MenoPositive

MenoPositive
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A refreshingly positive and proactive approach to managing hormone shifts. If you’re looking for practical tips, expert advice and honest conversations, think of this as your personal pick ‘n’ mix for how to optimise your body. Although we can’t prevent menopause, we can redefine it. And that journey starts now!

  1. Jul 29

    The Edit: How TCM supports menopause | The Five Elements

    What if menopause wasn't something to fight—but an opportunity to rebalance your body? In this episode of Menopause: The Edit, Lisa sitsdown with wellness expert Antonia David to explore how Traditional Chinese Medicine views menopause not as decline, but as a natural transition and a second spring. Rather than viewing menopause as a collection of isolated symptoms, TCM sees the body as an interconnected system where energy, lifestyle, rest and balance all play an important role in supporting wellbeing. Together they discuss: Why more women are turning to complementary therapies to support their perimenopause journeyThe Five Element Theory (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water)The importance of our kidneys and why your 3pm energy slump may not be a coincidence Whether you're curious about Traditional Chinese Medicine or simply looking for new ways to support your health throughperimenopause, this episode offers an easy introduction to an approach that has been practised for thousands of years. Find your Element with Elemental Herbology HERE. Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive: Join the community on InstagramSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelSign up for news and events

  2. Jul 22

    Could Your Environment Be Affecting Your Menopause? | Blue Zones, Longevity & Hormones with Dr Ash Kapoor

    Could modern life be making your menopause symptoms worse? In this episode, longevity and human optimisation physician Dr Ash Kapoor explores what we can learn from the world's Blue Zones and traditional communities, and why chronic stress, lack of community, time spent indoors and our fast-paced lifestyles may be influencing how we experience menopause. Together we discuss: Why women in Blue Zones appear to experience menopause differentlyWhy community and nature are two of the most overlooked health interventionsSimple ways to create a more menopause-friendly environment, even in a busy city This isn't about moving to Sardinia. It's about understanding how modern life shapes our health and discoveringpractical, evidence-informed habits that can help you build resilience, support healthy ageing and create a more positive menopause experience.   Connect with Dr. Ash Kapoor Dr. Ash on InstagramLearn more about Levitas Clinic Connect with Lisa Join the MenoPositive CommunityReceive news and updates

  3. Jul 15

    The Missing Piece of the Menopause Puzzle: Why Cellular Health Matters | Jess Kane

    What if supporting your hormones starts long before hormones themselves? If you've ever thought, "I'm eating well, exercising, taking mysupplements... so why don't I feel like myself?" this episode is for you. This week, Lisa is joined by Jess Kane from BodyBio to explore afascinating piece of the menopause puzzle that most of us never hear about: cellular health. Because hormones don't work in isolation. They communicate with every cell in your body. And when those cells are under pressure from modern life, environmental toxins, chronic stress and poor nutrition, everything from your energy and metabolism to your brain, mood and gut health can feel the effects. Together, Lisa and Jess discuss: Why menopause symptoms aren't just about hormonesThe surprising link between cellular health, brain fog and fatigueWhy some women don't feel better on HRT - and what could be missingHow health fats are critical to your cellular and brain healthSimple daily habits to build your resilience before, during and after menopauseHow to create the strongest, possible foundation for long term health This isn't about a quick fix. It's about understanding how to build a body that can better support hormonal change—so you can think more clearly, feel more energetic and approach your second half with confidence. Connect with Jess: InstagramLearn more about BodyBioHelp build the MenoPositive Community Join the communitySign up for news and udpates

  4. Jul 1

    Why your 40s matter more than you think - Brain Health, Heart Health & Hormones | Dr Ginni Mansberg

    What if your 40s were the most important decade for protecting your brain and heart? Most menopause conversations focus on managing symptoms. But what if this transition was also your greatest opportunity to invest in the decades ahead? In this episode Lisa sits down with women's health expert, GP and bestselling author Dr Ginni Mansberg to explore why midlife is a critical window for protecting your brain, heart and long-term health. Together they unpack the surprising connection between cardiovascular disease, dementia and hormone shifts, and the simple lifestyle habits that can dramatically improve your future health. You’ll learn: • Why your 40s are a powerful window for improving long-term health• The connection between heart health, brain health and hormone shifts• Why cardiovascular disease is still women's biggest health threat• How up to 50% of dementia is preventable through lifestyle changes• The role of blood pressure, sleep, movement and nutrition in protecting your future health• Why self-compassion may be one of the most overlooked health interventions in midlife This conversation is a powerful reminder that menopause isn't simply something "to manage through. It's an opportunity to build the foundations for a healthier, stronger second half. Because how you care for yourself today shapes how you'll live tomorrow. Connect with Dr. Ginni ·     Instagram ·     Learn more about her work and books Connect with Lisa: ·     Join the MenoPositive community and help rewrite the narrative on menopause ·     Get news and updates

  5. Jun 24

    Treatments wellness insiders swear by: For Sleep, Stress, Skin & Hormonal Wellbeing

    As hormones shift, which wellness treatments genuinely work? Lisa speaks with Antonia David, a leading spa and wellness educator and Head of Education at Elemental Herbology, about the treatments, ingredients and ancient practices women are increasingly turning to for support during perimenopause andmenopause. Together they explore why menopause is a whole-body experience, how declining estrogen impacts the skin, the surprising connection between hormones and sleep, and the wellness therapies making waves in spas around the world. You'll learn: • Why sleep and skin are often the first signs of hormonal change• The surprising ways estrogen affects collagen, hydration, pigmentation and skin health• The ingredients experts recommend for menopausal skin, including Vitamin C, probiotics, ceramides and adaptogens• How massage, breathwork and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help regulate the body during hormonal transition• Simple acupressure techniques that may help with sleep, hot flushes and overwhelm• The biggest skincare mistakes women make during perimenopause• Why menopause wellness is becoming one of the fastest-growing areas of the beauty and wellness industry Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause or simply want to better understand how hormonal changes affect your skin, sleep and wellbeing, this conversation is packed with practical tools to help you feel more balanced, resilient andsupported. Connect with Antonia David and Elemental Herbology InstagramCheck out Fire season - a season for power, transformation and bold energy  Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive   Follow MenoPositive on InstagramSign up for news and updates Follow MenoPositive for expert-led, modern conversations onmenopause, hormone health and ageing well.

  6. May 20

    How to Build a Body That Can Handle Menopause | Dr. Ash Kapoor

    How do you want to show up to one of the most important transitions of your life? Too many conversations around menopause have been reduced to hormones and symptoms. Instead, I want you to ask yourself a more important question:  How are you going to show up to one of the most important transitions of your life? What kind of body are you bringing into it? Your energy, your resilience, your ability to feel strong, clear, in control? In this powerful conversation, longevity and human optimisation physician Dr. Ash Kapoor, founder of The Levitas Clinic, explains why menopause isn’t always the root problem  — and how you live today can shape how you experience midlife later. We explore: ·       What actually moves the needle beyond supplements, HRT and quick fixes ·       Why hormones can decline long before menopause ·       Why your gut, liver and sleep matter more than you think ·        How to build a body that can support you in the lead up to menopause and beyond. We also talk Ferrari’s, sabre-tooth tigers and living in the fast lane.   Connect with Dr. Ash Kapoor ·       Instagram ·       The Levitas Clinic   Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive ·      Follow MenoPositive on Instagram ·      Sign up for news and updates

  7. May 13

    The Edit: The stress hack hidden in your ears

    In this episode of MenoPositive:: The Edit, Lisa speaks with the lovely Sarah Bradden to unpack the growing wellness trend of ear seeds — an acupressure-based practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine that’s gaining attention for its potential to support the nervous system, hormonal balance and emotional wellbeing. Together, they explore how the ear is believed to contain more than 200 acupressure or acupuncture points that correspond to different organs, systems and areas of the body. Many practitioners describe the ear as a microsystem of the entire body. This is a modern conversation blending ancient wisdom, women’s health and wellness culture.

  8. Apr 29

    Hairloss, Hormones & What actually works

    Is your hair changing in midlife — more shedding, less volume, thinning at the part, or a texture that suddenly feels dry and fragile?  Let’s talk what actually works. In this episode Lisa speaks with Lisa Bird, consultanttrichologist at Philip Kingsley, about female hair loss, menopause hair thinning, what’s hype and what’s helpful. Together, they explore why hair changes in midlife, the role hormones, stress, nutrition, iron, and protein play in hair health— and why you can’t out-serum poor nutrition or chronic stress.  But there are things you can do to maintain your healthy locks! You’ll learn: • The difference between hair thinning and hair shedding• How hormone changes can affect hair follicles• When supplements help — and when they’re a waste of money• What minoxidil can and can’t do• What to stop doing, start doing, and why it’s important to test before spending money on treatments This is a practical, no-panic guide to understanding and supporting your hair through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. 🎧 Follow MenoPositive for modern conversations on menopause, hormone health and ageing well.   Connect with Lisa Bird ·     Follow Lisa on Instagram ·     Learn more at Philip Kingsley   Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive ·      Follow MenoPositive on Instagram ·      Subscribe to our YouTube channel Sign up for news and updates

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A refreshingly positive and proactive approach to managing hormone shifts. If you’re looking for practical tips, expert advice and honest conversations, think of this as your personal pick ‘n’ mix for how to optimise your body. Although we can’t prevent menopause, we can redefine it. And that journey starts now!

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  • Creator
    MenoPositive
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © MenoPositive
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