Can Masterchef Champion Thomasina Miers Turn Me Into A Chef? (nutrition in menopause)

Warning: do not listen on an empty stomach!🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihihFor this week's episode of Is It Hot In Here? podcast, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by chef, writer and Masterchef Champion, the wonderful Thomasina Miers.One thing you should know about Naomi is that she might be a world-class menopause Doctor, but she's not the best in the kitchen... But can Tommi change this? The podcast team set Naommi the challenge of following one of the simplest (and yummiest!) recipes in Tommi's new Mexican cookbook. In this episode, Naomi and Tommi also discuss:🌶️ Learning to love food again🌶️ How to nourish your body in midlife (even if you hate cooking)🌶️ The link between food and hormones 🌶️ Tommi's perimenopause experience🌶️ Menopause and ADHDAnd so much more.This episode is full of flavour, vibrancy, and comfort. Do let us know if you enjoy!Follow Tommi Miers below:Tommi's Instagram: @thomasinamiers Tommi's TikTok: @tho_masinamiersTommi's new cookbook Mexican Table: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/470665/mexican-table-by-miers-thomasina/9781837833900 Follow Dr. Naomi Potter below:Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotterNaomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter00:00 – Introduction to Thomasina Miers01:42 – From Masterchef winner to food campaigner04:18 – Why cooking feels overwhelming for busy mums07:05 – How to make healthy meals simple and fast10:12 – Nutrition during perimenopause and menopause13:47 – The power of seasonal eating17:20 – Managing burnout with nourishing food21:09 – Why food culture impacts women’s health24:45 – Small swaps to boost daily nutrition28:36 – Finding joy in cooking again32:14 – Quick recipes for midlife energy36:25 – Why gut health matters in menopause40:02 – Naomi and Thomasina’s personal food tips43:10 – Final thoughts on food, women, and midlife#menopause #masterchef #nutrition