You're eating the same things you've always eaten. You're moving your body. Nothing has obviously changed. And yet you're exhausted after lunch, craving something sweet by 3pm, gaining weight around your middle and waking at 3am with your mind racing.

This is one of the most common pictures I see in perimenopause. And one of the most misunderstood.

These aren't random symptoms. They're not signs that you're doing something wrong or that you need to try harder. They're signs that your blood sugar regulation has changed and there's a very specific hormonal reason why.

Have you heard the buzz about broccoli sprouts?! These little greens are easy to add to your diet and punch far above their weight! They also easy to grow at home and I’ll share my simple step-by-step guide for growing your own at home below.

Have you ever wondered why your perimenopause symptoms seem worse despite eating well, exercising regularly and doing everything you're supposed to do?

There's a piece of this puzzle that doesn't get enough attention. It's called xenoestrogens. And once you understand what they are and where they come from, a lot of things start to make sense.

This post explains what xenoestrogens are, how they affect hormones in perimenopause specifically, where we're most commonly exposed to them and what you can practically do to reduce your exposure without overhauling your entire life.