The Hormone Hub

"My libido has left the planet" is how one of my clients described her sex life. When we hit perimenopause and menopause there's a lot going on… hormonal changes can be the tip of the iceberg.  The drop in oestrogen and androgens (our "male" hormones) can certainly impact us physically on many levels…but how about the fact that we're simply exhausted. Sometimes we're lucky enough to have the energ...

Weight loss surgery is a BIG business and a fast growing industry. I'm often asked for my opinion, so today I'm not holding back!  There's no doubt that in the short term, weight loss is a given. BUT in this episode I'm sharing what the surgery looks like 3-5 or so years down the track. It can certainly be effective and have long term results for some, however like all things when it comes to heal...

If you have ever wondered how hypnosis can help melt subconscious beliefs and patterns that keep us stuck in the weight struggle… …then you're going to love today's episode! For the last 20 years, clinical hypnotherapist and weight specialist Rita Black has been helping people break free from these mental weight barriers in order to find lasting weight loss with the use of hypnosis. Many of the ch...

Let's talk about those "normal results"! In today's episode I jump in and talk about why your test results can be "normal" yet you feel anything BUT! And most importantly what you can choose to do about it…  It seems that menopause is getting more airtime, which is great but perimenopause still seems to be a mystery to all and barely discussed. It even comes up on autocorrect as an unknown word! (...

"The big secret in life is that there is no secret . Whatever is your goal, you can get there if you are willing to work." This is one of my favourite quotes from Oprah Winfrey and can be applied to just about any aspect of our life, including our health and well being!  In today's episode I'm talking about the one secret you need to know about creating amazing results. Actually, maybe it's TWO se...

Spring time here in the southern hemisphere and back to school in the northern, so we are about to be inundated with detoxes, cleanses, potions, pills and diets to have us feeling younger, skinnier and "cleaner"! So do we need a radical detox? The short answer is NO. BUT (hehe I feel I throw in a BUT every week) mindfully cutting back on toxins and overindulging in alcohol and comfort foods can su...

You might be thinking…yep I want to make some changes BUT… I'm really busy, how will I have time I've tried everything and nothing works How do I know this will work for me?  In the last few episodes I've been talking a lot about the importance of getting your blood sugar under control to switch off your fat storage hormones, reset your metabolism and shift your mindset. Today I bring it together...

We are all connected to biological rhythms and cycles that influence the natural ebbs and flows of our energy, our nutritional needs and our sleep patterns. Regardless of whether or not you are still menstruating, on birth control, had a hysterectomy or been through menopause, you can still tap into these rhythms. We aren't robots and we definitely don't have the same levels of energy, appetite, c...

Is it a diet…is it a supplement…. NO, it's a different way of looking at the way we eat.  Today I speak with farmer Greg Peterson, from Urban Farm,  who is on a mission to transform our global food system. It's a sentiment I couldn't agree with more. Our bodies were designed to eat real food - not manufactured and processed "food".   Years ago I ran nutrition talks in kindergartens and the kids ca...

Bloating, gas and hives, oh my!  You've no doubt heard the quote that food can be our medicine… and the flip side is, it can be our poison too. There is no doubt that our hormones change the way our body responds to food and this can bring on a range of inflammatory and very often annoying symptoms.  The fastest way to stop guessing which foods (and products such as toothpastes and deodorants too!...

When we hit 50 (or 40 or 60 for that matter!) we are NOT old ladies. Not even close to it. We have plenty of living left to do and we should be living vibrant and energetic lives! We also come with the benefits of experience, wisdom and hindsight!  In this episode, it is my turn to be interviewed by the vivacious Kip Clarke, host of the Wild and Wise Women Over 50 masterclass series. Kip created t...

Estrogen plays a big role in our reproductive health, it gives us our boobs and curves, it is critical in helping us create healthy pregnancies and babies.  On top of that, estrogen promotes new bone growth - preventing osteoporosis, and also supports our cardiovascular health and plays a role in regulating our insulin response to prevent insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes.   There is however...

As women many of us are natural people pleasers. We have an extraordinary capacity to take on more to support others - we're honestly all a bit too capable for our own good!  Be it partners, children, parents, friends, family, work, community and we've been doing it most of our lives, so it's ingrained deep into our psyche.  Today I share a great conversation with leadership coach Jo Zulaica.  Jo...

If you can't sleep at night, then you're not alone. While sleep is so essential for our health, it can also be so elusive. It's often one of the first  signs and symptoms of peri menopause  – quickly followed by exhaustion and fatigue, and can last well beyond menopause (really…did it ever come back after kids??!!). Here we look at why you're struggling to get a decent night's sleep and what you c...

Why is it that we can have all the best intentions in the world but we just can't get ourselves to the finish line?  In this episode I speak with my good friend, Karlie McKeand who is a naturopath and the creator of NER - Naturopathic Emotional Release. We look at the unconscious stresses that lead us to sabotaging our goals, stemming from underlying emotions or underlying stress patterns that thr...

Once you hit your 40s and 50s, your body is undergoing the biggest change since puberty which can leave you feeling exhausted, waking up in the night, cranky and reaching for sugar, chocolate, wine and cheese just to keep you going through a busy day. And how your body burns fat (or not…) has completely changed. To say the least, once you hit your 40's and 50s, regaining your energy and shifting t...

If you want to successfully create a healthy life you absolutely love there are a few things you need to know.  If you are ready to get unstuck, gain clarity and move forward into your healthiest most vibrant life then you should register for the Naturally Healthy Women Summit.  My friend Dawn Calvinisti has brought together incredible women experts and influencers (including me!) for this complim...

Stress, fatigue and burnout sit alongside modern day busy life for many women.  In today's episode, I'm really excited to speak with naturopath Pam Hird, who has a special interest in prevention and treatment of women experiencing burnout and was my personal "go to", years ago and was an integral part of my recovery from adrenal fatigue.  Pam breaks down simple steps we can take to slow down, brin...

No woman should be left to silently suffer the potentially debilitating symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. There are lots of options available to us - both naturally in the form of diet, lifestyle, stress management ​ and also in the form of HRT or what is now known as MHT - Menopause Hormone Therapy. ​ Today I'm not talking for or against MHT and I talk about why it doesn't have to be an ei...

It likely comes as no surprise that alcohol, health, hormones and weight loss goals generally don't mix, and if we're being honest, there really are many valid reasons to have a serious look at our drinking habits and drastically reduce or even give up the booze. Certainly having a glass of wine, or whatever your drink of choice, is also a cherished pastime, a form of self-medication, a conduit fo...

Today we're getting serious… Heart disease is the #1 cause of death of women worldwide, and 1 woman every hour in Australia aged 45-65 dies as a result of heart disease. That's around 3 x more than breast cancer!  The good news is, it's also largely preventable!! While so much of my work and what I talk about is focused on hormone health - by managing this with dietary and lifestyle changes we are...

We need balanced hormones... OK Great! But what exactly does that even mean, and which hormones are we even talking about?! In todays episode we have at look at where to start with this mystical balanced hormone utopia. I break down some of our key hormones - why they matter,  and look at how they all work together, to keep us happy and healthy. Our hormones all work together, so by improving one...

Are you trying to do all the "right" things and not getting any results when it comes to your weight loss efforts? Maybe you're feeling ripped off because you've been good all week, nothing's changed, so come Friday you face plant into a cheese platter and a bottle of wine… that's if you made it until Friday! But what if it's not not diet and exercise that makes the biggest difference…then what? ...

"I feel weird" - it's not right or wrong, it's how you feel.  Anxiety, anger, rage, depression - these are some of the big emotions that are exacerbated by fluctuating hormones during our 40' s and 50's. Today's guest Nic Topp is a respected mental health naturopath, specialising in mental health and mindset.   We chat about mindset, emotions, confidence and how to navigate this as we deal with ou...

If your energy is good… everything is better! Fatigue is the #1 complaint I hear from women is often one of the easiest things to improve. If we have more energy, we feel more motivated, we move more, we make better food choices, so our digestion is better, and on it goes. Today I chat about simple steps you can take to turn your energy around… and why it goes against what a lot of popular diets a...