The Forties Formula
The Forties Formula is an award-winning podcast that blends science, soul, and sass to help women thrive in their forties and beyond. Hosted by health strategist Jasmin Dhillon and metabolic health coach Amanda Lim, it covers wellness, nutrition, and mindset. The podcast was named Best Health & Wellness Podcast in Asia 2025 and is featured by CNA as one of Singapore's best podcasts for women.
Episodes
WE INTERVIEWED 100 WOMEN OVER 40 – AND WERE SHOCKED BY WHAT WE FOUND
Is your 40s a crisis… or the most powerful reset of your life? In this milestone Episode 100 of The 40s Formula, we flip the script and answer the question we’ve asked every guest: What actually works in your forties? After 100 episodes and countless expert insights, we distill everything into one clear roadmap: the Body Fix, the Mind Fix, and the Life Fix.We cut through diet culture, burnout, peo
Modern Parenting Styles: Rethinking Tiger Parenting and Western Approaches
Is the "Tiger Mom" approach actually damaging, or is Western parenting too permissive? In this episode of The Forties Formula, we sit down with conscious parenting coach Cornelia Dahinten and Anabel Chew to dismantle the myths surrounding Asian parenting versus Western styles.---------CHAPTERS00:00 – Episode Snippet03:38 – Traditional vs Modern Parenting Styles13:48 – Sponsor Break: Cozy Earth18:4
Is It Perimenopause or Iron? Understanding Midlife Fatigue and Low Ferritin
Most women in their 40s are told their fatigue, brain fog, and low energy are “just hormones,” but iron deficiency is often the missing piece. In this episode, we explain why iron status plays a critical role in energy, focus, and overall performance in midlife.Family physician DR. TASH MIRANDO joins us to unpack how iron functions as the body’s oxygen transport system, why low ferritin can look l
How to Project Confidence at Work When Perimenopause Is Undermining You From the Inside
Most women are judged within seconds of entering a room—before saying a single word. In this episode, we reveal the science of nonverbal communication and how to be confident instantly without faking it.Nonverbal specialist Pamela Puja Kirpalani joins us to unpack why body language shapes authority more than words. We discuss the psychology of first impressions, why "confidence" isn't enough, and
Leaking, Urgency and Pelvic Floor Decline After 40: What Your Doctor Is Not Telling You
Are you dealing with bladder urgency, urinary incontinence, or painful sex in your 40s? You are not alone. In this episode of The Forties Formula, we dive deep into pelvic floor dysfunction—the invisible health crisis affecting women in perimenopause and beyond.Most women prepare for wrinkles and hot flashes, but few are taught about pelvic health. We sit down with PREET SINGH, a pelvic health phy
When Chronic Illness Collides with Career and Motherhood in Your 40s
In this episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with AMY KUNROJPANYA, a global executive and multilingual leader, to talk about the parts of professional success most people do not see. They explore how women manage ambition, leadership and motherhood while contending with chronic pain and women’s health concerns such as endometriosis. Amy shares pract
How to Rebuild Your Fitness and Identity After 40 When Everything Has Changed
In this deeply reflective episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with LAILA WHITE, former Reebok master trainer, fitness company founder, and Mrs. Singapore runner-up, to explore what it truly means to reinvent yourself across seasons of life. Laila reflects on how detours shaped her career, how resilience and discipline became her compass, and why she
How a Dysregulated Nervous System Is Sabotaging Your Parenting and Your Health
❤️ Healing doesn’t begin with answers. It begins with awareness of the body, the patterns, and the stories we’ve been carrying far longer than we realize.In this deeply reflective episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with NUR ADAM, , a trauma-informed therapist and somatic healing practitioner, to explore the powerful and often misunderstood dynamics
Walking for Mental Health: How Daily Steps Build Confidence and Calm in Your 40s
❤️ Growth rarely begins with dramatic transformations. More often, it starts quietly, with a single decision repeated over time.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with AMELIA BAILEY, founder of the Happy Girl Movement, to talk about how a simple daily walk became a powerful anchor for mental health, confidence, and self-trust. Am
Why Women in Their 40s Stop Tolerating Things They Used to Accept — and Why That Is Healthy
❤️ "Your body is incredible; treat it well and it will give back."In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim share a collection of honest moments from women who have previously joined the show, all answering one simple question: What’s your 40s formula? Their reflections speak to the quiet questions many women ask in this decade, especially when
Hormonal Hair Loss After 40: What Is Actually Causing It and What Works
💇♀️“Your hair isn’t just about style; it’s deeply connected to identity, confidence, and the season of life you’re in.”In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with TONI OVENDEN , a seasoned hair expert, educator and Founder of Love Hair HK & SG, to unpack the powerful relationship between hair, hormones, life transitions, and sel
Why Teeth Grinding and Jaw Pain Spike in Perimenopause — and How to Stop It
“Stress isn’t always the culprit; sometimes the problem is literally right under your tongue 👅.”In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with VERONICA ONG, a nutritionist, bodywork practitioner, and founder of Nourish Naturally and The Holistic Space by Nourish Naturally to uncover a surprising culprit behind fatigue, stress, poor sleep
How to Stop Fighting Your Body After 40 and Start Working With It
💪🏿 “Strength, health, and self-respect are achieved not for anyone else’s approval, but for the fulfillment of living authentically in your own body.”In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with comedian MELISSA SARAH WEE, founder of Guilty Pleasure by M.S.W, lifestyle and fitness enthusiast, and experienced personal trainer. Melissa s
WHAT AN EAR DOCTOR WANTS EVERY WOMAN OVER 40 TO HEAR
👂 "Take care of your ears today, they are the gateway to connection, clarity, and confidence."In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with comedian DR. REBECCA HEYWOOD, a leading Ear and Hearing Surgeon in Singapore.Rebecca joins us to break down the signs of age-related hearing loss, the impact of tinnitus, vertigo, and sudden hearing
The Physiological Reason Women in Their 40s Struggle to Say No
“Life doesn’t follow a straight line, and sometimes the funniest, most meaningful moments come from the unexpected twists, personal growth, and everyday chaos of parenthood and career.”In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with comedian SASHA FRANK, whose career and personal life have evolved through marriage, motherhood, and moving
Building a Purpose-Led Brand Through Sustainable Fashion
“Passion isn’t always a straight path. Sometimes it takes years of struggle, wrong turns, and family expectations before you find the space to create what you truly love.”In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with creative duo BEATRICE NANNINI and NAVEEN MURUGAN, founders of Raja Rani, a sustainable fashion brand that blends music, c
A Mother’s Fight After Parental Child Abduction
In this heart-breaking episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DAYLIN LIMONTE, a devoted mother whose life was forever changed when her son, Caleb, was taken by his father and never returned. What began as a routine weekend visitation turned into a years-long cross-border fight that tested every limit of her faith, strength, and endurance.With hone
Why Chasing Happiness Makes Women in Their 40s More Miserable — and What Works Instead
Happiness often feels like a finish line we’re all running toward, something to be achieved, earned, or chased. Yet, as life unfolds–especially in our 40s–that chase can feel exhausting.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with SHA-EN YEO, a renowned Positive Psychology practitioner, two-time TEDx speaker, and upcoming author, to e
Why Women in Singapore Struggle With Body Image — and the Cultural Pressure Behind It
💪🏾 Strength isn’t only built in the gym. It’s found in every woman who chooses to live fully, truthfully, and unapologetically.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with CHERYL TAY, body confidence advocate and founder of Rock The Naked Truth. Cheryl opens up about her journey from disordered eating and perfectionism to radical self
No.1 Lifestyle Doctor Warns Women of the Dangers of Menopause
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 he
Hypnotherapist Claims Breathing Can Heal Your Trauma
🫀 You don’t have to stay in survival mode. The same body that holds your stress also holds the key to your peace.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with ANGEL PHUA, a Singapore-based somatic intuitive hypnotherapist with over 15 years of experience in the wellness space. With a background in psychology and nervous system regulat
The Physical Impact of Grief on Your Body — and How to Recover
🌷 The silence of stillbirth carries a weight words cannot capture, yet within it blooms an unbreakable bond that transforms loss into love.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with JAYNE STREET, a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing. A former lawyer turned fitness studio owner, she is now pursuing a Masters of Couns
Beauty Doctor Reveals How To Look Younger in Your 40s
🍷 Aging is inevitable, but how we care for ourselves along the way can either accelerate the process or allow us to age like fine wine.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. CHAI LING LOW, a Singapore-based aesthetic doctor and founder of SW1 Clinic. With over 20 years of experience, she’s known for her science-led approach
Nutritionist Exposes The Food Lies Keeping Women Sick, Tired, and Stuck in Their 40s
🥗 What you eat today shapes how you feel, move, and live tomorrow.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with JIEUN WRIGLEY, a clinical nutritionist and Founder of Rapid Nutrition Therapy who helps uncover the root causes of chronic symptoms and empowers people to restore balance through a personalized, food-first approach.Jieun brea
Financial Advisor Shares The Biggest Money Mistakes Women Make
💰 Money habits are written early in life, but they can always be rewritten with discipline and vision.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with ALEXIS LIVANES, financial advisor and money coach with over a decade of experience helping professionals and families reshape their financial futures. With clarity and practicality, Alexis
Sex Doctor Shares How to Have The Best Sex of Your Life
🔥 Sex is the bridge to yourself and your partner, a journey of connection, intimacy, and self-discovery.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast — winner of Best Health & Wellness Podcast in Asia 2025 —, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. ANGELA TAN, sexual wellness specialist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples in their most
CEO Reveals The Dark Side of Corporate Life
🌿 Life doesn’t always follow the path we expect, and sometimes it shakes everything we thought we knew about ourselves.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with UMA THANA BALASINGAM, leadership coach, founder of RAW with Uma, and one of LinkedIn’s top voices in Asia. With raw honesty and courage, Uma shares her journey of identity,
Stop Eating Sugar: Simple Hacks That Make it Easy
The dopamine hit from sugar can feel like a reward, but the more you chase it, the more your brain demands.The Forties Formula Podcast is a finalist in the 2025 Asia Podcast Awards! 🥳 We’d love your support — please take a moment to vote for us in the People’s Choice category here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AsiaPodAwds2025PplChoiceIn this eye-opening discussion, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amand
Can Homeopathy Treat Menopause Symptoms? Doctor Explains Natural Relief for Women 40+
🌿 Homeopathy doesn't just treat symptoms, it seeks the root, the reason, and the real you behind the imbalance.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. RUKSHIN SHAH, a seasoned pediatric homeopath based in Singapore with deep expertise in childhood neurological conditions and autism spectrum disorders.Together, they explore ho
FIGURING OUT FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS IN YOUR FORTIES
“The best friendships are mirrors reflecting your growth, not shadows competing with your light.”In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with SHIREENA SHROFF MANCHHARAM, the visionary Founder and Principal Consultant of Sheens Consulting and the creator of the mental health movement Getting to Happy and ANJU CAWTHRA, a dynamic communi
Stop People Pleasing! Ex-MTV VJ Marissa Nasution on Setting Boundaries in Your 40s
Society praises the woman who holds everything together but rarely asks what it costs her to keep performing.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with MARISSA NASUTION, a Research Psychologist, Coach, Speaker and emotional education specialist dedicated to raising awareness, educating, and empowering women to set healthy boundaries
Can Menopause End Your Career? Navigating Symptoms & Success in Corporate Life
Forget the stereotypes, menopause isn’t just night sweats and mood swings. It’s a real challenge that’s changing how women work, lead, and live.In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with LISA TARQUINI, a UK Registered Nutritionist and Licensed Menopause Champion dedicated to raising awareness, educating, and empowering people impact
Hormone Havoc Over 40? Functional Nutritionist Reveals Hidden Triggers With Your 'Healthy' Diet
🎙️ Hormones are only part of the story, stress, diet, and lifestyle play the leading roles in how we feel.In this heart-opening episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with JO BROWNLOW, a certified Functional Medicine Health Coach and Bootcamp Trainer passionate about helping women reclaim their health through balance, nourishment, and rest.Together, we
Stop Using Filters! How to Embrace Your Authentic Self in an AI World
🎙️ Your story has power, and you get to choose how it’s told.In this heart-opening episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with CHRISSIE CHOO, a speaker, educator, mindset coach, and the go-to guide for anyone ready to reframe their story and reclaim their voice.Together, they explore how pain can point us toward purpose, why storytelling isn’t just for
Why Strength Training Changes Everything for Women Over 40 — and Why You Keep Finding Reasons Not to Start
Self-worth isn’t up for debate even on your heaviest days.In this thought-provoking episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with LAURA PHILLIPS—Asia’s only genetics-based coach and the woman behind countless midlife glow-ups.Together, they explore why high-achieving women struggle to prioritize their wellbeing, how shifting your beliefs can unlock lasti
Why Emotional Exhaustion Feels Physical in Your 40s — and How to Recover
🪞 What if empathy wasn’t just a soft skill—but a superpower?In this thought-provoking episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with MIMI NICKLIN—empathy advocate, bestselling author of Softening the Edge, and global voice for conscious leadership. Together, they unpack the emotional weight women carry in midlife, and how reclaiming empathy—for ourselves
The Hidden Physical and Career Cost of Motherhood — One High-Performer's Story
Ever felt like it’s “too late” to switch gears, change lanes, or start from scratch? Singaporean celeb Claire Jedrek would like a word with you.In this energising episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with motorsport athlete, media personality, and mother CLAIRE JEDREK to talk about what it really means to live life in chapters—and how to unapologetic
"Adolescence" Netflix: Raising Healthy Men In a Toxic World | The Real Crisis Facing Our Sons Today
If you watched the Netflix show Adolescence in shock and awe - you're not alone. And if you're the parent of boys, it probably hit harder than you thought - at least it did for us.In this Father’s Day special episode - and a Forties Formula first! - Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim welcome their debut male guest: DR. NEIL FORREST, GP and dad of two, alongside returning guest DR. EMMA WADDINGTON, clin
"My Clutter Almost Killed Me": Is Your Messy Home Making You Sick & Burnt Out?
You’re not imagining it—your overflowing junk drawer might actually be spiking your cortisol.In this refreshing and practical episode, The Forties Formula podcast co-hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with NATHALIE RICAUD, professional home organiser and founder of Get Organised & Beyond, to talk about how the clutter in our homes isn’t just a visual nuisance—it’s deeply emotional. E
The #1 Killer of Women: Cardiologist Reveals Menopause Heart Disease Risks
Heart disease? That’s a “man’s issue,” right? Wrong.In this truth-bomb-packed episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. JEANNE ONG —cardiologist, CrossFitter, and all-around powerhouse—to shatter the myth that women are safe from heart disease.From hidden symptoms and high blood pressure to how exercise really protects your heart, this is the no-
Neuroscientist Diagnosed with a Brain Tumour: Her Story Will Shock You
Can you imagine the irony of being a neuroscientist having studied tumours your entire academic career - and then being told, in your thirties, that you have a brain tumour?Fast forward five years, having healed your brain tumour - only to be diagnosed again with a spine tumour. This is the real-life story told today on The Forties Formula podcast.Hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with
WHY LIFE AFTER 40 IS JUST THE BEGINNING
If you think life after 40 means cardigans, early retirement, and fading into the background: think again.In this inspired episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Amanda Lim and Jasmin Dhillon sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur Preethi Sanjeevi, CEO and co-founder of GREYTT, to break down what late midlife looks like today—and why we’ve had it all wrong.From smashing myths about aging to
WORKPLACE BURNOUT IS REAL - AND WOMEN ARE PAYING THE PRICE
If you’ve ever cried in the office bathroom, worked through exhaustion, or said “I’m fine” while your insides screamed otherwise—this episode is for you.In this validating conversation on The Forties Formula, hosts Amanda Lim and Jasmin Dhillon sit down with Dr. Maleena Suppiah to talk about the burnout epidemic among women, and how it’s fuelled by perfectionism, people-pleasing, and a culture tha
ADHD IN WOMEN OVER 40: THE SIGNS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED
You keep losing your keys, missing appointments, and wondering why everyone else seems to be holding it all together—but maybe it’s not just chaos or poor time management. What if your brain is just wired differently?In this validating episode of The Forties Formula, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim are joined by Dr. Emma Waddington, a clinical psychologist and founder of Us Therapy, to unpack
How Perimenopause Increases Divorce Risk — and What to Do Before It Gets There
Divorce isn’t the end of your story—it might just be the beginning of the most self-empowered chapter yet.In this episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with SHUMEI HOON, a seasoned family lawyer, and SOPHIE LEUNG, a trauma-informed confidence coach, to explore divorce through both legal and emotional lenses.If you’ve ever wondered how women navigate i
WHY WOMEN STILL STRUGGLE WITH MONEY - AND HOW TO FIX IT
It’s not just our bodies that change in our 40s—it’s our relationship with time, identity, and money. Whether you’ve spent the last decade growing a career, raising a family, or navigating both, chances are you’ve felt the weight of financial uncertainty – and the shame that often comes with it.In this candid episode of The Forties Formula podcast, co-hosts Amanda Lim and Jasmin Dhillon sit down w
Body Talk Therapy: Heal Autoimmune & Chronic Stress Naturally (No Surgery!)
What if your body already knew how to heal itself—if only you learned how to listen?In this powerful episode of The Forties Formula, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim explore Body Talk, a holistic healing method that bridges science and intuition. Joined by certified Body Talk practitioners Sufen Paphassarang and Rieke Hartwell, we dive into the philosophy of whole health care—where true healin
Why Loneliness Peaks for Women in Their 40s — and the Health Consequences of Ignoring It
FROM LONELINESS TO CONNECTION: FINDING PURPOSE IN YOUR FORTIES WITH SIMONE HENGWhat if success didn’t mean pushing harder but instead finding true connection? What if we chose lives that moved us more toward human connection and away from isolation and loneliness?Hosts Jasmin Dhillon & Amanda Lim sit down with SIMONE HENG, a radio host turned author and global keynote speaker who made the bold
What a Bipolar Diagnosis in Your 40s Actually Looks Like — and How to Rebuild
What’s it like to experience the highest highs and the lowest lows – often without knowing which is coming next?Adults living with bipolar struggle with emotional regulation and often feel powerless to control their manic or depressive symptoms – which is why author and speaker ANDREA BRANKIN joins Amanda Lim and Jasmin Dhillon on the forties formula to help other bipolar women find solutions.Worl
Why High-Achieving Women in Their 40s Hit a Wall — and How to Stop Giving Until You're Empty
Have you ever been in the presence of a woman whose energy elevates everything – and everyone – in the room?Behold, the Elite Alpha – she’s a force, a superpower, a collective field of a woman ready to take on the world. Some of us identify with her, some of us want to be her, and some of us are exhausted by the thought of her – but energy optimization coach ELIKA TASKER has a lot to say about her
The ONE Thing You’re NOT Doing for Menopause Relief (And Why It Matters)
There’s no “medal” for getting through menopause – so why are so many women pushing themselves to the brink of stress, exhaustion and burnout trying to manage it?Author, yogi and wellness advocate CHERYL KENNEDY MACDONALD has a different solution for women suffering in the throes of menopause: slow down, stop the comparisons, and focus only on what you need to do to find your version of comfort du
The Single Lifestyle Change That Delivers the Most Health Results After 40
High-performing women have mastered the productivity game – achievement, success, and performance are seemingly in their DNA.So why do so many of these women arrive in their forties feeling stressed, burned out and unwell?The answer might surprise you – and avoiding this common mistake is the specialty of wellness expert DIANA KRAEMER (co-founder of @rekoop.asia, Asia’s first wellness social club)
How to Prepare for 40: Everything Women Need to Know!
Are you approaching 40 and wondering what’s next? Do you feel pressure to have it all figured out—your career, finances, health, and happiness? If you’re in your late 30s and feeling the weight of this milestone, this episode is for you.In this episode of The Forties Formula, we sit down with Adora Sarah—a marketing powerhouse, radio host, and soon-to-be 40-year-old—who is actively preparing for t
STRUGGLING WITH LOW SEX DRIVE? FIX IT NOW!
Have you ever thought, Why don’t I want sex anymore? or Is my relationship doomed because my libido has changed? Know this: you’re not alone!In your 40s, life is full—career, kids, stress, and changing hormones can make intimacy feel like another thing on your to-do list.But what if you could reignite desire, feel confident in your body, AND improve your sex life?In this raw and real episode, Jasm
WHY MARRIAGES BREAK DOWN: AND HOW TO SAVE YOURS
Is your marriage facing unexpected challenges in your 40s? You're not alone— 40% of divorces happen after age 40 – but even if not headed for the big D, women in their forties are bound to experience some rough patches in their marriages during this decade.From trying to find “pockets of peace” in jam-packed days to unlearning the tendency to “keep score” against your partner, marriage counsellor
The Evidence-Based Method That Cuts Chronic Disease Risk in Women Over 40
Feeling tired no matter what you eat? Struggling with stubborn belly fat? Worried about inflammation, heart health - or your metabolism slowing down?What if you could slash your risk of chronic disease and take control of your health—starting today?In this episode of The Forties Formula podcast, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with DR. MIINA ÖHMAN, a board-certified lifestyle medicine
The Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Disease in Women Over 40
Do you snore? Wake up with a dry mouth? Are you using mouthwash every day? What if we told you that your oral health routine might be doing more harm than good?In this eye-opening episode of The Forties Formula podcast, we’re joined by DR. SURINDER ARORA, a renowned biological dentist, to explore the surprising ways your oral health impacts your overall well-being. Our conversation covers:• Why da
HOW I QUIT ALCOHOL…FOREVER
Did you already blow it on your Dry January attempt? Do you consider yourself sober curious – but not sure if the jump to full teetotaling is for you? Are you convinced you “don’t drink that much” – but wonder whether what you DO drink is holding you back?Join three top women’s self-improvement podcast hosts – Jasmin Dhillon, Amanda Lim, and our guest MICHELLE O’BRIEN – in conversation about the c
ADD DECADES TO YOUR LIFE: THE LONGEVITY SECRET
If you put on your clothes from twenty years ago – would they fit? How old do you feel, right now? And if you knew exactly how to extend the length and quality of your life – would you do it?World-renowned longevity expert and co-founder of @chi_longevity PROFESSOR ANDREA MAIER asks these tough questions – and offers science-backed answers – in this thought-provoking season 4 opener of The Fortie
Oops, We Did It Again — BTS - Podcast Ad Bloopers (Bonus!)
Oops, We Did It Again — Behind-the-Scenes Podcast Ad Bloopers (Bonus!)Ever wondered what really happens when we hit record on our podcast ads? Spoiler: it's not all smooth sailing.In this quick (and hilarious) 2-minute bonus episode, Jasmin Dhillon & Amanda Lim are pulling back the curtain and sharing our most ridiculous bloopers from ad recording — from stomach growls mid-sentence to totally
WHY YOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION WILL FAIL
Why Your New Year's Resolution Will Fail - do this instead!In this Season 4 kickoff episode of The Forties Formula, nutritionist Jasmin Dhillon and coach Amanda Lim tell you exactly how to convert your 2025 goals into results. Whether you're focusing on health, fitness, or personal growth, this episode is your ultimate guide to making meaningful change that sticks.What You’ll Learn:• The real reas
HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT AFTER 40?
What does it take to lose major weight after 40 – and keep it off? Weight loss success story and women’s wellness coach TERRY TATEOSSIAN lost 80 pounds (36kg) at age 42 and never looked back, overcoming everything from the “heaviest weight in the gym” (the front door!) to “emotional starvation” to an acute case of imposter syndrome.Her story will inspire women who want to change unhelpful thought
HOW TO LOOK YOUR BEST IN PERIMENOPAUSE
If you’re murky about muscle, frustrated with fat and baffled by body composition – let the expertise of strength coach and nutritionist CHARLIE THAKRAR set the record straight for you in a tidy half-hour episode of the forties formula podcast.Covering everything from finding your “why” in wellness to busting the myth of getting “bulky” with strength training, Charlie talks us through:• The import
HOW THIS MAMA OF 3 BUILT A MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS
It takes a village to raise a child – but what does it take to raise three kids, start three wildly successful businesses, and pivot around a pandemic and an international move along the way?Serial entrepreneur and mum CHRIS EDWARDS imparts the most important lessons learned along her “mumpreneurial” and parenting journeys including:• Building authentic businesses that also align with your persona
What Happens When You Open Your Marriage in Your 40s? Sex Expert Reveals ALL!
Feel like the spark has fizzled from your long-term relationship…but perhaps, opening up your marriage might be the key to saving it?We talk through the often-taboo topics of polyamory, open relationships, and sexual consent with sex and art therapist DIAN HANDAYANI in this week’s hot-off-the-presses episode of @thefortiesformula.With a gentle, nonjudgmental and exploratory approach, we cover:• wh
INSIDE THE FEMALE BRAIN: THE NEUROSCIENCE OF OUR MIND WITH DR SARAH MCKAY
In this episode of The Forties Formula, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim are joined by neuroscientist Dr. Sarah McKay to dive into the science of the female brain. Dr. McKay unpacks myths, misconceptions, and the unique characteristics of the female brain, from hormonal influences to the impact of societal expectations. She also discusses how our brains evolve through puberty, pregnancy, and me
SHEDDING THE LIGHT ON MIDLIFE HAIR LOSS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT!
In this episode of The Forties Formula, we delve into a topic that hits close to home for many women—midlife hair thinning. As women enter their 40s and beyond, they may start to notice changes in their hair, from thinning to increased shedding. Hormonal shifts, stress, and lifestyle changes all contribute to these unwelcome transformations. But is there hope for restoring your locks?To answer the
FEEL LIKE YOURSELF AGAIN: NEW APPROACHES IN PERIMENOPAUSE MANAGEMENT
Entrepreneur and mum SARA EASTWOOD knows a thing or two about being blindsided by hormonal changes. Her personal experience of nearly swerving off the road from severe heart palpitations while driving with her two young children in the car would convince even the most skeptical that yes, perimenopause is real. But how can we handle it? And moreover – what if we aren’t quite ready to dive into th
What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know About Breast Cancer Screening
In this special Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode, we sit down with Isabel Galiano, a two-time cancer survivor and certified health coach. Isabel shares her personal journey through two separate breast cancer diagnoses, how it shaped her approach to health, and her inspiring work with others facing similar challenges.We discuss:• The emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis and how Isabel found st
THE BOOZY TRUTH: ALCOHOL & HEALTH IN OUR FORTIES - WHY YOU CAN'T DRINK LIKE YOU USED TO
Yesterday (October 2) was World No Alcohol Day, and for good reason – too much alcohol affects our health in a lot of negative ways, including sleep interruption, metabolic disruption, and problems in the gut. But is there a safe – or smart – way to consume alcohol, particularly in our forties?DR. TSIN UIN FOONG of @oslerhealth.sg sits down with @thefortiesformula to dish the tea on all things bo
Why Autoimmune Conditions Flare in Perimenopause — and What to Do About It
In this episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin reflects on her long battle with autoimmune disease, having been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s at 23 after years of unexplained symptoms. Alongside functional health experts Dr. Menka Gupta and Dr. Deepika Gopalan, they explore why it takes so long to diagnose autoimmune conditions and how lifestyle, stress, and genetics combine to trigger them. This ins
THE FORMULA FOR THRIVING IN 2025
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