Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti

Perimenopause isn’t something to endure or push through. It’s a phase that invites listening, learning, and informed action. When you respond to symptoms early, you don’t just feel better now, you change how menopause unfolds later. If you’ve noticed subtle shifts like poorer sleep, lower stress tolerance, increased fatigue, changes in mood, or slower recovery from exercise, your body may already...

Gaining weight in your 40s? This episode explains the real root causes of perimenopause weight gain, from hormones and muscle loss to stress, insulin resistance, fasting and thyroid shifts. If you’re tired of feeling confused, frustrated, or betrayed by your body …this episode is for you! You’ll leave this episode with clarity, compassion for yourself, and practical steps to support your metabolis...

A practical, empowering guide to what to eat in your 40s for better energy, hormone balance, and long-term health. This archive episode breaks down the best diet for perimenopause, without rules or restriction.

Feeling more stressed or anxious in your 40s? This episode explains how cortisol and your nervous system shift in perimenopause, and practical ways to feel calmer and more resilient. Mentioned in the Episode: DUTCH hormone testing: work with me in my DUTCH Plus Hormone Insight Package here . Sam Miller's YouTube Channel Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/sta...

Discover the most important blood tests to track in your 40s and perimenopause, including optimal ranges, what your GP might miss, and how your results can explain fatigue, low mood, weight changes, and more. You’ll learn: Why blood work becomes more important in your 40s Why trends over time matter more than isolated results The “low-hanging fruit” markers that can mimic perimenopause symptoms Th...

Aches, stiffness and joint pain in your 40s? This archive episode explains the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and how to support your body through nutrition and lifestyle.

In this episode, we explore what actually happens to oestrogen once your body has finished using it, and how your liver, gut, and lymphatic system all play a role in keeping your hormones balanced. Learn why oestrogen can be higher than ever in early perimenopause, how to support detoxification through food and lifestyle, and how to avoid endocrine disruptors that mimic hormones in the body. Menti...

Low oestrogen can affect everything from your mood and brain to your skin, libido, and joints. Learn the key signs, root causes, and how to support your hormones so you can feel like yourself again. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore my Midlife Thrive membership: https://francescaliparoti.com/midlife-thrive-membership/   Work with me 121...

Heard about DIM for hormone balance? In this episode, Francesca explains what DIM and sulforaphane actually do, why DIM isn’t always a good idea in perimenopause, and how to safely support oestrogen detox and balance through food. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore my Midlife Thrive membership: https://francescaliparoti.com/midlife-thriv...

Most women in perimenopause are unknowingly under-fuelling, eating too little protein and not enough calories in an effort to “be good.” In this episode, nutritional therapist Francesca Liparoti explains why under-eating during perimenopause can disrupt hormones and energy, and how focusing on balanced nutrition can help you feel calm, strong, and energised again. Links: Take my free perimenopause...

Your gut and hormones are in constant communication, and during perimenopause, that connection becomes even more important. In this episode, Francesca explores how changes to your gut microbiome affect oestrogen balance, inflammation, and mood, and shares simple nutrition and lifestyle tips to restore harmony from the inside out. You'll learn: Why gut symptoms often overlap with perimenopause symp...

Struggling with poor sleep or low energy in perimenopause? Discover how to align your 24-hour body clock for deeper rest and balanced hormones, starting today. You’ll learn: Why your circadian rhythm affects more than just sleep The key hormones that set your internal clock How stress, light exposure, and blood sugar impact rhythm alignment The best morning and evening habits to optimise sleep qua...

If you’re waking up in the night during perimenopause, your hormones could be to blame. Learn how oestrogen, progesterone, and stress impact your sleep, plus practical ways to support your circadian rhythm, calm your nervous system, and finally sleep through the night. You’ll come away with a new understanding of your body’s signals and clear steps to start sleeping soundly again. Links: Take my f...

Feeling tired, foggy, or anxious in your 40s? It’s not “just perimenopause.” In this episode, Francesca explains why a 360° approach; supporting your thyroid, blood sugar, inflammation, gut, and hormone metabolism, is the key to thriving in midlife. Learn what really works and how to get started today. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore...

Hormone-disrupting chemicals are everywhere, from beauty products to plastics, and they can influence your symptoms in perimenopause. This episode shows you how to spot them, reduce your exposure, and protect your hormone health with simple, realistic lifestyle swaps. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore my Midlife Thrive membership: https...

If you’ve ever been told you have thyroid problems, unexplained joint pain, or strange symptoms that flare and fade without reason, this episode is for you. You'll learn: What autoimmunity is and why your immune system can sometimes turn on your own body. The link between perimenopause and autoimmune flares, and why hormonal changes, especially in oestrogen, play such a big role. Dr Alessio Fasano...

Perimenopause rarely happens in isolation. For many women, it layers on top of existing health challenges such as autoimmunity, chronic gut imbalances like SIBO, or even mould illness, making symptoms feel overwhelming and deeply interconnected. In this episode, I’ll walk you through: Why these conditions often overlap with perimenopause, and how shifting hormones affect immunity, inflammation, gu...

When it comes to perimenopause and menopause, so much of the conversation online is filled with doom and gloom. From Facebook groups to Instagram posts, the focus is often on how awful the symptoms are, but what’s missing is empowerment, solutions, and hope. In this episode, I’m calling out the fear-based narrative and sharing a different perspective. Yes, fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone ca...

Does your stomach balloon after meals, sometimes so much it looks like you’re pregnant? You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone! In this episode, I unpack why bloating becomes more common in our 40s, how shifting hormones affect gut health, and the hidden role of stomach acid and digestive enzymes. You’ll learn: Why perimenopause hormones impact your gut lining The difference betw...

When we talk about health, especially in midlife, we often hear people wanting a “fast metabolism.” But the real key to long-term health isn’t speed, it’s flexibility. In this episode, I’m diving into the concept of metabolic flexibility: what it is, why it matters so much during perimenopause, and how you can support it at any stage of your journey. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https:/...

Perimenopause starts earlier than you think. Discover 10 things I wish I knew in my 30s about hormones, stress, sleep & thriving through midlife. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore my Midlife Thrive membership: https://francescaliparoti.com/midlife-thrive-membership/   Work with me 121: https://francescaliparoti.com/services/ Connect...

The truth is, the best diet for perimenopause isn’t about following strict rules or jumping on the latest trend. It’s about nourishing your whole body to build lasting energy, improve sleep, reduce hormonal symptoms like night sweats, irritability, brain fog, or mood swings, and support long-term health. In this episode, I break down: Why perimenopause changes everything—from blood sugar regulatio...

In this episode, I share why perimenopause isn’t a disease, why you’re not broken or just “getting old,” and how small, nourishing changes can make a powerful impact on your energy, mood, and wellbeing. You’ll learn: Why the panic around perimenopause isn’t helpful or accurate How to support your body through this transition with compassion Simple shifts that can help you feel more grounded and re...

From misunderstood fitness trends to stress, alcohol, and even the myth of “normal” blood tests, we explore what might be holding you back from truly thriving in perimenopause and beyond. If you're doing everything “right” but still not feeling like yourself, this episode is a must-listen. Links: Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page   Explore my Midlife Th...

Learn why protein becomes essential for women over 40, not just for fitness or body goals, but for your muscle, metabolism, hormones, blood sugar, bones, and long-term vitality.