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.
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.
5 Ways to Keep Your Health on Track During the Summer Holidays
If there is one time of year that derails even the most committed healthy habits it is the summer holidays.
The routine that kept everything in place disappears overnight. The kids are home. The days are unpredictable. You are eating at different times, sleeping differently, saying yes to ice cream at 11am because frankly it is hot and nobody has the energy to argue.
And then September arrives and you feel like you are starting from scratch.
It does not have to be that way. You do not need a perfect routine to maintain your health over summer. You just need a handful of anchors that work even when everything else is chaotic.
Here are five that actually make a difference.
Why Perimenopause Isn't Just About Low Oestrogen (And What My Own Hormone Test Revealed)
Most women assume perimenopause means low oestrogen. But the full hormonal picture is far more complex than that, and what's actually driving your symptoms might surprise you. Here's what my own hormone test revealed and why it changed how I approach my own health.
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