66 – PMDD and mental health: what’s really going on?
14-05-2026 | 30 Min.
What if severe changes in your mental health were being driven by your hormones? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dr Isabella Sillar, an Australian doctor, who shares her powerful and deeply personal experience of living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Despite being in medical training, Isabella struggled for years with severe symptoms including suicidal thoughts, repeated misdiagnoses and treatments that failed to address the underlying cause. They explore how hormonal fluctuations can influence mental health, why PMDD is so often misunderstood and the consequences of treating symptoms without considering hormones. Isabella also shares how finding the right treatment transformed her life, and how her experience has shaped the way she now supports her own patients. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉 / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ TikTok 👉 / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg
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65 – The truth about food and health with The Happy Pear
12-05-2026 | 30 Min.
What if improving your health could start with what’s on your plate? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dave and Steve Flynn, also known as The Happy Pear, for a refreshing and practical conversation about food, lifestyle and long-term health. Together, they explore how modern diets have changed, why so many of us feel overwhelmed by nutrition advice and how simple, whole foods can have a powerful impact on everything from energy levels to inflammation and hormone balance They also discuss the importance of community, movement and connection, and why small, realistic changes can make a meaningful difference over time. This is an uplifting and accessible episode full of ideas to help you feel better, without overcomplicating things. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us, leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who might find it helpful. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉 / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ TikTok 👉 / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg
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64 – Estrogen: separating fear from fact
07-05-2026 | 32 Min.
Why are so many women still being told estrogen is dangerous? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by oncologist and author of Estrogen Matters, Dr Avrum Bluming, to explore how fear around hormones took hold and why it persisted for so long. They also revisit the evidence behind the Women’s Health Initiative and discuss what it actually shows about risks and benefits. Together, they unpack the role of estrogen in the body and why having the right information is key to making informed choices about treatment. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us and leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who needs to hear it. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉 / @drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ TikTok 👉 / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg
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63 – Hormones, disability and the battle to be taken seriously : Laura Dallison
05-05-2026 | 26 Min.
What happens when you know something isn’t right, but no one will listen? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Laura Dallison, who shares her experience of navigating hormonal changes while living with a physicaldisability. After a spinal cord injury, Laura began experiencing symptoms including brain fog, insomnia and recurrent infections, but was repeatedly dismissed and told she was too young for hormone treatment. Laura explains how she had to advocate for herself to access hormones and how much they’ve improved her health. Together, they discuss why so many women are still not being heard and why having the right information can make all the difference. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us and leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who needs to hear it. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉 /@drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ TikTok 👉 / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg
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62 – How hormones change your brain - Dr Jay Jagannathan
30-04-2026 | 28 Min.
What if the symptoms women are told are down to stress or hectic lifestyles are actually coming from hormone changes in the brain? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by board certified neurosurgeon, Dr Jay Jagannathan, for a fascinating and eye-opening conversation about the role hormones play in brain health. They explore what’s really happening during times of hormonal change such as perimenopause and menopause, and what’s driving symptoms such as memory problems, low mood and brain fog. Together, they unpack the science behindthese changes, including how hormones influence brain structure, neurotransmitters and inflammation. We hope you love the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us and leave a 5-star rating and share it with someone who needs to hear it. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@menopause_doctor Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉 /@drlouisenewsonpodcast LinkedIn 👉 /https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/ TikTok 👉 / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg
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Dr Louise Newson is an award-winning physician, respected women’s hormone specialist, educator, and author committed to increasing awareness and knowledge of perimenopause, menopause, and lifelong hormone health. Each week, Louise dives into the newest research, treatments and hot topic issues, providing accessible, evidence-based information to empower your future health. Joined by fellow experts and special guests, with answers to your burning questions, Louise explores how hormones impact every aspect of our lives.
Described as the “medic who kickstarted the menopause revolution”, Louise aims to empower a generation of women to have a greater understanding, choice and control over their treatment, bodies, minds and future health through their hormones. She is the creator of the award-winning free balance app, a Sunday Times bestselling author and the founder of the Newson Health clinic. With over three decades of clinical experience, Louise is a member of the Royal College of Physicians, a Fellow of the Royal College of GPs, a Visiting Fellow at Cambridge, a regular contributor to academic journals including the Lancet and the British Journal of General Practice, and has been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Health from Bradford University.
DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr Louise Newson or the Newson Health Group.
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