217A Why We Get Sicker in Winter — And How Light Keeps You Healthy

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Menopause Made Easy with Tanya

Tanya Willis

262 episodes

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There is no doubt in my mind that had I not made these changes in my 40’s, I’d be 20lbs heavier, have more belly fat, low in energy, moody & diabetic during my menopause journey. Before 35, I wanted the magic pill to fix me! I was doing A LOT of things right - but uncovered so much & that is what I am going to share with you so that you can make your menopause journey a pleasurable experience! I let go of willpower, deprivation & restriction as strategies to lose belly fat & learned amazing skills I will share with you in this podcast.

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217A Why We Get Sicker in Winter — And How Light Keeps You Healthy

Menopause Made Easy with Tanya

21 minutes 39 seconds

1 month ago

217A Why We Get Sicker in Winter — And How Light Keeps You Healthy

In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore why the darker months — especially from October through March — are the highest-risk time of year for illness, inflammation, low mood, cravings, and fatigue. Drawing from the work of Dr. Robert Seheult (MedCram), we break down how light impacts immunity, hormones, sleep, metabolism, and overall vitality. You’ll learn why humans are biologically designed for bright days, dark nights, and daily natural light exposure — and the simple habits that can help you stay energized, healthy, and grounded even in the deepest winter.

What You’ll Learn

Why winter has significantly higher illness and mortality rates
How low light levels slow your mitochondria, immunity, and metabolism
The circadian-mitochondrial connection: why light is your #1 hormone regulator
Why indoor lighting is NOT enough
How to use natural light, bright indoor light, and red/infrared light
The hidden role of ventilation and humidity
Small daily habits to improve mood, sleep, and metabolic health
How to create “ancestral light rhythms” in a modern world

Key Takeaways

Outdoor morning light is the most powerful daily health habit
Even cloudy winter days beat indoor lighting by 10–50x
Bright days + dark nights = hormonal stability
Movement + daylight = mitochondrial activation
Your environment matters more than you think

Links & Resources

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Follow Vibrantlivingwithtanya on instagram for more metabolism-friendly midlife tips
Free Download: The Winter Light Reset Guide - email tanya@moveyourbody.ca for your copy

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