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Lifestyle Intervention in Menopause: Before You Try Hormones, Try This w/ Dr. Wendy Sweet | EP 31

Lifestyle Intervention in Menopause: Before You Try Hormones, Try This w/ Dr. Wendy Sweet | EP 31

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 Why do so many women hit their 40s and suddenly feel like their bodies are falling apart? From exhaustion and weight gain to joint pain, brain fog, and disrupted sleep, midlife can feel like a slow unraveling, and for many, it’s blamed on menopause. But what if it’s not just your hormones? What if the symptoms we associate with menopause are only part of a much bigger picture? One that includes rising inflammation, stress, and disrupted recovery, catching up all at once? What if understanding how menopause interacts with these other changes could give women more control over their health, not less? This is where the concept of inflammaging comes in, and it might be the missing link in how we care for women in midlife. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Sweet, PhD, researcher and women’s health expert, breaks down a radically more nuanced (and empowering) view of the menopause transition. Menopause is actually an inflammatory phase of life, and its effects can be addressed with lifestyle interventions. Before we even consider Hormone Replacement Therapy, there are changes we can make with diet, movement, and sleep. Through decades of research and work with thousands of women, Dr. Sweet has uncovered what most people miss: You can feel better if you adjust your habits to match the life stage you’re in. Things You’ll Learn In This Episode -Menopause or inflammation “Inflammaging” is the hidden force behind the fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and gut issues menopausal women experience. How do we slow it down? -Why your body might feel like it’s falling apart after 40 What physiological changes happen beneath the surface, and how do you adapt to them? -Rethinking the HRT-first approach Before turning to hormone therapy, what if we changed our sleep, stress, and nutrition? -One-size-fits-all advice doesn’t work What your body needs at 45 isn’t what it needs at 52. How do you tailor your movement, food, and recovery to your life phase? Guest Bio Dr. Wendy Sweet, PhD, is a global leader in women's healthy ageing and the founder of My Menopause Transformation, an evidence-based online coaching programme that has helped thousands of women worldwide navigate menopause with clarity, health, and confidence. With a doctorate in women's healthy ageing, a Master’s in lifestyle behaviour change, and a background in nursing, exercise science, and nutrition, Wendy brings a unique, holistic perspective to midlife health. She was a pioneer in New Zealand’s personal training industry with Les Mills International and later became a university lecturer, equipping her with both the academic and real-world expertise to challenge outdated menopause paradigms. Having personally struggled through her own menopause transition, Wendy now dedicates her work to educating and empowering women to thrive, not just survive, this powerful life stage. To learn more, visit mymenopausetransformation.com or contact her directly at wendy@mymenopausetransformation.com. About Your Host Hosted by Dr. Deepa Grandon, MD MBA, triple board-certified physician with over 23 years of experience working as a Physician Consultant for influential organizations worldwide. Dr. Grandon is the founder of Transformational Life Consulting (TLC) and an outspoken faith-based leader in evidenced-based lifestyle medicine. Resources Feeling stuck and want guidance on how to transform your spiritual, mental and physical well being? Get access to Dr Deepa’s 6 Pillars of Health video! Visit drdeepa-tlc.org to subscribe and watch the video for free. ‌ Work with Me Ready to explore a personalized wellness journey with Dr. Deepa? Visit drdeepa-tlc.org and click on “Work with Me” to schedule a free intake call. Together, we’ll see if this exclusive program aligns with your needs! Want to receive a devotional every week From Dr. Deepa? Devotionals are dedicated to providing you with a moment of reflection, inspiration, and spiritual growth each week, delivered right to your inbox. Visit https://www.drdeepa-tlc.org/devotional-opt-in to subscribe for free. Ready to deepen your understanding of trauma and kick start your healing journey? Explore a range of online and onsite courses designed to equip you with practical and affordable tools. From counselors, ministry leaders, and educators to couples, parents and individuals seeking help for themselves, there’s a powerful course for everyone. Browse all the courses now to start your journey. ​​TLC is presenting this podcast as a form of information sharing only. It is not medical advice or intended to replace the judgment of a licensed physician. TLC is not responsible for any claims related to procedures, professionals, products, or methods discussed in the podcast, and it does not approve or endorse any products, professionals, services, or methods that might be referenced. Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a ...

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