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Have you found yourself standing in front of the wardrobe wondering why your favourite trousers no longer fit, despite eating the same meals and keeping just as active? If so, you're certainly not alone. It's one of the most common questions I hear from women during perimenopause and menopause. Many tell me they feel as though their body has changed almost overnight. Clothes feel tighter, weight seems to settle around the middle, and the things that worked in their forties suddenly don't seem...

A busy working mum in her 40s, Tracey came to me feeling exhausted, uncomfortable and frustrated. She had been struggling with digestive issues, bloating, peri-menopausal symptoms and gradual weight gain that no diet or online advice seemed to improve. Like many women, she felt overwhelmed by conflicting information and no longer felt like herself. After a detailed consultation and health history review, we decided to carry out a comprehensive functional gut test to assess her gut microbiome,...

Healthy eating has gained a reputation for being expensive, but often that’s because we associate it with trendy ingredients and wellness marketing. In reality, some of the most nourishing foods are the most affordable. The key isn’t buying more, it’s buying smarter. The Foundations of Budget-Friendly Healthy Eating Healthy eating doesn’t require: Organic everything Supplements Exotic ingredients A new recipe every night It requires: Fibre Protein Seasonal vegetables Planning Using what you...