On episode #11 of the podcast, my guest is Wendy Battles. Wendy is a 56-year-old African American woman based in Connecticut.

Wendy suffered from fibroids, which eventually led to a hysterectomy. But because she kept her ovaries, she still went through perimenopause. On the show, Wendy explains what perimenopause with no period is like, and how she’s used a combination of natural remedies, as well as diet and exercise, to help manage her symptoms.

Wendy also talks about what she’s learned as the host of the inspirational podcast, Reinvention Rebels – a show that highlights the stories of women ages 50-90 who have reinvented themselves in the second half of their lives – and why she is on a mission to help women redefine aging and embrace their dreams at every stage of life.

I know you’re going to love Wendy's remarkable story, her actionable tips for healthy aging, and her infectious enthusiasm.

Some of the things Wendy shares include:

- Her journey with fibroids

- Why she and her husband decided not to have children

- Why she felt like celebrating after her hysterectomy

- Her experience with anxiety as an unexpected perimenopause symptom

- What diet tweaks she’s made to manage her weight and feel better in her body

- Why gratitude is in her pro-aging toolbox

Links from the Show

To Learn More about Wendy Battles and the Reinvention Rebels podcast, visit the Reinvention Rebels website.

Find Wendy on Instagram @ReinventionRebels

Listen to the Reinvention Rebels Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Lori Tharps shared her story of reinvention – from college professor to the Oprah of Menopause in the South of Spain – on a recent episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast.

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Disclaimer: Lori L. Tharps is not a doctor, nor any other type of medical professional, therefore do not use anything you hear on this podcast as a substitute for verifiable medical advice and information. Always check with your doctor or health care provider if you have any medical questions or concerns regarding menopause or any other health-related issue.