The Menopause Space

Poor sleep is one of the most common complaints of women during perimenopause and menopause.A 2015, survey conducted by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), found that sleep problems increased significantly for women aged 40-59 years, who were experiencing perimenopause. The key data from the survey showed:56% of women slept less than 7 hours a night24.8% of women said they had trouble falling asleep 4 or more times in a week30.8% of women said they had trouble staying asleep at least 4 nights a week49.9% of women wake in the morning feeling tired, rather than rested, 4 or more days in a weekToday, Lisa provides insight into why sleep gets disrupted during the menopause transition and offers some nutrition and lifestyle tips to support a good night's sleep.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Thank you for your support!

Our knowledge and understanding of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has grown in recent years and thankfully women are now more informed about the benefits and risks. However some women still have reservations and would like to know about alternatives therapies to support their transition. Today, Lisa chats with Master Ruth Lee, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner and Dr Rebecca Lau, a medical Doctor on the benefits of TCM vs HRT and if they can compliment each other. There is not a one size fits all solution to menopause so we hope you take away one or two valuable tips to support your personal experience. Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Thank you for your support!

Each of us has a unique health destination. This can range from reducing cholesterol, improving our waistline to getting a better nights sleep. Nutrition and how we nourish our bodies plays a key role in reaching all of these goals. Today, Lisa explains why investing in how you eat can positively impact your health in midlife.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Thank you for your support!

Alexandra is a UK trained Podiatrist who arrived in Hong Kong in 2007. She has a been practicing Podiatry for almost 30 years and has had an accomplished career in all facets of Podiatric Medicine which include Clinical Tutor for the undergraduate Podiatry degree for University of Sunderland, Chief Podiatrist in a NHS Hospital Trust and was Podiatry Advisor for the NHS Modernisation Agency at the Department of Health.On arriving in Hong Kong she took a position as Research Podiatrist for the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. She has been running a successful private practice since 2009. She has published in local and international professional journals as well as in popular media, such as The Wall Street Journal and South China Morning Post.As a Podiatrist, Alexandra believes strongly in an holistic approach for her patients utilising current evidence based practice. This is further enhanced by Alexandra’s commitment and passion for working within a multidisciplinary team so that her clients receive the best care possible.Find Alexandra at Central Podiatry - https://centralpodiatryhk.com/Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

The poor carbohydrate always has a bad reputation for many reasons however carbohydrate is an umbrella term for many different types of foods. In this episode I talk you through the types of carbohydrates, their benefits to health in midlife and how you can include nutritious carbs into each meal with confidence.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Judith Gould is Director of Posture Plus and Senior Physiotherapist. Judith graduated from the University of Queensland in 1987. After working in hospitals and private practices around Australia and Saudi Arabia, she arrived in Hong Kong in 1994. Judith completed her Pilates rehabilitation training in 1996 and a Master's degree in 2001 which examined 3-D measurement of posture and movements of the neck, shoulder and scapula - her area of special interest.Using her 34 years of experience, Judith provides a detailed assessment, diagnosis and explanation of how postural dysfunctions contribute to pain, discomfort or stiffness. She then uses the Pilates Plus programme to restore and improve movement and to prevent reoccurrences.In conjunction with Bone Health Asia, Judith has brought Onero™ to Asia. Onero™ is a research based bone density exercise programme which is aimed at both men and women with low bone density - osteopenia or osteoporosis.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

The overwhelm of nutrition and how you eat can often seem unachievable. In this episode UK Registered Nutritionist, and our host Lisa Tarquini, talks about changes in the gut in midlife and how to manage these changes.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

David Markham, manager of the Hybrid Gym and his team are committed to furthering their education in women's health in order to provide personalised personal training. This conversation was both insightful and refreshing bringing attention to the importance of strength training for women, health over diet culture and the sense of community in a gym setting.Huge thank you to David and his team for championing women's health. You can find Hybrid Gym via the link below.Hybrid Gym, Hong Kong - https://www.hybridgymhongkong.comOver on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!-

The overwhelm of nutrition and how you eat can often seem unachievable. In this episode UK Registered Nutritionist, and our host Lisa Tarquini, explains the first steps of getting started and how to simply achieve your nutrition goals.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Our guest today went through a medically induced menopause for the first time in her twenties. She then experienced a second medically induced menopause after having her two children.She also happens to hold a senior leadership position at a leading global insurer.Today Nikki Davies– head of DE&I at Prudential shares her unique experiences with us.At The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences.Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause.Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

One of the challenges in opening the conversation around menopause is the deeply intimate nature of some of the problems women experience at this stage of life.Bladder and bowel issues, sexual dysfunction and pelvic organ prolapse are just some of the symptoms that can present themselves during this transition. But you don’t have to accept incontinence or pelvic discomfort as the price of growing older.In this episode we get some expert help on the problems and solutions from Women’s Health Physiotherapist Kym Toller from Joint Dynamics.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Menopause affects everyone. No matter what stage of life you are at, the chances are you know someone experiencing menopause or perimenopause right now. While menopause is a natural stage of life, hormonal fluctuations can lead to irritability, mood swings, anxiety and even depression.So this week on the menopause space we’re talking about how to safeguard your own mental health during menopause, and how to communicate your experiences with those around you to promote greater mutual understanding with Registered Psychologist and Mindfulness Meditation Coach Kathryn Gale from Joint Dynamics.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences.Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause.Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Navigating change can be difficult in any phase of life. Menopause by definition is a huge physical and emotional shift in every woman's life. Executive coach and HR leader Andrea Prince of Clarity Coaching Lab speaks to Lisa about providing a safe space for people to reach their goals and aspirations. Why you shouldn't just push through, and how can you support yourself, colleagues and peers. Find her over at claritycoachinglab.com and @claritycoachinglabOver on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Did you know 47 million people reach the age of menopause each year? The decline of estrogen in our bodies comes with debilitating symptoms, as well as numerous health risks to the heart, bones, and brain.While treatments exist to offset these risks, fear and misinformation have skewed perceptions of what can be life-saving treatments. In this week's episode, we sort through the science of menopause with Dr. Sarah Borwein of Beacon Health.Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Menopause has a disruptive impact on work. According to a recent study by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, that number is as high as 60 percent for respondents.Shockingly, one-third of them had to take sick leave to cope with their symptoms. It's evident that menopause is a significant and disruptive career event, comparable to having children.At The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause.Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

Why is strength training so important during life, but particularly during peri and post-menopause? Georgia Cutt, Exercise Physiologist, and Gill Welgemoed, Pilates Instructor, from Joint Dynamics, discuss why and how you should incorporate exercise to manage symptoms. At The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281. Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond. With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones. Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence. Thank you for your support!

While some aspects of menopause are starting to be discussed, there is still a taboo around the changes that impact our enjoyment of sex during menopause. Stress, low libido, mood swings, and vaginal dryness, can all inhibit our desire for intimacy with a partner. But it doesn’t have to be this way.This week on The Menopause Space, Mindfulness Coach Vivian Kan of @MindfulIntimacy and @VivKanWellness talks about the simple steps you can take to nurture the sexual connection with your partner throughout your life.In The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and CPD training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com, email podcast@themenopausespace.com or WhatsApp us on +852 5688 8281.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

What we know about menopause often comes from the media, like seeing comical hot flushes on TV or debates on topics like Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). We are on a mission to share new, relevant and evidence-based information so that those experiencing symptoms can get the help they need. Host Lisa Tarquini speaks to Hong Kong-based General Practitioner, Dr. Rebecca Lau about managing menopause symptoms, and the debate about HRT. In The Menopause Space, you'll be able to find all the tools and resources you need to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and training is available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond. With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!

As women over 50 become the fastest growing group in the workforce, it's crucial to address the challenges they face during the menopause transition. Research shows that nearly two-thirds of women experiencing menopause symptoms feel less able to concentrate, and more than half experience increased stress.Fiona Nott, CEO of The Women's Foundation joins host and Founder of The Menopause Space, Lisa Tarquini to discuss the strides that have been made in women's health in Hong Kong, and the work that still needs to be done.In The Menopause Space, you'll be able to find all the tools and resources you need to support yourself or others impacted by menopause. Evidence-based research, education and training will soon be available, and we want to hear from you about your experiences. Head over to themenopausespace.com.Today's episode is brought to you by Reset 40, an all-inclusive nutrition and wellness program designed to help women maintain optimal health during menopause. Whether you're considering hormone replacement therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, or natural remedies, Reset 40 provides personalised guidance and support to help you thrive in midlife and beyond.With Reset 40, you'll receive expert advice on managing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. You'll also learn strategies for maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine, as well as tips for managing stress and speaking to your doctor or loved ones.Visit www.reset-40.com to learn how to navigate the menopause transition with confidence.Thank you for your support!