Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause
Welcome to Menopause Rise and Thrive! I’m Dr. Sara Poldmae, and this podcast is for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—women who are ready to embrace this stage of life with confidence and create a future that feels authentic and fulfilling.
Every week, I’ll walk you through the ups and downs of midlife, sharing helpful tips, real-world advice, and a space where you can feel heard and supported. Whether you’re dealing with hot flashes, weight changes, mood swings, sleep disruptions, or brain fog—or simply trying to make sense of the emotional shifts that come with menopause—you’re not alone.
Together, we’ll cut through the noise of misinformation and explore real, effective strategies for managing menopause symptoms, emotional well-being, and relationship dynamics. Menopause Rise and Thrive is about more than just symptom management—it’s about stepping into your strength, prioritizing your well-being, and finding renewed purpose in this chapter of life.
More than anything, this podcast is about community—a place where women like you can connect, share experiences, and support one another. Together, we’ll challenge outdated myths about aging, celebrate our resilience, and approach midlife with clarity, strength, and empowerment.
Offering a unique blend of insights from my experience as a Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Chinese herbalist, acupuncturist, yogi, functional medicine practitioner, and women’s advocate, I’m here to help you reclaim your health and rediscover your passions. Every episode is designed to provide guidance, reassurance, and practical steps so you can navigate menopause with confidence.
Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause
80. Exploring Low Tox Living and Mineral Balancing with Fatima Pagtakhan
What if your daily routine is unknowingly adding to your toxic load? And did you know that balancing your minerals might be the key to clearing brain fog and boosting your energy?
In this episode, I sit down with Fatima Pagtakhan, an Integrative Health Practitioner focused on Mineral Balancing. She helps highly driven women gain their energy back, clear brain fog, heal inflammation, and lose stubborn weight.
Fatima shares her expertise on reducing toxic load in daily life and explains why mineral balancing is essential for optimal health. As a homeschooling mom of four, and one on the way, with a small homestead, Fatima brings a wealth of knowledge on practical steps for minimizing toxins while keeping balance at the forefront.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Tips for getting started with low tox living
- The importance of checking out the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Dirty Dozen list when purchasing
- Why avoiding ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and preservatives can support better health.
- What is Mineral Balancing?
- The Process of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis and how it provides insights into cellular health, helping to guide customized nutrition and supplement recommendations.
- Common symptoms that indicate mineral imbalance, including fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and sleep issues.
- The role of trauma and how it can impact mineral levels and overall well-being.
Connect with Fatima:
https://www.instagram.com/fatimapagtakhan
https://www.facebook.com/fatima.luceia13
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-pagtakhan-ihp2-3193b7271/
The Ultimate Energy Checklist: https://kindheartlifestyle.ck.page/781251353f
Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:
Website: https://risingwomanproject.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae
Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/
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