The Henpicked Podcast

Are you taking HRT but not sure if it's working? Can't get hold of the one you're used to due to shortages? Think you need to change or are thinking of stopping? In this Episode we are joined by Dr Clare Spencer from My Menopause Centre who offers advice and explain more about HRT. You can access a transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/hrt-top-tips Find out more about the My Menopause Centre here: https://www.mymenopausecentre.com Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Did you know that there's a link between nutrition and PMS? In this episode we are joined by award-winning Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women's health and the menopause. Jackie Lynch explains what you can do to manage the symptoms. To access a transcript of this Podcast, click here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/nutrition-for-premenstrual-syndrome-pms/ To find out more about the Well, Well, Well - My Menopause clinic, click here: https://www.well-well-well.co.uk To buy Jackie's book from Amazon UK click here: https://tinyurl.com/mvz6nzxt Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating. About Jackie Lynch: Jackie first discovered the power of nutrition about 15 years ago when she was working long hours in a senior corporate role. Within 7 days of following personalised nutrition advice, she says she felt like a new woman! The dramatic changes in her energy, well-being and performance inspired her to give up her successful career and embark on a 4-year journey to study nutrition at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition.

Endometriosis can be a debilitating condition for sufferers. In this episode we find out how Endometriosis affects the menopause transition. To talk about the condition, we are joined by Dr Karen Morton, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Founder and Medical Director of Dr Morton's, The Medical Helpline. To access a transcript of this Podcast, click here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/endometriosis-and-the-menopause To find out more about Dr Morton's click here: https://www.drmortons.co.uk/services/index.php? Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating. About Dr Karen Morton Dr Morton trained at Cambridge, Oxford, Queen Charlotte's Maternity Hospital, Chelsea Hospital for Women and St Thomas' Hospital, before becoming a consultant in Guildford in 1991. She believes in empowering women to make informed choices about their healthcare, starting Dr Morton's in 2013 to help make that happen.

In this episode we discuss surgical menopause e.g. hysterectomy and oophorectomy, how it affects the menopause transition and what support is available to those who experience it. I am joined by Dr Heather Currie. Dr Heather Currie is an Associate Specialist Gynaecologist at Dumfries & Galloway NHS, Trustee and past Chair of the British Menopause Society. She is co-editor of Post Reproductive Health, the journal of the British Menopause Society, Founder and MD of Menopause Matters, and the Scottish National Clinical Lead for Modernising Gynaecology Outpatients. Find out more about Menopause Matters here: https://www.menopausematters.co.uk Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

In this discussion, Dr. Marilyn Glenville, a leading UK nutritionist and author specializing in women's health, shares valuable insights on managing menopause through herbs. She highlights effective natural alternatives to HRT for symptoms like hot flushes and mood swings, particularly using Agnus Castus during perimenopause. Dr. Glenville stresses the importance of quality herbal supplements and professional guidance, advocating for a holistic approach to health during this life transition.

This month is Stress Awareness Month. Stress can affect the menopause and menopause can affect how we deal with stress, but what can you do about it? In this podcast, Columba Urey, Consultant and Psychotherapist, shares a raft of expert practical tips. Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change.

In this episode how to talk to your Line Manager about your menopause. Thankfully, more and more employers are recognising that some women need support in the workplace during their menopause transition. Sally Leech is from Menopause in the Workplace and has some great advice in this Podcast. Not everyone struggles, but three in four do experience symptoms, and these don't just switch off when a woman arrives at work. This is why it's important to know how to talk to your manager about menopause. Access more information here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-how-to-talk-to-your-line-manager-about-menopause Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change.

Jackie Lynch, an award-winning nutritional therapist and founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, sheds light on the often-misunderstood relationship between menopause and weight gain. She emphasizes that menopause isn’t the main culprit; instead, aging, hormonal shifts, and stress play significant roles. Jackie shares insightful tips on intermittent fasting, particularly the 16:8 model, and highlights the importance of personalized dietary strategies. With practical advice on managing cravings and incorporating more fruits and vegetables, she empowers women to navigate this life stage with confidence.

In this episode we discuss how menopause can affect long term health, in particular bone health – osteoporosis – and what you can do about it. Our guest is Dr Shazadi Harper from The Harper Clinic. Find out more about the Harper Clinic here: https://theharperclinic.com Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change.

Do you know enough about HRT to make an informed choice about whether it's right for you? In this episode we'll discuss the benefits and risks of HRT. Henpicked's Deborah Garlick talks to Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it's always been around, as long as they're been women on this earth and they've lived long enough, there's been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we're in a different time - we're living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It's time for change.