Episode 16

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16th Apr 2025

To Fast or Not to Fast

In this episode, Jess dives into the benefits of intermittent fasting (IF) for women during menopause, emphasizing that it’s about meal timing rather than deprivation. She shares her personal experience with IF and details its advantages like enhanced autophagy and improved insulin sensitivity for weight management and symptom relief.

Jess also touches on its potential to improve sleep quality and offers practical tips for starting small. By the end, Jess encourages listeners to explore intermittent fasting as a means to enhance your health and well-being during this transformative phase.

*please check with your doctor before starting anything new*

HIGHLIGHTS:

3:27 The Science of Fasting

4:53 Benefits for Menopause

7:38 Weight Management and Energy Boost

9:02 Mood Swings and Sleep Quality

10:41 Starting Your Fasting Journey

13:39 Breaking the Fast

15:24 Finding What Works for You

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Conquer the Change
Menopause with Attitude
Tired of wading through the sea of misinformation and misconceptions about menopause? Let's cut through the crap together. I'm Jess Carney, your menopause coach, and I'm here to empower you with the facts and the reality often overlooked in traditional healthcare.
Join me weekly on 'Conquer the Change' as we explore the powerful transition that is menopause. My badass guests and I are real women, eager to speak candidly about our own personal ups and downs. Together, with a dash of attitude, we'll debunk myths, shatter stereotypes, and equip you with the tools you need to finally embrace this incredible life stage with confidence and strength.

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Jessica Carney

Tired of trying to figure out how to tackle menopause - both before and after it happens? Jess Carney, your no-nonsense menopause coach, is here to cut through the crap. A badass professional woman with a background in adult learning and change coaching, she's dedicated to empowering women with evidence-based information and practical tips. Having personally experienced the challenges of menopause - including menopause tummy, itchy ears, vertigo, dry skin, painful sex, low libido, extreme anxiety, insomnia, fatigue and brain fog - she's committed to providing you with accurate information and tools you need to thrive during this life stage. Join her on "Conquer the Change" for straight talk, practical advice, and some sarcastic snickers.