#009 – How your Gut Microbiome Changes during Menopause, with Nutritionist, Wendy Couper

In this episode, of Mad with the Menopause, Anél will be talking with Wendy Couper, a registered Nutritional Therapy practitioner who works with men and women who are sick and tired of suffering with bloating, headaches, anxiety and well, just being sick and tired.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

Introduction to Nutritional Therapy

Understanding the Microbiome

Impact of Hormonal Changes on Gut Health

Strategies for Supporting Gut Health

The Importance of a Varied Diet

Practical Tips for Incorporating More Vegetables

Nuts and Seeds:  Nutritional Powerhouses

The Health Benefits of Cinnamon and Chia Seeds

Understanding Saturated Fats and Processed Foods

Probiotics and their Impact on Gut Health

 

Wendy’s Top TIPS:

1. Aim for 30 (ideally non starchy) Veg a week
2. Include Nuts and Seeds in your diet
3. Limit Saturated Fats and Processed Foods

 

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Contact Wendy

https://health-unlocked.co.uk/

Five things you can do right now to support your body:

https://menopause.health-unlocked.co.uk/

 

CHIA SEED PUDDING RECIPE:

3 or 4 Tablespoons of Chia seeds

Cup of milk (or alternative)

Add cinnamon to taste

Set for 10 minutes in the fridge

 

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  info@madwiththemenopause.com

 

DISCLAIMER: 

The views of mine and those of my guests are just that. I therefore urge you to take advise from your medical practitioner, who knows your medical history and can therefore provide advice specific to your needs.

 

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Shawn Bennett (Rockingham Media CIC)