The Vegan Menopause Podcast

Menopause and Fatty Liver: What's Happening to Your Liver After Age 40

In this episode, we're talking about your liver, and why what's happening to it after perimenopause may be one of the reasons why the weight isn't coming off, your energy is low, and your hot flashes are more intense than you'd like. Fatty liver disease is much more common after menopause than before it, and it's directly connected to the drop in estrogen. But most women, and many health providers, aren't talking about it. In this episode you'll learn: * What fatty liver disease is and what causes it * What your liver is responsible for in perimenopause and menopause * Why fatty liver is about more than just eating fat, and how stress, cortisol, and poor sleep are making it worse * The vegan foods and drinks with research support for liver health * Supplements that support the liver, including one that vegan women in particular should pay attention to * The type of movement that supports liver clearance without adding to your stress load Read the blog post on the Vegan Menopause Blog: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/post/menopause-fatty-liver [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/post/menopause-fatty-liver] Free Vegan Menopause 3-Day Meal Plan: https://blissfulmenopause.kit.com/d75525d1c8 Book a free 30-minute discovery call: https://calendly.com/anna-blissfulmenopause/30min [https://calendly.com/anna-blissfulmenopause/30min]

Vaginal Health and UTIs in Menopause — Interview with Heather Florio

If vaginal dryness, recurrent UTIs, or pelvic floor changes have shown up in your perimenopause or menopause journey, this episode is for you. Today I'm talking with Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest and and women's sexual health advocate. Heather is the author of Dear Sexpert in Bella Magazine, named one of Authority Magazine's Top 50 Women in Wellness, and featured in Forbes as a top woman in business. She has spent her career breaking the silence around the symptoms many of us are too embarrassed to bring up (even with our doctors). In this episode we cover: 3:15 How Heather ended up in this space 5:17 What do most women not understand about the effects menopause has on pelvic health 7:47 Ingredients to watch out for in vaginal moisturizers 11:10 What Heather would recommend for daily care in cases of interstitial cystitis 14:40 Being prescribed antibiotics over and over 16:25 Bladder pain syndrome 19:52 Oral or topical prevention 22:37 Non-hormonal options 31:22 Where to find out more about Heather's products 31:53 Take the Lead Women event 34:37 You are your own best advocate Everything in this episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health care. Desert Harvest: desertharvest.com — use code VEGANMENO for 10% off Heather on Instagram: @HMFlorio [https://www.instagram.com/hmflorio] Desert Harvest on Instagram: @DesertHarvestAloeVera [https://www.instagram.com/desertharvestaloevera/] Take the Lead Women — August 26th Washington D.C.: taketheleadwomen.com Book recommendation from Heather: Grown Woman Talk by Dr. Sharon Malone Save up to 20% on Cozy Earth bamboo viscose sheet sets at https://cozyearth.com/ using the code: BLISSFUL Vegan Menopause Blog - https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog]

Listener Q&A - HRT, Soy, Weight Gain, and Overwhelm

In this Q&A episode, I'm answering some of the most common questions I hear from women navigating menopause on a vegan or plant-based lifestyle. The questions I answered were: 1:10 Do I need to take supplements on a whole foods plant-based diet? 3:30 How can I do all these wellness activities when I'm so overwhelmed and it feels like another part-time job? 5:17 Why does menopause make me feel so tired? 6:45 Should I avoid soy during menopause? 8:15 What are your thoughts on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) 9:50 Why am I gaining weight even though I'm vegan? I hope this conversation helps you feel more informed and less overwhelmed. As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual health concerns. Check out my blog here: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog] Free 3-Day Vegan Menopause Meal Plan: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/vegan-menopause-meal-plan [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/vegan-menopause-meal-plan] Quiz: What's Getting in Your Way of Weight Loss in Menopause? https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/696969c56095af3ab68c8d6d [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/696969c56095af3ab68c8d6d]

Why does poor sleep lead to weight gain in menopause?

If you're eating well, trying to stay active, and still struggling to lose weight during menopause, your sleep may be the missing piece. In this episode, we're diving into how sleep impacts weight loss, hormones, and cravings, and why it becomes more disrupted during menopause. You'll learn why poor sleep can increase hunger (especially for sugar), and make your body more likely to store fat, even if your eating habits haven't changed. We also explore how your circadian rhythm influences metabolism, why menopause-related sleep issues are so common, and what's really happening in your body when you're not getting enough rest. If weight loss has been feeling harder than it should, this episode will help you understand why, and and give some simple tips to start improving your sleep. Links: Interested in one-on-one coaching? Check out the Menopause Weight Loss Breakthrough here: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/coaching [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/coaching] Peruse the Vegan Menopause Blog at: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog] Save up to 20% on Cozy Earth bamboo viscose sheet sets at https://cozyearth.com/ [https://cozyearth.com/] using the code: BLISSFUL DISCLAIMER: The information shared on this podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only. It's not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always check in with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or lifestyle, especially during menopause.

How to Increase your GLP-1 Naturally

You may have heard of GLP-1 medications, but did you know that your body already produces this hormone naturally? In this episode, I discuss a hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite, fullness, and blood sugar balance. I'll walk you through four simple, research-backed strategies to support your body's own GLP-1 production so you can feel more satisfied and reduce cravings. I also talk about the pros and considerations of GLP-1 medications, and how to support your body if you're currently taking them. Looking for more information on menopause? My blog is full of resources for vegan women: https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog [https://www.blissfulmenopause.com/blog] Struggling to lose weight no matter what you try? Take my free quiz [https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/696969c56095af3ab68c8d6d] to find out what's blocking your weight loss in menopause, and what to do next. DISCLAIMER: This podcast's information is general in nature and for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.