Message us your comments New Year’s resolutions often fail in menopause because the usual January diet rules ignore sleep disruption, stress load, cravings, and decision fatigue. In this episode, coaches Juli and James share a calmer January framework for women 40+ and a simple mini reset you can try this week. In this episode: The January trap and why urgency backfiresMenopause reality check: sleep, stress, appetite, energyWhy all-or-nothing rules fail and what works betterThe missing ingred...
Message us your comments If you’ve ever woken up on January 1, stepped on the scales and thought, “Right. That’s it. I need to lose weight. Now,” this episode is for you. In this conversation, we dig into menopause weight loss vs fat loss, why the usual New Year crash diets hit so much harder in midlife, and what to do instead so January isn’t just punishment for whatever happened in December. Here’s what we cover in Episode 74: Why the classic December “I’ve blown it” → January “emergency di...
Message us your comments Menopause cravings are no joke. One minute you are fine, the next you are elbow-deep in the biscuit tin, finishing the crisps, or pouring another glass of prosecco you did not really plan to have. In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, coaches James and Juli break down what is really going on with cravings in midlife and why they often feel louder during perimenopause and post-menopause, especially around the holidays. Spoiler: it is not because you have no willpo...
Message us your comments Struggling with midlife sleep? Your evening screen time may be the culprit. Coaches James & Juli unpack a simple digital detox for hormonal health: why blue light and doomscrolling delay melatonin and how to use the 3-2-1 wind-down to reset your evenings. Expect practical boundaries, tiny rituals you can keep on your busiest week, and an easy “1-0-0” starter if 3-2-1 feels big. Earbuds in, screens down - and prepare to sleep better, think clearer. Work with us: If...
Message us your comments In this episode Juli and James dive into ultra-processed foods following some shocking new research, plus what that might mean for your body in midlife. Here’s what we cover: What this big new study on ultra-processed food is actually saying What counts as an “ultra-processed food” in normal human languageHow ultra processed foods might affect your organs, symptoms, and long-term health in menopauseWhether you really have to give them up completelySimple, realistic sw...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast all about health, happiness, and hormones for women 40 and beyond. In this episode, James and Juli are joined by coach and mentor Sherry King to talk about the season that can stretch even the most capable woman into human toffee: the holidays when you’re smack in the middle of the sandwich generation. If you’re juggling kids or teens, supporting ageing parents, keeping work afloat, and wondering what “sleeping prope...
Message us your comments In this episode James and Juli jump for a special episode to talk about an important announcement that was made this week in the USA where the FDA — Federal Drugs Administration — is removing the scary black box warnings from menopause hormone therapy. What does the announcement mean? Why have things changed? What's it been replaced with? are the kind of topics we cover in this quick update episode. If you feel as though this was helpful and you know someo...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause — the show where we cut through the fluff and give you practical, science-backed steps to feel better in midlife. In this episode we’re taking on creatine — possibly the most misunderstood supplement in the room. There’s a lot of social media hype about creatine at the moment, especially when it comes to high doses, and so we thought we’d talk about where and why it can be a smart, simple add-on for women 40+ - and what to ...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk about all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. We’re coaches James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40. If you’re building a career or a company in midlife, confidence isn’t a mood, it’s a system, and community is the shortcut. Today we’re looking at pricing, pitching, visibility, and the boundaries that buy back your energy, especially when symptoms are loud. In this epis...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk about all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. We’re coaches James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40. In this episode we have a special guest joining us, but before that, let us ask you a question. Does your back always feel tight, your hips grumpy, and your shoulders achy, even though you feel like you’re ‘doing everything right’? Today we’re asking why aches show up in...
Message us your comments Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. In this episode coaches Juli and James are joined by a special guest to tackle a topic that’s written all over our faces. Literally. As hormones shift in midlife, so does our skin — texture, tone, dryness, and elasticity all start to change, often making our old skincare and makeup routines work against us. But the good news? With a few smart twea...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause — the show all about health, happiness, and hormones for women 40+ with coaches Juli Madacey and James Ellis. In this Hot Flashes & Hot Topics episode we’re cutting through the noise to decode the latest menopause headlines — so you don’t have to waste your time doom-scrolling and second-guessing what’s true. Here’s what we’re diving into this month: US regulators are revisiting those scary HRT warning labelsA non-hormonal me...
Message us your comments In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, James and Juli are joined by Jackie Crawford — image consultant, style queen, and all-round confidence booster. We first spotted Jackie at a Yorkshire Ladies Link convention earlier this year. She stood out immediately — bold colours, effortless style, and a presence that radiated confidence. We didn’t get to chat on the day, but when we found out she was an image consultant, we knew we had to bring her on the podcast. Jackie...
Message us your comments In this episode we’re talking bones — why osteoporosis risk rises in midlife and, more importantly, what you can actually do about it. Around 1 in 2 women over 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis, but that doesn’t have to be your future. In this episode, we dig into why menopause is a key time for bone health, how oestrogen affects bone density, and the lifestyle factors that make things better or worse. Most importantly, we’ll share the practical, everyday steps...
Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk about health, hormones, and happiness for women 40+. In this episode we’re joined by Milica Jelenic to navigate the menopause maze of sex and sexuality. If your libido’s gone missing, your body feels different, or you’re wondering whether lube is only for your car, you’re in the right place. Milica Jelenic a Sex & Intimacy Coach and host of The Pleasure Zone. With a background in psychology and over...
Message us your comments Bloaty, backed-up, or brain-fogged? Your gut’s not just about “what went in” — it’s an ecosystem chatting nonstop with your hormones, immune system, and brain. In this episode, Juli and James break down what changes in midlife (hello, oestrogen), why your poo is useful feedback (yes, the Bristol Stool Chart is real), and the simple habits that actually help. In this episode: Gut basics, minus the fluff: what the microbiome is and why diversity beats any “superbu...
Message us your comments Menopause is already a lot. Add chronic stress and your body’s “alarm system” can get stuck on loud — nudging appetite up, sleep down, and storage towards the waist. In this episode, Juli and James break down how stress messes with midlife metabolism and what you can actually do about it without living like a monk or counting almonds. What you’ll learn Why short bursts of stress are fine — but living there all day tilts you towards snacky, central weight gain How the ...
Message us your comments In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40 delve into a topic that might make you wonder how it’s related to menopause, and then will likely surprise you when you see how closely the two are linked. This week is all about Decluttering, and why it’s not just about your wardrobe. We’re diving into how the stuff around us affects the stuff inside us, whether that’s our hormones, stress, brain fog, our emotional wellbeing, or all of ...
Message us your comments Welcome to Empower Your Menopause with James and Juli of Fabulous Beyond 40. In this episode we’re launching something new: Hot Topics & Hot Flashes—a monthly roundup where we dive into what’s making headlines in the menopause world, what women are Googling at 2am, and the questions we’re hearing most from our listeners and clients. It’s going to be a mix of fascinating, frustrating, and occasionally facepalm-worthy stuff. Submit your questions Want to...
Message us your comments In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, health coaches James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40 bust common sugar myths that could be sabotaging your mood, energy, and weight loss during menopause. Discover why constant grazing might be doing you more harm than good, how blood sugar imbalances affect your hormones, and what you can do to take back control. If you’re a woman over 40 struggling with fatigue, cravings, or stubborn weight, this episode is a must-listen. ...