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Welcome to Empowered Perimenopause — the show that helps you thrive through your 40s and beyond with calm, confidence, and clarity.
Hosted by Francesca Liparoti, Registered Nutritional Therapist and founder of Midlife Thrive, this podcast is your go-to place for real talk and real solutions during perimenopause.
In each episode, Francesca breaks down the science of hormones into practical, doable steps to help you feel more energised, resilient, and in control of your health. Expect a mix of solo episodes, listener questions answered, and expert guests (coming soon!), all with a supportive, empowering tone.
Whether you're curious, confused, or completely fed up with perimenopause, you'll find tools, insights, and encouragement to help you feel like yourself again.
Learn more at francescaliparoti.com and discover how to go deeper inside the Midlife Thrive membership.
Hosted by Francesca Liparoti, Registered Nutritional Therapist and founder of Midlife Thrive, this podcast is your go-to place for real talk and real solutions during perimenopause.
In each episode, Francesca breaks down the science of hormones into practical, doable steps to help you feel more energised, resilient, and in control of your health. Expect a mix of solo episodes, listener questions answered, and expert guests (coming soon!), all with a supportive, empowering tone.
Whether you're curious, confused, or completely fed up with perimenopause, you'll find tools, insights, and encouragement to help you feel like yourself again.
Learn more at francescaliparoti.com and discover how to go deeper inside the Midlife Thrive membership.
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Welcome back to the Empowered Perimenopause podcast with me your host, Francesca Liparoti, Nutritional Therapist and women’s health guide. This week we’re tackling a topic that so many women in midlife struggle with but rarely get answers about: autoimmunity. If you’ve ever been told you have thyroid problems, unexplained joint pain, or strange symptoms that flare and fade without reason, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Key takeaways: Listen to episode 55 now, which will leave you feeling empowered with knowledge, clarity, and hope. Work with me 1:1 Click here to discover ways we can work ... Read more
Perimenopause rarely happens in isolation. For many women, it layers on top of existing health challenges such as autoimmunity, chronic gut imbalances like SIBO, or even mould illness, making symptoms feel overwhelming and deeply interconnected. In this episode, I answer a listener’s powerful question: “How do you manage perimenopause when you’re also dealing with autoimmunity, SIBO, or mould?” I’ll walk you through: If you’re navigating perimenopause alongside chronic illness or environmental stressors, this episode is here to give you both practical strategies and reassurance that healing is still possible. Listen to episode 54 now to discover gentle, effective ways to ... Read more
When it comes to perimenopause and menopause, so much of the conversation online is filled with doom and gloom. From Facebook groups to Instagram posts, the focus is often on how awful the symptoms are, but what’s missing is empowerment, solutions, and hope. In this episode, I’m calling out the fear-based narrative and sharing a different perspective. Yes, fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone can cause symptoms such as heavy periods, bloating, hot flushes, mood swings, brain fog, poor sleep, weight gain, and anxiety. But the empowering truth is: your symptoms are feedback, not your fate. The good news is that nutrition ... Read more
Does your stomach balloon after meals, sometimes so much it looks like you’re pregnant? You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone! In this episode of Empowered Perimenopause, I unpack why bloating becomes more common in our 40s, how shifting hormones affect gut health, and the hidden role of stomach acid and digestive enzymes. You’ll learn: If you’re tired of cutting more foods out and still feeling bloated, this episode will help you take a different approach, one that’s about supporting your gut, not blaming your lunch. Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: Support for the Empowered Perimenopause ... Read more
When we talk about health, especially in midlife, we often hear people wanting a “fast metabolism.” But the real key to long-term health isn’t speed, it’s flexibility. In this episode of The Empowered Perimenopause Podcast, I’m diving into the concept of metabolic flexibility: what it is, why it matters so much during perimenopause, and how you can support it at any stage of your journey. You’ll learn: My Key takeaway: Perimenopause isn’t just a time of declining hormones, it’s a powerful window of opportunity. By supporting your metabolism now, you can improve your wellbeing not just today, but for decades ... Read more
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As you move through perimenopause, you might find yourself wondering, “What should I actually eat to feel better and support myself?” The truth is, the best diet for perimenopause isn’t about following strict rules or jumping on the latest trend. It’s about nourishing your whole body to build lasting energy, improve sleep, reduce hormonal symptoms like night sweats, irritability, brain fog, or mood swings, and support long-term health. In this episode, I break down: Whether you’re navigating low energy, weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep, or just want to feel more you again, this episode will give you the clarity ... Read more
In this episode of Empowered Perimenopause, I’m tackling the fear-based narrative that dominates so many conversations about perimenopause. Yes, the symptoms are real: the sleepless nights, mood swings, weight gain, brain fog, but the doom-and-gloom storytelling? That’s not the whole truth. What if we reframed perimenopause not as something to dread, but as an invitation to care for ourselves more deeply than we ever have before? In this episode, I share why perimenopause isn’t a disease, why you’re not broken or just “getting old,” and how small, nourishing changes can make a powerful impact on your energy, mood, and wellbeing. ... Read more
Could some of your daily habits (unknowingly to you) be making your perimenopause symptoms worse? In this empowering episode, I share five things women over 40 should stop doing, or at least reconsider, if they want to feel more balanced, energised, and in tune with their changing hormones. From misunderstood fitness trends to stress, alcohol, and even the myth of “normal” blood tests, we explore what might be holding you back from truly thriving in perimenopause and beyond. If you’re doing everything “right” but still not feeling like yourself, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode, I discuss: My ... Read more
Did you know women start losing muscle from their 30s, and that this speeds up in perimenopause and menopause?In this episode, I’m talking all about protein for women over 40. I’m sharing why protein becomes essential for women over 40, not just for fitness or body goals, but for your muscle, metabolism, hormones, blood sugar, bones, and long-term vitality. You’ll learn: Plus, I share practical tips on how to hit your daily protein goals and optimise every meal to support your midlife health. Listen now to feel strong, energised, and resilient, inside and out. Want more support? Join me inside ... Read more
Feeling more stressed, wired, or emotionally fragile in your 40s? You’re not imagining it. In this episode, we explore why stress feels so much more intense in perimenopause and what your hormones, brain, and nervous system have to do with it. You’ll learn about the HPA axis (your body’s internal stress system), how it’s affected by erratic oestrogen and declining progesterone, and why supporting it is essential for hormone balance and long-term wellbeing. We also dive into how stress impacts your ability to make DHEA, testosterone, oestrogen, and progesterone, especially post-menopause, and how everyday habits like blood sugar regulation, sleep, ... Read more
Are your perimenopause symptoms feeling more intense than expected? Maybe you’re experiencing extra issues like rashes, hives, allergies, insomnia, anxiety, or heart palpitations? If this sounds like you, you might be dealing with high histamine, a hidden culprit that can make the perimenopause experience feel harder, for many women. In this episode, I dive into how fluctuating oestrogen levels in perimenopause can trigger histamine overload and even mast cell activation (MCAS), leading to a wide range of symptoms like migraines, heavy periods, brain fog, anxiety, and more. You’ll learn: This episode is essential if your perimenopause journey feels like more ... Read more
Your 40s is not the time to push through with the habits that worked in your 20s. Hormones shift — and so should your habits and routines. In this episode, I’m breaking down 6 of the most common hormonal imbalances women face in their late 30s and 40s (and beyond), and sharing simple, nourishing ways to support your body with each one. I discuss: Mentioned in this episode: Tune into episode 42 and learn how to shift from hormonal chaos to hormonal harmony, one change at a time! Support for the Empowered Perimenopause Podcast: Your support in listening to these ... Read more
In this episode of The Empowered Perimenopause Podcast, I’m breaking down a huge misconception: that having a regular period means you’re hormonally healthy. It doesn’t. True menstrual health requires ovulation and in perimenopause, that’s not always happening anymore. Join me as I explore why ovulation is essential (even if you’re not trying to conceive) and how it’s the key to producing progesterone, the hormone that helps ease PMS, ease periods, calm your brain, support sleep, and reduce perimenopause symptoms. You’ll learn: Tune into episode 43 and discover practical, holistic steps you can take to support your cycles and your well-being ... Read more
In this episode, I’m stepping out from behind the practitioner lens to share my own personal experience of perimenopause at age 45. This chapter of life can feel confusing, confronting, and at times completely overwhelming — and I want to be honest about what it’s really been like for me. I talk about the earliest signs I noticed, the symptoms that took me by surprise (hello, anxiety), and how this transition has affected everything from my mood and sleep to my confidence and boundaries. I also share how my experience has impacted the way I support women in my practice ... Read more
Are your periods suddenly heavy and unpredictable? Is your sleep all over the place, and are you struggling to focus or feeling more anxious than usual? Welcome to the hormonal roller-coaster that is perimenopause. In this episode, we’re unpacking the why behind the chaos — what’s actually happening with oestrogen in perimenopause. From skyrocketing oestrogen and low progesterone to rising cortisol and their profound impact on your mood, focus, sleep, and more. You’ll learn what’s really going on inside your body (spoiler: there’s a hormone called inhibin playing a key role!) and why you’re not imagining any of these symptoms ... Read more
In this episode, I answer a brilliant listener question from “Laura,” a 46-year-old woman navigating perimenopause with a long-standing history of chronic cholecystitis — inflammation of the gallbladder without gallstones. We explore how gallbladder health ties into oestrogen detoxification, what this means for perimenopause symptoms, and whether being on oestrogen hormone therapy (HRT) can increase the risk of gallstones. Tune in to learn: Whether you’ve had gallbladder issues or are just keen to support hormone balance through perimenopause, this episode is packed with empowering insights and takeaways. Dive in and listen to episode 39 on your favourite podcast platform. Enjoy! ... Read more
What happens when menopause is brought on suddenly — through surgery or cancer treatment — instead of gradually? In this powerful episode, I answer a listener’s heartfelt question about supporting your body after surgical or treatment-induced menopause, especially when hormone therapy isn’t an option. This listener was diagnosed with oestrogen-positive breast cancer at 41, entered chemical menopause through chemotherapy, and later underwent a full hysterectomy due to complications from tamoxifen. Now in remission, she wants to protect her heart, joints, and bones — and she’s not alone. We explore: If you’ve experienced medically induced menopause — or are supporting someone ... Read more
In this episode, I’m answering a brilliant set of questions from a listener (we’re calling her “Ella”) who’s feeling overwhelmed and confused about HRT—what it is, when to consider it, and whether it’s right for her. If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between HRT, MHT, and HT, or heard mixed messages from friends, doctors, or the media, this episode will help you sort fact from fiction. Whilst I am by no means a medical doctor or in any way qualified to advise on HRT and whether or not it is right for YOU, I can share my knowledge of ... Read more
Since moving into your 40s, have you started noticing changes in your digestion or gut health—like more bloating, constipation, other changes in bowel movements, reflux or heartburn, food sensitivities, or feeling heavier and more sluggish after meals? You’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not alone. During perimenopause, our shifting hormone landscape doesn’t just affect our mood or periods—it has a profound impact on the gut too. In this episode, I’m unpacking the key ways that gut health changes in perimenopause, including: Whether you’re noticing gut symptoms for the first time, or previous issues coming back with a vengeance, this episode ... Read more
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