Lorraine Keane on the health and wellness tips that have helped her through menopause.

In this exclusive interview, renowned broadcaster and lifestyle expert, Lorraine Keane shares her personal journey through menopause and proactive approach to managing symptoms. With her characteristic candour, Lorraine shares insights into the things that have made a significant difference, offering invaluable advice to those navigating the same path.

What Did Winning the Sustainability VIP Style Award Mean to You?
“I was thrilled to be recognised for my work with Fashion Relief. I set it up in 2018 to raise funds for Irish charities, while promoting sustainability. Fashion Relief has raised over €1m to date. My preloved Fashion Relief boutique in the Frascati Centre now raises money for Breast Cancer Ireland. We rely on women donating pieces from their own wardrobes. Fashion Relief also receives support from Irish fashion designers who give us their samples and boutiques and wholesalers all over Ireland also donate their unwanted sale stock to Fashion Relief.”

You Do Good, While Looking Good. What’s Your Secret?
“Honestly, I never made it a secret. I’ve been telling women about my two little capsules of Clearmarine MenoMin every morning for 10 years. I suffered so much before that. I had no idea I was in perimenopause for about five years before I discovered Clearmarine MenoMin in my early 40’s. Taking it helped me so much I had to shout about it – it was, and still is a gamechanger! My hair is better, nails are stronger, my skin is clear. I feel more balanced in myself, more calm, I’m sleeping better so I have more energy. My libido is back. I’m in better form – I just feel more like me.”

Speaking of Winners, MenoMin is Ireland’s No. 1 Clinically Proven Peri and Menopause Supplement for Daily Nutritional Support. How Does It Fit Into Your Overall Wellness Routine?
“The fact that Clearmarine MenoMin has won this award so many times speaks volumes. It’s because it genuinely works that women keep buying it. I would never miss a day. I love when women message me on my Instagram to tell me how much better they feel since taking MenoMin and thanking me for coming out and sharing my story and MenoMin with them. It means the world to me. I am a woman’s woman, there’s no doubt about that, so to be able to help and support other women is extremely important to me. It’s tough being a woman, a girl… so we need to mind each other.”

Beyond Supplements, What Daily Practices Do You Follow to Ensure You Look and Feel Your Best?
“No matter what you take if you don’t get the nutrition right or do the right type of exercise you will not get results. I eat a lot of protein, fibre, pulses, green vegetables and do weight resistance exercises and reformer Pilates. During perimenopause and menopause, we lose around 30-40% of our muscle mass and bone density. So, it is vital that we look after our bone health. I take Cleanmarine Bone Factors every night now too (two little capsules before bed). It’s great because it has all the vitamins and nutrients I need for my current and future bone health, but it also contains magnesium which I find helps me sleep.”

Shorter Days Can Affect Mental Health. How Do You Maintain a Positive Mindset During the Autumn Season?
“I am a person who needs light. When I get light and sunshine, I feel like my batteries have just been charged. It gives me energy. The autumn can be beautiful here, but we also get a lot of dark, grey days so I plan long weekends away. Even just a city break in a cold country with blue skies lifts my spirits.”