Now that modern HRT is safe and effective, believe me, I’m a big fan. Nothing replaces hormones as effectively as body identical hormone replacement medication. HOWEVER I have met many …
The top 10 nutrition myths you need to be aware of
The internet is a great thing, but unfortunately there are still a lot of nutrition myths out there! With all that information, what and who to believe can be a …
PMS; natural solutions to stop the monthly misery!
If you’re a woman you’ve probably either had PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) or know someone close to you that suffers from it. It’s thought around half of women still menstruating will …
Why Self Care Beats New Year Resolutions – My Top 10 Tips
How are your New Years resolutions going? If you’re anything like me, you might be finding January a really hard time to make lasting changes. It’s right after Christmas when …
The power of progesterone – why you need it and how to get it!
We all know that oestrogen has a crucial role to play in all phases of a woman’s life, however little is heard of it’s sister hormone progesterone. This hormone is …
Cycle syncing; how to use your hormonal ebb and flow to your advantage
You may have heard about ‘cycle syncing’. It’s a term coined by Alissa Vitti, author of WomanCode (one of the very first books I read on hormones!). And while there’s …
How phytoestrogens can help to improve your menopause symptoms
If you’re looking for an alternative to HRT or just wanting to manage your symptoms naturally, phytoestrogens could be your new best friend! Phytoestrogens are natural plant compounds that are …
Understanding perimenopause and what you can do to improve symptoms
There’s so much attention (deservedly) on the menopause right now, but actually it’s the ‘perimenopause’ that we need to talk about, as this is when women can really struggle. The …
Why zinc is not only great for your health, but also your hormones
While we only need a small amount of zinc, it’s incredibly important! It’s not only vital for your immune system, DNA repair, vision, taste, smell, growth and healing, it’s also …
Feeling bloated? Common causes of bloating and how to beat it
Bloating is one of the most common symptoms we hear from our female clients, especially for women with PMS or going through perimenopause and beyond. It’s not fun to be …