Joyful Menopause

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 “eat more fat.” Some say walk, others say strength train, and don’t even get us started on the supplement overload.

In this episode of The Joyful Menopause podcast, we’re cutting through the noise. You’ll learn:

✔️ Why menopause feels so much harder than anyone talks about
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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 alone-and you’re not imagining it.

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, we dive into the real reasons behind the exhaustion so many women feel during perimenopause and menopause. From unstable blood sugar and cortisol imbalances to poor sleep and hormone shifts, we uncover what...

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 aging. In this episode, functional nutritionist Lynda Enright breaks down the real reasons behind common perimenopause symptoms and shares 5 natural solutions to help you feel like yourself again.

✨ You’ll learn:

• How hormone shifts affect sleep, mood, and metabolism
• The link be...

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 not alone—and the problem might not be your food choices. In this episode, I reveal the hidden connection between menopause sleep problems, hormonal changes, and stubborn weight gain—and what to do about it.

✨ You’ll learn:
 ✅ Why perimenopause and menopause insomnia make wei...

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 explore the powerful connection between nutrition, anxiety, and menopause. You'll learn how specific foods and simple lifestyle habits can help ease anxious feelings—without relying on supplements or medication.

We dive into what the anxiety and menopause diet might loo...

Understanding Progesterone: Your Secret Weapon for a Joyful Menopause

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses the often-overlooked hormone progesterone, which plays a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms. 

Using the story of a woman named Sue, Lynda illustrates the common struggles women face during perimenopause and menopause, such as mood swings, sleep issues, and exhaustion. 

The episode covers the ...

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Combating Brain Fog in Menopause: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into the common issue of brain fog during perimenopause and menopause. 

She explains how hormonal changes, particularly fluctuations in estrogen, progest...

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 enough attention: bone and muscle health during perimenopause and menopause. Did you know that bone loss can accelerate during menopause due to declining estrogen levels? And that your muscle health plays a vital role in preventing fractures and maintaining strength as you ...

Understanding Estrogen Imbalance: Balancing Hormones for Better Health

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, Lynda Enright explores the critical role of estrogen in women's health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. She explains how imbalances in estrogen levels can affect weight, sleep, mood, and overall energy. Lynda provides practical, science-based tips for restoring hormonal balance through diet, lifestyle cha...

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 menopause and perimenopause. 

Learn about the three main reasons why cutting calories and fad diets are counterproductive for weight loss and health in midlife. Discover practical, science-based strategies to balance your hormones, stabilize blood sugar, and boost metabolism by foc...

Navigating Weight Loss with GLP-1 Medications: Success Stories and Essential Tips

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses GLP-1 weight loss medications, focusing on their benefits and potential side effects.

 Emphasizing the importance of sustainable lifestyle changes, Lynda shares the journeys of three women who used these medications: Sarah, Emily, and Mia. 

Each story highlights the necessity of combining ...

Intermittent Fasting During Menopause: Benefits, Challenges, and Practical Tips

In this episode of 'Joyful Menopause,' host Lynda Enright explores the nuances of intermittent fasting for women undergoing perimenopause and menopause. The discussion covers how hormonal changes during this stage of life interact with intermittent fasting, potential benefits like improved metabolic health and reduced inflammation, and challeng...

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright, a functional nutritionist, discusses hot flashes and their connection to stress during perimenopause and menopause. 

She explains the physiological mechanisms behind hot flashes, focusing on the role of estrogen and the body's stress response. Lynda offers practical, science-based advice on reducing hot flashes, emphasizing the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet and ...

Estrogen Metabolism: Key to Thriving During Menopause

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into estrogen metabolism and its significant impact on menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and weight gain. Lynda emphasizes the importance of diet, lifestyle, environmental factors, genetics, and gut health in managing estrogen effectively. She shares six science-backed strategies, including eating c...

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 issue during perimenopause and menopause. She explains the hormonal changes that lead to brain fog, particularly the role of estrogen and blood sugar in brain health. Lynda provides practical advice on how to manage brain fog with balanced meals, regular exercise, hydration, and...

In this episode nutritionist Lynda Enright, explores the lesser-known connection between gut health and stubborn weight gain during (peri)menopause. Lynda discusses how factors like chronic inflammation, disrupted insulin sensitivity, and elevated cortisol levels can impede weight loss efforts, especially around the abdomen. 

She provides actionable strategies such as incorporating anti-inflammatory foods, boosting fiber i...

In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host and functional nutritionist Lynda Enright discusses the negative effects of ultra processed foods (UPFs) on mood, particularly for women in their perimenopause years. Lynda explains how UPFs contribute to chronic inflammation, disrupt the gut-brain axis, and affect dopamine cycles. She shares practical advice and simple food swaps to help improve mood and overall health, illustrated by the ...

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 the impact of diet on sleep quality, focusing on foods rich in magnesium, tryptophan, and those that regulate blood sugar. Lynda also shares dietary and lifestyle tips to improve sleep, such as avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and refined carbs. 

The episode conc...

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