A healthy body begins with a healthy immune system….  Having lived through a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, most of us are familiar with the basics of self care to avoid getting sick.  Despite this gastro, Covid, the flu and all the other unwanted and pesky germs are always coming up with new ways to win.  This means that supporting our immune  system should be an ongoing priority if we want to experience life doing what we love. While most viral infections come and go after a week or so, some of us can experience ongoing symptoms for months after initial infection (Listen to ..read more

Let's dive into another captivating episode of The Hormone Hub! This week we’re talking about how to "Stop Eating Your Emotions".  We explore the fascinating world of emotional eating, what drives us to emotionally eat, its impact on our hormones, and, most importantly, how to break free from its grip. Join us as we dive into a better understanding of why we turn to food for comfort and how it affects our overall well-being. Heads up - it’s not a will power problem!!  We look at the science behind the brain's reward system and the hit of dopamine when we indulge in certain foods. We ..read more

I put it out to our Hormone Hub Facebook Community last week to  “Ask me anything” for the podcast… AND you didn’t hold back!  In this episode I answer all of YOUR questions about what we can do when it comes to:   Getting a better night’s sleep The link between not sleeping and belly fat Why our periods which have always been clockwork are going crazy Are migraines linked to our cycle…even though the specialist said it wasn’t All things HRT - dosage, types, side effects  AND More!  With all the questions, two things really stood out for me…  1. The need fo ..read more

Welcome to today’s episode of The Hormone Hub where we explore what’s going on with our digestive symptoms and why it’s important that we are absorbing the nutrients from our food properly, eliminating effectively (yep…we’re talking poo on the podcast!), and why it’s important to have a healthy gut microbiome to support our mental health. Many women experience changes in their digestive health during peri and menopause, which can have a significant impact on their overall well-being. Let’s face it… it’s never fun and no one feels their best when they are bloated and constipated… or when you ha ..read more

Nothing drives me crazy more than hearing about women who are throwing their hard earned moula away on a supplement that they bought that promised to fix their hormones, digestion, give them a detox, make them sleep like babies and unpack the dishwasher… that just isn’t delivering what was promised! In this episode of The Hormone Hub, I spill the beans on what you’re really buying, so you can make an informed choice about what’s going to give you the best results. While it’s easy to be tempted by clever marketing and the idea of a “magic pill” when you’re juggling fatigue, mood swings, hot fla ..read more

There’s no doubt that our 40s and 50s can be a challenging stage of life in many ways, but with the right support and guidance, it can also be a positive and transformative time. Women often face physical, emotional, and mental challenges such as hormonal imbalances, weight gain, stress, anxiety, and cognitive decline. In today's episode we look at instead of throwing a bandaid approach to your life, how we can help inside the Well Balanced Woman program by addressing these challenges through personalised nutrition plans and lifestyle recommendations. Overall, the benefits our clients are seei ..read more

Today's episode will focus on a topic that is often overlooked but critically important: the mental health impact of perimenopause and menopause both in business and in the workplace. Most of us are aware of the physical symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes and night sweats, but the impact on mental health is often less talked about.   The hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can affect our brain chemistry, leading to emotional and cognitive symptoms.  Women may experience mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, and memory lapses ..read more

Should I eat soy?  This is a really common question I get asked all the time and in a word – YES! Why? Because soy contains phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens get their name because they exert a weak estrogen-like effect, but they are NOT estrogen.  Phytoestrogens bind so weakly to estrogen receptors and can have a mild balancing effect. They will increase the effect when estrogen levels are low, so very beneficial after menopause – and they have a lowering effect if estrogen is too high, which can also be beneficial for symptoms of estrogen excess during perimenopause. Phytoestrogens oc ..read more

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I eat really healthy, but..."? Well, you're not alone. In fact, many of us believe we have a healthy diet and let's face it, we all have a fair idea of what healthy eating looks like. But what if it’s not delivering the results we are after? There are a few common traps that we can fall into, usually led by clever marketing, which is where things can go wrong. In today's episode we look at a few of the common “healthy eating” traps we can fall into and what to do instead! 1. Why we think we’re eating healthier than we actually are 2. Misleading “healthy ..read more

In todays episode, I have special guest Tara Nelson, a Naturopath and very good friend of mine with over 30 years of clinical experience and a special interest in the treatment and support of thyroid disease, particularly Hashimotos.  Hashimoto's thyroiditis, also known as Hashimoto's disease, is an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland. The immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, causing inflammation and damage to the gland. As a result, the thyroid gland is unable to produce enough thyroid hormone, leading to hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid). Hashimoto's ..read more