The Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcast
The Perimenopause GUTSY TALK podcast is for women in midlife who are done with bloating, brain fog, and unpredictable digestion—and want real-life support that actually helps.
Hosted by Gut Health Dietitian Christel Lyell, each episode dives into the real reasons your gut feels off in midlife—from hormone shifts and food reactions to stress, constipation, and more.
If you’ve been told it’s “just IBS” or “part of getting older,” this show is your safe space to feel seen, supported, and empowered to take back control of your gut and your life.
Episodes
10 episodes
From Chaos to Calm: Everyday Foods That Soothe Your Gut and Support Midlife Health
Wondering what to eat for gut health in perimenopause and beyond? In this episode, I’m sharing your everyday food list — simple, real-life foods that reduce bloating, support digestion, and help you feel more like yourself again in midlife and ...
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Episode 9
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13:08
Still bloated in perimenopause? The gentle troubleshooting guide for fibre issues.
Are you still feeling bloated in perimenopause even though you’re following all the “right” gut health advice? You’re not alone. In this final part of my three-episode fibre series, I’m talking about what to do when fibre backfires — and how to...
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Episode 8
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25:57
How to Increase Fibre Intake Without Perimenopause Bloating
In part two of the fibre series, Christel shares a gentle, step-by-step method to add more fibre without triggering bloating, gas, or digestive discomfort — especially during perimenopause, when your gut can become more sensitive.You’ll ...
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Episode 7
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18:05
Fibre 101: What It Actually Is and Why Your Midlife Gut Needs It (Part 1 of 3)
Confused about fibre? You’re not alone — especially if you’re in perimenopause and navigating IBS, bloating, constipation, or a sluggish gut.In this first episode of the 3-part Fibre Series, we’re going back to basics: what fibr...
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Episode 6
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17:23
Perimenopause Gut Chaos? The Surprising Way to Calm your Gut
Are you feeling bloated, gassy, or stuck with unpredictable digestion in perimenopause — no matter what you eat? Maybe you’re wondering: “Why does my gut feel so out of control — and is it really just food causing this?”In this ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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12:11
Beat Menopause Bloating: Daily Movement That Works
Feeling bloated, constipated, or just off?Your gut might be crying out for movement—but not the intense, sweaty kind.In this episode of The Perimenopause Gutsy Talk Podcast, we explore the second pillar in the 3M Meth...
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Episode 4
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15:31
You Don’t Need Another Diet: How to Eat for a Calmer Gut in Perimenopause
If your gut feels more reactive than ever and you’re tempted to try yet another diet—pause right here.In this episode of The Perimenopause GUTSY Talk Podcast, we're diving into the first pillar of the 3M Method: ...
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Episode 3
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20:44
Why Your Gut Feels Worse in Perimenopause
Understanding Midlife Bloating, Constipation & Food ReactionsDo you feel like your gut suddenly turned on you in your 40s or 50s?Maybe foods you’ve always tolerated now leave you bloated, your bowels are unpredictable, ...
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Episode 2
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10:28
Meet the Hormones Behind Your Perimenopause Gut Issues
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.
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Episode 1
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19:47
Welcome to Gutsy Talk — Gut Health, Hormones & Real-Life Support
Struggling with bloating, unpredictable bowels, or gut flare-ups that seem to come from nowhere? You’re not alone. I’m Christel Lyell, registered dietitian and gut health specialist — and I know how exhausting it is when no one seems to take yo...
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