February 23, 2026 MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond MenopauseWellness.co ThePassionZone.com SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 2 – EPISODE 5 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements Let’s talk menopause at the 5th Annual WHATT (Wellness, Holistic, Alternative Treatment and Therapy) Fair Friday, March 20th, from 4 to 8 pm, and Saturday, March 21, from 10 am to 4 pm, at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center, 2122 Williams Rd., in Wooster. $10 entry fee (age ten and under are free) includes a sound bath, Reiki, an art activity, therapy dogs, classes, presentations, food trucks, and a self-guided self-care experience! Lots of wellness vendors! Every Friday at 9 PM ET on TikTok, join me live for Love Notes—a cozy, late-night space at @the.passion.zone where we talk desire, confidence, and connection in midlife.Submit your dedication: https://forms.gle/oDvyHqTt6Q8DeQFT8 Monthly Theme: Heart Health, Circulation, and Hormonal Shifts * Topic: Blood Pressure, Cholesterol & Midlife Lab Work: What Your Numbers Really Mean THRIVE™ Pillars: Tailored Nutrition + Hormonal Balance Segment 1: Blood Pressure — Understanding the Shift Segment 2: Cholesterol — Why LDL Often Rises After Menopause Segment 3: The Inflammation & Blood Sugar ConnectionSegment 4: How to Interpret Lab Work CalmlySegment 5: When Intervention Is AppropriateSegment 6: What Supported Cardiovascular Numbers Feel Like Your Spark Action for the week. * Closing Thoughts RESOURCES FOR EPISODE SPARK ACTION OF THE WEEKChoose one stabilizing practice: Walk 15–20 minutes dailyAdd one soluble fiber sourcePrioritize sleep rhythmReduce evening stimulationTrack blood pressure calmly for seven days Notice I said calmly. Tracking should inform, not alarm. Your body responds best to steadiness. If You Want More SupportIf today’s episode hit home and you’re ready for relief beyond the podcast, Unpause™ Menopause Wellness Audit If you’re just starting your menopause journey,...