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In part 2 we continue with the subject Mindfulness in the Menopause with special guest Ruth Rosselson, a mindfulness instructor.  

Not only is Ruth back, we also have an audience who experience a live 15 min meditation that Ruth has kindly put together and you too can join in!  What an incredible way to finish season 2. 

 There is also the food side, wouldn’t be menopause dinners without this.  Today my meal is Turkey burgers which are incredible and I am sure you will love them!  Full of nutrients, which are great fo...

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As season 2 comes to a close on, the final subject is all about how mindfulness can help you in menopause.  I am joined by Ruth Rosselson a mindfulness instructor who has created a mindfulness menopause course with Manchester Mind.  Ruth guides me through the course, the reasons behind it, how it helps and the outcomes most participants reach.  I too joined the course for one session and I reveal my feedback during the podcast.

In part 2 I chat more with Ruth, an audience is present with some questions and there is als...

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Part 2 of ADHD in the Menopause you will hear the same guests returning but on this episode, we discuss all things from meditation, supplementation, dietary advice to medication and other things that have helped like chess!

It wouldn’t be menopause dinners without the food and today’s recipe has ingredients that work well for ADHD, you can see in full via the you tube channel, link below!

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In today’s episode I am joined by two ladies that both have ADHD.  One diagnosed pre menopause and the other during.  If you don’t already know, ADHD is becoming more recognised with women during the menopause.  This is due to the change of hormonal balance which as been masking their symptoms for many years.  Today you will hear all about Julia and Nicky’s journeys and how they manage not only ADHD but Fibromyalgia and of course their menopause thrown on top of that too!

Come back for Part 2 where lots...

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In part two I am rejoined by Imogen, a Health Coach that focuses on Perimenopause.  In today's episode we discuss all things from lifestyle, cravings, having phone free time, food and much more.  

I also have the wonderful Carol and Julia back with me and they have got some questions for Imogen! 

It wouldn't be menopause dinners without food, today our guest Imogen has kindly supplied the recipe of breakfast granola which I have made.  It gets scored and you can see the full recipe on our you tube chan...

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In part one I am joined by Health Coach Imogen who works with ladies during their peri menopause. In this episode we are discussing all things from lifestyle to menopause belly, blood sugars and sleep. The effect they have and how to function with good foods and great lifestyle habits. Come back for part 2 which is released on Thursday where we keep chatting, audience questions, some tips and of course it wouldn't be menopause dinners without the food! 

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Part 2 has arrived!  The conversation continues with Amanda Connolly  who has over 25 years experience in HR and also a career coach.   We are talking all things from workplace rights to changing your career during midlife.   You will learn all about work culture and what your company should have in place, what law is changing this year and also some tips to help. 

Today is question time from an audience member and the wonderful Carol makes a return to ask all things work place related during the Menopause.  

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Today I am joined by the incredible Amanda Connolly who has over 25 years experience in HR and also a career coach.   We are talking all things from workplace rights to changing your career during midlife.   You will learn all about work culture and what your company should have in place, what law is changing this year and also some tips to help. 

We also cover why some women change jobs during midlife, is it due to Menopause?  Are they fed up with their current job or is it something else.  All will...

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In Part 2 Personal Trainer Paula returns, this time we talk about all things from menopause belly, types of exercise, our own experiences and as you will hear lots of laughter.  I hope there may be one thing you can learn from our chats, although they are very informal, we aim to get a good variety of information out there for you!

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In today's episode I chat with Personal Trainer and friend Paula.  Together we discuss how important exercise is in general but more so during your menopause. How social media can be useful but again can be triggering for some women trying to create an appearance that may just be out of reach for some.   Through our experiences of exercise and from my own in clinic we chat freely and hope you find this conversation worth while too.

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In today's episode we carry on with things that get on our nerves.  This episode has some education regarding tinnitus and how things like neck issues can aggravate the noises you receive.  As an acupuncturist I discuss all things Chinese Medicine, CBT for misophonia problems and dietary advice. 

It wouldn't be menopause dinners without the food!  Today's is kidney bean brownies which you can find on You tube and make them for yourself!  

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During the menopause have you ever noticed how many things get on your nerves?  In this honest discussion, Carol, myself and new lady Maria chat about all things that really get us going!  Anything from eating noises to people being rude and then we digress to conditions like tinnitus.  During the menopause tissues surrounding the ear change, due to lack of oestrogen and generally this is why noise sensitivity happens.  Misophonia is a condition where noises are very heightened, causing some panic attacks when hearing these particular sounds.  In menopause this is very commo...

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In today's podcast I continue to chat with Nutritionist Caroline Hill all things menopause and post menopause.  If you are a regular follower you will know that as part of menopause dinners I like to make food for our panel which benefits us during the menopause.  This time Caroline provided a recipe, both myself and the ladies made it , we discuss and score!  

There are questions from our regular menopause ladies asking Caroline all things from diabetes to weigh loss jabs and much more!  If you would like to contact Caroline dire...

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In today's podcast I chat with Nutritionist Caroline Hill who is a menopause dietitian.   Focusing on menopause and post menopause we discuss how women can navigate through theses stages with simple nutritional information enabling them to make right choices to help their symptoms.  Covering the famous menopause belly, mood issues, how to have a healthy relationship with food and many other nutritional facts.

Thursdays episode is a continuation but with a difference, it wouldn't be menopause dinners without a meal!!  Come back and join us in part two where the usual men...

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In part 2 Nicky, Julia & Kirsti come back and chat to each other about similarities within their fibromyalgia.  Discussing, what they have tried to help with their symptoms, what's worked, what hasn't, including supplementation, medication and alternative medicine. 

Wouldn't be menopause dinners without the food.  In this episode I have made healthy carrot cake, recipe can be found on You Tube channel, so you can try for yourself!

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Fibromyalgia is a chronic Fatigue condition that affects both Women & Men.  Symptoms can be anything from debilitating pain in the body, tiredness (fatigue), brain fog, general unwell feeling and more.  Imagine having this and your menopause at the same time!  That's exactly what we are here to discuss today.  I am joined by 3 incredible women that are going through this right now and in today's episode you will hear their stories.  

In part 2, released on Thursday the ladies continue chatting, this time to each other about similarities and also what they have...

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In today's episode the ladies dissect Pete's podcast.  This is done for a few reasons.  Firstly its very important as women that we understand what a guy also goes through in the menopause alongside their partner.   We all know that when you are actually in your own journey, sometimes you tend to forget about everyone else alongside you.  Coping with your symptoms takes up a lot of space and therefore the partners can get sidetracked.  Kirsti is actually Pete’s wife and from her side of the story she listens to what he says an...

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In part one of men & the menopause  I am joined with Pete who’s spouse is in peri menopause.   We all know that women struggle with their symptoms but what happens when you have a man in your life, living with you and your menopause!  Do they understand it, how do they cope with your mood swings, night sweats and everything else in between?  You are going to find out!   

When I finished part one, Carol and Kirsti listened to it and then we recorded part two which is a reflection on what...

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We are back!  Season 2 has officially started!  This time there are lots of changes.  The podcasts are not only in person at Redbridge but to engage more with other females we are  also online and on the road!  Travelling to all areas of the UK to discuss all things menopause!

This season is longer, more guests, more facts, food and of course more laughs!

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In part 2 we continue to talk about Kerri's journey.  This time the first subject is Monjaro, weight loss injection, and how Kerri used it to aid her reconstruction surgery from breast cancer.

One of the many problems that Kerri has with her medical menopause is weight gain.  We discuss what causes this within the menopause, what to look out for with external factors which can cause the menopause belly. You will find some useful tips and facts from research and also Sara's knowledge of working in women's health. 

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Medical menopause is a subject that many don't know about.  Either from hormonal medication, hysterectomies or in this case cancer can cause your body to go into full menopause.

I am joined today by an amazing lady called Kerri.  She kindly talks through her own journey from having breast cancer, her body developing ME and of course all those menopause symptoms added on top!!  

With also a small audience surrounding me whilst talking, I also have Carole making an appearance today. 

This podcast has a slight difference, Kerr...

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In part 2 both myself and Carole continue to chat about anxiety but this time with a slight difference.  As usual in part 2 we have education, facts, tips (of what we either have tried or heard about), of course the food side, wouldn't be menopause dinners without it!  However, today's episode we have the audience contribution with questions regarding both vertigo and fibromyalgia which can be very challenging therefore contributing to anxiety.  

Today's meal went down a treat; you can view the recipe on U tube where you can see me making and...

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Today I am joined by Carole and together we have a real chat on how anxiety has affected us both through our menopause journey.  We navigate through paralyzing anxiety, losing patience with family from the anxiety, panic attacks from allergic reactions.  If you also suffer with any form of anxiety, you will find this podcast useful in the way of understanding how common it can be during your menopause.  We hope this helps you. 

In part 2 which is released on Thursday are audience participate with some questions for both me and Caro...

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In part 2,  we continue to chat about night sweats & hot flushes but with a slight difference.  Education as to why these symptoms arise, what our guests have tried, what works, what doesn't.  Last but not least it wouldn't be Menopause Dinners without the food part.  Today's meal had mixed reactions!  You can view the recipe on U tube where you can see me making and showing the full ingredient's and benefits.  

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Today I am joined by 3 women:  Carole, Kirsti & Keira and we are discussing the most common symptom of the menopause:  hot flushes & night sweats. 

For some women having either of these can not only be life changing, whether waking up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat or going into a meeting and having a hot flush!

Today's panel range between all stages of the menopause and some as you will hear have it worse than others!

In part 2 which is released on Thursday there are...

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In part 2, we continue to chat regarding issues of the Vagina, including cystitis, dryness and change of shape.  This time with a slight difference there is more information on education as to why things change within the genital area and also what we both have tried to help, what has worked & what hasn't. 

Of course it wouldn't be Menopause Dinners without the food part.  Todays meal was chosen for its protein contents which you will learn helps muscle function and also mucus membrane's. You can view the recipe on U tube whe...

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Today's episode is on Vaginal Health, mainly focusing on things like Cystitis,  dryness & change of shape.  This is a taboo subject to talk about, most women find this quite difficult and therefore do not know if their symptoms are normal or not.  With this in mind I would like to mention that my guest is 72 years old but even though she is not in the thick of her menopause, she still has some great advice regarding all of the three focuses for today.  

Along side myself we talk about our own expe...

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In this follow up episode to Part one, guests, Paula, Kirsti & Keira continue to discuss their Brain Fog issues and particularly what has help them along the way. 

Information on HRT, herbs and techniques to help is mentioned.  And it wouldn't be menopause dinners without some food!

Kidney Bean burgers are eaten, marked out of ten and then the benefits of the ingredients is explained in more depth.  You can see the recipe being created on Menopause Dinners U tube channel, (available from tomorrow) please see link below.  Who know...

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Today's episode I have 3 guests,  Kirsti, Paula & Keira discussing Brain Fog.  Together we have 3 stages from Peri, Menopause and Post, a great combination of brain fog issues along the way.

Brain fog is a very common part of the Menopause so its no wonder we forget things.  In this conversation, topics of misplacing keys, forgetting words, schedules and clothing are mentioned! Talking about this in a group makes you feel a bit more normal, especially when you forget simple things like 9 minus 3!

Part 2 is scheduled for this Thursday where mor...

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In Part 2 of Menopause & Mood Swings I am re joined by both Paula & Keira where we continue to discuss but this time with a difference!

In today's episode we will be enjoying a meal that has made by myself which will benefit the menopause, especially for mood swings!  The guests will then score the meal and give feedback.  You can see the recipe being created on Menopause Dinners U tube channel, please see link below.  Who knows maybe you would like to make it too!

We also discuss techniques tha...

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In this episode I am joined by guests Paula & Keira.  Together we have a mixture of both peri and post menopause stages with myself included.  

Mood Swings can be horrible with the erratic ups and downs. People around you don't know how to handle your moods.  It can also get you into lots of trouble like road rage or even going to the dentist!  These stories will make you laugh but you may also identify with the rage of intensity which sometimes they can be very challenging.  

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Menopause Dinners was created two years ago. In this Introduction you will hear why its taken this long to produce! 

The format of this podcast is mentioned showing the big difference between other podcasts and introducing the support group/audience whilst recording the podcast. 

If you would to join me on the podcast or even be in the audience with other likeminded women then you can get in touch via any of the below platforms. 

Email - ⁠⁠⁠⁠menopausedinners@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

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