In this inspiring episode, Dame Prue Leith joins Michelle to share her insights on embracing colour and confidence in midlife, encouraging listeners to experiment with their personal style as a means of self-expression. Prue discusses her philosophy that fashion should be fun and that age should never limit our choices. The conversation then moves to a deeply personal topic: assisted dying. Prue, an advocate for the right to a dignified death, shares her perspective on why this choice should be available and respected. She also introduces her latest cookbook, Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom, which focuses on simple, enjoyable recipes designed to make cooking accessible for everyone.

Key Takeaways:

🎙️ The Power of Colour and Fashion: Embracing colour can boost confidence and help combat feelings of invisibility, making fashion a fun and powerful form of self-expression in midlife.

🎙️ Dignity in Dying: Prue believes that the right to a dignified death is just as important as dignity in life and shares her insights on compassionate options.

🎙️ Accessible Cooking for All: With her latest cookbook, Prue aims to make cooking approachable and enjoyable, especially for those hesitant in the kitchen.

🎙️ Healthy Food for Children: Teaching children to love nutritious food early on is essential for their development.

Episode Resources:

• Life’s Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom by Prue Leith
• This episode is sponsored by Kettlewell – discover your colour palette and feel your best self at kettlewellcolour.co.uk, complete the colour quiz for 15% off your first order.

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Tune in to Prue Leith | Exploring Dignity in Dying and discover inspiring insights on cooking, colour, confidence, and the power of choice in every stage of life.

Colour, confidence, aging, cookbook, cooking tips, assisted dying, dignity, food education, ageism, vibrant fashion

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In this inspiring episode of Two Women Chatting, Michelle sits down with wellness advocate and fitness expert Kate Rowe-Ham for a deep dive into the complex journey of menopause and future proofing our health. Kate shares her insights on how strength training, mindful nutrition and taking charge of personal well-being can transform this life stage. The conversation emphasises the power of health ownership, body confidence, and viewing menopause as a time of growth rather than limitation. Kate and Michelle also bond over their experiences with late ADHD diagnoses, sharing how understanding and embracing their diagnoses has brought a new perspective to midlife.

Key Takeaways:

🎙️ Menopause as a Personal Journey: Every woman’s menopause experience is different, there is no such thing as a ‘menopause workout’ - it’s more about how we factor in our changing surroundings including stress and lifestyle..

🎙️ The Power of Strength Training: Kate emphasises that strength training is particularly beneficial for midlife women, helping with physical strength and confidence, weight, mood and sleep.

🎙️ Taking Control of Health: Owning your health is essential for navigating midlife successfully. Proactive steps can prevent future health issues.

🎙️ Navigating Alcohol and Balance: Kate’s journey with alcohol serves as a reminder of the power of self-reflection and making health-aligned choices.

🎙️ Late Diagnosis of ADHD: Michelle and Kate share how their late ADHD diagnoses brought clarity and new energy to their midlife journeys, empowering them to embrace life with more understanding and focus.

Episode Resources:

• Follow Kate Rowe-Ham on Instagram: @KateRoweHam and @owningingyourmenopause for fitness inspiration and wellness tips.
• MenoMY skincare and supplements for perimenopause and menopause

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Tune in to discover practical ways to embrace this life stage, support your body, and find strength in health, self-discovery, and new perspectives in midlife.

menopause, strength training, health, wellness, nutrition, women empowerment, ADHD, fitness, lifestyle, longevity

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This week on Two Women Chatting, Michelle sits down with Susan Saunders, a renowned brain health coach, to discuss the vital topic of brain health for women over 50. Susan shares her deeply personal journey of caring for her mother with dementia, which inspired her to dive into research on reducing her own risk and helping others do the same. With her expertise, she breaks down the steps we can take to prioritise brain health and offers hope for a healthier future.

Key Insights:

🎙️Prioritising Brain Health: "Susan underscores the importance of taking a proactive, holistic approach to brain health. By focusing on nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and cognitive engagement, we can reduce our risk of dementia and enhance our overall well-being."

🎙️Understanding Brain Fog vs. Dementia: "Normal age-related brain fog differs significantly from dementia symptoms. Susan explains the signs to watch out for and emphasises the importance of seeking medical advice if concerns arise."

🎙️Gut Health and the Brain: "The gut-brain connection is more powerful than many realize. Susan discusses how a healthy diet, rich in nutrients, can significantly impact cognitive function and brain health."

🎙️Menopause as a Time of Growth: "Susan highlights the potential for personal growth and reinvention during menopause. Rather than viewing it as a time of decline, it can be an opportunity for empowerment and positive change."

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About Susan Saunders: Discover more about Susan Saunders and her mission to help women boost their brain power and reduce the risk of dementia.

Website: susansaundershealth.com | Instagram: @susansaundershealth

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Join us for this enlightening episode on 'Clearing the Fog: Boosting Brain Power and Cognitive Function in Midlife' with Susan Saunders!

brain health, dementia risk, women over 50, menopause, brain fog, holistic approach, lifestyle choices, nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, cognitive engagement, environmental factors, normal aging, dementia symptoms, gut health, medications, research

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