As women enter perimenopause, their dietary requirements begin to shift significantly. The decline in oestrogen levels leads to a loss of muscle mass, which in turn affects the basal metabolic rate, making it easier to gain weight. As we age,…
“After ignoring ‘weird’ symptoms for ages (such as poor sleep, heightened emotions, changing body shape and weight gain, and others), I talked with Chantelle and discovered they were all likely related to perimenopause, something I had barely heard of but…
I don’t know if it’s just my social media algorithm and having a heavy focus on perimenopause, but I’m enjoying the awareness and information out there that I am seeing around this topic. It’s like finally finding the missing piece…
My last blog looked at how your thyroid hormone levels can be ‘normal’ although you’re experiencing all the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction (if you missed it, read it HERE). If you have received a diagnosis of hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s or even subclinical…
Depends who you ask. This question comes up time and time again. Keep reading for my answer. When your thyroid becomes underactive, you may feel tired, flat, notice the kilos creeping up, feel cold all the time (even with 5+ layers…
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is super common. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s normal.
Every week I speak with women, possibly just like you, who are so accustomed to dealing with disruptive PMS symptoms that they think it’s a natural and normal part of life.
If you’re a busy mum who is low on energy, it’s time to go back to basics and make sure your diet is loaded with nature’s energy-boosting foods. I’m talking about energising foods that reduce your reliance on coffee AND…
The new year is a great time to take a look at our health, think about what we would like to improve and consider some health goals for the year. Now before you set some unattainable new year resolutions regarding…
In Melbourne we’re a couple of months out of lock down and for some of us we’re struggling to get our eating back on track. Summer is a great time to enjoy plenty of fresh, healthy food choices. But if…
There’s nothing like that wiped out feeling once your period hits. Often you’ve had to put up with a week of PMS, and then when it finally starts, your energy is at rock bottom. Why do you feel so tired…
Don’t let your hormones rule over you and make the week or 2 leading up to your period a nightmare.
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