Hot And Healthy With Nicole Van Hattem | Mindset | Nutrition | Success | Fitness | Health | Lifestyle

Alcohol is woven into our social lives — from Friday nights to celebrations — but in midlife, it doesn’t play by the same rules. In this episode, Nicole van Hattem explores how alcohol affects perimenopause and menopause symptoms, long-term health, and what you can do to reduce or stop drinking if you choose. You’ll discover: How alcohol can worsen hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disruption. The connection between alcohol, breast cancer risk, and bone health. Why the “red wine is good for your heart” story is more complicated than it seems (including Mayo Clinic insights on resveratrol). How to know what’s “too much” for YOU, regardless of the guidelines. Simple swaps, alcohol-free alternatives, and steps to recover if you’ve been drinking more than you’d like.