Hot flushes and night sweats are some of the most common – and often most disruptive – symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. They can strike without warning, leaving you flustered, drenched, or wide awake in the middle of the night. For many women, these symptoms affect not just their comfort, but their confidence, sleep, work, and overall quality of life.
But understanding why they happen is the first step to managing them more effectively – and that’s exactly what this episode is all about.
In this episode, I explore:
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What’s actually going on in your body to cause hot flushes and night sweats, including the hormonal shifts that trigger them
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Why they’re more likely to happen at night, and what practical steps you can take to sleep more comfortably
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How lifestyle changes, including diet, alcohol, and caffeine intake, can make a noticeable difference in the frequency and severity of symptoms
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Why your mindset matters, and how understanding your body’s stress response can give you more control than you might think
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How CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help with symptom relief – including for those who don’t want or can’t take HRT
Whether you’re waking up soaked or just tired of sudden flushes interrupting your day, this episode is full of useful, evidence-based strategies you can start using straight away. It’s about making sense of what your body’s going through – and finding ways to feel more like yourself again.
Show Notes
Find out more about how nutrition can help you manage your menopause in Jackie’s book: The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish.
Check out the podcast on CBT & Hot Flushes, where Jackie talks to Dr Melanie Smith
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