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The Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastHow to Increase Fibre Intake Without Perimenopause BloatingIn part two of the fibre series, Christel shares a gentle, step-by-step method to add more fibre without triggering bloating, gas, or digestive discomfort — especially during perimenopause, when your gut can become more sensitive.You’ll discover why fibre often causes bloating (spoiler: it’s not the fibre itself!), the five golden rules for gut-friendly fibre increases, and how one client transformed her digestion with just three simple changes.If you’ve ever felt like fibre makes your bloating worse, this episode is your roadmap to calm, comfortable digestion in midlife.Key Topics Covered2025-08-0318 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastFibre 101: What It Actually Is and Why Your Midlife Gut Needs It (Part 1 of 3)Confused about fibre? You’re not alone — especially if you’re in perimenopause and navigating IBS, bloating, constipation, or a sluggish gut.In this first episode of the 3-part Fibre Series, we’re going back to basics: what fibre actually is, why it matters so much in midlife (especially for women with IBS), and the three main types of fibre you need to know about — including the one that feeds your gut bugs and supports your immune system, mood, and more.You’ll also hear about:My surprising experience trying to hit 30g of fibre while...2025-07-2017 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastPerimenopause Gut Chaos? The Surprising Way to Calm your GutAre you feeling bloated, gassy, or stuck with unpredictable digestion in perimenopause — no matter what you eat? Maybe you’re wondering: “Why does my gut feel so out of control — and is it really just food causing this?”In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason your gut feels chaotic in midlife — and how your mind, stress levels, and hormones work together to shape every bite you eat.✅ What we’ll cover:The gut-brain connection — your “second brain” and how your gut talks back.Why serotonin drops in perimenopause make your digestion more sens...2025-07-0612 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastBeat Menopause Bloating: Daily Movement That WorksFeeling bloated, constipated, or just off?Your gut might be crying out for movement—but not the intense, sweaty kind.In this episode of The Perimenopause Gutsy Talk Podcast, we explore the second pillar in the 3M Method: MOVEMENT—and why small, gentle actions can make a big difference to your digestion, hormones, and energy.Here’s what we cover:Why your gut responds so well to movement (hint: it’s like an internal massage)What happens in my own body when I skip it—hello bloating, sluggish bowels, and refluxReal-life client sto...2025-06-2215 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastYou Don’t Need Another Diet: How to Eat for a Calmer Gut in PerimenopauseIf your gut feels more reactive than ever and you’re tempted to try yet another diet—pause right here.In this episode of The Perimenopause GUTSY Talk Podcast, we're diving into the first pillar of the 3M Method: MEALS. You’ll learn why constant dieting and elimination plans can actually make bloating, constipation, and gut sensitivity worse in perimenopause—and what to do instead.Whether you’re struggling with IBS, food fears, or just want to feel normal again, this episode will help you:Understand why restrictive diets often back...2025-06-0920 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastWhy Your Gut Feels Worse in PerimenopauseUnderstanding Midlife Bloating, Constipation & Food ReactionsDo you feel like your gut suddenly turned on you in your 40s or 50s?Maybe foods you’ve always tolerated now leave you bloated, your bowels are unpredictable, or you’re constantly uncomfortable—especially around your cycle or after stress.In this short but powerful episode of Gutsy Talk, gut health dietitian Christel Lyell explains why gut symptoms often get worse in perimenopause—and what’s actually going on inside your body.You’ll learn:Why declining estrogen slows digestion and alters gut m...2025-05-2610 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastMeet the Hormones Behind Your Perimenopause Gut IssuesBloating, Constipation & Food Sensitivities in Midlife?Are you suddenly bloated, battling constipation, or finding your usual foods no longer agree with you?You're not imagining it—and you're definitely not alone.In this first full episode of Gutsy Talk, gut health dietitian Christel Lyell dives into how perimenopausal hormone shifts—especially the drop in estrogen—can disrupt digestion, gut motility, microbiome balance, and mood.You'll discover:Why your gut feels "off" in midlifeHow estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and even serotonin play a roleWhat the stress-gut connection really looks likeA practi...2025-05-2619 minThe Perimenopause Gutsy Talk podcastWelcome to Gutsy Talk — Gut Health, Hormones & Real-Life SupportStruggling with bloating, unpredictable bowels, or gut flare-ups that seem to come from nowhere? You’re not alone. I’m Christel Lyell, registered dietitian and gut health specialist — and I know how exhausting it is when no one seems to take your IBS or digestive symptoms seriously.In Gutsy Talk, we go beyond generic advice to explore the real-life challenges women face in midlife — from hormone shifts and gut flare-ups to the emotional toll of being dismissed. Whether it’s constipation, reflux, or that gut-hormone-stress spiral, this podcast is here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered...2025-05-2603 min