The Hormones Causing Your Perimenopause Bloating (Explained Simply)

Bloating, Constipation & Food Sensitivities in Midlife?Are you suddenly bloated, battling constipation, or finding your usual foods no longer agree with you?You're not imagining it—and you're definitely not alone.In this first full episode of Gutsy Talk, gut health dietitian Christel Lyell dives into how perimenopausal hormone shifts—especially the drop in estrogen—can disrupt digestion, gut motility, microbiome balance, and mood.You'll discover:Why your gut feels "off" in midlifeHow estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and even serotonin play a roleWhat the stress-gut connection really looks likeA practical starting point to track your symptoms and take back controlWhether you’re feeling dismissed, overwhelmed, or just trying to figure out what’s changed, this episode will help you feel more empowered and less alone.⏱️ Highlights:[02:15] Gut + Hormones = A Messy Office Metaphor[05:30] How Estrogen Affects Digestion[09:45] Meet the Hormonal Players: Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone[14:20] Stress & Digestion: The Cortisol Curveball[18:35] Mood Hormones and Your Gut[22:50] First Steps Toward Gut Relief💛 Resources:📄 Download your Free Gut and Mood Tracker 🎧 Coming next: Episode 2 – Why Your Gut Feels Worse in Perimenopause📣 Share the Love:If this episode helped you feel seen, please leave a review or share it with a friend.Tag me on Instagram @christel.gutsydietitian and use #GutsyTalk to join the conversation.🎵 Music Credit: "Exciting Corporate” by ElevateMusica