Ep #89: Alcohol and Perimenopause and Menopause with Natalie MacLean

Take our Doctor's Visits Survey https://forms.gle/w3cksHc6mt2v7GNu9Take all our surveys https://wearemorphus.com/pages/research-surveys In this podcast, Andrea Donsky, Nutritionist, Researcher, Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, interviews Natalie MacLean, the world's best drinks journalist, who has won four James Beard Foundation Journalism Awards. She's the author of Red, White, and Drunk All Over and Unquenchable. Her new memoir, Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much, is a national bestseller. It’s an inspiring interview with tips on managing alcohol consumption during perimenopause and menopause.Morphus Supplements for Perimenopause and Menopause https://bit.ly/3QpGyxl0:00 Introductions1:38 What inspired Natalie to write her book?3:21 Desires for alcohol and how we think it helps us cope with life events.4:41 When Natalie realized she was drinking too much and how it motivated her to change.6:30 Wine culture in our society.11:15 Guidelines for consuming alcohol and the difference by country.13:39 The pros and cons of consuming alcohol in perimenopause and menopause.16:23 Alcohol and how it affects sleep.20:15 Tips for changing habits and being more mindful around alcohol consumption29:15 More about Natalie’s Book.Morphus Supplements for Perimenopause and Menopause https://bit.ly/3QpGyxlWine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much https://amzn.to/494bhGqResearch Surveys https://wearemorphus.com/pages/menopause-researchSend us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4xaREJK Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO  ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.