We usually think about menopause as a hormonal transition. But emerging research suggests there is another piece of the puzzle: the gut microbiome. Here’s what we currently know about the …
Is Alternate Day Fasting the Answer in Perimenopause? What the Research Actually Says
You may have seen it by now. A confident voice on your feed, or an ‘expert’ on a podcast saying that alternate day fasting is the thing that finally works …
Creatine for Women in Perimenopause and Menopause: What the Evidence Actually Says
I was at a gym class recently when one of the women there asked me to remind her what I’d said about creatine. Another woman turned to the exercise physiologist …
Protein for Women Over 40: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Protein for women over 40 matters more than most realise. Discover evidence-based targets, per-meal ideas with gram counts, and sustainable ways to eat more protein.
Protein Powder in Menopause: Why Shakes Alone Are Not the Whole Muscle Plan
Protein shakes are everywhere in midlife nutrition conversations. They can be convenient, especially when appetite, time or breakfast routines are messy. But if you have been adding protein powder and …
Menopause Bloating and Gut Health: Food Clues to Notice Before You Cut Everything Out
Menopause bloating can feel incredibly frustrating, especially if you already eat “healthy” foods. You might wake up feeling fine, then feel tight, gassy or uncomfortable by the afternoon. You may …
Perimenopause Recipes Without Food Rules: Simple Meals for Midlife Energy and Gut Comfort
If you have been searching for perimenopause recipes, there is a good chance you are not simply looking for what to cook tonight. You may be wondering why meals that …
Why Your Gut Changes in Perimenopause — and What Actually Helps
If you feel like your body has quietly changed the rules without telling you, you’re not imagining it. You’re eating the way you always have. Maybe you’re even eating “better” …
Menopause Belly: What’s Actually Going On (And What Helps)
Are you in your 40s or 50s, eating well and exercising, but still battling frustrating belly fat, constant bloating, and fatigue? You’re not alone, and it’s not your fault… it’s …