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EPISODE · May 8, 2025 · 51 MIN

How to Balance Hormones in Perimenopause: Diet, Exercise & Lifestyle Tips for Women 40+ #12

from Midlife Answers · host Rachel Fortune

Struggling with weight gain, exhaustion, or mood swings? Perimenopause is a huge hormonal shift that affects metabolism, energy, and overall well-being - but you don’t have to just put up with it. There are ways to thrive through this transition! In this episode of Thriving in Our 40s, we’re joined by Functional Health & Performance Coach Natasha Banks to break down how to balance hormones naturally - with the right nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes that truly work. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:* Key hormonal shifts in your cycle & how they change in perimenopause * How to support your body (even if your cycle is irregular or you’re no longer bleeding) * Why perimenopause often leads to weight gain - and how to manage it naturally * Magnesium: The essential mineral for perimenopause (& why you probably need more!) * The truth about fat - why some fats are non-negotiable for hormone health * Cycle syncing & exercise - how to train in tune with your hormones for better results * How to reframe perimenopause as a powerful new chapter instead of something to fear * Myth-busting perimenopause & menopause (Hint: No, menopause does NOT mean the end of your sex life! ) Have you noticed changes in your body during perimenopause? What has helped you the most? Would love to hear your thoughts/suggestions in the comments below. To discover more about Natasha and her work, visit: Website: www.thewellnessconsultant.co.ukLinkedIn: Natasha Banks, Health & Performance CoachInstagram: https: @natasha.l.banksDon’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss an episode of Thriving in Our 40s. Watch more episodes here: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TransitionsUnscripted/videos Instagram:@rachel_s_fortune

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