In this episode of 'Moving Through Menopause', I chat to Dr. Sara Poldmae, a practitioner of acupuncture, Chinese, and functional medicine who has been in the field for over 25 years.

We discuss the benefits of combining ancient holistic approaches with modern Western medicine to help women in midlife, focusing on issues like sleep disorders, hormonal imbalances, and stress management.

Dr. Sara emphasises the role of lifestyle changes, especially diet and exercise, in regulating hormones and maintaining overall health.

We discuss the importance of testing in specific scenarios and the importance of individualised care.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:59 Understanding Menopause and Midlife Struggles

03:06 The Importance of Thyroid Health

03:44 The Role of Diet and Gluten in Health

09:31 The Impact of Stress and Blood Sugar on Health

15:16 The Importance of Sleep for Hormonal Health

16:34 The Interplay of Gut Health, Liver Health, and Hormonal Health

20:07 The Power of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

21:24 The Role of Testing and Evaluation in Health

26:58 The Rising Woman Project and Conclusion

Thanks to my guest

Dr Sara Poldmae

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Disclaimer: Please note that any information we provide in this podcast does not constitute medical guidance. You should consult your medical practitioner before making any changes that could impact your health.