In this crucial phase of life, magnesium bisglycinate emerges as a valuable ally, offering relief and support to women navigating through this stage in life. Common Symptoms of Perimenopause and Menopause Perimenopause and menopause are marked by a series of symptoms that can affect both physical and emotional well-being. These symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, irregular periods, insomnia, fatigue, and changes in libido. The hormonal imbalances during these stages can cause discomfort and disrupt daily life. The Role of Magnesium Bisglycinate One supplement that has garn ..read more

As a health coach specialising in perimenopause and menopause, I've seen countless women go through this transformative stage of life, both in terms of clients and friends and family. It's a time of change, both physically and emotionally, primarily driven by hormonal surges and shifts. In this article we'll dive into three crucial aspects of this journey: the surges and depletion of hormones, their impact on mood, and actionable steps to navigate this transitional stage with some sort of grace, without screaming at everyone and trying to keep some kind of balance! Hormones Perimenopause, the ..read more

During menopause, our bodies go through significant changes that can affect our diet and weight. It's important to address these changes by focusing on nutrient-packed foods that can maybe improve our symptoms and overall health. I've discovered several foods that have been known to be beneficial during menopause, and I want to share them with you. Lean Protein: Including lean protein sources like chicken, turkey, fish, beans, and legumes in your diet can help you feel fuller for longer periods. Increasing your protein intake can reduce hunger and the likelihood of overeating, which can help ..read more

Hey, Angeline here! How are you doing? Hope this article finds you good? How’s things been going for you? Today, the rollercoaster ride of perimenopause and menopause leads me to talk about three specific symptoms, ones that I truly affiliate with at the moment. Anxiety Brain fog Mood swings These are the not-so-fun side effects that can drive us a bit bonkers during this stage of life. But fear not, because I’ve got some tips, hacks, and advice to help you navigate those more tricky days. Let's start with anxiety. Ah, that unwelcome visitor who loves to crash the party TOTALLY uninvited. It ..read more

Hi, It’s me again, with your latest ponderings regarding perimenopause and menopause, in this article I wanted to be brave and talk about life with perimenopause and navigating my own journey of it with regards to my workplace. I looked online to find a government policy paper entitled: Menopause and the Workplace: How to enable fulfilling working lives: government response. <Published 18 July 2022> In it’s introduction it states: Women will experience menopause symptoms that can, in some cases, be debilitating and have a significant impact on everyday activities. Without appropriate car ..read more

I know it worrying when medical shortages happen, but I’m here to give you the lowdown on the current supply restrictions for Utrogestan, your HRT medication, and provide you with some alternative options and knowledge of what’s happening. After all knowledge is power right? So, what exactly is Utrogestan? Well, it's a type of progestogen called micronized progesterone. The interesting thing is that it's derived from plants, including yam, a root vegetable. This progestogen is structurally identical to the progesterone hormone naturally produced in your body. That's why it's often referred to ..read more

Oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone - all crucial hormones during perimenopause and menopause. If you are not a GP or a menopause specialist, but still want a good understanding of what is going on in your body? Let’s see if we can get ‘under the skin’ of what these three hormones do, and how they affect us in this stage of our life. Oestrogen - The Queen Bee.Oestrogen is like the Queen bee of hormones in women. It is responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle and the development of those beautiful female characteristics we all love. However, during perimenopause, the Queen bee starts ..read more

Anxiety. It’s a word we hear in our vocabulary so often these days, but when it is in direct conjunction with your perimenopause and menopause symptoms, it can be extremely overwhelming, debilitating and distressing. Working as a health coach, I understand that this is a symptom that many women share, however, often is the case that women express a real surprise at the phenomenal ‘level’ of anxiety that they experience, and how that manifests. I’ve spoken to clients that have been in high positions in giant corporate companies, that have expressed a feeling of being totally ‘lost’ having been ..read more

Finding the right supplements and vitamins for when you are in perimenopause or menopause can be a minefield. Although you may be having success with HRT, you still might be looking for supplementation to help and aid your symptoms, or, you might be somebody who would like to try natural supplementation before trying HRT. As soon as you start to do the smallest bit of research on the internet, it becomes quite bewildering as to how many ingredients are said to help perimenopause and menopause. Not every supplement contains every ingredient that is said to help, but it’s finding the right combi ..read more

Sleep. It can become like the Holy Grail, especially at the time of perimenopause and Menopause. I know that my sleep has altered over the last couple of years - dramatically. Not having sleep can make you feel so many negative effects. As your body is going through so many hormonal changes, it can affect sleep patterns. When we don’t get enough sleep during menopause, our bodies can suffer in a few ways. For one thing, lack of sleep can exacerbate the hot flashes and night sweats that are already common during this stage of life. Sleep deprivation can also lead to mood swings, irritability an ..read more