Happy Hormones Podcast

Happy Hormones Podcast

This podcast is for you if you're looking to feel your best, at any age. Whether you're pre, peri or post menopause, you may be struggling with symptoms that can result in you feeling like you've lost control of how you look, feel, think and perform. Your host is Nicki Williams, award-winning nutritionist, author, speaker and a leading expert in women’s health and hormones. She is the founder of Happy Hormones for Life, helping women of all ages to rebalance their hormones, reclaim their health and feel better than ever. In this podcast, enjoy a mix of Quick Tip episodes with practical solutions, alongside interviews with experts on a variety of health topics. She is the author of; 'It’s not you, it’s your hormones; The essential guide for women over 40 to fight fat, fatigue and hormone havoc' - Learn More And her new book ‘Life After Menopause; Embrace your next chapter with a healthy body and mind’ is out now! - Learn More Website; www.happyhormonesforlife.com LinkedIn; https://uk.linkedin.com/in/williamsnicki FB/Instagram; @happyhormonesforlife

Episodes

June 27, 2025 35 mins
Relationship breakdowns can feel especially overwhelming in midlife, just as life is shifting in so many other ways. And it can really affect your health.

So I caught up with Sara Davison, also known as The Divorce Coach, about why this stage of life often brings relationship challenges to the surface, and how to move through it with strength and clarity.

🌟 In this conversation, we explore:
  • Why relationship struggles are so commo...
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Tired of diets that leave you hungry, stressed, or obsessing over every bite? This week, I"m speaking with weight loss expert Joe Hoye about why so many women—especially in midlife—have struggled with dieting for decades, and how it's shaped their relationship with food.

From early Weight Watchers points to fearing carbs, we talk about how diet culture gets embedded young and why it’s time to rethink it all. This episode is full of ...
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Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are rapidly rising in popularity—not just among those managing type 2 diabetes, but also among people seeking significant weight loss. Once intended purely for blood sugar control, these weekly injections have now become a go-to solution for weight management, with some reports suggesting that 1 in 10 women in the UK are currently using them.

But are they the game-changer they're claime...
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We’re all aware of the physical benefits of being in and around water, especially cold water (I write about it in my book Life After Menopause). 

But in today’s interview, we explore its profound impact on emotional wellbeing too.

After experiencing immense pain and deep grief, Emma Simpson found herself feeling lost, disconnected, and adrift. Drawn instinctively to the water, she discovered more than just a cold embrace—she found st...
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Why do so many of us battle with body criticism, and what’s really driving those triggers? Is it society’s impossible standards? Childhood experiences? Or could it be something deeper—like our emotional relationship with food and self-worth?

These questions hit close to home for countless women, but the answers aren’t always clear. To shed light on these often-overlooked struggles, I invited Amber Romaniuk, an emotional eating, dige...
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Stella Duffy is an existential psychotherapist, award-winning writer, actor, director, a campaigner for equality and diversity, and recently completed a PHD in the embodied experience of post menopause. She herself has been postmenopausal for 30 odd years following chemotherapy as a younger woman.

In this chat, we get into the deep-rooted cultural stories around menopause and ageing, including Stella’s mission to change the negativi...
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When we think about ageing well, we usually focus on eating right, staying active, and keeping up good habits. But what we don’t always consider is how much our emotional health affects our physical health and therefore how well we age.

The truth is, in today’s fast-paced world, we have become increasingly disconnected from each other, from nature and from ourselves. This disconnect touches every aspect of our lives, affecting how w...
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So many women, at every stage of life, struggle with an unhealthy relationship with food. Whether it’s emotional eating, binge eating, bulimia, or restrictive eating patterns, these issues are often deeply complex and influenced by a mix of factors.

That’s why I was thrilled to chat with the incredible Marcelle Rose, a specialist in disordered eating and emotional wellbeing. Marcelle empowers women to break free from the cycle of fo...
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Whether you’re a long-time vegan or just dipping your toes into Veganuary, this interview is for you!

Rachel Boon is a Naturopath, Medical Herbalist, and 25-year vegan – as well as one of the healthiest and most energetic people I know! With 20 years in clinical practice, Rachel brings both educated insights and real-life wisdom to the table.

We dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of navigating menopause on a vegan diet...
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We’re living longer than ever before, but for many women, the years post menopause are filled with unanswered questions and unexpected challenges.

How do we manage new and lingering symptoms? How do we protect our bones, muscles, and brain health? How do we hold on to our energy, joy, and sense of self in a world that often overlooks us?

The truth is, this stage of life is a huge opportunity. With the right tools and mindset, it can ...
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After beginning his career as a paramedic, Josh Dech quickly became disillusioned with what he saw as “sick care,” observing that many patients were getting worse instead of better. This led him to shift paths into personal training, where he helped clients like Lynne, a 59-year-old who, after intensive work on her health, went from taking 26 medications daily to breaking records in powerlifting.

Inspired by this success, Josh dove ...
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We all know by now what foods to be focussing on for our health and hormones (you should do if you've been in my community for long enough!).

Obviously we're all unique so there will be differences for each of us in terms of what works best for our bodies. But when I was researching for my new book 'Life After Menopause', the science is pretty clear on certain foods that are particularly helpful for healthy ageing and longevity.

Whil...
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Did you know that one of the strongest indicators of how long you’ll live is how strong you are? Yep, strength training can help with that. 

I’ve got Claire and James Davis, aka the brains behind 32 Degrees North and @midlifementors, joining me in this week’s podcast episode, and we’re diving into the real benefits of weight training. We’re talking physical, mental, and even emotional perks that most people don’t know about. Plus, w...
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One of the hardest things to deal with as you get older is changes in your skin health.

Oestrogen is our 'youth hormone' so as we go through menopause, declining levels can mean more wrinkles, less elasticity and more pigmentation or ‘age spots.’

These hormone changes plus the accumulation of years of sun exposure, pollution, toxins, stress and other factors can all show up in how our skin looks and feels.

Issues may be ‘managed’ by t...
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This week, I'm chatting to Sarah Murrell. You may have seen her story in newspapers and magazines. If not, do listen to this week's video or podcast.

Sarah shares her amazing story of how her sister's cancer diagnosis inspired her to create a unique natural facial oil to help her recover (it went on to receive critical acclaim, earning a legion of fans and five-star reviews, celebrity endorsements and winning numerous awards!).

We ch...
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Ever felt a knot in your stomach when stressed about work, home, or relationships? Or maybe you notice your mood plummets after skipping or overindulging in a meal.

That's your gut-brain axis at work! This complex network linking your gut and brain impacts not only your digestion and mood; it's also a crucial player in hormone regulation, potentially easing
menopausal symptoms like hot flushes and sleep disturbances.

By nurturing this...
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Juggling career demands, family responsibilities, and personal well-being can feel like an impossible balancing act, especially for women dealing with perimenopause.

I’ve been there myself, and it can be exhausting. Sooner or later, something's got to give. That’s why I was thrilled to chat with Tamu Thomas, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author of the epic book, "Women Who Work Too Much.”

Tamu shared her journey from being o...
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Summer is finally here, and for many of us, that means it's time for a well-deserved break.

Whether you're jetting off to a sunny destination or enjoying a staycation, we all look forward to these moments to relax, recharge, and escape the daily grind.

But how often does your much-anticipated time off live up to expectations? If you're anything like me, holiday stress can sneak in and disrupt your plans for rejuvenation.

In this quick...
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Think it’s too late in midlife to find happiness, reinvent yourself, and create something truly fulfilling? Allow this week’s guest to change your mind!

Join me for my chat with Suzy Walker, former editor-in-chief of Psychologies Magazine and now writer and freelance journalist for The Daily Telegraph, Metro, and The Guardian. On the eve of her 50th birthday, she changed her surname, beginning a wild adventure of personal transforma...
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If you’re interested in your health, you’ll know that meditation is good for us. It’s long been known to increase feelings of calm, happiness and peace, as well as improve our focus and creativity.

What I didn’t know was that the mind-body connection is so much stronger than we think. If you practice meditation to foster more positive thoughts and feelings, it can actually change your genetic expression to make you more healthy!

My l...
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