{"podcast":{"title":"Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes","slug":"type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803","podcast_index_feed_id":6369803,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/472698/rss","website_url":"https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/b/0/6/1/b061ac24ed35131416c3140a3186d450/Type_1_In_Midlife_Mktg_For_Libsyn_3000_x_3000_px_1.jpg","author":"Melissa Slemp","episode_count":166,"summary":"The Type 1 in Midlife Podcast is for women navigating hormones and blood sugar through perimenopause, menopause, and aging with type 1 diabetes. Hosted by Melissa Slemp, certified nutritional and hormone health coach, author of Highs, Lows & Hormones, and living with type 1 diabetes for more than 44 years. This show brings honest conversations, practical strategies, and real-life support to women who are tired of feeling dismissed, confused, or alone in their health journey. Inside each episode, you'll learn how hormones impact insulin resistance, sleep, weight gain, stress, energy, metabolism, and blood sugar management during every stage of life. Melissa also brings trusted conversations around the benefits and considerations of hormone therapy, helping women better understand current research, treatment options, symptom relief, and how hormone support may improve quality of life during midlife and menopause. Through lived experience, coaching insight, expert interviews, and faith-filled encouragement, Melissa helps women better understand their bodies, confidently advocate for the care and support they deserve, and feel empowered to make informed health decisions. If you're loo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-06T22:20:00.422674+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 145 - Non-Hormonal Options for Perimenopause & Menopause: What Actually Helps (and What Doesn't)","slug":"ep-145-non-hormonal-options-for-perimenopause-menopause-what-actually-helps-and-what-doesn-t","published_at":"2026-02-16T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803/ep-145-non-hormonal-options-for-perimenopause-menopause-what-actually-helps-and-what-doesn-t","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/type-1-in-midlife-perimenopause-menopause-type-1-diabetes-6369803","url":"https://8a3e4cb9-6bb5-419e-af59-a9022a4482b0.libsyn.com/ep-145-non-hormonal-options-for-perimenopause-menopause-what-actually-helps-and-what-doesnt","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/8a3e4cb9-6bb5-419e-af59-a9022a4482b0/T1IM_145_-_Melissa_Slemp_solo.mp3?dest-id=4006335","summary":"Are there natural or non-hormonal options for managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms— especially if you're living with type 1 diabetes ? This is one of the most common questions I hear from women, and in this solo episode, I'm breaking it down with honesty and realistic expectations. We'll talk about what non-hormonal options can support, where they fall short, and why the goal isn't perfection—but steadiness. I share my own experience navigating perimenopause, plus what I've seen work (and not work) with the women I coach. In this episode, we cover: When non-hormonal options may make sense Prescription options that don't include estrogen or progesterone Why sleep, stress regulation, strength training, and nutrition matter no matter what Herbs and supplements like magnesium, omega-3s, Vitex, black cohosh, and maca—who they may help and who should be cautious Why \"natural\" doesn't always mean safe or predictable How your hormonal stage changes what works I also share why I believe lifestyle support is the foundation—whether you eventually choose hormone therapy, non-hormonal options, or a mix of both. As always, this episode is educational and based on lived experience. Take what you learn here back to your healthcare provider and decide what's right for your body. 🎧 Mentioned in this episode: I'm proud to spotlight Diabetes Sisters , a nonprofit offering education, peer support, and community for women living with diabetes. Visit diabetessisters.org to join—it's free and a wonderful resource. 👉 Want deeper support? Learn more about my Type 1 in Midlife Coaching Circle , where we meet weekly and focus on one area of health each month to support hormones, blood sugar, and long-term wellbeing. https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/joingroupcoaching2026 If you e…","meta_description":"Are there natural or non-hormonal options for managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms— especially if you're living with type 1 diabetes ? 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