Happy Hormones Podcast

Just as we need air and water, we all know that our bodies need vitamins and minerals to function properly. They are the essential micronutrients your body needs to build, repair, grow, heal, protect, support and regulate almost every single function, including your hormones! Trouble is, finding the right balance is not always easy and deficiencies are common. Especially as we get older. Here are...

Organic foods are often more expensive. If you're health conscious, it can be a tricky choice. Is it worth spending the extra money? If you're worried about pesticide exposure (and you should be), then the answer is yes, but there are some foods that are worse than others. Here are my top 10 foods to always try to buy organic where possible. Contact us if you'd like any help with your hormones or...

If you suffer from migraines, you don't need to be told how debilitating they are. More common in women, there are many underlying factors behind migraines. But if you can identify (and avoid) the triggers and support your health naturally, you may be able to see significant improvements. Contact us if you'd like further help with your migraines (or hormones); www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact

In this week's episode, I’m chatting to Wendy Powell. I’ve known Wendy since I first heard her speak on stage about her ground breaking programme MUTU system, and then had to go buy it immediately. Since then, I’ve been using it weekly, and absolutely love it. So I had to have Wendy on the podcast to explain why she came up with it and why over 68,000 women have already been through it. I love Wen...

In this podcast, I'm highlighting what's in Issue 5 of the Happy Hormones magazine, including; * Comedian and author Jenny Eclair talking about her hilarious new book ‘Older and Wider’. * Radio 2 presenter, author and 'Imperfectly Natural' Janey Lee Grace talks about her decision to ditch the booze and embrace an alcohol-free lifestyle. * Sleep expert, Dr Nerina Ramlakhan talks to us about her own...

Most of us know that if you can balance your blood sugar you’re going to be healthier. But how does that work? And what's it got to do with your hormones? Well a lot! If your blood sugar is out of balance the whole system is affected, and this can cause all sorts of symptoms including fatigue, mood swings, period issues, sex drive, weight gain & sleep! In this episode, I explain why you need to fo...

If you're looking for hormone related books that are educational but also easy to read and super practical, then I've got 4 brilliant recommendations for you! Listen for more on; 1/ The Stress Solution by Dr Chatterjee 2/ Older and Wider by Jenny Eclair 3/ Notes on a nervous planet by Matt Haig 4/ Fix Your Period by Nicole Jardim - The Period Girl And I'm already assuming you've got my book (??!!)...

Karen Skidmore is a business coach and author, teaching business owners about True Profit, combining being-ness and doing-ness so you can play a bigger game without burning out. She also talks about the impact menopause can have on our work, so I was all ears on this one! I loved chatting to Karen about how to respect and work with the ebb and flow of our cycles and our energy so that we can be pr...

If you're a woman over 40, it's likely that you're going to need to supplement your diet with a few key nutrients (for reasons I explain in the video!). While there's no 'one size fits all' with supplements, there are some basic nutrients that we all need. Find out my top 5 in this episode. If you want to try them, you can buy them here; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/shop-now (Please consult with y...

Dr Nerina Ramlakhan is a neuroscientist, physiologist and 3 times best selling author and expert on sleep. In our chat, she is very open about her own battles with insomnia and anxiety, and she shares the essential tool kit that she has created after 30 years of helping herself and others. Hope you find it helpful if your sleep is suffering. Contact us for more information on how we can support yo...

Are you creaking and cracking? You may be one of the estimated 7/10 women over 35 that suffer from joint pain! There are many physical causes of joint pain as you get older - wear & tear, posture, injury etc, but there are also many factors that are biochemical that your daily life can have a big impact on. Listen and find my top natural solutions to improving joint pain and inflammation. If you'd...

Eating fat has been demonised for decades, but science shows that healthy fats are essential for every cell in the body, and especially for your hormones! Find out what fats to eat more of, and which fats to avoid. If you need help with your hormones, contact us for a free Discovery Call; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact

Have you stopped drinking alcohol? Or thought about going alcohol free? Well Janey Lee Grace went ahead and ditched the booze two and a half years ago, and has never felt better. Here's what she had to say about her experience and why she has set up The Sober Club to support others. www.thesoberclub.com

Do you eat mindfully, or do you bolt your food down without much thought? While we have been so focused on WHAT we are eating, we have rarely questioned HOW we are eating. Growing research is now showing that our attitudes and habits around how we eat are just as important as what we’re putting in our mouths. Here are 6 surprising health benefits of mindful eating and how to get started. And here'...

When I started studying hormones back in the day, I didn’t think I’d also have to talk about poo! But working with women's hormones week in week out, we see gut and digestive issues in 80% of our clients. That's because there's an inextricable link between hormone health and your gut function - happy gut, happy hormones! Find out my top 11 tips on how to support your gut so you have happier hormon...

If you feel a constant pull to your smart phone or tablet to check on emails or messages, or you're constantly distracted by your emails or notifications when you could be doing focussed work, this interview with Laura Willis is one to watch! Not only is Laura my sister-in-law, but she's also the founder of Shine Offline, helping people to improve their digital wellbeing so that it has a positive...

Do you know if your thyroid is working well? There are many of us with undiagnosed thyroid issues, whether it's auto-immune related or we're just sub-optimal, sub-clinical or borderline on our test results . In this episode I talk about the causes of Hypothyroidism and 9 ways to support your thyroid naturally. Do contact us if you suspect you might have a thyroid issue, we can book in a free call...

Joanna Martin is an inspirational force for women everywhere! Here she explains why she started her community of grassroots women leaders. The One of Many programmes are designed by women, for women, and it’s a completely holistic approach. Rather than focusing on one aspect of your life (like your leadership at work) it supports you to handle challenges, uncertainty and setbacks in any area of yo...

Everyone seems to be gluten free these days. But is gluten all bad? How do we know it might be a problem and should we be avoiding it completely? In Coeliac Awareness Week, I look at what gluten is, the different conditions it can cause and how best to know if it's a problem for you. Check out our gluten free online programme; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/30days

Exercise is vital for hormone balance, as it has been shown to reduce stress levels and also improve your insulin function. But there are a lot of myths out there about exercise. Especially for women who have to look after their hormones! Yoga with Adrienne https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene and MUTU system https://www.happyhormonesforlife.com/mutu-system are two of my favourite online r...

Vitamin D supplementation has been shown to help with other viruses such as the flu, so while we wait for more evidence on this Covid 19 virus, why don't we try it as a mainline treatment anyway based on the fact that it's fairly cheap, safe and available immediately? We should at least ram home the message that everyone needs to be supplementing to make sure they have optimal levels.

Are you eating and drinking your way through this lockdown? While we might be jumping around with Joe Wicks or doing online yoga classes, most of us are admitting we’re eating too much, and drinking more alcohol than normal. Most of us can get away with it for a while. But I’m hearing a lot of women say they’re worried about the impact on their health and their hormones, and the thought of getting...

Today I’m chatting with one of our clients Celine Hooper, who signed up for our hormone testing package last year. She happily agreed to tell us her transformative story - from feeling 'on the floor' to being back in control, in the hope of inspiring other women to seek help and improve their health too. I loved hearing about her journey. Hope you’re inspired by it too. If you'd like to learn more...

Cortisol is our main stress hormone, and it's a life-saver when we're in danger. However it can also have a hugely negative impact on the rest of our body if we don't manage it. And these days with ever increasing levels of stress in our lives, it's more important than ever to manage our cortisol levels. It can mess up our hormones (especially through perimenopause!), digestion, brain function, en...

Are you oestrogen dominant? Many women, even if they are menopausal, are experiencing an imbalance in the ratio of oestrogen and progesterone, which can lead to symptoms of PMS, heavy periods, bloating, water retention, breast tenderness, headaches or weight gain. Find out the potential causes and my natural tips on how to rebalance. As always, if you need testing or personal help, do get in touch...