This week we will be discussing snacks, if snacking is a problem, and how to improve your snacking habits. The question of snacking is often frequently raised by clients in our clinic. At Caroline Hill Nutrition, we are big believers that snacking isn't necessarily unhealthy when the decision is conscious and intentional. What are snacks? … Continue reading Is Snacking Bad for You?
This week we will be discussing protein for menopause, why we need it, how much we need, and how to increase protein intake. What is Protein and How Much Do We Need? Protein is made up of one or more chains of amino acids, and these building blocks can be found in the body and … Continue reading Protein and Menopause
This week we will be discussing nutrition for skin health during menopause. A recent British Skin Foundation survey has revealed that 85% of women experience some skin changes during menopause, and 24% of survey respondents felt embarrassed to discuss it. The most common menopause-associated skin symptoms reported in the survey were excessive dryness, followed by … Continue reading Nutrition for skin health: Menopause Edition
As we approach the festive period, you may be worried about what impact this may have on managing your menopause symptoms. In this weeks blog post we are discussing managing menopausal symptoms during the festive period and share our top tips for Christmas. Introduction Hot flushes, acid reflux, sleep disturbances, and weight gain are all … Continue reading Top Tips for Menopause at Christmas
This week we will be discussing calcium, and why it is an important nutrient during the menopause years. The connection between calcium and menopause is particularly important due to bone health. Introduction Calcium is a mineral with several important functions including helping to keep bones and teeth healthy; regulating muscle contractions; and ensuring that blood … Continue reading Calcium and Menopause
