Joyful Menopause
When you think of menopause, 'joyful' might not be the first word that comes to mind. But no matter what you've heard, you deserve to thrive during this phase of life. On the Joyful Menopause podcast, Lynda Enright draws on her 25+ years of experience in women's health to share practical, science-based tips that you can customize to your body, lifestyle, and goals—because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to menopause. With her calming, supportive style and deep expertise, Lynda will help you build lasting, sustainable habits, guiding you on your unique journey toward better health.
Episodes
34 episodes
Episode 34: Is it perimenopause ... or something else?
Is it perimenopause or something else? 5 conditions every midlife woman should know about Host Lynda Enright explains that symptoms often blamed on perimenopause - exhaustion, brain fog, weight gain, mood changes, feeling cold, and ...
Episode 33: The Gut-Hormone Connection: What Every Woman in Menopause Needs to Know
Are you doing everything right - eating well, exercising, taking supplements - and still dealing with bloating, brain fog, stubborn weight, and exhaustion? The missing piece might be your gut. In this episode of the Joyful Me...
Episode 32: The Metabolism Myth: What Nobody Told You About Weight, Blood Sugar, and Midlife Hormones
Why Weight Gain Feels Harder After 40: Hormones, Blood Sugar, and Midlife Metabolism Host Lynda Enright explains why women often gain belly weight and struggle with energy and cravings after 40, focusing on three midlife metabolism ...
Episode 31: Is Cortisol Wrecking Your Hormones? The Stress-Menopause Connection Nobody Talks About
Belly weight that won't budge. Sleep that falls apart at 3am. Anxiety that came out of nowhere. Cravings you can't explain. Sound familiar?These aren't random — they're connected. And cortisol is at the center of all of it.In this...
Episode 30: How Much Protein Women Need After 40 (and Why It Matters for Energy, Muscle, and Menopause)
Episode 29: Why Am I Gaining Weight When I'm Barely Eating?
Why You Can Gain Weight in Menopause Even When You’re Barely EatingHost Lynda Enright explains why many women in perimenopause and menopause can gain weight despite eating less, emphasizing that it’s not a willpower issue and the body isn’t...
Episode 28: Nourishing Your Gut During Menopause: The Importance of Gentle Cooking
Nourishing Your Gut During Menopause: The Importance of Gentle CookingIn this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright delves into how simple, everyday cooking choices can support gut health during midlife. She explains that cooki...
Episode 25: 5 Diet Strategies to Heal Your Gut and Balance Hormones During Menopause
In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright addresses common challenges faced by women during perimenopause and menopause, such as weight gain, brain fog, restless sleep, and belly fat, and explains how these issues are often linked...
Episode 24: The Truth About Detox & Menopause
You’ve probably heard the buzz about intermittent fasting—but is it really right for women in perimenopause and menopause? In this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright, Functional Nutritionist, breaks down the truth about fa...
Episode 23: How the Gut-Brain Axis Impacts Menopause Sleep Problems, Anxiety, and Hot Flashes
Are you struggling with menopause sleep problems, brain fog symptoms, or stubborn weight gain—and wondering why nothing seems to work anymore? The missing piece may not just be your hormones. It may be your gut health.In th...
Episode 22: No More Cookie-Cutter Fixes: A Personalized Approach to Menopause Health & Weight Loss
Are you tired of wasting time and money on diets, supplements, or advice that never seem to work? In this episode of The Joyful Menopause Podcast, we’ll explore why one-size-fits-all solutions fail women in perimenopause and menopause,...
Episode 21: How Estrogen Affects Weight Loss—And Why Fiber Is Your Secret Weapon
In this episode of The Joyful Menopause, functional nutritionist and menopause mentor Lynda Enright uncovers the surprising power of fiber—and why it's so much more than a digestion fix. From balancing blood sugar and supporting hormon...
Episode 20: Brain Fog, Weight Gain, and Menopause Insomnia? There’s a Better Way Forward
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just plain confused by all the conflicting menopause advice out there?One minute it’s “cut carbs,” the next it’s “eat more fat.” Some say walk, others say strength train, and don’t even get us s...
Episode 19: Menopause Fatigue Explained: How Estrogen, Cortisol, and Blood Sugar Hijack Your Energy
Feeling tired all the time, even after a full night’s sleep? Struggling with brain fog, hot flashes at night, or that wired-but-exhausted feeling? You’re not alone-and you’re not imagining it.In this episode of Joyful Menopause,...
Episode 18: What’s Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms — From Brain Fog to Weight Gain (And 5 Natural Fixes
Struggling with menopause sleep problems, brain fog in perimenopause, or weight that won’t budge no matter what you try? You’re not alone—and it’s not just aging. In this episode, functional nutritionist Lynda Enright breaks down ...
Episode 17: How to lose weight during menopause: the sleep connection
Why You Can’t Lose Weight During Menopause—Until You Fix This One ThingAre you eating well, exercising... and still gaining weight during menopause? You’re not alone—and the problem might not be your food choices. In this episode,...
Episode 16: Is There an Anxiety and Menopause Diet? Here’s What the Science Says
Are you navigating menopause and struggling with anxiety? You’re not alone—and your diet could be playing a bigger role than you think. In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between nutrition, anxiety, and m...
Episode 15: Hormone Imbalance Symptoms in Women: What They Mean and How to Feel Like Yourself Again
Understanding Progesterone: Your Secret Weapon for a Joyful MenopauseIn this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses the often-overlooked hormone progesterone, which plays a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms.&...
Episode 14: Is Menopause Messing with Your Mind? Let’s Clear the Brain Fog
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Episode 13: Healthy Bones: How to build bone density through menopause
Bone and Muscle Health During Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know Welcome to today's episode, where we’re diving into a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: bone and muscle health during perimenopause and ...
Episode 12: Is estrogen imbalance wrecking your sleep, mood, and metabolism? Here's what to do
Understanding Estrogen Imbalance: Balancing Hormones for Better HealthIn this episode of Joyful Menopause, Lynda Enright explores the critical role of estrogen in women's health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. She expla...
Episode 11: 3 Reasons why menopause weight loss diets fail and what works instead
Join Lynda Enright, a seasoned expert with 25 years of experience helping women thrive in midlife, as she reveals why traditional diets often fail during menopause and perimenopause. Learn about the three main reasons why cutting ca...
Episode 10: Can Weight Loss Medications Really Help? 3 Women's Stories
Navigating Weight Loss with GLP-1 Medications: Success Stories and Essential TipsIn this episode of Joyful Menopause, host Lynda Enright discusses GLP-1 weight loss medications, focusing on their benefits and potential side effects.<...