Hot & Healthy Menopause

Nicole van Hattem
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Smart, often funny, and sometimes surprising. Everything's up for discussion: from divorce to dating app disasters, hot sweats, menopause myths, changing body image, family responsibilities, solo travel adventures, and challenging societal norms. Join me for candid chats, expert insights, and the conversations you wish you had. Subscribe here: www.nicolevanhattem.com

  1. 187 - Perimenopause & Conscious Choices: How to Make Clear, Confident Decisions in Midlife

    4 DAYS AGO

    187 - Perimenopause & Conscious Choices: How to Make Clear, Confident Decisions in Midlife

    In this episode of Hot & Healthy Menopause, Nicole van Hattem explores how perimenopause is not a crisis but a crossroads. You'll learn why this transition is your opportunity to pause, reassess, and make conscious choices about your health, relationships, finances, and future. Nicole shares her own story of brave, bold decisions — letting go of the life she was conditioned to believe she wanted, and intentionally creating one that truly fits. You'll also discover: 💡 Why pulling your energy back into yourself is essential before making big life changes 🧠 How brain fog, emotional swings, and hormone shifts affect clarity and decision-making ❤️ Why setting new boundaries can strengthen, not destroy, your relationships 💰 How to rethink your resources — time, money, energy — so you can move forward confidently 🌿 Why even small conscious changes (like decluttering) can free up energy and inspiration Nicole also gets real about the tough stuff: resistance from others, rethinking long-term relationships, and the fear that comes when people don't understand your evolution. ✨ Ready to create your roadmap for this next phase? Nicole offers tailored executive coaching to help you define your goals, build accountability, and enjoy the process of reinvention. Visit nicolevanhattem.com to learn how to work with her.

    9 min
  2. 186 - Menopause & Coordination: Why Your Hands Didn't Get the Memo

    25 NOV

    186 - Menopause & Coordination: Why Your Hands Didn't Get the Memo

    Are you dropping your coffee, fumbling your keys, or feeling a bit clumsy lately? It's not all in your head — and you're definitely not alone. In this episode of Hot & Healthy Menopause, Nicole explores how hormone changes during menopause can subtly affect coordination, grip, and focus — and what you can do about it. You'll learn: ✅ How fluctuating estrogen and dopamine affect movement and concentration ✅ Why sleep, eyesight, and circulation make a big difference ✅ Simple ways to strengthen your grip, balance, and confidence Because you're not broken — you're becoming. And I'm here to support you to live a hot and healthy life. Call to Action: Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker at nicolevanhattem.com

    5 min

  3. 18 NOV

    185 - Menopause Doesn't Have to Break You: How I'm Rebuilding My Bones & Strength

    In Part 2 of this essential series, Nicole van Hattem walks you through the exact plan she created after her osteoporosis diagnosis — the experts she worked with, the lifestyle changes she made, and the science-backed strategies that are now helping her rebuild bone, strength, and confidence in midlife. You'll learn: How MHT (Menopause Hormone Therapy) protects bone and why you might choose it The impact of caffeine, alcohol, inflammation & omega imbalance on bone loss Why stress is one of the most underestimated threats to bone health The role of weight training, impact exercises & balance work (including a laugh-out-loud moment trying heel drops with an exercise physiologist!) What an endocrinologist actually does — and why you may need one The specific tests to use to track progress: DEXA, Vitamin D, omega balance & more How symptom tracking, boundaries, and lifestyle design help protect both your bones and your independence This episode is equal parts science and real talk — including the honest moment where Nicole had a little pity party, then gave herself a mindset reboot and got to work. Because strong bones aren't built by hoping… they're built by taking action. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to create your own bone-building roadmap. ✨ Mentions & Resources: Zinzino BalanceTest & BalanceOil+ for omega balance and inflammation Episode: Rethink the Drink in Midlife Episode: Caffeine & Menopause — What You Need to Know

    11 min
  4. 184 - Bone Loss in Peri-Menopause: Silent Symptoms, Inflammation & When to Get a DEXA Scan

    15 NOV

    184 - Bone Loss in Peri-Menopause: Silent Symptoms, Inflammation & When to Get a DEXA Scan

    "I thought I was doing everything right… and then at 55, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis. What the actual?!" In this powerful episode, Nicole van Hattem opens up about her diagnosis — how she found out, what was missed, and why so many women are blindsided by bone loss during menopause. You'll learn: Why osteoporosis is called the silent thief and how it can progress undetected for years How inflammation, stress, and hormone changes quietly weaken your bones The difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis (and why it matters) The role of estrogen, calcium, vitamin D, and lifestyle in protecting your bones How to advocate for yourself with your GP and request a DEXA scan before it's too late This isn't a story of fear — it's one of empowerment. You'll learn who to turn shock into strategy before it's too late. 🎧 Listen now, and don't miss Part 2 — where you'll learn exactly how to rebuild bones and confidence. ✨ Mentions & Resources: Hot & Healthy Menopause podcast episode: "Rethink the Drink in Midlife" Zinzino BalanceTest & BalanceOil+ for inflammation and omega balance

    11 min
  5. 183 - Hormone Replacement Therapy: The Truth About HRT & MHT — From Fear to Facts

    5 NOV

    183 - Hormone Replacement Therapy: The Truth About HRT & MHT — From Fear to Facts

    Hormone Replacement Therapy — or Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) — has been one of the most misunderstood topics in women's health for over two decades. Much of that confusion traces back to one study: the 2002 Women's Health Initiative (WHI). In this episode, Menopause Health Coach Nicole van Hattem unpacks what really happened in that study, why it caused global panic, and what the research now tells us about the safety, timing, and benefits of modern HRT. Nicole also shares her own journey — a decade of trying to manage perimenopause naturally through nutrition, therapy, gut health, lifestyle changes, and stress reduction — before discovering that HRT was the missing piece. After finding the right balance, the transformation was dramatic: within days, her depression and anxiety disappeared. 💡 In this episode, you'll learn: What HRT/MHT actually is and how it supports estrogen and progesterone balance The real story behind the 2002 Women's Health Initiative study — and what went wrong How misinformation led to decades of unnecessary suffering The difference between synthetic and body-identical hormones Why timing matters — the "window of opportunity" for heart, bone, and brain protection The latest research showing how HRT started around menopause can reduce heart disease and all-cause mortality How to work with a menopause-trained practitioner to find your ideal combination The importance of self-education, advocacy, and updated science This episode is for every woman who has ever been told to "just tough it out," every doctor who wants to practice evidence-based care, and every partner or employer who wants to understand the real story behind menopause support. Because the truth is clear: modern, body-identical HRT is safe, effective, and life-changing for many women — when prescribed correctly and started at the right time. 🩷 Resources & Support: ✅ Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker at nicolevanhattem.com ✅ Explore your inflammation and omega profile with the Zinzino Balance Test ✅ Discover Hot & Healthy Retreats — where calm, clarity, and confidence begin

    12 min
  6. 182 - Hydration & Menopause: Why Water Isn't Enough

    28 OCT

    182 - Hydration & Menopause: Why Water Isn't Enough

    Feeling tired, foggy, or moody? Before you blame your hormones, check your water bottle. In this juicy, science-meets-real-life episode, Nicole van Hattem dives deep into why hydration is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to boost your energy, mood, and hormone balance during perimenopause and menopause. You'll learn: 💧 Why your body can't function without proper hydration (and what happens when you're even slightly dehydrated) ☕ How caffeine and alcohol act as "hydration thieves" and worsen menopause symptoms like anxiety, hot flushes, and fatigue 🧬 The surprising link between omega balance and hydration — and how your cells might be "leaking water" without you realising 🩸 How the Zinzino BalanceTest and BalanceOil+ help restore your omega ratio and improve cellular hydration 🚽 The truth about urinary frequency — why more water can actually mean less bladder irritation and fewer UTIs 🧂 Whether you really need salt in your water and what to know about chemicals in tap and bottled water ✅ Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker: nicolevanhattem.com ✨ Hot & Healthy Menopause is here to help you reset your stress, your sleep, and your self-worth — because you're not broken, you're becoming.

    11 min
  7. 181 - Cognition and Brain Fog in Menopause - how to protect your brain health

    20 OCT

    181 - Cognition and Brain Fog in Menopause - how to protect your brain health

    Forgetfulness, fuzzy thinking, losing words mid-sentence — it's not just you. During perimenopause and menopause, many women experience cognitive changes that can feel unsettling. In this episode, Nicole explains how hormonal shifts — especially falling estrogen — affect brain function, memory, and focus. She shares science-backed insights on estrogen's neuroprotective role, the link between menopause and Alzheimer's risk, and simple daily practices to keep your brain healthy, sharp, and resilient. This is your compassionate, evidence-based guide to understanding and supporting your brilliant midlife brain. 💡 In This Episode: What "neuroprotection" really means — and how hormones protect your brain The real reason brain fog happens in perimenopause How falling estrogen affects memory, focus, and energy The connection between menopause and Alzheimer's risk Practical steps to support cognitive health: nutrition, sleep, hydration, and stress management Why brain fog is usually temporary — and how to feel confident again 🌸 Download the free Symptom Tracker: nicolevanhattem.com 💬 Book a session with Nicole: personalised menopause health coaching 🎧 Share this episode with a friend or colleague who's navigating menopause

    6 min
  8. 180 - Hair Changes in Menopause Explained: Thinning, Shedding & Facial Hair Solutions

    8 OCT

    180 - Hair Changes in Menopause Explained: Thinning, Shedding & Facial Hair Solutions

    Is your hair changing with menopause? You're not imagining it — hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can trigger hair thinning, shedding, dryness, and even surprise facial hair growth. In this episode of Hot & Healthy Menopause, host Nicole van Hattem explains exactly why your hair is changing, what's happening with your hormones, and how to nourish, protect, and style your hair through midlife. 💇‍♀️ You'll learn how to: Talk to your hairdresser about perimenopause & menopause changes. Choose hair products that support growth and avoid harmful ingredients. Boost your hair health naturally through nutrition, lifestyle, and hormones. Manage facial hair confidently — your face, your rules! Know when to see a medical professional for deeper support. 🌿 Nicole also shares her personal midlife hair journey, the latest science on estrogen and hair growth, and practical tools you can start using today. 📋 Explore the 8-Part Perimenopause Starter Series at nicolevanhattem.com. 🎧 Tune in, take notes, and share this episode with your hairdresser or a friend who's noticing hair changes too.

    7 min
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Smart, often funny, and sometimes surprising. Everything's up for discussion: from divorce to dating app disasters, hot sweats, menopause myths, changing body image, family responsibilities, solo travel adventures, and challenging societal norms. Join me for candid chats, expert insights, and the conversations you wish you had. Subscribe here: www.nicolevanhattem.com

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  • Creator
    Nicole van Hattem
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hot & Healthy in Business
  • Show Website
    Hot & Healthy Menopause