Category: Menopause Nutrition
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Bloated Stomach
Do you know why you’re feeling bloated? Here we go over the typical reasons for a bloated stomach and explain how your hormones could well be the culprit. A bloated stomach is a common condition that affects many women, characterized by a feeling of fullness or swelling in the abdomen. While often considered a minor…
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What Nutrients Women Need
Food is more than just calories. Food contains nutrients and these nutrients play a critical role in communicating with our body’s cells and systems, acting as biochemical messengers that influence various physiological processes. Let’s dive into what nutrients women need on a daily basis? The human body requires a variety of nutrients to function properly.…
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Cell Turnover – How Often Your Cells Renew
Are you the same person you were yesterday or last year? The human body is composed of trillions of cells, from skin cells to fat cells to bone cells, each with a specific role and cell turnover life cycle. You’ll see below cell turnover, also known as cell renewal, varies significantly between different tissues and…
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5 Maca Benefits You Need to Know
Introduction Maca, a root vegetable that has been cultivated in the Andes for thousands of years, is gaining popularity worldwide for its numerous health benefits. This powerful plant, often consumed in the form of supplements, is renowned for its ability to support hormone balance, boost energy levels, and enhance overall well-being. In particular, maca has…
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The Role of Soluble Fibre and Weight Loss
Incorporating soluble fibre into your diet can be a powerful tool in promoting weight loss and improving overall health. The beneficial effects of soluble fibre on gut bacteria, inflammation, and appetite suppression make it an essential nutrient for those seeking to shed excess pounds.
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Protein benefits
Protein benefits Why protein is important and why do we need protein What are essential amino acids What makes a quality protein Can protein help you lose weight How much protein do I need How much protein do I need to build muscle Is Protein good for bones Protein toxicity, how much protein is excessive…
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Soy Protein Benefits
There are so many different options when it comes to protein powders. This article explains soy protein benefits and why it’s so popular with women. Why We Need Protein Proteins are the building blocks of life, found at microscopic levels in our cells, organs & skin. There are 10’s of thousands of proteins each…
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Benefits of sleep
How do you feel when you wake in the morning? Refreshed ready to take on the day or groggy and hitting snooze – repeatedly? We all know how we feel when we’re tired. We can feel lethargic, unproductive, grumpy, short-tempered and irritable. Plus it can cause poor judgment as we lack focus and have memory…
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15 TOP SLEEP TIPS
WHY WE NEED SLEEP Mastering your sleep is vital to your health and wellbeing. The quality of your sleep not only affects your mood and energy levels but impacts your body weight and stress levels too. Sleep really is that important so we’ve set out 15 top tips on how to achieve a good nights…
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Perimenopause Weight Gain (Causes and What Actually Helps)
Perimenopause weight gain is one of the most common and frustrating changes women experience in their 30s and 40s. Many notice that weight increases—particularly around the abdomen—even when diet and exercise habits haven’t changed. This isn’t just about calories or willpower. Hormonal changes during perimenopause can affect how your body stores fat, regulates appetite, and…
