Season 2 / Episode 1: Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman's life, often bringing about profound changes. One such change that's been shrouded in silence is hair loss. Join us in this episode as we break the taboo and explore the causes and effects of hair loss during menopause.

Let's dive into the hormonal intricacies that can lead to hair loss, unraveling the mystery behind those dwindling strands. Discover practical strategies and expert tips to manage hair loss and promote healthy hair growth.

It's time to reclaim your confidence and embrace the power of knowledge. Tune in to this enlightening episode as we embark on a journey to empower women during the menopause transition. Don't let hair loss hold you back!

Sundala Wellness Blog Podcast Episode 6

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Alcohol and Menopause…It's 5 O’Clock Somewhere!

Today’s podcast might hit some hard. Especially those who enjoy their “5 o’clock” somewhere daily ritual. I’ve personally never been a big drinker however, when the pandemic locked us down, I did use wine nightly to soften the blow of loneliness. What I found, though, was that my mood got pretty dark, and the loneliness felt even more isolating. I never understood those who get happy or giddy when they drink. It didn't become obvious to me until I watched a Netflix documentary that some people actually metabolize alcohol and some don’t. This is a genetic predisposition. 

Similar to how some metabolize coffee, and some don’t if you happened to listen to the podcast on caffeine. I was curious about how menopause and alcohol go together. More so because of the research on alcohol and breast cancer. It is a thing and an important thing at that for women even as early as in their 40s to consider.

I am NOT here to try to convince you NOT to drink, but I am here to make you question what you drink and the sources from where you choose to drink your alcohol.

I personally subscribe to a wine subscription service that only delivers me wines from organic, family farm vineyards and is lab-tested for purity of the soil. No added sugars or pesticides. Dry Farm wines have an uncompromising criteria for their selection process, including wines that are: sugar-free, have no toxic additives, have lower alcohol volume, have organic farming practices, and all vegan, keto, and paleo-friendly. If you would like to try Dry Farm Wines, you can go to their website at www.dryfarmwines.com/sundala, and with your first order, you will get a free bottle of wine for one cent.

Don’t let this intro scare you, as I am still enjoying wine when I drink. I am just choosing to drink differently, and I hope you will consider it too.

Sundala Wellness Blog Podcast Episode 5

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Caffeine and Menopause: Friend or Foe?

Today’s podcast is to dive into the world of caffeine, the most commonly consumed psychoactive drug globally. We will spend some time on learning the quantity that is considered safe, what makes caffeine addictive, the impact of dopamine and how it affects our brain and physiology. Caffeine can affect women in different ways from perimenopause to postmenopause and how one’s genetic makeup can determine caffeine’s metabolism and tolerance. I will cover how to choose the healthiest coffee and what to look for when choosing a bean.

Also, I will share with you, my favorite coffee from Purity, the company that I use and fully endorse not just for their dedication to roasting the proper bean but also to their care of the environment and commitment to creating blends that are geared towards maximizing nutrients, antioxidants the enhancement of all the health benefits of coffee. If you are interested in Purity coffee, see the link on my website or go to puritycoffee.com and use the code Sundalawellness for a 10% discount at check out. My personal favorites are their blend called Ease which is low in acidity and supports gut health and another blend called Protect which is roasted specifically for Liver care.

Thank you for listening to Sundala Wellness POWER TO THE PAUSE podcast. I appreciate your time and curiosity to become a healthier version of yourself in your transitioning years. Please subscribe to this podcast and make your way over to my website at www.sundalawellness.com and grab my “7 Tips to Prepare for Menopause” freebie on the home page! 

Until next time, Find Your Power In Your Pause!