Healthier Life Through Menopause Podcast with Catherine Shelton | Nutrition & Lifestyle Tips for Women

If you’re feeling tired, run-down and on the way to burnout, then this episode is for you! I answer the questions: What is Adrenal Fatigue What are the Symptoms, and What Simple, Natural Remedies Can I Use? This is such an important topic because so many of us are going around in an exhausted daze and assuming that this is just life. But it doesn't have to be that way -there are things you can do...

Hi!   Do you love reading like me? I have 6 amazing books to share with you that will inspire you on your journey to up-level your health and wellness and find more energy, balance and joy. Ranging from topics such as plant-based nutrition, gut health, stress management, sleep hacks and more, there’s something here for everyone.   Let me know which one you’re going to read first!   In the meantime...

Hi!   In today’s episode we’re talking about personality types, and how knowing yourself better can be really helpful both in terms of self-care and also when it comes to forming new, healthier habits or letting go of old, unhelpful habits.   Such quizzes should be taken lightly, as we’re all unique and change is always possible, but they can be pretty insightful when it comes to working out why w...

Hi!   In today’s episode, I’m talking with professional artist and Creative Wellness Coach, Niki Kent on the topic of Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating, and how using art, creativity and green spaces can help to turn those around.   This is also the last week to sign up for my brand new Fit & Flourishing Group Coaching Program! We start May 23rd 2022, so grab your spot without delay!   Find o...

Hi! Today we’re talking about motivation. Lack of motivation is second only to lack of willpower when it comes to reasons that women give for not being able to stick to their health and wellness goals over the long term. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 simple ways you can get more motivation.   And I’m also announcing my brand new 6-week group coaching program for Christian women called ‘Fit and...

Hi! Are you a fresh start junkie like me? I love to think of Easter as my time for a fresh start when it comes to my health and wellness. It’s the perfect time of year!   If you’re also looking for a fresh start, then check out my 7 quick and easy ideas for how you can give your health and wellness a spring clean and makeover.   And if you’re listening to this in the week that it airs, then sign u...

Hi! Today I’m talking about sugar: what it’s doing to your body, where it’s creeping into your diet, how much we should be aiming for, and then ten tips for how to reduce your sugar intake.   This is such an important topic because eating too much sugar is behind so many of today’s chronic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, thyroid disease, Alzheimer’s and even some cancers.   And yet, it’s so h...

Hi!   In today’s episode, I’m talking about why should we, as Christians, be looking after our bodies? Why does our physical health matter? This is such an important topic because understanding our ‘why’ behind all that we do when it comes to health and wellness will keep us going when things get a bit tough, or life throws us a curveball. When you know how amazing your body is, and how important...

  Hi friend! I don't know about you but it seems to me that Easter is fast becoming, if it hasn't already become, the chocolate holiday. At least that's the impression you get when you walk into any supermarket at the time I'm recording this episode.   Whole aisles are dedicated to chocolate eggs of various sizes and flavours, mini eggs for Easter hunts, chocolate shaped bunnies and even chocolate...

Hi!   Today on the podcast I’m chatting with Dr Orlena Kerek. Dr Orlena trained as a pediatric doctor in the UK. She now works as a health coach, teaching busy women to lead their most healthy life in a way they love, so they can feel amazing, lead a long life and teach their kids healthy living habits.   Like me, Dr Orlena also has four kids, so we start off by talking about picky eaters. We then...

Hi friend! This podcast is for you, even if you don’t consider yourself (yet) a runner! Not only do I talk about the amazing health benefits of running, but I also share some interesting facts about how, as a species, we’re literally born to run, and also about the history of women’s running in particular. And at the end, I have a special announcement to make that I would love your help with! So s...

Hi! I’m still on Cloud 9 after an amazing time leading my very first Wellness Reset Weekend this past weekend! Many of you have been curious to know how it went, so in today’s episode, I’m sharing a snapshot of what went on, the kinds of topics we discussed, the overall plan of the weekend and some great feedback I’ve already got from the guests who attended. It’s certainly encouraged me to run mo...

Hi! Today I’m sharing six of my all-time, favourite, healthy foods! These six foods are a regular part of our weekly meals, and they’re all bursting with vitamins, minerals, fibre and amazing health benefits. Find out which six foods I’m sharing today, and let me know if you agree :-) Check out the show notes for some easy recipes where you can start incorporating more of these healthy foods into...

Hi There!   You may have heard of the term Intermittent Fasting. It’s very popular in the health and wellness world at the moment, but it can also be a little confusing. In today’s episode, I talk about both the spiritual and the health benefits of Periodic Fasting. I hope to answer many of your questions about Intermittent Fasting and Time Restricted Eating and give you some suggestions for how y...

What is pancake day all about? Why do Christians fast during Lent? And what kinds of things could I be fasting from or giving up in the 40 days up to Easter?   In this week’s episode, we have a bit of a look back at church history, as well as encouragement not to give up on the traditional practice of fasting. I also give you 7 ideas of things you could be giving up for Lent that might make a mass...

Hey Friend!   Are you looking after your immune health?   Our modern life, whether that’s through the foods we’re eating, or not eating, or the toxins we’re exposed to, or our high levels of chronic stress together with not enough hours of quality sleep, is all contributing to our immune systems just not being able to function at their best and protect us as they’re designed to do.   My guest on t...

Hey Friend! Do you struggle with willpower when it comes to tempting foods or habits that you know are unhelpful? You’re not alone! And there are reasons why it’s so hard. But the good news is that willpower is not something that you either have or you don’t have. In this episode I talk about what willpower is; the parts of your brain that are in conflict with each other; and then 3 steps you can...

Hi! Today we’re talking about the 3 ‘R’s. Not the ones at school, but ‘Rest, Reconnecting with God and Reflection’. (And Planning, but that doesn’t start with an R sadly!)   I talk about why each one is so important, and I give you tips on how to fit them into your life on a daily, weekly, quarterly and yearly basis.   There are lots of Bible quotes in this episode, and check out my book recommend...

Hi there! The number one reason women give me for why they’re struggling with their health and wellness is not having enough TIME! We’re just too busy. But then, if we’re not careful to fit in time for healthy eating, exercise and all the other pillars of good health, then we’re on a downward spiral towards burnout, and that’s no good for anyone ☹ In this week’s episode I talk about the number one...

Hey Friend!   Today we’re answering a question from one of the lovely ladies inside my Healthier Life Community Facebook Group. She asked about how she could improve her digestive health. This is a topic I’m a big fan of, partly because of my own history with IBS. We’re going to be talking about what is digestive or gut health, why is it important, why we might have bad gut health in the first pla...

Hi there! One of the foundational topics I cover with my clients is nutrition, and so today I thought I’d do an episode all about a particular kind of food that people love to hate, and often avoid, but is actually packed full of nutrition and really, really good for you. And that’s BEANS! Why are beans good for us? How can we avoid getting the unpleasant side effects? What are my tips for cooking...

Hi! This is our last in our 3-part series on setting healthy habits. Today I’m interviewing my dear friend, fellow health coach and motivational speaker, Daniela Ullmann. Daniela is sharing her top 5 tips for setting up healthy habits for the year ahead, and we also touch on the importance of morning routines. Daniela’s got so much wisdom to share, I just know you’re going to love this episode!  ...

Happy New Year! I'm sure you've thought about some new goals for the year ahead. But what’s the secret to actually achieving your health and wellness goals? Answer: creating habits that stick. Following on from the last episode on Understanding Your Why and Setting SMART Goals, the next step is to Create Healthy Habits. But how can we do that so we keep going and don’t give up? I have 6 easy hacks...

If you’re anything like me, you love fresh starts and are already making plans for 2022. Perhaps you’re wondering what your New Year’s Resolutions should be. But stop!! New Year’s Resolutions don’t actually work! Why? I give you 3 reasons inside today’s episode, and then give you clear, actionable tips for how you can turn that around and set goals for 2022 that you actually have a good chance of...

Happy Christmas 2021!   Just a quick episode talking about my own experience of celebrating Christmas in a place where the 25th was a normal, working day, and some tips on how to avoid the commercialism and secularization of Christmas in today’s Western culture.   If you’d like to give my feedback and suggestions for future episodes, I’d love to hear from you. Email me at support@catherineshelton....