Weight, There's More at Menopause

Lucy Jones
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Confused about menopause and weight? You're in the right place. Each week, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist specialising in fat loss at perimenopause and menopause - sits down with leading experts to cut through the noise and give you evidence-based information you can actually use.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Is menopause making you eat your feelings?

    If you find yourself eating more in the evenings or turning to food for comfort, it's not a lack of willpower - and it could be quietly driving the weight gain you can't seem to shift at menopause. In this episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - sits down with Registered Nutritionist Lucy Jade Webb to talk about why emotional eating shows up more at menopause, what's really driving it, and how it connects to weight. In this episode, you'll learn: What emotional eating actually is - and why it's more than "crying into a tub of ice cream"Why emotional eating often becomes more noticeable during the menopause transitionWhat drives emotional eating at this stage of life, including body image changes and not recognising your own body anymoreWhy food feels soothing, and what's really happening when you turn to food for comfortHow the shame around emotional eating drives more emotional eating - and more weight gainPractical, judgement-free ways to reduce emotional eating, and what to stop doing Whether you recognise yourself in this or you're supporting someone who does, this episode cuts through the noise with evidence based, compassionate advice you can actually use. About Lucy Jade Webb Lucy Jade Webb is a Registered Nutritionist and founder of The Female Cycle, where she helps women improve their health through evidence-based nutrition and a non-diet approach. Specialising in women's health, emotional eating and behaviour change, Lucy is passionate about helping women step away from restrictive food rules and build a healthier, more trusting relationship with food and their bodies. Connect with Lucy Jade Instagram: @thefemalecycle About your host Lucy Jones is an award-winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience and a first-class degree in nutrition, and has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There's More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.uk Website: www.lutrition.co.uk Instagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

    Is menopause making you eat your feelings?

  2. Sep 8

    The silent killer women aren't warned about at menopause

    Heart disease is a health risk most women don't even think about at menopause - but it's closely tied to the weight changes so many women struggle with during perimenopause and menopause. In this episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - sits down with Registered Nutritionist Georgia Spence to talk about why heart disease risk rises at menopause, what role weight gain plays, and what women can actually do to protect their heart. In this episode, you'll learn: What heart disease actually is, and the risk factors every woman needs to know during the menopause transitionThe different types of cholesterol - and why they're not all "bad"Why women's heart disease risk rises at menopause, and the link to weight gainWhether there are signs that your blood pressure or cholesterol are raised, and what tests to ask your GP forSimple, realistic habits to protect your heart during the menopause transition Whether you've been told your cholesterol or blood pressure is borderline, or you just want to understand your risk, this episode cuts through the noise with evidence based, practical advice you can actually use. About Georgia Spence Georgia Spence is a Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) specialising in women's health and persistent pain. She is passionate about helping individuals improve their health and wellbeing through practical, evidence-based nutrition advice that fits into real life. Alongside supporting clients in clinic, Georgia delivers education for healthcare professionals, workplaces and organisations, translating the latest nutrition research into clear, actionable guidance. Georgia is dedicated to cutting through nutrition myths and empowering women to make informed, sustainable choices that support both their long-term health and quality of life. Connect with Georgia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gspence_nutrition/ About your host Lucy Jones is an award-winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience and a first-class degree in nutrition, and has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There's More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.uk Website: www.lutrition.co.uk Instagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

    The silent killer women aren't warned about at menopause

  3. Sep 1

    Is your exercise routine actually working against fat loss at menopause?

    You don't need to move more to lose weight at perimenopause or menopause - you need to move differently. In this episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - sits down with Menopause Strength and Wellness Coach Janette Cardy to talk about the role exercise plays in weight loss during the menopause transition, and why it matters more than ever for your muscle, metabolism and long-term health. In this episode, you'll learn: Why movement becomes essential during the menopause transition, and what's changing in the bodyWhy muscle mass naturally declines at this life stage, and why more muscle makes losing and maintaining weight easierThe wider benefits of exercise beyond weight, including how it can help manage menopause symptomsThe most common barriers to exercise at midlife, and how to overcome themWhere to start if you haven't exercised in years, what to stop doing right now, and how to find movement you'll actually enjoy Whether you're trying to lose weight, hold onto muscle, or just want your exercise routine to finally work for your body at perimenopause or menopause, this episode cuts through the noise with evidence based, practical advice you can actually use. About Janette Cardy Janette Cardy is a speaker, coach, menopause wellness specialist and World and European medallist. She helps people build strength, resilience and confidence through exercise, mindset and sustainable lifestyle habits. After overcoming significant health challenges, including two strokes and Graves' Disease, Janette combines personal experience with decades of coaching expertise to inspire others to thrive through adversity. She is passionate about helping people perform at their best in sport, work and life, with a strong focus on midlife health and wellbeing. Connect with Janette Website: https://janettecardyfitness.co.uk Instagram: @janettecardyfitness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JanetteCardyFitness Active Menopause Life: https://www.activemenopauselife.com About your host Lucy Jones is an award-winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience and a first-class degree in nutrition, and has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There's More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.uk Website: www.lutrition.co.uk Instagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

    Is your exercise routine actually working against fat loss at menopause?

  4. Aug 24

    Does HRT make you gain weight?

    HRT gets blamed for weight gain constantly - but is it actually the cause? In this episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - sits down with GP and Menopause Specialist Doctor Katie Barber to separate fact from fear when it comes to HRT. In this episode, you'll learn: What HRT actually is and the symptoms it can help withThe truth about HRT and weight gainWhy so many women notice weight changes around the time they start HRTHow HRT can indirectly support weight management - through better sleep, mood, energy and hot flush reliefWho HRT is (and isn't) suitable for, and what to ask your GP or menopause specialist before startingThe biggest misconceptions about HRT, and what to know before you decide if it's right for you Whether you're considering HRT, currently taking it, or just want to understand the evidence, this episode cuts through the noise with evidence based, practical advice you can actually use. About Dr Katie Barber Dr Katie Barber has worked as a GP in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire since 2006. She works across the NHS and private sector as a GP, women's health and menopause specialist, and leads the Community Gynaecology Service (NHS) in Oxfordshire - a primary care women's health hub she launched in 2020 that has reduced waiting times and improved access to specialist menopause care. Katie holds the Advanced Certificate of Menopause Care from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare/British Menopause Society and is a registered British Menopause Society menopause specialist. In 2020 she launched Oxford Menopause, a private menopause and women's health service based in South Oxfordshire, which expanded in 2024 to include private GP services. Katie served on the British Menopause Society medical advisory council from 2022-25, contributing to national guidelines and education, and lectures widely across the public and private sector for the public, corporate organisations and healthcare professionals. Connect with Katie Website: www.oxfordmenopause.comInstagram: @oxford_menopauseFacebook: www.facebook.com/OxfordMenopause  About your host Lucy Jones is an award-winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience and a first-class degree in nutrition, and has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There's More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.ukWebsite: www.lutrition.co.ukInstagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

    Does HRT make you gain weight?

  5. Aug 24

    60-70% of women gain weight during the menopause transition with Doctor Corinne Fletcher

    60-70% of women gain weight during the menopause transition - so if your clothes don't fit the way they used to, you’re not alone. In this first episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - sits down with Menopause Specialist Doctor Corinne Fletcher to answer the question so many women are asking: why does weight gain happen at menopause, and what can you actually do about it? In this episode, you'll learn: What the menopause transition really is, and the difference between perimenopause and menopauseWhy common symptoms - including weight gain - happen during this stage of lifeThe link between hormonal changes and that "spare tyre" around the tummyHow insulin resistance and stress affect weight management at midlifeWhy the diet and exercise strategies that worked in your 20s and 30s stop working in your 40s, 50s and 60sWhere to start if you want to lose weight during perimenopause or menopause - and what to stop doing right now Whether you're in perimenopause, post-menopausal, or supporting someone who is, this episode cuts through the noise with evidence based, practical advice you can actually use. About Doctor Corrine Fletcher With a wealth of experience as a GP, Corinne has developed a profound interest in health and wellbeing, particularly women’s health, perimenopause, menopause, histamine intolerance MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome). Corinne’s expertise is derived from her extensive GP background, alongside specialised training acquired over the past two decades, spanning both NHS and private practice settings. Corinne is a British Menopause Society accredited menopause specialist with advanced certification in menopause care, and is the founder of Life GP, her own clinic. Connect with Corinne Website: https://www.life-gp.com Instagram: @meno_pause_doctor About your host Lucy Jones is an award winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience, and a first class degree in nutrition. She has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There’s More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.uk Website: www.lutrition.co.uk Instagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

    60-70% of women gain weight during the menopause transition with Doctor Corinne Fletcher

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    Pilot Episode: Welcome to Weight, There's More at Menopause

    Pilot Episode: Welcome to Weight, There's More at Menopause If nothing's shifting your unwanted perimenopausal or menopausal weight - and your clothes feel tighter than they used to - you're in the right place. In this pilot episode of Weight, There's More at Menopause, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist and founder of Lutrition - introduces the podcast and shares who she is, what she does, and why she's dedicated to cutting through the misinformation around weight gain at perimenopause and menopause. Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause, post-menopause, or just want to understand why what used to work for fat loss has stopped working, this episode is your welcome to a podcast built to support you through it. About your host Lucy Jones is an award winning Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with Harley Street experience, and a first class degree in nutrition. She has been providing support both online and in person since 2021. Lucy is the founder of Lutrition, her one-to-one clinic where she works with women through the hormonal journey of the menopause transition, supporting them to lose unwanted fat in a sustainable, non-restrictive way, helping them to view food as nourishment rather than something to be feared. Lucy is also the host of the podcast Weight, There's More at Menopause. Connect with Lucy Email: lucy@lutrition.co.ukWebsite: www.lutrition.co.ukInstagram: @lucy.nutritionn This podcast is for general information and education only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare professional before making any changes to your lifestyle or medication.

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Confused about menopause and weight? You're in the right place. Each week, host Lucy Jones - award-winning Registered Nutritionist specialising in fat loss at perimenopause and menopause - sits down with leading experts to cut through the noise and give you evidence-based information you can actually use.

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