Expert Advice

In the broadest terms, how does/can menopause affect my health? In the lead-up to menopause (referred to as the perimenopause) levels of oestrogen gradually begin to decline. Lower levels of oestrogen and progesterone raise your risk for certain health problems after menopause. Common symptoms can be broadly classified as public and private. For example, public

Menopause has gained a lot of publicity over the last couple of years and no doubt you may immediately envisage debilitating symptoms such as unpredictable and intense Hot Flushes and Forgetfulness or Brain Fog whenever the word is mentioned – but did you know that these are only two from a long list of possible

What does ‘joint pain or stiffness’ mean to you? It’s a recognised symptom of Menopause, yet many of my clients have just assumed it’s wear, and tear and ‘age’. However, conditions such as Frozen shoulder and Achilles Tendonitis are recognised Menopause symptoms which can develop during the hormonal roller coaster. Inflammatory pain can also flare

Embracing the natural changes that come with menopause is crucial for every midlife woman. However, the belly fat that stubbornly clings on during this phase can be frustrating. With the right mindset and a few lifestyle tweaks, you can conquer the menopause belly fat and feel confident in your skin again. Here are some top

There is something that happens to women entering their late 40s and early 50s that they can’t see or feel and may not even know about: Their cardiovascular disease risks are rising. Why does the Risk Multiply During Menopause? Menopausal women produce less oestrogen. As oestrogen levels drop, the cardiovascular system faces multiple challenges. They

This month we talk to Karen Finn, a menopause wellness & weight loss coach who’s passionate about helping women get their old selves back – the ones who felt vibrant, fun, sexy and had a zest for life – by using simple intermittent fasting and self-care strategies. Tina Turner’s recent passing got me thinking about

This month we share a piece from Heather Jackson. Having founded organisations such as An Inspirational Journey, The Women’s Business Forum and the Balanced Business Forum, Heather has spent decades helping organisations to draw out the best from their talent and enable them to reach their full potential, regardless of gender. Now as co-founder of

This month we talk to Pause & Unite, the menopause experts bringing you the information and tools to help guide you through every stage of your pausal journey. As we enter peri-menopause our oestrogen, progesterone and other hormone levels begin to drop and fluctuate which can cause symptoms ranging from tiredness, heavier periods, hot flushes

This month we talk to Pamela Spence, a medical herbalist, writer, educator and established industry expert on herbal medicine. She also teaches menopausal groups as a guest speaker for The Prince’s Trust. Pamela runs her own private health clinic where she empowers patients to improve their health through the safe use of natural medicine. She

This month we speak to Andrew Petrou, a practising Osteopath and registered Dietary Counsellor based in London. Andrew has over 10 years of experience working in the health and fitness industry. Women enter menopause after going 12 months without getting their period. The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause where many start to

This month we talk to Sabrina Zeif, the midlife food guru. She is a Menopause Nutritional Therapist, and Nutrition Lead at Liberty Health Clinics which specialises in holistic menopause care. Having experienced a lack of support during her own menopause Sabrina now combines her nutrition expertise with her love for food to help women embrace

This month we speak to Hatty McCafferty who hosts Real Menopause Talk, The Podcast. Real Menopause Talk is an opportunity for everyone to share and hear stories about real life experiences of Peri to Post Menopause and the impact it has on all life has to offer. They say it takes a village to raise

This month we speak to Sarah Pinckney, a Women’s Health Coach specialising in peri-post menopause. Sarah is passionate about sharing her knowledge to empower women to make the changes to power through midlife and beyond. For more information visit www.sarahpinckney.com If you are anything like me, I was completely unaware that there are 3 stages

This month we speak to Fran McElhone, journalist and owner of content production company Dotty Creative, about the impact the menopause can have on women’s mental health.  While I was working as a freelance journalist, I wanted to find out more about the impact the menopause can have on women’s mental health. I was inspired

This month we speak to Heather Jackson and Sam Simister, co-founders of GenM – the menopause partner for brands, about the stigma of talking about menopause.  The facts There are currently around 15.5 million menopausal and perimenopausal women in the UK alone. That’s a third of the total female population. Globally, there is set to

This month we chat to Katie Day, a Director of RDP International Ltd (www.rdp-int.com) and runs workshops for women on menopause. Traditionally there have been three stages of a woman’s life: the Maiden; the Mother; and the Wise Woman. However, I have shaken that up a bit and created a fourth stage. At 62 I

This month we speak to Petra Coveney, founder of Menopause Yoga™ – the world’s first yoga program designed to help women to manage their symptoms as part of a holistic package of selfcare. She is also the author of a new book ‘Menopause Yoga – A Holistic Guide To Supporting Women On Their Menopause Journey’

This month we speak to Caroline Keatinge, a registered nutritionist and menopause expert. For Menopause Awareness month, Caroline unpacks how transitioning through menopause is a balance of support, adapt, influence and self. When I look at how to support women through the menopausal transition – from early perimenopause to post menopause I was struck by

This month we speak to Andrew Petrou, a practising Osteopath and registered Dietary Counsellor based in London. Andrew has over 10 years of experience working in the health and fitness industry, this month he shares some expert advice and understanding of the importance of diet, exercise, and mental health, during menopause. Diet A high-fat, low-fiber

This month we talk to Maryon Stewart, a world-renowned healthcare expert who is referred to as the Pioneer of the Natural Menopause Movement. With falling levels of oestrogen, peri-menopause and menopause can be one of the most challenging times in a woman’s life. The side effects of menopause can be uncomfortable, but the good news is

This month we talk to Dinah Siman – Pilates, yoga and meditation teacher. From her extensive studies and 20+ years teaching experience, Dinah is a strong advocate in helping women who are experiencing menopause. Menopause Pilates is a bespoke approach for perimenopausal and menopausal women. My fun, yet highly effective methodology fills the void that

Thriving together at midlife This month we chat to Katie Day, a Director of RDP International Ltd (www.rdp-int.com) and runs workshops for women on the menopause. What is midlife and when does it occur? The ‘Second Spring’ (as it is known in Asia) and ‘The age of renewal’ (as it has just been officially named

This month we talk to Samantha Marcus, menopause professional, personal trainer and nutritional coach.  For most women heading into their ‘middle years’ can be a challenging time physically and emotionally. Hormones start to fluctuate, joints become stiff and achy plus there are obvious signs of weight gain around our abdomen called visceral fat. Generally we tend to

This month we talk to Breeda Bermingham. A coach and menopause researcher since 2017 who also previously worked as midwife and public health nurse. 2017 was the year hot flushes and many other perimenopausal symptoms, fluid retention, weight gain, body odour, rage and anger arrived on my radar. Having worked as a midwife and public

This month we chat to Menodelight, an online shop that offers a range of natural menopause wellness products. Among their product lines is obviously Promensil.  The hand-selected products they have truly help to alleviate menopausal symptoms.  Products range from organic skincare to help with dry skin, to plant based menopausal supplements, and even products that

This month we talk to Maryon Stewart, a world-renowned healthcare expert who is referred to as the Pioneer of the Natural Menopause Movement. I have been helping women worldwide manage their menopause symptoms naturally for almost thirty years. My science-based programme is very successful, and research shows that over 90% of women who follow the recommendations

This month we talk to nutritionist Kirsten Chick who over the years has developed a way of applying the science of nutrition and health that encompasses the psychology of eating and how to approach nutrition in a stress-free way.  A self-care plan for menopause might include nutrition, exercise, meditation, herbal support, talking with friends and