Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a growing concern, especially for post-menopausal women. It is a chronic progressive disease that develops as a result of excessive accumulation of triglycerides in the liver in the absence of excessive alcohol consumption. Part 1 discusses possible causative factors in its development. ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural...
Oct 21, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 138
St John's Wort is highly prized when it comes to supporting healthy moods, lifting depression, easing anxiety, and reducing stress levels. But when it comes to menopause it does so much more. St John's Wort Other herbs previously discussed Black Cohosh - episode 108 Shatavari - episode 104 Sage - episode 88 Turmeric - episode 83 Saffron - episode 74 ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She...
Oct 13, 2022•11 min
Linda Legras is an awarded personal trainer and well-being coach. She joins Jen on the podcast today to talk about helping women become unshakeable and resilient. They chat about why she started exercising, and the health benefits she discovered. How her hobby turned into a passionate career. Being an EVEolution partner. EVEolution trains women to train as women, (not as small men) taking into account their pelvic health, the timing of their cycles, and their stage of life. Linda Legras Unshakea...
Oct 04, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 136
What do you think is the most common sign or symptom during the menopausal transition? We discuss the top 10 menopausal health complaints as found by Evernow's cohort study of 100,000 women. For more details Read the accompanying article Book an appointment Initial Consultation ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. Sh...
Sep 28, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 135
The sensation of dizziness is quite common in all stages of the menopausal transition. Learn about some of the potential reasons why. Article - Dizziness in Menopause If you would like a hand uncovering why you are feeling dizzy, here is the link to book an initial consultation If you would like to request a topic that hasn't previously been covered, send your request to hello@menopausenaturalsolutions.com ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen...
Sep 22, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Special guest - Tanja Shaw Tanja is a sought-after life and weight loss coach, founder of Fit + Vibrant You Coaching Programs, owner of Ascend Fitness + Lifestyle, a holistic health coaching studio in Chilliwack, BC. and host of the Fit and Vibrant You Podcast. Tanja has built a credible reputation for helping 1000s take control over food, feel good in their body, and fully LIVE their life. Tanja, her husband Keith, and their son Jacob live in Chilliwack, BC, about an hour outside of Vancouver C...
Sep 14, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 133
Could you find a spare 30 minutes in your day? If it reduced your menopausal symptoms by 52%? In the clinical trial “Paced breathing compared with usual breathing for hot flashes” they found that 15 minutes of breath work TWICE daily not only reduces hot flushes but also reduced PMS symptoms and headaches while improving mood, stress tolerance, and sexual function. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22990758/ Menopause Makeover Program Breathwork pioners James Nestor Patrick McKeown Jon Kabot-Zinn ...
Sep 06, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 132
Potassium is another menopause super mineral. Unfortunately, we can lose this essential nutrient when sweating. When we optimize the amount of potassium in our system it can help reduce our risk of the 3 biggest concerns in post-menopause: Heart disease, Osteoporosis, and Dementia. Minerals for Menopause - webinar replay Menopause Makeover - Starting Monday 1st May 2023 ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and M...
Sep 01, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 131
The diagnosis of Premature and Early Menopause can be very distressing. The younger your menopause, the greater your risk. Some of these risks may be mitigated by hormone therapy, however, hormones alone do NOT prevent all of these risk factors. Discussed are some of the other factors to consider, testing, lifestyle, and supplement considerations Menopause Makeover Other relevant episodes: 129 Cellular Health 118 Environmental Toxicity 86 The benefits of COQ10 ___________________________________...
Aug 18, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Did you know the human body has over 37 trillion cells? Each of these cells has a membrane - the membrane has been nicknamed the brain of the cell as it controls a lot of what is happening for the cell. You need a healthy membrane if you want a healthy cell. Within your membrane, you have a phospholipid bilayer. Think of the phospholipid bilayer as a channel. It holds the structure of the cell, provides storage of fuel but most importantly it provides a communication link and allows the passage ...
Aug 12, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Cognitive health is complicated and multifactorial. As a general rule, there is no magic pill that can protect your brain, instead, there are several modifiable factors that can enhance your brain's ability to function now and in the future. My guest: Ann Marie McQueen is not only going through perimenopause herself, she brings 25 years of award-winning journalism experience to her coverage, with recognition for excellence in health and feature writing from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynec...
Jul 21, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Uterine polyps are common problematic growths that often occur during the menopausal transition. Discover the 4 most common contributing factors in their development. Other common uterine conditions at this stage of life Fibroids - Episode 62 Endometrial hyperplasia - Episode 64 Adenomyosis - Episode 91 Environmental Health - Episode 61 Consultations ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. Sh...
Jul 12, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 127
First and foremost Beth considers herself as a human on a journey. Her degree as a Medical Doctor and board certification as an OB/Gyn mark her path. Her curiosity leads her to become a teacher of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and an Ayurvedic Yoga Health Coach. Most recently she became certified in Functional Medicine which felt like completing the circle to her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry. Flagstaff Functional Medicine The Magnificent Menopause Connection Summit - this event has ...
Jul 05, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Your state of general health leading up to the beginning of peri-menopause is important. You can help ease your transition by better managing your current state of health. Any uncontrolled or undiagnosed medical conditions are likely to flare during the transition. Now is the time to take care of all aspects of your health. Consultations ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on ...
Jun 29, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 125
Have you ever considered your Gut Hormone Connection ? The role your digestive health plays in regulating your hormones? It plays a massive role especially if you are in peri-menopause and experiencing signs of estrogen dominance. Consultations The Menopause Shift Summit - this event has ended. ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning i...
Jun 16, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 124
The Menopausal Transition can sometimes take you by surprise. 5 years into her journey special guest Andrea Donsky started to realise her mood swings and other symptoms were actually a part of a bigger picture. The Menopause Shift Summit - this event has now ended. ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a ...
Jun 08, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Your Sympathetic Nervous System accelerates the stress response and may be linked with a more intense menopausal transition, your parasympathetic nervous system on the other hand applies the brakes and allows you to rest, and recover. Menopause Makeover Program ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clin...
May 31, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Feeling depleted at midlife? Nutrient deficiency is at an all-time high. Today we tackle why that is and what you can do about it. Menopause Makeover ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for over 20 years. Click here to read her full bio. https://www.menopausenaturalsolutions.com/...
May 25, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 121
You may have heard of zinc for your immune health but did you know zinc plays a crucial role in hormonal health, it is valuable at all stages of the menopausal transition. Minerals for Menopause ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for over 20 years. Click here to read her full bi...
May 19, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 120
There are so many powerful habits you can build into your routine to improve your menopausal transition. Patrick McKeow's book "The Breathing Cure" Menopause Makeover Program ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for over 20 years. Click here to read her full bio. https://www.menop...
May 11, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 119
Many environmental toxins cause hormonal disruption, insomnia, fatigue, mood swings, headaches, weight gain, brain fog and more. Cleaning up your environment is essential if you want healthy balanced hormones. Today we are focusing on the role your environment plays in your transition. The big trouble makers here include mould, chemicals and toxic metals. Healthy Homes for Healthy Hormones Consultation ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is ...
May 05, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 118
Diet can set you up for an easier transition or a harder one. What will you choose? Click to link to the article The Chemical Maze Environmental Working Group - Food additives Need a hand with your diet? Click here to book your appointment. ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for...
Apr 13, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 117
It is possible to transition into menopause without symptoms. This episode discusses 7 reasons why you might be struggling and looks at different treatment options. Minerals for Menopause webinar Naturopathic Menopause Consultation ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for over 20 ...
Apr 06, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 116
Have you ever noticed that music can have a healing effect on your soul? It can improve your mood, concentration, and ability to relax. And now we have research indicating it can also be a cheap, safe, and effective way to manage symptoms of the menopausal transition. Menopause Makeover Starts Monday 1st May 2023 ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist wo...
Feb 07, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 115
There are those that consume salt liberally and those that go out of their way to avoid it. To salt or not to salt, it’s such a controversial topic. What's the deal with Salt? Menopause Makeover Program The Salt Fix ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitioning into Menopause. She has been a clinical practitioner for over 20 years. Click her...
Jan 31, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 114
Have you considered the health of your home as being a factor in your menopausal transition and your ability to regulate your hormones? Well you should, it's a HUGE factor as your home is your biggest exposure source of hormone-disruptive chemicals. Healthy Homes for Healthy Hormones From Invisible to Invincible Previous Environmental health podcasts: #36, #61, #77, #93 ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and M...
Jan 13, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Lorraine is a Certified Health and Hormone coach, author of the book The Magic Of Menopause, and a post menopausal women. She joins us on the podcast today to discuss her holistic guide to getting your happiness back, as well as reflecting over the year. Lorraine's links Website Instagram Facebook ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways to assist women transitionin...
Dec 27, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 112
How's your eyesight? Would you like naturally better vision? Eyesight affects so much of everything in our lives: From posture, anxiety, social behavior, happiness, our entire physical experience. Jake Steiner has been pioneering natural myopia control for the past 20 years. Check out his work at endmyopia.org Lasik interview ____________________________________________________________ About Jennifer Harrington Jen is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Medical Herbalist. She focuses on natural ways...
Dec 20, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 111
A common theme in midlife is lack of libido, lack of joy, anger, and disconnect. Dianne Shepherd started midlife feeling just like this but then she used her menopause transition to recreate herself. She now looks at menopause as the Passion Portal. A sexual and spiritual rebirth into the richest most creative and sexiest chapter of a women's life. Dianne's links https://shakticore.com/ dianne@shakticore.com https://shakticore.com/sacred-pleasure-membership https://traumahealing.org/ Libido arti...
Dec 13, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 110
Laurie is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Certified Herbalist, and Certified Aromatherapist in clinical practice in the U.S. for over 11 years. She is the creator of Menopause Made Easy, a 3-part self-paced video program where she teaches you simple daily routines using acupressure and essential oils to support healthy sleep, balanced temperature, and steady moods. A firm believer that menopause is NOT a disease, Laurie loves helping women ease the transition into menopause. Menopause Made Easy Three ...
Dec 06, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 109
