Low Iron and Ferritin in Perimenopause: Why 'Normal' Doesn't Always Mean Optimal
Something I hear from so many women in clinic, usually mentioned in passing, almost as an aside, as though it's just an accepted fact of life, is that their iron has always been a bit low. Their ferritin too. They've known for years, their GP knows and at some point a supplement was prescribed but it made them constipate so they stopped taking it. Nobody followed up and so the low iron has simply become part of their story.
If that sounds familiar, this post is for you.
ADHD and Perimenopause - Why Your Symptoms Are Getting Worse and What to Do About It
Perimenopause doesn't just cause hot flushes and irregular periods. It changes the chemical environment in your brain and for women with ADHD, that change can have a big impact.
This post explains why, in plain English, without the jargon and explains what you can actually do to improve things.
Why Protein and Fibre at Breakfast Changes Everything in Perimenopause
Of all the nutritional changes I recommend to midlife women, this is the one that moves the needle fastest.
Not a supplement. Not a detox. Not cutting out an entire food group.
Just starting the day with enough protein and fibre, consistently, at breakfast, before anything else.
I know it sounds too simple. But the research behind it is genuinely compelling, and the impact I see in clients who make this one change is significant enough that it's become the first thing I address with almost everyone I work with.
Here's exactly why it works, how much you need and two recipes that make it easy to hit the target every morning.
Blood Sugar and Perimenopause - Why It Changes and What to Do About It
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.
Broccoli Sprouts and Oestrogen - Why This Tiny Food Is a Big Deal in Perimenopause
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.
Xenoestrogens and Perimenopause: What They Are and How to Reduce Your Exposure
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.
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