Chaos to Calm

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As a woman over 40, you’re in the busiest phase of your life and probably starting to wonder WTH hormones?! Maybe you’ve figured out that these changing hormones are messing with your mood, metabolism and energy. You want to know, is it perimenopause and will it stay like this (or get worse)? Host Sarah the Perimenopause Naturopath helps you understand that this chaos doesn’t have to be your new normal, while teaching you how to master it in a healthy, sustainable and permanent way. Explore topics: like hormones, biochemistry and physiology (promise it won’t be boring!), along with what to do with food as medicine, nutrition, lifestyle and stress management. All interspersed with inspiring conversations with guests who share their insights and tips on how to live your best life in your 40s and beyond. You can make it to menopause without it ruining your life or relationships! Subscribe to Chaos to Calm on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you listen to podcasts to make sure you don’t miss an episode! New episodes released every second Sunday

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Phytoestrogens: Your Secret Weapon Against Perimenopause Symptoms

May 25 2024 34 mins

Could phytoestrogens be your secret weapon against perimenopause symptoms?While quick fixes and magic bullets are myths when it comes to managing your health; phytoestrogens stand out as a powerful tool that might just make the difference in your battle against hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause.In this episode of Chaos to Calm, we dive deep into the realm of functional foo

Quick Fixes and Magic Bullets: Debunking Perimenopause Health Fads

May 18 2024 34 mins

Perimenopause health fads: what works and what’s just hype?When I’m walking down the aisles of my local health food store or super chemist (pharmacy), it’s impossible not to feel overwhelmed by the bottles and boxes claiming to "fix" your perimenopause symptoms that bombard me. From hot flush, insomnia and energy cures to miracles via the latest super supp collagen — it’s

Why 'Normal' Isn't Good Enough for Your Health Anymore

May 11 2024 23 mins

Feeling off but your blood tests are 'normal' or ‘fine’? If you’ve ever wondered why you’re feeling ‘blergh’, but your blood tests come back ‘normal’ or ‘fine’, you're not alone there, it’s a common complaint I hear from most of the women I talk to and work with. In this episode, I’m going to teach you why normal isn't always optimal for your health, and wha

Why You’re Always Bloated in Perimenopause

May 04 2024 26 mins

You've just finished a meal, and before you know it, your stomach feels like it's ready to burst. Many women over 40 experience this not-so-pleasant, not often talked about, side effect of perimenopause, often leaving them feeling uncomfortable and confused about why it is happening. The list of foods that you think are causing the bloating gets longer and longer. Is it just food,

Headaches and migraines in perimenopause, how to get relief naturally

Apr 27 2024 27 mins

Ever wondered why you’re getting (more) migraines or headaches in perimenopause? Perhaps your headache remedies just don't cut it anymore and you’re feeling resigned to putting up with them, or taking paracetamol every day until you hit menopause.This week, I’m sharing how you can put a stop to the migraines and headaches, during perimenopause.Dive in to discover:• What exa

When exhaustion isn't just too little sleep: could it be burnout?

Apr 20 2024 25 mins

Feeling overwhelmed and perpetually tired isn't just a part of perimenopause or getting older. If you’ve been hustling and hurrying from dawn to well past dusk for as long as you can remember, then perhaps you need to think about burnout.In this episode, we’re talking through the phenomenon of burnout as it specifically relates to perimenopause. Here's how tuning in may change

Is Cortisol the Reason Your Fave Jeans Don't Fit Anymore?

Apr 13 2024 33 mins

Ready to break the cravings cycle and get back into your favourite jeans with confidence? Dive into this episode to arm yourself with knowledge and strategies to manage cortisol effectively. Remember, understanding what’s happening, what’s driving how you’re feeling, is the first step towards being able to change how you’re feeling, and the symptoms that you’re experienci

Why You Don’t Tolerate Meat Anymore

Apr 06 2024 29 mins

Are you noticing meat isn't sitting well with you anymore? Perhaps you’re feeling bloated or nauseous after eating it. In this episode, we look into the reasons behind new meat (and other food) intolerances that many women encounter as they navigate perimenopause. If you've been baffled by bloating, discomfort, or a sudden distaste for red meat, you're in the right place.Why List

Sweet Relief: How to Enjoy Chocolate Without the Sugar Crash

Mar 23 2024 19 mins

Join us as we unwrap the sweet dilemma you may be facing during Easter (or premenstrually!) The dark and desirable, smooth and delectable chocolate.If you're navigating the rollercoaster of perimenopause hormone fluctuations, you may find yourself caught in the chocolate cravings cycle more often than you did with your regular monthly cycle! If that's you, or even if it's not, but

From pain to power: Rowena Jayne's path to healing with Neuro-emotional technique

Mar 16 2024 68 mins

Many of us struggle with anxiety and shame, feeling stuck in a cycle that seems impossible to break. In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of self-love and self-discovery with Rowena Jayne. Rowena is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, Yoga Instructor, best-selling author, retreat & women’s circle facilitator, and Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) practitioner. She ha