Happy Hormones Podcast
Episodes
#71 Why Anxiety Is So Common Around Menopause & Natural Ways To Feel Better
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not only has it been a hugely anxious time (at the time of writing this we are still in lockdown in the UK), but as women we are more susceptible to a...
#70 Top 10 Menopause Supplements That Can Be Good Alternatives To HRT
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As well as eating hormone balancing foods (including phytoestrogens), and taking some essential supplements like a multi and Vitamin D, these are some...
#69 Why it's vital to increase diversity in the menopause discussion - with Karen Arthur
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Arthur is an ex-teacher, now Fashion Creative, who makes bespoke clothing for women as well as teaching them to use their sewing machines. And l...
#68 Weight Loss Resistance; Why Your Best Efforts May Be Failing
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss resistance is something you're going to know about if you're struggling to shift the pounds.You're doing everything right, but just lookin...
#67 Issue 6 of the Happy Hormones Magazine; Karen Arthur, Dawn Breslin and much more!
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited to be publishing the very latest issue of the Happy Hormones Magazine! Here's a quick summary of what's inside;* Karen Arthur is our co...
#66 Has Your Sex Drive Gone AWOL? Top Tips To Boost Low Libido
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sensitive topic this week. I'm talking about low sex drive and libido especially after 40.It's something we don't often discuss, but so many women exp...
#65 Nutrition for Menopause; Forget Perfection, Find Balance - with Nicola Moore
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nicola Moore is a nutritionist and female health expert (and one of my lecturers at Nutrition college!).It was great to catch up with her and talk abo...
#64 What is CBD Oil And What Can It Help With - Dr Elisabeth Philipps
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Elisabeth Philipps is a clinical neuroscientist and functional medicine practitioner, specializing in phytocannabinoids. I caught up with her to f...
#63 What is 'NEAT' and why it can help boost your metabolism
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know that exercise is crucial to overall health and wellbeing, as well as a vital piece of any weight loss protocol (although not as vital as your ...
#62 How To Make Sure Your Vegan Diet Is Healthy
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether your reasons for being vegan are ethical, environmental or health related, eating more plant based foods is a no-brainer. But I do worry that ...
#61 Is Counting Calories The Best Way To Lose Weight?
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
At this time of year you may be tempted by the many weight loss or slimming programmes that are being marketed to us constantly.Many of them are STILL...
#60 Client Story; How Katie Got Her Health Back and Launched Her Own Business
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Walton came to us last year in need of help. She wasn't sleeping, she had brain fog, anxiety, low mood and fatigue. She also had joint pains and...
#59 How To Have A Healthy Christmas (within reason!)
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's a time to relax and reward yourself (especially after this year!), so is it even possible to have a healthy Christmas?Your hormones can take a ba...
#58 It’s Time To Break The Taboo About Vaginal Dryness and Painful Sex
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week I'm addressing one of the most common (and yet least spoken about) symptoms of menopause; vaginal dryness.Jane Lewis suffered so badly from ...
#57 Why Snacking Is Not So Good For You After All
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why snacking is not so good for you after all!We’ve been told for years that eating 'little and often' is a good way to eat – to boost your metabo...
#56 The Magic of Magnesium; How To Make Sure You're Getting The Benefits
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're over 40, stressed or tired (I"m going to guess that's most of us!), then I'm going to suggest that magnesium could be your new best friend.I...
#55 How To Choose The Best Foods For Hormone Balance
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We know food has a huge impact on our hormones. And that there is no 'one size fits all' diet. But there are some key nutrients your main Feisty 4 hor...
#54 How To Avoid Burnout And Find Harmony - with Dawn Breslin
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With the world seeming a little crazy right now, endless juggling and responsibilities, it can be easy to burnout.Through her work as TV and radio pre...
#53 How to Balance Cortisol Levels With More Self Care
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2020 has certainly been a year to test our cortisol levels. With all the chaos, uncertainty and emotions this year has brought us, stress and mental h...
#52 Which Herbal Remedies for Menopause are worth trying
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re looking for an alternative to HRT, then you may want to explore herbal remedies for menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, ...
#51 Osteoporosis; Causes, Risk Factors & Natural Approaches
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The stats for osteoporosis are scary – worldwide 1 in 3 women over 50 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture (1 in 5 for men). Over 60% of fractures ...
#50 Menopause; what you need to know (and aren't often told)
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There is a LOT of information out there now (thankfully!) about menopause. The internet is a great tool, believe me I’m grateful for it to share my ...
#49 Why gut health and stool tests can be the key to optimal health - with Louise Joyce
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How much do we know about our gut? Louise Joyce, Director at Invivo Healthcare knows a LOT! She heads up the lab that we use to get stool tests done f...
#48 16 Of The Most Nutritious Superfoods
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The 'superfoods' market has exploded these last few years. Completely unheard of, some of these products are now household names!Some of them are litt...
#47 Are You Deficient In These Vital Vitamins And Minerals?
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just as we need air and water, we all know that our bodies need vitamins and minerals to function properly. They are the essential micronutrients your...
#46 Why These Organic Foods Are Worth Investing In
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Organic foods are often more expensive. If you're health conscious, it can be a tricky choice. Is it worth spending the extra money?If you're worried ...
#45 Migraines; Common Triggers and Natural Approaches
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you suffer from migraines, you don't need to be told how debilitating they are. More common in women, there are many underlying factors behind migr...
#44 Why MUTU System is one of the best exercise programmes for women - with Wendy Powell
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, I’m chatting to Wendy Powell. I’ve known Wendy since I first heard her speak on stage about her ground breaking programme ...
#43 Issue 5 of the Happy Hormones magazine; Jenny Eclair, Janey Lee Grace & much more!
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I'm highlighting what's in Issue 5 of the Happy Hormones magazine, including;* Comedian and author Jenny Eclair talking about her hil...
#42 Why you need to focus on your Blood Sugar if you want to feel good
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us know that if you can balance your blood sugar you’re going to be healthier.But how does that work? And what's it got to do with your horm...
#41 Recommended Books That Will Educate and Entertain
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for hormone related books that are educational but also easy to read and super practical, then I've got 4 brilliant recommendations ...
#40 Working Better With The Menopause with Karen Skidmore
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Skidmore is a business coach and author, teaching business owners about True Profit, combining being-ness and doing-ness so you can play a bigge...
#39 The Best Supplements For Women Over 40
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a woman over 40, it's likely that you're going to need to supplement your diet with a few key nutrients (for reasons I explain in the video!...
#38 5 Top Tips On How To Sleep Better, with Dr Nerina
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nerina Ramlakhan is a neuroscientist, physiologist and 3 times best selling author and expert on sleep.In our chat, she is very open about her own ...
#37 How to improve joint pain as you get older
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you creaking and cracking?You may be one of the estimated 7/10 women over 35 that suffer from joint pain!There are many physical causes of joint p...
#36 Why Healthy Fats Are So Good For Your Hormones (and Your Waistline!)
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Eating fat has been demonised for decades, but science shows that healthy fats are essential for every cell in the body, and especially for your hormo...
#35 How to ditch the booze and enjoy an alcohol free lifestyle - with Janey Lee Grace
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you stopped drinking alcohol? Or thought about going alcohol free? Well Janey Lee Grace went ahead and ditched the booze two and a half years ago...
#34 Six Surprising Health Benefits Of Mindful Eating (And How To Get Started)
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you eat mindfully, or do you bolt your food down without much thought? While we have been so focused on WHAT we are eating, we have rarely question...
#33 Gut Health And Your Hormones; 11 Ways to Improve Your Digestion
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When I started studying hormones back in the day, I didn’t think I’d also have to talk about poo!But working with women's hormones week in week ou...
#32 Are You Shining Offline? How to Improve Your Digital Wellbeing.
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel a constant pull to your smart phone or tablet to check on emails or messages, or you're constantly distracted by your emails or notificati...
#31 Do you have an under-active Thyroid?
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know if your thyroid is working well? There are many of us with undiagnosed thyroid issues, whether it's auto-immune related or we're just sub...
#30 How To Use Soft Power to Create Impact Without Burnout - With Joanna Martin
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Martin is an inspirational force for women everywhere! Here she explains why she started her community of grassroots women leaders. The One of ...
#29 What is Gluten And Should You Be Avoiding It?
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone seems to be gluten free these days. But is gluten all bad? How do we know it might be a problem and should we be avoiding it completely? In C...
#28 What's The Best Exercise For Your Hormones?
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Exercise is vital for hormone balance, as it has been shown to reduce stress levels and also improve your insulin function.But there are a lot of myth...
#27 Could Vitamin D Supplements Help In The Fight Against COVID-19?
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamin D supplementation has been shown to help with other viruses such as the flu, so while we wait for more evidence on this Covid 19 virus, why do...
#26 How To Stop Eating & Drinking Your Way Through Lockdown
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you eating and drinking your way through this lockdown?While we might be jumping around with Joe Wicks or doing online yoga classes, most of us ar...
#25 Client Story - How Celine Went From 'On The Floor' To Feeling Back In Control
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m chatting with one of our clients Celine Hooper, who signed up for our hormone testing package last year.She happily agreed to tell us her ...
#24 The Cortisol Connection - How to Stop Stress Messing With Your Hormones & Immune System
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cortisol is our main stress hormone, and it's a life-saver when we're in danger. However it can also have a hugely negative impact on the rest of our ...
#23 Are You Oestrogen Dominant? How To Rebalance Naturally.
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you oestrogen dominant?Many women, even if they are menopausal, are experiencing an imbalance in the ratio of oestrogen and progesterone, which ca...
#22 How to Boost Your Immune System
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your immune system is crazy busy on a daily basis protecting you against microbes and toxins!It needs a whole array of nutrients to be able to do that...
#21 Are You Feeling TATT? 5 Tips to Boost Your Energy
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling TATT (tired all the time), it could be due to many different reasons, including lack of sleep, stress, hormone imbalance, menopause,...
#20 Are you struggling with your sleep? Get my top 10 Sleeping Tips
14 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you sleeping well?Sleep can be very elusive during peri-menopause and beyond, or if you're particularly stressed.It's so important to try and get ...
#19 Endometriosis; Natural Solutions That Can Really Help
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Endometriosis is a condition that is way more common that we are led to believe. There are an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age that are tho...
#18 Two Menopause Supplements That Are Credible HRT Alternatives
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to find supplements to help with menopause symptoms that you can trust and that are effective. For many women who don't want to or can't tak...
#17 The Hormone Clash; menopause and adolescence - Interview with Cai Graham
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m chatting with parenting expert and author Cai Graham. Cai has extensive experience with working with both parents and children, especiall...
#16 Happy Hormones Client Story - Interview with Marion Davis
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m chatting with one of our clients Marion Davis, who signed up for our testing and 30 day online course last year. She happily ...
#15 PMS - natural solutions to end the monthly misery
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Roughly half of women still menstruating will suffer some kind of PMS symptoms during their cycle, including mood issues, bloating, cravings, fatigue ...
#14 Which are more healthy? Juices or Smoothies?
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You have probably been advised to drink fresh fruit juices and smoothies. But which of the two is better for you? In this episode, I set out the adva...
#13 Why period problems are NOT normal - Interview with Nicole Jardim
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Nicole talks about why and how she became known as the Period Girl, and she dispells a few of the myths about the menstrual cycle, ...
#12 Brussel Sprouts are not just for Christmas!
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We love (or hate) them at Christmas but we should be eating them all year round, or at least their cruciferous friends.Did you know that cruciferous v...
#11 Stress and Menopause
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I've spoken to many women going through menopause or peri-menopause, and nearly all of them report increased stress in their lives. Stress comes from ...
#10 My top 10 Menopause Myths
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I speak with women over 40 every day, and despite so much more talk about the menopause, I’m STILL seeing a lot of mis-information out there which c...
#9 Vitamin D - why you need to supplement and what to take with it
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you supplementing with Vitamin D? If not, and you live in the UK (or Northern Hemisphere), you SHOULD BE!We don't get enough sunlight to make Vita...
#8 From Brit Pop icon to Menopause champion; Interview with Meg Matthews
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm chatting to the 90’s brit pop celebrity Meg Matthews (might know her as Noel gallaghers’ ex wife). I realised during our chat...
#7 Hormone Testing - could it be the missing link for you?
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What do you know about hormone testing? In this episode I cover why we run hormone tests, and what you can find out from them to get you better result...
#6 Happy Hormone Code Step 4 Move - Exercising right for your hormones
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Step 4 of the Happy Hormone Code is MOVE. This is where we are making sure we are moving and exercising to support our hormones, but getting the right...
#5 Happy Hormone Code Step 3 Cleanse - Avoiding toxic chemicals
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Step 3 of the Happy Hormone Code is CLEANSE. Did you know that we are surrounded by chemicals that can disrupt our hormones? We can't all wear gas mas...
#4 Happy Hormone Code Step 2 Rest and Stress Management
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Step 2 of the Happy Hormone Code is REST. It’s no good being on the best diet in the world if you’re over-stressed and cortisol is raging!Cortisol...
#3 Happy Hormone Code Step 1 Eat - what foods best support your hormones
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's really important to be looking after your hormones, especially as you get older. In this episode and the next 3, I'll be covering my 4 step Happy...
#2 Meet your Feisty 4 hormones
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know about your Feisty 4 Hormones? These 4 hormones are generally in control of how you look, feel, think and perform!They are;1. Cortisol - yo...
#1 My Story; Why I Started Geeking Out On Hormones!
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I'm an award-winning nutritionist, author, speaker and women’s health expert. Things weren’t always this way though……Far from it! I wa...