Episode 97: Acupuncture for Perimenopause & Menopause: Natural Relief for Hot Flashes, Anxiety, Sleep & Hormone Balance with Anika Mendell

Perimenopause and menopause can bring a wave of unexpected symptoms—poor sleep, anxiety, irritability, hot flashes, stubborn weight gain, and feeling like your body suddenly isn’t working the way it used to.But what if this transition wasn’t something to “fight” against… and instead something your body could be supported through?In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Anika Mendell, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Health Coach who specializes in helping women navigate the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause through the lens of Chinese Medicine.We dive into how Traditional Chinese Medicine views menopause differently than Western medicine, why symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, and fatigue occur during this stage of life, and how acupuncture can help restore balance to the body.You’ll also learn the lifestyle shifts Chinese Medicine encourages for women during midlife—from managing stress and supporting energy to working with your body instead of against it.If you’re entering your late 30s, 40s, or 50s and wondering why your body suddenly feels different, this episode will give you a completely new perspective on what’s happening—and how to support yourself through it.In this episode, we cover:• How Chinese Medicine views perimenopause and menopause• The most common symptoms women experience during this transition• How acupuncture can help with hot flashes, anxiety, sleep, and hormonal balance• Lifestyle habits that support women in midlife• Why menopause can be a powerful transition rather than a declineConnect with Anika Mendellwww.meridianhealthcoaching.com www.anikamendell.comInstagram: @anikamendell.acupunctureThanks for listening. Please rate & review so we can reach more women with this very important information. Share with a friend whom you know would benefit from listening to The Balanced Body Podcast.Follow your host, Monika Eva, on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/monikaeevaTake my FREE Weight Loss & Energy Blocker Assessment to find out what's blocking you from releasing the weight & being energized here:https://www.monikaeva.com/whatsblockingyouLearn more about working with Monika here:https://www.monikaeva.com