The Dr Louise Newson Podcast

76 – Why migraine is so much more than a headache with Dr Eli Sader

Migraine is one of the most common causes of disability worldwide, yet it’s still widely misunderstood and often dismissed as “just a headache”. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by neurologist and migraine specialist Dr Eli Sader to explore what migraine really is, why it happens and why it affects so much more than pain alone. Dr.Elie Sader is a double board-certified neurologist and pain physician. Known online as Dr. Painkiller, he creates evidence-based migraine and pain educationacross platforms, cutting through medical misinformation with clinical rigor and a healthy skepticism toward wellness hype. They discuss the different stages of a migraine attack, common triggers, and why symptoms can vary so much between individuals. Eli explains what is happening in the brain during a migraine and why recognising the early signs is so important. Louise and Eli also explore the powerful connection between hormones and migraine, including why fluctuating hormone levels can worsen symptoms during perimenopause and menopause, and also during the menstrual cycle. They talk about how the right treatment approach can help. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT 👉 Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/menopause_doctor/?hl=en&utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://www.instagram.com/menopause_doctor/?hl=en&utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉   TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] LEARN MORE 👉 Hear more from Dr Elie Sader on YouTube https://youtu.be/YI14xTnfMqA [https://youtu.be/YI14xTnfMqA] 👉 Download mybalance app https://balance-app.com/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://balance-app.com/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉 Order my new book https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+] 👉  Speak to NewsonClinic https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/?utm_source=louise_podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=clinic_cross_promotion [https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/?utm_source=louise_podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=clinic_cross_promotion] 👉  Visit my website https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+ [https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/?utm_source=DLNpodcast+&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=BAU+]

75 – Can technology help us live healthier for longer?

We often talk about living longer, but what about living better? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by award-winning technology journalist, broadcaster and author Lara Lewington to explore the difference between lifespan and health span, and why the future of healthcare needs to focus on preventing disease rather than simply treating it. They discuss how advances in technology and artificial intelligence could transform the way we understand our health, identify disease risk earlier and personalise healthcare in ways that were previously unimaginable. Louise and Lara also explore the growing role of wearable technology, health tracking and genomics, as well as the challenges that come with having more information about our bodies. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor [https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor] Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ [https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/] Instagram 👉   / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉     / [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblo3cGZIUmNnS3RPUklhUHc3RE1jWlNBRHZJZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuYzVSX2pOLXB4NjRENEEwZVA5WDIxbmlfV0U3VUh3R2tGVm13dHEzY0I1NEw3OHJ4QlZpS3RRZVBUU0ptUjl3X21ySEYyb29OVElwZzR1cE9KUC1aTXZVdU4wV05MakdvUW1GemRSbVJ3a2xBSW0xWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlouisen..&v=SVfThT3hXbM] https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/] TikTok 👉   / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson [https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson] Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg [https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg] LEARN MORE 👉 Download my balance app [www.balance-app.com] 👉 Order my new book [https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones⁠] 👉 Learn more about Newson Clinic [https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/?utm_source=louise_podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=clinic_cross_promotion]

74 – The case for hormones: choice, health and longevity

For decades, women have been told to fear hormones. But what if understanding them is one of the most important steps you can take for your current and future health? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by South African GP and functional medicine specialist Dr Mary Atkinson to discuss the vital role hormones play throughout the body and why women deserve better information to make informed choices about their health. Drawing on both her professional expertise and personal experience, Mary explains how hormones influence everything from brain function and bone health to cardiovascular health, inflammation and healthy ageing. Together, Louise and Mary explore the growing evidence around hormone treatments and disease prevention, discuss the importance of individualised care, and examine why so many women still struggle to access accurate information and appropriate treatment. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor [https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor] Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ [https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/] Instagram 👉   / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉     / [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblo3cGZIUmNnS3RPUklhUHc3RE1jWlNBRHZJZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuYzVSX2pOLXB4NjRENEEwZVA5WDIxbmlfV0U3VUh3R2tGVm13dHEzY0I1NEw3OHJ4QlZpS3RRZVBUU0ptUjl3X21ySEYyb29OVElwZzR1cE9KUC1aTXZVdU4wV05MakdvUW1GemRSbVJ3a2xBSW0xWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlouisen..&v=SVfThT3hXbM] https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/] TikTok 👉   / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson [https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson] Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg [https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg] LEARN MORE Download my balance app 👉 https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/ [https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/] Get tickets for my new theatre tour, Breaking the Cycle 👉 https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/ [https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/] Order my new book 👉 https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones [https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones]

73 – Hormone treatments after 70: why you don’t need to stop

So many women are wrongly told they need to stop takinghormone treatments when they reach a certain age, yet there is noevidence-based age limit for natural hormone treatments. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Paula Keats who previously worked in the City as a Head ofHR for an international investment bank. Paula has been taking hormone treatments for 33 yearsand is still benefiting from them at the age of 77. Paula shares why she chose to continue hormone treatments through the fallout of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study, the difference hormones have made to her life, and whyshe has no intention of stopping. Together, Louise and Paula discuss the misconceptionssurrounding hormone treatments in later life, why so many women are still being denied hormone treatments because of their age, and the importance of individualised care and treatments rather than arbitrary cut-offs. Whether you’re already taking hormone treatments, wonderingif you should continue, or have been told you’re “too old” to start, thisepisode will give you the information and confidence to have informedconversations and make the choices that are right for you. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode,please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someonewho might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor [https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor] Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ [https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/] Instagram 👉   / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉     / [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblo3cGZIUmNnS3RPUklhUHc3RE1jWlNBRHZJZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuYzVSX2pOLXB4NjRENEEwZVA5WDIxbmlfV0U3VUh3R2tGVm13dHEzY0I1NEw3OHJ4QlZpS3RRZVBUU0ptUjl3X21ySEYyb29OVElwZzR1cE9KUC1aTXZVdU4wV05MakdvUW1GemRSbVJ3a2xBSW0xWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlouisen..&v=SVfThT3hXbM] https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/] TikTok 👉   / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson [https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson] Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg [https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg] LEARN MORE Download my balance app 👉 https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/ [https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/] Get tickets for my new theatre tour, Breaking the Cycle 👉 https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/ [https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/] Order my new book 👉 https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones [https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones]

72 – ADHD in women: the hidden role of hormones

Why are so many women only discovering they have ADHD during perimenopause? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by wellbeing coach, author and host of the ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, Kate Moryoussef, for an important conversation about ADHD in women and the often overlooked role hormones can play. Kate shares how she was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 40 after recognising the same struggles in her daughter during homeschooling. Together, Louise and Kate explore why ADHD can present differently in women, how symptoms are often missed for years, and why hormonal changes during puberty, postnatal years and perimenopause can make symptoms significantly worse. The conversation highlights the importance of looking beyond labels, understanding the whole person and empowering women with better information so they can advocate for the support they deserve. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor [https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor] Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ [https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/] Instagram 👉   / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉     / [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblo3cGZIUmNnS3RPUklhUHc3RE1jWlNBRHZJZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuYzVSX2pOLXB4NjRENEEwZVA5WDIxbmlfV0U3VUh3R2tGVm13dHEzY0I1NEw3OHJ4QlZpS3RRZVBUU0ptUjl3X21ySEYyb29OVElwZzR1cE9KUC1aTXZVdU4wV05MakdvUW1GemRSbVJ3a2xBSW0xWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlouisen..&v=SVfThT3hXbM] https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/] TikTok 👉   / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson [https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson] Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg [https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg] LEARN MORE Download my balance app 👉 https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/ [https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/] Get tickets for my new theatre tour, Breaking the Cycle 👉 https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/ [https://www.nlp-ltd.com/dr-louise-newson-breaking-the-cycle/] Order my new book 👉 https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones [https://bio.to/ThePowerofHormones]