Angela dives deep into the intricate relationship between mood, brain fog, neurotransmitters, and hormones, particularly during perimenopause.
Angela dives deep into the intricate relationship between mood, brain fog, neurotransmitters, and hormones, particularly during perimenopause.
In this bitesize, learn how low oestrogen levels can impact key neurotransmitters like dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins, leading to increased anxiety and mood swings.
0:00 – Introduction
4:45 – Why women are more prone to anxiety, depression, and brain-based disorders
7:02 – Menopause brain on PET scans and temporary Alzheimer’s-like patterns
10:25 – Boosting dopamine naturally vs. the social media trap
12:22 – Oxytocin, connection, and confidence during midlife
13:55 – Endorphins from movement, laughter, and sauna
15:01 – Brain recovery tips: gear-shifting, NSDR, and nature walks
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Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Keynote Speaker and Host of The High Performance Health Podcast.
A former corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela regularly gives keynotes to large fitness, health and wellness events including the Health Optimisation summit, The Biohacker summit, Dragonfly live, Elevate Fitness conference and Gaia TV. She also delivers Health Optimisation and Performance Workshops to large multinational corporations and senior leaders with a strong focus on women’s health and burnout prevention.
Angela is also the creator of BioSyncing® a blueprint for high performing women who want to ditch burnout, harmonise their hormones and elevate their life.

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