One of the most important guiding nutrition principles for peri and menopause women is learning how to balance blood sugars in your blood. And that’s because when you have highs and lows in your blood sugars, it disrupts your hormones big time. High and unstable glucose levels and high insulin levels make the menopause feel […]
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Is a plant- based diet or vegan diet the perfect menopausal diet?
The power of plants! Is a plant- based diet or vegan diet the perfect menopausal diet? I am often asked this question. To me, increasing plant-based foods into your diet is a no brainer for everyone. But whether you need to go totally vegan, is more debatable. Personally, I see veganism as being defined by […]
Three golden “nutrition” nuggets for every woman over the age of 40.
It is well documented that a healthy diet can really help reduce those menopause symptoms. But sometimes it is difficult to know where to start and what changes to your diet will have the biggest impact on your health. I often talk about nutrients being “full or purpose” or “lazy”. And that’s because the food […]
Meet my client Jenny and see her transformation!
Today I want to share the story of how Jenny transformed her life. When I started working with Jenny, she was fed up with feeling rubbish. She was exhausted and had awful brain fog, often forgetting what she was saying halfway through conversations. She couldn’t sleep and felt wired. I caught up with Jenny and […]
Top tips for a healthy Easter!
So, the Easter weekend is nearly upon us. Maybe you are already surrounded by foil wrapped chocolates and hot cross buns?? Easter can be a time when we overdo it. After all, it is a holiday that just seems to be loaded with chocolate! But with a bit of careful planning, you can avoid overdoing […]
Why running is not the answer to weight loss
Running is a popular activity for women over 40. I see many women who tell me that they run, run and run. And they tell me that they watch their calories. And they also tell me that they struggle to lose weight, particularly from around their middle. Why is this? The answer is simple. If […]