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Joyful Menopause
When you think of menopause, 'joyful' might not be the first word that comes to mind. But no matter what you've heard, you deserve to thrive during this phase of life. On the Joyful Menopause podcast, Lynda Enright draws on her 25+ years of experience in women's health to share practical, science-based tips that you can customize to your body, lifestyle, and goals—because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to menopause. With her calming, supportive style and deep expertise, Lynda will help…
Episodes
- Joyful Menopause
Episode 37: You're Not Fighting Your Hormones. You're Training Your Brain.
Willpower lives in the part of your brain you lose access to under stress — which is why trying harder keeps failing. In this episode, Lynda Enright, MS, RDN…
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Episode 36: Why the Rules that Used to Work Stopped Working in Midlife
Eating the same. Exercising more. Gaining weight anyway. In this episode, Lynda Enright, MS, RDN, explains the eight chemicals that govern hunger, fullness…
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Episode 35: Why Your Brain Feels Different in Menopause
If your fuse got shorter somewhere in your forties, you're not imagining it. In this episode, Lynda Enright, MS, RDN, explains what actually happens to the…
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Episode 34: Is it perimenopause ... or something else?
Is it perimenopause or something else? 5 conditions every midlife woman should know about Host Lynda Enright explains that symptoms often blamed on…
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Episode 33: The Gut-Hormone Connection: What Every Woman in Menopause Needs to Know
Are you doing everything right - eating well, exercising, taking supplements - and still dealing with bloating, brain fog, stubborn weight, and exhaustion? The…
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Episode 32: The Metabolism Myth: What Nobody Told You About Weight, Blood Sugar, and Midlife Hormones
Why Weight Gain Feels Harder After 40: Hormones, Blood Sugar, and Midlife Metabolism Host Lynda Enright explains why women often gain belly weight and struggle…
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Episode 31: Is Cortisol Wrecking Your Hormones? The Stress-Menopause Connection Nobody Talks About
Belly weight that won't budge. Sleep that falls apart at 3am. Anxiety that came out of nowhere. Cravings you can't explain. Sound familiar? These aren't random…
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Episode 30: How Much Protein Women Need After 40 (and Why It Matters for Energy, Muscle, and Menopause)
When you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you to feel your best during perimenopause and menopause: 1. Want more science-backed health tips? Click here to…
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Episode 29: Why Am I Gaining Weight When I'm Barely Eating?
Why You Can Gain Weight in Menopause Even When You’re Barely Eating Host Lynda Enright explains why many women in perimenopause and menopause can gain weight…
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Episode 28: Nourishing Your Gut During Menopause: The Importance of Gentle Cooking
Nourishing Your Gut During Menopause: The Importance of Gentle Cooking In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into how simple, everyday…
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Episode 27: Why Knowing How to Cook Might Be the Most Underrated Hormone Therapy
When you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you to feel your best during perimenopause and menopause: 1. Want more science-backed health tips? Click here to…
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Episode 26: The Midlife Self-Care Plan You Need for the Holidays (And Every Tough Season)
When you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you to feel your best during perimenopause and menopause: 1. Want more science-backed health tips? Click here to…
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Episode 25: 5 Diet Strategies to Heal Your Gut and Balance Hormones During Menopause
In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright addresses common challenges faced by women during perimenopause and menopause, such as weight gain…
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Episode 24: The Truth About Detox & Menopause
You’ve probably heard the buzz about intermittent fasting—but is it really right for women in perimenopause and menopause? In this episode of Joyful Menopause…
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Episode 23: How the Gut-Brain Axis Impacts Menopause Sleep Problems, Anxiety, and Hot Flashes
Are you struggling with menopause sleep problems, brain fog symptoms, or stubborn weight gain—and wondering why nothing seems to work anymore? The missing…
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Episode 22: No More Cookie-Cutter Fixes: A Personalized Approach to Menopause Health & Weight Loss
Are you tired of wasting time and money on diets, supplements, or advice that never seem to work? In this episode of The Joyful Menopause Podcast, we’ll…
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Episode 21: How Estrogen Affects Weight Loss—And Why Fiber Is Your Secret Weapon
In this episode of The Joyful Menopause, functional nutritionist and menopause mentor Lynda Enright uncovers the surprising power of fiber—and why it's so much…
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Episode 20: Brain Fog, Weight Gain, and Menopause Insomnia? There’s a Better Way Forward
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just plain confused by all the conflicting menopause advice out there? One minute it’s “cut carbs,” the next it’s…
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Episode 19: Menopause Fatigue Explained: How Estrogen, Cortisol, and Blood Sugar Hijack Your Energy
Feeling tired all the time, even after a full night’s sleep? Struggling with brain fog, hot flashes at night, or that wired-but-exhausted feeling? You’re not…
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Episode 18: What’s Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms — From Brain Fog to Weight Gain (And 5 Natural Fixes
Struggling with menopause sleep problems, brain fog in perimenopause, or weight that won’t budge no matter what you try? You’re not alone—and it’s not just…
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Episode 17: How to lose weight during menopause: the sleep connection
Why You Can’t Lose Weight During Menopause—Until You Fix This One Thing Are you eating well, exercising... and still gaining weight during menopause? You’re…
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Episode 16: Is There an Anxiety and Menopause Diet? Here’s What the Science Says
Are you navigating menopause and struggling with anxiety? You’re not alone—and your diet could be playing a bigger role than you think. In this episode, we…
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Episode 15: Hormone Imbalance Symptoms in Women: What They Mean and How to Feel Like Yourself Again
Understanding Progesterone: Your Secret Weapon for a Joyful Menopause In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses the often-overlooked…
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Episode 14: Is Menopause Messing with Your Mind? Let’s Clear the Brain Fog
Click the link to get my free cookbook and 4 week menu plan and grocery lists – https://www.bewellconsulting.com/opt-in-anti-inflammatory-eating-cookbook…
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Episode 13: Healthy Bones: How to build bone density through menopause
Bone and Muscle Health During Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know Welcome to today's episode, where we’re diving into a topic that doesn’t get nearly…
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Episode 12: Is estrogen imbalance wrecking your sleep, mood, and metabolism? Here's what to do
Understanding Estrogen Imbalance: Balancing Hormones for Better Health In this episode of Joyful Menopause, Lynda Enright explores the critical role of…
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Episode 11: 3 Reasons why menopause weight loss diets fail and what works instead
Join Lynda Enright, a seasoned expert with 25 years of experience helping women thrive in midlife, as she reveals why traditional diets often fail during…
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Episode 10: Can Weight Loss Medications Really Help? 3 Women's Stories
Navigating Weight Loss with GLP-1 Medications: Success Stories and Essential Tips In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses GLP-1…
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Episode 9: Fasting and Hormones: The Truth About Intermittent Fasting During Menopause
Intermittent Fasting During Menopause: Benefits, Challenges, and Practical Tips In this episode of 'Joyful Menopause,' host Lynda Enright explores the nuances…
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Episode 8: ecoding Hot Flashes: The Stress Connection and Solutions That Work
In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright, a functional nutritionist, discusses hot flashes and their connection to stress during perimenopause…
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Episode 7: The Secret Detox: Supporting Estrogen Metabolism to Improve Your Menopause Symptoms
Estrogen Metabolism: Key to Thriving During Menopause In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into estrogen metabolism and its…
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Episode 6: Clear Your Mind: Top Tips for Beating Menopause Brain Fog
Navigating Brain Fog During Perimenopause and Menopause In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into the topic of brain fog, a common…
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Episode 5: Can’t Lose Belly Fat During Menopause? Your Gut May Be the Problem
In this episode nutritionist Lynda Enright, explores the lesser-known connection between gut health and stubborn weight gain during (peri)menopause. Lynda…
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Episode 4: How Ultra-Processed Foods Hijack Your Mood During Perimenopause
In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host and functional nutritionist Lynda Enright discusses the negative effects of ultra processed foods (UPFs) on mood…
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Episode 3: How to sleep better during menopause: Top foods to add and avoid
In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses how sleep disruptions are common for women in midlife, often due to menopause. She explores…
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Episode 2: Perfectionism: How it can increase your menopause symptoms
When you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you to feel your best during perimenopause and menopause: 1. Want more science-backed health tips? Click here to…
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Episode 1: The surprising connection between blood sugar and hot flashes
The Surprising Connection Between Blood Sugar and Menopause Symptoms Ever wondered why your hot flashes are worse? Could it be blood sugar? Delve into this…