Today I am joined by Helen Hyndman and Tracie Miles from the charity Eve Appeal about the importance of understanding gynaecological cancers and the impact of menopause on women's health. Chances are your treatment for gynae cancer has induced menopause. Chances are, that no-one helped you in understanding how you can manage that. We discuss personal experiences with surgical menopause, the significance of pre-surgery planning, and the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

We also touch on the new NICE guidelines and the resources available for women navigating menopause after cancer treatment.

Here are the resources we speak about:

British Gynaecological Cancer society new statement on Management of menopausal symptoms

https://www.bgcs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/BGCS-BMS-Guidelines-on-Management-of-Menopausal-Symptoms-after-Gynaecological-Cancer.pdf

Eve Appeal: https://eveappeal.org.uk/about-us/

NICE 2024 Guidance: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23/resources/menopause-identification-and-management-pdf-1837330217413

https://www.bgcs.org.uk/wp-content/uploas/2024/08/BGCS-BMS-Guidelines-on-Mahttps://www.bgcs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/BGCS-BMS-Guidelines-on-Management-of-Menopausal-Symptoms-after-Gynaecological-Cancer.pdfnagement-of-Menopausal-Symptoms-after-Gynaecological-Cancer.pdf

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

12:24 Oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone balance affects women.

15:46 Surgical menopause: Lack of pre-surgery conversations.

17:40 Finding menopause guidance online, exploring management options.

23:06 Advocate menopause awareness and comprehensive support options.

31:32 Encourage clear communication with GP for support.

34:32 BGCS updates on HRT evidence and guidelines.

38:11 Educating on cancer, menopause, influencing medical research.

42:11 Seek resources and share knowledge on menopause.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Following a really interesting chat in our FB group about the effects of coffee and how we feel after drinking it impacts us - and our menopause symptoms post-cancer, I wanted to go a little deeper into this topic with you today. And I am delighted to have with me, Zain, co-founder of London Nootropics’, a great brand making delicious adaptogenic coffee blends using the highest quality of ingredients. Many of you say you can no longer drink coffee the way you used to, with anxiety and hot flushes worsening. Some of you have stopped drinking coffee, some have changed when they drink it. I’m sure how we react to coffee is a very personal thing.

Let’s take a deep dive into all of this and the potential benefits of adaptogenic coffee - can they really give you all the benefits of regular coffee whilst minimising side effects such as jitters, anxiety and a crash?

For London Nootropics adaptogenic coffee go here https://londonnootropics.com/collections/all and use code: healthywhole for 20% off

For more info on cancer and ashwaganda go here: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/9892/2660/files/LIIMINAL_Naturopathy_Menopause.pdf?v=1727179357

To learn more about how medicinal mushrooms and how they can complement oncology treatments go here: https://hifasdaterra.com/en/we-support-you/

Thanks to our sponsors https://www.madeforlifeorganics.com/ Made For Life Organics - one of the most authentic skin-care brands that I have come across. They are true organic skin care products, hand-blended in Cornwall, with a unique mix of botanical ingredients combining science with nature. Go to https://www.madeforlifeorganics.com/ they are giving our community 20% off with MENO20.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro.

08:31 Adaptogens

10:05 Ashwagandha discussed

19:37 Idea becomes business with adaptogenic coffee blends.

21:35 Choosing best adaptogen depends on source quality.

24:04 Check transparency in mushroom sourcing and compounds.

31:37 Finding calm through afternoon coffee ritual.

37:06 Use "healthywhole" code for 20% discount.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

In this empowering episode, I I want to dive into the reality that, while feeling “lucky to be alive” is a powerful sentiment, it doesn’t always capture the whole story.

Join me as I explore how these feelings of gratitude sometimes make it harder to ask for help, share personal struggles, or seek the support needed for true healing.

So many of you amazing survivors I speak to, myself included, face unanticipated challenges - like the added complexity of menopause - and many are out there feeling alone and looking for holistic support.

We'll uncover ways to balance gratitude with advocacy for your health, find trustworthy resources when medical guidance is lacking, and build a community that truly understands.

Support is here for you:

Join our experts for our Online Menopause And Cancer Festival starting on November 11th 2024, and book your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/menopause-and-cancer-72544601233

You’re not alone, and together, we can build a healthier, more holistic path forward.

Thanks to our sponsors https://www.madeforlifeorganics.com/ Made For Life Organics - one of the most authentic skin-care brands that I have come across. They are true organic skin care products, hand-blended in Cornwall, with a unique mix of botanical ingredients combining science with nature. Go to https://www.madeforlifeorganics.com/ they are giving our community 20% off with MENO20.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro.

05:14 Seek help post-cancer; you deserve support.

08:52 Silent struggles unaddressed.

13:21 Consulted Dr Google.

18:36 Balance information intake; consult doctors, avoid overload.

22:50 Reflecting, reevaluating, balancing missteps for holistic health.

25:43 Embrace gratitude while advocating for your health.

29:34 Online Menopause And Cancer Festival.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub