESSexy Ageing Fitness APPMenopause Workshops My Menopause Memoir (book)Download your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker HERE SEXY AGEING WEBSITEMY RECOMMENDATIONSPROTEIN (15% off)CREATINE MONOHYDRATE (15% off)CONNECT WITH ME Instagram TikTok The Sexy Ageing Facebook Community

It's been a while since I've had a conversation with another woman in her menopause life stage. About 10 months ago, Tarryn accidentally went viral on TikTok with a clip about her perimenopause journey—because apparently, the universe thought she hadn’t had enough surprises for one lifetime. Fuelled by a desire to make sure other women didn’t face the same blindsiding, she kept the conversation going, mixing in her own life stories, quirks, and a healthy dose of self-deprecating humour. Tarryn’s unfiltered honesty and willingness to show off her imperfections have turned her into the relatable, ‘so-not-Instagram’ character that women didn’t know they were missing. After all, who wants perfect when you can have real? You can find Tarryn WEBSITE TIKTOK SEXY AGEING RESOURCES AND LINKS NEW SEXY AGEING FITNESS APP - LAUNCHING SEP 2024⁠ ⁠READ MY MENOPAUSE MEMOIR⁠ I use⁠ GOGOOD PROTEIN⁠: get 15% off with "SEXYAGEING" I'm getting stronger with ⁠PUSH GUMMIES⁠ creatine monohydrate: get 15% off ⁠SEXYAGEING WEBSITE⁠ - for workshops, retreats, blog posts and more!

PMDD - Pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder, can affect up to 20% of the female population yet very little is known about it. Many of us can attest to PMS symptoms throughout our monthly cycles and 1 in 5 women may be experiencing hormonally driven symptoms that can seriously impact their quality of life. I spoke with Dr Ceri Cashell, MBCHB MRCP MRCGP FRACGP, GP Principal (Avalon Family Medical Practice) in Australia about PMDD. The questions I asked her: 1. What is PMDD and how is it diagnosed? 2. When it comes to menopause, how does PMDD affect women? 3. What are your top recommendations to support women who might be struggling with PMDD and in menopause?  I hope this episode helps someone looking for answers. FIND DR CERI INSTAGRAM WEBSITE LINKEDIN NEW SEXY AGEING FITNESS APP - LAUNCHING SEP 2024 READ MY MENOPAUSE MEMOIR I use GOGOOD PROTEIN: get 15% off with "SEXYAGEING" I'm getting stronger with PUSH GUMMIES creatine monohydrate: get 15% off SEXYAGEING WEBSITE - for workshops, retreats, blog posts and more!