Menopause Unscripted Podcast

In this episode of Menopause Unscripted, I’m joined by Dr. Magali, a UK-based medical consultant, public health specialist, and certified menopause coach. Her story is a profound masterclass in resilience, moving from debilitating illness to a complete life transformation.Dr. Magali’s expertise is forged in personal experience. Her health challenges began in 2022 with long COVID and chronic muscle pain so severe she often required crutches. In 2025, at age 37, she faced a second blow: a breast cancer diagnosis. While treatment saved her life, it triggered "treatment-induced menopause" almost overnight—an experience she describes as "jumping off a cliff."Because her cancer was estrogen-sensitive, HRT was not an option. Facing intense hot flushes, anxiety, and cravings, Dr. Magali refused to accept suffering as inevitable.Reclaiming Health Through Lifestyle MedicineDr. Magali dedicated over 500 hours to researching chronic pain recovery and menopause management. By applying evidence-based lifestyle interventions and mindset practices, she achieved extraordinary results:Physical Recovery: She transitioned from struggling to walk to running her first 10K race.Symptom Management: She regained control over menopause symptoms without the use of hormones.Professional Pivot: Her journey inspired her to found Sparrk Life Coaching, where she helps women navigate menopause using lifestyle medicine, NLP, and sustainable behavior change.Key Themes of the ConversationBeyond HRT: For women who cannot take HRT due to medical reasons, Dr. Magali explores essential alternative strategies.Sustainable Habits: Shifting from generic advice to practical habits that fit into busy, midlife realities.Identity & Reinvention: How health crises can serve as turning points to rediscover personal style, confidence, and authenticity.Overcoming Dismissal: Challenging the narrative that menopause symptoms must simply be "endured.Episode HighlightsLessons in resilience from long COVID and chronic pain.Navigating the emotional impact of sudden, treatment-induced menopause.The role of mindset and behavior change in long-term recovery.How midlife offers a unique opportunity for personal reinvention.Dr. Magali’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone feeling dismissed by the healthcare system or overwhelmed by hormonal changes. It is a reminder that even after significant health setbacks, it is possible to restore wellbeing and create a fulfilling life.Connect with Dr. Magali:Website: sparrklifecoaching.comInstagram: @sparrklifecoachingArticles: Brainz Magazine Profile

Show Notes

In this episode of Menopause Unscripted, I’m joined by Dr. Magali, a UK-based medical consultant, public health specialist, and certified menopause coach.


Her story is a profound masterclass in resilience, moving from debilitating illness to a complete life transformation.


Dr. Magali’s expertise is forged in personal experience. Her health challenges began in 2022 with long COVID and chronic muscle pain so severe she often required crutches.


In 2025, at age 37, she faced a second blow: a breast cancer diagnosis.


While treatment saved her life, it triggered "treatment-induced menopause" almost overnight—an experience she describes as "jumping off a cliff."


Because her cancer was estrogen-sensitive, HRT was not an option.


Facing intense hot flushes, anxiety, and cravings, Dr. Magali refused to accept suffering as inevitable.


Reclaiming Health Through Lifestyle Medicine


Dr. Magali dedicated over 500 hours to researching chronic pain recovery and menopause management.


By applying evidence-based lifestyle interventions and mindset practices, she achieved extraordinary results:

  • Physical Recovery: She transitioned from struggling to walk to running her first 10K race.
  • Symptom Management: She regained control over menopause symptoms without the use of hormones.
  • Professional Pivot: Her journey inspired her to found Sparrk Life Coaching, where she helps women navigate menopause using lifestyle medicine, NLP, and sustainable behavior change.

Key Themes of the Conversation

  • Beyond HRT: For women who cannot take HRT due to medical reasons, Dr. Magali explores essential alternative strategies.
  • Sustainable Habits: Shifting from generic advice to practical habits that fit into busy, midlife realities.
  • Identity & Reinvention: How health crises can serve as turning points to rediscover personal style, confidence, and authenticity.
  • Overcoming Dismissal: Challenging the narrative that menopause symptoms must simply be "endured.


Episode Highlights

  • Lessons in resilience from long COVID and chronic pain.
  • Navigating the emotional impact of sudden, treatment-induced menopause.
  • The role of mindset and behavior change in long-term recovery.
  • How midlife offers a unique opportunity for personal reinvention.

Dr. Magali’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone feeling dismissed by the healthcare system or overwhelmed by hormonal changes.


It is a reminder that even after significant health setbacks, it is possible to restore wellbeing and create a fulfilling life.


Connect with Dr. Magali:

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What is Menopause Unscripted Podcast?

Welcome to the Menopause Unscripted Podcast.

I'm Farah Kariamburi, your Belly Blaster Menopause Coach and creator of the Meno-Fit Fat Loss Method, tailored for menopausal women.

As an expert in deep health, I aim to offer professional women simple, effective tips to boost body confidence and regain control during menopause.

Each episode is dedicated to fostering healthier habits, steering clear of temporary fixes like fad diets and pills, for enduring weight loss.

So, grab your cuppa or bring me along on your walk, as we journey towards sustainable results together.