Nichole Parmley

The Women's Healthspan Podcast

Health EN ↓ 18 episodes

 The 15-minute podcast all about giving you USEFUL information about how to prevent osteoporosis, muscle loss, and frailty -- all from a women-centric lens. It's time to throw "Bruh Science" out the window and get information geared for female physiology in peri-menopause and beyond. Let's go!

Author

Nichole Parmley

Category

Health

Latest episode

May 22, 2026

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Episodes

Blood Sugar, Hormones, and Why Your Body Feels Different in Perimenopause & Beyond 22.05.2026

If you’re eating well, working out, and still feel off—low energy, mood swings, stubborn weight—this episode explains why. During perimenopause, hormonal changes directly impact how your body regulates blood sugar—and that affects everything from energy and cravings to fat loss and focus. In this episode, we break down:  Why your body isn’t responding like it used to   How blood sugar impacts ener...

The Truth About Fasting and Muscle (Especially in Perimenopause) 15.05.2026

If you’re fasting, under-eating, or relying on shakes—and not seeing results—this episode explains why. When it comes to muscle, energy, and hormones, especially during perimenopause, your body needs fuel. And most women aren’t getting enough. In this episode, we break down:  Why fasting works against muscle building   How under-eating impacts energy, metabolism, and hormones   Why protein alone i...

This Is Why High-Functioning Women Feel Drained (It’s Not Time Management) 08.05.2026

If you’re burned out, overwhelmed, and constantly doing “all the things”—this episode will challenge what you think is causing it. It’s not just your workload. Burnout doesn’t come from doing a lot. It comes from doing too much that isn’t actually yours to do . In this episode, we break down why so many women feel exhausted, resentful, and disconnected—even when they’re doing everything “right.” Y...

Your Labs Are Normal -- So Why Do You Feel So Bad? 01.05.2026

If you’ve been told your labs are “normal”—but you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, and not like yourself—this episode is for you. The truth is, “normal” doesn’t mean optimal. In this episode, we break down why so many women—especially in perimenopause—are dismissed despite clear symptoms, what standard lab work often misses, and how issues like chronic inflammation and gut dysfunction can g...

Perimenopause, Stress & Burnout: Why Your Body Can’t Keep Up” 24.04.2026

If you’re doing everything right—but still feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and not like yourself—this episode is for you. This isn’t a discipline problem. It’s a capacity problem . In perimenopause, your body becomes less tolerant of chronic stress. The same life that used to feel manageable can start to feel like too much—and pushing harder only makes it worse. In this episode, we break down why thi...

How an Elimination Diet Can Improve Health In Women 06.04.2026

Your hormones might not be the problem. Inflammation might be. If you’re dealing with PCOS, endometriosis, menopause symptoms, fatigue, hair thinning, or stubborn weight gain, hidden food triggers and gut inflammation could be disrupting your hormones. In this episode, we break down how an elimination diet can reset your gut, reduce inflammation, and help you finally understand what your body is r...

Reclaiming Your Health: How Structural Barriers and Guilt Hold Women Back 30.03.2026

 In this episode of The Women’s Healthspan Podcast , we reveal how social pressures, a broken healthcare system, and guilt keep women from thriving—and how you can reclaim your health, energy, and hormones.  For more information and to book a consultation, go to our website at evolvedwomenshealth.com.

Why Midlife Women Must Lift Heavy and Train Hard 16.03.2026

 Feeling weaker, gaining weight, or just not bouncing back like you used to? Midlife changes the rules—and your workouts need a strategy upgrade. 💪 Walking, yoga, and fun group classes are great… but they won’t stop muscle loss, bone decline, or metabolic slowdown. True strength and high-intensity training are your secret weapons for resilience, energy, and confidence. It’s time to stop shrinking...

Stress Management for Midlife Women: Reclaiming Energy and Sanity 16.03.2026

Too Much, Too Stressed? Women are expected to do it all—and it’s burning us out. In this episode, learn how to reclaim your energy, set boundaries, and finally take control of your time, body, and mind. Stop surviving—start thriving.   If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and take control of your life, hit follow so you never miss an episode packed with practical tips, real strategies, and suppo...

A Real Solution for Hormone Struggles 16.03.2026

 Feeling drained, stuck, or like your body is working against you? In this episode, we uncover why standard diets and quick fixes fail women’s hormones—and how a holistic, personalized approach can restore energy, balance, and confidence. Real solutions, real results, finally.  Read the blog here: https://evolvedwomenshealth.com/post/hormone-reset-solutions-for-women Watch the video here:  https:/...

How Sleep Affects Hormones, Weight, Fatigue, and Overall Health in Women 24.02.2026

Luteal phase insomnia and sleep stress are common challenges for cycling women, yet they are often misunderstood or dismissed. In this episode, we explore how hormonal fluctuations, particularly during the late luteal phase, impact sleep quality, recovery, and overall well-being. Using insights from wearable technology like Whoop, we uncover how dips in heart rate variability (HRV), increases in r...

Why Supplements and Medications Alone Don't Solve Women's Health Problems 16.02.2026

Are supplements and medications enough to solve women’s health problems? If you’re struggling with weight gain, thinning hair, bone loss, fatigue, hormonal imbalance, or stubborn belly fat, you’ve likely been told that the answer is another pill, powder, or prescription. In this episode, we unpack why medications and supplements alone rarely create lasting change—and what actually supports long-te...

Comprehensive Care and Self-Advocacy for Women in Our Current Healthcare System 16.02.2026

If you’re a woman in midlife feeling exhausted, confused, and frustrated despite doing “all the right things,” this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we break down what true comprehensive care for women should look like — and why so many disciplined women are still struggling with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, mood swings, insomnia, and metabolic slowdown. For years, women have been...

The Down and Dirty of Sugar Detox (Plus a HUGE announcement) 13.11.2025

In this episode, I cover why and how sugar affects us. It is so much more than body fat and diabetes. Sugar cuts right into our hormone health, our sleep cycles, our moods, our metabolism regulation, our gut health, and triggers systemic inflammation.   In addition, you'll get to learn about two amazing (and free!) opportunities to improve your health, get your questions answered, and help sh...

Preventing Muscle Loss After 40: How to Maintain Muscle, Strength, and Mobility for Life 20.08.2025

 "In this episode, we’re diving into sarcopenia—the age-related loss of muscle—and why it matters after 40. We’ll break down the three key factors doctors use to define it: gait speed, muscle mass, and grip strength. You’ll learn practical strategies like walking, strength training, and functional movements that prevent muscle loss, boost longevity, and keep you strong, mobile, and independen...

Why Women Over 40 Need More Protein: How to Eat for Strength & Healthy Aging 08.07.2025

 Discover why protein is essential for women over 40 to support muscle, metabolism, and hormone health. Learn how much protein you really need, how to track it, and which sources are best. Cut through the “high protein” marketing noise and build a sustainable, protein-forward diet for strength, energy, and healthy aging.  For more information and to book a consultation, go to our website at evolve...

Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know and What You Can Do to Protect Yourself 12.06.2025

 In this episode, we dive into the shocking statistics behind osteoporosis, especially in women over 30. Learn the real risk factors, why menopause accelerates bone loss, and how strength training, proper nutrition, and functional medicine can help you protect your bone health. Don’t wait for a fracture to take action—discover proven ways to prevent osteoporosis, stay strong, and maintain your ind...

How Women 30+ Can Reclaim Strength, Prevent Bone and Muscle Loss, and Take Control of Their Health Long-Term 27.04.2025

Podcast Description: Real Talk for Real Women: Reclaiming Health, Strength, and Longevity Welcome to F*ck It, I'm Done: A Health and Fitness Podcast for Grown-Ass Women , the no-BS podcast that challenges outdated ideas about women’s bodies and replaces them with real strategies for strength, health, and longevity. If you’re tired of being told to eat less, shrink down, and do as you're...

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