Menopause Unplugged

About Menopause Unplugged

This is the podcast that tells women the truth about perimenopause — what's actually happening in their body, why the standard approach stops working, and what a properly adjusted strategy looks like. Hosted by Nikki Oliveira — certified Menopause Support Coach, Personal Trainer and author of Perimenopause: The No-BS Guide to Hormones, Health and Taking Back Control. Real conversations. Real stories. No noise. 📖 Book: https://amzn.eu/d/0g 🌐 www.nikkioliveira.com 📱 Instagram: @nikki.oliveira_ 🤝 Free community: www.community.nikkioliveira.com Perimenopause isn't the problem. Your approach

Publisher

Nikki Oliveira

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Apr 2023

Latest episode

9 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

52 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Jun 2026

   S4, Ep1: Why Trying Harder Is Making Everything Worse

   She was training six days a week. Eating less than ever. Tracking everything. And feeling worse than she had in years. Weight going on around her middle despite a calorie deficit. Exhausted but unable to sleep. Snapping at her kids. Convinced she'd lost her discipline. She hadn't lost her discipline. She'd been applying the wrong approach to a body that had quietly changed — and nobody had told her. In the first episode of Season 4, Nikki introduces Sarah, 44 — a composite case study based on the patterns she sees most consistently in her coaching practice. This episode covers the real reason the scales stop moving, why eating less makesthings worse during perimenopause, and the specific shifts that changed everything for Sarah. Perimenopause isn't the problem. The approach is. What we cover in this episode - Why women who have always been disciplined andconsistent suddenly find nothing is working - The real reason calorie restriction stops producingresults during perimenopause — and makes things actively worse - What chronically elevated cortisol does to fat storagespecifically around the middle - Why the fitness industry's standard advice was neverdesigned for a perimenopausal body - The protein-first approach and why it changeseverything - Why training less, done properly, produces betterresults than training more - The identity shift that sits underneath the physicalsymptoms — and why it matters Links mentioned in this episode Buy the book — Perimenopause: The No-BS Guide toHormones, Health and Taking Back Control: https://amzn.eu/d/0grHTlKA (https://amzn.eu/d/0grHTlKA) Work with Nikki — The Perimenopause Audit (£127) andthe full coaching programme (£597): www.nikkioliveira.com/work-with-me (https://www.nikkioliveira.com/home) Join the RISE Community — free:www.community.nikkioliveira.com (www.community.nikkioliveira.com) Nikki on Instagram: @nikki.oliveira_ (https://instagram.com/nikki.oliveira_) Nikki on Facebook: @mc.nikkioliveira (https://www.facebook.com/mc.nikkioliveira) Nikki on Tiktok: @menopause.coaching (https://www.tiktok.com/@menopause.coaching) Enjoyed this episode? If it resonated, the most helpful thing you can do is share it with one woman who needs to hear it — and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Reviews help other women find the show. Even two sentences makes a difference.

2. 

   6 Jan 2026

   S3 Ep8 - Best Exercise for 2026

   If this episode helped clarify a confusing topic or supported you in making more informed decisions, please leave a review, share it with a friend, or tag me on Instagram. Your support helps these conversations reach more women who need clear, evidence-based information.Limited spaces for 1:1 online coaching now available, please message me to find out more. You can follow my work and reach me over on the following platforms: Email: menopausecoaching@outlook.com Instagram:@menopause.coaching Facebook Page:@nikkimenopausecoach Site:https://pensight.com/x/menopausecoaching

3. 

   23 Dec 2025

   S3 Ep7 - GLP-1 Medications & Menopause

   Episode Overview In this informative and balanced episode, I’m joined by a pharmacist and prescriber of GLP-1 medications, Sehar Shahid to unpack one of the most talked-about topics in midlife health right now — GLP-1 use during perimenopause and menopause. With weight gain, appetite changes, insulin resistance, and metabolic shifts becoming more common during this stage of life, many women are turning to GLP-1 medications for support. In this conversation, we move beyond headlines and social media hype to explore how these medications actually work, who they may be appropriate for, and how they can be used safely and responsibly alongside lifestyle and hormonal considerations. This episode is grounded in clinical experience and honest discussion, helping women feel informed rather than pressured, and empowered rather than confused. What GLP-1 medications are and how they work in the body Why GLP-1 use has increased among perimenopausal and menopausal women How menopause affects metabolism, appetite, and weight regulation Who may be an appropriate candidate for GLP-1 medication Common side effects and menopause-specific considerations Concerns around muscle loss, under-eating, and long-term metabolic health How to protect muscle through adequate protein and resistance training The relationship between GLP-1s, hormones, and HRT The importance of lifestyle support alongside medication Myths and misconceptions about GLP-1 use circulating online Key questions women should ask before starting GLP-1 medication Sehar Shahid is a qualified pharmacist who prescribes GLP-1 medications and works closely with patients to ensure safe, informed, and personalised care. She brings a clinical perspective to a topic that is often oversimplified or sensationalised, helping women understand both the potential benefits and the responsibilities that come with using these medications. Her approach centres on education, realistic expectations, and long-term health — not quick fixes. Connect with Sehar: Instagram: @seharthepharmacist @24hrpharmacy.co.uk Website: www.24hrpharmacy.co.uk Disclaimer This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. GLP-1 medications are prescription-only and are not suitable for everyone. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, including GLP-1s or hormone therapy. Individual needs, medical history, and risk factors should always be considered. Enjoying Menopause Unplugged? If this episode helped clarify a confusing topic or supported you in making more informed decisions, please leave a review, share it with a friend, or tag me on Instagram. Your support helps these conversations reach more women who need clear, evidence-based information.Limited spaces for 1:1 online coaching now available, please message me to find out more. You can follow my work and reach me over on the following platforms: Email: menopausecoaching@outlook.com Instagram:@menopause.coaching Facebook Page:@nikkimenopausecoach Tiktok:@menopausecoaching Site:https://pensight.com/x/menopausecoaching

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