Chaos to Calm Sarah McLachlan

Are fats really the enemy, or have we been misled all these years? It’s time to explore what is the truth behind the myth and discover how healthy fats can actually help you lose weight and feel better.If you’re still battling the repercussions of growing up in the low-fat craze years of the 80s and 90s, this episode is a game-changer! Join me as we put the myth that fats make you fat to bed. We’ll discuss the essential role healthy fats play in your body, even how they can help you lose...

Are your changing hormones wreaking havoc on your gut? Or is an imbalance in your gut microbiome wreaking havoc on your hormones?! In this episode of Chaos to Calm, we dive into the fascinating world of your gut microbiome and estrobolome. Understanding these can be a game-changer for your hormone balance, mood, and overall well-being during perimenopause.Why you need to listen:Decode the gut-hormone connection: Learn why bowel changes around your period are more than just a coincidence and w...

Could phytoestrogens be your secret weapon against perimenopause symptoms?While quick fixes and magic bullets are myths when it comes to managing your health; phytoestrogens stand out as a powerful tool that might just make the difference in your battle against hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause.In this episode of Chaos to Calm, we dive deep into the realm of functional foods:Understand phytoestrogens: Discover how these natural compounds gently modulate your hormones, offering relief...

Perimenopause health fads: what works and what’s just hype?When I’m walking down the aisles of my local health food store or super chemist (pharmacy), it’s impossible not to feel overwhelmed by the bottles and boxes claiming to "fix" your perimenopause symptoms that bombard me. From hot flush, insomnia and energy cures to miracles via the latest super supp collagen — it’s so hard to resist these products with the promise of a quick fix to whatever it is that ails you. “A pill for every ill” B...

Feeling off but your blood tests are 'normal' or ‘fine’? If you’ve ever wondered why you’re feeling ‘blergh’, but your blood tests come back ‘normal’ or ‘fine’, you're not alone there, it’s a common complaint I hear from most of the women I talk to and work with. In this episode, I’m going to teach you why normal isn't always optimal for your health, and what to use instead:Understand the difference between normal and optimal: Learn what "normal" lab ranges really mean and why they ...

You've just finished a meal, and before you know it, your stomach feels like it's ready to burst. Many women over 40 experience this not-so-pleasant, not often talked about, side effect of perimenopause, often leaving them feeling uncomfortable and confused about why it is happening. The list of foods that you think are causing the bloating gets longer and longer. Is it just food, or could it be something else? In this episode you’ll learn:The Role of Hormones: Learn how shifts in y...