In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. SUNDUS HUSSAIN MORGAN @lifestyledocsingapore , a UK-trained GP with specialist interest in lifestyle medicine and women's health. With years of clinical experience and a passion for helping women thrive through midlife, Dr. Sundus brings a refreshing, science-based approach to women’s health. Together, they unpack the truth about perimenopause, the wellness myths women often fall for, and the simple, powerful habits that truly support hormonal health. From stress and sleep to supplements and strength training, Dr. Sundus offers practical insights every woman in her 40s needs to hear. In this episode, they explore: • When to swap high-intensity workouts for rest and gentler movement • Why strength training and quality sleep are the foundation of midlife health The path to thriving in your 40s isn’t found in quick fixes or miracle powders, it’s built through awareness, strength, and rest. When women start listening to their bodies instead of fighting them, health becomes less about restriction and more about rhythm. --------- CHAPTERS 00:00 – Episode Snippets 03:00 – Health risks awareness 05:18 – The six pillars of lifestyle medicine 09:00 – Clarifying the phytoestrogen debate 11:40 – Fuel Your Forties 13:15 – Strength training 17:40 – Why should I care for my bone health? 19:50 – Advertisement: Guzman Y Gomez 23:00 – Muscle as medicine for the brain 26:33 – Stress management matters 32:03 – How alcohol worsens perimenopausal symptoms 37:35 – Hot or Hype: Perimenopause supplements, red wine, and BMI 40:13 – Advertisement: Cozy Earth 41:06 – Why red wine isn’t the secret to heart wellness 44:00 – The problem with BMI and why body composition matters 45:28 – Smartwatch recovery and stress scores 47:47 – Movement or sleep? 49:40 – Iron infusions and low ferritin 53:21 – The Forties Formula: Seeing perimenopause as a new beginning Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: 🥩 The Meat Club – Get $20 off with code TFF20 🌯 Guzman y Gomez – Where Clean is the New Healthy - 22 restaurants deliver islandwide! 🛏️ Cozy Earth – Sleep comfortably with soft bamboo sheets and cozy pajamas. Use code TFF for 41% off. Free shipping in Singapore over $560 and in the US over $50. ______________ 📘 Free Guide — The Forties Formula E-book Your simple, honest guide to what’s changing in your 40s — hormones, cravings, energy, strength and more.
