More than 90% of postmenopausal women were never taught about the menopause. Today we change that, as Sophie Richards is joined by internationally renowned women’s health dietitian, Dr Linia Patel. In this episode, Linia explains the difference between perimenopause and menopause, how to identify the symptoms and the 4 key pillars to thrive in this transitional period.Plus, as perimenopausal women are the biggest users of GLP-1s, Linia investigates why the conversation needs to move on to weight management. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 How to thrive in perimenopause02:46 What inspired ‘Food for Menopause’?09:10 Difference between perimenopause and menopause15:40 Why knowing your normal is crucial to managing menopause19:40 Don’t crash out over your periods27:17 Is there anything you’re doing to trigger perimenopause?32:36 How do Women of Colour experience perimenopause differently?37:10 How to prepare for perimenopause in your early 30s 48:58 Is perimenopause a career killer?52:48 The truth behind taking HRT55:46 Does perimenopause mean you’re immediately infertile?57:20 Is weight loss medication a fix or a cheat for menopause? 70:23 How to make the key health pillars work for you74:02 What is one thing you need to know about perimenopause? Follow @liniapatelnutritionGet Linia’s books: Food for Menopause and Life After Weight-Loss MedicationGo to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first orderJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealthMenopause support links:Full list of menopause symptomsBlack women in menopause

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