Want to protect your brain as you age?

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Psychologist and nutrition expert Kimberley Wilson joins Dr Naomi Potter to reveal the diet every woman over 40 should be eating for optimal brain health.

From the truth about caffeine, to the foods that can reduce brain ageing by 11 years, to the diet that can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s, Kimberley shares science-backed, practical advice that every midlife woman needs to hear.

There aren't many conversations out there that could quite literally transform you life, but this is definitely one of them.

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Kimberley's Instagram: @foodandpsych

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Kimberley's YouTube: @FoodAndPsych

Kimberley's Substack: https://substack.com/@foodandpsych

Kimberley's podcasts: https://www.kimberleywilson.co/podcasts

Kimberley's books: https://www.kimberleywilson.co/books

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00:00 – Welcome & why Kimberley blends psychology with nutrition

01:20 – The prison study that proved food can change behaviour

03:25 – How a healthy brain “plays in harmony”

04:19 – Healthy fats for your brain: what they do and why they matter

06:31 – Don’t like fish? The algae supplement option made simple

08:17 – Can we eat fish and still care for the oceans?

09:44 – A daily handful of leafy greens can keep your brain younger

12:07 – Power foods: berries, good olive oil, tea & coffee for focus

14:47 – Coffee truths: benefits, how much, and decaf if you’re sensitive

17:02 – Good vs “not-so-good” fats + an easy brain-friendly way of eating

19:08 – Menopause, oestrogen & why women’s dementia risk is higher

23:32 – What the research says about omega-3s and B vitamins

26:53 – B vitamins made easy: where to get them (incl. B12 if plant-based)

30:53 – Brain fog in menopause: what it is (and isn’t)

32:36 – Hydration hacks: sip smarter to calm stress and think clearer

35:24 – Rethinking stress hormones: fuel for your brain in busy seasons

40:57 – Long-term stress, nutrients & a surprising real-life study

43:38 – Small-but-mighty minerals: zinc, iodine, magnesium

47:28 – How culture shapes how we feel about ageing and menopause

50:31 – Exercise for your brain: why cardio and strength both help

53:08 – Q&A: Is it brain fog or dementia? Signs to look for

55:13 – Kimberley’s Bake Off fun, current projects & what’s next

58:00 – Wrap-up & where to find more help and resources

#nutrition #brainhealth #alzheimers

Think your sex drive has disappeared in midlife? You might be surprised to learn that “sex drive” isn’t even real.

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In this episode of Is It Hot In Here?, Dr Naomi Potter sits down with Dr Karen Gurney, a clinical psychologist, psychosexologist, and bestselling author to reveal what women in their 40s, 50s and beyond really need to know about improving their relationships.

From how much sex you should actually be having, to what we've all got wrong about desire, Karen shares practical advice that every midlife woman should hear.

If you’ve ever worried your sex life is 'broken', this episode will change how you think — and help you rediscover confidence and enjoyment in the bedroom. And it doesn't even have to be tricky! Listen along, take some notes, and be prepared for an almost-instant improvement!

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Karen's Instagram: @thesexdoctor

Karen's clinic: https://thehavelockclinic.com/

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00:00 – Intro to Dr Karen Gurney

00:49 – What a clinical psychologist / psychosexologist actually does

05:06 – How we learned sex wrong: media myths & the standard script

07:21 – The 'three times a week' myth

09:58 – What we get wrong about desire

11:05 – “Sex drive” isn’t a thing: desire redefined

17:22 – Pain, pressure & routine as desire killers

18:48 – Does less sex harm relationships? What the data says

22:40 – The orgasm gap & why the script fails most women

31:18 – The keys to rebuilding desire in long-term relationships

32:34 – Building “sexual currency”: flirting, touch & zero pressure

36:16 – When attempts don’t lead to sex (and why that’s OK)

39:16 – How to start “the talk” without blame

42:23 – Intentional effort: the couples who keep desire alive

47:29 – New relationships in midlife: a chance to reset

49:56 – Lube & toys: why they’re not “cheats"

52:04 – Is culture improving?

53:41 – Listener Question: “I’m happy not having sex — is that OK?”

54:16 – Listener Question: Body confidence after menopause

1:00:01 – Final thoughts

#karengurney #naomipotter #relationshipadvice

Noticed libido changes in menopause? Here's what you can do about it.

In this episode of Is It Hot In Here?, menopause expert Dr Naomi Potter tackles one of the most common — but least talked about — symptoms of menopause: changes to sex drive.

Naomi explains what’s really going on and what you can do about it. She also answers commonly asked questions, such as "will testosterone help?" with help from past guests.

Whether you’re experiencing low libido, painful sex, or just feeling “not yourself” in the bedroom, this conversation is packed with reassurance, expert advice, and actionable tips to help you reclaim pleasure and intimacy in midlife.

Stay up to date with the podcast by following us on Instagram at: @podcast_naomipotter

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Naomi’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568826081861&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=4ZBW1Wvx7aqTigrV&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F18evLF7Fep%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr#

Full episode with:

Louise Boyce: https://youtu.be/9jXAueIS61Y

Davinia Taylor: https://youtu.be/ibEty7gEO2U

Stacey Duguid: https://youtu.be/ZqwcT8IDKNg

Lou Featherstone: https://youtu.be/gmNbixLpI2g

For more information and support about menopause, you can go to: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/

00:00 – Why libido changes in perimenopause and menopause

00:22 – Hormones, relationships and life stressors

00:56 – Can HRT restore sex drive?

01:18 – Breaking the painful sex feedback loop

02:03 – Why libido still matters

02:23 – Testosterone replacement and libido

03:00 – Personal experiences and patient stories

04:16 – What testosterone really does for women

05:14 – Libido and other possible benefits of testosterone

06:21 – Why sex can become painful

07:01 – Testosterone access and NHS barriers

08:26 – Shocking reasons women are refused testosterone

08:50 – When libido spikes instead of drops

10:13 – Hormones, life stage and relationship factors

11:45 – The “wild little sister” of perimenopause

12:53 – Why high libido isn’t always funny

13:20 – Reclaiming sexuality in midlife

14:08 – Why connection and date nights matter

16:01 – Sex drive is more than hormones

16:24 – Why self-pleasure builds confidence

17:21 – Realising how neglect plays a role

17:59 – Feeling sexy for yourself first

18:19 – Boosting confidence with small acts

18:43 – Where to find more menopause support

#hormonereplacementtherapy #hrt #menopause