Menopause, Weight Gain & Sleep: What Lifestyle Changes Actually Work?

Can simple lifestyle changes make a meaningful difference during menopause? For many women, menopause brings frustrating changes that seem to arrive overnight. Weight gain, poor sleep, low energy, brain fog, mood shifts, and changes in overall wellbeing can leave you wondering what happened and what to do next. In this episode, Jacquie sits down with Dr. Daniela Steyn, physician and author of Thrive Through Menopause, to discuss practical, evidence informed ways women can support their health during perimenopause and menopause. Together, we explore: • Why menopause symptoms can affect far more than hormones • The connection between sleep, stress, weight gain, and overall wellbeing • How nutrition and gut health may influence your menopause experience • Lifestyle strategies that can help improve energy and resilience • Common misconceptions about menopause and aging • How women can feel more informed and confident during this stage of life This conversation takes a whole person approach to menopause, focusing on practical tools that may help women improve quality of life while navigating hormonal change. If you've been wondering whether lifestyle changes can really make a difference during menopause, this episode offers an informed and encouraging place to start.