Do you find your moods, energy and perimenopausal symptoms fluctuate wildly? Welcome to the oestrogen rollercoaster – aka the nightmare ride that many get stuck on when transitioning to menopause. Unfortunately, oestrogen does not follow a slow, gradual, gentle...
Unlike women, men don’t experience a complete decline in sex hormones. But there is a lesser-known syndrome known as andropause – when a man experiences a decline in testosterone and develops symptoms as a result. So what does andropause look like, and what can be...
Have you noticed your periods are heavier in your 40s? Heavy bleeding during perimenopause is common, but that doesn’t mean it is normal or inevitable. Once you figure out the cause of your heavy bleeding, you can take steps to reduce or even reverse the problem. So...
Hands up if you ever wished your period just vanished? Whether you have an underlying condition, symptoms of PMS or just a heavy, painful cycle, it’s common to wish it away. But we actually want you to hold on to your period for as long as possible. Why you want to...
Ever wondered about the link between your mood and your cycle? It’s not all in your head – there are very real reasons why you turn into a sobbing wreck, a ball of anxiety or a furious warrior woman at a certain stage of your cycle. Let’s look at the...
Have you noticed that overwhelmed is your default setting these days? While we can’t escape stress completely, being overwhelmed all the time is a sign that something needs some attention. Let’s take a look at why being exhausted, wired and stressed out is the default...
Have you been putting off sleeping properly until the kids settle into school, high school, university… and now it’s been decades since a good night of rest? Skimping on sleep in your youth is one thing, but I’m here to tell you why getting sleep in your 40s is a...
Everyone talks about diet and exercise for dropping kilos, but do you know about the relationship between sleep and weight loss? Even if your nutrition and workout plan is bang-on, you will struggle to lose weight if your sleep is off-track. Let’s take a look at the...
Are you always at the mercy of your food cravings? Whether it’s sweet, creamy, salty or fatty that grabs your attention, cravings can feel overwhelming. But once you understand why you’re craving certain foods, it becomes easier to tame them. Physical causes of food...
Already failed your resolutions – even though it’s only February? You’re not alone – it’s believed that 80% of people will abandon their New Years resolutions, and around 65% will do that within a month of starting! But does that mean you’re doomed to never reach your...
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