Sleep Problems and Menopause
Sleep Problems and Menopause Are you part of the 2am wake up club? We all know a restless night sleep can play havoc with our ability to the next day.For many, it is infrequent, but for some, this sadly becomes normality. Like me, you may be unfortunate enough to relate. This comes as no surprise […]
How to Tackle Hormonal Bloating and Menopausal Bloating
Hormonal bloatingThis is just one of the common hormonal, menopause, and perimenopause symptoms seen. If you find yourself nursing some unpleasant gut symptoms, here are my tips to ease the bloat…. Happy mind, happy gutOur digestive system is particularly suspectable to stress, and mood can greatly influence gut activity as there is a strong link […]
Beating the hormonal January blues
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How To Have Your (Christmas) Cake and Eat It
‘Tis the season to be jolly’, but do you fear entering the new year feeling glutenous regret and drained? For those of you going through menopause, you may already be experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, bloating, constipation, weight gain, poor sleep, reflux, flushes, and sweats. This can be worsened by some of the lifestyle and […]
Menopause support & Menopause Treatments- Getting the Right Help
Menopause Support ‘I was recently asked by someone at a party what kind of doctor I was. My response was greeted with a jokey remark how his wife was ‘always moaning about the change’. When I elaborated on why I was so passionate about being a women’s health expert, his smile turned serious with the […]
Genital Health and Lifestyle Triggers
High leg, Brazilian, Bikini, Shorts, Thongs, Midi, the choices are endless. For some, selecting this essential piece of clothing is a quick, light decision. For others, the decision can be a real serious affair. Either way, choice is usually based on comfort or style, or both. But is there something more crucial we are neglecting? […]
HRT and weight gain- the myth uncovered
*HRT does NOT cause weight gain*There is no evidence that HRT causes weight gain. Menopause itself and hormone changes affect the way we store fat (often centrally around the tummy).In later life, metabolism is reduced, and we lose muscle mass (where muscle helps burn calories). These processes result in a tendency to store rather than […]
Breast Health & Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness One important aspect all women need to be attentive to is breast health. Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. It can affect anyone, and in the UK, 1 in 7 women will be diagnosed.Early detection is key, as catching it early will mean successful treatment in majority of […]
Gynaecology Cancer Awareness & Women’s Health
September is ‘gynae’ gynaecology cancer awareness month…. I know that thinking and talking about gynaecology and vulvovaginal health may be difficult. Understandably, for some it can be incredibly triggering, especially if there is already a personal experience of cancer. Many women choose avoidance as the thought of finding something abnormal causes significant anxiety. BUT the […]
How well do you know your vagina
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