{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Sleep smarter in menopause: why better rest transforms your mood, memory, and metabolism","description":"Sleep really is your body\u2019s superpower, yet it\u2019s often one of the first things to suffer when we hit perimenopause or menopause. I know this one personally. When my anxiety was high and my sleep was poor, everything felt harder, I was more emotional, more tired, and constantly running on empty. What I didn\u2019t realise at the time was how much poor sleep was affecting not just my energy, but my hormones, my appetite, and even my digestion. Here\u2019s the truth: if you don\u2019t sleep well, you can eat around 300\u2013400 extra calories a day without even realising it. Your brain drives you to look for quick energy, and that usually means sugar and caffeine. In this episode, I\u2019ll share: \u2022 Why sleep is essential for hormone balance, energy, and emotional wellbeing \u2022 How your digestion and gut repair themselves overnight \u2022 The role of sleep in laying down memory and improving focus \u2022 Simple, practical ways to improve sleep quality in midlife - from evening routines to nutrition and calming habits Sleep isn\u2019t a luxury, it\u2019s your most powerful reset. Support your body with good sleep, and everything else feels easier. \ud83d\udc49 Resources & Links Download my free handout 5 Secrets to a Healthy Menopause: hillstart.me.uk\/5-secrets Explore my 28-Day Transformation Programme Glucose monitor - find if your sleep is affected by what you eat - link This episode is brought to you by Revive Active\u2019s Sleep Complex \u2014 formulated with nutrients and botanicals to support relaxation and quality rest. Use code Wendy10 for 10% off at checout       ","author_name":"Fab Female Nutrition","author_url":"https:\/\/hillstart.me.uk\/podcast\/","html":"