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This podcast is for you if you're struggling with 'unhappy' hormones! Whether you're pre, peri or post menopause, your hormones can be out of balance, and that can result in you feeling like you've lost control of how you look, feel, think and perform.
Your host is Nicki Williams, award-winning nutritionist, author, speaker and founder of Happy Hormones for Life. After failing to find any medical help for her hormone symptoms in her early 40's, she discovered she could turn things around through comprehensive testing, diet, lifestyle and supplements.
She and her team at Happy Hormones now help women all over the world to rebalance their hormones, reclaim their health and feel better than ever!
In this podcast, enjoy a mix of Quick Tip episodes with practical solutions, alongside interviews with experts on a variety of health topics.
Visit the website for lots of free resources to help you further; www.happyhormonesforlife.com or buy the book "Its Not You, It's Your Hormones" on Amazon.
Your host is Nicki Williams, award-winning nutritionist, author, speaker and founder of Happy Hormones for Life. After failing to find any medical help for her hormone symptoms in her early 40's, she discovered she could turn things around through comprehensive testing, diet, lifestyle and supplements.
She and her team at Happy Hormones now help women all over the world to rebalance their hormones, reclaim their health and feel better than ever!
In this podcast, enjoy a mix of Quick Tip episodes with practical solutions, alongside interviews with experts on a variety of health topics.
Visit the website for lots of free resources to help you further; www.happyhormonesforlife.com or buy the book "Its Not You, It's Your Hormones" on Amazon.
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You might think that heart health isn't your biggest priority as you go through menopause.Heart disease is often perceived as a “man's disease”, but it’s actually the leading cause of death among women over the age of 50.What's even more concerning is that almost two-thirds of women who die suddenly from coronary heart disease show no previous symptoms.The good news is that there's lots you can do naturally to look after your heart health.If you prefer to read, head over to the blog; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/hear...If you'd like information on how we can help you with either health testing or 1-1 support, do get in touch; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Kim Rahir is an inspiration to any woman in midlife. A busy mum of 3, she was diagnosed with MS at the age of 50 and told she would be on medication for the rest of her life. She felt powerless, so she decided to start strength training alongside her medical treatment to just feel more confident.As she got stronger, she not only felt happier, but her body started healing. Today she has no sign of MS in her body. Not only that, In 2023 (at the age of 60), she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category.Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a health coach for middle aged women - with a big focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle.I hope you’re as inspired as I was by Kim’s story. You’re never too old to start strength training (or anything else that makes you feel good!).Find out more about Kim here; www.kimrahir.comAnd if you need any support with your hormones or general health, do get in touch; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Unless you live in a bubble, you won't have escaped the buzz about breathwork in recent years. If you've done yoga or Pilates, you'll know about the benefits, and of course 'Ice Man' Wim Hoff has made his breathwork practice famous.Despite its recent popularity, breathwork is far from a new phenomenon. Across diverse cultures, it has been practiced for millennia. These days, breathing has evolved into a thriving industry, with a plethora of courses, coaches, and retreats promising transformative experiences.But you might still be a bit skeptical. Surely breathing is something we all do automatically, the body knows how to breathe right?Well it used to, but apparently our modern world has made it much more difficult for us to breathe properly. And scientists now are attributing poor breathing to many health related issues, including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and poor immune function.Discover the amazing health benefits of proper breathing, and 4 simple techniques you can start right away.If you need any help with your hormones or other health issues, do contact us for more info on how we can support you; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
I’ve always known olive oil is good for us, it’s a staple of the Mediterranean diet and well known for it’s health benefits. But I didn’t know quite how much these benefits depended on the quality of the oil and where it came from.Until I met Sarah Vachon, olive oil sommelier and founder of Citizens of Soil. She explained to me the vital difference between olive oil and extra virgin olive oil, and how to buy and store your olive oil to maximise those health benefits.I love the ethos of Sarah’s company, not only making the best and freshest olive oil available to us, but championing female growers all around Europe who use regenerative farming methods and produce the highest quality oils.If you want to try their amazing olive oil, you can get 10% off your first purchase with code happyhormonesforlife at www.happyhormonesforlife.com/oliveoil
While constipation may not be a topic that's openly discussed, it's surprisingly common. In fact, it's thought around 1 in 7 adults in the UK suffer from it.Unfortunately, it's more common in women, and can get worse as we get older. That means if you're a midlife woman like me, it can be an uncomfortable and often frustrating thing to deal with.But 'common' doesn't mean it's 'normal'. While occasional bouts (for me especially when I travel!) are nothing to worry about, chronic constipation is a different beast. It not only affects your day to day life, but can increase the risk of more serious gastrointestinal complications.Luckily there are lots of natural ways we can tackle it.You can read the blog here; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/constipationContact us if you need further help; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
When you're going through midlife changes, it can be really hard to feel good in your clothes. Finding things to wear that accommodate your changing body shape or help you deal with uncomfortable symptoms can be a challenge.I don't know about you, but my wardrobe struggle is very real!But my friend Helen Reynolds is here to help! She is a personal style consultant who totally gets these challenges.I caught up with her to get her top tips and tricks to rediscover your style confidence, and start feeling great in your clothes.If you'd like to watch the video (some of her tips were demo'd in action!), you can do that here; https://youtu.be/yHs1qVrGn-wAnd you can find out more about Helen's free Wardrobe Reboot Challenge here; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/style
After developing what she describes as 'a dysfunctional relationship' with alcohol, Sarah Rusbatch made the decision to remove it from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back.She's now an acredited 'Grey Area Drinking' coach, helping other women to enjoy the benefits of sobriety and improve their health.Listen to discover what ‘grey area drinking’ is, and how to know if you’re in that category. Plus why women can be more vulnerable than men to the health effects of too much alcohol, and how to give it up in a society that can make that difficult.Find out more about Sarah here; www.sarahrusbatch.comIf you need support with your health or hormones, do contact us at www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
We know testosterone is a steroid hormone that gives men their deep voices, facial hair, muscle strength and sex drive.But did you know it plays a crucial role for women too? We only make about 5% of the levels men make, but it's a hormone that we need not only for our sex drive and muscles, but for bone and brain health as well as energy and mood.And just like oestrogen and progesterone, testosterone levels decline during and post menopause, and this can result in a variety of health issues and symptoms if not addressed.Do contact us for info on our testing and 1-1 services; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Walking as a form of exercise is often snubbed by the fitness industry who try to persuade us to go big or go home!But if you’re not able to do much cardio or weight training, walking on its own is hugely beneficial. Especially if you're navigating the world of menopausal hormones and feeling tired or stressed.Few things have the power to restore quite like a brisk walk and a big deep gulp of fresh air. And the health benefits are many, from lowering your overall risk of chronic disease to helping you feel all is well with the world.If you're needing help with your hormones or health, do contact us for more info on our testing and 1-1 support; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Are you eating enough protein?If you're navigating the midlife or menopause journey, chances are you're not getting enough protein. And that's a bigger deal than you might think.As levels of oestrogen and progesterone drop, you're not just dealing with symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, and mood swings. Your body also faces challenges in absorbing and holding onto protein.The good news is that by upping your protein intake, you can tackle many of these issues head-on, reaping a range of health benefits in the process.Contact us if you need any support with your hormones, health or nutrition needs; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Are you struggling to lose weight, despite doing all the right things? Firstly, don't beat yourself up. Midlife weight gain is very real, and it's not easy to shift. Our bodies are going through tough times.As well as menopausal hormone changes, there are many factors that could be causing weight loss resistance, and why you may need to look beyond diet and lifestyle to identify what could be hindering your progress.As you know we run hormone and gut health tests to identify areas of imbalance there, but in terms of weight loss, we are seeing the most success lately with DNA testing.Find out more here; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/dna-diet/Please contact us if you’d like more info on our testing and 1-1 support; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
If you're interested in healthy ageing, one of the key areas that you'll have come across is the role of inflammation in how we age and the risk of disease.The science is calling it 'inflammaging' and it's dangerous because it's hidden. You can't see inflammation at work. But it's there! And unfortunately menopause is something that makes it worse (as oestrogen has an anti-inflammatory role).The great news is that there is a ton we can do to reduce and even prevent it.If you need help with your hormones, health issues or want strategies to age well, contact us for more info on how we can help; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
1When it comes to our improving our health (and losing weight), we naturally focus on the physical things we need to do (diet, exercise etc). But it's our mindset that will ultimately determine how successful we are.I’ve known Caroline for many years, and you will seen her mindset videos if you’ve been through our 30 days to Happy Hormones programme. I’ve always known how important mindset is to achieving any goals, and especially creating sustainable health changes. But in this episode, we go a bit deeper and explore how and why women in particular can self sabotage when it comes to improving their health, particularly around weight loss.Caroline gives us some of her top tips to flip some of those deep seated beliefs we have that can get in our way.I got so much out of our conversation, I hope you find it helpful too.Do contact us if you need help with your hormones or other health issues; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
We've heard all about the health benefits of cold therapy, but if that's not your thing, did you know that there's a whole host of benefits associated with heat and red light therapy?Heat therapy has been appreciated for centuries all over the world for its wellbeing benefits. Red light therapy on the other hand is relatively new. It uses the power of infrared energy without heat (or very low levels) to rejuvenate your cells at the mitochondrial level. Fortunately there are many ways to get the benefits of both heat and light therapy.If you don't have access to saunas or hot springs, there are various products available on the market, including infrared home saunas, lamps, red light face masks and vaginal devices, sauna suits and blankets, amongst others. Make sure to choose reputable products from trusted sources.I've recently invested in the Equinox red light face and neck mask from Luyors. Check it out here; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/equinoxAs always, if you’d like help with your hormones or health issues, contact us here for more information: https://happyhormonesforlife.com/contact/
PCOS is a condition that affects millions of women all over the world. It can cause all sorts of uncomfortable symptoms and messing with our hormones.The usual approach in medicine is to just treat the symptoms, but there's a different way we can go about it. By taking a holistic approach and looking at how everything in our bodies is connected, we can actually find the underlying causes of PCOS and tackle them head-on. That way, we can get some long-term relief instead of just temporary fixes.Contact us via www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact or message me on FB for more info on how we can help.
Are you finding weight loss so much harder as you get older?Now you're in your 40's or 50's, that old diet just doesn't work any more. You literally have to STARVE to lose any weight, and you probably know that you've just lost fluid and muscle! The minute you look at a piece of cake, that weight's right back on.So what's going on? Why is it so damned difficult to shed the pounds after 40? There could be many reasons behind this. Here are 27 for you to think about!Let me know in the comments if you struggle with this, and which of the 27 reasons you think might be causing it for you.If you’d like help with weight loss or your hormonal health, contact us here for more information: https://happyhormonesforlife.com/contact/And here's the link to my recommended supplement brands; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/shop-now
Although your diet is super important to support your hormones, in my experience helping many hundreds of women going through perimenopause, I now think the number one indicator of how bad your symptoms are is STRESS.Learn how stress impacts your menopause and how to manage it so that you can improve your symptoms and sail through the other side! Check out the links I mentioned here; Sensate; a brilliant little device designed to calm your stress response in just 10 minutes a day. Use code HAPPYHORMONES for a 10% discount. www.happyhormonesforlife.com/sensate Open App; a fantastic all in one online studio where you can practice Mindfulness, Meditation, Yoga, Pilates and BreathWork. Sign up for a free 30 day TRIAL and see how good it is! www.happyhormonesforlife.com/open Top 5 supplements; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/shop-now As always, if you’d like further help with stress management, hormones or health issues, contact us here for more information: https://happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Did you know that direct contact with the earth (walking barefoot, gardening, etc) can result in health benefits like better sleep, less pain, reduced stress and more?Find out more about how it works and an easier way to incorporate the benefits into your life.If you want to try an earthing sheet out, Sleep Earthed have offered us a 10% discount on any of their product range. Just use code Happy10 at checkout; https://www.sleepearthed.co.uk.
Autoimmune conditions occur when your immune system starts to attack and damage your own tissue and organs. Such mutiny is usually down to a culmination of factors including genetics, stress, gut health, hormonal imbalances and your environment.There are over 80 different types of known auto-immune conditions and they can affect any part of your body, most commonly, your joints, skin, gut and hormones.Drugs can help manage symptoms, but there are natural ways to improve things, and functional testing that can help identify the root cause.Do contact us if you'd like more info on our testing and 1-1 support; www.happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
Oxytocin is not often a hormone that is much talked about. It's known generally as the 'LOVE' hormone, but has all sorts of benefits for us. It's a hormone that is released in your brain (in your hypothalamus), then distributed by the pituitary gland to the rest of your brain. It can stimulate emotions of love, trust, connection, empathy, bonding and comfort. It also works with serotonin and dopamine, making these 3 a powerful trio of super happy hormones!So how do we get more of this wonder hormone??You can read the blog at https://happyhormonesforlife.com/get-oxytocin-love-hormoneOr contact us for more info on our testing and 1-1 support; https://happyhormonesforlife.com/contact
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