A Hormone-Gut Masterclass
An episode of the MenoPositive podcast, hosted by MenoPositive, titled "A Hormone-Gut Masterclass" was published on December 10, 2025 and runs 70 minutes.
December 10, 2025 ·70m · MenoPositive
Summary
Did you know changing how you eat in midlife can reduce perimenopause and menopause symptoms by up to 60%? In this Hormone–Gut Masterclass, I’m joined by Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner, metabolic health expert and author of the upcoming book The Menopause Gut (Pre-Order Now). She explains how shifting hormones reshape our gut — and how simple, sustainable nutrition changes can dramatically change how we feel. Almost 80% of women experience gut-related issues during this transition. No surprise then, that the gut is a control centre for so many perimenopause and menopause symptoms. It’s responsible for more than digestion — it influences our brain, bones, immunity, mood, cravings and sleep. Nearly every system in the body is connected. You’ll learn Smart nutritional shifts that deliver the biggest impact • Why protein becomes non-negotiable in midlife • Fibre is the new “F-word" • Cynthia’s essential habits for starting the new year stronger • How hormones and the gut impact every organ in our body If you’re wondering how to adjust the way you eat to support your hormones, energy, body and mood — this episode is your roadmap. Connect with Cynthia: Follow Cynthia on Instagram Listen to her podcast Everyday Wellness Pre-order her book "The Menopause Gut" Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive Follow MenoPositive on Instagram Sign up for news and updates
Episode Description
Did you know changing how you eat in midlife can reduce perimenopause and menopause symptoms by up to 60%?
In this Hormone–Gut Masterclass, I’m joined by Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner, metabolic health expert and author of the upcoming book The Menopause Gut (Pre-Order Now). She explains how shifting hormones reshape our gut — and how simple, sustainable nutrition changes can dramatically change how we feel.
Almost 80% of women experience gut-related issues during this transition. No surprise then, that the gut is a control centre for so many perimenopause and menopause symptoms. It’s responsible for more than digestion — it influences our brain, bones, immunity, mood, cravings and sleep. Nearly every system in the body is connected.
You’ll learn
- Smart nutritional shifts that deliver the biggest impact
• Why protein becomes non-negotiable in midlife
• Fibre is the new “F-word"
• Cynthia’s essential habits for starting the new year stronger
• How hormones and the gut impact every organ in our body
If you’re wondering how to adjust the way you eat to support your hormones, energy, body and mood — this episode is your roadmap.
Connect with Cynthia:
- Follow Cynthia on Instagram
- Listen to her podcast Everyday Wellness
- Pre-order her book "The Menopause Gut"
Connect with Lisa and MenoPositive
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