Midlife symptoms can feel confusing, frustrating, and sometimes even frightening. Many women hear the same response when they seek help: “Your labs look normal.” But normal doesn’t always mean your body is functioning well. In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa sits down with functional health practitioner and author Claudine François to unpack what’s really happening in the body during perimenopause and menopause. Together they explore why symptoms are actually powerful clues, how stress impacts hormones, and why supporting the whole body—not just one hormone—is essential during midlife. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or like your body suddenly changed overnight, this conversation will help you understand what may be happening and where to start. Episode Highlights: • Why traditional hormone blood tests often miss the bigger picture • The difference between medical lab ranges and functional ranges • Why symptoms should be treated as clues rather than annoyances • The impact of chronic stress on hormones and resilience • Why mineral depletion is common in midlife • Simple ways women can begin supporting their bodies today Key Takeaways: Symptoms are communication. Your body uses symptoms to signal where support is needed. Hormones don’t operate in isolation. Gut health, minerals, stress, sleep, and metabolism all impact hormonal balance. Midlife is a biological transition. Just like puberty, the body is changing and needs new forms of support. You can’t out-hustle exhaustion. Trying to push harder often worsens the underlying imbalance. Connect with Claudine François: 🌐 Websitehttps://yourmidlifebodycode.com 📖 BookThe Midlife Body Code 📸 Instagramhttps://instagram.com/ingoodcleantaste 📸 Instagram (personal account)https://instagram.com/claudine.r.francois 📘 Facebookhttps://facebook.com/claudine.francois.52 📝 Bloghttps://claudine-francois.com/blog Connect with Lisa: 🌐 Websitehttps://liberatedmenopause.ca 📸 Instagramhttps://instagram.com/lboate 📘 Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/leaninfindyourwayhome/ 👥 Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/245092311417467📧 [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices