
Moving Through Menopause
Moving Through Menopause is a health podcast hosted by Phillipa Butler, a menopause physiotherapist, aimed at helping women navigate the many symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Each episode explores how movement, exercise and lifestyle changes can address the more than 34 symptoms associated with this stage of life. Phillipa shares practical tips, tricks and personal stories, blending natural approaches with conventional Western medicine. The show is designed to empower women to take charge of their health and make midlife a positive, energising chapter.
Episodes

Solo Travel for Women Over 40: How to Travel Safely & Confidently in Midlife
Thinking about solo travel after 40 but worried about safety, confidence or cost? In this episode of Moving Through Menopause, Phillipa Butler talks with travel coach Maria Kamau, who has explored 90+ countries and now helps women over 40 stop waiting and start travelling.We talk about solo female travel, staying safe, travelling on a budget, choosing the right travel companion, staying physically

At-Home Hormone Testing Reveals What's Actually Driving You Crazy
If you are a woman 40-plus wondering:✔️ Why can't I sleep anymore?✔️ Why do I feel anxious or overwhelmed for no obvious reason?✔️ Could my hormones really be causing all this trouble?📘 FREE GIFT: Download my 5-Day Mini Course for Women Who Want to Stay Strong, Supple and Independent, without punishing workouts HEREIn this episode of Moving Through Menopause, I'm joined by Dr Marina Pavl

Reinvent your Style over 50 with Nicky Hambleton-Jones
Are you over 50, Post-Menopause and feeling stuck in a style rut? Maybe your wardrobe is overflowing, but nothing feels right anymore… Help is at hand! You can reinvent Your Style After 50 with Nicky Hambleton-Jones' 12-week Programme - Bolder, Not Older!I sat down with celebrated stylist, TV presenter, and author Nicky Hambleton-Jones to uncover her TOP TIPS to help Women over 50 boost their

A Daily Exercise Routine SAVED MY LIFE
Tom Swales SURVIVED Invasive Strep. A, only because he was FIT AS A FIDDLE. Are you waiting for a reason to rethink your health and fitness? If you want my advice, don't wait for a NEAR-DEATH experience to make time for fitness. If you're a woman over 40 navigating the emotional and physical challenges of menopause, this could be the perfect time to re-evaluate and prioritise your Health a

5 Essential Tips Every WOMAN Needs to Master MENOPAUSE
Stop beating yourself up and Master Menopause with our Guide to Emerge Happier and Healthier than ever before. It's your time to shine, but living a life you love, filled with meaning and purpose takes PLANNING. Please don't leave it to chance and listen up for our Top Tips to thrive and find your greatness Post Menopause. Get Your FREE GIFT - Download your Moving Through Menopause Guide: https://

Why Building MUSCLE is the key to Losing Belly Fat
Don't waste your time on random workouts and fad diets; DO THIS instead to burn belly fat at perimenopause.Discover how weight training and eating Protein are essential for boosting your basal metabolic rate and losing fat at perimenopause. Get Your FREE GIFT - Download your Moving Through Menopause Guide: https://precizion.co.uk/menopause-for-beginners/Learn how to build and maintain muscle m

Say GOODBYE To Menopause IBS Symptoms Forever
Forget FAD DIETS and FIX IBS with Psychotherapy. Are you struggling with embarrassing and painful symptoms like bloating and 'wind'? You are NOT ALONE! But did you know that around 2/3 of IBS sufferers are Female, and lots of Women are being diagnosed with IBS for the first time Post menopause!In this episode of 'Moving Through Menopause,' I welcome Tina Wright, a cognitive behavio

The TRUTH You NEED to Know about HRT
The Truth is HRT is SAFE to use for Menopause Relief and the benefits outweigh the risks. HRT can help rebuild bone, reduce the risk of Alzheimer's, heart disease, and colon cancer, and alleviate menopause symptoms like hot flushes. Nothing works like giving back what the body is missing.
In this episode of Moving Through Menopause, Phillipa is joined by Dr. Malaika Woods, a Certified OBGYN

Dancing is MEDICINE for MENOPAUSE
Popping Pills? or Busting Moves! In this video discover the secret to staying young during Menopause and beyond... It's Dancing to show tunes!
You have a winning combination when you combine uplifting songs from shows with movement. Boost your energy, lift your mood, and rediscover your spark during menopause.
In this episode, Phillipa chats with Danella Mercati, founder of Chi Chi Fit—a m

Menopause Weight Gain? It's NOT your Metabolism!
Is menopause weight gain inevitable? Think again!
In this episode of Moving Through Menopause, I’m joined by Tasmanian-based TEDx speaker Josh Wood to debunk the myths surrounding menopause weight gain.
Josh shares expert insights into why resistance training, proper nutrition, and simple lifestyle changes are the key to maintaining muscle mass, boosting metabolism, and achieving long-term h

Fixing Fertility and Perimenopause - What's the connection?
Fixing Fertility and Perimenopause
In this episode, fertility specialist and reproductive health educator Gabriela Rosa joins your host Phillipa Butler to share the key steps to fix fertility and optimise your hormonal health at Perimenopause.
Gabriela shares how she overcame polycystic ovarian syndrome diagnosis and how that experience sparked her passion for helping others with hormonal challen

Moving through Menopause - The Podcast
Menopause; is it a cause for celebration or a catastrophe?
Did you know there are 34 known symptoms of menopause? I didn't! I created this podcast to share knowledge to support and empower all women to be the master of our own destinies as we navigate the menopause transition together.
Join me and my generous guests as we chat about all the things we can do to help ourselves. All the things I wi

7 Steps to Take Control of your Health at Menopause
In this episode of 'Moving Through Menopause,' I welcome Dr Mike Van Thielen to share his 7 steps to take control of your health at menopause and beyond.
Introducing Dr. Mike Van Thielen
Dr. Mike Van Thielen, PH.D. Holistic Nutrition, Physician, Bestselling Author, TEDx Speaker and World Record Holder for Swimming has taught his clients optimal health practices for anti-ageing, regenerative medic

Brain fog, forgetting stuff and fatigue? it could be Menopause!
In this episode of Moving Through Menopause, I am joined by Natalie McKenzie, a Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist and Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer.
Did you know that hormonal fluctuations can impact the brain and cognition (thinking)? Challenges like brain fog, memory issues and fatigue can be a direct result of decreasing oestrogen levels. But what can you do to help?
Natalie s

Fix Menopause Hair Loss with Dr Alan Bauman
In this episode, Dr Alan Bauman, a World-leading hair restoration specialist, shares his top tips to help us maintain healthy hair during menopause and beyond.
With over 34, 000 patients treated in his South Florida Practice, he knows his stuff. We chat all about the common causes of hair thinning during menopause, and the surprising effect of weight loss drugs like Ozempic on hair.
We can'

Biohacking for Menopause
In this episode, I am joined by Leslie Kenny. (Founder of Oxford Healthspan and the Oxford Longevity Project.) Leslie took biohacking to new levels when she reversed her diagnosis of Rheumatoid arthritis and 'lupus'.
Lesley was determined to heal herself and now she shares her account of the self-experimentation that eventually led to her recovery.
Autoimmune conditions like Rheumatoid

Eat right to Stay Strong
Eating right to stay strong means we must combine appropriate training with good nutrition. This means understanding the role of macronutrients like protein, carbohydrates and fats, and the movements that help us build muscle.
In this Podcast Episode, I chatted with Nikkiey Stott, Certified Personal Trainer, Champion bodybuilder, and the founder of Warrior Babe. She shares her top tips to feel s

Chronic stress and hormones: Finding Balance
In this episode of 'Moving Through Menopause', I chat to Dr. Sara Poldmae, a practitioner of acupuncture, Chinese, and functional medicine who has been in the field for over 25 years.
We discuss the benefits of combining ancient holistic approaches with modern Western medicine to help women in midlife, focusing on issues like sleep disorders, hormonal imbalances, and stress management.
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Menopause and Anxiety: Cultivating Calm
In this podcast episode, I learn more about anxiety management during menopause with anxiety warrior Heather Lillico.
Heather shares her own experiences of anxiety and how she found holistic solutions to feel calm. We highlight the importance of diet, meditation, and yoga as a three-pillar approach to shift the mindset and manage anxiety.
Heather is busy building a community and offering suppor

Master Menopause; ditch the diet and build muscle!
Say goodbye to restrictive diets and hello to strong, sculpted muscles! In this episode, we'll show you how to master menopause with effective workouts and nutrition tips. Break free from fad diets and feel confident and healthy in your body during this life stage. Watch now to learn more!
join me and Joe Hoye, the founder of Hoye Fit as we take a deep dive into Menopause, Muscle and Metaboli

Navigating Perimenopause with Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Approach to Menopause and Maintaining Vibrant Health
In this enriching discussion, I learn about the world of Ayurveda medicine and its applications with Dr. Shivani Gupta, an expert in the field.
Dr. Shivani shares her health journey which led her to study Ayurveda formally.
Having uncovered the amazing power of Turmeric she was inspired to take a deeper dive and her Ph.D. studies foc

Top Tips to Beat the Winter Blues
Say goodbye to the winter blues with our tips for food, movement and mindfulness! Whether you're dealing with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or just feeling sluggish during the colder months. Our tips will help boost your mood and your energy levels.
Me and my guest, Alison Bladh; a registered nutritional therapist, share our top tips to beat the winter blues:
Try 'Haaa' Breathin

Holistic Care for Menopause
Want to wave goodbye to Menopause symptoms? Hot flashes, mood swings, and more?
It's time to bid farewell to troublesome menopause symptoms and discover the holistic solutions that can transform your experience. PRESS PLAY NOW!
Join me and my guest Amita Sharma. Amita is co-founder of NourishDoc, a holistic wellness platform focused on empowering women through the peri-menopausal years and beyo

A Menu for Menopause
"The Menopause Menu" with Susan Baumgaertel MD
Introduction:
For this podcast episode, Dr Susan Baumgaertel and I celebrated the launch of her new book, "The Menopause Menu." She described it as an experiential guide to Menopause that weaves scientific knowledge, complementary approaches, and delicious recipes to help women navigate the complexities of menopause. Our conversat

Pilates, Yoga, Menopause and Me
Pilates, Yoga, Menopause and Me
Introduction:
Movement is in my DNA, and for as long as I can remember I have used lifestyle medicine to optimise health and wellness for myself and my family. As I encountered the challenges presented by menopause my Physiotherapy expertise and my passion for all things movement-related proved priceless. Pilates, Yoga, and natural medicine were all central to me ma

Menopause and HRT - You Decide
Join me and Dr Daved Rosensweet M.D. the founder of The Menopause Method, an organisation dedicated to teaching medical professionals how to treat women in menopause with bio-identical hormones.
He is a pioneer of organic-based hormones and a frequent national lecturer. Dr. Rosensweet was the Principal Investigator for a scientific study of female hormones sponsored by Metametrix Clinical Labora

The 5 Essentials of Weight Mastery
Join me and Dr Jessie Hehmeyer; Physician and MSc. Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine as we take on the 5 Essentials of Weight Loss Mastery!
➡️ What is the Most Common Barrier you can Remove Today?
➡️ How you can discover your Vision Of Vitality and Why It’s Important
➡️ The Lessons You Can Only Learn from Yourself.
and much more!
Thanks to my guest Dr Jessie Hehmeyer
http://www.wellempower

Get Smart when it comes to Self Help!
Women’s health is big business! And Menopause is a
burgeoning market. There is a growing trend and a marketplace filled with products, apps and technology (aka Femtech) offering solutions for women’s health.
However, the accuracy and transparency in product claims and
reviews are crucial considerations for consumers when making informed decisions about their health. So where do we begin when co

Get Motivated to Move More for Menopause
Join me and Ultra Marathon runner and Health Coach Nikki Chamberlain as we break down the barriers to Exercise Motivation.
With our tips and hacks, we help you discover more ways to find the motivation to make movement materialise every day. #pilates #yoga #runner #menopausesupport #movement
Movement is Medicine
If moving more is on your list of things to do you can Join me Online 5 days a week

Menopause: Does it Ever End?
Navigating the Menopause Maze: The Long Game
Menopause?! The word alone can evoke a mix of emotions ranging from curiosity to trepidation. It's a phase of life that's often shrouded in mystery, misunderstood, and occasionally whispered about in hushed tones. But fear not, because in this Podcast, we're diving headfirst into the complex world of menopause
Menopause does it ever end?
In

Build muscle at any age with KAATSU
Build Muscle at and age with KAATSU
Blood flow restriction can be used as a treatment to improve muscle strength or skin tone, increase joint range of motion, and decrease pain levels at any age. Sound too good to be true? It's NOT. Join me and Steven Munatones, CEO and Co-founder of KAATSU to get the lowdown!
The CEO and Co-founder of KAATSU, Steven Muñatones had the goal of launching KAATSU

How can Yoga help Menopause Symptoms?
Lifestyle medicine is powerful stuff and Yoga offers a great set of tools to manage the menopausal challenges of body and mind! Join Physiotherapist, Pilates and Yoga teacher Phillipa Butler and her guest Yoga teacher Kathy White as we present the case for Yoga at any time of life but especially in middle life.
Joint aches and pains could be a symptom of menopause which may come as a surprise. Th

Cancer and Menopause
Dr. Susan Baumgaertel is a Physician with many years of experience treating Patients and inevitably those who have cancer. She has enjoyed many years serving on the Board of Directors of Cancer Lifeline, a non-profit organisation in the United States. She is currently the President of the Board.
This episode we are chatting about the common cancers that menopausal women may be more at risk for and

Healthy feet not top of your list? Think again!
This episode I am taking the opportunity to chat with my Podiatrist, Jennifer Blackburn State Registered Podiatrist as she performs some routine foot care on my feet. But that is not all she gets up to in her clinic and she has a passion for feet and biomechanics (or body mechanics) as do I.
She is of the opinion that healthy feet are crucial to our overall health and wellbeing. And I'm a conv

Pain and Menopause; Is it a case of Mind over matter?
Many factors contribute to our individual pain experience including physical, sensory and behavioural factors. Also our sociocultural, cognitive, and spiritual beliefs.
But what about Menopause? Why is pain more common as we approach and traverse this time?
Could our our fluctuating hormonal levels have a part to play? In short the answer is YES!
Join me and members of the menopause collective

Age like a Renegade!
Menopause is so much more than the cessation of a menstrual cycle. It's just the beginning!
Join me, Lisa Kiebzak: a Licensed Massage Therapist and PT, and her partner Adrienne Kramer a Physical Therapist and North American Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner (NCMP).
Together, they are on a mission to educate women and share all they know about our bodies as we age post-menop

Trauma and Menopause; What's the connection
Join me as I chat with Melody Murray; Licensed Therapist and author of the book "Mourning The Living - When the loved one you've lost is still alive".
We chat about how trauma and adverse childhood events affect us as adults and how they can impact our hormonal journey to Menopause.
Trauma can lead us to experience negative thought patterns, disrupted sleep, disproportionate behavioura

Boost your mood with Members of the Menopause Collective
Feel better Fast!
Feeling ‘tip top’ all the time is not normal, let's be honest. Most of us will experience fluctuations in our mood on a daily basis. Think of the emotions like a ladder, there will be events throughout our day, week, or month that might cause us to take a step down or up. We cannot expect to always be perching at the top. The trick is to be able to spot when we are riding a

Eat and cook your way back to health with Brownies for Breakfast!?!
Lynne is living proof that you can cook and eat, your way out of type 2 diabetes. Lynne was diagnosed with gestational diabetes with her first pregnancy and was told that Type 2 diabetes could be in her future. Sure enough In her 40's It did.
About 50% of women with gestational diabetes go on to develop type 2 diabetes, but there are steps you can take to prevent it. Her latest best-selling

Love the body you are in!
Join me and Nina Manolson as we unpick ways to build a sustainable, caring connection with your body. Would you love to feel relaxed around food & at home in your body. I would! Be your own Valentine this year and give yourself the gift of Body Love.
Did you know Movement is a great way to nurture your body and especially mindful movement approaches like Pilates and Yoga; my Speciality!&

Crack the Code to beat Stress and Anxiety
Join Phillipa Butler Movement Specialist and Dr. Annie White author of The Calm Code to discover her step-by-step method to rewire the mind and dramatically lower stress and anxiety. Grab some actionable tips you can use right away. Discover why the typical tips to lower stress don't work and what to do instead.
Dr. Annie has developed a revolutionary step-by-step method to dramatically lower

Are you a Sugar Addict? We have the Answer!
This episode I am chatting with Sue Thomas, the Sugar Free Coach. We explore the practical daily steps that you can take to gradually improve long term wellbeing and break the cycle of sugar consumption.
Get ready for some Top Tips to beat sugar cravings get a restful night's sleep, have greater mental clarity, be more productive and feel more confident in your clothes every single day! 

Menopause Skincare Special
Join me and Alison Bladh a Nutritional Therapist (BANT) and aesthetician as we chat all things skin care. Discover how nutrition, lifestyle and positive mindset can change your life and your skin!. You can feel and look amazing in midlife; I dare you!!!
Alison's Top Tips Include:
1. Grab yourself a day cream with SPF30+, a rich night cream, treat yourself to moisturising face masks an

Lacking in Energy? TOP TIPS to help you feel better FAST!
The episode I am talking all things energy with June Tranmer TCM Acupuncturist and Claire Ottewell Aromatherapist.
If you would like to know more about energy and Meridians, Movement as Medicine and learn more food, herbs and essential oils to support you listen on.... Winter is a time for hibernating but our fast paced modern lives can make this difficult. Why is it when we have time off or

Fitness Matters More as we Age! Need inspiration? Listen on...
Father, Coach, Legend. My dad Chris Butler, self taught Athletics Coach to Olympic 400M runner David Grindley. Conditioning Coach for the Wigan Rugby League Team circa 1996; a prizewinning season to end all seasons. Humble, self effacing and still at it now a 'young' 76!!
Fitness matters more as we age and the gains are harder to get. But don't let that get in the way of trying! Enjoy some ho

Escape the Blood Sugar Roller Coaster
This episode I am chatting with Shirley Ward, Registered Nutritionist and Coach. We are tackling the perils of sugar and its detrimental effects on the body and the mind.
If the hormonal fluctuations of Menopause have you craving sugar, pause before you reach for the biscuit tin. The refined sugar found in processed foods is not our friend and you can exercise your right to choose a healthie

Solve any Problem, Achieve Any Goal? No time like the Present!
This episode I am chatting with Tracy Pleschourt.
Tracy Pleschourt, the Founder of Self-Made U helps men and women create Self-Made wealth and wellness through life coaching.
Tracy teaches the skills necessary to manage your mind and overcome any obstacle, including overeating, over drinking, time management, career & relationship changes. A student of her own work she has stopped overea

Menopause and Palpitations: A Cause for Concern?
If your heart is beating 'ten to the dozen' or 'missing a beat' every now and again it could be just another symptom of the menopause. All three of us in this episode have experienced this unpleasant and sometimes worrying symptom for ourselves and since many menopause symptom checklists include palpitations (e.g. rapid, irregular, and/or exaggerated heartbeats) this should not come as a surprise.

The Menopause Collective Talk Premature Menopause
In this episode me and members of the menopause collective uncover the physical and emotional ramifications of an early Menopause.
Is your body letting you down? Is the overburdened medical system equipped to deal with women equitably and effectively. Are you falling victim to the postcode lottery for healthcare? I do hope not! But if you are there is a solution listen on as we do our utmost

Menopause; Making a diagnosis
Join me and members of the Menopause Collective as we discuss the diagnosis of Menopause. How do we diagnose Menopause, is there a right way? We tackle testing; when is it appropriate? What about when I have a diagnosis of Menopause, then what?
Symptoms are our body's was of communicating and we can get better at hearing those messages. Sometimes we need additional support and to take action

Make Heath a Habit with Intermittent Fasting and Movement Snacks
Join me and my special guest Dr. T. Dalton Combs; neuroscientist and author.
In this episode we will unpick the causes and consequences of human behaviour. We talk all about how we can all hack healthy habits and live better lives.
I'm all ears as we talk movement snacks and Intermittent fasting. Movement and nutrition are the most important pillars of health (in my opinion) and contribute t

Menopause: No more going it Alone!
Women are toughing it out, coping alone and putting up with 'stuff' more than ever around Menopause. Checkout this conversation as the Menopause Collective piece the puzzle together and discover how to strike a balance between coping and taking action to help ourselves.
Enjoy our chat and let me know if you have any comments or suggestions for future topics of conversation.
Host: Phillipa B

Talking Periods: A Beginning, Middle and End
The episode I am talking with Fiona Catchpowle the founder of Talking Periods. Why are we talking about periods when Peri-menopause ushers in the end of the monthly cycle? Menopause sits on the reproductive continuum that begins with Puberty and menstruation and ends with Menopause.
Fiona asks "... why don't we talk about menopause? Is it because we don't talk about menstruation? and so she

Menopause and Relationships
Menopause and Relationships
How can we sustain healthy relationships as we traverse Menopause? Abba said it the best “Knowing me, knowing you, Ah haa”
Join me and members of the Menopause Collective as we gather to bash out this tricky topic and uncover tips to make all our Menopause experiences better.
Try this:
Get to know yourself better,
Learn to express your needs ,
Be accountable when things

Menopause: Feeling like a broken record?
Checkout this great conversation as I chat with Dr Susan Baumgaertel and hypnotherapist Jacquie Whur. Join us as we explore how to get what we need to deal with the challenges tossed at us by Menopause.
Do we need to have shared experiences to understand the challenges and frustrations that other people face?
Is it really important that others understand what is happening to us?
How can we b

Acupuncture and TCM for Menopause; Can it Help? You bet ya it can!
Checkout this great conversation with Kath Berry BHSc, MSc, an acupuncture educator with over 25 years of clinical experience and co-author of an upcoming (18th October 2022) JCM publication “Menopause: A Comprehensive Guide for Practitioners”.
Kath is an advocate of women’s rights and she empowers women to reach their full potential. Together we unpick some of the complexities of Tradition

Female? Over 40? FACT: Menopause is only a matter of time but there's lots you can do!
If you are 40 plus and female then Menopause is only a matter of time! Symptoms begin gradually and for some women will really affect their quality of life. Get the lowdown on the surprising symptoms of menopause when I was interviewed by Tammy Aghedo for her House of Tammy Talkshow.
My Advice? Don't put up with the pain and disruption Menopause can bring. Movement really is Medicine and the

Exhausted, Brain Fog, Insomnia? It could be the Menopause!
Join me and Dr Ron Eaker Ob/Gyn, author, speaker, and award-winning women’s health educator, as we unpick Menopause and Fatigue. Ron is an incredible source of knowledge and expertise with 30 plus years of experience guiding women through midlife and menopause. If you are struggling with hormonal issues, weight gain, low energy levels, and reduced libido listen on. There's one thing we absolutely

Menopause and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) with the Menopause Collective
This episode we tackle UTI. An unpleasant experience many women will have that can be increased post menopause due to the decreasing levels of Oestrogen and As Oestrogen production falls in menopausal women, UTIs can occur more frequently. It may also be that the bladder is not fully emptying, which can also increase the chance of an infection in your bladder. This is a long one but packed with in

Brain Heath, Mental Fitness and Menopause with the Menopause Collective
Brain Health, Mental Fitness and Menopause
Caring for your brain cells may not be top of your list of priorities around menopause but brain fog, memory loss, low mood and anxiety are all feature of perimenopause and can persist into Menopause.
There are oestrogen receptors in the brain there is no denying that and declining levels of oestrogen around menopause definitely can contribute to the ne

Menopause and Libido-All is not lost!
You can't help noticing that spring is a time of new life, accelerated growth and energy. But menopause might just be messing with your energy levels and your natural instincts for love making. Join us to get the lowdown on libido and get some ideas and suggestions to help fan the flames of your ardour.
Contributors:
Phillipa Butler: Chartered Physiotherapist, Certified Pilates Teacher,

Natural Healing and Menopause with Dr Bruce Berkowsky
This episode I chat all things menopause and general health and wellness with Dr Bruce Berkowsky. I am the guinea pig as we demonstrate his natural Health Science System. This approach embraces naturopathy, herbology, nutrition, homoeopathy, and aromatherapy. He combines western medical approaches with the traditional eastern healing arts and offers individualised intuitive care to resolve physica

Hair loss Headache? Help is at Hand!
This episode I chat all things hair-loss with Dr Ben Behnam Board Certified Dermatologist specialising in medical hair loss management. Dr Ben is a dedicated hair loss and hair restoration specialist working alongside his brother Dr Sean Benham Board Certified Hair Transplant Surgeon in their Hollywood practice. Together they founded HiHappyHead.com which focusses on providing customisable prescri

The Menopause Collective do Skin, Hair and Nails
This episode members of the Menopause Collective chat all things skin, hair and Nails. From the hair on your head an in all those places that you'd really rather it didn't grow. We talk skin and how we can have a glowing complexion as we move into middle life. Drying out in the most inconvenience of places is definitely something that happens in menopause which is almost ironic when you can be dri

Crack the code for better sleep, health and wellness
Dr. Rosenthal is available as a wellness or environmental consultant and performs concierge wellness services, uniquely versed in anti-aging/regenerative medicine, circadian rhythms, heliotherapy, chronotherapy, photobiomodulation and electromagnetic assessments to allow a holistic wellness approach down to the quantum level. Find out more
Menopause and Sleep
I know only too well that the peri-me

Women's experience of Menopause in India: So far and yet so near!
You don't need a Masters in Biology to talk about Menopause but it sure helps! Aishwarya Viswamitra is a final year Master’s student at the Indian Institute for Science Education and Research (IISER) in Mohali. She is studying 'lived' menopause experiences in India. She has a keen interest in understanding the social sciences of public health and so do I! Join us to find out about women's experien

Plant the seeds of your dreams with the Menopause Collective
If you feel the need to turn over a new leaf or make a new start; now is the ideal time! If we consider the seasons and. in particular the agricultural calendar; February is marked by the ploughing of the soil to prepare it for the seed and it's the perfect time for doing any 'groundwork'. Ask yourself what you need to do NOW to prepare to plant the seeds of your dreams this year? If you are

Menopause, Movement and Me.
Two exercise teachers from opposite ends of the globe chat all things menopause and movement. Join me and fellow fitness teacher Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, Founder of Sexy Ageing. We each have our own experiences of menopause with surprising similarities. We both love to move in our own ways and we are both on a mission to help women transitioning through menopause to find the information, support and in

Discover Aqua Yoga; a gimmick or could it be a godsend?
For Yoga Teacher Christa Fairbrother living with arthritis, and teaching yoga are integrated. She credits her yoga practice for her lack of pain and specifically aqua yoga because it’s kind to people's joints. It's easy for beginners to start and challenges advanced practitioners in new ways. I'm all ears and can't wait to find out more, and I'd love you to join us.
Find ou

Is your loving relationship growing or wilting?
Love changes over time, and these changes often manifest around 45-65. The ideal form of love involves three components: passion, intimacy, and commitment. Maintaining loving relationships is like getting fit!. Join me and Debbie Marielle Elzea Relationship Specialist, Psychotherapist and Intimacy Coach for Women for some top tips to strengthen or revive your loving relationships.
Join Phillipa to

Dealing with Divorce
This episode I chat with Kelli Calabrese Certified Divorce Coach. Kelli was on a journey to heal from her own excruciating divorce and now Kelli is on a mission to help women going through any stages of separation and divorce move from fearful to fearless.
It is a fact that there is an increase in the number of people facing divorce in January, put this together with Menopause a

Memory with the Menopause Collective
The Menopause Collective do Memory! Join us to hear how Movement and essential oils can make a world of difference if you are forgetting what you keep forgetting! Strength training boosts BDNF; fertiliser for the brain, a dry inhalation of rosemary oil can really focus the mind and remember to stay hydrated for better brain function! Giggles galore and informative too. It doesn't get better than t

Hacking Chemo with Fasting and a Ketogenic diet
This episode I chat with Registered Dietician Martha Tettenborn as we unravel her story of Ovarian Cancer at age 58. We will find out how she coped with chemotherapy using her chemo fasting protocol and a ketogenic diet. She shares her experiences in her wonderfully written book; Hacking Chemo now available on Amazon
Martha Tettenborn RD is a Registered Dietitian and certified Primal Health

Do you want to build Muscle? Find out how with nutrition and Exercise!
In this episode India's leading Nutrition Expert Ryan Fernando and Chartered Physiotherapist Phillipa Butler get together to guide Women to make the right choices to support Muscle and Bone up to, through and beyond Menopause. Building more muscle may not be a priority for you but if you knew that Muscle drives metabolism and gets busy burning calories when you are inactive you might just have a c

The Menopause Collective Do Digestion!
This episode we go where others fear to tread and we are talking about the digestive issues that come to visit us during the approach to menopause. Symptoms that we might never have even thought of as having a connection with declining Oestrogen levels. Digestive system issues are definitely something that I can speak to from my own experience; blown up like a balloon, constipation, diarrhoea and

Menopause - Unleash a Brand New You!
In celebration of World Menopause Day 'The Menopause Collective' are back on the case. This time we are taking no prisoners as we explore how to unleash a Brand New You! Suggestions to help you ignite your energy, passion and purpose. How to approach this Crone/Goddess stage of life with optimism, view it as an opportunity to really find yourself. Approach each day with a positive mindset an

A Silent Retreat - Getting Away from it all!
Getting away from it all has its advantages. A silent retreat may not be your idea of a great getaway, or perhaps your budget doesn't stretch to that. But what could you expect? This episode Phillipa chats with Sune Markowitz-Schulman about her experience of what she thought was going to be a silent retreat (More on that). How was it for her?
"A wonderful opportunity to stop the clocks, turn off t

The Menopause Collective do Sleep!
Sleep keeps us healthy and functioning well. Menopause messes with our sleep of that there is no doubt. Perhaps you are waking more often or just not waking refreshed when the alarm goes off. A lack of sleep compounds poor memory and fatigue symptoms also associated with Menopause. Worse still it can compromise our immune system and drive down our mood. Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of

Intermittent Fasting for Menopause Weight Gain
This episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Laurie Lewis, Intermittent Fasting Coach and Author.
Menopause dealt Laurie a crushing blow -- brain fog, lack of balance, memory loss, and the sudden gain of 50 pounds of stubborn hormonal fat. She tried everything she knew to feel better, and the methods that worked in the past made no difference. After four years of struggle, Laurie stumbled upon

Menopause in the Workplace
I had the pleasure of re-entering the workplace at the peak of my peri-menopause. I found myself struggling with fatigue, brain fog and my poor memory. The problem was that I didn't realise what was going on, I thought I was 'past it' and that I couldn't cope. Unfortunately for the National Health Service I am no longer there.
This episode I am chatting with Dyna Vink live from Ottawa the Ca











