This week on The House of Wellness with Chemist Warehouse on The Breeze, Mel Homer is joined by sexologist Morgan Penn, menopause expert Monica Barnes and resident pharmacist Piyara Perera.
Featured Guest: Morgan Penn
After noticing colleagues gravitating towards her for advice on sex and relationships during her 15-year-radio career, Morgan decided to switch to something that aligned with her natural inclinations and passions. Now, as a somatic sexologist, she fosters conversations around intimacy, urging couples to communicate openly about desires, fears, and boundaries.
Penn introduced listeners to the concept of somatic sexology—a unique approach that emphasises the mind-body connection in the pursuit of a fulfilling sex life.
Morgan discussed how many of us disconnect from our physical sensations due to stress and societal pressures, a challenge particularly prominent among women, and highlighted communication as the cornerstone of lasting relationships.
Featured Guest: Monica Barnes
Monica founded menopause.org.nz to offer much-needed resources for women transitioning through menopause.
Monica shared insights on everything from sleep disturbances to the unexpected joys of perimenopause like improved skin.
Highlighting the lack of menopause-specific training in medical education, Monica urged women to seek practitioners who specialize in menopause for effective support.
Resident Pharmacist Piyara Perera LIVE from Round the Bays
On the ground at 'Round the Bays' in Auckland, Piyara Perera was offering blood pressure checks and lifestyle advice to participants.
Encouraging runners to maintain their electrolyte balance, Piyara noted the importance of pre-and-post-race hydration, emphasising SPF 50 sunscreen under the scorching Auckland sun.
Featured Supplier: Lifestream Magnesium Marine
This week, Mel took a moment to talk about Lifestream Magnesium Marine, a product that can support various aspects of your health.
Factors like stress, a highly processed diet, ageing and alcohol use, can deplete magnesium levels in the body.
Magnesium is essential for over 300 processes in the body and can support muscle relaxation, good quality sleep, nervous system health, energy production and heart health.
Lifestream Magnesium Marine provides an easily absorbed and concentrated dose of elemental magnesium. It’s naturally derived from marine saltwater, rich in elemental magnesium and has over 72 trace elements and minerals that support absorption and health benefits.
Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. Dietary supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet. Lifestream, Auckland.
Listen to the full episode up top and be sure to tune in from 8am on Sunday mornings for The House of Wellness on The Breeze.
