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The Supplement Most Women Aged 40+ Need
I’m generally a food-first dietitian (I aim to get my clients meeting their nutritional needs through whole foods, rather than relying on nutritional supplements). But through my own personal journey with Perimenopause and the extensive research I’ve done, there is one supplement that I personally take regularly AND now tend to recommend to most of […]
The Midlife Symptom No One Talks About
The Unspoken Symptom Perimenopause has been getting plenty of airtime in recent years, after centuries of it being swept under the carpet and only mentioned occasionally in hushed tones. And thank goodness for that, because understanding what’s happening to our bodies is the first step to actually feeling better. Knowing the symptoms of Perimenopause is […]
Beyond Protein: More Nutrition Tools for Navigating Perimenopause
Welcome back to Nutrition and Perimenopause! In Part 1 of the Nutrition and Perimenopause story, we covered three key nutrients (protein, phytoestrogens, and omega-3 fats) that can help support your body through the ups and downs of perimenopause. You can find that blog article here. But there’s more to the picture. As hormones continue to shift, […]
The Midlife Nutrition Shift: What to Eat in Perimenopause
How knowing What to Eat in Perimenopause can help your hormone journey Perimenopause: the hormonal rollercoaster that often sneaks up on us somewhere in our 40s (though it can begin earlier). You might notice changes in mood, sleep, energy levels—or feel like your usual approach to food and exercise isn’t quite cutting it anymore. If […]
Healthspan – Add Life to your Years
Want to feel good for longer? Let’s talk about healthspan and prevention medicine. We all know about lifespan — the number of years we live. But healthspan is a term that deserves more attention. It refers to the years we live in good health, free from serious illness or disability. And we can help increase it through quality prevention […]
Why restrictive diets don’t work (and what you should do instead)
When your weight or body composition changes, it can be tempting to skip meals, restrict your eating or “be good” for a wee while.
EAT Granola Bark
What even is Granola Bark? Anyone else tried the Granola Bark craze? I’m a bit late to the party but after trying it I am here for it! So, what even is Granola Bark?! Nutty, crunchy granola baked in a single sheet and then once cooled drizzled with melted chocolate and snapped apart into chunks. […]
World Menopause Day 2024 – Part 2
Knowledge is Power So, what can you do to prepare yourself or support your perimenopause and menopause journey right now? I believe knowledge is power, the more you understand about what is happening and start learning some evidence-based strategies, the more empowered and confident you will feel. Nourished Perimenopause is an 8-week online course that […]
World Menopause Day 2024 – Part 1
Friday 18th October is World Menopause Day! A day to raise awareness of menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing among gorgeous wahine. I thought it might be a good opportunity to explore some myths around menopause and then provide some supportive guidance wherever you may be in the menopause journey. First up […]