Perimenopause and Mental Health: Why It Happens and How to Take Control
Perimenopause is a natural life stage, but that doesn’t make it easy. For many women, the years leading up to menopause bring unexpected emotional changes that can feel overwhelming. While hot flushes and irregular periods often get the most attention, perimenopause and mental health challenges are just as common, and often the least talked about. […]
Nutrition in Menopause: What to Eat, What to Prioritise, and How to Thrive
Menopause is a natural stage of life that brings significant hormonal changes. These shifts can affect metabolism, bone density, muscle mass, energy levels, and even mood. Adopting the right nutrition during menopause is essential not just for maintaining a healthy weight, but also for supporting bones, muscles, heart health, and overall wellbeing. In this blog, […]
Weight Training for Menopause: Strength, Health, and Vitality
Menopause is a transformative time in a woman’s life. Alongside natural hormonal shifts, many women experience changes in metabolism, muscle mass, bone density, and overall energy levels. While this period can bring challenges, it’s also an opportunity to embrace strength and vitality through lifestyle choices, especially weight training. In this blog post, we’ll explore why […]
Navigating Perimenopause Aches and Pains: What’s Normal, What Helps, and When to Seek Help
If you’re in your 40s or early 50s and beginning to notice more stiffness, muscle soreness, joint discomfort or general body aches, you’re not alone. These kinds of perimenopause aches and pains are commonly reported by women entering the hormonal transition towards menopause. Yet, they’re often under-recognised, misunderstood or dismissed as “just ageing.” In this […]