• Hello, Hot Flash: Conversations about menopause, women’s health and mindset for midlife women.

  • By: Stephanie Shaw
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Hello, Hot Flash: Conversations about menopause, women’s health and mindset for midlife women.

By: Stephanie Shaw
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  • This show will deliver health & wellness tips for midlife women on how to navigate, survive, and thrive through perimenopause. If you are looking for menopause information from a menopause educator who has been through what you are facing, then you are in the right place. This podcast will provide valuable insights for midlife women who are perimenopausal or postmenopausal and for their husbands, sons, daughters, nephews, and nieces. Human Resource Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion officers can also learn how to support workplace employees who may be struggling with menopause. If you want to learn how to navigate menopause so you can sleep better, lose weight, have more energy, and regain the vibrancy you had in your youth, you are in the right place! This show will provide information to questions like: *Should I start hormone replacement therapy? *How will menopause affect my sex drive? *Should I have a pap test after menopause? *Should I have a mammogram after menopause? *Should I take supplements for perimenopause symptoms? *What foods should I eat during menopause? *What is the difference between perimenopause and menopause? *How old are you when menopause starts and stops? *How can I get a good night’s sleep? *How can I stop feeling overwhelmed? *How can I get my hair to grow? *How can I have more energy? *What type of exercise should I practice if I’m in perimenopause? *How does menopause impact my bone health? *Will being perimenopausal increase my risk for cancer? *Will menopause affect my heart?
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Episodes
  • 187 Top Reasons Why Anxiety Plays A Role In Menopause

    187 Top Reasons Why Anxiety Plays A Role In Menopause
    Nov 21 2024

    Show Notes

    Have you noticed unexpected shifts in your mood or anxiety levels lately? Menopause could be the reason behind it. In this episode, Dr. Allie Sharma, a seasoned psychiatrist, joins us to explain the often-overlooked connection between menopause and mental health.

    Dr. Allie explores why hormonal changes—like drops in estrogen and progesterone—can bring on symptoms like anxiety, irritability, and even brain fog.

    She shares her expert insights on recognizing these signs, navigating treatment options, and advocating for the support you need from healthcare providers. Plus, we discuss how to talk with family members about these changes so they can better understand and support you through this life stage.

    Timestamps (00:00:41) The Mental Health Impact of Menopause (00:03:07) Hormonal Impact on Anxiety and Mood (00:06:11) Understanding Anxiety vs. Depression (00:09:12) Misconceptions in Mental Health Treatment (00:11:44) Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare (00:16:19) Educating Family for Better Support (00:20:04) Brain Health Research and Menopause

    About The Guest

    Find out more about Dr. Allie by visiting Hello Hot Flash.

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    25 mins
  • 186 How To Break The Connection Between Stress And Weight Gain

    186 How To Break The Connection Between Stress And Weight Gain
    Nov 19 2024

    Show Notes

    Did you know that chronic stress can increase cravings and even lead to weight gain by disrupting your body's hormone balance?

    In today’s episode, Dr. Priyanka Venugopal, OB-GYN, turned stress and health coach, shares how stress influences our brain's reward system, sparking cravings and emotional eating, and she explains down why common habits—like reaching for snacks after a long day—are often driven by more than just hunger.

    Dr. Priyanka explains how understanding our "stress types" (fight, flight, freeze, and fawn) can help us rewire our responses and take control of our choices. Get ready to discover practical ways to interrupt these patterns and achieve a healthier mind-body balance.

    Timestamps

    (00:01:35) The Food Industry's Role in Stress-Induced Weight Gain

    (00:04:01) Can We Rewire Our Brains? The Power of Neuroplasticity

    (00:07:06) Identifying Your Stress Triggers

    (00:13:16) The Role of Cortisol in Weight Gain

    (00:19:01) Holistic Weight Loss Approach: Science and Mindset

    (00:23:18) Breaking the Blame Game Cycle: Accountability and Choice

    About The Guest

    Find out more about Dr. Priyanka by visiting Hello Hot Flash.

    Additional Resources

    • Help us make a difference in women’s healthcare. Take a few minutes and complete this survey.
    • Like to watch your podcast episodes? Well, so do I! Subscribe to my YouTube page, @hellohotflashpodcast, to see the videos.
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    38 mins
  • 185 How To Beat Fatigue: Heal Your Gut Microbiome

    185 How To Beat Fatigue: Heal Your Gut Microbiome
    Nov 14 2024

    Show Notes

    In today’s episode, registered dietitian Dawn Palacios joins us to discuss practical ways to tackle midlife fatigue and regain lasting energy. Dawn shares her journey through burnout and how it transformed her approach to wellness.

    She shares her favorite strategies for boosting energy, starting with the basics: staying hydrated, swapping processed foods for nutrient-rich whole foods, and keeping your gut healthy.

    Dawn explains how small dietary changes—like adding more fiber and avoiding inflammatory foods—can make a big difference in how energized you feel each day. She also discusses why it’s essential to listen to your body’s needs and shares her “test, don’t guess” approach to identifying what’s really going on beneath the surface.

    If you’re looking to break free from the cycle of midlife fatigue, this episode is packed with relatable insights and easy-to-implement tips.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:57 How Dawn Advocated for Herself

    00:02:47 What Nutrition Does for Menopause

    00:04:12 How to Beat Fatigue with Dietary Changes

    00:06:03 The Importance of Gut Health

    00:12:54 Common Nutrient Deficiencies

    00:19:37 Mindset & Self-Care in Midlife

    About The Guest

    Find out more about Dawn by visiting Hello Hot Flash.

    Additional Resources

    • Help us make a difference in women’s healthcare. Take a few minutes and complete this survey.
    • Like to watch your podcast episodes? Well, so do I! Subscribe to my YouTube page, @hellohotflashpodcast, to see the videos.
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    25 mins

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