Histamine & Menopause: The Hidden Link Behind Hayfever, Hot Flushes & More
Histamine isn’t only behind hayfever - it can also fuel hot flushes, night sweats, migraines, breast pain, and PMS-like symptoms in midlife. This blog explains how histamine and hormones are connected, why some women are affected more in perimenopause while others in menopause, and practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to reduce histamine and ease symptoms naturally.
Protein & Menopause: The Missing Key to Weight, Energy, and Bone Health
Protein is often overlooked in menopause, yet it is essential for weight, energy, muscle, mood, and bone health. Find out why midlife women need more protein, how much to aim for, and simple ways to get enough every day.
The Hidden Signs of Perimenopause You Might Be Ignoring
Think perimenopause is all hot flushes and skipped periods? Think again. From brain fog and irritability to anxiety and aching joints, these five lesser-known symptoms might explain why you're not feeling quite like yourself. This blog unpacks what’s happening hormonally and what you can do to feel more balanced and in control.
Alcohol and Menopause: Why It’s Best to Cut Back (or Quit)
Alcohol may feel like a way to relax, but during perimenopause and menopause, it often works against your hormones, your sleep, and your waistline. In this blog, I explore the lesser-known ways alcohol impacts midlife women from weight gain and hot flushes to inflammation, cravings, and bone health and how even small changes can make a big difference.
A Nutritionist’s View of GLP-1 Medications: Why Food Still Matters
Discover how GLP-1 meds like Ozempic work best when paired with Metabolic Balance and menopause nutrition to support muscle, metabolism, and long-term results.
Why You're Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause & Menopause (and What to Do Instead)
Feel like your body’s fighting against your weight loss goals? It’s not just you — hormones shift everything during perimenopause and menopause. Discover how to beat the sabotage and feel your best!
Menopause Belly: Why It Happens & How to Beat It
Belly fat in midlife isn’t just about appearance - it’s a sign of shifting hormones, slower metabolism, and rising insulin resistance. The good news? With the right menopause-friendly nutrition, strength training, stress management, and sleep support, you can take control of your health and reduce menopause belly naturally.
Metabolic Balance Vs. Other Diets: What Makes it Different?
With so many diets promising quick fixes, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Unlike restrictive fads like keto, intermittent fasting, or low-fat diets, Metabolic Balance is personalised to your unique body chemistry. By focusing on real food, balanced hormones, and sustainable habits, it helps you achieve lasting weight loss, stable energy, and better health without deprivation.
Energy: Please Return to Sender! How to Reclaim Your Energy and Vitality during Perimenopause and Menopause.
Feeling constantly tired and drained in perimenopause or menopause? You’re not alone. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms women face during midlife. In this blog, I explore the hormonal, emotional, and lifestyle factors behind low energy and share proven strategies - nutrition, sleep, stress management, and more - to help you reclaim your vitality and thrive through this stage of life.