Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti https://francescaliparoti.com/podcasts/empowered-perimenopause-podcast/ A show hosted by a Registered Nutritional Therapist about all things perimenopause, empowering you to thrive through your 40s and sail into menopause. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:22:00 +0000 en-UK © 2026 Francesca Liparoti Nutrition and lifestyle medicine for perimenopause Francesca Liparoti episodic A show hosted by a Registered Nutritional Therapist about all things perimenopause, empowering you to thrive through your 40s and sail into menopause. Francesca Liparoti false https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/FINAL-EP-Podcast-Cover.png Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti https://francescaliparoti.com/podcasts/empowered-perimenopause-podcast/ A show hosted by a Registered Nutritional Therapist about all things perimenopause, empowering you to thrive through your 40s and sail into menopause. No yes 19fbc962-e37a-57a9-b323-965b96a55e57 Episode 102: Gut Health: What Does It Actually Mean? https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/what-is-gut-health/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:22:00 +0000 cc41d1df-32e5-5f31-ae5f-8e3f20dbf7f2 We hear about “gut health” everywhere in the wellness space, but what does having a healthy gut actually mean? In this episode, I explain the gut microbiome, intestinal barrier, mucus layer, stomach acid and digestive function, plus the simple nutrition and lifestyle habits that can help support a healthy gut.

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]]> We hear about “gut health” everywhere in the wellness space, but what does having a healthy gut actually mean? In this episode, I explain the gut microbiome, intestinal barrier, mucus layer, stomach acid and digestive function, plus the simple nutrition and lifestyle habits that can help support a healthy gut.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/what-does-gut-health-mean-2-scaled.png Episode 102: Gut Health: What Does It Actually Mean? false no 00:57:38 No no Episode 101: What Does “Inflammation” Actually Mean? And Why Does It Matter in Midlife? https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/what-is-inflammation-perimenopause/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:54:00 +0000 3fbbab47-e199-5744-9736-8e341306792f We hear about inflammation everywhere; inflammatory foods, anti-inflammatory diets, chronic inflammation and even “inflammaging”. But what does inflammation actually mean? In this episode, I explain what’s happening inside your body when inflammation occurs, why inflammation isn’t inherently bad, the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, and why chronic low-grade inflammation becomes particularly relevant in midlife.

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]]> We hear about inflammation everywhere; inflammatory foods, anti-inflammatory diets, chronic inflammation and even “inflammaging”. But what does inflammation actually mean? In this episode, I explain what’s happening inside your body when inflammation occurs, why inflammation isn’t inherently bad, the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, and why chronic low-grade inflammation becomes particularly relevant in midlife.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/what-is-inflammation-perimenopause-scaled.png Episode 101: What Does “Inflammation” Actually Mean? And Why Does It Matter in Midlife? false no 00:46:01 No no Episode 100: Why Is My Ferritin Low? Potential Causes of Low Iron Stores https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/why-is-my-ferritin-low/ Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:17:00 +0000 4c8863fa-7817-52ad-b23a-c89aefee8217 Why is your ferritin low in the first place? In this episode, I explore some of the potential causes of low iron stores, from heavy periods and inadequate dietary iron to poor absorption, H. pylori, coeliac disease, gut conditions and chronic inflammation, and why understanding the underlying cause matters.

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]]> Why is your ferritin low in the first place? In this episode, I explore some of the potential causes of low iron stores, from heavy periods and inadequate dietary iron to poor absorption, H. pylori, coeliac disease, gut conditions and chronic inflammation, and why understanding the underlying cause matters.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/why-is-my-ferritin-low.png Episode 100: Why Is My Ferritin Low? Potential Causes of Low Iron Stores false no 00:23:58 No no Episode 99: HRT in Perimenopause: What I Wish Every Woman Knew Before Starting HRT https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/before-starting-hrt-perimenopause/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:44:00 +0000 26e7851c-7898-5cc8-a733-2295bff7cef2 If you're wondering whether HRT is right for you, this episode offers a calm, balanced look at what hormone replacement therapy is, why every woman's experience is different, how guidance has evolved, and why HRT is most powerful when combined with a whole-body approach to health.

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]]> If you're wondering whether HRT is right for you, this episode offers a calm, balanced look at what hormone replacement therapy is, why every woman's experience is different, how guidance has evolved, and why HRT is most powerful when combined with a whole-body approach to health.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/before-starting-hrt-scaled.png Episode 99: HRT in Perimenopause: What I Wish Every Woman Knew Before Starting HRT false no 00:49:43 No no Episode 98: Why Strength Changes Everything in Perimenopause https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/strength-training-perimenopause/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:31:00 +0000 2f6ccd20-9be9-58d9-ac30-79e5ffa4ece6 Strength isn't just about building muscle or changing how your body looks. In this episode, discover why becoming stronger supports your metabolism, blood sugar, bones, brain and long-term health during perimenopause, and how to start building strength in a realistic, sustainable way.

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]]> Strength isn't just about building muscle or changing how your body looks. In this episode, discover why becoming stronger supports your metabolism, blood sugar, bones, brain and long-term health during perimenopause, and how to start building strength in a realistic, sustainable way.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/lifting-weights-perimenopause.png Episode 98: Why Strength Changes Everything in Perimenopause false no 00:53:43 No no Episode 97: Why Blood Sugar Matters (Even If You’re Not Diabetic) https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/blood-sugar-perimenopause/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:13:00 +0000 9a1689a4-ea40-5ce7-809a-3b932deddc1d Blood sugar isn't just something to think about if you have diabetes. In this episode, we explore why blood sugar regulation influences energy, cravings, mood, sleep, hormones and metabolic health during perimenopause, and how simple daily habits can help support your body.

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]]> Blood sugar isn't just something to think about if you have diabetes. In this episode, we explore why blood sugar regulation influences energy, cravings, mood, sleep, hormones and metabolic health during perimenopause, and how simple daily habits can help support your body.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Blood-sugar-perimenopause-2.png Episode 97: Why Blood Sugar Matters (Even If You’re Not Diabetic) false no 00:47:41 No no Episode 96: Why Am I Gaining Weight in Perimenopause? It’s About More Than Calories https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/perimenopause-weight-gain-calories/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:05:00 +0000 ee660864-f3b0-5424-a0d7-2143ccead8c8 Why does weight gain seem to happen so easily during perimenopause, even when your diet hasn't changed? In this episode, I explain why weight regulation is about far more than calories alone. We explore the whole-body changes that happen during perimenopause, including shifts in metabolism, muscle mass, insulin sensitivity, sleep and the nervous system, and why supporting your overall health is a far more effective strategy than chasing weight loss alone.

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]]> Why does weight gain seem to happen so easily during perimenopause, even when your diet hasn't changed? In this episode, I explain why weight regulation is about far more than calories alone. We explore the whole-body changes that happen during perimenopause, including shifts in metabolism, muscle mass, insulin sensitivity, sleep and the nervous system, and why supporting your overall health is a far more effective strategy than chasing weight loss alone.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/perimenopause-weight-gain-calories.png Episode 96: Why Am I Gaining Weight in Perimenopause? It’s About More Than Calories false no 00:46:00 No no Episode 95: Why Sleep Changes During Perimenopause (And What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You) https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/why-sleep-changes-perimenopause/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:51:00 +0000 343df889-da54-54bf-bd67-2b93b41bfefa Why does sleep suddenly change during perimenopause? In this episode, we explore why sleep problems are so common, what different sleep patterns may be telling you, and why supporting your hormones, nervous system and overall health is often the key to better, more restorative sleep.

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]]> Why does sleep suddenly change during perimenopause? In this episode, we explore why sleep problems are so common, what different sleep patterns may be telling you, and why supporting your hormones, nervous system and overall health is often the key to better, more restorative sleep.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/why-sleep-changes-perimenopause.png Episode 95: Why Sleep Changes During Perimenopause (And What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You) false no 00:49:26 No no Episode 94: Why You Suddenly Can’t Cope Like You Used To (And Why It’s Not Your Fault) https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/perimenopause-stress-and-overwhelm/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:44:00 +0000 46f81bf7-e017-5628-964c-4323857f7e3a Why does everyday life suddenly feel so much harder during perimenopause? Discover how hormonal changes affect your nervous system, stress response, anxiety, sleep and ability to cope, and why it isn’t a personal failing.

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]]> Why does everyday life suddenly feel so much harder during perimenopause? Discover how hormonal changes affect your nervous system, stress response, anxiety, sleep and ability to cope, and why it isn’t a personal failing.

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]]> https://francescaliparoti.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/perimenopause-stress-and-overwhelm.png Episode 94: Why You Suddenly Can’t Cope Like You Used To (And Why It’s Not Your Fault) false no 00:58:11 No no Episode 93: Why Perimenopause Isn’t Just About Hormones: Understanding the Whole-Body Shift https://francescaliparoti.com/podcast/perimenopause-isnt-just-hormones/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:41:55 +0000 https://francescaliparoti.com/?post_type=podcast&p=26092 Perimenopause is often described as a hormonal transition, but it's so much more than that. In this episode, I explain why anxiety, poor sleep, fatigue, brain fog and weight gain aren't simply caused by changing oestrogen and progesterone. Discover my Whole-Body Shift approach and learn why supporting your nervous system, metabolism, sleep and stress resilience is just as important as supporting your hormones.

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]]> Perimenopause is often described as a hormonal transition, but it's so much more than that. In this episode, I explain why anxiety, poor sleep, fatigue, brain fog and weight gain aren't simply caused by changing oestrogen and progesterone. Discover my Whole-Body Shift approach and learn why supporting your nervous system, metabolism, sleep and stress resilience is just as important as supporting your hormones.

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