Regaining Your Sparkle: Navigating Menopause Through Nutrition, Mood, & Mindset

If you’ve been feeling flat, frazzled, or just not quite yourself lately, you’re not alone. I recently joined Rita Mercer on The Daring Well Podcast to talk about exactly this, how women in their 40s and beyond can reclaim their sparkle through simple yet powerful nutrition and lifestyle changes.

We covered so much in our conversation, from the impact of stress and declining hormones on mood and energy, to what’s really going on with blood sugar crashes and hot flushes. If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause, this episode is full of practical, feel-good guidance to help you feel more balanced – physically, mentally, and emotionally.

What we talked about:

• How stress and hormone shifts affect your mood, skin, and energy

• The connection between cortisol and blood sugar (and how to manage both)

• Why protein, fibre, and healthy fats are key to feeling steady and nourished

• How gut health influences your mental health

• The hidden role caffeine can play in irritability and hot flushes

• Why artificial sweeteners might be fuelling your cravings, not helping them

• How to build a plate that supports your hormones, mood, and skin

• The importance of community and mindset during the midlife transition

This episode is all about helping you understand what’s going on in your body – and offering real, achievable ways to support yourself from the inside out. Whether it’s tweaking your breakfast, cutting back on caffeine, or simply learning why you feel the way you do, this conversation will leave you feeling seen and supported.

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